Yang Xiong saw the hesitation on Ning Fengzhi's face and had to speak again.
"Sect Leader, have you ever thought about this? This great battle lasted for so long, and the intensity of the fight should have been felt within a radius of dozens of miles. But so far, the Heaven Dou Imperial Family seems to have received no news and has not dispatched any troops to help."
Ning Fengzhi's face showed surprise: "Little Xiong, what do you mean by that?"
A bitter smile appeared on Yang Xiong's lips: "Sect Leader, Spirit Hall dispatched a full ten thousand Soul Masters this time. Even if they were on a long-distance raid, it's impossible for there to be no traces."
"And given the current situation of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, they should not have received any news. To carry out such a large-scale operation within the Heaven Dou Empire, either the Heaven Dou Imperial Family tacitly approved it, or someone blocked the news."
Ning Fengzhi quickly said: "That's impossible. The Heaven Dou Imperial Family has had a very poor relationship with Spirit Hall over the years and is extremely wary of them. They would not allow Spirit Hall to destroy our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, otherwise, it would be cutting off the Heaven Dou Imperial Family's allies."
"Furthermore, our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has always strongly supported the Heaven Dou Imperial Family over the years. Qing He is even my personal student. It's impossible for them to harm our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Yang Xiong felt a bit helpless at this moment. This Ning Fengzhi trusted the Heaven Dou Imperial Family too much and focused too much on benefits.
If the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect were to move to Heaven Dou City now, it could indeed recover quickly in the short term, but in the long run, it might invite disaster.
After hearing Yang Xiong's words, Ning Fengzhi's face showed extreme conflict. The Sect's losses this time were too great. If they didn't strengthen cooperation with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, recovery would likely be even more difficult.
Yang Xiong thought for a moment before continuing: "Sect Leader, I heard that the Sect's losses this time were actually only around seven hundred Soul Masters, but the one-tenth of Soul Masters who were out on missions suffered extremely heavy losses, with most of them being killed."
"These Soul Masters are not as concentrated as we are within the Sect. It would be very difficult for Spirit Hall just to get their information. Now, not only was the timing extremely accurate, but even their movements were completely clear. To achieve such an effective strike, it's likely that the specific information was provided by the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, which is why our people suffered such heavy losses."
Ning Fengzhi was greatly shocked again upon hearing this: "Little Xiong, are you saying that there are high-ranking personnel within the Heaven Dou Imperial Family colluding with Spirit Hall?"
Yang Xiong nodded: "This person is definitely in a very high position within the Heaven Dou Imperial Family. Not only can they cover the actions of Spirit Hall's ten thousand Soul Masters, but they also know the specific information of our disciples who are out on missions, and are even very familiar with the internal situation of our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Otherwise, Spirit Hall's attack this time wouldn't have been so targeted."
"They dispatched a full four Titled Douluo, specifically targeting the two teachers, Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo. Even the number of Soul Douluo and Soul Saints was basically targeted at a three-to-one ratio. You should know that even many internal personnel are not that clear about this information."
Ning Fengzhi finally nodded: "I understand. There must be a very high-ranking mole within the Heaven Dou Imperial Family. It seems I need to communicate carefully with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family. Otherwise, if Spirit Hall launches another such operation, we will truly be in trouble."
The great victory in this war was achieved, on one hand, because the Sect had happened to consolidate its strength in the past year, with basically ninety percent of the Soul Masters being within the Sect, which can be said to have concentrated the vast majority of its strength.
Another part of the reason was the cooperation with the Offensive and Defensive Alliance of the Three Single Attribute Families.
The Three Single Attribute Families deserve great credit for achieving victory. Not only did multiple Titled Douluo fight with all their might, but Bai He's information was also extremely timely, buying the Sect extremely valuable time.
Yang Xiong thought for a moment: "Sect Leader, I suggest you communicate with Emperor Xue Ye alone. For internal matters of the Imperial Family like this, it's best for us not to interfere too much and let Emperor Xue Ye investigate it himself."
"On the other hand, Rong Rong is still in Heaven Dou City. It's best for the Sect Leader to bring Rong Rong back to the Sect. After all, Rong Rong is the successor of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and at this time, she can play a morale-boosting role."
