Oscar's Disappointment
Don't forget, the Spirit Hall has a deep foundation among the masses.
If Bibi Dong steps down, the Spirit Hall will restore the benefits it once provided to the common people and reform its bureaucracy, winning far more popular support than the nobles.
Regarding Qiangu Changkong's concerns, Wu Qi smiled and said, "Don't worry, Grandpa Qian will take down Bibi Dong at the crucial moment and reorganize the Spirit Hall."
Before the Divine Trial, the Qiangu Changkong was unaware of the terrifying power of the Deity.
Now that he has passed the Divine Trial, he has gained some understanding of the Deity. In particular, he can sense a nauseating aura emanating from the direction of the Papal Hall.
It seems that Bibi Dong is also a God Heir, but the Deity's conduct may not be very honorable.
"Wu Ge, I'm so worried! Bibi Dong's strength will soon surpass Grandpa Qian's. When that happens, won't the Spirit Hall become the biggest evil force on the entire continent under her control?"
"If a large number of lower-level Soul Master leave the Spirit Hall, our foundation will be destroyed."
Chen Ping also expressed his concerns.
Originally, his life goal was to graduate from the Spirit Hall Academy and be sent to a small city to become the Hall Master.
Later, after joining Wu Qi and others, his goal changed to achieving good results in the Spirit Master Competition, obtaining Noble Rank the Heaven Dou Empire, and becoming a nobleman renowned throughout the surrounding area.
Now that he has passed the Divine Trial, he naturally wants to accomplish something great.
However, as a member of the Spirit Hall, he didn't want to aid and abet evil; but he also couldn't betray the Spirit Hall for the sake of his career, could he?
Wu Qi placed his hands on their shoulders and said with a smile, "If I become the Pope in the future, would you like to serve as the Hall Guardian Douluo of the Papal Hall?"
The two were taken aback at first, but then they realized what was happening.
Qiangu Changkong hurriedly asked, "Wu Ge, did Grandpa Qian keep you here just to talk about this?"
Upon receiving an affirmative answer, his brow relaxed slightly. "With the strength of the God of Destruction, suppressing Bibi Dong is not a problem."
"But now that you've been confirmed as the next Pope, shouldn't Grandpa Qian be suppressing Bibi Dong even more?"
"Also, I remember meeting Grandpa Qian's granddaughter when I was little. Did Grandpa Qian just so readily hand over the Pope Position to you?"
Chen Ping seemed to have guessed something, and whispered, "Chang Kong, I think the strength of the God of Destruction is above that of the Angel God inherited from the Spirit Hall."
After the Divine Trial, I heard some information about the Divine Realm from Hunter.
Chen Ping may not know what the concept of the Five Great God Kings is, but judging from the literal meaning of "King of Deity," their strength must be considerable.
The Angel God, however, is not given the title of "God King," and the comparison of their strengths makes the outcome self-evident.
The Qiangu Changkong seems to suddenly appear.
Who would dare to make the God King Subordinate?
Therefore, it's not impossible for Wu Qi to become Pope. Moreover, with Bibi Dong as a precedent, there's nothing wrong with an "outsider" becoming Pope.
"Wu Ge, can we really serve as the Hall Guardian Douluo?"
Wu Qi laughed and said, "To become Hall Guardian Douluo, you at least need to have the strength of Titled Douluo, right?"
"Both of you have passed the Divine Trial, and the rewards for subsequent trials will undoubtedly be even more abundant, enough to quickly break through your strength."
"But please don't slack off. Level 99 is not your end. You may have the opportunity to break through to a higher realm in the future."
"Alright, everyone, rest for two days, then we'll head to Heaven Dou City as soon as possible."
Because the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was wiped out and Xue Ye was seriously ill, cities across the continent were under martial law.
Normally, a month would be enough time for them to return to Heaven Dou City.
But now, if we don't allow ourselves some buffer time, we might not make it back in time.
"Five-Year Agreement last met. I really look forward to reuniting with everyone." Qiangu Changkong said with deep emotion.
Meanwhile, across mainland China.
The Shrek Academy and Seven Treasures Academy teams, who had initially agreed to Five-Year Agreement, were all on their way back to Heaven Dou City.
A city located within the Star Luo Empire, adjacent to the Star Dou Great Forest.
"Oscar, are you sure you don't want to go back?"
After leaving Shrek Academy, Oscar, just like in the Original Space-Time, joined Soul Hunting Team for training.
The difference is that in the Original Space-Time, he sought an opportunity to become Battle Spirit Master for Ning Rongrong. Now, he has no such intention at all.
As a commoner Soul Master, he had no background. During the original Spirit Master Competition, he was specifically named and disqualified from the competition.
With this dark history, most influential forces would find it impossible to win him over.
For Oscar, finding a suitable team of Soul Master to follow and make money is a good idea.
Surprisingly, the Team Captain the Spirit Hunting Squad he encountered this time was still Haote.
The original members of the Haote's Squad had all perished in the Far North. Later, when they arrived in the Star Luo Empire, they happened to meet Oscar.
Although they met later than in the Original Space-Time, their relationship remained close.
Oscar had told us about his background, and with the Five-Year Agreement fast approaching, Haote couldn't help but ask Oscar what he was thinking.
Oscar raised his head slightly and sighed, "Let's forget about it."
Shrek Academy is no longer the Shrek Academy of the past.
Although life was poor when we lived in the village, every day was happy and fulfilling.
Back then, they never overly pursued victory or defeat in Soul Fighting.
After winning the Soul Fighting, Dai Mubai treated him and Ma Hongjun to a meal. After losing the match, the two teased each other. In the end, the three of them lay happily on the grass, enjoying the cool evening breeze.
At some point, they started to take the competition results very seriously.
Although everyone was happy to win the game, the joy wasn't as pure as before; their eyes held more confusion.
After losing a few matches, everyone started resorting to any means necessary to win the Soul Fight Competition.
Such actions ultimately led to Ma Hongjun's death, and as a result, the entire academy was expelled.
This academy is no longer Oscar's home, and he doesn't want to go back.
Listening to his story, Haote gently patted his shoulder and sighed, "If things were still like they used to be, you two would be best friends for life."
While Ma Hongjun certainly has many flaws, it is undeniable that he grew up alongside Oscar.
Their relationship goes far beyond what can be simply described as friendship or classmates.
Ma Hongjun was killed by the ruthless Yu Xiaogang, and Dai Mubai's desire to win also changed his heart.
For Oscar, the Academy truly no longer had his friends, nor was it his home.
Haote continued, "If you don't want to go back, then don't. From now on, we'll treat each other as family and travel the continent together."
Oscar laughed and said, "Brother Haote, I've been an orphan since I was little. Meeting a brother like you is the best I've ever had in my life."
"If Brother Haote doesn't mind, I'd like to become sworn brothers with you!"
Haote put his arm around his shoulder and laughed heartily, "Alright, alright, let's become sworn brothers now. From now on, we'll be brothers even though we're not from the same father."