In the heart of the City of Slaughter, where death and darkness reign, Tang San stood firm in the testing arena. Having successfully passed the Fifth Trial of the God of Strategy, the air around him was charged with intensity, power, and a deadly aura. The appearance surrounding him, with its cold eyes and sharp features, was a manifestation of the pain and challenges he had endured. The city that had tested him with its harsh methods had forged his character, making him a ruthless and powerful warrior.
Suddenly, Tang Hao, Tang San's father, appeared, showing signs of old wounds that had never fully healed. He had lost his hand long ago and walked with measured steps, as if each step told the story of the pain he had endured over the years. Despite it all, he was proud of his son, and his eyes conveyed immense pride.
Tang Hao approached his son with slow steps and addressed him in a calm but firm voice, "Well done, Tang San. You have shown immense courage and strength in the Fifth Trial of the God of Strategy."
Tang San looked at his father, his eyes filled with gratitude and respect, saying, "Thank you, Father. I wouldn't have made it here without your help and support."
Tang Hao smiled at that but soon his expression turned serious, and he said, "Tang San, you cannot become stronger if you stay here. You need to go somewhere else to enhance your strength. I want you to go to the Sea God Island. There, you will be able to significantly strengthen your power, and you can also take your friends with you."
Tang San listened to his father's words, realizing that his progress had slowed compared to before. He knew that merely staying in the city would not provide the challenges necessary for growth. He quickly understood his father's request; the goal was not just to enhance his individual strength but also to deepen his relationship with his friends, who, although still in their early stages, might play a role in supporting him when it came time to face the Spirit Hall.
Tang San thought of his friend Zhu Qing. It had been years since their last meeting, and he blamed himself for leaving her alone when he went to the City of Slaughter. Now, he saw this journey as a suitable opportunity to rekindle their relationship and strengthen their bond.
But suddenly, a painful memory swept over him. He recalled what his father had told him about Xiao Wu's disappearance. It was a bitter loss; Xiao Wu, whom he believed had vanished without a trace, had been killed by Uchiha Enlil, who sought to obtain her Spirit Ring. This shocking truth ignited a fire of vengeance in Tang San's heart.
His face grew cold, and a deadly aura surrounded him, reflecting the repressed anger. The truth he had discovered was like a thunderbolt that shook his very being, and his only goal now was to eliminate Enlil, who had caused Xiao Wu's death, and avenge her with all his might.
As Tang San was immersed in his anger, Tang Hao interrupted him with a stern voice, "Tang San, don't let your emotions carry you away. You need to regain your composure now. It's time to start preparing for departure. You must leave the city today and head to the Sea God Island."
Tang San regained some calm thanks to his father's words and realized he should not drown in his anger. He knew that indulging in anger would deteriorate his ability to focus and make sound decisions. He needed to concentrate clearly on his next mission, which was to become stronger before thinking about revenge.
So he asked his father, "Father, where can I find the rest of them?" He asked his father because searching for them himself would take a lot of time.
His father replied, "Don't worry. I had some people in the city search for them a while ago just in case, and we found their locations except for someone named Oscar, who is said to be missing," he said with concern.
Tang San was surprised when he heard this and for a moment thought he had been killed after recalling what happened with Xiao Wu. However, he thought again and remembered that Oscar's spirit was just a mimic and not a spirit beast like Xiao Wu, so he couldn't have been killed. He set aside his worry and thought that he might have gone somewhere to train.
Tang San asked his father, "So, Father, where can I find the rest of my friends? If I have to search for them alone, it will take a long time."
Tang Hao reassured him, "Don't worry. I had some people in the city search for them a while ago, and we found their locations except for someone named Oscar, who is said to be missing."
Tang San was surprised when he heard this, and for a moment thought he had been killed after recalling what happened with Xiao Wu. But he thought again and remembered that Oscar's spirit was just a mimic and not a spirit beast like Xiao Wu, so he couldn't have been killed. He set aside his worry and thought that he might have gone somewhere to train.
Tang San said, "Okay, Father, can you send a message to them asking them to gather at a place near the Sea God Island?"
Tang Hao waved his hand and said, "Don't worry, it will only take a few days. But I want you to add something to the message that will let them know it was sent by you."
Tang San nodded and mentioned something to his father that only he and his friends knew. Then he packed his belongings and began preparing to leave. He would head to the city indicated on the map his father had given him, where he would meet his friends before proceeding to the Sea God Island.