As the God of Asura spoke these words, Yang Podi was also astonished, even somewhat puzzled. "Lord Asura God, can the gods of the Divine Realm interfere with matters of the Douluo Continent? Especially when I am dealing with the soul beast race?"
At this moment, the Asura God's face showed a rare trace of hesitation. However, he ultimately spoke, "The Divine Realm is more complex than you imagine. It is neither a paradise nor devoid of disputes. Your views on the soul beast race are too extreme. Up until now, you have already hunted multiple hundred-thousand-year soul beasts, even more than those that have fallen in the past century."
Upon hearing these words, Yang Podi's heart sank. "Lord, is it precisely because of my attitude toward the soul beast race that I cannot inherit the Asura God's position?"
The Asura God shook his head. "That is only one aspect. We in the Divine Realm can allow you to become a god and even inherit my position. However, your strength surpasses others too much. If you were to inherit the Asura God's position now, I fear you would go on a rampage slaughtering the soul beast race, even provoking beings that should not be provoked. At that time, it would bring a crisis to the Divine Realm."
Yang Podi's face revealed a hint of indignation. "Lord, I have only worked hard to become stronger in order to protect my family, to eliminate any potential threats in advance. Is that also wrong? Must I wait until the soul beast race slaughters my family before I can resist?"
Hearing these words, the Asura God's expression became extremely serious. "You can't even wait for just half a year? With your talent and strength, at most half a year is enough for you to complete the sixth Asura God trial. As for the seventh and eighth trials, they pose no difficulty for you. Even the ninth trial won't be too difficult."
Yang Podi remained silent for a while before speaking, "Lord Asura God, Tang San was taken away this time, clearly by someone from the Divine Realm. Given Tang San's strength and talent, he will likely become a god soon, and he will definitely stand on the side of the soul beasts."
"I can endure any pain, but my family and friends should not have to suffer such pain and harm. To eliminate all hidden dangers in advance, no matter what I have to do, I will not hesitate."
"With Tang San's extreme personality, especially with the support of the soul beast race, war between humans and soul beasts is inevitable. It may even come sooner than I imagined."
After pondering for a moment, the Asura God finally spoke. "Go then, do what you must."
Yang Podi stood up, bowed respectfully, and then left the Asura God's temple with the Asura Demon Sword.
Watching Yang Podi leave, the Asura God merely shook his head and sighed, "My heir, you do not understand the true strength of the soul beast race. Even if you inherit my position, it will ultimately be like an illusion."
After leaving the Asura God's temple, Yang Podi took a deep breath. The Divine Realm was truly filled with too many schemes. In the end, they simply did not understand the suffering of humanity.
At this moment, Yang Podi couldn't help but recall a saying: Heaven and earth are unkind, treating all things as straw dogs. Wasn't this precisely the mindset of the Divine Realm? No matter how much slaughter occurred on the Douluo Continent, no matter how, after ten thousand years, evil soul masters ravaged the entire continent, all they cared about was the soul beast race's calculations.
Leaving the Hell Road, Yang Podi spread his wings and flew swiftly toward the ocean. He had already delayed his ascension to godhood for far too long—he could wait no longer.
Star Dou Forest Core Region
Led by Xiao Wu, the Shrek group finally reunited with Tang San in the core region of Star Dou Forest.
At this moment, Tang San appeared more eerie than before. His entire body emanated a black aura. Though his face remained calm, his eyes had become even deeper and more enigmatic, resembling an abyss.
Only when he saw Xiao Wu did his eyes seem to regain a trace of human emotion; otherwise, he looked no different from a fearsome beast, indifferent to all living beings.
Xiao Wu showed great concern for Tang San, especially after the fierce battle at Heavenly Academy. Tang San had clearly suffered severe injuries.
However, after being brought back by Di Tian, Tang San was immediately treated by Bi Ji, recovering most of his injuries. As for his remaining wounds, he was rapidly healing by absorbing massive amounts of soul beast energy, allowing the influx of energy to restore his body quickly.
At this moment, Tang San, Dai Mubai, and the others were preparing to determine their next move. Given that they were now essentially wanted criminals across the entire Douluo Continent, seeking revenge for the Clear Sky Clan was nearly impossible.
Tang San's eyes flickered with a terrifying light. "Xiao Wu, Mubai, I underestimated the strength of Heavenly Academy, especially that of Yang Podi. I will not make such a mistake again."
"Right now, we should avoid making too many enemies. We can deal with Heavenly Academy later. Our priority now is to take down the Spirit Empire, especially the high-ranking members of the Spirit Hall. They are the ones responsible for my parents' deaths and the destruction of the Clear Sky Clan. I want them to pay with blood."
Hearing this, Dai Mubai was also filled with hatred. After all, he was originally a noble prince of the Star Luo Empire, but now he was nothing more than a homeless fugitive. His hatred for the Spirit Empire was irreconcilable.
The others present shared the same hatred. Right now, all those who had followed Tang San to Sea God Island, including some remnants of the Strength Clan and Speed Clan, had no other options but to follow him.
Xiao Wu looked at Tang San with deep concern. "San Ge, although your strength has already reached Rank 98, allowing you to challenge even Rank 99 Ultimate Douluo, the Spirit Empire is not so easy to deal with. They have more than ten titled Douluo, including two Ultimate Douluo."
Tang San nodded. "With my current strength, I cannot destroy the Spirit Empire. However, with the power of Star Dou Forest, I can."
After being rescued by Di Tian and Xiong Jun, even they had suffered serious injuries. The once seemingly invincible Di Tian had actually been wounded by Yang Podi. This made Tang San even more wary of him.
Especially after Di Tian and Xiong Jun explained Yang Podi's current level of power in detail, Tang San temporarily abandoned the idea of dealing with Heavenly Academy. After all, if Yang Podi wielded the Asura Demon Sword, not even the numerous fearsome beasts of Star Dou Forest could stand against him.
Tang San suddenly turned to Xiao Wu and asked, "Xiao Wu, do you know the situation of the Three-Eyed Golden Lion?"