Bibi Dong's Dilemma! What Reward Should She Give Him?

Ignoring the indifferent attitude of the nearby spirit master, Lin Tian stepped into the spirit awakening formation and stood ready. Soon, the awakening stones began to shimmer, casting a glow over him and gradually guiding the awakening of the spirit within his body.

On the high platform, Bibi Dong held her papal scepter, a rare trace of nervousness appearing on her beautiful face as her previously relaxed posture became dignified.

Her rose-colored eyes were fixed intently on Lin Tian within the formation, and she prayed silently in her heart, hoping he would awaken a powerful spirit.

At the same time, representatives from various factions in the viewing area—including the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect, and the Elephant Armor Sect—all watched Lin Tian with grave expressions.

Given the special attention Bibi Dong had shown Lin Tian previously, it was highly likely that this boy was the child Spirit Hall was using to make a name for itself this time!

Everyone was curious: what kind of spirit would a child deemed so important by the Pope of Spirit Hall awaken?

The various factions were filled with anticipation.

If a top-tier spirit descended, it would naturally be a great opportunity for the Pope, Bibi Dong, to prove her judgment and capability.

But if the boy awakened a trash spirit, not only would Spirit Hall lose face, but the prestige of both the Pope and the Grand Elder of Spirit Hall would likely suffer a significant blow.

Some spirit master factions that had been targeted by Spirit Hall began to curse internally, hoping Lin Tian would awaken a trash spirit and turn out to be a super-waste with zero innate spirit power.

They wanted to see Spirit Hall make a fool of itself in front of all the spirit master factions!

In contrast to the schadenfreude on the other platforms, Xue Qinghe watched Lin Tian with a tense expression from the Heaven Dou Imperial Family's stand. Like Bibi Dong, she prayed that the boy would awaken a powerful spirit.

After all, the boy represented the face of Spirit Hall, and she did not want the reputation of Spirit Hall or her grandfather to be disgraced on the Douluo Continent!

This was something "Xue Qinghe" could never accept.

On the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's platform, Sword Douluo merely glanced over lazily before withdrawing his gaze, returning to pouring and drinking his fine wine.

Ning Fengzhi, however, watched Lin Tian on the awakening platform with a solemn expression, his look somewhat strange as if he were brewing some special thoughts.

On the Star Luo Imperial Family's platform, Dai Weisi, representing the royal family, also became interested in Lin Tian.

His spirit was the [Evil Eye White Tiger], a highly domineering beast spirit, yet for some reason, he felt that his own spirit seemed to fear Lin Tian within the awakening formation—or rather, it feared the spirit the boy was awakening.

"Interesting. A spirit that can make the Evil Eye White Tiger fearful is truly worth looking forward to!"

Dai Weisi pulled the cat-girl serving him into his arms, his expression turning expectant.

On the awakening platform, as the golden light from the stones surged into his body, Lin Tian felt a strange change occurring within him; it felt as if something was about to burst forth.

"Child, relax! Guide the power within you; do not restrain it, release it."

The spirit master's voice was indifferent as he repeated the standard procedure according to the script.

Following his instructions, Lin Tian began to guide the power within him, attempting to release this unknown force.

As time slowly passed, eerie spiderweb patterns began to appear on Lin Tian's forehead, and his once fair, tender face began to be covered in an evil aura. A dark green light spread across his entire body, and immediately after, four pairs of sharp spider-emperor legs sprouted from his back, the air seemingly sliced apart as they waved.

The entire spirit was encased in armor, and a pair of scarlet compound eyes scanned the surroundings coldly, resembling a killing machine ready to embark on a slaughter at any moment.

"Holy shit, a Soul-Eater Spider Emperor!"

On the viewing platform, someone shouted, instantly drawing everyone's attention.

As an extremely murderous and evil spirit on the Douluo Continent, the appearance of the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor undoubtedly caused a huge sensation among the crowd.

"A Soul-Eater Spider Emperor spirit? Isn't that the Pope's own spirit?!"

"Is this for real? The Soul-Eater Spider Emperor is an extremely rare spider-type spirit, capable of both powerful offense and crowd control. That's a badass spirit!"

