"Yes, Tang San is indeed Tang Hao's son, I didn't expect that either!"
Jiang Xiaofeng's face changed drastically — this was getting a little too dramatic.
If this Tang San is a transmigrator, then Tang Hao's real son must already be dead.
"It is indeed quite unexpected. So his second Martial Soul is very likely the Hao Tian Hammer. And his first Martial Soul, Blue Silver Grass, I'm sure you know where that comes from, right?"
"Yes, it's from his mother. The Blue Silver Emperor—his mother—is a humanoid form of the 100,000-year-old soul beast, Blue Silver Emperor!"
Jiang Xiaofeng nodded. As the Sacred Son of the Martial Soul Hall, he was fully aware of these secrets. It seemed Tang San must be a twin Martial Soul bearer.
"Alright, I didn't expect that in trying to test this Tang San, we'd actually uncover his father. But it doesn't matter. Even if his father is Tang Hao, what of it? The Hao Tian Sect has gone into seclusion anyway."
Jiang Xiaofeng understood that right now, they could not harm Tang San or his group. After all, behind them stood a 95th-level Douluo, the master of the world's top Martial Soul weapon.
Though they couldn't hurt them now, tomorrow night they could definitely leave a lesson for them in the arena.
"Elder Yueguan, you did well. Go rest now. You won't need to trouble yourself these days. We'll quietly stay in Soto City and won't cause you any trouble."
Yueguan nodded. Although he had fought Tang Hao, his injuries were not too severe. If they stayed in Soto City for a while, it would be excellent for him to recover.
After Yueguan left,
Xie Yue and Yan both looked confused.
"Brother Feng, what the heck is going on? How did Tang Hao get dragged into this? He's a huge taboo for our Martial Soul Hall!"
Jiang Xiaofeng shook his head and said: "You don't need to worry about that. Just focus on preparing for tomorrow's duel. I'll handle everything else."
Xie Yue said: "Brother Feng, we know you're strong, but we can help you too!"
"Yeah, even if we're not strong now, it doesn't mean we won't be in the future!"
Jiang Xiaofeng smiled and said: "You're useful in your own ways, but this isn't something you can get involved with. Even I can't face a Douluo alone, right? I just learned some info ahead of time. Nothing to worry about, go get some rest!"
Xie Yue and Yan nodded. Since Jiang Xiaofeng said so, there was nothing they could do. After all, his status as Sacred Son of the Martial Soul Hall was higher even than Hu Liena.
Jiang Xiaofeng didn't rest immediately but stepped out of his room. Outside, Mobot was waiting.
"Sacred Son, what's the situation?"
"It's a bit complicated. Tang San's father is Tang Hao — the very person who seriously injured the Martial Soul Hall's previous Emperor!"
"Hiss. The son of that man… this isn't good. But it's not a huge problem. Although Hao Tian is the world's top sect, they've been in seclusion for so many years. Their actual strength is unclear, but compared to our Martial Soul Hall, they're far behind."
"Yes, even if his father is Tang Hao, so what? Tang San can't be used by us. Getting rid of him is only a matter of time. As for Tang Hao, we'll see how it goes — if he's uncooperative, we take him out too."
Mobot nodded. Killing a Douluo comes at a heavy price, but if it benefits the Martial Soul Hall, it's worth it.
Of course, the events of the past were an exception — the Martial Soul Hall's previous emperor, Qian Xunji, was too arrogant, which led to that disaster.
"Sacred Son, will tomorrow proceed as usual?"
"Yes, everything will go as planned."
The news that Tang San is a twin Martial Soul bearer quickly reached Bibi Dong's ears.
"Oh, interesting. Tang Hao's son, huh? Xiaofeng, let's see how you handle this."
"What intrigues me even more is that Yueguan has broken through to 96th-level Douluo. Such a rare treasure, and Xiaofeng, you're not even saving it for your teacher. Looks like I've wasted my care on you!"
Bibi Dong joked, but judging by her expression, she was clearly teasing.
"Yu Xiaogang, I didn't expect you to end up with a twin Martial Soul disciple. Too bad your disciple isn't as good as mine. Since you want to join the Advanced Soul Master Competition, I'll grant your wish — I want to see Xiaofeng defeat you, and defeat you, Yu Xiaogang, with honor!"
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The next morning, Jiang Xiaofeng brought his team to the tavern's main hall to eat. Coincidentally, Tang San and his group were also dining there. As soon as the two sides met, the atmosphere instantly thickened with invisible tension.
"Red-haired fatty, I saw your match yesterday. Your Martial Soul looks like a chicken. Tsk tsk, actually a turkey. Wonder how it tastes roasted!"
Yan mocked, stabbing the chicken on his fork.
Ma Hongjun glared angrily at Yan.
"You're fire-type too, right? If you've got the guts, let's see whose flames are stronger! Loser kneels and calls the winner 'Dad'!"
Yan laughed: "Haha, a grass chicken wants to become a phoenix? Ptooey!"
"Isn't that right? Last night I saw that fatty sneaking off to the red-light district. Tsk tsk, quite the refined taste!"
Tiger Boss didn't hold back — a direct hit.
Immediately, Tang San and the others all looked at Ma Hongjun.
Ma Hongjun blushed, embarrassed: "You all know my Martial Soul is evil fire, I have to vent my fire somehow. So I have no choice but to go to cheap places."
The girls scoffed in disdain.
Hu Liena was especially disgusted — she had been teased by this guy before and really felt sick.
"So you're a pervert. Next time, don't let me catch you, or I'll beat you till you don't recognize your own mother!"
Ma Hongjun slammed the table, shouting: "You all just think you're hot stuff because you're from the Soul Sect? What's so great about that? If you've got guts, fight us tonight! If you lose, you go to a hotel with me!"
Xie Yue shouted angrily: "Fatty, you've got some nerve. My sister isn't someone you can insult! Don't let me catch you at the arena or I'll make you regret it!"
Ma Hongjun's morale dropped visibly. Dai Mubai stood up. As the big brother of their group, he had to take charge.
"What's bullying my brothers? You think there's no one in the Shrek team?"
Suddenly, all members on both sides stood up, the atmosphere tense and explosive — only Jiang Xiaofeng and Tang San remained calmly seated.
Jiang Xiaofeng leisurely said: "Aren't you afraid your teammates will get hurt?"
Tang San retorted sarcastically: "Aren't you afraid your teammates will get hurt?"
Jiang Xiaofeng said: "Sit down, all of you. Any problems, we settle them at the arena tonight!"
Tang San:"I really want to see what you're capable of! Or is it all just bullying the weak?"
(End of chapter)