Chapter 201: The Attitude of the Three Major Single-Attribute Families
At this moment, Tai Tan seemed to have thought of something: "Young master, if you want to win over the three major single-attribute families, I suggest starting with the Minzhi family."
"Although the Minzhi family has had a difficult time in recent years, their relationship with you has grown even closer. The head of the Minzhi family, Bai He, is actually your maternal granduncle. This relationship cannot be erased."
Hearing this, Tang San was once again overjoyed. If there was this connection, it might be a great breakthrough.
After arriving at Yunwu Mountain with Tai Tan and his group, the situation there shocked everyone.
Not only was the place heavily guarded, but various defensive structures were also in place, making it look very meticulous.
Moreover, the entire Yunwu Mountain seemed to be thriving, completely unlike a temporary base. It felt more like a flourishing large sect.
It is known that the most important differences between large sects and smaller forces are the sect's image and the internal training of its members.
The larger the sect, the stricter the internal rules, and it often has a complete training system with various simulated environments.
On Yunwu Mountain, there was not only a huge main academy, but one could also clearly feel a strong aura of energy. There were faint shouts in the air, which seemed to be the disciples of the sect training intensely.
Tang San and Tai Tan arrived at the place where the Yu family was hosting the gathering. After an announcement, they quickly entered a grand hall.
The hall looked luxurious, with various drinks and precious dishes appearing continuously. Even ordinary people could tell that the Yu family had spent quite a lot on this gathering.
Niu Gao bared his chest and held a large wine glass in his hand: "Old gorilla, why are you so late? Come on, take a seat. We've all been waiting for you."
"You're late even when you're this close. You need to drink three cups first, or else you'll be making us wait for nothing."
Tai Tan laughed loudly: "Drinking isn't a problem, but you'll need to outdo me in strength first, otherwise, you'll have to drink with me."
The two burly men opened their arms simultaneously, their sturdy chests crashing against each other, showing off an extremely terrifying strength, producing a loud 'bang.'
Tai Tan seemed to have taken a small hit as he slightly retreated, but soon the two embraced each other and laughed heartily. Watching them, it seemed as though they were once again clashing with strength.
"Well, old rhino, relying on your breakthrough to Title Douluo, you think you can bully me? No way!"
Niu Gao laughed out loud: "Good, old gorilla, your strength has increased, but too bad I've gotten stronger than you."
The two old brothers performed a simple clash, which seemed to be their unique way of communication.
Niu Gao laughed loudly: "We've been waiting for you, the three of us have been drinking for a while."
Tai Tan laughed: "Isn't it just drinking? When have I ever lost to you?"
After some casual exchanges, Yang Wudi and Bai He at the main table also greeted Tai Tan. It was clear that their relationship was indeed very close.
Niu Gao suddenly looked at Tang San: "Hey, aren't you the kid from the Star Dou Forest? How come you're hanging out with the old gorilla?"
Tai Tan thought for a moment before speaking: "Old rhino, this is my grandson's classmate. I brought him out to see the world."
Tang San hurriedly saluted: "Greetings, seniors. I'm Tang San, a junior."
Niu Gao and Yang Wudi's expressions froze for a moment: "Your surname is Tang?"
Tang San didn't hide anything: "My father is Tang Hao."
Niu Gao's face instantly changed drastically: "Old gorilla, what do you mean by this? Aren't those people from Haotian Sect the ones who harmed us enough? If Tang Hao hadn't caused that great disaster, would we be in this situation?"
Tai Tan hurriedly spoke: "Old rhino, calm down. Even without the master's involvement, Wuhun Hall would have eventually acted against Haotian Sect. I hate Haotian Sect as well, but what does this have to do with Tang San? He was just a newborn back then."
Niu Gao's face looked somewhat grim: "Old gorilla, if it were anyone else today, I would have already kicked him out. I don't want to have anything to do with Haotian Sect anymore. Let him leave on his own, or don't blame me for not showing you any respect."
Tai Tan became somewhat angry upon hearing this: "Old rhino, if you want to drive the young master away, I'll leave too. Our Li family won't be attending this gathering."
Seeing that Tai Tan was about to leave, Tang San quickly spoke: "Tai Tan senior, please wait a moment. I'll speak with them first."
Tai Tan returned to Tang San's side, but his eyes seemed filled with defiance.
Tang San bowed to Niu Gao's group: "Senior Niu Gao, Senior Yang Wudi, Senior Bai He, I apologize for my father's actions in the past. I've come this time with Tai Tan senior just to make a small attempt at amends."
Niu Gao shook his head: "There's no need. We are living well now, and we don't need any kind of compensation from you. Moreover, the hundreds of lives we lost back then cannot be compensated by a child like you."
Tang San hurriedly spoke: "Senior Niu Gao, I hope you'll give me a chance. I don't want the relationship between us to be one of enemies."