Ning Fengzhi nodded: "Alright, Little Xiong, you can rest assured and recuperate within the Sect. I will personally go to Heaven Dou City to see Emperor Xue Ye and bring Rong Rong back at the same time."
"Oh, right, Little Xiong, do you think Spirit Hall will only target us?"
A smile appeared on Yang Xiong's lips: "Sect Leader should know better than me. Since Spirit Hall launched the Soul Hunting Operation, it's impossible for it to be aimed solely at our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. I'm afraid all forces opposing them will be targeted."
Ning Fengzhi showed a bitter smile: "This makes things even more troublesome for us. From now on, we may have to face Spirit Hall alone, and the pressure is simply too great."
Yang Xiong said helplessly: "Sect Leader, why should we confront Spirit Hall? We are just an auxiliary Sect after all. The one who should truly confront Spirit Hall is the number one Sect in the world."
"At this point, no matter what, we must find a way to get the Clear Sky Sect to come out. Otherwise, at worst, we can just stop bothering with the messy affairs of the Soul Master world and also retreat into seclusion like the Clear Sky Sect to accumulate strength. I think Spirit Hall should not openly attack us again."
Ning Fengzhi was thoughtful after hearing Yang Xiong's words. Finally, after dealing with all matters, he quickly left the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect with Bone Douluo and a few others.
In fact, Yang Xiong's words also had a deeper meaning. Spirit Hall has always believed in the Six-Winged Angel and the justice of the angels, openly representing the justice of the Soul Master world. They would not completely tear off their facade and openly attack other Sects.
Just like in the original work, Spirit Hall destroyed the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family and severely damaged the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, yet they still cried "catch the thief," openly claiming to investigate the culprits who attacked the two great Sects. Although this method was a bit like burying one's head in the sand, it was precisely their stance that limited their actions.
After Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo left, Yang Xiong gathered with the elders of the Body Sect.
Lin Gong was a little confused: "Little Xiong, the situation in the Soul Master world is still uncertain. Spirit Hall actually attacked the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which means they will probably also attack the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family at the same time. It might not be a good time for our Body Sect to reveal itself now."
Yang Xiong smiled: "Teacher Lin, on the contrary, the current turmoil in the Soul Master world is the best time for us."
"Senior Bai He, please arrange for a Soul Master from the Agility Clan to go to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family as soon as possible to see what the situation is there. If Spirit Hall hasn't started attacking yet, remind them."
"If the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family has already been destroyed, we will wait and see, and sit back and watch the drastic changes in the Soul Master world."
"Spirit Hall has taken such a ruthless action, there should be follow-up actions. They definitely don't just want to destroy two sects."
Bai He nodded when he heard this and immediately arranged for people to go to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family to investigate.
Lin Gongyi was a little puzzled: "Does the destruction of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family have anything to do with us?"
A hint of ruthlessness appeared at the corner of Yang Xiong's mouth: "Of course it does. Haven't you always wanted to know my thoughts on the new location for the Body Sect? In fact, I've long had my eye on the Thunder Valley of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family. That is a true treasure land for cultivation, even better than the location of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Everyone was shocked when they heard this, not expecting that the sect location Yang Xiong had mentioned before was actually Thunder Valley.
Lin Gong's expression was serious: "Little Xiong, did you guess that Spirit Hall would attack the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family long ago?"
Yang Xiong shook his head: "It's not that I guessed it, but rather that I analyzed the actions of Spirit Hall and Bibi Dong. Bibi Dong is extremely ruthless and overbearing in her dealings, even a little crazy."
"Spirit Hall's strength has reached its peak in history, occupying more than half of the Soul Masters in the entire Soul Master world. They are definitely not content to be just an ordinary Soul Master organization, so they will definitely eliminate everyone who opposes them. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family are the first to bear the brunt, so this battle was bound to happen sooner or later."
Lin Gong thought for a while before speaking: "So, Little Xiong, you were already making arrangements for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect long ago. Not only can our Body Sect provide support at any time, but you even specifically brought in Dugu Bo."
Yang Xiong nodded: "These arrangements are just one of my ideas. Whether it's me or the Body Sect, what we truly lack is time and foundation. Only by cooperating with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect can we truly grow stronger."
