Bibi Dong Challenges Qian Daochen! A Head-on Confrontation!

"Have."

Qian Daochen nodded.

"The Life Origin of the World Tree can nourish your Soul Power and make your Martial Soul more stable."

"Can I get close to it often in the future?"

Qian Renxue raised her eyes.

Her golden pupils reflected a green luster, making her face appear even more radiant in the shadows of the trees.

"Sure."

Qian Daochen raised his hand.

A wisp of emerald light fell from his palm and gently landed on Qian Renxue's shoulder.

Qian Renxue did not dodge.

The emerald light flowed slowly along her shoulder line, finally transforming into a small leaf that landed among her long golden hair.

You have something on your head.

Qian Renxue reached out to take it.

Qian Daochen raised his hand first, his fingertips threading through her hair, and plucked the leaf from her hair.

His fingers brushed past her ear.

Qian Renxue paused for a moment.

The two were very close.

She could see the reflection in Qian Daochen's eyes and feel the cool, refreshing aura emanating from him.

"Grandpa."

"What's wrong?"

"I can take it myself."

"I know."

Qian Daochen placed a leaf on his fingertip.

But I want to help you.

Qian Renxue pursed her lips.

She wanted to say something, but seeing Qian Daochen's calm expression, she swallowed her words.

Did you take care of others like this before?

"No."

Qian Daochen answered quickly.

Qian Renxue raised her eyes.

"Why?"

"Because others aren't as troublesome as you."

Qian Renxue was taken aback.

She looked down at her long gold dress and straightened her cuffs.

What trouble did I cause?

"It's easy for the hem of my skirt to trip over when I'm walking."

He likes to show off when he's practicing.

"When faced with danger, they always think of shielding others from it."

Qian Daochen looked at her.

"These aren't troublesome enough?"

Qian Renxue did not refute.

She recalled her experience of undergoing the Angel God Trial, and indeed, she had endured injuries alone more than once.

But hearing it from Qian Daochen's mouth gave me a strange feeling.

It's like someone has remembered me.

It was as if someone had been watching her all along.

"Will you continue to take care of me from now on?"

Qian Renxue's fingers gently touched the golden belt around her waist.

"If Grandpa goes back to the Spirit Hall, I won't be able to stay by your side like before."

Who said that?

Qian Daochen gathered the leaves into his palm.

"Go wherever you want."

"If you're willing, I'll naturally take you with me."

Qian Renxue's eyelashes fluttered slightly.

"Real?"

When have I ever lied to you?

"You once said that once I passed the Angel God Trial, you would let me go to the mainland to gain experience."

Have you passed it yet?

Qian Renxue immediately fell silent.

She still has one last step before she truly completes the Angel God Trial.

Qian Daochen looked at her expression and gently tapped her forehead.

"You're trying to run away before you've even become a god."

"I was just asking."

Qian Renxue covered her forehead, a hint of dissatisfaction appearing in her golden eyes.

"You went too far."

I only used half my strength.

"That hurts too."

Qian Daochen looked at her for a moment.

"Does it really hurt?"

"Real."

Qian Renxue met his gaze, her expression serious.

Qian Daochen raised his hand, his fingertips resting on the spot on her forehead where he had just tapped her, and gently rubbed it.

"And now?"

Qian Renxue did not answer immediately.

His fingers lingered on her forehead, the movement gentle, carrying the life force of the World Tree.

The slight discomfort that was initially felt has long since disappeared.

But she did not back down.

"Much better."

"That's good."

Qian Daochen withdrew his hand.

Qian Renxue looked at his empty hand and suddenly felt a little lost.

She quickly looked away, gazing down at Spirit City.

The vegetation in the city remains lush and green.

Many Soul Master stood on the street looking up at the golden and turquoise colors intertwined in the sky, making the entire City seem more vibrant.

"Grandpa."

"Um."

"After you return to the Spirit Hall, are you really going to take over the Papal Hall?"

"The Spirit Hall needs a true decision-maker."

Bibi Dong will not step down.

"Then let her give in."

Qian Renxue looked up at Qian Daochen.

What if she doesn't want to?

Qian Daochen's gaze passed over the clouds and landed in the direction of the Papal Hall.

"Let's have a fight."

"You just received a reward; that's already quite impressive."

Qian Renxue's eyes were filled with worry.

"But Bibi Dong possesses the Rakshasa Demon Scythe and the power of the Divine Trial."

She is no match for me.

Are you so sure?

I never do anything I'm not sure I can do.

Qian Daochen turned his head away.

"But it's you."

What's wrong with me?

"After returning to the Spirit Hall tomorrow, you are not allowed to rush to the front without authorization."

Qian Renxue frowned.

"I am the inheritor of the Angel Martial Soul, and also a member of the Spirit Hall."

"I know."

"Then why can't I make a move?"

