Soul Land V: Rebirth of Tang San-Chapter 1073 - 1071: Tang San is the Most Recognized

As a powerhouse of the Fierce Sunflower Spirit Clan, its path to becoming an emperor is still met with resistance. After all, the Tianyang Spirit King can already be regarded as the strongest being in Demon Monster Land. Coupled with the close relationship between the Fierce Sunflower Spirit Clan and the Dark Moon Spirit Clan, if the Fierce Sunflower Spirit Clan were to produce another emperor, the balance among the various races of the Rihchen Empire might collapse. From this perspective, it might be better for Ning Chenen to ascend to an emperor.

Therefore, whether Jiang Chenchou is suitable to become an emperor has stirred different opinions even within the Rihchen Empire itself.

But no matter what, if Jiang Chenchou could ascend and secure one of the final three positions of occupying royal status, it would still be a good thing. After all, even the other contender, as of now, remains somewhat unstable!

This other contender, of course, refers to Tang San, the Clan Leader of the Blue Gold Tree Tribe. fɾeewebnoveℓ.co๓

Since the start of the battle for royal positions, he hasn’t lost a single match; yet not a single contest before its beginning has led anyone to believe he could come out victorious. He is undoubtedly the biggest anomaly in the history of this battle for royal positions—an anomaly among anomalies.

"Purple Crystal Coin Warrior"... At first, the emperors only regarded it as a joke. However, as the competitions progressed, Tang San repeatedly demonstrated miraculous performances, defeating formidable opponents time and again.

The Heavenly Earth Sword, the hallmark technique of the Sword Saint Big Demon Emperor’s direct disciple, was a favorite to win—only for it to be blocked by Tang San’s Black Tortoise Shield, thus sending Tang San directly to the next round. From what could be seen in the first match of the finals, Tang San very likely had already mastered the shield at that time, making the Heavenly Earth Sword’s combat style utterly ineffective.

Later came the Ferocious Dragon. The dragon combined with Tang San’s life force and overwhelming Power of Life and Destruction led to a crushing defeat of Jin Anguo, sowing the seeds of Jin Anguo’s eventual elimination.

It’s fair to say every opponent Tang San faced was no less formidable. In the first match of the finals, he defeated Lan Moqian.

Yet even so, can he reliably secure a spot in the final top three? There’s still uncertainty! His next opponent is Xu Anyu—the biggest favorite. Can he continue to create miracles?

If he loses to Xu Anyu, he might have to face Jiang Chenchou in the losers’ bracket. Holding the Undying Golden Body and boasting a powerful cultivation base, can Jiang Chenchou still be defeated? If he loses again to Jiang Chenchou, Tang San will drop out of the top three.

Thus, despite currently being in a position of absolute advantage, it’s still hard to predict whether Tang San will ultimately make it into the top three.

However, whether in the Rihchen Empire or the Tianyu Empire, opposition to this Blue Gold Tree Tribe Clan Leader’s ascension to royalty remains strangely minimal.

Indeed, virtually no voices of opposition have emerged—not a single one.

The Blue Gold Tree Tribe itself is not a race known for combat prowess. This time, it further cemented its neutral status by abstaining from using the Ferocious Dragon, gaining affirmation of neutrality. In other words, the Blue Gold Tree Tribe will remain impartial within the Ancestral Court in the future, providing life force to each major city. This effectively transforms the Blue Gold Tree Tribe into a resource for all other races!

Life force, especially high-ranking life force—who wouldn’t desire it?

In this competition, was the strength Jin Miaolin showcased truly outstanding? Not particularly. However, the miraculous qualities of high-ranking life force caught the attention of all emperors.

Why was the Black Tortoise Shield, deemed unusable by others, suddenly functional in his hands? Surely, it was the infusion of life force. Why did the Ferocious Dragon regain its sanity and sign a contract with him? Wasn’t it because life force neutralized the destructive power, resulting in the ability to balance life and destruction, swaying the dragon’s loyalty? Then there’s the Light Dragon Spear—infused with his pure life force—transforming into the Holy Dragon Spear, producing an unprecedented sacred attribute. All of these phenomena underscore the unparalleled power of the life force Tang San inherited from the Tree Ancestor, a force accessible to and absorbable by all races and bloodlines. Should Tang San ascend to royalty, the life force he brings to the Ancestral Court, the various races, and the major cities in the future will undoubtedly reach a new zenith. It would even significantly benefit all of Demon Monster Land. This aligns with the shared interests of the Tianyu Empire and Rihchen Empire.

