Bibi Dong's Test

Gui Mei remained expressionless upon hearing this form of address, merely nodding slightly.

Yue Guan, however, was momentarily stunned.

Chrysanthemum Grandpa?

He looked at Lu Chen, the surprise in his eyes becoming even more pronounced.

This little fellow was quite quick to get familiar.

Yet, it didn't sound particularly annoying.

Especially since Lu Chen was truly likable in appearance, and his voice carried the unique, naive charm of a child; even someone as fastidious as Yue Guan found it difficult to harbor any ill will toward him.

Bibi Dong did not give Yue Guan much time to dwell on his confusion, stating directly, "His name is Lu Chen, my newly accepted disciple."

A flash of realization crossed Yue Guan's eyes, and he couldn't help but glance at Gui Mei.

No wonder Old Ghost didn't say anything.

Such a major event as the Pope taking on a new disciple, and he was only learning of it now.

Bibi Dong continued, "Today, I am taking him to the Star Dou Forest to obtain his spirit rings. You two will accompany us."

Yue Guan and Gui Mei responded immediately, "Yes."

Gui Mei's tone was low, "This subordinate understands."

Yue Guan also said respectfully, "Rest assured, Your Holiness."

In truth, given Bibi Dong's strength, she would have had no trouble taking Lu Chen to the Star Dou Forest to hunt for spirits on her own.

Even though the Star Dou Forest was fraught with danger and a place of near-certain death for ordinary spirit masters, for a powerhouse like Bibi Dong, as long as she did not venture into the deepest core, almost no spirit beast could truly threaten her.

Moreover, Lu Chen was only obtaining his first two spirit rings.

Theoretically, there was no need for such a grand display.

But Bibi Dong was, after all, the Pope of Spirit Hall.

She could not handle every single matter personally.

The journey was long, and someone was needed to drive the carriage, scout the path, and handle miscellaneous tasks.

Having Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo accompany them would ensure a smooth journey and prevent Bibi Dong from wasting her energy on trivial matters.

Soon, a carriage drove out of Spirit City.

Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo took turns driving.

The carriage left the Saintess Hall, passed through the wide roads of Spirit City, and headed toward the city gates.

Not long after, the carriage exited the gates.

High above the gate, two figures stood silently.

They were none other than Qian Daoliu and Golden Crocodile Douluo.

Both had concealed their auras, and the guards on the gate remained completely unaware of their presence.

Qian Daoliu watched the departing carriage with a calm gaze, his expression unchanging.

Golden Crocodile Douluo stood beside him, a hint of confusion in his eyes.

He couldn't help but ask, "Big Brother, are we really going to leave that child alone?"

Qian Daoliu did not answer immediately.

Golden Crocodile Douluo continued, "That child possesses a god-level spirit and innate full spirit power of level twenty. Now that he is being kept by Bibi Dong's side, if something were to..."

He did not finish his sentence.

But the implication was clear.

A possessor of a god-level spirit with innate level twenty power would undoubtedly become one of the most elite figures in Spirit Hall in the future.

If such a person were left entirely to Bibi Dong to cultivate, no one could say for certain whether it would be detrimental to the Consecration Hall.

Especially since Bibi Dong and the Consecration Hall were not exactly of one mind.

Qian Daoliu looked into the distance and finally spoke.

"This child has a special ability."

Golden Crocodile Douluo was slightly taken aback.

Qian Daoliu continued, "Let him stay with Bibi Dong for the time being."

"Notify me when they return."

Golden Crocodile Douluo wanted to ask more, but Qian Daoliu had no intention of explaining further.

As his voice faded, Qian Daoliu's figure vanished instantly.

Golden Crocodile Douluo stood where he was, feeling quite bewildered.

A special ability?

What kind of special ability could possibly make his Big Brother willing to let that child remain by Bibi Dong's side for now?

He pondered for a moment, but still could not figure it out.

However, since Qian Daoliu had already made his decision, he could not be bothered to dwell on it any further.

