Douluo Continent: Reforging the Glory of Haotian - The Golden Dragon Haotian

Inside the conference hall of Haotian Sect.

Tang Xiao, Tang Hao, Tang Wei, and Tang Kun all fixed their gazes on the Douluo Continent map.

After the funeral, the Haotian Sect entered a period of intense preparation for the relocation.

But deciding where to move them proved to be a difficult problem for everyone.

Looking at the map of Douluo Continent, Tang Wei suggested:

"How about moving north?"

"The far north is bitterly cold and sparsely populated, making it difficult for the Spirit Hall's forces to penetrate."

"That's not appropriate." Tang Kun shook his head. "The environment in the far north is harsh and resources are scarce, which is not conducive to the cultivation of sect disciples, let alone future development."

"We are not going into seclusion, but to recuperate and prepare for the future."

"What about the West?" Tang Hao suddenly asked. "The western region of the Heaven Dou Empire is remote and sparsely populated. Moreover, it is far from Spirit City, so the Spirit Hall's control is relatively weak there."

Tang Xiao's eyes lit up: "The West... is indeed an option."

Tang Xiao glanced at the map, his finger finally landing on a single point.

"Mo City".

Everyone crowded closer to take a closer look.

Mo City is located in the Barak Kingdom in the southwest of the Tiandou Empire, bordering the Xingluo Empire, at the crossroads of the two great empires.

"Mo City..." Tang Xiao pondered.

"When my brother Hao and I traveled across the mainland, we passed through there."

"The city is not large, but its geographical location is excellent for us."

"Because Mo City is adjacent to the Star Dou Great Forest, the terrain there is complex, with many mountains and forests, and the transportation is inconvenient. The power of Soul Masters is also very weak, and the branch of the Spirit Hall is only a symbolic existence."

"Moreover, we are backed by the Star Dou Great Forest, which is rich in spirit beast resources. Also, if we face retaliation from the Spirit Hall in the future, we can retreat to the Star Dou Great Forest."

"In normal times, we can also send our sect disciples to the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest to train and improve their combat experience, without having to fear retaliation from the Spirit Hall."

For others, Mo City might be dangerous, after all, it is adjacent to the Star Dou Great Forest, and it would be difficult to deal with if it were attacked by a beast tide one day.

But the Haotian Sect is not afraid. The beast tide is just a way for them to receive soul rings and soul bones. After all, the oldest soul beasts in the beast tides that have appeared so far are only ten thousand years old.

"More importantly," Tang Xiao added, "Mo City is located at the border of the two countries and has a strong trade attribute. Two trade routes converge here, one leading to the Tiandou Empire and the other connecting to the Xingluo Empire."

"If we can establish a foothold there, we can not only develop covertly, but also accumulate resources through trade."

After speaking, Tang Xiao looked up at everyone.

What do you guys think of this place?

Listening to Tang Xiao's analysis, everyone nodded in agreement; it was indeed a good geographical location.

"Since everyone agrees, let's go with Mo City then," Tang Xiao decided.

"Elder, immediately select reliable personnel to go to Mo City to investigate, draw up a detailed map, and explore the distribution of local forces."

"Understood." Tang Wei nodded solemnly. "I will personally select three Soul Saint deacons skilled in concealment and reconnaissance to go there, and they will send back detailed intelligence within ten days."

"Second Elder," Tang Xiao turned to his second uncle, "you are responsible for taking stock of the sect's existing resources and formulating a detailed relocation plan."

Tang Kun nodded solemnly: "Sect Master, rest assured, this matter concerns the survival of the sect, and I will do my utmost."

"Tang Hao..." Tang Xiao looked at his younger brother, his voice softening, "You just broke through to the Title Douluo level and have experienced a series of battles, so your realm is not yet stable."

"You will stay in the back mountain for the next few days to cultivate in seclusion and make sure you thoroughly digest that 100,000-year-old soul ring before the migration."

"You must remember your father's last words. The road ahead is long, and you need to be stronger."

Tang Hao was silent for a moment, then slowly nodded: "I understand, brother."

His voice was low and hoarse, and there were still bloodshot eyes, but the crazy killing intent had settled into a cold glint.

