"You can't go back on our agreement, so shouldn't you obediently make a contract with me now and let me become your fourth Soul Ring?"
The Little Auspicious Beast walked over smugly, meeting Chi Hong's eyes with a proud look.
This was the first time Chi Hong had encountered anything like this. How could a Soul Beast be begging to become his Soul Ring?
He was at a loss for words and glanced awkwardly at Bi Ji beside him.
Bi Ji still wore a smile, but it looked somewhat strained, and a trace of disappointment flashed through her eyes.
Seeing this, Chi Hong could only say regretfully:
"I'm... I'm very sorry, Bi Ji. You know how powerful Mega Lucario and Darkrai are. I originally had victory firmly in my grasp, but the Imperial Auspicious Beast's Golden Dragon Spear and innate abilities were too powerful. Even giving it everything I had, I still couldn't win."
With that, Chi Hong lowered his head, seemingly overwhelmed by sadness and shame.
Bi Ji's heart softened at the sight. She stepped forward, wrapped her arms around Chi Hong, and cradled his head against her chest, comforting him like a child:
"It's all right, Young Master. You've already done very well. Don't be sad. I won't blame you."
Watching her master being held in another woman's arms, the Ice Empress folded her arms across her chest, looking indignant.
"Hmph, that's enough."
She snorted coldly. Knowing Chi Hong as well as she did, the Ice Empress had already seen through him.
Chi Hong was putting on an act.
Chi Hong took a few deep breaths. Once he had composed himself, he lifted his head and said sincerely:
"Thank you, Bi Ji."
Bi Ji's gaze was gentle, her eyes filled with motherly affection. "It's all right, silly child.