For a long while, the disciples of the Tang Sect came back to their senses, their hearts still racing as they said, "Did I see that wrong? A mighty Soul Sage actually coughed up blood from the shock of that Divine Artifact and even fainted!"
"One can only imagine just how terrifying the might it unleashed was!!"
"Damn it, I was thinking of trying it myself, but now it seems that this Divine Artifact is very dangerous!!"
Sima Jinchi was also dumbfounded and rubbed his eyes, saying, "My goodness, has this Divine Artifact become sentient?!"
Long Yuxue's beautiful eyes narrowed, "According to historical records, Divine Artifacts usually choose their owners. Once successful, unless the host dies, no one else can use it. This is the biggest difference from ordinary weapons!"
This was also her first time seeing a legendary Divine Artifact!
Jiang Wuyue said enviously, "Indeed, how could it be deemed a Divine Artifact if it weren't special!"
Tang Wulin let out a light laugh and then, under the watchful eyes of the Tang Sect disciples, he walked over to the front of the Sea God's Trident and reached out to pick it up...
The whole process met with no resistance...
After stroking it slowly, he said, "Sorry to have kept you waiting."
The Sea God's Trident seemed to sense his emotions and let out a "humming" sound...
This scene immediately elicited shouts from the crowd...
"Who is this guy? Why can he pick up this Divine Artifact so easily? And without any rejection!"
"Do you even need to ask? That Divine Artifact originally belongs to him! Otherwise, he would definitely have been knocked out like that previous guy!"
"Look at his age, he's not much different from us. Why does he get to have a Divine Artifact? Damn it!!!"
Seeing that things were amiss, Zhao Chong, who had been keeping an eye on the situation, immediately scolded, "Silence, all Tang Sect disciples, disperse immediately!!!"
In an instant, the Tang Sect disciples, under his imposing authority, scattered...
Only then did Zhao Chong come up to Tang Wulin and asked with concern, "Kid, how's your recovery going?"
His tone was more than twice as kind as when they first met!
Tang Wulin nodded slightly, "Returning to Hall Master Zhao, my recovery has gone quite well, only, I don't know where the Tang Sect's forging table is? I feel that it's time to complete the second trial!"
Zhao Chong frowned slightly, reminding him, "Your second trial is to complete a Three-Word Battle Armor within two weeks, and you only have one chance. Are you...confident?"
The corners of Tang Wulin's mouth lifted slightly, "Hall Master Zhao, you must not underestimate me!"
Having said that, he took out a silver-glowing Eighth Grade Forging Master Badge from his storage soul tool!
Seeing this, Zhao Chong's eyes widened in shock, "An... an Eighth Grade Forging Master Badge, kid... you have such a strong talent in forging too!"
Seeing his reaction, Jiang Wuyue said proudly, "Of course, Wulin used to make a living by forging for others when he first joined the Blood God Army!"
Ling Wuyue chimed in, "That's right, the Three-Word Battle Armor I'm wearing was personally crafted by Wulin, far stronger than a regular Three-Word Battle Armor!"
Aruheng lamented, "I didn't even know about this. Disciple brother, you've been hiding it from me!"
Tang Wulin said awkwardly, "Brother, you never asked me!"
He didn't flaunt the fact that he was an Eighth Grade Forging Master on purpose!
Zhao Chong sighed, a hint of relief in his voice, "It seems the position of the next Sect Leader of the Tang Sect is already settled!"
Even if Tang Wulin failed to complete the trial, the Sect Leader would not give up trying to get him, right?
Shaking these thoughts from his head, he said, "Come on, I'll take you to a quieter forging room. Since it's a trial, Tang Sect disciples need to supervise personally!"
Tang Wulin replied with respect, "Then I'll trouble you, Hall Master Zhao!"
He then looked towards Long Yuxue and the others, "Everyone, just wait for me at the Tang Sect! If you're really bored, you can have a spar with the Tang Sect disciples!"
The group exchanged glances with one another, with no objections, they chorused, "Alright!"
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In the Xingluo Empire, at the Holy Spirit Cult Headquarters!
The Demon Emperor, who had been away for a full ten days or more, finally returned…
Upon her arrival, Halosa said with a grave expression, "Demon Emperor, you're finally back. According to the message just transmitted by the Dark Bell, the strongholds she established in Skysea City and the nearby cities have all been destroyed by the Federation and the Spirit Pagoda!"
Leng Yulai sneered, "Hmph, what a waste, unable to handle even such a trivial matter! Demon Emperor, you might as well have sent me from the start!"
She would never forget any opportunity to mock Nanali!
The Demon Emperor's voice was heavy, "What exactly has happened in the days I was gone?"
Before leaving, everything was proceeding according to plan!
Halosa explained, "It seems to be because Nanali unexpectedly attacked the young tower master of the Spirit Pagoda, which triggered the wrath of the current Pagoda Master Leng Yaozhu. In response, she mobilized tens of thousands of Soul Masters to eradicate the strongholds!"
"As for the Federation, it's probably because they want to maintain their own status, so they also chose to intervene!"
The Demon Emperor narrowed her eyes, pondering, "Leng Yaozhu? I remember she's your sister, right?"
She vaguely remembered that the relationship between the two had been shattered over a man!
In an instant, infinite murderous intent filled Leng Yulai's eyes, and she coldly said, "Since then, she's no longer my sister, and I have been wanting to personally slaughter her every moment."
The Demon Emperor's gaze was fixed on her as she enunciated each word, "Regardless of whether you acknowledge it or not, she is related to you by blood, so… we can use this relationship to make the Spirit Pagoda stop their eradication."
Leng Yulai clenched her fists tightly, "Demon Emperor, as I've already said, she and I are like water and fire!!"
One of the reasons she joined the Holy Spirit Cult was to leverage their power to destroy the entire Soul Land!
The Demon Emperor spoke in an undeniable tone, "Are you questioning my decision?"
Leng Yulai was almost gnashing her teeth, "Yes, Demon Emperor! I will do my best to persuade the Spirit Pagoda to stop attacking our strongholds!"
Halosa coughed to shift the topic, "Demon Emperor, I wonder if there's a need to pay attention to the situation on the Sect Hierarch's side?"
The Demon Emperor shook her head, "No need! He won't be content just staying in the Douling Empire!"
By now, he's probably already leading those evil Soul Masters back to the Xingluo Land or Soul Land!
But to dream of regaining the dominating power of the Holy Spirit Cult is utterly delusional!
Halosa pursued further, "Demon Emperor, may I ask about the purpose of your lengthy departure…"
The Demon Emperor showed no intention of answering, she coldly said, "That's none of your concern. Just do your own duties well!"
Tang San!
Do you really think that after becoming a god, you can just hide away in the Divine Realm?
When I plunge the entire Lower Realm into collapse, I doubt you will stay in the Divine Realm!!
Then, I… will definitely avenge him!
Even if the opponent is an invincible God!
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