"You guys say that, and the kid's spirit is identical to the Pope's. Could he be the Pope's illegitimate child?!"

"Shut your mouth, Er Mazi! Be careful or the Spirit Hall guards will hear you and cut off your head!"

Seeing the child she had placed such high hopes on awaken the [Soul-Eater Spider Emperor], Bibi Dong was shocked.

Her brows furrowed slightly, and a sharp light shot from her rose-colored eyes as she looked at Lin Tian in disbelief. How could this boy awaken the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor?!

In Bibi Dong's understanding, ever since her family was destroyed and her parents died, she was the only person in the world who possessed the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor spirit.

Now that Lin Tian had also awakened it, she was even more convinced that this was a secret encouragement from the Rakshasa God.

At this moment on the Spirit Hall platform, not only was Bibi Dong stunned, but the elders within the Pope's Palace were also in a state of bewilderment.

The child adopted by the Pope actually had the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor as his spirit? This was simply too incredible!

On the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's platform, Sword Douluo's half-closed eyes widened instantly, a strand of sword qi circling his finger as if ready to strike at any moment. Even Ning Fengzhi, who always wore a smile, retracted it and began to stare intently at the child on the stage.

Representatives of other spirit master factions also displayed different expressions—surprise, astonishment, and contemplation—but without exception, everyone was deeply shocked that Lin Tian had awakened the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor.

But this also gave them different ideas: was Lin Tian really just a child adopted by Bibi Dong?

It wasn't just them who had this thought; even Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe, was equally confused.

On the Douluo Continent, spirits were inherited through bloodlines, and the only person in the entire world who possessed the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor was Bibi Dong.

Lin Tian had awakened the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor and was deeply favored by Bibi Dong; who the hell would believe he was just an adopted child?

Even Ghost Leopard and Spirit Kite, who had seen Lin Tian's arrival firsthand, were now filled with shock.

What was going on?

The child who had descended that night actually possessed the same spirit as the Pope. Could this be some kind of bitter-meat scheme orchestrated by the Pope herself!

Not only were those around him looking on with suspicion, but even Bibi Dong herself became confused at this moment. This shouldn't be possible!

How could Lin Tian possibly awaken the same martial soul as her?

Feeling the shifting gazes of those around him, especially the look of astonishment on the face of his mother, the Pope, Lin Tian knew he had succeeded.

But this was only the beginning; the more exciting parts were yet to come!

The spirit master who had previously treated Lin Tian with such disdain was completely stunned the moment he saw the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor martial soul manifest behind the boy.

This child possesses the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor martial soul—could he be the Pope's illegitimate son?

At this thought, the awakening spirit master's cold demeanor instantly turned sycophantic, and he hurriedly retrieved the crystal ball used for testing innate spirit power.

"Please place your palm upon this so I may test your innate spirit power."

Hearing this, Lin Tian placed his palm on the crystal ball and guided his spirit power into it; the previously blank crystal ball was instantly filled with a dark green radiance.

Everyone was focused on Lin Tian's innate spirit power, and even the well-informed Bibi Dong felt a sense of tension at this moment.

Although she found it incredible that this boy had awakened the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor, she still hoped he would possess a qualified level of innate spirit power.

After all, no matter how excellent a martial soul might be, it was useless without sufficient innate spirit power to drive it!

Fortunately, Lin Tian performed perfectly.

In just a brief moment, the crystal ball was completely saturated with dark green light, and this intense radiance caused the awakening spirit master to grow instantly excited.

"Lin Tian, Soul-Eater Spider Emperor, innate full spirit power!"

The awakening spirit master shouted at the top of his lungs, his booming voice echoing across the entire Awakening Square and leaving the countless onlookers in shock.

At the same time, upon hearing that Lin Tian possessed innate full spirit power, Bibi Dong's brows relaxed, and she let out a long sigh of relief.

Good child, you truly did not disappoint me!

The special reward we agreed upon shall be granted at once!

But what should I give him?

Bibi Dong's pretty face flushed slightly as she began to waver in hesitation.