Soul Land V: Rebirth of Tang San-Chapter 1099 - 1096: Leave Some for Me

The Great Elder, Second Elder, and Third Elder have become the focus of unprecedented attention and are now widely regarded with importance.

"A Quasi Emperor personally going there—this isn’t sincere enough?" Seeing Tang San’s wry smile, Xu Anyu couldn’t help but laugh as well.

Tang San sighed softly and said, "Alright, alright. Crystal City is the largest city, so it’s not like they’re being buried in obscurity. But Great Elder, stop worrying about it. I’ve already promised Tianyang Spirit King; you know, without his support, I wouldn’t be where I am today. And Second Elder? I’ve already pledged him to the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox. In the future, when I become an Emperor, I’ll count on him to control the flow of luck for me."

Xu Anyu looked at him suspiciously and said, "Are you thinking about marrying into the Eight-Tailed Sky Fox’s secondary wife faction?"

Tang San retorted in irritation, "You’re overthinking it! Even if you gave me the courage, I wouldn’t dare!"

Xu Anyu, slightly envious, said, "Pretty Girl is absolutely stunning. Honestly, we should technically consider ourselves love rivals. Does that mean Third Elder is only for me?"

Tang San snorted disdainfully, "Who’s your love rival? My Little Beauty hasn’t even spared you a glance, alright? Don’t overthink it."

Xu Anyu’s eyes widened instantly, "Now that’s just mean. Don’t hit where it hurts." freēwēbηovel.c૦m

The two of them couldn’t help but laugh.

Suddenly recalling something, Xu Anyu’s expression turned serious, "Brother Jin, there’s something I need to ask of you."

Tang San asked, "What is it?"

Xu Anyu smiled bitterly, "Save me a spot."

Tang San looked at him meaningfully and said, "Save what exactly?"

Xu Anyu replied with a bitter smile, "You know what. It looks like three Emperor positions are vacant. Let’s not even mention Pretty Girl, whose Godly Sword’s power is incredibly overwhelming—far beyond what an ordinary Emperor’s position could support. I suspect that the moment she becomes an Emperor, her Emperor Sky Pillar will exceed three hundred meters. Just you alone? I estimate that you’ll occupy a significant amount of space. I’ve been in seclusion these days and deeply comprehended the mysteries of saint power. That power truly belongs to another realm of existence, not to mention your insights into the Power of Life and Destruction. Once you ascend as an Emperor, the territory you claim will inevitably be massive. The two of you combined—where does that leave me? My title as Quasi Emperor becomes practically meaningless. Could you leave me a little space? Maybe let me keep my position when we all ascend to Emperor and then encroach on others’ slots together."

In truth, when Xu Anyu first arrived, Tang San had already guessed his intentions. As Xu Anyu had articulated, everyone involved was astute; they could all see the reality. Whether it was Tang San, Xu Anyu, or Pretty Girl, once they ascended as Emperors, they absolutely wouldn’t be mere ordinary Emperors like the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor.

Although it appeared three Emperor positions were vacant, whether they could truly accommodate all three of them—that was uncertain.

Xu Anyu hadn’t expected to lose to Tang San and end up as the third-ranked Quasi Emperor. Yet now, he found himself compelled to come forth and make this plea.

Tang San smiled faintly and looked at him meaningfully, "Brother Xu, rest assured. I guarantee that when you ascend as an Emperor, there will be ample space for you. I stand by my word."

Xu Anyu was stunned; he hadn’t anticipated Tang San agreeing so easily. After all, this involved an Emperor’s seat! He had come primarily to probe Tang San’s position—to gauge whether, upon ascending as Emperor, Tang San would take up too much space.

The Diamond Elf King’s original Emperor Sky Pillar was between two hundred and three hundred meters, whereas the Crystal Great Demon Emperor’s was over six hundred meters. Hence, it was said three Emperor positions were vacant.

