nagpurpolice Chapter 85 The Tang Sect's Douluo Tournament is About to Be Held
Chapter 85 The Tang Sect's Douluo Tournament is About to Be Held
Chapter 85 The Tang Sect's Douluo Tournament is about to begin (Three chapters today, please subscribe)
I'd rather kill my third and seventh uncles than not protect my grandfather.
After making her decision, Tang Feiyan's entire demeanor changed drastically.
She was originally full of competence, shrewdness, and the compromises common to businessmen.
Even in the worst-case scenario, all she wanted was to protect her grandfather.
This will not work.
What Zhao Jing wanted was absolute control over the Tang Clan, and even to eliminate all other forces within the Tang Clan.
Only the Tang Clan of the princelings is a good Tang Clan.
So he didn't tell the truth.
Tang Kun is very likely fishing.
Let other forces jump out and launch another attack.
This is a common tactic used by those in positions of power—feigning illness.
Once someone steps forward, strike with lightning speed.
If Tang Kun really fails in the future, no one else will dare to step forward, giving the successor ample time.
Unaware of the situation, Tang Feiyan made a decision to rely on the Eastern Palace and the Crown Prince's faction.
Zhao Jing helped Tang Feiyan up and said solemnly again, "Miss Tang, you should think it over carefully."
"The Eastern Palace has fallen. If you choose to surrender to the Eldest Princess, I will not blame you."
Your Highness!
How could you say such a thing?
Lin Fengxue and Bao'er were anxious, but Tang Feiyan smiled and said, "Your Highness, there's no need to test me."
"Now, my grandfather's lineage, including mine, has a close relationship with the Crown Prince."
"Since the Crown Prince intends to retaliate, even if we grovel, Her Highness will not feel at ease."
"We are all remnants of the enemy, so let's fight it out."
"The Tang family knows the Tang family; Third Uncle and the others will never show mercy."
"They will definitely choose to inform on them in order to gain the support of the eldest princess."
"Third Uncle didn't know the fireworks shop was a spy, but they knew that Grandpa had a partnership with the Crown Prince."
It's okay to keep this from others, but you can't hide it from your own people.
Moreover, Tang Kun had no intention of hiding it.
He was already trying to bring in the power of the princelings to suppress the ambitions of the other two factions.
Tang Kun's third brother, Tang Qian, was determined to join the imperial court and fight the Heavenly Demon Sect to the end.
It wasn't because of his loyalty and righteousness, but because he wanted to take the opportunity to control the Tang Clan's fighting strength.
Tang Zhen allied with the Luo family, the largest family in Sichuan, with the aim of becoming the head of the family.
Tang Kun controls the family's largest business, the most combat power, and holds the greatest profits.
This greatly displeased his two younger brothers.
After learning about the situation in Yujing, Tang Feiyan no longer had any expectations for her two uncles.
She smiled and said, "Besides, I trust Your Highness."
Zhao Jing was somewhat confused: "Trust me?"
Tang Feiyan smiled charmingly: "Yes, I already possess the Silver Bone and have cultivated it to the True Essence Realm."
"That's why we've undergone such a complete transformation today."
"Your Highness should be too, right?"
Zhao Jing found it strange; could it be that she was in the same boat?
It's strange that both of them are mortals and intend to support each other.
Zhao Jing nodded and said, "That's right. I have condensed my iron bones and cultivated true essence. Soon I will advance to the innate realm and become a grandmaster."
Tang Feiyan didn't think Zhao Jing was exaggerating, but replied confidently, "I believe Your Highness can do it."
Perhaps His Highness has forgotten.
I once asked Your Highness, what use is learning these things if one has no martial spirit?
His Highness replied, "Of course it's useful."
"The bombs will become increasingly powerful."
"Even a strong person with martial bones can be killed by someone with ordinary bones."
Tang Feiyan couldn't help but ask, "But these are all external forces."
"Great power originates from within; what can mere mortal bones do?"
Zhao Jing casually replied, "Taoism has its Mysterious Pearl, Buddhism has its Relics, and Confucianism has its Secret Methods. As long as you're willing to find a way, you can become a martial artist too."
"Regardless of external or internal forces, anything that can make you stronger is a good thing."