Niu Gao glanced at Tai Tan, then looked back at Yang Wudi and Bai He.
Neither Yang Wudi nor Bai He seemed interested in having any dealings with Tang San, not even bothering to acknowledge him.
Niu Gao's eyes showed a hint of anger: "Give you a chance? Did Haotian Sect give us a chance when they withdrew back then? They just left, and Tang Hao never showed his face. Who thought about our situation back then?"
"Why should I give you a chance? This is the Yu family's territory, not Haotian Sect's."
"Get out. Leave, or I won't be so polite with you."
Tai Tan, who was standing aside, seemed furious: "Old rhino, can't you discuss things calmly? The young master came with good intentions."
Niu Gao immediately became enraged, exuding an incredibly terrifying aura, demonstrating the might of a Title Douluo. Even Tai Tan felt a great deal of pressure, and Tang San's body swayed as though he might be crushed at any moment.
Tai Tan was stunned. He had mastered the power of strength, and from a strength perspective, he could almost rival a Title Douluo.
Yet now, looking at Niu Gao's aura, their earlier friendly clash seemed like child's play.
From a purely strength standpoint, Niu Gao, after becoming a Title Douluo, was probably not weaker than the Spirit Bear Douluo.
Especially considering that Niu Gao focused entirely on defense, and defensive spirit beasts were usually incredibly strong, Niu Gao's defense and strength were likely on par with an ordinary 95th-level Title Douluo.
Tai Tan shouted: "Old rhino, you've gone too far, using your strength against a child. Aren't you just bullying him with your power?"
Tai Tan transformed into a massive powerful gorilla, as if preparing to face off against Niu Gao.
However, Niu Gao coldly snorted and withdrew his aura: "Old gorilla, this is the last time I'll treat you as a brother. If you're going to side with this brat, then our years of brotherhood are over, and you won't be attending the single-attribute gathering anymore."
Tai Tan was taken aback by this, but when he looked at Yang Wudi and Bai He, they did not seem interested in intervening, clearly agreeing with Niu Gao's stance.
Since leaving Haotian Sect, the single-attribute families had maintained a good relationship, but the Li family had been living in Tiandou City, while the Po family, Yu family, and Min family had all been in the Star Luo Empire. They were no longer as close as before.
Tai Tan's face showed a hint of unwillingness: "Old rhino, old goat, old white bird, we were brothers who fought life and death together. Are you really going to forget our brotherhood?"
Yang Wudi snorted coldly: "Old gorilla, after we separated, your Li family has been living the best life. Have you ever thought about our suffering?"
"We were crushed by Haotian Sect back then. We've been away from Haotian Sect for so many years. There's no way we'll get involved with them again. Don't think that just because Tang San comes, it means anything. Even if Tang Hao and Tang Xiao came, it wouldn't matter."
"You should know the character of my Po family. We'd rather die in battle than live in disgrace. We'll never be subordinate to any sect again."
Bai He looked at Tang San and seemed slightly moved, but ultimately did not say anything. The Min family had suffered greatly in recent years, and he did not want to risk being tied to Haotian Sect in any way.
Tai Tan seemed unwilling to give up: "Old goat, the young master's talent is unparalleled. He has already reached the rank of Soul Emperor at such a young age. His future is limitless."
"Now the young master wants to make amends. What's wrong with that?"
Niu Gao coldly snorted: "Old gorilla, don't you understand what Tang San's intentions are? We've been away from Haotian Sect for over ten years. Tang Hao hasn't shown his face once, and Haotian Sect hasn't even cared about us. Now they suddenly want to come and make amends? Don't think we can't see through their little schemes."
"From the looks of it, he wants to rebuild the sect and draw in the three major single-attribute families. Unfortunately, we've gotten used to our freedom over the years and don't want to be subordinate to another sect."
Tai Tan's face darkened with anger: "Old rhino, do you really mean this? And don't you remember that you are also backed by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Isn't that the same as aligning with them?"
"Do you remember what we promised back then? We didn't want to become any of the Upper Three Sects' subordinate families. Have you forgotten our vow?"
"The young master just wants to build a new sect and make amends with you. With his talent, he will definitely surpass Haotian Sect and reach unprecedented heights."
Niu Gao shook his head while looking at Tai Tan: "Old gorilla, you've changed. You've had it so easy with your Li family these years that you've forgotten how our three families have suffered. You haven't thought about the people we lost."
"When we moved to Yunwu Mountain, we did have some relations with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but it's only business cooperation. We don't have any subordinate relationship with them. It's not as dirty as you think."
Tai Tan's face slightly changed upon hearing this. He hadn't realized that the three single-attribute families were actually living so well and only had business dealings with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, without any real subordination.
Before Tang San could speak again, Yang Wudi's anger flared: "Tang San, didn't we save your life in the Star Dou Forest? Now, not only do you show no gratitude, but you also want to assimilate our single-attribute families. Is this the style of Haotian Sect?"
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