Inside Bibi Dong's bedroom, Mo Lin and Bibi Dong sat across a table from each other, looking much the same as they had before. They had been talking for quite some time, though the main topic was still how Spirit Hall should proceed after its reforms. In summary, there were only two points: do not initiate war, and continue developing steadily; use Grace Hall as the public target for expanding territory. As for how to ensure they held the moral high ground after taking it over, that was something Mo Lin would need to handle after returning to Grace Hall.
"All right, we've finished discussing Spirit Hall's official business. It's time we talked about the private matter between the two of us." Unexpectedly, after finishing their official discussion, Bibi Dong was the first to suggest clarifying their relationship.
Before Mo Lin could speak, before his mind had even processed it, Bibi Dong seized the initiative again.
"Xiao Lin, as my disciple, you really are quite capable. I thought winning Nana over was the limit of what you could do. After all, when you were young, you hardly ever took the initiative to interact with women other than me. Yet in just over three years, even my daughter has become completely devoted to you. Truly, I shouldn't have let you leave back then."
"Master, are you... being direct with me?" From Bibi Dong's words, Mo Lin felt as though she was openly expressing romantic feelings for him. But considering how evasive she had been last time, he still did not dare to be certain.
Bibi Dong revealed a faint smile, one that absolutely was not something she would show to a junior.
"Xiao Lin, perhaps you're surprised. This is only the second time you've come to see me since returning, yet