At that moment, the doors of the Papal Hall slowly opened.
Everyone's gaze instinctively turned toward those doors, including Ning Fengzhi and Yu Yuanzhen.
Though Qian Cheng was cruel and tyrannical, his cultivation was truly terrifying.
If they showed even the slightest displeasure, Qian Cheng would likely find an excuse to act against them.
And what would the outcome be?
The Clear Sky Sect was nearly wiped out, and the Strength Clan had been slaughtered to the last.
The Speed Clan had suffered even worse. Even Little Rat's children who had not yet opened their eyes had been smashed to death by Dai Tianfeng!
Qian Cheng was not wearing the ceremonial robes that represented the Pope's status. He still wore that black-and-gold robe, looking utterly ordinary.
But—
Shui Hanyan and Ye Muyun thought differently. Their eyes were practically glowing.
Their teacher was good in every way, except he was far too uninterested in women!
Naturally, the Six Great Enshrined of the Worship Hall appeared alongside Qian Cheng.
As for Qian Daoliu, he still chose to stay home like a shut-in.
"The Clear Sky Sect colluded with soul beasts and sought to overturn human society, offending the taboo of all soul masters across the continent. It has been removed from the ranks by Spirit Hall!"
"Today, the Upper Three Sects will be selected anew. The method is simple: the virtuous shall take their place!"
Qian Cheng sat upon a gilded chair, gazing expressionlessly at the crowd below.
Ning Fengzhi and Yu Yuanzhen both watched Qian Cheng, waiting for him to announce the start of the selection so they could seize the title of foremost among the Upper Three Sects in one stroke.
Bone Douluo was already dead, and the gap in strength between the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the