Although Tang Zhong Yi was a Supreme Elder of Tang Sect and the strongest among the three Eight Tribulation Bodiless Celestials, if the two Eight Tribulation Bodiless Celestials were of the same opinion, he would not be able to veto their decision. The rules in Tang Sect had always been to follow the majorityâs vote when it came to decision-making for the high-ranking officials. If he was a Nine Tribulation Bodiless Celestial, he could have refused to let Tang Xiao Xiao marry into the Heavenly Wave Mansion since the other two would not be able to do anything. It was unfortunate that he was not a Nine Tribulation Bodiless Celestial and could not help Tang Xiao Xiao get out of the marriage alliance.
Tang Zhong Yi had devoted most of his life to Tang Sect. This was the first time he had a personal stake in the sectâs matter and planned to act selfishly by sending Tang Xiao Xiao away. Who would have thought the Sect Leader of Tang Sect would arrive at this moment?
âWhy did he come so quickly?â Tang Zhong Yi was baffled. He looked at Tang Xiao Xiao with a hint of distress. If the sect leader was not aware that she had returned, he could secretly send her away. However, now that sect leader was aware of her return, it would be impossible for him to do so. If it was just the sect leader alone, he might be able to defeat him. The problem was there was also the other Supreme Elder of Tang Sect.
âHe must have come because I killed Tang Zhen Baoâs men.â Tang Xiao Xiao frowned a little when she heard the sect leaderâs voice, but her expression remained largely unchanged. At the same time, she turned to Tang Zhong Yi and said through Voice Transmission, âAncestor, I remembered you saying that you have a collection of star charts that encompasses the stellar province of the galaxy where Planet Yan Huang is situated... Can you borrow me that star chart?â
âStar chart?â Tang Zhong Yi was still feeling unresigned for not being able to send Tang Xiao Xiao away when he heard her words. He was taken aback for a moment. Finally, he replied through Voice Transmission, âWhat do you need the star chart for?â
âAncestor, Iâm very touched by your words earlier. However, since the sect leader has come, Iâm afraid you wonât be able to quietly send me away. If I have the star chart of the stellar province of the galaxy where Planet Yan Huang is located, I might have a chance of leaving Tang Sect,â Tang Xiao Xiao said through Voice Transmission.
âYouâre able to leave Tang Sect if you have the star chart?â Tang Zhong Yi was baffled by Tang Xiao Xiaoâs words. After a while, he replied through Voice Transmission again, âHow are you going to do that?â
âAncestor, stop asking so many questions, youâll see soon enough. Can you please borrow me the star chart before the sect leader arrives?â Tang Xiao Xiao said urgently.
Although Tang Zhong Yi had many questions on his mind, he knew time was of the essence, and he could hear the urgency in Tang Xiao Xiaoâs voice so he no longer questioned her. He quickly gave her the star chart. Only after he handed over the star chart did he ask, âAre you still trying to be mysterious? Tell me about your plans quickly!â
Whoosh!
Just as Tang Xiao Xiao was about to reply, a gust of wind blew in the front yard before a figure appeared in front of the stone table.
The figure belonged to a middle-aged man who was dressed in a silver robe with golden trim. He had a medium build, a square face, and spiky hair. His aura was imposing, it was clear that he had long gotten used to being in a position of power.
âThis must be Tang Chong, the Sect Leader of Tang Sect.â Before Duan Ling Tian arrived in Tang Sectâs inner court, Tang Xiao Xiao had told him the sect leaderâs name. He also learned that Tang Chong was one of the three Eight Tribulation Bodiless Celestials in Tang Sect.
As soon as Tang Chong appeared, his eyes did not leave Tang Xiao Xiao.
âLord Sect Leader.â Tang Xiao Xiao rose to her feet immediately before bowing respectfully. âI did manage to obtain a Celestial Supreme Treasure.â
âCongratulations,â Tang Chong said before turning to look at Tang Zhong Yi who was standing at the side. âElder Yi, your descendant is truly outstanding. Not only is she a genius, but even her luck is good.â
âYou are being too kind with your words, sect leader,â Tang Zhong Yi said modestly.
