"Little Tiantian, I heard about what happened today."
"You certainly acted fast, taking Hu Liena as my disciple on my behalf and using Xue'er to win Salas over."
"But I heard Qian Xunji plans to send Xue'er to the Heaven Dou Empire to go undercover."
"That poor child. Qian Xunji secretly killed Li Ya, and now she has to go undercover in the Heaven Dou Empire. Why is her fate so tragic?"
"Little Tiantian, I don't want to see Li Ya's child suffer. I want to give Xue'er some warmth."
"When will we finally seize the initiative in Spirit Hall?"
Bibi Dong felt relieved by the decisions Ye Tian had made that day, but she lamented Qian Renxue's fate.
Li Ya had already disappeared, most likely murdered by Qian Xunji. Bibi Dong ought to shoulder the responsibility of loving and protecting Qian Renxue.
But to avoid arousing Qian Xunji's suspicions, Ye Tian had made her suppress the love in her heart and act as though she loathed Qian Renxue.
"Sister Dong'er, my plan is already underway. In a year at most, Qian Xunji will be finished."
Ye Tian understood Bibi Dong's frustration. She desperately wanted to kill Qian Xunji, ascend the throne, and give Qian Renxue a warm home, but they still had to wait for the right moment.
"All right. I'll hold on for another year, then."
Hearing that Qian Xunji would soon die, Bibi Dong clenched her fists in anticipation.
Ye Tian's predictions were always accurate. She hoped Qian Xunji would die right before her eyes, letting her vent her anger.
"Lord Auspicious Beast, Salas requests an audience."
Suddenly, Ah Yin walked in with great deference and reported to Ye Tian.
"Oh? Salas?"
"It seems he's here to pledge his loyalty. Show him in."
The moment Ye Tian heard Salas had come, he knew what the man wanted.
This was the perfect chance for Bibi Dong to take this faithful old hound under her wing.
"Yes!"
Ah Yin acknowledged his order and went to invite Salas inside.
"Sister Dong'er, take Salas under your wing when he comes in."
"He's a little lecherous and rather devious, but his loyalty isn't a problem."
"Give him a few benefits, and he'll brave boiling water and raging fire for you."
"Right now, you urgently need to build up your own power base. Salas is a good candidate to win over."
"With him at the Heaven Dou City branch hall, he can spare you a great deal of trouble."
Ye Tian explained Salas's importance to Bibi Dong.
In the original story, Salas had been a vital instrument in dealings involving the Heaven Dou Empire, and much of the intelligence had come through his hands.
He was a cunning character who dared to defy the Heaven Dou Imperial Family and proclaim Spirit Hall's might, yet knew exactly how far he could go.
Someone else could replace the Branch Hall Master in Heaven Dou City, but a talent like Salas was irreplaceable.
Since Ye Tian could not stop Qian Renxue from going undercover in the Heaven Dou Empire, he would have Salas assist her.
With an old fox like Salas passing on his experience, Qian Renxue could grow quickly.
Only after tempering her mind would she be able to pass the tests smoothly when she undertook the angel god trial.
"All right. I'll bring him into my ranks."
Seeing how highly Ye Tian valued Salas, Bibi Dong naturally would not underestimate him.
She truly did need to build her own circle of supporters now.
"Sister Dong'er, I'll go back to my room and rest, then. Take your time talking to Salas."
"Ah Rou, is my bath ready? Come scrub my back."
Ye Tian had considerable faith in Bibi Dong, so he yawned, stretched, and left while holding Ah Rou's hand.
As soon as he stepped out of the room, he saw Salas.
"Greetings, my lord Little Saint Son!"
Upon seeing Ye Tian, Salas dropped straight to his knees and kowtowed to demonstrate his loyalty.
"Mm. Archbishop Salas, get up."
"Congratulations on your promotion to Platinum Grand Archbishop and your upcoming appointment in Heaven Dou City."
"My teacher is inside. Make sure you impress her."
"I told her you're a talented man."
"I hope you won't disappoint me or the Saintess."
"Perhaps it won't be long before your standing reaches the pinnacle of your life."
Ye Tian was very pleased with Salas's attitude. After giving him those instructions, he returned to his bedroom.
At that moment, Ah Yin also entered, shut the door securely, and helped Ye Tian undress and bathe.
Before long, Bibi Dong arrived, slowly removed her clothes, and climbed into the bathtub.
Seeing Bibi Dong, Ah Yin and Ah Rou tidied up their things, left the room, and stood guard outside.
Over the past two years, Bibi Dong had fiercely guarded what was hers. She rarely let Ah Yin and Ah Rou spend time alone with Ye Tian at night, afraid the two would steal a taste of him.
"Little Tiantian, you really do have a good eye. This Salas is quite capable and farsighted."
"Sending him to Heaven Dou City will indeed make the most of his strengths."
"Today, you not only found me a good disciple, but also helped me recruit a Platinum Grand Archbishop. You've rendered a great service."
"Tell me, how would you like me to reward you?"
"But let me make this clear first: you can't get carried away like last time."
"Otherwise, I won't let you off."
Bibi Dong pinched Ye Tian's little nose, her face flushed as she let his hands wander over her.
"Hehe, Sister Dong'er, don't worry. I won't."
Ye Tian gave a sheepish laugh and lunged toward Bibi Dong.
Dong'er, don't rush. Once you become Pope, I'll make you mine and turn you into my woman in every sense. That will be a wonderful way to commemorate it.
An anniversary like that is worth having. It's only a year, anyway. I can still hold out.
Listening to Ye Tian's inner voice, Bibi Dong's heart raced, and her face grew even redder.
Was Ye Tian going to make me his?
This is so embarrassing.
When that day really comes, what should I do?
Should I refuse or accept?
Oh, goodness!
Why am I even looking forward to it?
Bibi Dong, how did you end up like this?
While Bibi Dong's thoughts ran wild and she struggled to decide what to do, Ye Tian's actions crossed the line she could tolerate.
"Little Tiantian, no. You can't do that."
"I'm begging you!"
Bibi Dong snapped back to her senses and immediately stopped Ye Tian.
Didn't we just discuss this?
Why was he falling back into his old habits again?
So far, she could accept anything except Ye Tian's fondness for playing with water.
Once, she had nearly lost control and made a terrible mistake.
"Sister Dong'er, I only saw you spacing out and wanted to perk you up a little," Ye Tian said with a wicked grin.
"Hmph. I think your hands were just itching."
Bibi Dong snorted, then leaned in and kissed him deeply.
Seeing Bibi Dong take such initiative, Ye Tian froze for a moment.
Heavens!
Could Bibi Dong no longer hold back? Was she going to make him hers?
Surely not!
He had thought Bibi Dong would only give in and break through that final barrier with him after ascending to the papal throne, when her stress eased and she was swept up in joy.
He had never expected it to happen so soon.
Wonderful! He had wanted to make Bibi Dong his for ages.
"Brother Little Tian, are you there?"
Just as Ye Tian was about to make Bibi Dong his, Qian Renxue's voice suddenly called from outside.
Hearing her, both Ye Tian and Bibi Dong regained their composure.
Bibi Dong, in particular, pushed Ye Tian away, her face covered in a deep blush.
Seriously? Why is Xue'er coming to see me in the middle of the night? She's ruined my moment!
Listening to his inner voice and looking at Ye Tian's disgruntled face, Bibi Dong also showed a flicker of regret in her eyes.
Still, this was just as well. She would save that experience for the day she ascended to the papal throne.
"Little Tiantian, this is all your fault."
"You'd better go out quickly. Xue'er must have something urgent to discuss if she's come to see you this late."
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