The next moment, Golden Crocodile Douluo's figure transformed into a streak of light, likewise departing from above the city gate.

On the other side, the carriage had completely driven out of Spirit City.

Inside the carriage, Bibi Dong sat in the main seat, with Lu Chen sitting not far beside her.

The carriage moved very steadily, with almost no noticeable jolts.

Bibi Dong looked at Lu Chen and said, "Did Nana tutor you on some basic knowledge yesterday?"

Lu Chen nodded. "Yes, Senior Sister explained spirit master ranks, spirit rings, spirit beasts, and some basic information about the continent."

Bibi Dong asked, "Then you should know the importance of spirit rings to a spirit master."

Lu Chen replied earnestly, "I do. Spirit rings not only determine whether a spirit master can continue to break through, but they also grant spirit masters spirit skills."

"If a spirit ring is chosen well, future cultivation and combat will be much smoother; if an unsuitable one is chosen, it might waste the potential of one's martial soul."

Bibi Dong nodded slightly.

She continued to ask, "Then have you thought about what type of spirit beasts you want to absorb for your first two spirit rings?"

Lu Chen did not answer immediately; he had actually been considering this question since yesterday.

The essence of his Leugocyte martial soul was very special, and it was clearly inappropriate to speak of the Universe Devourer directly.

Now, within the understanding of the Douluo Continent, the appearance of his martial soul was closer to a certain type of dragon-type spirit beast, and Leugocyte itself also held the title of Colored Dragon.

Since that was the case, his external explanation naturally had to revolve around the "Colored Dragon."

Lu Chen thought for a moment and replied, "Teacher, my martial soul is a Colored Dragon, so I want to absorb spirit beasts that possess dragon bloodlines."

A hint of contemplation appeared in Bibi Dong's eyes.

"Dragon bloodlines?"

Lu Chen nodded.

"Yes. Since my martial soul leans toward the dragon type, spirit beasts possessing dragon bloodlines should be more suitable for me. The spirit rings and spirit skills obtained this way will also be more easily compatible with the martial soul itself."

Bibi Dong did not deny this.

For dragon-type martial souls, choosing dragon-type spirit beasts or those with dragon bloodlines as spirit rings was indeed a very common and reasonable direction.

She asked again, "And what about the effects of the spirit skills?"

Lu Chen said, "I want spirit skills that enhance myself."

Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong's gaze shifted slightly.

"Enhance yourself?"

Lu Chen nodded. "Correct."

Bibi Dong looked at him, her tone calm but carrying the intent of an examination.

"Why do you want this kind of spirit skill?"

Lu Chen knew that Bibi Dong wanted to see his line of reasoning, rather than simply wanting an answer.

Therefore, he did not give a perfunctory response.

"Teacher, I feel that ordinary attack-type spirit skills do not have much use in the later stages for a spirit master."

Bibi Dong did not speak, merely signaling for him to continue.

Lu Chen went on, "Low-level spirit masters rely heavily on spirit skills because their own spirit power and physical fitness are insufficient, so a single attack-type spirit skill can decide the outcome of a battle."

"However, after reaching high levels, a spirit master's combat style becomes increasingly complex. If an ordinary attack-type spirit skill has a singular effect, it is easily countered by defense, speed, control, or higher-level spirit skills."

"Especially for the first and second spirit skills, their age is lower, and their power is inherently limited. If one chooses a purely attack-type spirit skill, it might be usable in the early stages, but by the later stages, it could become a dispensable tool."

The appreciation in Bibi Dong's eyes became more evident.

Lu Chen continued, "That is why I prefer enhancement-type spirit skills. As long as it enhances myself, no matter what level I reach in the future, it can continue to play a role."

"If it can increase strength, speed, defense, or improve my state after martial soul avatar, then even when I reach the Spirit Ancestor, Spirit King, or even higher levels, it will not be completely obsolete."

The carriage was silent for a moment.

Bibi Dong looked at Lu Chen, her eyes filled with clear appreciation.