Queen Bibi Dong

Bibi Dong's voice was like a deadly viper.

A chill ran down Meng Xuanji's back.

If he remembered correctly, Qian Xunji had only died not long ago at this point. As the newly appointed Pope, Bibi Dong had been under constant suppression from the Consecration Hall—especially Qian Daoliu, Qian Renxue's grandfather. He had suppressed Bibi Dong from beginning to end. Unless she became a god, Bibi Dong simply could not defeat that old man.

Therefore, Bibi Dong likely desired more than anyone else to establish her own power within Spirit Hall. She was a strong woman who excelled at endurance. Someone like her would never allow herself to control Spirit Hall like Qian Daoliu's puppet.

And in order to win Meng Xuanji's loyalty, Bibi Dong slowly walked over to Deer Man.

When Deer Man saw those noble crystal shoes and the Pope's robes, his heart leaped into his throat in terror.

"P-Pope."

"Deer Man, as an awakening deacon of Spirit Hall, you insulted and repeatedly humiliated one of Spirit Hall's people in public. Do you know your crime?"

Bibi Dong's icy voice echoed continuously through the hall.

"Yes, this subordinate knows his crime. This subordinate is willing to accept punishment. I only ask that Your Holiness show mercy and spare my life."

"It is good that you know."

The corner of Bibi Dong's lips lifted slightly. She casually raised her hand, and with a wet squelch! a sharp spider leg pierced through Deer Man's chest!

"Urgh! Your Holiness... I..."

With a thud, Deer Man's corpse collapsed. Purple blood sprayed from the corner of his mouth, while utter terror still filled his pupils, as though he had suffered some horrific torment before his death.

"Spirit Hall has no need for deacons who bully the common people. So long as they are citizens of Spirit Hall, they shall receive Spirit Hall's protection. As a deacon, breaking the law only makes your crime worse. If I spared you today, who knew how many more civilians would suffer at your hands in the future? Therefore, today, I must rid the people of this evil on behalf of Spirit Hall."

"Good! Long live the Pope!"

"The Pope is right! We will follow Spirit Hall forever!"

At that moment, every child in the hall regarded Bibi Dong as an idol. So this was the leader of the continent's strongest force? She was far too imposing!

She possessed both the decisiveness of a leader and the dignity of a Pope. She cared for the people as well, and she was breathtakingly beautiful. To these children who were only six years old, such a perfect Pope was likely the image of a saint.

Of course, Meng Xuanji was an exception.

His mind was not that of a six-year-old. Naturally, he would not judge Bibi Dong's true character based on just a few words.

Anyone could say beautiful things, but there were probably few people in this world who could do beautiful things.

"Meng Xuanji, are you satisfied now?" Bibi Dong asked.

"Mhm, mhm. Thank you, Big Sister Pope. You're the nicest person ever." Although Meng Xuanji remained wary of Bibi Dong, that did not stop him from acting.

Since Bibi Dong wanted to put on an act too, then they would see who could keep it up until the end.

"Hu Liena."

"Yes, Your Holiness."

After Bibi Dong called her name, Hu Liena ran over to Meng Xuanji and stood by his side, her face full of admiration as she looked at Bibi Dong.

Seeing the nearly fanatical worship in Hu Liena's eyes, Bibi Dong felt immensely gratified.

"Hu Liena, are you willing to become my student?"

"Yes! I am willing! Teacher, please accept this bow from your student."

"Mhm, very good. If you render merit to Spirit Hall in the future, I would not mind recommending you as Spirit Hall's next Holy Maiden."

"Yes, thank you, Teacher."

Hu Liena quickly settled into her role, making Bibi Dong even more satisfied with this student.

"The Pope has accepted a disciple! Oh my god! This is explosive news! Spirit Hall has successors now!"

"Hu Liena's martial soul is a legendary divine beast, and she possesses innate full soul power. The Pope truly cherishes talent. She really is worthy of being our Pope."

Bibi Dong did not pay attention to the gazes of others. Instead, she turned back to Meng Xuanji once more.

"Meng Xuanji, are you willing to become my student? If your martial soul is guided by an ordinary person, unforeseen complications may easily arise. Therefore, for Spirit Hall's future, I am willing to personally guide your cultivation."

A trace of greed appeared in Bibi Dong's eyes. Meng Xuanji felt as though he had entered a spider's den and been targeted by a dangerous, cunning giant spider.

Unforeseen complications? Following you, Bibi Dong, would be the greatest complication of all!

"Student Meng Xuanji greets Teacher."

But then again, following Bibi Dong was Meng Xuanji's best choice at the moment. Otherwise, with his martial soul, if he happened to encounter Qian Daoliu one day, he might be slaughtered as an evil soul master.

Although the odds of encountering an Ultimate Douluo in daily life were comparable to winning the lottery, one must not forget that Meng Xuanji's Dark Blue Silver Emperor could alter the aura of the surrounding environment. If the Titled Douluos wanted to, they would certainly be able to detect him! Perhaps Qian Daoliu had already set his sights on him.

If he wanted to survive, he could only follow Bibi Dong. Bibi Dong had calculated this point precisely, which was why she had decided to devote herself to nurturing Meng Xuanji and turn him into her absolute confidant.

"Xie Yue, Yan."

"Yes, Your Holiness."

"Your martial souls and talents are both rare sights in Spirit Hall even after many years. Though you are not yet qualified for me to accept as disciples, I believe the two of you can join Hu Liena and Meng Xuanji to form Spirit Hall's Golden Generation."

"Thank you, Your Holiness, for your guidance."

Xie Yue and Yan knelt on one knee to express their thanks, but both harbored a trace of resentment.

If Hu Liena alone had been chosen, the two of them might not have said anything. But who was this Meng Xuanji? How could some half-baked wildling like him be worthy of becoming the Pope's student?! He had simply stepped in dog shit and gotten lucky.

"Your Holiness, Deacon Deer Man is dead. What should we do about this awakening ceremony?" A Spirit Hall guard stepped forward to report.

"It is of no concern. Spirit Hall has plenty of awakening deacons. I will simply summon another."

"Yes."

"Hu Liena, Meng Xuanji, you two, come with me."

"Yes, Teacher."

Bibi Dong waved the Pope's scepter. A flash of light passed, and the three of them vanished from the Awakening Hall in an instant.

When Meng Xuanji opened his eyes again, he and Hu Liena had arrived in a luxurious, dazzling hall. At the center of the magnificent chamber stood a papal throne forged from all manner of precious rare metals. Bibi Dong was reclining against it with her long legs elegantly crossed, a playful expression on her face.

Looking up from such close range, Meng Xuanji nearly felt his blood surge at the sight of those long, jade-like legs.

As expected of one of the most beautiful mature women in the book. Her presence is simply overwhelming. I really want to sit up there someday too, with Hu Liena on my left and Bibi Dong on my right, holding both beauties in my arms and playing with them properly. That feeling... I wouldn't trade it even for a godhood.