"Killing with fists is a skill, killing with explosives is despicable. There's no such logic to that."
"In this world, nothing is impossible, and nothing is unacceptable."
Tang Feiyan remembers Zhao Jing to this day, regards him as her mentor, and purchases the Silver Mystic Pearl with the highest probability of success to consume.
This Silver Mystic Pearl is said to be a top-grade product refined by the Beichen Palace, with a 60% chance of being worth a try.
Master Tang purchased the Silver Pearl at a high price and gifted it to his granddaughter.
Tang Feiyan took it without hesitation.
"Your Highness, please bless me so I may succeed!"
The once delicate girl, while consuming the Silver Pearl, recalled the lazy boy in class.
Both the boy and the girl came from powerful and wealthy families; one was a grandson of the emperor, and the other was the eldest daughter of the Tang Clan.
The result was that they were all ordinary people.
Tang Feiyan has always been insecure and is nothing like the capable and confident person she is now.
She could only contribute to her family by researching thunderbolts, especially since her parents died early, leaving her feeling helpless.
Grandpa liked her very much and often took her to learn Tang Clan hidden weapons, so that even with ordinary bones, she could protect herself.
Until she went to Yujing and met the young man who was also a mortal.
The persuasion of others was useless, because they all had martial spirit; only Zhao Jing's persuasion opened their hearts.
Even ordinary people can be this confident.
Tang Feiyan wanted to be like Zhao Jing, so she chose to take the Xuanzhu without hesitation.
The result was a happy one for everyone.
She succeeded.
With a 60% probability, a complete transformation will be achieved.
Tang Feiyan not only gained the cultivation of the True Essence Realm, but also changed her appearance and gained confidence.
Therefore, she always wanted to return to Yujing to pay her respects to His Highness the Imperial Grandson.
I never expected to meet you again today.
As expected, His Highness the Imperial Grandson also developed martial talent and achieved the cultivation level of the True Essence Realm.
We start from the same starting line and work together.
This is Tang Feiyan's wish.
Seeing Zhao Jing's bewildered expression, she revealed a sly smile: "Because Your Highness goes to school with me, when the Eastern Palace restores order, the Tang Clan will definitely benefit the most."
"I am a merchant, and I aim to make a hundredfold profit."
"This is a case of 'rare commodities being hoarded'!"
"I don't have much money at the moment, about one million taels, which I can give to Your Highness."
If we were to describe Tu Su's personality, it would be more like that of an accountant, someone who is solely focused on keeping accounts.
Tang Feiyan's personality is even more forthright; she is a wealthy left-wing businessman.
She wants to earn back a hundred times the profit from one million taels of silver.
Zhao Jing smiled and said, "Absolutely."
"There will be many businesses in the future that need to be handed over to Miss Tang."
At this moment, Tang Feiyan suddenly approached, blinking her eyes as if she were sizing up Zhao Jing.
She was tall, similar in stature to Zhao Jing.
The two suddenly drew closer and could feel each other's breath.
What do you want to do?
I must protect Your Highness!
Bao'er was immediately agitated, her claws already poised to strike.
Although the two are not together.
At this moment, Tang Feiyan took a step back and smiled like a silver bell: "My name is Tang Feiyan. Your Highness does not need to call me Miss Tang. You can just call me Feiyan."
"Please give your orders, Your Highness."
Zhao Jing didn't mind this little trick; it was only natural that the other party was willing to risk their life to gain a little intimacy.
Bao'er was secretly angry.
Zhao Jing smiled and said, "Alright, Fei Yan."
"I must maintain order in the Tang Clan. If Sect Leader Tang Kun truly meets with misfortune, who should be chosen to become the new sect leader?"
The Tang Clan has three Grandmaster-level experts. If something happens to Tang Kun, will anyone from his lineage be able to take his place?
Although Tang Feiyan is quite good, her cultivation level is ultimately too low to win over the masses.
More importantly, the eldest princess violated the patriarchal system in Yujing, which is the point Zhao Jing intends to attack her on.
We cannot go against this political theory ourselves.
Tang Feiyan answered decisively, "Yes!"
"My fourth uncle, Tang Ning, has the cultivation level of a half-step Grandmaster."
