Bibi Dong: You Dare Point Your Finger in My Face and Curse Me?
"Hmph, Li Mubai. Even if you win the sparring match, you're still under my control."
Bibi Dong didn't say it aloud, but was secretly pleased with herself.
However, her triumph didn't last long.
The next second.
Bibi Dong's face suddenly stiffened.
The almost flirtatious words that rang in her ears caused her to break down in anger, which had kept her calm and composed.
"That lecherous scoundrel!"
Bibi Dong clenched her teeth, but dared not utter these words.
In case I say it.
To be suspected by Li Mubai would be a loss for them.
The ability to hear her innermost thoughts must be kept a secret from her; no one but herself should know it!
Everyone in the Spirit Hall.
Aside from Hu Liena and Qian Renxue, she didn't trust anyone else.
Certainly.
Now there is also Li Mubai.
Being able to hear someone's thoughts means that their every move is under her control.
Moreover...
She wasn't worried that Li Mubai would have ulterior motives towards her.
She had previously tentatively asked Li Mubai about matters of power.
The other party was completely indifferent.
What Bibi Dong couldn't quite understand was that Li Mubai clearly had no interest in power or status, yet he still came to the Spirit Hall and even went so far as to become the Tenth Elder of the Elder Hall.
What was his purpose in doing this?
She couldn't understand it. Did the other person really just want to experience life?
But.
She was destined never to know any of this.
Because the system Li Mubai created would automatically keep all information related to the system confidential.
This involves the system's perspective, and naturally, it's included here.
"How dare he make fun of me like that? No way! He has to be taught a lesson."
"But... what could I do to disgust him?"
Bibi Dong pondered to herself.
Just when she was at her wit's end, that familiar voice rang in her ears once again.
"Sigh, what kind of trouble is this woman up to now? Oh well, let it be. As long as she doesn't bother me when I go to Startling Swan Courtyard to listen to Miss Liu's music, that's fine."
Upon hearing this heartfelt message, Bibi Dong was taken aback.
Are we going to listen to music again?
You certainly know how to enjoy yourself!
Since you like listening to music so much, then I'll just make sure you don't get to listen!
Bibi Dong's lips curled slightly, and after a brief moment of thought, a plan came to mind.
A fleeting hint of amusement flashed in her eyes, before her face broke into a gentle smile that could melt even the coldest snow.
"Li Mubai, how have you been lately?"
Why did she ask that...? Li Mubai pondered for a moment before answering.
"Thanks to His Holiness the Pope, I have been enjoying good health and happiness these past few days."
Upon hearing this...
Bibi Dong nodded. "Well, I'm glad you're safe and sound. It seems your life is getting more and more 'unpredictable'."
Listening to her heartfelt words, Li Mubai felt that something was a little off.
This woman is acting very strange today!
Having reached a conclusion, Li Mubai decided to carefully consider Bibi Dong's next questions.
This woman may seem utterly foolish on matters of principle.
However, in some minor matters, she is as cunning as a fox and as slippery as an eel. One must not take her lightly, otherwise one is very likely to be tricked and deceived by her without realizing it.
Are you satisfied with your current salary?
Bibi Dong smiled and posed another probing question.
Why did she ask that?
How should I answer?
Is the answer satisfactory, or satisfactory?
Looking at Bibi Dong, who was sitting smiling on the throne, Li Mubai simply ignored the word "dissatisfaction".
The more he looked at Bibi Dong, the more he felt that if he uttered the words "I'm not satisfied," she would surely punish him severely.
As for what this punishment is?
Li Mubai guessed that the other party would most likely find a reason to reduce his hard-earned salary back to its original level.
Even more so.
It could be even worse.
He'll have nowhere to cry then, he'll just be huddled in bed, heartbroken and alone.
So.
Never say you're dissatisfied!
"Satisfied, extremely satisfied. This is all thanks to His Holiness the Pope's wisdom and might; otherwise, I wouldn't be enjoying this blissful life."
Li Mubai replied with a confident smile.
But.
He immediately regretted it, and the confidence on his face vanished.
Because he discovered...
After he finished speaking, Bibi Dong on the throne twitched her lips in a smug smile.
This situation immediately brought four words to his mind.
The Crooked-Mouthed Dragon King!
Whenever the protagonist's lips twitch, something bad is bound to happen to the person standing on the opposite side of the protagonist.
That's it.
