Chapter 510: A Bit Complicated

"Ah?" Tang San didn't react at first, but quickly realized what she meant.

"Uh... yeah... about that..." Tang San scratched his head. He had indeed forgotten about this. During yesterday's match, he had displayed the Golden Roc Transformation and showed off an incredible flying ability. Cheng Zicheng, who also possessed the Golden Roc bloodline, was naturally curious and puzzled. Obviously, she had no idea that she herself was the source of Tang San's bloodline.

"What exactly is your bloodline? Why didn't you use the Wind Tiger Transformation in the match? What happened to your wind element control?" Cheng Zicheng asked.

Tang San smiled bitterly and said, "That's a long story. It's a bit complicated to explain."

Zhang Haoxuan glanced at him and said, "I've already told them that this matter must be kept strictly confidential. No one can reveal your original Wind Tiger Transformation. Just say it's a bloodline mutation, plus a second bloodline. Golden Roc Transformation and what's the other one?"

"Ah, that would be the Lion-Tiger bloodline," Tang San understood what he meant. His teacher knew that his Mysterious Heaven Technique could absorb multiple bloodline imprints. Tang San had already told him this when he first arrived at the Redemption Academy. At that time, he needed Zhang Haoxuan's support.

"Yes, Lion-Tiger and Golden Roc. You don't need to know anything else right now. Just remember to say this if anyone asks. Two bloodline imprints."

"The Lion-Tiger Sword Saint's bloodline?" Du Bai murmured to himself. "Why do I feel like whoever you are with, you seem to gain their Demonic God Transformation?"

Tang San gave him a side glance, thinking to himself,

If only you knew, brother

.

"Let's eat," Zhang Haoxuan stepped in to ease the awkwardness, inviting everyone to start breakfast.

During breakfast, everyone was noticeably silent. Tang San quietly finished his meal first. Then, he looked at his companions and said seriously, "I apologize for keeping some things from you all this time. But please believe me, whether it's for the Redemption Academy or for everyone, I am fully committed. There are things I can't tell you now, but one day, when I have the ability to protect everyone, I will definitely share everything with you."

Wu Bingji smiled and said, "Tang San, you don't need to say that. We have always trusted you. Without you, our small team wouldn't have reached this level, and none of us would have the strength we have now. To us, you are both a teacher and a friend. You've always helped and guided each of us. The thing is... You're the youngest among us, and that’s quite strange.

"Anyway, we all know you have some secrets, but we've never pried because we can feel that your intentions are good. You've always given so much to us. No matter what your secrets are, we absolutely trust you. So don't worry, everyone is just amazed at the strength you showed yesterday. We didn't realize you had become so powerful, strong enough to stand on par with the top-level powerhouses of the demon and nymph clans."

"Yeah! I wish we could become as strong as you," Gu Li said with a look of envy.

Du Bai curled his lips and said, "You? No way that's happening in this lifetime."

"What, you think

you

can? At least I have more fighting power than you," Gu Li retorted.

"Do you want me to curse you with bad luck?"

"Hmph!"

Tang San said somewhat helplessly, "I am indeed a bit different from everyone else, but any ability, if cultivated to the peak, can be extremely powerful. All of you have at least second-tier bloodline talents. Eldest senior brother, your Ice Nymph Transformation should also reach the second tier after what happened last time. As long as we solve the bloodline strength problem, I believe our comprehension surpasses that of any other race. During this trip to the Ancestral Court, you have all been progressing. One day, if you can reach the Emperor level, you will be stronger than any other Emperor."

"He's right. Instead of envying others, we should work harder. Keep pushing!" Du Bai clenched his fist and waved it. Ever since he started climbing the Celestial Fox Sacred Mountain, his understanding of the Celestial Fox Vision's fortune control had been growing day by day. Now that he was a four-tailed Celestial Fox, his confidence had greatly increased.

Zhang Haoxuan said, "The speed at which you all are improving is something we couldn't even imagine in our time. I had a high bloodline strength and worked extremely hard, but at your age, I was still very weak. You should feel fortunate to have met Tang San. Without his help, you wouldn't have gotten this far. Keep working hard and reach the peak of the ninth tier soon. Tang San will help you reach the tenth order. With your bloodline powers, once you become gods, you'll be the backbone of our organization. By the way, Tang San, there's something I need to tell you."

"Yes, teacher. Please go ahead," Tang San said respectfully.

Zhang Haoxuan said, "As your performance in this elite competition becomes more noticeable, the organization has started paying attention to you. They're now looking into your background and hope to establish contact with you, maybe even recruit you into the organization. Of course, they're looking for Asura."

Tang San was a member of the Redemption Society, but Asura was not. Only those present knew he held both identities.

Tang San looked at Zhang Haoxuan and asked, "What do you think about it?"

Zhang Haoxuan smiled and said, "Of course, we’ll keep that part to ourselves. This involves too much. So, when I came back yesterday, I emphasized to everyone the importance of keeping your identity strictly confidential. Not a word should leak out."

"Thank you for understanding, Master."

Right now, it was indeed not a good moment to be exposed to the higher-ups of the Redemption Society. With his performance in this elite competition, if the Redemption Society knew he was one of their own, they would definitely provide him with resources and possibly even a high position. But that would also mean more responsibilities, which Tang San did not want at this moment. Moreover, from the Peacock Demon King's understanding of this secret society, it was clear that the society was actually not that secret to the demons and nymphs.

The reason they hadn't been targeted by the Ancestral Court was simply that the Ancestral Court wouldn’t bother with such a small human organization. But if Tang San achieved impressive results in the elite competition and proved his talent, and it was discovered he was part of Redemption, it could bring disaster to both Redemption and himself.

Therefore, Zhang Haoxuan didn't need to ask Tang San; he already knew how to respond to the organization. Until Tang San had the ability to take the lead of the organization himself, it was best not to reveal his identity.

"You have the doubles competition too, right? The match is today. Who's your partner?" Du Bai suddenly asked.

Tang San replied, "You'll find out when you watch the match today."

Since everyone had watched the match for the first time yesterday, they didn't know that Tang San was competing alongside Mei Gongzi.

"No need to watch, it's the Lion-Tiger Sword Saint, right?" Cheng Zicheng snorted. "Little Tang, I have a favor to ask. Can you teach me your flying techniques? Watching you fight that Behemoth yesterday, I was so ashamed. We both have the Golden Roc bloodline, but you're so much better at flying!"