Chapter 210: The Undercurrents of Tiandou City
Among all the members of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the one whose soul core had special characteristics was actually Sword Douluo.
Sword Douluo's soul core was somewhat different from others. While others generally formed their soul cores based on the origin of their martial soul, Sword Douluo's soul core was formed by the Seven Killing Sword and his endless killing intent, making it appear more dangerous but also far more powerful.
When Sword Douluo successfully condensed his soul core, he felt a surge of sword energy rising to the sky, as if it were recklessly powerful.
Meanwhile, Long Gong also successfully condensed a soul core, showing a noticeable improvement in strength. Long Gong, who had a deep understanding of martial souls and soul cores, provided Lin Gong with many suggestions.
On the other hand, Yang Wudi, watching everyone's progress, felt a bit impatient. He had always been proficient in combat, so why hadn't his soul power reached the level of a Title Douluo?
Even Bone Douluo made a special trip back to Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, greatly admiring the research on soul cores. After seeing Sword Douluo's success, he wasted no time and decided to condense his own soul core, aiming to compete with Sword Douluo.
Bone Douluo eventually condensed a very strange soul core. Instead of the power-based soul core he was known for, he created a dark-attribute soul core that operated like a black hole.
As for Golden Eagle Douluo and Magic Ape Douluo, who had obtained their ninth soul rings, Lin Gong, Long Gong, and the Snake Woman accompanied them to Star Dou Forest for the hunt.
Both Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo were very confident about their soul cores. Not only did they feel their strength had increased significantly, but they also believed that they might break through to even higher realms in the future.
After the research on the soul core, the strength of Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect increased substantially. This time, it was a qualitative improvement, with the sect gaining two more Title Douluo-level experts.
Especially Sword Douluo, who immediately entered seclusion. It seemed that he had gained a great deal of insight from the process of condensing his soul core, and his swordsmanship and sword way were now on the path to a deeper level.
Seeing Sword Douluo's state, it seemed like he wanted to rely on this newfound insight, along with the effect of the Clear Heart Three-Leaf Grass from years ago, to see if he could break through his limits once more.
However, Ning Fengzhi appeared more cautious than ever before. The information about Golden Eagle Douluo and Magic Ape Douluo was known only by a few high-ranking members of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and it had not been widely publicized.
Golden Eagle Douluo, named Lin Xiang, was a middle-aged man with an exceptionally cold demeanor, dressed in golden armor and exuding an aura of arrogance like a finely crafted statue.
Magic Ape Douluo appeared more rugged, with a massive and powerful physique, and was known for his ruthless and domineering personality. He had long worked with Bone Douluo on punishment and defense duties.
After breaking through to Title Douluo, both of them had become extremely low-key. They hadn't even told their families about their breakthroughs, instead focusing solely on their cultivation.
As for Yang Xiong, he wasn't concerned with any of that. He immediately left the sect with Lin Gong, planning to take a stroll around Tiandou City, prepared to face the upcoming changes there.
Of course, both Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and Body Sect had made preparations, especially Ning Fengzhi, who was readying forces to deal with the upheaval in Tiandou City.
While Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and Body Sect were still relatively at ease, Tiandou City had been fermenting for a while and was on the verge of chaos.
Shrek Academy, however, seemed to be the core of the storm.
Since the news broke that Shrek Academy was hiding a 100,000-year-old transformed soul beast, all major factions had been investigating the academy's situation, and many teachers and students had been bought off.
Liu Erlong, who had always treated Xiao Wu like her own daughter, would never allow anyone to lay a hand on Xiao Wu. Especially since Liu Erlong had an extremely fiery temper, she had once been known as the "Killer's Horn."
After teaching a few would-be intruders a harsh lesson, the surrounding area seemed to calm down a bit, but it felt like the calm before the storm.
Now, with Liu Erlong, Flender, and Zhao Wuji forming the Golden Triangle of Shrek Academy, they essentially had the combat power of Title Douluo. No one below Title Douluo dared to provoke Shrek Academy.
Title Douluos were extremely rare in the world, with most of them gathered in Wuhun Hall or the major sects. Thus, there was no Title Douluo coming to cause trouble at Shrek Academy.
But in just half a month, Tiandou City had seen the arrival of over a thousand soul masters, putting great pressure on Xue Ye Emperor and the Tiandou Royal Family.
These soul masters came from all walks of life, including a large number of wandering soul masters, experts from mid-sized sects, and even some from the Xingluo Empire's sects, leaving everyone bewildered.
With the situation seemingly getting more chaotic, Shrek Academy became more and more dangerous. Even Flender and Yu Xiaogang felt an immense pressure, as if the entire Tiandou City was surging with hidden currents.
Unfortunately, neither Yu Xiaogang nor Flender knew how to deal with the situation.
The 100,000-year-old transformed soul beast was a priceless treasure in the soul master world, and it was no surprise that everyone was coveting it. Unfortunately, neither Flender nor Yu Xiaogang seemed able to get any external reinforcements.
Yu Xiaogang's backing, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon family, had been destroyed, and it had even caused Yu Xiaogang a lot of trouble.
As for Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, they had been extremely low-key lately. Since the news about the 100,000-year soul beast came out, there had been no information from Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. They neither expressed interest in the soul beast nor mentioned assisting anyone.
As for Tang San, he was still rushing back to Tiandou City with all his might.
Even Wuhun Hall had remained silent, with no announcements regarding the capture of the 100,000-year soul beast or any signs of their usual righteous posturing.