Even though it was the hottest time of the year, and many people were afraid of getting heatstroke, Li Mubai still felt a cool sensation down his spine, which surged to his temples and made his body tremble.
This is bad!
This was Li Mubai's first reaction.
Now.
He was now certain that Bibi Dong's summons was definitely not for anything good!
Just as Li Mubai sensed something was wrong, the next moment...
Bibi Dong's voice rang out again.
"Elder Mubai, who do you think has given you such a happy and healthy life?"
Me!
Li Mubai screamed inwardly; he desperately wanted to shout those words out loud.
But.
In the end, he suppressed the turmoil churning within him, then tilted his head slightly and forced a fawning smile:
"Of course, it's all thanks to His Holiness the Pope and the Spirit Hall for giving me this opportunity."
"You two are my benefactors!"
Upon hearing this...
Bibi Dong's smile grew even wider.
That's exactly what I've been waiting to hear!
Immediately afterwards.
She then posed a question that struck at the very core:
"A drop of kindness deserves a spring of gratitude in return. What does Elder Li think?"
Li Mubai hesitated for a moment. "This..."
He knew this was a trap set by Bibi Dong, but he had to answer this question.
If this statement is incorrect...
He would definitely be accused of "great disrespect" by Bibi Dong.
Bibi Dong's temper has always been eccentric and unpredictable.
This charge is unlikely to result in death, but Bibi Dong can use it to expel him from the Spirit Hall.
Once you leave the Spirit Hall, the system's sign-in function will automatically become disabled.
The thought of the system's generous rewards made Li Mubai fascinated.
After all, it was only the first time I signed in, and the system generously gave me a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring.
What will the second reward be?
He believed that the reward for signing in a second time could not possibly be cheaper than Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring!
These are treasures that you can obtain simply by slacking off.
Li Mubai was naturally envious and longing for it.
Therefore, leaving the Spirit Hall is impossible.
Since that's the case.
Therefore, we must affirm Bibi Dong's statement that "a drop of kindness should be repaid with a spring of gratitude."
Li Mubai isn't stupid.
He could almost imagine what Bibi Dong would say next after he affirmed that statement.
It's nothing more than wanting to repay a debt of gratitude.
But.
In order not to upset Bibi Dong, and for the sake of the system's generous rewards, he had to agree with Bibi Dong's words.
Open strategy
This is a calculated, open strategy!
Wasn't this woman always supposed to be rather dim-witted? When did she become so capable?!
Li Mubai wailed inwardly.
There's nothing we can do.
Despite his deep reluctance, he could only force a smile and say, "Pope Holiness is right. There is an ancient story of a puppy hiding a knife to save its mother. Even animals know how to repay kindness, so humans, as the most intelligent of all beings, should understand this principle even more."
"Oh?"
Bibi Dong questioned for a moment, then slowly stood up.
She held a golden glass scepter, a symbol of power, in one hand as she slowly walked towards Li Mubai.
Tap tap tap...
The only sound in the already spacious hall was the crisp sound of footsteps.
Soon.
Bibi Dong then came to stand in front of Li Mubai.
Originally.
Li Mubai was a head taller than Bibi Dong, but in order to please Bibi Dong and prevent her from looking up at him, he could only bow slightly and lower his head.
"Since Elder Li understands and deeply agrees with this reason, shouldn't Elder Li also repay the favor he received from the Spirit Hall?"
Bibi Dong leaned forward slightly, and a strand of purple bangs from her temples brushed against Li Mubai's angular face.
As she spoke, the gentle, orchid-like fragrance she exhaled softly brushed against Li Mubai's face.
Holy crap!
This benefit is absolutely amazing...
Li Mubai mentally made a couple of complaints.
At this distance, Bibi Dong's Youyou fragrance naturally wafted into his nostrils.
Its unique aura drives people mad.
Even Li Mubai felt that his Dao heart was somewhat unstable.
Stop!
Stop!
Don't do anything foolish!!
Faced with Bibi Dong's actions, Li Mubai could only repeatedly remind himself of her own behavior.
If you really lose control and then do something wrong...
He was certain that it was absolutely impossible to leave Spirit City intact; he would have to leave something behind in order to escape.
As for what will be left behind?
Based on his understanding of Bibi Dong, it was very likely that it was a man's most important 'big thing'!
After calming the raging anger burning in his heart.