Tang Xiao saw this and sighed inwardly.

He knew how deep his brother's pain was, but now was not the time to wallow in grief. The Haotian Sect needed Tang Hao, the most outstanding genius in a century, to support the future.

"Meeting adjourned." Tang Xiao waved his hand. "Go and prepare yourselves. We'll discuss the next steps after the reconnaissance team sends back a report."

The three bowed and took their leave.

Tang Xiao remained alone in the conference hall, his gaze once again fixed on the map, remaining silent for a long time.

Outside the window, night was deepening.

-

In the interrogation room, Tang Wei's face was ashen.

In the past few days, he secretly investigated all the disciples and stewards who had recently left the sect and had contact with the outside world, and finally focused on Lin Yan, the outer sect steward.

"Tell me, what benefits did the Spirit Hall give you?"

Lin Yan knelt on the ground, trembling all over: "Elder, spare my life... It was the Spirit Hall that captured my son and threatened him with his life... I... I had no choice..."

"Unavoidable?" Tang Wei sneered. "Then do you know that because of your 'unavoidable' actions, the sect lost 137 disciples in battle? More than 200 were seriously injured? The old sect leader's old wounds flared up, and he died with resentment in his heart?"

Hearing Tang Wei's icy tone, Lin Yan turned ashen-faced and collapsed to the ground.

Seeing Lin Yan's state, Tang Wei didn't hold back.

With a single palm strike, the steward died before he could even scream, blood flowing from all seven orifices.

Silence returned to the interrogation room, leaving only the heavy smell of blood.

Tang Wei walked out of the interrogation room, looked up at the sky, and let out a long sigh.

"Pass on the order," he said to the disciples guarding the door. "All non-family disciples and those who have joined the sect for less than twenty years are to be expelled. Those who wish to stay must undergo three rounds of screening and swear a blood oath before they can remain in the sect."

"This..." The disciple looked troubled. "Elder, if we do this, the sect's manpower will probably be..."

"Better to have none than something of poor quality." Tang Wei said firmly, "The Haotian Sect cannot afford a second betrayal."

The news caused a huge uproar within the sect.

Nearly two-thirds of the outer disciples and stewards were dismissed, including some quite powerful Soul Masters. Some left in anger, while others pleaded desperately, but Tang Wei was determined and refused to make any exceptions.

Inside the Haotian Sect's meeting hall.

"Sect Master, we've dealt with the disciples within the sect. What should we do with the affiliated clans?"

"Especially how should we deal with the four single-attribute families?" Tang Kun asked.

This question silenced both Tang Xiao and Tang Wei, as the other affiliated sects were dispensable to the Haotian Sect.

However, the four single-attribute families—Strength, Agility, Defense, and Breakthrough—have followed the Haotian Sect for decades and are the sect's most solid peripheral forces.

Whether or not to take them with them on this migration has become a thorny problem.

"Their loyalty is beyond doubt. If it weren't for the intelligence provided by the Min clan, the Haotian Sect might have suffered even greater losses," Tang Wei spoke first.

"But the migration is too risky. The more people there are, the bigger the target becomes. Moreover, they each have their own tribal lands and properties, and they may not be willing to give up everything to come with us."

"But if we don't take them, it's like abandoning allies who have followed us for years." Tang Kun frowned. "If word gets out, everyone will say that the Haotian Sect is heartless and ruthless. Who will dare to rely on us in the future?"

The two looked at Tang Xiao.

Tang Xiao pondered for a long time before slowly saying, "I will personally discuss this matter with the patriarchs of the four clans. If they are willing to go together, the Haotian Sect will certainly not let them down."

After all, most of the disciples of the Haotian Sect's main clan intermarried with disciples of the four single-attribute clans, making them in-laws. For example, his mother came from the Min clan.

Moreover, the four clans with single attributes are not weak in their own strength, and they also have a strong uniqueness.

The Power Clan excels at forging.

The Royal Clan excels at building defensive structures.

The Po clan is skilled in alchemy and poison making.

The Min clan excels at intelligence gathering.

Therefore, unless absolutely necessary, the Haotian Sect is unwilling to abandon the four clans with a single attribute.