As the leaders of these two empires, the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox values Tang San’s ability to elevate the life rank of the continent, thereby better concentrating luck, which greatly benefits him. Additionally, the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox isn’t exactly young anymore! Vast, high-ranking life force would be fundamental to his longevity.

As for the Tianyang Spirit King, the situation is even simpler—Jin Miaolin has explicitly stated allegiance to him, promising that the first Blue Gold Fruit produced by a royal of his lineage would go to him. What more is there to say? He’s family!

Thus, in the eyes of the emperors, Jin Miaolin’s ascension to royalty serves everyone’s best interests. Now, emperors are instead worried whether Tang San can hold his own in the upcoming matches.

Even within the Rihchen Empire, apart from the Tianyang Spirit King being unable to publicly comment, other emperors generally express a preference for Tang San’s ascension over Jiang Chenchou’s. Even the Earth Yin Spirit King conveyed this sentiment to the Tianyang Spirit King.

But occupying royal status isn’t simply about conceding—it depends on the outcomes of the matches.

Currently ranked second overall, Tang San still has a significant chance.

Though Tang San has clearly stated he will not entertain visitors until the competition ends, representatives from major cities still flock to him with gifts. Predictably, the most enthusiastic group remains the Dragon Clan.

The second round of the finals is now set to become crucial. For those in the winners’ bracket, this round carries decisive significance. For those in the losers’ bracket, losing again means elimination.

There are only two matches—Tang San vs. Xu Anyu. The other is the marital duel.

On the following morning, as Tang San arrived at the competition venue, he noticed that Pretty Girl hadn’t come to watch the match today.

She wasn’t competing today. She’d face the winner between Tang San and Xu Anyu tomorrow to determine the championship of the winners’ bracket. Securing the winners’ bracket championship guarantees a spot among the top two.

Yesterday’s Bloodline Burning made it unclear how much she consumed. But with the aid of the Blue Gold Fruit and subsequent closed-door cultivation, she would be greatly benefited.

Aside from Pretty Girl’s absence, all other contestants were in attendance. Even Jiang Chenchou, who wasn’t competing today, had arrived at the venue.

Ning Chenen and Lan Moqian had serious expressions. It was hard to discern anything from the couple’s demeanor.

Tang San heard from the Great Elder earlier that morning that Lan Moqian of the Behemoth Tribe was reportedly under greater pressure—after all, the Behemoth Great Demon Emperor remained present. Meanwhile, Ning Chenen, having dual bloodlines, faced relatively less pressure.

According to the rules, the losers’ bracket would compete first, followed by the winners’ bracket.

"Ning Chenen, Lan Moqian, ascend and prepare." The voice of the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox rang out from the mountainside, announcing the commencement of the second round of finals.

The atmosphere instantly grew tense as the spectators focused all their attention on the couple. This match was undoubtedly cruel. Who wouldn’t want to ascend to royalty? Ascending meant attaining at least a millennium-long lifespan, standing atop the pinnacle of this world, and ensuring the prosperity of one’s race.

Yet they are husband and wife. Would such a match permit compromises for the sake of their race? A marital duel—what could be more brutal?

When the finals began, this couple seemed like the greatest winners. Now, they were equally the most tormented.

Ning Chenen was the first to rise. He had sought out Lan Moqian yesterday but hadn’t seen her. Lan Moqian had secluded herself within the Sky-breaking Palace of the Sky-breaking Great Demon Emperor.

Ning Chenen’s all-out victory over Jin Anguo somewhat impacted the relationship between the Behemoth Tribe and the Golden Mammoth Tribe. It’s unclear whether Lan Moqian couldn’t face him or didn’t want to risk being influenced before such a critical match.