Li Mubai then took a small half-step back, looking completely willing, and said:
"Whatever His Holiness the Pope says goes! If you tell me to go east, I'll never go west! Even if you ask me to go through fire and water, I won't even flinch!"
Watching Li Mubai's subtle movements.
Bibi Dong was secretly overjoyed, but she maintained her composure and remained perfectly calm.
"It seems I do have some charm. Otherwise, Li Mubai wouldn't have said those things to himself."
"Although this kid said some nice things."
"However... the required tasks cannot be reduced in any way."
"Since you're receiving a salary, you shouldn't waste talent. Otherwise, if this kid spends all his time in brothels, he'll one day find himself struggling even to draw his sword."
Bibi Dong's eyes flickered; she had already figured out what she should have Li Mubai do.
"Since Elder Li is so sensible, then I will reluctantly find some tasks for you so that you can repay the Spirit Hall's kindness."
Bibi Dong stopped teasing Li Mubai and instead spoke with a serious expression.
"Pope Holiness, please speak."
After all that beating around the bush, we're finally getting to the main point.
Li Mubai felt a sense of relief.
He really couldn't stand Bibi Dong's appearance.
Where did the aloofness go?
Where's the seriousness we were promised?
Where's the promised Bingbing?
Why is everything different when it comes to him?
"Due to the sparring session with the Worshipper Golden Crocodile a few days ago, the Spirit Hall's prestige has been greatly enhanced throughout the entire Soul Master community."
"This is a good thing."
Bibi Dong paced back and forth in the main hall as she spoke.
"But Spirit City then faced a challenge."
Challenge? What kind of challenge?
Li Mubai was somewhat confused, but he remained silent, patiently listening and waiting for Bibi Dong's next piece of good news.
"Recently, a large number of people have poured into Spirit City from other places, such as the Heaven Dou Empire, the Star Luo Empire, and some small principalities."
"This has led to traffic congestion in Spirit City. Streets that could normally accommodate three carriages are now completely packed with people."
"And."
"Some opportunists deliberately came to Spirit City to buy up houses, driving up housing prices several levels in the Spirit City."
"This is extremely detrimental to the development of Spirit City."
Upon hearing this...
Li Mubai finally understood; no wonder the streets were full of business groups buying houses this morning.
So these people came prepared!
"So, what does His Holiness the Pope mean?"
Li Mubai asked tentatively.
"It's simple: drive out all these opportunists to stabilize the development of Spirit City!"
Bibi Dong's face revealed a confident look.
She was confident that her judgment was correct, and she looked forward to seeing Li Mubai's shock and admiration at her decision.
But.
The next moment.
Bibi Dong's bright future was shattered by a loud curse.
"Foolish!"
"How foolish!!"
"You spendthrift wife... you good-for-nothing!!!"
Bibi Dong immediately grabbed the cloth, but after a while, she came to her senses and looked towards the source of the sound.
She then saw Li Mubai staring at her with an indignant expression.
And.
Li Mubai's hand was still pointing at her.
Was that the voice he spoke just now?
Without a doubt, that's it!
Li Mubai actually dared to point his finger at her and curse her?!
"Presumptuous!"
Once she identified the source of the voice, Bibi Dong immediately shouted.
If these words truly reflected Li Mubai's true feelings, then so be it.
But...
These words, however, came out of Li Mubai's mouth in a shout, which made her feel that her dignity had been offended, and she flew into a rage.
"Li Mubai, do you know where you are?!"
Bibi Dong stared coldly at Li Mubai, her voice icy as she questioned him.
"I know. The Pope's Hall."
Li Mubai, acting as if he were a dead pig unafraid of boiling water, immediately retorted.
"Fine! Since you know this is the Pope's Hall, then you can directly confront the Pope in public. How serious is that crime?!"
Bibi Dong questioned him again.
As he spoke, his cold and imposing aura intensified, inspiring fear in those around him.
"I know that too!"
Li Mubai looked her in the eye again and answered.
"Since you know that, why do you still dare to talk back to me?"
Bibi Dong raised an eyebrow.
She was now wondering if she had been too witty, causing Li Mubai to think she lacked authority and thus contradict her in front of everyone in the hall.
There is no one else in the main hall right now.
If so, no matter how much she admires Li Mubai, she will first punish Li Mubai for his crimes.
"I am not an unreasonable person. If you don't give me a clear explanation today, don't blame me for being ruthless and punishing you!"