Chapter 3322: Awakening

The War God opened his mouth and then said in a low voice, "Hall Master, I just didn't consider the situation thoroughly, failing to realize how many troubles were hidden within."

"However, if we don't figure out what secrets the Spirit Pagoda is hiding, our federation will be in a passive situation!"

If they are developing something like the Soul-guided Defensive Array System, then once it is successful, the federation's God-killing soul-guided missiles will be completely useless!

After all, if Tang Sect could develop it, a technically more powerful Spirit Pagoda surely could as well!

Guan Yue also glanced at him and then closed her eyes to ponder...

"You, immediately send someone to notify the Spirit Pagoda, telling them that our federation needs to enter the soul beast forest to test the newly developed soul weapons!"

The soul beast forest is not the property of the Spirit Pagoda—provided we produce a reasonable excuse, I believe that Gu Yuena won't be able to refuse outright!

If we can take this opportunity to enter, that would be the best outcome!

The former hesitated for a moment and quickly reminded, "Hall Master, with such a poor excuse, Gu Yuena will definitely see through our true purpose!"

Guan Yue interrupted him, "I'm well aware of that, but it's just to see what the Spirit Pagoda's attitude towards this matter is."

"If they would rather run the risk of deepening the conflict with the federation than back down, then we will have to take more extreme measures!"

The War God's pupils suddenly constricted, "You... What do you mean??"

Guan Yue sighed, "That's right, some necessary friction is inevitable to obtain information!"

"Of course, that's the last resort—I don't want to resort to that either!"

I have absolute confidence that the Spirit Pagoda won't start a war over this!

The War God clenched his teeth and said, "But..."

But Guan Yue wasn't interested in hearing more and cut him off, "Enough, just do as I said!"

The former had no choice but to comply, "Yes, Hall Master!"

"Although I know I have no right to say this, I still want to remind you, Hall Master, that your hostility towards the Spirit Pagoda is perhaps too great and has even affected your judgment!"

The current Hall Master Guan has changed too much compared to the past...

Although he himself might not notice, we, the War Gods who have followed him through many battles over the years, can clearly sense it!

Having said that, he turned and left...

Guan Yue rubbed her temples with a sense of helplessness, "It is not that my judgment is affected, but that facing someone like Gu Yuena, a moment of carelessness can lead to total defeat, even for a power like the federation!"

"In such times, we may need to resort to some extreme measures!"

Keep in mind, the federation had extended olive branches to Gu Yuena multiple times while she was still studying at Shrek Academy...

Regrettably, she ultimately chose the Spirit Pagoda and, within a few years, won the trust of the previous Pagoda Master with her own means, becoming the new Pagoda Master!

Therefore, I know all too well how difficult she is to deal with!

Thinking this, she shook her head, "If we really get down to it, it's the shortsightedness of the previous Hall Masters to blame; we should have poached her to our side at any cost!"

But now, talking about it is useless—Gu Yuena has already become the imagined enemy of the federation!

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"Cough cough..."

Guo Xiaoxu, lying on the bed with a pale face, emitted a weak cough...

Liang Xiaoyu suddenly awoke with a start and asked anxiously, "Hall Master Guo, are you awake? How do you feel?"

Since the former was sent to Tang Sect by Xie Xie, he no longer forced himself to stay awake, and immediately fell into a deep sleep...

Clearly, the injury was more serious than it appeared on the surface!

But waking up was a good sign!

Guo Xiaoxu, who had regained consciousness, shook his head and said, "I... I'm fine, my injury has mostly healed!"

After speaking, he tried to stand up, as he was not used to such embarrassing situations...

However, Liang Xiaoyu stopped him, frowning and saying, "Hall Master Guo, it's just me here; there's no need to push yourself!"

"The injury you sustained was very serious; if Xie Xie hadn't brought you here in time, I fear you would have been long gone!"

Hearing this, Guo Xiaoxu did not argue, but lay back down...

Then he asked, "Where is Xie Xie?"

"He saved me this time; I haven't had the chance to thank him properly!"

Liang Xiaoyu sighed and responded, "Xie Xie has left; it seems he wants to go to the soul beast forest alone to investigate the situation!"

Guo Xiaoxu's eyes widened in shock as he exclaimed, "What? Is he crazy? How can he possibly be a match for the Thousand Demon King all by himself?"

Even I almost died at the hands of the enemy; there's no way Xie Xie could win alone!

Liang Xiaoyu pressed his lips together, reluctant to say it, but he still needed to make the situation clear...

"Hall Master Guo, do you have some misunderstanding about your own strength?"

"Xie Xie is now a Limit Douluo-level powerhouse, just like the Sect Leader; he has long surpassed our generation!"

"Although the Thousand Demon King with its three hundred thousand years of cultivation is powerful, facing him, it's already lucky if it doesn't get slain. There's no need to worry!"

Guo Xiaoxu's eyes held a trace of disarray before he let out a wry smile, "Hall Master Liang, you... you're right. We've gotten old, no longer useful..."

"The Thousand Demon King could easily kill me, but might not necessarily be a match for Xie Xie!"

Liang Xiaoyu blinked in surprise and said, "Eh, Hall Master Guo, those are not the kind of words I'd expect from your character. Is your head all right?"

Guo Xiaoxu was known for his indomitable spirit, and yet this time, he was acknowledging his own limits!

Guo Xiaoxu, sensing the jest in the words, retorted, "Hmph, don't make fun of me. After this battle, I have truly recognized the extent of my strength!"

"Even though I'm a Hall Master of Tang Sect, I no longer count among the Continent's top combat forces!"

Liang Xiaoyu patted his shoulder, "It's good that Hall Master Guo can see the true extent of his strength!"

But the next second, Guo Xiaoxu clenched his teeth and said, "It's just that I feel a bit unwilling. That kid from back then has now far surpassed me in strength!"

Liang Xiaoyu was somewhat speechless, "Hey... why are you competing with the kids? Besides, Xie Xie is also half a Tang Sect member. The stronger he is, the happier we should be!"

Guo Xiaoxu waved his hand dismissively, "That may be true… Forget it, let's pretend I never said anything. If it weren't for him, I'd probably be keeping Zhao Chong company by now!"

Liang Xiaoyu muttered under his breath, "You could go now..."

Guo Xiaoxu rolled his eyes, "Get lost. How can I face going down there before seeing Tang Sect rise again?"

Seeing this, Liang Xiaoyu also stood up, "It seems you've already bounced back. Rest well for this period; I should be going now!"

"There are still many affairs in the Tang Sect waiting for me to handle; I managed to get away for a moment just to see you!"

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