"Because I am here."

Qian Daochen looked at her.

"You just need to stand behind me."

Qian Renxue's eyes flickered slightly.

She cultivated the Angel Martial Soul alone from a young age and once stood in front of everyone to undergo the test.

This was the first time someone had directly told her that she didn't need to stand in front of them.

All you need to do is stand behind them.

"Grandpa."

"Um?"

What if I don't want to stand behind you?

"Then stand next to me."

Qian Daochen replied:

But don't stand in front of me.

Qian Renxue looked at him, and a smile finally appeared on her lips.

"You have too many demands on me."

"Because you never listen."

What did I do wrong?

"He just said he wanted to go to the mainland to gain experience on his own."

"That's because I've grown up."

In my eyes, you're still young.

Qian Renxue's smile vanished.

"Grandpa, I'm already over twenty years old."

Age doesn't mean you won't get hurt.

"You can't treat me like a child."

I didn't treat you like a child.

Qian Daochen raised his hand, and the World Tree Sapling in his palm swayed gently.

A vibrant green leaf fell and landed on Qian Renxue's hair.

"I just see you as someone who needs taking care of."

Qian Renxue raised her hand again.

This time, she did not remove the leaf immediately.

"Grandpa, do you think I've always been weak?"

"You're not weak."

"Then why do you always have to take care of me?"

Qian Daochen looked at her.

"Because you are Qian Renxue."

Qian Renxue's fingertips rested on the ends of her hair.

She didn't utter a single word she had prepared.

The wind high in the sky blew through her long hair, golden strands brushing past her shoulders.

She turned to the side, subtly concealing the change in her eyes.

"Just because I am Qian Renxue?"

"Otherwise what?"

"I thought..."

"In what way?"

Qian Renxue did not answer.

She reached into her hair and removed the leaf, but instead of discarding it, she carefully tucked it into her sleeve.

Qian Daochen saw it, but didn't point it out.

Xiao Wu walked over from the other side of the Sword Shadow.

What are you two talking about?

Qian Renxue immediately turned around.

"Nothing."

Xiao Wu glanced at her, then at Qian Daochen.

Why do I think your face is a little red?

"The wind is too strong at high altitudes."

"Can a strong wind make your face turn red?"

Qian Renxue raised her hand and pressed it against Xiao Wu's forehead, pushing her a step to the side.

You're meddling too much.

Xiao Wu blinked her red eyes.

She then looked at Qian Daochen.

"Did you bully her?"

"No."

"Then why won't she let me get close?"

Qian Renxue released her grip.

"I was just talking to my great-grandfather."

I want to talk to him too.

Xiao Wu walked to the other side of Qian Daochen and reached out to grab his sleeve.

"After you return to the Spirit Hall tomorrow, I want to go with you."

Qian Daochen looked at her.

What are you going to do?

"Let's watch the fun."

Xiao Wu's answer was very direct.

"Bibi Dong's scythe looks very powerful. I want to see if she can defeat you."

Do you think she can win?

"Cannot."

"Then what's the point of watching?"

"Let's see how she loses."

Xiao Wu raised her chin.

Qian Renxue pursed her lips gently, suppressing a laugh.

Qian Daochen glanced at her.

Laugh if you want to.

"I don't."

Your expression says it all.

"I just think Xiao Wu has a point."

Xiao Wu nodded immediately.

"Look, Qian Renxue thinks so too."

Qian Renxue turned her face to the side.

"I didn't say any of that."

You clearly nodded just now.

"I just..."

Before she could finish speaking, Qian Daochen raised his hand and gently tapped her forehead again.

Qian Renxue covered her forehead.

"Grandpa!"

How much force did you use this time?

"You still have questions!"

"It doesn't seem to hurt."

"I said it hurts, and it hurts."

Qian Renxue looked up at him.

Qian Daochen didn't tease her any further; he simply handed the World Tree Sapling in his palm to her.

"Then touch it."

Qian Renxue looked at the lush green seedlings and stretched out her finger.

The World Tree emits a soft glow the moment your fingertips touch the leaves.

The Angel Soul Power within her body then began to circulate.

The golden Soul Power merged with the azure Life Origin, transforming into tiny specks of light that flowed into her meridians along her arm.

Qian Renxue closed her eyes.

A moment later, she reopened her eyes.

It really likes me.

"It's right for you."

"So, can I touch it every day from now on?"

"Can."

I want to take it with me.

It was always with me.

"Then I'll stay by your side."

Qian Daochen looked at her.

Qian Renxue did not avoid her gaze.

"That way I can touch it every day."

Xiao Wu stared wide-eyed at the scene.

Qian Renchen simply nodded.

"Can."

Qian Renxue withdrew her fingers into her sleeve, her palm still retaining a warm, life-giving aura.

