As noon approached, a group emerged from behind the Spirit Hall seats.
At their head was none other than Bibi Dong, holding the Pope Scepter.
Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo stood beside her.
Platinum Bishop Salas was there as well.
Their appearance sent a wave of enthusiastic cheers through the venue.
Most of the commoners who had come to watch strongly supported Bibi Dong.
Many of the policies introduced by Spirit Hall had indeed brought considerable benefits to commoners.
Bibi Dong raised her left hand slightly, and the venue fell silent.
A sharp glint flashed through Emperor Xue Ye's eyes at the sight.
Bibi Dong enjoyed far too much support.
As an emperor, he naturally understood how important the people's allegiance was.
Once someone else held the people's hearts in their grasp, trouble would follow.
Spirit Hall had always been a rival of the Heaven Dou Empire.
Although it was a Soul Master organization, its strength was far too great.
Moreover, Spirit Hall's expansion had been far too extensive.
Now, almost every city had a Spirit Hall branch.
Even remote mountain villages received annual visits from Spirit Hall personnel to help awaken martial souls.
This had steadily raised Spirit Hall's prestige, posing a considerable threat to the empire.
"Imperial Father, Spirit Hall's enormous influence is hardly a good thing for the empire."
Xue Beng spoke in a low voice.
Now, he was even more eager to gain control of the Heavenly Sword Chamber of Commerce.
Only by obtaining the Heavenly Sword Chamber of Commerce could he counterbalance Spirit Hall's influence.
Otherwise, the empire might be swallowed up one day without him even knowing how it had happened.
All Spirit Hall needed to do now was raise its arm and call, and countless commoner Soul Masters would rally to its side.