But the flash that lit up on Shi Hao's back did not escape the notice of Bibi Dong, who had been observing the battle among them with Spiritual Power, nor Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, who were watching from nearby.
Although the bone on Shi Hao's back had only flashed for an instant, its powerful aura could not deceive several Titled Douluo.
This was undoubtedly an extremely domineering and powerful Martial Soul. It seemed that, in that instant, their own Martial Souls had been illuminated so completely that they appeared dull and dim.
"This power... is truly terrifying. It seems to rely purely on physical strength."
Bibi Dong had not expected this child to possess such terrifying strength. With only two punches, he had knocked Hu Liena and the other two to the ground. Even Hu Liena and Xie Yue's Martial Soul Fusion Skill had been broken so quickly!
Bibi Dong immediately concluded that he was definitely a Soul Emperor—no... perhaps even a Spirit Saint or stronger.
Bibi Dong's expression darkened somewhat. Impossible. This child looked to be only around six years old. How could he possibly have reached the level of a Soul Emperor or Spirit Saint?
Even if he had started cultivating in his mother's womb, he could not have progressed so quickly. Yet the facts before her left no room for doubt.
At that moment, Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo hurried back to Spirit Hall and happened to encounter Bibi Dong. Bibi Dong spoke:
"Did you also notice something unusual? The bone on that child's body flashed for an instant. What Martial Soul was that?"
"There seemed to be strange inscriptions behind that bone as well..."
Ghost Douluo nodded slightly. "When it comes to Martial Souls related to bones, Bone Douluo probably knows more than we do. But for that child to possess such powerful strength at such a young age is truly shocking."
Bibi Dong's eyes immediately lit up. "Could he be a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast that has cultivated back into human form? But there is no Soul Beast aura on him. Isn't it even harder for Soul Beasts to cultivate into humans? How could he be faster than a human?"
"Perhaps Soul Beasts have anomalies as well. Or perhaps he was originally a Soul Beast, but transformed into a human and concealed his aura."
"That makes sense." Bibi Dong, as though possessed, accepted their explanation and nodded slightly.
After pondering for a long time and combining it with her own judgment, Bibi Dong spoke in a deep voice,
"Send Elder Bai to deal with that child!"
"Elder Bai... are you certain, Your Holiness? He is one of Spirit Hall's temple guardians. His strength is at the level of an Eight-Ring Soul Douluo. Though his potential has already reached its limit, he is still among the best of the Eight-Ring Soul Douluo."
Chrysanthemum Douluo said in surprise. Elder Bai, whom Bibi Dong had mentioned, held great seniority within Spirit Hall. Although he was only an Eight-Ring Soul Douluo, he was already over a hundred years old.
Thanks to his seniority, no one in Spirit Hall dared provoke him, which had made the old man's temper rather foul.
"Go. More and more people in Spirit City are watching Spirit Hall make a spectacle of itself... I do not want the situation to continue developing. Sending out a Soul Douluo does carry the suspicion of bullying the weak."
"But as long as it resolves the matter, that is enough."
Bibi Dong said expressionlessly. She instinctively felt that sending a Soul Emperor or Spirit Saint according to convention might not be enough.
She might as well send a Soul Douluo directly and settle it once and for all.
Bibi Dong believed that a Soul Douluo would definitely be enough.
"Yes!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded in agreement. Perhaps Her Holiness was right. He left with Ghost Douluo to notify Elder Bai.
Bibi Dong's gaze was deep as she looked in Shi Hao's direction, seemingly lost in thought.
"What? Her Holiness wants me to deal with a little brat around six years old? Isn't this absurd?"
"This is Her Holiness's order. We cannot disobey it. If you are dissatisfied, you may go speak to the Pope yourself."
A white-haired old man was seen venting his anger at the messenger before striding arrogantly out of Spirit Hall.
The old man's expression was unpleasant as he cursed inwardly, They want an Eight-Ring Soul Douluo like me to deal with a little brat? It would be humiliating if word got out. I want to see just how capable this child really is. He is probably just some overconfident brat looking to suffer.
As one of the most senior figures in Spirit Hall, even the previous Pope, Qian Xunji, had grown up under his watch.
However, due to his limited talent, his Soul Power had been stuck at level eighty-five for life. Even so, the old man still thought highly of himself and believed he would surely become a Titled Douluo.
He had always regarded himself as a Titled Douluo. Now Bibi Dong had actually sent him to deal with a child, immediately making the old man somewhat furious... Was this not bullying the weak? It was simply humiliating!
"Fine... fine. I will kill that troublemaking child quickly and leave. That will save me from being mocked by others."
The old man shook his head and sighed as he continued forward. As he walked, he saw many people sprawled across the ground. Even the highly talented Golden Generation were still seeing stars.
"Hm? What is going on... Why are those three children, including Xie Yue, lying on the ground as well?"
Elder Bai was somewhat puzzled. Forced by Bibi Dong to come deal with Shi Hao, he had not bothered to learn what had just happened.
A child? Wouldn't he be easy to capture?
Elder Bai frowned and continued onward, only to find chaos all along the way. Many buildings had been damaged, as though an intense battle had broken out.
Elder Bai still did not take it seriously. Finally, he seemed to sense something and narrowed his eyes... The next moment, his entire body vanished.
After defeating Hu Liena and the other two, Shi Hao continued toward Spirit Hall. He ignored the crowds of onlookers.
"Am I almost there?... Mother, wait for me a little longer. Xiao Hao will come save you soon."
Shi Hao raised his head and murmured to himself. He could already see the spire of Spirit Hall. There were not many minutes left to walk.
Just as Shi Hao prepared to quicken his pace and continue forward, a figure abruptly appeared before him.
An aged voice sounded softly as a white-haired old man appeared before Shi Hao at some unknown time.
The old man was thin and gaunt, with a head full of white hair. His hands were clasped behind his back, and he radiated an arrogant air.
It was none other than Elder Bai, an Eight-Ring Soul Douluo!
"Little brat... get lost."
Elder Bai narrowed his eyes at Shi Hao. He shrugged, unconcerned.
Shi Hao frowned at the newcomer. This was the first person to insult him upon arrival, so Shi Hao did not show him any courtesy either. His face immediately turned cold as he said,
"Old man, were you also sent by Spirit Hall to capture me?"
"You are that arrogant child who came to cause trouble at my Spirit Hall?"
Elder Bai's face also turned cold as he shouted. How could this little brat be so rude?
"Get lost now... Do not force this old man to act against you. If there were not so many people here, I would find it very difficult to restrain my temper."
The atmosphere began to grow tense.
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