Douluo: Soul-Breaking spear

Chapter 260: The Attitude of the Wuhun Empire

After everyone had finished absorbing their soul power, each had made notable progress, and the group was very satisfied with the results of their journey. Yang Tianyue, however, was mumbling to herself, seemingly in conversation with Skydream Iceworm within her mind. After some time, she went over to speak with Ice Empress and Snow Empress, even letting Skydream Iceworm physically manifest.

Watching Skydream Iceworm's cheeky expression, Yang Potian couldn't help but silently complain: This Skydream Iceworm might be a natural-born defector, already targeting the other hundred-thousand-year soul beasts of the Far North.

Shaking his head, Yang Potian decided to leave, heading back to Armo Mountain on his own. They had stayed in the Far North for quite some time; Wuhun Hall should have responded by now regarding his request.

Upon returning to Skyward Academy, Yang Potian resumed his usual leisurely lifestyle. Judging from his calculations, his grandfather and the others would likely be in the Far North for a while longer, and Yang Tianyue would still need more soul rings.

Then, news arrived from Wuhun Hall: his request to borrow the Angelic Sacred Sword had been denied.

In Wuhun City, the Hall of Elders

Qian Daoliu, Qian Renxue, and Bibi Dong gathered together, with Bibi Dong visibly displeased.

"Qian Daoliu, why did you refuse Yang Potian's request to borrow the Angelic Sacred Sword?" Bibi Dong demanded. "This was a perfect chance to bring Skyward Academy into our fold. From what I understand, Yang Potian offered the Eight-Petaled Immortal Orchid in exchange—a rare treasure on par with the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower."

Qian Daoliu's expression was severe. "Bibi Dong, the Angelic Sacred Sword is a sacred heirloom of our angel clan and cannot be damaged. Yang Potian's willingness to offer so much suggests that he has significant plans for the sword, which makes lending it even less likely."

Bibi Dong's expression darkened. "What do you understand? Our attempts, from the Spirit Hunting Operation to the Tiandou Palace coup, have failed repeatedly. Given Yang Potian's current power, he might very well come here himself to demand it—and if he does, he'll only add to the list of enemies for the Wuhun Empire."

"You needn't worry about that, Bibi Dong," Qian Daoliu replied calmly. "If Yang Potian comes to Wuhun City, I'll personally handle it, so it won't threaten your position as Emperor."

Qian Renxue spoke up then, her expression cold. "Our angel clan matters are our own concern, Bibi Dong. You should be worrying about your Wuhun Empire instead. We're currently facing millions of troops from both Tiandou Empire and Xingluo Empire, along with the threats from the Upper Three Sects. Aren't you afraid of a defeat at the front?"

Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong's face turned stormy. "Weren't these problems caused by you two? During the Spirit Hunting Operation, you knew the strength of the Clear Sky Sect, Qian Daoliu, yet refused to eradicate them at their ancestral grounds. And the Tiandou Palace coup was recklessly launched, ruining years of planning!"

Qian Renxue shot back, "Why are you complaining now? For all your talk about the Spirit Hunting Operation and the Tiandou Palace coup, you hid your true strength and wouldn't get involved from beginning to end!"

"If you had, Tang Hao and Tang San wouldn't have escaped Wuhun City, and none of these future problems would exist."

...

After a heated argument, the three eventually went their separate ways, the matter unresolved.

Once Bibi Dong left the Hall of Elders, her face grew icy. Yang Potian's request to borrow the Angelic Sacred Sword had been a prime opportunity. It could have served as a basis for an alliance and weakened the influence of the angel clan, achieving multiple goals at once. Yet this perfect chance had been wasted.

After Bibi Dong left, Qian Renxue turned to Qian Daoliu, her face also cold. "Grandfather, why do you continue to tolerate that woman's insolence? We should strip her of the title of Wuhun Empire's Emperor and let her know who truly holds power."

Qian Daoliu sighed heavily. "Xiaoxue, this isn't what's important right now. What matters most is that you focus on the trials to inherit the Angel God. Once you ascend as the next Angel God, you'll be able to change everything."

Qian Renxue hesitated, then asked, "Grandfather, are you sure this is the right choice? She'll only continue to make a mess of the Wuhun Empire."

"Xiaoxue, I've told you before, Douluo Continent respects only the strong. Her power rivals mine, and she's earned the support of the Seven Great Sects. In terms of sheer influence, she has surpassed us."

"Besides, despite her faults, her judgment and potential have exceeded mine. We cannot afford direct conflict with her—doing so would only hurt the angel clan and the Wuhun Hall itself."

"But above all, she's still your mother. I don't want to see you two fight each other."

Qian Renxue's expression twisted slightly at this. "Grandfather, no matter what, I'll never acknowledge her. My whole life, I've only had you—not a mother."