She gazed at the city lights gradually illuminating the distance and whispered:

"Then I'll stand by your side tomorrow too."

Qian Daochen looked at her.

"It's agreed."

"Um."

Qian Renxue nodded.

"I will not stand in front of you."

She paused, then added:

"But it won't be too far from you."

The next day.

The sky was just beginning to brighten.

A deacon from the Spirit Hall walked out of the Papal Hall, holding the Pope Token in his hand.

He walked all the way to the center of Spirit City.

Countless Soul Master had gathered on both sides of the street, looking up at the golden Heavenly Screen above.

The deacon raised the Pope Token.

"Proclaim the Pope Token."

"His Holiness the Pope will fight Qian Daochen Spirit City."

"This battle will only have one winner and one loser."

"The victor will take control of the Spirit Hall."

The words had barely left his mouth.

The entire Spirit City fell silent instantly.

The next moment, murmurs spread from all directions.

"Is Bibi Dong going to fight Qian Daochen?"

"Hasn't she not yet completed the Rakshasa God Trial?"

"But she has already mastered the Rakshasa Demon Scythe, which is the Divine Artifact of the Rakshasa God!"

"Qian Daochen has just received the Supreme Ranking reward. Who will win this battle?"

"The Spirit Hall is really about to change Master!"

The deacon did not linger.

He turned and walked toward the next street.

The news quickly spread throughout Spirit City.

It was also transmitted to various parts of the mainland through Communication Soul Tool in different locations.

[One day later, Spirit City, Pope Bibi Dong challenged Qian Daochen.]

The victor will take control of the Spirit Hall.

New text slowly emerged against the golden Heavenly Screen.

Heaven Dou Empire

The main hall of the imperial palace.

The Xue Ye gazed at the message displayed in the Heavenly Screen, his fingers landing on the table.

"Bibi Dong initiated the challenge."

The Imperial Enshrined stood to one side.

"Your Majesty, regardless of who wins this battle, the Spirit Hall will undergo significant changes."

"If Qian Daochen wins, the Papal Hall will be completely suppressed by the Worship Hall."

"If Bibi Dong wins, Qian Daochen's plan to return to the Spirit Hall will fail."

Xue Ye looked up at the three golden names.

"Pass down the order."

"All troops along the border are on high alert."

"Closely monitor the changes in Spirit City."

He paused for a moment.

"If chaos breaks out within the Spirit Hall, the Heaven Dou Empire will immediately adjust its deployment."

Star Luo Empire.

On the high platform of the imperial city.

The Xing Luo Emperor also saw the message in the Heavenly Screen.

Dai Weisi stood beside him, his gaze fixed on the three characters "Qian Daochen".

"Father, Bibi Dong possesses the Rakshasa Demon Scythe, and Qian Daochen has just obtained three supreme treasures."

Will this battle result in mutual destruction?

Xing Luo Emperor did not answer.

He was aware of Qian Daochen's feat of killing the Blood God, and he had also witnessed Bibi Dong unleashing the Rakshasa Divine Power.

The power of the two was far beyond what ordinary Titled Douluo could comprehend.

"If the Spirit Hall splits, it will be an opportunity for the two great empires."

"Pass down the order."

"Have the Imperial Enshrined prepare to travel to the border."

"If a large-scale conflict breaks out in the Spirit Hall, the Star Luo Empire must react first."

Heaven Dou Empire and Star Luo Empire began mobilization simultaneously.

Various forces on the mainland have also turned their attention to Spirit City.

Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Inside the main hall.

Ning Fengzhi looked at the message on the Heavenly Screen, his brows furrowing slightly.

Sword Douluo Chen Xin stood by the window, his palm resting on the hilt of the Seven Killing Sword.

"Senior Qian Daochen has already slain a true god."

"Bibi Dong's Rakshasa Demon Scythe cannot stop his sword."

The Bone Douluo Gu Rong leaned against one side.

Don't make promises you can't keep.

"Bibi Dong is only one step away from becoming a god, and she also possesses Divine Artifact."

"However, this battle is definitely worth watching."

Ning Fengzhi did not respond.

He recalled that once Qian Daochen returned to the Spirit Hall, the Spirit Hall's structure would inevitably change again.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect must make preparations in advance.

Clear Sky Sect.

Tang Xiao stood in front of the mountain gate, looking at the two names in the Heavenly Screen.

An elder walked up to him.

"Sect Master, if Qian Daochen wins, the Spirit Hall will be unified once again."

"If Bibi Dong wins, Qian Daochen will become an enemy of the Spirit Hall."

Tang Xiao gripped the Clear Sky Hammer.

"Regardless of who wins, the Spirit Hall will suffer a loss of strength."

"This is an opportunity for the Clear Sky Sect."

"Pass down the order."

"Let the sect disciples continue their preparations."

"Once this battle is over, we will reassess the situation on the mainland."