Bibi Dong

Martial Soul City, Inner City.

Nearly a thousand years had passed since the establishment of the Martial Soul Hall, and the Inner City, as the birthplace of the Martial Soul Hall, had been meticulously repaired by countless generations of skilled artisans. Every brick, every stone, every blade of grass in the city exuded an ancient aura.

Yu Xiaogang walked along a small path in the city, observing every detail of his surroundings. His mind couldn't help but drift back to his days studying at the Martial Soul Hall in his youth.

At that time, in terms of talent alone, he was absolutely at the bottom among his peers at the Martial Soul Hall, truly deserving of the title "last place."

After all, the Martial Soul Hall selected students from across the entire continent. Once talented Soul Master prospects were discovered during the awakening ceremony, they would be directly reported to headquarters and sent to the Soul Master Academies affiliated with the Martial Soul Hall for training. Therefore, Yu Xiaogang's cohort included many genius Soul Masters from impoverished backgrounds. Bibi Dong was the most typical example.

Despite having parents who were commoners, she awakened Twin Martial Souls and, what's more, possessed Innate Full Soul Power.

When Bibi Dong's information was reported to the Martial Soul Hall headquarters, it immediately alerted the Elder Hall and the Papal Palace within the Inner City. Even the Pope at the time personally ordered Bibi Dong to be sent to the academy for study, even directly bestowing upon her the title of disciple.

At that time, people naturally believed Bibi Dong had a boundless future, showering her with endless praise and flattery. However, in Yu Xiaogang's eyes now, these very things foreshadowed Bibi Dong's tragic fate.

Thinking of this, Yu Xiaogang couldn't help but sigh.

Compared to geniuses like Bibi Dong, students like Yu Xiaogang often entered the Martial Soul Hall Academy through family connections.

Naturally, this led to disdain from other students. However, Yu Xiaogang, relying on his own theoretical knowledge, managed to make a name for himself. Of course, most students harbored doubts about this.

After all, in the Douluo Continent, a world with Martial Souls, individual strength was often the root of public faith. Someone like Yu Xiaogang, who possessed only theoretical knowledge without any practical strength, was merely a laughingstock in the eyes of most.

Yet, a small portion of people were interested in Yu Xiaogang's theories, and Bibi Dong was one of them.

Among the students of the same cohort at the time, Bibi Dong, with her top-tier talent and outstanding appearance, undoubtedly became a goddess-like figure.

She occupied the thoughts of countless youths day and night and caused countless maidens to grieve in secret.

Yet, such a goddess took the initiative to approach Yu Xiaogang, the "trash" ranked last among their peers. The sheer contrast, one could imagine, caused quite a stir at the time.

Admittedly, Bibi Dong's primary motive for initially approaching Yu Xiaogang was to resolve her cultivation issues with her Twin Martial Souls.

However, during their interactions, Bibi Dong was deeply impressed by Yu Xiaogang's profound theoretical knowledge. Some of his insights and theories about Martial Souls were even more profound than what the academy's teachers could explain.

Furthermore, at that time, Bibi Dong was still a pure maiden. Unconsciously, she fell for Yu Xiaogang, and the two maintained this ambiguous relationship.

It wasn't until after they graduated from the academy that they were separated due to external interference.

Yu Xiaogang, disowned by his family, ventured out onto the continent alone. Later, he met Flender and Liu Erlong, and together they formed the Golden Iron Triangle.

Bibi Dong, on the other hand, was summoned under the Pope's command and personally tutored by the Pope in her cultivation. Little did they know that the Pope had ill intentions, which ultimately led to Bibi Dong's tragedy.

"Fate truly plays tricks on people."

Yu Xiaogang sighed, then realized he had already arrived in front of the Papal Palace.

The building before him towered a hundred meters high, with a symmetrical main structure that pierced the clouds, exuding a magnificent aura.

The hall was built from pure white marble, reflecting a golden light under the sun, appearing sacred and majestic.

Above a long flight of stairs reaching the ground stood the golden hall doors, inlaid with gems forming the Papal Crown emblem, dazzling and resplendent.

On either side of the hall doors stood a pair of giant angel statues, holding divine halberds, their wings spread behind them, adding a touch of divinity to the Papal Palace.

Yu Xiaogang took a deep breath, then stepped onto the stone steps before him, walking step by step to the top.

"Halt! Who goes there!"

Before the hall doors, a guard clad in golden armor stepped forward to block Yu Xiaogang.

Not bad, no foul language. The guards in Martial Soul City are indeed different from those in Heaven Dou City. The quality really shows the gap.

Yu Xiaogang smiled slightly, then took out the Elder Token from his embrace.

Upon seeing the seven patterns on the token, the golden-armored guard immediately knelt down, then cupped his fists and said, "Your subordinate greets the Elder."

Yu Xiaogang nodded, "I wish to see the Pope. Announce me."

"Yes, your subordinate obeys."

The golden-armored guard immediately responded, then got up and ran towards the rear of the Papal Palace.

Another golden-armored guard from outside had already stepped forward, bowing and guiding Yu Xiaogang into the Papal Palace.

Inside the great hall, all the furnishings exuded luxury and splendor.

Directly opposite the hall doors was the Pope's chair, situated on several steps, entirely golden, showcasing its nobility.

Below the Pope's chair, on either side, were two rows of tables and chairs, all made from expensive wood. The fabric laid upon them was embroidered with various angel patterns, giving off a sacred aura.

Under the guard's guidance, Yu Xiaogang sat in the foremost position on the left.

The guard then brought a cup of fragrant tea and gently placed it before Yu Xiaogang, then bowed and exited the Papal Palace.

Yu Xiaogang picked up the teacup, gently blew away the steam, and then took a small sip.

A delicate fragrance spread from his mouth, then permeated his body, making him feel as if his entire being had relaxed considerably.

Good tea!

Martial Soul Hall is truly rich!

Yu Xiaogang exclaimed inwardly, then continued to savor the fragrant tea in his hand, waiting for the arrival of the person.

After about five minutes, a faint sound came from outside the hall.

Yu Xiaogang turned his head and saw a woman, dressed in a Golden Robe and holding a Scepter, walking in from outside the hall.

This person was none other than the current ruler of the Martial Soul Hall, Pope Bibi Dong.

Compared to her youthful and tender appearance in her younger days, she now exuded a powerful aura. Her beautiful face was filled with majesty, and at the same time, it radiated the charm of a mature woman.

Bibi Dong walked unhurriedly to the Pope's chair at the head of the hall and then sat down elegantly.

After the guards at the hall entrance retreated, she finally spoke, "It's been many years. Elder Yu, what brings you to me today?"

Yu Xiaogang put down his teacup and looked at Bibi Dong, who was seated on the Pope's chair. "I have come today with a request. I wish to ask Your Excellency the Pope if you encountered any problems when attaching a Soul Ring to your Second Martial Soul, and how you resolved them?"

"Oh, I didn't expect you, the 'Master' of the Soul Master World, to seek my advice on theoretical knowledge. This is truly rare."

Bibi Dong said this while turning her head to look at Yu Xiaogang.

Her expression had initially been cold, but the moment she saw Yu Xiaogang's face, her eyes softened slightly.