Douluo Continent: Wielding Ice and Fire, Starting by Crushing Shrek Academy

At the foot of Haotian Peak.

The moonlight was obscured by clouds, and the sky was very dark.

Tang Hao stood at the foot of the mountain, looking up at the summit.

The kilometer-long ice-bound suspension bridge swayed in the wind, its iron rings clanging and jingling.

Tang Hao avoided the patrol routes of the disciples guarding the mountain and, taking advantage of his familiarity with the terrain, climbed up the small path.

Silent and stealthy, as fast as a ghost.

Just fifteen minutes later, we arrived at the iron chain bridge.

The bridge surface was icy and slippery, with sheer drop-offs on either side.

An ordinary person would go weak in the knees upon seeing this scene.

But Tang Hao remained unfazed. Instead of walking on the bridge, he climbed over the ice wall beneath it.

He gripped the protrusions on the ice wall with both hands, his body suspended in mid-air, with a bottomless abyss below.

One wrong move and you'll be smashed to pieces!

But Tang Hao moved steadily, step by step, toward the other side.

Half an incense stick later, he flipped himself ashore, successfully crossed the iron chain bridge, and landed in a secluded corner.

Ahead lies the mountain path with its eighteen bends, each bend riddled with traps and mechanisms, designed to be blocked layer by layer by the disciples guarding the mountain.

But Tang Hao was too familiar with this place; he knew every alley and every hidden door.

Avoid the mechanisms and bypass the traps.

An hour later, Tang Hao successfully infiltrated the sect's territory.

They stopped in a secluded courtyard, which was Tang Xiao's study.

It was late at night, but the lights in the room were still on.

A faint light shone through the window paper and onto the floor.

Tang Hao did not hesitate and pushed the door open to enter.

As if he had foreseen this, Tang Xiao calmly looked up, and the two brothers looked at each other across a desk.

We hadn't seen each other for many years, and we had both aged considerably.

Tang Xiao's hair was gray, and there were more wrinkles around his eyes.

Tang Hao looked weathered and worn, like a down-on-his-luck middle-aged man.

After a long silence, Tang Xiao spoke first: "Brother Hao, you're finally back."

His tone was calm, yet it carried an undisguised excitement.

Tang Hao's body stiffened for a moment, then he trembled all over.

This man, who was always ruthless, an alcoholic, and taciturn, had a voice so hoarse that it was almost inaudible.

"Brother... I... I've caused trouble for the sect again..."

He lowered his head, like a child who had done something wrong, not daring to look Tang Xiao in the eye, only hot tears streaming down his face.

Tang Xiao quickly got up, hugged him tightly, and helped him up.

He pulled Tang Hao to sit down and poured him a cup of tea.

"How have you been these past few years?"

Tang Hao gave a hoarse, bitter laugh: "What's so good about hiding and running?"

"Brother, how is the sect?"

Tang Xiao sighed helplessly, "It's alright."

He then stared intently at Tang Hao: "It's just that the elders have a lot of opinions about you."

Tang Hao fell into a long silence.

Tang Xiao saved him from a serious mistake back then.

But this time, it seems unlikely that it can be saved.

"Brother, I've come to atone for my sins!"

Tang Xiao asked, "Tell me, what exactly happened?"

Tang Hao recounted everything that had happened in detail, only to find that Luo Yuan's strength far exceeded his expectations.

Tang Xiao listened patiently, then let out a long sigh.

"You...you're still so impulsive."

Although his tone carried a hint of reproach, it was mostly one of helplessness.

"Big brother, I'm sorry."

Tang Xiao waved his hand, dismissing the matter: "Let's not talk about this anymore. After all, you're doing this for our nephew!"

After a brief pause, he placed a hand on Tang Hao's arm: "The problem now is, how do we deal with that Young Master Luo?"

"Let me stay and fight him with you."

Tang Xiao pondered, "You are originally a member of my Haotian Sect, so naturally you should stay."

He paused for a moment: "However, after this, you will face accountability from the council of elders."

Tang Hao nodded: "I know. I will give them an explanation for many things."

Looking at him, a hint of relief finally flashed in Tang Xiao's eyes.

"Alright! Let's join forces and give that Young Master Luo a good lesson!"