In Xu Anyu’s estimation, Pretty Girl’s Emperor Sky Pillar upon ascension would likely reach around three hundred meters. Achieving such height right at the start would already reflect incredibly formidable strength. Meanwhile, if Tang San’s Emperor Sky Pillar did not exceed four hundred meters, it would leave enough room for Xu Anyu. At that point, Xu Anyu could suppress some of his power and likely manage to ascend as Emperor himself.

But now, with Tang San’s promise, everything naturally felt much more reassuring.

"Brother Jin, I am truly indebted to you for this generosity." Xu Anyu’s face revealed a look of gratitude.

Tang San laughed and said, "Didn’t you say we were family? Besides, we represent the new generation of Emperors—a future where we must look out for each other."

"Exactly. We could never be enemies. My light element spirit—had you not turned it away—might’ve already defected to you. Besides, we’ve both inherited the legacy of the Crystal Princess. Ascending as Emperors together also honors her wishes. We’ll always be good brothers."

Xu Anyu, as the Dragon Clan’s unanimously endorsed powerhouse and the new City Lord of Crystal City, shared a friendship both valuable and rare.

Tang San smiled without saying a word. Xu Anyu would never know what this promise had cost Tang San. For Jingjing’s sake, what’s one Emperor’s slot in the future?

Xu Anyu said, "Alright, I won’t bother you further. Once you’re prepared to leave, let me know; I’ll accompany you back to Jianmu City."

Xu Anyu departed. Back in the room, Tang San subtly shifted his form into that of an ordinary man. Cloaked in a hooded cape to conceal his presence, he teleported away unnoticed.

He first exited the Ancestral Court, then teleported to a familiar secluded corner outside of it.

The small tavern was eerily quiet, having returned to its desolate state after the Emperor Competitions concluded.

In the dark corner sat a figure dressed in gray.

Tang San quietly appeared in the chair opposite him.

"Here’s the balance payment." He tossed over a pouch of Purple Crystal Coins.

The other party caught the pouch, glanced at the contents briefly—it was evident from its heft exactly how much was inside—and remarked, "You gave extra."

"You accomplished your task excellently. Consider the extra payment as the foundation for continued cooperation in the future," Tang San said lightly.

The man in gray nodded, stored the pouch, and said, "Use the usual method to contact us. I don’t know the purpose behind the tasks you assigned us, but as long as it involves undermining the Ancestral Court, we’re more than willing."

"Alright. Stay in touch." Tang San vanished completely. Even the man in gray, known as the most adept at concealment in the era, couldn’t discern exactly how Tang San had managed it.

With everything settled, Tang San finally led the Blue Gold Tree Clan Elders out of the Ancestral Court, returning to Jianmu City.

The group of Elders rode in carriages out of the city before dismounting and taking to the skies in the direction of Jianmu City.

As they flew, staring at the scenery rushing by below, they couldn’t help but feel an illusion of a lifetime’s transformation.

When they had ventured forth to the Ancestral Court, they were nothing more than an insignificant, weak Blue Gold Tree Clan. Now returning, they had become an illustrious and formidable race—claimed a Quasi Emperor, established a marital alliance with another Quasi Emperor, and even begun constructing their Emperor’s Holy Mountain within the Ancestral Court itself. Such privileges were previously unheard of in the Ancestral Court.

The Blue Gold Tree Clan was no longer an insignificant, oppressed race. The Blue Gold Tree Clan had risen once more!

Tang San and Xu Anyu traveled side by side—Tang San riding the crystalline Water Crystal Dragon, while Xu Anyu flew atop his Holy Radiant Dragon clone. The two of them flew ahead like Dragon Riders, representing the new generation of the Ancestral Court.

The Elderly of the Blue Gold Tree Clan followed behind, a mighty entourage heading back to Jiali City. Wherever they passed—be it different races or major cities—there would always be strong individuals waiting in the skies to welcome them, escort them, or accompany them into the city for rest. It was treatment befitting Emperors.

The Emperor Competitions had captivated the attention of every race across the Demon Monster Land—the very definition of widespread anticipation. News of the contests spread instantly to all races. Even for those who hadn’t witnessed them firsthand, detailed information about each battle proliferated, reaching every corner of the Ancestral Court.