Li Qingshan's Scheme? Waiting for Qian Xunji to Come Knocking!

The woods gradually quieted down.

Li Qingshan raised his hand to conceal the remaining sword energy and looked back at Bibi Dong within the barrier.

The girl's eyes remained closed, her brow slightly furrowed, and the dark Soul Ring around her was slowly closing. The earlier clash, contained by the Soul Power barrier, had not affected her absorption of the Soul Ring.

Yu Xiaogang stood to the side, his clenched hands now relaxed, but he still felt uneasy.

After all, those who died were members of the Spirit Hall.

How will Bibi Dong view this matter after she wakes up?

Half an hour later.

As the last wisp of black light merged into her body, Bibi Dong's breathing gradually became steady, and five Soul Ring— two yellow, two purple, and one black—unfolded.

She slowly opened her eyes, feeling the abundant Soul Power within her body. A smile had just appeared on her face when her gaze suddenly stopped.

In the woods not far away, several figures lay sprawled on the ground. The emblem of the Spirit Hall on their robes was particularly striking in the sunlight.

"This is..."

Bibi Dong suddenly stood up, her expression slightly changing.

She took two steps forward, recognized the Platinum Bishop at the head, and then turned to look at Li Qingshan.

"Senior, what are they doing here?"

Li Qingshan removed the barrier, made no attempt to conceal anything, and said solemnly:

"When you were absorbing the Soul Ring, they came looking for you, saying they were ordered by the Pope to take you back to Spirit City."

Bibi Dong frowned.

"Did the teacher send them?"

"Not bad." Li Qingshan nodded and briefly recounted what had just happened from beginning to end.

The other party wanted to take Bibi Dong away, but she stopped them by saying that she was absorbing Soul Ring. Then she recognized Yu Xiaogang and insulted him by mentioning his background and Innate Soul Power.

Li Qingshan's tone remained calm until the very end.

"I killed him."

"He repeatedly humiliated my disciple in front of me, so naturally I will not tolerate it."

Upon hearing this, Yu Xiaogang couldn't help but look at Bibi Dong.

The girl didn't speak immediately, but glanced down at the Platinum Bishop, the surprise on her face gradually fading.

After a moment, she gently exhaled and said:

"I know this person."

"He was arrogant and domineering in his daily life. He would fawn over those of high status, but would want to trample those of weaker strength into the mud."

Bibi Dong spoke, her gaze turned colder.

"I just didn't expect that even here, he would still dare to act like this in front of you."

She then looked at Yu Xiaogang and, seeing the boy's tense expression, slowly shook her head.

"Xiao Gang, you don't need to look at me like that. I know what kind of person he is."

"He bullied the weak and feared the strong by relying on the name of the Spirit Hall, and now he has fallen to this state; he deserves it."

Yu Xiaogang was stunned for a moment, and then the breath he had been holding in his heart finally eased.

Li Qingshan looked at her and said:

"As for the order to recall you, now that you know, you can make your own decision."

"If you're planning to go back, then once you're out of the Forest, head back to Spirit City."

Bibi Dong fell silent.

She had her teacher's permission to go out. Everything was fine until she met Xiao Gang, after which someone came to urge her to return.

Moreover, the Platinum Bishop knew everything about Xiao Gang's family background and Innate Soul Power.

Clearly, the message had already been relayed back to Spirit City.

The teacher's sudden summons back is most likely related to these matters.

Thinking of this, Bibi Dong subconsciously glanced at Yu Xiaogang.

These days, the two of them cultivate together, go shopping, and when they have free time, they sit by the river and talk. She has gradually gotten used to having someone waiting for her every morning.

Now that I have to leave suddenly, I feel a little empty inside.

But now that the Pope's order has been delivered, staying outside will only escalate the situation further.

"Then I'll go back." Bibi Dong raised her head and said seriously, "After leaving the Forest, I'll return to Spirit City. I'll also personally explain things to my teacher here."

She paused for a moment, then looked at Li Qingshan, "But senior, you killed the Platinum Bishop, I'm afraid the Spirit Hall..."

"It's alright," Li Qingshan interrupted her, saying calmly, "If anyone asks, just tell the truth. There's no need to cover for me."

There's no need to hide what Soul Ring you acquired or why you broke through to the next level.

Bibi Dong looked at him, somewhat surprised.

Having killed the Platinum Bishop of the Spirit Hall, yet not even intending to conceal his name and whereabouts, where does this senior's confidence come from?

She didn't ask any more questions, but simply bowed respectfully.

"I owe my success in finding medicine, Alchemy, and hunting for Soul Ring all to your help, senior. I will never forget this kindness."

Li Qingshan nodded slightly.

"Let's go, it's time to get out."

Afternoon, the outer edge of the Sunset Forest.

The Coachman had been waiting for a long time, saw the three of them and quickly came over to greet them.

Two Spirit Hall Soul Master who were guarding nearby also stepped forward quickly, first bowing to Bibi Dong, and then looking behind her.

"Saintess, His Holiness the Bishop and the others..."

"I already know what happened." Bibi Dong said calmly, but her tone left no room for argument. "You will come back to Spirit City with me. I will explain the details to His Holiness the Pope."

The two exchanged a glance, and although they were puzzled, they dared not ask any further questions and hurriedly went to prepare their mounts.

Yu Xiaogang stood beside the carriage, watching this scene. He opened his mouth several times, but finally called out to her.

"Bibi Dong."

The girl turned around.

"What's wrong?"

Yu Xiaogang looked at her, momentarily at a loss for words, and finally whispered, "Be careful on the road."

Bibi Dong was slightly taken aback, then a smile appeared on her face.

"You too. You just absorbed your Second Soul Ring, so don't get so caught up in practicing the Sanpao technique that you deplete your Soul Power completely."

Yu Xiaogang nodded slightly.

Luo Sanpao, who was standing at her feet, seemed to sense the atmosphere of parting and leaned close to the girl, calling out softly.

"Luo Luo."

Bibi Dong squatted down, patted its head, and smiled, "From now on, stop thinking about chestnuts and focus on cultivating with your master."

The little guy wiggled his ears, making her laugh again.

Not far away, two Soul Masters had already brought over horses.

Bibi Dong stood up, bowed to Li Qingshan again, and then mounted her horse.

"Senior, this junior takes his leave."

Her gaze lingered on Yu Xiaogang for a moment before she looked away and followed the two Soul Master along the Official Road.

Yu Xiaogang stood there until the light purple figure gradually disappeared before asking in a low voice, "Teacher, will we have a chance to meet again in the future?"

Li Qingshan glanced at him, a slight smile playing on his lips, and said, "You'll see each other again soon."

Yu Xiaogang looked up abruptly, only to see that his teacher had already turned and walked towards the carriage.

Li Qingshan gazed at the end of the Official Road, the smile in his eyes gradually fading. He had just killed the Platinum Bishop of the Spirit Hall; given Qian Xunji's personality, how could he easily let it go?

They'll come knocking on our door sooner or later!

This was exactly the step he had been waiting for. Now that he had decided to take Bibi Dong his disciple, some people were bound to break off all pretense of civility sooner or later.

Li Qingshan lifted the carriage curtain, thinking to himself indifferently, "Qian Xunji, I'd like to see who you send to find me this time."