Chapter 184: Tang San Acknowledges His Father, Dugu Feng Meets Xiong Ba Again
Liu Erlong stared coldly at the kneeling Tang San. That expression of remorse and guilt made her doubt whether she might have wronged him.
But Tang San's performance didn't end there.
With reddened eyes, he threw his arms around Yu Xiaogang. "Teacher, you've lived a lonely life, never married, no children. For the last eight years, you've poured all your heart into me.
You've cared for me even more than my own father has. In my heart, you and my father share the same place.
Father, please accept my bow!
From today, I will be your son. Allow me to serve and honor you. The deaths of Yu Tianheng and Yu Tianxin were my mistakes. I will treat the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan as my own family."
Tang San prostrated himself, knocking his forehead against the ground three times.
His action shocked everyone—Liu Erlong, Yu Xiaogang, and Flender all froze where they stood.
Yu Xiaogang stood stunned once again. The emotional ups and downs he had endured in a single day were beyond measure—Yu Tianxin's death, Liu Erlong's accusations, and now Tang San's kneeling!
It was overwhelming.
His body swayed as if ready to collapse, and if not for Flender's quick support, he might have fainted again from sheer emotion.
Stepping forward, Yu Xiaogang raised his trembling hands and gently cupped Tang San's face. Tears streamed down his cheeks.
He had always been a man filled with both pride and deep inferiority.
Ever since childhood, when his mutated spirit left him with only half a rank of innate power, he had suffered scorn and cold eyes from his clan.
Yet, in Spirit Hall, he had once gained the admiration of its saintess—Bibi Dong.
That had made Yu Xiaogang proud; winning the affection of such a woman had given him a sense of triumph no cultivation breakthrough could match.
Later, with the knowledge gained from Spirit Hall, his fame spread across the continent. He became the respected "Grandmaster," growing ever prouder.
But following his separation from Bibi Dong and the tragic end of his relationship with Liu Erlong, Yu Xiaogang was forced to face reality—he was still that same subpar spirit master with a miserable half rank of innate power.
Until Tang San appeared. Then, Yu Xiaogang felt his spring return.
Tang San was heaven's gift to him—a perfect genius with twin martial souls, full innate power, and the son of the Haotian Douluo himself.
And Tang San never disappointed him.
Slowly, Yu Xiaogang poured all his hopes and pride into the boy. Tang San became his second chance at glory.
Now, Tang San had just acknowledged him as father—Yu Xiaogang was utterly moved. For the first time in his life, he had a son.
"Good child! My good child!"
Yu Xiaogang's body trembled uncontrollably as he wept bitterly.
In a world where bloodlines and family were sacred, Tang San's act of calling his master "father" was extraordinary, even shocking.
Liu Erlong finally fell silent.
Flender's face softened with deep satisfaction. "What a good child… such a respectful, devoted student."
Peace gradually returned to the scene.
Meanwhile, the man who had unknowingly set all these events in motion—Dugu Feng—had no idea such drama had unfolded behind the scenes.
But one thing he was certain of: Yu Tianxin's death would have far-reaching consequences across the continent.
At the very least, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan stood isolated now.
By this time, Yu Yuanzhen was likely already rushing to Spirit City.
Dugu Feng had secretly met with Old Nine, instructing him to monitor the Blue Lightning Clan's movements and Spirit Hall's response.
As for Dugu Feng, his attention turned back toward the ongoing Spirit Master Tournament.
Yu Tianxin's death hadn't halted the competition.
People's thirst for thrill and combat was unending; the arenas were still packed to capacity every day.
Gemstone Academy continued its triumphant streak, securing consecutive victories. No academy had managed to stop them yet.
Their opponents included both Tianshui Academy and Blazing Fire Academy.
The team—composed of Ning Rongrong, Old Snake, Zhang Jingyang, and others—boasted five Spirit Ancestors, enhanced further by Ning Rongrong's terrifying auxiliary power.
Even the famous Tianshui and Blazing Fire Academies tasted defeat at their hands.
When facing Tianshui's graceful women and Blazing Fire's fiery Huo Wu, Old Snake showed no mercy.
To him, they were all just competitors.
His reputation skyrocketed, making him the most popular spirit master in Gemstone Academy after Ning Rongrong herself.
With his cold expression and deadly precision, his phosphorous poison skill struck ruthlessly no matter the opponent. His small frame, explosive speed, and lightning-like attacks captured endless admiration, especially among female spectators.
That day, Dugu Feng left the Great Spirit Arena in high spirits.
Gemstone Academy's twenty-one consecutive victories had placed them first in the rankings. Only one suspense remained—their battle against Godwind Academy.
Godwind had suffered only one loss, to Blazing Fire, placing them second with twenty wins and one defeat.
The organizing committee, knowing how to build drama, scheduled this decisive clash as the very last match a week later.
Dugu Feng and Ning Rongrong walked down the bustling city street together.
"Guest Elder!"
A sharp voice pierced his ear like a crack of thunder.
Dugu Feng froze—the message was transmitted directly into his mind.
Guest Elder… that title had only ever been used by the Slaughter King in the City of Slaughter.
After obtaining the domain of slaughter, Dugu Feng had returned there once. The Slaughter King had personally called him the City's honorary Guest Elder.
He glanced around instinctively. The marketplace buzzed with life—shouting vendors, endless crowds… nothing seemed out of place.
"I'm Xiong Ba, waiting in the teahouse's second floor. Please, Guest Elder, come and speak with me."
The voice came again.
Dugu Feng composed himself quickly. Turning to the girl beside him, he said, "I'm going to meet an old friend at the teahouse. You should head back to the hotel first."
"What old friend? Can't I come?" Ning Rongrong pouted. They had been inseparable recently, hardly apart for a moment.
"Listen to me. Go first," Dugu Feng said firmly, giving her a meaningful look.
She caught the warning in his eyes and, sensing something serious, reluctantly agreed.
Dugu Feng strode toward the nearby teahouse at once.
So Xiong Ba had come to Heaven Dou City.
He vividly remembered the huge, barrel-chested man. After Dugu Feng had used the Phantom Thousand Machine Poison to kill Tang Cheng, Xiong Ba had smartly defected to the City of Slaughter.
Could this visit be an order from the Slaughter King himself?
Following the direction of the telepathic voice, Dugu Feng reached a quiet private room on the second floor.
A silk screen stood between the tables, giving the room a sense of privacy.
Behind it, Dugu Feng immediately spotted Xiong Ba.
The burly man wore a tight black uniform, his hair cropped short and standing upright. Two deep scars slashed across his cheek, lending him a ferocious appearance.
At Dugu Feng's entrance, Xiong Ba rose abruptly. His two-meter-tall frame and wide shoulders loomed like a mountain.
"Guest Elder, you've come," Xiong Ba said respectfully. "I was ordered by the Slaughter King to inquire about the progress of your agreement with him."
His tone was serious, tinged with reverence.
The memory of Dugu Feng's dominance in the City of Slaughter was still vivid in Xiong Ba's mind.
He knew well—this man was not someone whose power could be measured by mere spirit level.
When Dugu Feng entered the City of Slaughter, he had only been a Grandmaster-class spirit master.
Now, he was a Spirit Ancestor.
And Xiong Ba could no longer fathom the depths of his strength.
(END CHAPTER)
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