At this moment, Tang Chongâs eyes found Duan Ling Tian who was still seated at the stone table. His eyes instantly turned cold and piercing.
However, Duan Ling Tian remained unaffected. Not only was he indifferent to Tang Chongâs cutting gaze, but he even moved to pour himself a cup of tea, completely ignoring Tang Chong.
Tang Chong continued staring at Duan Ling Tian pointedly as he asked in a deep voice, âXiao Xiao... I heard from the others that this person is your man?â
The moment Tang Zhong Yi heard Tang Chongâs words, his expression changed drastically. He quickly turned to look at Tang Xiao Xiao with an expression of shock and disbelief.
âYes,â Tang Xiao Xiao said. She did not expect Tan Chong would bring this up, but she had no choice but to answer in the affirmative.
Upon hearing Tang Xiao Xiaoâs admission, Tang Chong and Tang Zhong Yiâs expressions changed dramatically.
âXiao Xiao, donât forget that youâre engaged!â Tang Chong looked at Tang Xiao Xiao and said in a deep voice, âWeâve already discussed this with the Heavenly Wave Mansion and agreed that the engagement ceremony would be held as soon as you return from the Beyond Heaven Secret Zone! How can you recklessly bring another man here?â His voice turned deeper and deeper the longer he spoke.
âSect leader,â Tang Xiao Xiao said softly, âI donât want to marry Yang Yu Ting... My heart already belongs to someone else.â When she finished speaking, she turned to look at Duan Ling Tian.
An angry and deafening roar that seemed to come from all directions rang in the air as soon as Tang Xiao Xiao finished speaking.
âSect leader, why are you wasting words with her? In my opinion, we should just kill the brat!â A tall and muscular old man appeared at this moment. He had a beard and messy white hair that looked like a lionâs mane. He glared at Duan Ling Tian with killing intent as soon as he appeared. He asked imperiously, âSo youâre the one who broke my descendantâs arms and legs to humiliate him?â
âTang Hong?â Since the old man had mentioned his descendant, it was not difficult for Duan Ling Tian to guess that the old man was Tang Hong, the other Supreme Elder of Tang Sect and Tang Zhen Baoâs ancestor.
Similarly, Tang Xiao Xiao had revealed the name of the other Supreme Elder of Tang Sect to Duan Ling Tian earlier.
Duan Ling Tian continued to sip on his tea calmly as though he was truly engrossed in it. He seemed to completely disregard the presence of these Eight Tribulation Bodiless Celestials.
âAncestor, thatâs him! Please avenge me!â Another voice rang in the air as Tang Zhen Bao appeared. It seemed like he had recovered from the injuries that Duan Ling Tian had inflicted on him earlier. At this moment, he seemed quite energetic as he pointed at Duan Ling Tian angrily. He stared at Duan Ling Tian as though he wished he could tear Duan Ling Tian into a million pieces.
âIt seems like you didnât learn your lesson,â Duan Ling Tian said before turning to Tang Xiao Xiao, saying, âXiao Xiao, Iâve already spared him once. I wonât do it again. Sorry.â As soon as he finished speaking, Tang Hong and the others did not even have time to react before a sword appeared in his hands and flew out immediately.
Sword Wielding Art!
Duan Ling Tian had cast the technique so quickly that no one had time to react at all. However, before the sword pierced Tang Zhen Baoâs glabella, the sword suddenly came to a halt a mere foot away from Tang Zhen Baoâs forehead.
Swoosh!
A large palm that seemed as though it could over the sky appeared and grabbed Duan Ling Tianâs sword. It was none other than Tang Hong who had acted. His eyes lit up as soon as he discovered how extraordinary the sword was. âCelestial Supreme Treasure?â
âA Celestial Supreme Treasure?â Tang Hongâs words instantly caught Tang Chong and Tang Zhong Yiâs attention.