Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu's Confrontation, Broad Hill's Arrival

Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu's Confrontation, Broad Hill's Arrival

Spirit City, inside the Worship Hall.

The Worship Hall, which rarely received news from the outside world, was unusually lively.

"Tut, Fifth, did you see the note at the end? It said you held this child and even claimed that you were fated to meet him." The Third Elder, Azure Luan Douluo, teased Broad Hill.

"Hahaha, if Fifth held a child, he probably wouldn't be able to tell which face was his own."

Qian Jun added from the side. They had cultivated in seclusion for so long that they had not heard anything interesting in ages. Who would have thought they would receive such news today?

"Qian Jun, are you itching for a beating? I already said I don't remember any of this." Broad Hill gritted his teeth as he looked at the grinning Qian Jun, seeming ready to make a move the next second.

"Our brothers have always fought together. Jiang Mo, come with me and have a little spar with Fifth. It's about time the Elders' rankings changed." Qian Jun's face was full of provocation as he called on his younger brother to prepare for a fight.

"Enough, Qian Jun. Behave yourself. If you want to fight, I'll accompany you. Fifth, you've read the intelligence. Are you interested in taking on a disciple? His martial soul is quite interesting, and you haven't improved in a long time. Taking a disciple might be a good thing. Perhaps while teaching him, you may take another step forward." Golden Crocodile glanced at Qian Daoliu, who had not voiced an opinion, then took the initiative to speak.

"Mm, let me think about it."

Hearing Golden Crocodile's words, Broad Hill calmed down as well and began weighing it in his heart. He had never considered it before.

Just then, Qian Daoliu, who had paid no attention to their fooling around, opened his eyes and looked toward the hall entrance. The other Elders noticed his gaze and turned to look as well.

"Clack, clack, clack."

The rhythmic sound of high heels rang out at the entrance, seemingly deliberately announcing their owner's arrival. The others also recognized who had come, and a hint of displeasure showed in their eyes.

This was undoubtedly intentional. What level of control did one need to lack to make such loud sounds while walking?

As a silver high heel crossed the threshold, its owner's voice followed.

"Qian Daoliu, Grand Elder, shouldn't the Worship Hall give me an explanation for this matter?"

As she spoke, Bibi Dong stared frostily at the figure in the center of the Worship Hall.

"An explanation? What explanation do you want?"

Qian Daoliu remained seated, steadily turning his gaze toward the aggressive Bibi Dong.

"Don't play dumb. Martial Soul Awakening and recruiting personnel are the Pope's Hall's responsibilities. Why did the Worship Hall receive news of this matter at the same time? And Elder Broad Hill, since when were you allowed to interfere in the affairs of a Martial Soul Sub-Hall?" Bibi Dong coldly looked at Broad Hill, whose brows had furrowed.

"Bibi Dong, don't make an issue out of nothing. Since when could the people of the Worship Hall not make decisions regarding a Martial Soul Sub-Hall, especially when they were positive actions? Since when did receiving relevant information require the Pope's Hall's permission? Don't forget, Spirit Hall bears the Qian name. Don't think that becoming Pope makes you the master of Spirit Hall. You are not worthy."

Broad Hill was fiercely loyal to the Angel Faction. Upon hearing Bibi Dong's words, he rose directly to his feet and summoned his martial soul, clearly ready to fight at the slightest disagreement.

(Note: Only Qian Daoliu knew about Bibi Dong's hidden strength.) Faced with Broad Hill's mockery, Bibi Dong tightened her grip on her scepter, but she did not respond to him. Instead, she looked at Qian Daoliu. "Is this what you promised me? That after I became Pope, you would not interfere with the Pope's Hall's actions? Judging by the Fifth Elder's attitude, perhaps it would be best if I stepped down."

"You—"

Broad Hill wanted to say more, but Qian Daoliu stopped him with a wave of his hand.

Qian Daoliu looked at Bibi Dong for a long while before slowly speaking. "I understand what you mean. You should be well aware of what happened this time. The people in the lower sub-halls saw the information and did not dare make decisions on their own, which led to this unexpected situation. As for Broad Hill calming the people below, that should be a good thing for you."

"What I promised you will not change. The Worship Hall will remain as it was before and will not interfere with your actions. You only need to do your job properly. I guarantee that nothing similar will happen again."

"I hope you do not forget what you said today."

Seeing Qian Daoliu yield, a smile flashed across Bibi Dong's lips before she turned and walked out. Her goal had already been achieved. With those words, she could act with even fewer restraints.

Just as Bibi Dong was about to leave the Worship Hall, Qian Daoliu's voice sounded behind her.

"Since this child is fated to meet Broad Hill, he belongs to the Worship Hall. And you should take care of yourself."

Bibi Dong's steps paused for a second. She said nothing, but the sound of her high heels became even louder than before.

(Inner thoughts: Bibi Dong: I am the Pope. Heh.)

"Big Brother, Bibi Dong is becoming more and more excessive."

Watching Broad Hill sit down in a huff, a cold glint flashed through Golden Crocodile's eyes as he looked toward Qian Daoliu.

The Worship Hall fell silent for a while before Qian Daoliu spoke again. "After all, she is Xue'er's mother."

After another moment of silence, Qian Daoliu looked at Broad Hill, whose anger had yet to fade.

"Broad Hill, Golden Crocodile's words made some sense. Take this child in. After what happened, even if he joins Spirit Hall, Bibi Dong likely will not cultivate him. Also, do not take your anger out on him because of this matter. You should know what the situation is like for soul masters at the bottom. His talent is not bad, and Xue'er will need help in the future. He is a good choice."

After saying that, Qian Daoliu closed his eyes again. The other Elders looked at one another.

Only after quite a while did Broad Hill's anger subside. Thinking over Qian Daoliu's words, he left behind the words, "I'm going out for a walk," then rose and left the hall.

"He isn't going there himself, is he?" Lion looked at Golden Crocodile and forced out a question.

"It would be fine if he did. He can't sit still to begin with, so let him treat it as getting some fresh air." Golden Crocodile said uncertainly.

At this moment, in Heaven Dou City, Salas was still waiting in the intelligence room for news from Spirit City.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye. The Spirit Hall in Notting City had not received any news. Ma Xiunuo had fallen into deep self-doubt. Had his report failed to reach the higher-ups? That shouldn't be possible. Or perhaps Xiao Li's martial soul simply was not valued by the upper ranks? But he had Innate Full Soul Power, after all. It was not some useless martial soul like that Blue Silver Grass from before.

Han Li, who had been waiting at home for news, was also beginning to grow restless. Things were far different from what he had expected. Even if his gamble had failed, it should not have turned out like this. Had Innate Full Soul Power become so worthless?

To calm himself, he forced himself into a meditative cultivation state while setting a new plan in his heart. He would wait another four days at most. If more than a week passed, then regardless of the reason, he would head straight to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. After weighing the pros and cons, this was the best option remaining to him.

Suddenly, Han Li, deep in meditation, furrowed his brows. His body sensed a chill.

He decisively exited his cultivation state. The moment he opened his eyes, an unfamiliar face appeared before him, less than a fist's distance away.

Instinctively, he pushed himself backward with both hands, rolled with the momentum, then half-knelt as he looked toward where the person had been. At the same time, two curved blades appeared in his hands.

"Not bad, though your vigilance is a little lacking. Kid, I heard you specifically asked for that line of annotation to be added?"

A teasing voice rang out in the room, and only then did Han Li have the chance to examine the newcomer.

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