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By the time Liang Xiaoyu regained his senses, Guo Xiaoxu had clearly disappeared without a trace...
He couldn't help rolling his eyes and muttered, "This guy, why so impulsive? I hadn't even finished speaking and he's gone. Could he possibly have an ulterior motive?"
Of course, his words were said in jest; he had great trust in Guo Xiaoxu!
The Sect Leader must have thought the same, hence entrusting the task to her!
Liang Xiaoyu refocused his gaze and perked up, "Alright, what happens next has nothing to do with me, I should just keep a straight course..."
However, it was at that moment that one of the Tang Sect disciples hurried over, panic written all over his face, "Hall Master Liang, something terrible has happened, terrible!!"
Seeing this, Liang Xiaoyu spoke to comfort him, "Calm down a bit, I'm right here, what happened??"
"To report to Hall Master Liang, there seems to be an anomaly with our Tang Sect's Soul-guided Defensive Array System; the defense perimeter is rapidly contracting!"
Liang Xiaoyu exclaimed in shock, "What?? An anomaly? How is that possible!!"
Could someone have infiltrated the Tang Sect and sabotaged the Soul Array Defense System??
No, even a Limit Douluo level powerhouse would be unable to destroy it without knowing the core location, no matter how mighty the power they unleashed!
The disciple reaffirmed, "Hall Master Liang, what I just told you is the absolute truth. The other disciples are trying to slow the contraction, but the effect is negligible!"
"You should see it for yourself!"
Without the protection of the Soul-guided Defensive Array System, should the federation launch a God-killing soul-guided missile at the Spirit Pagoda, the Tang Sect would inevitably be caught in the crossfire!
Liang Xiaoyu forced himself to remain calm, "I understand. Have the other disciples stabilize the situation for now; I will report this to the Sect Leader immediately!"
Damn, just when the Sect Leader leaves, such a thing happens to the Tang Sect!
Is it a premeditated plan? Or did the Soul-guided Defensive Array System simply malfunction?
The disciple immediately gave a fist salute and said, "Yes, Hall Master Liang, I will head there now. Please make haste!"
After he left, Liang Xiaoyu took out a communication soul tool and dialed Zang Xin without hesitation...
However, although there was a ring, the call didn't connect...
In that moment, his expression subtly changed as he couldn't help but curse, "Damn it, what on earth is the Sect Leader doing that he won't even answer my call!!"
For a moment, he was at a loss, not knowing what to do!
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Sea God's Pavilion!
Cai Yue'er, looking at Zang Xin before her, voiced her confusion, "Sect Master Zang, may I ask the purpose of your visit?"
Ordinarily, apart from the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion, no one else had the right to enter the Sea God Pavilion!
But because the Tang Sect greatly assisted the reconstruction of Shrek Academy, an exception was made to allow the Sect Leader and the Hall Masters of the Tang Sect to enter!
Upon her words ending, the other Elders of the Sea God Pavilion also cast curious glances...
After all, it wasn't often that the Tang Sect Master personally visited Shrek Academy; today was a first!
Zang Xin pursed his lips, clarifying, "It's like this, I feel that there's something I should inform everyone at Shrek Academy about!"
He continued, "The defensive line jointly established by the Tang Sect and the federation has successfully expelled the Spirit Pagoda Members from the range of the God-killing soul-guided missile bombardment area!"
Upon hearing this, the Elders of the Sea God's Pavilion were somewhat bewildered...
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Expelling Spirit Pagoda members from the range of the Soul Array defensive system shouldn't have anything to do with Shrek Academy, right?
Why did Sect Master Zang make a point of mentioning this?
Zang Xin seemed to perceive what everyone was thinking and said again, "I know the elders may not understand, but put simply, this means the federation could bombard the Spirit Pagoda headquarters without affecting any innocent civilians and Soul Masters!"
Upon hearing this, the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion finally showed a look of sudden realization…
They had not realized that this was the true purpose of the other party's visit!
Tang Yinmeng was the first to press for details, "Sect Master Zang, are you saying you hope the federation will bomb the Spirit Pagoda headquarters?"
Zang Xin did not hide his thoughts, nodding in affirmation, "Yes, bombing the Spirit Pagoda at this moment is the best timing!"
No sooner had these words left his mouth than they were denied by Cai Yue'er, "Sect Master Zang, absolutely not, although bombing the Spirit Pagoda at a time like this won't affect innocent civilians and spirit stones, it also means that nearly sixty to seventy percent of the Soul Masters on the Douluo Continent will perish in this bombing!"
"If we want to attack the evil Soul Masters of the Douling Empire in the future, we'll be left with no Soul Masters to use!!"
Lan Muzi nodded in agreement, "Exactly, trying to contend with the evil Soul Masters with less than forty percent of the Soul Masters from the federation and various powers combined is almost certain to end in defeat!"
"Not to mention the presence of the Ghost Emperor, who can easily wipe out tens of thousands of people with a flick of his hand!!"
Despite the numerous Soul Masters in the federation, it's still no match for the Spirit Pagoda!!
Yuan En Zhentian also expressed his stance, "Sect Master Zang, this matter requires careful consideration, we absolutely cannot rashly bomb the Spirit Pagoda headquarters!"
He had just returned to the Sea God's Pavilion and witnessed the earlier scene!!
Zang Xin knew the elders had misunderstood him and emphasized once more, "Elders, there's no need to worry, the God-killing soul-guided missiles are held by the federation, and my Tang Sect cannot decide whether to bomb the Spirit Pagoda headquarters!"
"I merely put forth this suggestion and wanted to understand your thoughts!"
The Elders of the Sea God's Pavilion looked at each other and calmed down…
Only then did Cai Yue'er offer praise, "I see, we were overthinking it. After all, Sect Master Zang is wise and resourceful, how could you make a decision so hastily!"
Zang Xin merely responded with a smile, "Elder Cai flatters me too much!"
Cai Yue'er did not dwell on it and shifted the conversation, "However, there's one thing I don't quite understand!"
Zang Xin was perplexed but still maintained his composure, "Please speak, Elder Cai!"
She didn't beat around the bush and asked bluntly, "Since Sect Master Zang is so concerned about whether to bomb the Spirit Pagoda headquarters, why not go to the federation and discuss it with Hall Master Guan!"
"Wouldn't that be much more efficient?"
Zang Xin was taken aback, then echoed her sentiment, "Elder Cai is right. That was indeed my initial thought, but considering the special relationship between the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy and their proximity, I came here first to discuss the matter!"
Because of the special relationship between the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy, he naturally needed to consider them first!
Cai Yue'er understood his meaning and pursued further, "In that case... Sect Master Zang, are you planning to go to the federation next?"
Zang Xin took a deep breath, "Yes!"
"If the federation decides to bomb the Spirit Pagoda headquarters, the Tang Sect will not offer assistance, but will also not use the Soul-guided Defensive Array System to interfere!!"
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