"Let's continue with the trials. I'll prove I'm stronger than she is."

Qian Daoliu looked at Qian Renxue, then sighed deeply, saying nothing more.

Yang Potian knew nothing of the conflict within Wuhun Hall. Since Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu had denied his request, he decided that if needed, he would simply visit Wuhun City himself. With enough strength, anything could be negotiated.

A month and a half later, Yang Potian's grandfather and the others finally returned. Yang Tianyue's excitement was clear on her face. During this trip, she had obtained five soul rings, each over fifty thousand years, and her soul power had reached the peak of rank ninety-seven.

Thanks to Skydream Iceworm's guidance, Yang Tianyue had chosen not to pursue more soul rings right away and instead decided to focus on her training. As Yang Potian saw it, her combat skills and mental resilience were still developing.

Yang Tianyue's second spirit surprised Yang Potian. It wasn't the Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion or even the Ice Empress or Snow Empress but rather the Profound Ice Dragon.

This Profound Ice Dragon, carefully selected by Skydream Iceworm, was an outstanding soul beast of eighty thousand years. According to Skydream, this dragon would greatly enhance Tianyue's physical attributes and bloodline, granting her a rare and powerful dragon lineage.

With the Profound Ice Dragon and five high-grade ice soul rings, her first spirit could evolve into Extreme Ice. This would complement her Sea God inheritance perfectly.

Additionally, a dragon's noble bloodline made it highly adaptable, even in the sea. The Profound Ice Dragon's water compatibility meant that she would be able to absorb high-quality water-type soul rings without impacting her spirit.

After hearing Skydream's reasoning, Yang Potian nodded in approval. Skydream Iceworm truly lived up to its reputation as a natural strategist and a million-year soul beast, with unmatched knowledge and insight.

To prevent Yang Tianyue from becoming overwhelmed by an abrupt power increase, Skydream Iceworm recommended that she only absorb five soul rings for now—a prudent approach given her current capacity. Of course, Yang Potian couldn't help noticing Skydream's lingering interest in the Ice Empress.

After a moment's consideration, Yang Potian handed Yang Tianyue a map. "Tianyue, this map marks the location of the Slaughter City. I want you to go there alone and train for a year. During this time, I won't intervene; you'll need to face its darkness and bloodshed on your own."

He then tossed her a book—the very Heart Sutra he used to restrain his own bloodlust and murderous aura.

Yang Tianyue's eyes widened in dismay. "Big brother, how can you send me, a delicate girl, to the Slaughter City? That place is full of danger and darkness; it's the most corrupt place in the world!"

Their grandfather Yang Wudi, her father Yang Zhentian, and her mother Niu Jinfeng all looked worried, uncertain why Yang Potian was sending her to such a dangerous place.

Yang Potian sighed as he faced his family's concern. "Tianyue has grown up sheltered, lacking the experience of facing true hardship on her own. If she continues like this, she won't be able to undergo the full Sea God inheritance."

"The Slaughter City will train her to face challenges independently, giving her the courage and resilience she'll need. Right now, it's the ideal training ground for her."

The family, though still concerned, nodded in understanding, while Yang Tianyue reluctantly left Armo Mountain alone.

Unexpectedly, as soon as she departed, Yang Ping'an stealthily trailed behind her, likely intending to offer her protection, should she need it in Slaughter City.

Once she was out of Armo Mountain, Yang Tianyue grumbled under her breath. "My terrible brother, sending his beautiful little sister to a place like the Slaughter City... he's just the worst."

At that moment, Skydream Iceworm chimed in, "Your brother isn't ordinary, you know. Not only is he well-versed in the divine trials, but he has an incredible grasp of training and strategy. Going to the Slaughter City is practically tailor-made for you."

Yang Tianyue's tone turned boastful. "Of course, Little Skydream. He's my brother, after all. There's no one better when it comes to training or planning."

Skydream sighed. "Tianyue, please don't call me 'Little Skydream.' It's 'Brother Skydream.' What I'm saying is, with his current state of mind and strength, your brother's ascension to the divine level shouldn't be far off. So why would he still be on his third trial?"

"In fact, I sense that his soul power is already complete, practically at the half-divine stage. Even if he continued training on his own, he'd reach godhood eventually. These trials seem to be delaying his path."

"Especially since he can still absorb two ultimate soul rings. Given his strength, if he did so, his power would be unimaginable."

Yang Tianyue nodded thoughtfully. "I've completed the first seven Sea God trials, but I feel like my brother will become a god before I do."

Skydream Iceworm felt a pang of regret. Had he made a mistake in choosing such a young host?

Noticing Yang Ping'an shadowing Yang Tianyue, Skydream chose not to mention it. After all, if it helped Yang Tianyue without disrupting his own path to godhood, then all the better.

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