In the Prince's Palace, Prince Xue Qinghe, surprisingly, appeared in women's clothing, looking tall, elegant, and incredibly beautiful, especially dressed in imperial robes that made her look extremely noble.
This was, in fact, Qian Renxue, her true appearance.
Standing before her were four experts. One was Ling Yuan Douluo, who had previously attacked Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Another was a slender middle-aged man in black, Ghost Leopard Douluo.
In addition to these two, there were two more, who looked very similar to each other. Apart from their clothing, they had very similar faces, movements, and body types, even holding a staff in their hands, exuding a formidable aura.
These two were top experts from Wuhun Hall, the Sixth Elder Thousand Jin Douluo and the Seventh Elder Demon Subduing Douluo, both at the 96th-level and wielding the legendary weapon spirit, the Panlong Staff.
The Panlong Staff was also a top-tier weapon spirit, incredibly powerful, and comparable to the Haotian Hammer.
At this moment, Qian Renxue's face was dark, clearly unhappy. "Is that woman in such a rush? Now is not the best time to initiate the Tiandou Palace coup."
"After the battle with Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, it's obvious that Xue Ye Emperor and Ning Fengzhi suspect there is a traitor within the Tiandou Royal Family. Xue Ye Emperor has been secretly investigating, but he is being much more cautious than before."
"Ning Fengzhi has also become more cautious, and my good teacher has been busy with sect matters, paying less attention to my education. He's probably also suspicious that something is wrong within the Tiandou Royal Family."
"Now that the grass has been stirred, if the Tiandou Palace coup happens at this time, the chances of success are not as high."
Hearing this, Ghost Leopard Douluo quickly spoke: "Your Highness, the Pope has already made preparations. Taking advantage of the 100,000-year soul beast's appearance in Tiandou City, Wuhun Hall has sent many soul masters in small groups into Tiandou City. Once Xue Ye Emperor dies, we can immediately seize the palace. At that time, Your Highness will only need to give the signal, and the Tiandou Empire will be ours."
Qian Renxue remained silent for a moment before speaking: "I don't recommend acting now. Recently, Xue Ye Emperor has clearly strengthened his defenses. Even if I wanted to meet him, it would be difficult, let alone kill him. After all, Xue Ye Emperor is also a Soul Douluo."
Ghost Leopard Douluo immediately responded: "Your Highness need not worry. The Pope has prepared well. We have already created a special poison. Killing a mere Soul Douluo is no problem. Moreover, Xue Ye Emperor hasn't been training much in recent years, and his body is not as strong as it used to be, making it the perfect opportunity to poison him."
Qian Renxue shook her head: "I always feel that things are not that simple. It seems a bit strange, and I fear there may be other variables."
"Moreover, Tiandou City seems a bit odd lately. Although we've sent many soul masters to infiltrate, I still feel something is off."
"Are there any other variables within a few hundred miles? What's the situation with Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Has Tang Hao, the so-called leader of Tang Sect, appeared yet?"
Ghost Leopard Douluo answered: "Your Highness, there are no other Title Douluo-level experts within a few hundred miles. The only person who could interfere is probably Dugu Bo."
"Recently, Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has been hiding within their sect. It seems that the last battle also caused them significant damage. They likely need some time to recover. Even Sword Bone Douluo has disappeared without a trace, with rumors suggesting that they are both in seclusion for healing."
"As for Tang Hao, I haven't found any information about him. However, Tang San has already gone to Gengxin City with Tai Tan. Tang Hao is probably protecting him in secret. This is a great opportunity for us."
"At that time, we will have four Title Douluos on our side, and with the presence of Sixth Elder and Seventh Elder, even if Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and Tang Hao show up, they won't be able to change the outcome."
"We can divide our forces into three groups: one will act in the name of the Tiandou Royal Family to capture the 100,000-year transformed soul beast at Shrek Academy, another will eliminate Tang Sect once and for all, erasing any traces of the Haotian Sect, and the final group, with two elders, will help you seize the palace and claim the Tiandou Empire for you. A three-in-one victory."
Qian Renxue closed her eyes and carefully calculated all the variables of this Tiandou Palace coup.
Suddenly, she spoke up: "Where is Dugu Bo now? He was the biggest variable when we attacked Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. I don't want Dugu Bo to affect our grand plan."
Ghost Leopard Douluo replied: "Your Highness, Dugu Bo moves in and out without leaving a trace. However, according to our recent information, he should be at Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's Cloud Mist Mountain. If Your Highness is concerned, we can capture Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng in advance. That way, we don't need to worry about Dugu Bo hesitating."
Qian Renxue smiled slightly: "You're thinking ahead, calculating everything thoroughly."
Ghost Leopard Douluo quickly said: "This is all thanks to the Pope and the elders' meticulous planning. It will be absolutely foolproof."
Qian Renxue snorted coldly: "That woman is thinking well. Her main goal is to seize the 100,000-year soul beast amidst the chaos. But I feel something is not right now. It seems like Tiandou City is eerily calm. I'll think it through more carefully and confirm the plan before we move."
Ghost Leopard Douluo immediately responded: "Your Highness, the situation is extremely urgent. If the 100,000-year transformed soul beast escapes, it will be very difficult for us to capture it again."
Hearing this, Qian Renxue's expression turned cold.
Beside her, the Thousand Jin Douluo directly shouted angrily: "Do not be disrespectful to the Young Lady. Whether or not the Young Lady makes the decision is not for you to speak of, nor that woman. You just need to follow orders."
(END CHAPTER)
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