Yang Wudi said: "What should we do now? Should we prepare to occupy Thunder Valley immediately after getting the news?"
Yang Xiong smiled: "Old Goat, you're a little too impatient."
"Now the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is in ruins waiting to be rebuilt. Whether it's building the sect, transmitting messages, or even so many people being seriously injured and needing a large amount of medicinal materials, our Body Sect is now strengthening cooperation with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Not only can we make a fortune, but we can also prepare for the future establishment of our sect."
"Furthermore, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family has just suffered a blow. If we occupy it now, it will easily attract criticism. It's better to wait until the surroundings are completely calm."
"But I am determined to get Thunder Valley, so I'll trouble Senior Bai He to arrange for personnel to pay close attention."
"Besides, there is still an important matter to attend to. I have already reached level seventy. We need to prepare to go to the Star Dou Great Forest soon. There is my ideal seventh Soul Ring there."
At this moment, Yang Xiong seemed to think of something and quickly spoke to Bai He: "Senior Bai He, we will be going to the Star Dou Great Forest in at most five days. Please arrange for ten experts to secretly investigate the outer area of the Star Dou Great Forest to confirm if any top-tier Soul Masters have recently entered the forest. Otherwise, it will be troublesome if it affects our Soul Ring hunting."
Bai He nodded and immediately arranged for experts from the Agility Clan to go to the outer area of the Star Dou Great Forest.
Lin Gong was shocked again when he heard this: "Little Xiong, could it be that you want to attack the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Blue Bull Python? The Titan Giant Ape is indeed very suitable for your seventh Soul Ring. However, the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Blue Bull Python are too powerful. We probably can't hunt them."
Yang Xiong smiled: "The Titan Giant Ape is indeed good, but unfortunately, I have a more suitable Soul Beast in mind, and that Soul Beast's strength is much weaker than the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Blue Bull Python. As long as we use a little strategy, there should be no problem."
After Yang Xiong's arrangements, everyone in the Body Sect quickly took action. Some went out to arrange for intelligence gathering and exploration to prevent the Body Sect from being targeted by Spirit Hall, while others assisted the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect in cleaning up the aftermath.
Yang Wudi even took out a lot of his medicinal material reserves and sold them to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
This time, the main force of the Body Sect joined the battlefield last and suffered no losses.
On the contrary, with the various businesses with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, it seemed they could make a fortune.
After Yang Xiong finished communicating with the elders of the Body Sect, he met with Dugu Bo again.
Dugu Bo looked unwell. "Little monster, you really calculated me this time. I've already offended Spirit Hall. How are you going to compensate me?"
Yang Xiong quickly said, "Thank you for your help this time, Senior Dugu. Consider it a favor owed by my Body Sect. In the future, no matter what you need, as long as we can do it, we will do our best to help you."
Dugu Bo's expression softened slightly. "Fine, it's not a loss for you to owe me a favor. If it weren't for you and Old Goat, I wouldn't bother coming to this Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Yang Xiong asked, confused, "Senior Dugu, didn't you help our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect a great deal? Didn't the Sect Leader say anything to you?"
Dugu Bo snorted coldly. "Am I the kind of person who demands repayment for favors? Besides, I don't like associating with Sect members like Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo. Anyway, you brat, remember this. You owe me thousands of lives this time. Sooner or later, I'll make you pay the price."
Yang Xiong was speechless upon hearing this. Was this Dugu Bo too much? Not only did he slack off during the fight, but his tone after the battle was also extremely arrogant, making Yang Xiong not know what to say.
However, Dugu Bo didn't say anything more and left the place with a flick of his sleeve.
This time, Dugu Bo indeed played a huge role on the battlefield. Without him, the war would have been even more tragic. But this old fellow was also extremely proud. This favor owed was huge.
After dealing with everything, Yang Xiong returned home alone to go into seclusion. The injuries from the direct confrontation with Demon Bear Douluo were too severe, and he needed to recuperate in peace.
Moreover, at this point, Yang Xiong also needed to have a detailed discussion with Ning Fengzhi. The Body Sect could no longer remain so obscure. His focus from now on would likely be more on the Body Sect.
Furthermore, the pace of various events would be very fast from now on. Whether it was the Heaven Dou Palace Coup or the Sect's construction, it would probably be quite troublesome.
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