However, these words undoubtedly ignited the fury of the elders...
"Sect Master!! You must stop defending Tang San. We witnessed him cultivating with the help of the Worship Hall's guest elder, and he didn't show the slightest hint of displeasure!!"
"Without a doubt, he has pledged allegiance to the Worship Hall!!"
"Sect Master, we trusted Tang Hao and Tang San only because of your claims back then. Who could have guessed that the father and son are both traitors!!"
"Damn it, we should have never sent Clear Sky Sect disciples to attack Xu Sheng back then, let alone dispatch them to kill Tang San, that traitor!!"
Tang Xiao couldn't help but clench his fists, but seeing everyone's clarity, he knew Tang San turning to the Worship Hall might be true!
Otherwise, why hasn't Brother Hao's figure appeared!!
For now, the most important task was to grasp the details of what had occurred...
"Elders, please calm down first. Could you explain everything in detail to me!!"
The elders hesitated for a moment but gradually calmed down...
Indeed, the specifics had to be clarified to the Sect Master, or it would be impossible to discuss what comes next!
Especially regarding Tang San's betrayal!
One of the elders took a deep breath. "Sect Master, with so many ears around, let's discuss in the main hall!"
Immediately, the group moved to the Clear Sky Sect's main hall...
Where one elder narrated the entirety of the events in detail...
After listening, Tang Xiao, sitting in the main seat, fell into silence...
After a long pause, he finally intertwined his fingers and asked, "Elders, so you're saying you didn't actually see Tang San pledge allegiance to the Worship Hall, only perceived a fabricated vision caused by Qian Dao Liu's power, correct?"
Upon hearing this, the elders exchanged glances and collectively nodded...
Tang Xiao then continued, "In that case, could this be Qian Dao Liu's scheme? A ploy designed to confuse us, ensuring the rescue plan for Tang San fails!"
"After all, before this, he attempted to use similar tricks to sway our judgments!!"
Personally, he believed this illusion was very likely fabricated by Qian Dao Liu!
After all, Qian Dao Liu was an Ultimate Douluo; perhaps he possessed some unknown techniques!
However, the elders refused to accept this theory!
"Sect Master, impossible. While it's true we didn't witness it personally, the authenticity of those images is beyond doubt!"
"Yes, while we may not match Qian Dao Liu in strength, we're not incapable of discerning truth from lies!!"
"Sect Master, we can confirm that Tang San has indeed defected to the Worship Hall. Please stop making excuses for him!!"
Tang Xiao refrained from arguing, as that would only drive the elders into further frenzy...
"Then what about Hao... Tang Hao? Why didn't he return with you?"
One of the elders revealed a look full of indignation and sneered, "Sect Master, Tang Hao's child betrayed us and pledged allegiance to the Worship Hall. As a traitor himself, how could he have the audacity to return to the sect after witnessing this scene?"
Tang Xiao covered his mouth and coughed lightly, "Cough cough..."
He had to admit, there was some truth in those words!
This question was truly his mistake, pointless meddling!
Witnessing his child side with the enemies who had killed his wife, Brother Hao was likely more devastated than anyone else!!
Realizing this, Tang Xiao decisively concluded the meeting...
"Alright, I've understood the situation. Elders, please return and rest for now!"
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Meanwhile!
In the imperial palace!
Serpent Spear Douluo, having gathered information, promptly reported to the unmasked Qian Renxue...
"Holy Daughter, there's news from the Worship Hall!"
Qian Renxue seemed somewhat surprised. "Oh?? News already? It wasn't long since Tang Yuehua came to seek me!"
"Speak, what happened?"
Serpent Spear Douluo nodded slightly, then relayed all the details he knew...
"Today, Tang Hao and several Clear Sky Sect elders arrived at the Worship Hall, threatening the Grand Elder to hand over Tang San!"
"After that..."
After hearing him out, Qian Renxue narrowed her eyes slightly, revealing a puzzled expression...
"Strange. With just Tang Hao and a few Clear Sky Sect elders going to the Worship Hall, Grandfather should have been able to effortlessly suppress them all. Why would he allow these people to leave the Worship Hall alive?"
"Isn't this the final stage of his plan?"
She had seen her grandfather's true power firsthand, which completely eclipsed that of the other guest elders in the Worship Hall!
To say nothing of these few individuals, not even the entire Clear Sky Sect combined could be considered an equal match!
The nearby Serpent Spear Douluo cautiously interjected, "Holy Daughter, I suspect the Grand Elder didn't want to completely sever ties with the Clear Sky Sect, avoiding a crisis and maintaining stability, which might explain why he didn't act!"
At present, going to war with the Clear Sky Sect had no benefits, only drawbacks!
Even if Tang Hao and the others were eliminated, it would stir dissatisfaction amongst other sects!
Especially the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect!
Qian Renxue resolutely dismissed this notion...
"No… If Grandfather truly wanted to kill these people, that reason wouldn't have been sufficient grounds to let them go!"
"I fear he never intended to kill them but has other plans underway..."
The elder froze for a moment before making a suggestion, "Holy Daughter, since you feel uncertain, should I go to the Worship Hall and inquire with the Grand Elder?"
Qian Renxue waved her hand dismissively. "No need, Grandfather must have his own motives. If I were to inquire, I might disrupt the plan!"
Serpent Spear Douluo acknowledged without resistance. "Holy Daughter, I overstepped!"
"However, I do have one more question. If Tang Yuehua comes again, how should you respond?"
Qian Renxue chuckled lightly. "She won't come back. If she learns that Tang San has joined the Worship Hall, she'll likely believe there's no need for a rescue!"
"Naturally, this would mean she has no reason to approach me!"
"Alright, let's put this topic to rest!"
"What about Xu Sheng after he returned to the Pope Hall?"
Serpent Spear Douluo was initially puzzled about what she meant exactly. "Holy Daughter, what are you referring to??"
Qian Renxue frowned slightly. "I mean whatever he's been doing in the Pope Hall!"
Why does this Serpent Spear Douluo seem so slow in picking up on such matters, forcing her to spell it out herself?
That makes her, as the Spirit Hall's Holy Daughter, look quite ridiculous!
Finally realizing, the latter hurriedly reported, "Replying to Holy Daughter, Xu Sheng hasn't left the Pope Hall since returning!"
"It seems he's simply giving occasional pointers to the members of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation, but... one of them, Hulena, seems excessively close to Xu Sheng!"
Qian Renxue's expression turned cold instantly. "Hulena... is she not the one personally accepted as Bi Bidong's disciple and groomed to be the next Pope?"
Though unspoken, it was clear that the Holy Daughter seemed somewhat displeased with this notion!
If so, should he take the initiative next time he leaves to warn Xu Sheng?
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