"He has always worked for his grandfather and is the successor his grandfather favored."
"As long as Your Highness supports Tang Ning at the conference, it will be difficult for Third Uncle and Seventh Uncle to cause any trouble."
"I am in a hurry to return to headquarters because I want to participate in the Douluo Conference and prevent them from taking advantage of my grandfather's serious illness to do whatever they want."
ha?
What do you mean, "will"?
Zhao Jing's expression hardened, and he asked, "What is this Douluo Tournament—"
Tang Feiyan quickly explained, "Your Highness, the Tang Clan and the Heavenly Demon Sect are irreconcilable enemies. Whenever there is an important event in the clan, a grand meeting is held, which the clan calls the Demon-Fighting Conference."
"Because the Heavenly Demon Sect is also known as the Luo Sect and has a close relationship with the Luo family, it was later called the Douluo Tournament."
"However, Seventh Uncle was dissatisfied with this and suggested changing it to a family meeting."
"Whenever there is a major event in the family, a Tang decree will be issued to convene a grand assembly."
"The conference was organized by the ten elders who were responsible for drafting the rules, as well as the opposition and supporters. They gathered people and decided the winner through three rounds of competition."
"The three competitions are about hidden weapons, poison, and martial arts."
"Now that Grandpa is ill, they will definitely take the opportunity to propose a change of sect leader."
"As long as Third Uncle and Seventh Uncle join forces, victory in martial arts is assured."
"It is I who need the assistance of a grandmaster sent by the Crown Prince."
Tang Feiyan glanced at the Dragon Tower, feeling extremely fortunate.
The Grandmasters in the Eastern Palace must be very strong.
Your Highness has a grandmaster pulling your cart; you're invincible!
Unfortunately, she misunderstood.
The Dragon Tower is only good for showing off; when you encounter a true master, you can't beat anyone.
Zhao Jing immediately coughed and said, "Wait a minute."
"Can outsiders participate in the family competition?"
Tang Feiyan smiled and said, "Logically, that's not possible, but I can take on the role of my grandfather in accepting disciples. If they become core disciples, they can change their surname to Tang."
"Of course, this is just superficial."
"Third Uncle and Seventh Uncle have played this game quite often too."
Changing one's surname to Tang is the highest honor bestowed by the Tang Clan upon its members who are not of the same surname.
If aristocratic families want to compete with sects, they must recruit more talented people; otherwise, they will gradually weaken within one or two generations.
However, once a loophole is opened up, someone will inevitably take advantage of it.
Tang Feiyan was no innocent child, and she immediately came up with this idea.
Zhao Jing just smiled and said, "Feiyan, haven't you thought about this one thing?"
"Why should they obediently follow the rules of the conference?"
The eldest princess can use the Xuanwu Gate inheritance law and the Tang Sect's Douluo Tournament, and she can still honestly follow the rules and regulations.
You're too naive.
Tang Feiyan was speechless on the spot: "This—"
Compared to the struggles within the royal family, the Tang family's previous conflicts all seemed rather gentle and affectionate.
Tang Feiyan suddenly smelled a strong stench of blood.
Was I right to do this?
Zhao Jing offered a comforting word: "You need to be mentally prepared."
"This conference may be very bloody. I don't want to kill many people. I'd like to resolve this peacefully."
Zhao Jing also planned to use the Heavenly Fate Bone to perform a small divination, but he could not get an answer.
Event 1: The Tang Clan's family assembly, a bloodbath ensued (————, ————)
There's no way to do divination.
The Heavenly Fate Bone resonated twice, seemingly telling Zhao Jing something.
This is a matter of fate, and cannot be measured.
What is a fateful event?
With a large number of people involved, and the changing ideas of different people, different outcomes can occur.
After all, Zhao Jing was also a participant, which led to an unstable probability situation.
This is different from alchemy.
When Zhao Jing refines pills, he follows a fixed formula and a fixed process, and the probability is always the same.
Therefore, he couldn't know where the event would go, but he could vaguely sense that the probability of bloodshed was higher.
Tang Feiyan took a deep breath: "I will follow Your Highness's instructions."
"Then let's set off for Chongqing."