"It's him?"
Everyone's eyes lit up. If this young man was to become the Spirit Hall Saint Son, they would raise both hands in favor.
Such a monstrous talent had to be the Spirit Hall Saint Son, and could only be the Spirit Hall Saint Son.
Qian Daoliu frowned. "I have no objection to making him the Holy Son. But I do not agree to his marriage to Xiao Xue."
Xiao Xue was to undergo the Divine Trial and become the Angel God in the future.
He had opposed Qian Renxue going undercover in the Heaven Dou Empire from the start, wanting her to focus on cultivation.
But Qian Renxue had always wanted to prove herself to Bibi Dong. He worried that if he forcibly stopped her, this obsession might become an inner demon that would hinder her future Divine Trial, so he had agreed to Qian Renxue's Infiltration Plan.
He planned to find a suitable opportunity to begin her Divine Trial once Qian Renxue's Infiltration Plan ended.
Before that, he did not want Qian Renxue forming any other ties.
After speaking, Qian Daoliu turned to Chen Feng again, a kindly smile appearing on his face.
"Young man, I'm not saying there's anything wrong with you. There are simply some things I don't want to force on Xiao Xue. I hope you understand."
Chen Feng nodded. "I understand. I understand perfectly."
Who knew whether a woman forced into marriage could make a branch blossom and bear fruit?
If it could not blossom and bear fruit, she would be of little use apart from satisfying some physical pleasure.
Perhaps she would not even satisfy that physical pleasure.
Qian Daoliu grew increasingly pleased with Chen Feng. He had monstrous talent, yet was neither arrogant nor impatient.
After some thought, he said, "Apart from Xiao Xue, I can arrange for you to marry any woman in Spirit Hall you wish."
"I can marry any woman?"
Chen Feng's eyes lit up.
"Of course!"
Qian Daoliu nodded.
Bibi Dong's heart skipped a beat. Before Chen Feng could speak again, she cut in. "Great Enshrined, may I speak with you in private?"
Qian Daoliu's brows furrowed slightly. After a moment's consideration, he nodded.
The two stepped aside, and Bibi Dong transmitted her voice. "Great Enshrined, I know you want Qian Renxue to complete the Angel God Trial, but the Divine Trial is far more difficult than you imagine. Are you certain Qian Renxue can complete it?"
Qian Daoliu transmitted his reply without revealing anything in his expression. "Of course. Xiao Xue's talent and bloodline far surpass mine. I have faith in her."
Bibi Dong said coolly, "With all the years of the Qian Family's heritage, she surely isn't the only one whose talent and bloodline met the requirements. None of those before her became a god, which itself shows how difficult the Divine Trial is. Are you truly certain she has a one-hundred-percent chance of success?"
Qian Daoliu fell silent.
Bibi Dong continued transmitting her voice. "Chen Feng's Martial Soul is called the Family Tree. The more family members he has, the stronger he becomes. At the same time, those who become his family receive nourishment in return, continuously strengthening their Martial Souls, bodies, and souls. That is why I insist on having Qian Renxue marry him. Their marriage can keep Chen Feng in Spirit Hall forever while also making Qian Renxue's talent and strength greater, giving her a better chance of completing the Divine Trial."
Of course, she left her most important reason unspoken.
Over these three years of contact, Chen Feng had already become her inner demon. If she did not cut away this inner demon, she would be unable to pass the Divine Trial.
Having Chen Feng marry Qian Renxue would sever all her hopes completely, naturally cutting away her inner demon as well.
Although her relationship with Qian Renxue was not particularly good, and could even be called very cold.
There was one fact that could not be changed: Qian Renxue was her daughter.
"Such a miraculous Martial Soul exists in this world?"
Qian Daoliu was greatly shocked, then sank into thought again.
If that was truly the case, then Bibi Dong really had done nothing wrong today.
After a long while, he transmitted his voice. "Very well. I agree to this. I'll have someone send word to Xiao Xue immediately."
Just as Bibi Dong had said, he was not actually certain whether Qian Renxue could become a god.
But if Qian Renxue became Chen Feng's family, she could continuously receive nourishment in return, strengthening her Martial Soul, body, and soul.
That way, when her Divine Trial began in the future, Qian Renxue's strength would certainly far exceed expectations, and her chances of passing the Divine Trial would rise dramatically.
Bibi Dong inwardly breathed a sigh of relief, yet also felt an inexplicable sense of loss.
Qian Daoliu walked over to Chen Feng, patted his shoulder, and smiled. "I'll have someone send word to Xiao Xue and have her come back. Get ready to become my grandson-in-law."
At these words, everyone looked stunned.
The Great Enshrined had adamantly refused just moments ago. How had he changed his mind in the blink of an eye?
What exactly had the Supreme Pontiff said to the Great Enshrined?
Chen Feng blinked and asked tentatively, "Then does what you just said about letting me marry any woman in Spirit Hall still stand, Great Enshrined?"
Everyone wore a strange expression upon hearing this.
This boy truly had nerve. He was about to become the Great Enshrined's grandson-in-law, yet he still dared ask him such a question.
Bibi Dong shot Chen Feng a fierce glare, truly afraid this little bastard would brazenly say her name.
The smile on Qian Daoliu's face stiffened. Still smiling, he said, "What? Who else do you want to marry? Tell me, and I'll take care of them all at once."
Seeing his icy smile, Chen Feng hurriedly shook his head. "No, no. I was only asking."
Take care of them all at once?
He means kill them all at once, doesn't he?
Chen Feng grumbled inwardly.
"What a pity, then."
Qian Daoliu sighed and smiled. "All right, it's settled. Announce his appointment as Holy Son as soon as possible. Oh, Xiao Feng, would you like to stay in the Worship Hall? We can personally guide your cultivation."
"No need! I'm his teacher. I'll teach him."
Bibi Dong spoke first.
If Chen Feng stayed in the Worship Hall, it would probably be very difficult to see him in the future.
Her feelings were conflicted now. She wanted to push Chen Feng away to cut away her inner demon, yet she did not want to push him too far.
Chen Feng nodded as well. "Great Enshrined, I'll be fine cultivating under my teacher."
"Very well!"
Qian Daoliu did not try to persuade him further, merely reminding him, "If you need anything in the future, don't hesitate to ask. As long as it's within my power, I will do everything I can to help."
"I'll remember that. Thank you, Great Enshrined."
Chen Feng smiled and nodded.
Qian Daoliu patted Chen Feng's shoulder, then turned and entered the Worship Hall.
The other Enshrined also gave Chen Feng a long look before turning to leave.
"Dismissed."
Bibi Dong spoke coolly.
"Yes, Your Holiness."
The elders answered in unison, then dispersed.
Bibi Dong led Chen Feng and Hu Liena toward the Papal Palace.
Hu Liena walked behind them, while Chen Feng walked side by side with Bibi Dong.
After returning to the Papal Palace, Bibi Dong said coolly, "Nana, wait outside. I have something to ask him. Take him to the Holy Son Hall afterward."
"Yes, Teacher."
Hu Liena answered respectfully.
"Come inside with me."
Bibi Dong glanced at Chen Feng and strode into the hall.
Chen Feng followed her inside. After closing the door, he reached out and wrapped his arm around Bibi Dong's waist.
"Dongdong, you're truly heartless."
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