The moment the two brothers shook hands, years of estrangement melted away in an instant.

The sky outside the window is gradually brightening.

There's only one day left until the three-day deadline.

"Let's go, I'll take you to see the setup of the Haotian Grand Formation."

Tang Xiao stood up and led Tang Hao out of the study.

…………

The following morning, at the Haotian Peak Sect Square.

Tang Xiao, Tang Hao, and the five elders lined up to await them.

The elders stood in five positions, forming the base of the Haotian Grand Array.

Tang Xiao, as the core of the formation, occupies the central position.

Standing beside him, Tang Hao gripped the Clear Sky Hammer, ready for battle.

The Haotian Grand Array had already been activated, and golden light enveloped the entire mountain peak.

The disciples guarding the mountain took their positions, and all the mechanisms on the iron chain bridge were activated.

The traps on the winding mountain road are also ready.

Tang Xiao gripped the Haotian Hammer tightly, his gaze solemn.

He looked into the distance, sensing the increasingly powerful aura.

"They're here."

He said in a deep voice.

That aura was too strong, so strong that it made one's heart tremble.

Blazing Sun Douluo clenched his fists and shouted to bolster his courage, "Bring it on! Who's afraid of who!"

"Don't underestimate your enemy."

The Second Elder frowned and looked at Tang Xiao: "Sect Master, proceed according to plan."

Tang Xiao narrowed his eyes and activated his soul power at full force.

Nine spirit rings rose up in succession.

Two yellows, two purples, and five blacks.

The aura of a level 95 Title Douluo enveloped the entire plaza.

Tang Hao also released his martial soul.

Two yellow, two purple, four black, and one red.

The 100,000-year-old red spirit ring was particularly eye-catching.

The elder also released his martial spirit at the same time.

Nine spirit rings, each with two yellow, two purple, and five black rings.

With a total of seven Title Douluos, the Clear Sky Sect's strength was fully revealed at this moment.

The golden Haotian Grand Array connected everyone's soul power together.

The light grew brighter and brighter, causing the entire Haotian Peak to tremble.

A hundred miles away from Haotian Peak, the golden light grew brighter and brighter.

A figure appeared on the horizon, moving swiftly yet with remarkable composure.

Sensing the approaching aura, Tang Xiao roared in a deep voice, "They're here!"

The members of the Haotian Sect gripped their weapons tightly and channeled their soul power to the fullest.

In the distance, the golden light grew brighter and brighter, and in an instant, it appeared above Haotian Peak.

The newcomer looked down, enveloped in the golden light of the Haotian Grand Array.

"The preparations are quite thorough."

The newcomer smiled.

He then landed on a mountaintop, looking down at the Haotian Sect members.

Tang Xiao looked up and met his gaze, his pupils suddenly contracting.

"Why is it you?"

"Are you going to break your promise and take advantage of this opportunity to reap the benefits?"

The figure shrouded in golden light gradually revealed his appearance; it was none other than the Limit Douluo known as the Invincible Sky Douluo—Qian Daoliu.

He smiled calmly and replied indifferently.

"I am merely curious about the strength of the Lord of Luo Garden; I have come only to observe!"

…………

At the same time, on the west side of Tiandou City.

The renovation of Luoyuan Garden is basically complete, restoring its former elegance.

Exotic flowers and rare herbs swayed gently in the morning breeze.

A spiritual atmosphere pervades the area, with artificial hills and flowing water.

Liangyi Luo stood in the courtyard, hands behind his back.

She wore a white robe and her long hair was tied up.

He has returned to his simple and unpretentious self, looking like a carefree young master.

Qi Luo, Yan Fei, Ju Yun, and Ruo Lan stood behind her.

"Young Master, will Tang Hao come?"

"He won't come."

Liangyi Luo shook her head slightly, as if she had expected this.

"You all stay in Luoyuan, I'll be right back!"

Upon hearing this, the four women were all taken aback, and Yan Fei said with great concern, "Young Master, let us go with you."

"I'm just going for my morning exercise. You all stay home and prepare some morning tea, then wait for me to return!"

After saying that, Liangyi Luo smiled slightly.

His figure pierced through the void and disappeared.

The next second, he appeared at the foot of Haotian Peak.