This wasn't Xiao Yan's first time visiting the Pope's Palace.
In the square in the Pope's Palace, a towering Angel Statue, twenty feet tall, holding a long sword and with wings on its back, overlooks the entire Spirit City.
That plaza was the very place where Xiao Yan and his team held their final competition.
A hint of nostalgia couldn't help but appear in Xiao Yan's eyes.
However, this was not the time for reminiscing. Xiao Yan and Hu Liena walked into the main hall side by side. Once inside, they saw Bibi Dong sitting high on the main seat, looking down at them.
She changed into a simple black robe, wore a golden crown, and her face remained beautiful and dignified.
But at this moment, she seemed less aloof and more scrutinizing.
"Greetings, Your His Holiness the Pope!"
Xiao Yan and Hu Liena bowed to Bibi Dong in unison and spoke respectfully.
Bibi Dong remained silent for a moment, and Xiao Yan could feel that Bibi Dong's gaze was fixed on him.
"Get up."
However, Bibi Dong didn't say much, but just stared at Xiao Yan for a moment before speaking.
"Thank you, Your His Holiness the Pope!"
Xiao Yan and Hu Liena bowed again and stood up.
Hu Liena, who knew Bibi Dong very well, also realized something at this moment; the teacher seemed different from usual.
He seemed to pay close attention to Xiao Yan.
Bibi Dong's gaze swept over the two of them, then fell back on Xiao Yan. Her authoritative voice echoed in the Pope's Palace:
" Xiao Yan, I am very satisfied with your performance."
Xiao Yan bowed slightly.
"Thank you for the compliment, Your Majesty."
Bibi Dong nodded, then changed the subject, her eyes narrowing slightly, and continued:
"However, there is one thing I don't understand, and I would like to ask you."
It's here!
Xiao Yan felt a chill run down his spine, but his face remained impassive.
"Your Majesty, please speak."
Bibi Dong stared at Xiao Yan and slowly said:
"You are a genius of the Spirit Hall. You should understand that the Spirit Hall can provide you with anything you want, but only if you are loyal to the Spirit Hall."
"This humble servant dares not forget the kindness of the Spirit Hall. As long as Your Majesty does not abandon me, this humble servant will naturally be a member of the Spirit Hall."
"Good! I knew I hadn't misjudged you. You deserve the title of Holy Son of the Spirit Hall."
Bibi Dong nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this, then changed the subject and continued:
"But...
Now everyone knows that you possess Twin Martial Souls. At only seventeen years old, you have already advanced to the Soul Emperor level, becoming the youngest Soul Emperor in the history of the Spirit Hall.
I just don't know, what exactly is your Second Martial Soul?
Bibi Dong's eyes were fixed on Xiao Yan, her pupils already showing a hint of red light.
As the Pope, she knew even better about the God Level Martial Soul that were above the top-tier Martial Soul.
Just like the Angel Martial Soul passed down through the Qian Family, it is God Level Martial Soul.
Yu Xiaogang told her about Xiao Yan's Martial Soul, helping him break free from its constraints and advance to the Soul Elder. This incredible effect made Bibi Dong wonder if Xiao Yan's Second Martial Soul was also God Level Martial Soul.
Xiao Yan's pupils contracted slightly.
After a moment of silence, under Bibi Dong's gradually increasing pressure, Xiao Yan cupped his hands. Then, under the gaze of Bibi Dong and Hu Liena, a pitch-black humanoid figure appeared in front of him and merged with Xiao Yan.
"Um?"
As Xiao Yan fused with the Soul Division Martial Soul, Bibi Dong could sense that Xiao Yan's strength was experiencing a rapid surge.
Although he is only a level 61 Soul Emperor, the aura he is currently displaying is already comparable to that of Soul Saint.
" Your His Holiness the Pope, my Second Martial Soul is called Soul Division. After fusion, it can enhance my strength, attack, speed, and perception."
This is my trump card, which is why I haven't revealed it before. Please forgive me, Your Majesty.
A hint of hesitation flashed across Xiao Yan's face, as if revealing his trump card was taking a huge risk.
On the high platform, Bibi Dong's lips curled into a slight smile.
He bowed slightly, his gaze towards Xiao Yan carrying a hint of mockery, his tone tinged with a light laugh:
"Is that so? Xiao Yan, there's no need to hide anything from me."
I've heard that your Second Martial Soul is called ' Soul Division,' which seems to be able to enhance a person's talent.
"You broke through from Soul Grandmaster to Soul Emperor in just a few years. With that kind of speed, the rumors don't seem to be unfounded."
Xiao Yan fell silent.
Bibi Dong spoke, Xiao Yan understood.
It must have been Yu Xiaogang who told Bibi Dong the secret of his Soul Division Martial Soul.
However, at least for now, it seems that Bibi Dong only understands the importance of improving her talent.
However, Xiao Yan was certain that once Yu Xiaogang told her about the connection between his Martial Soul and another world, Bibi Dong would definitely make a move against him.
However, Xiao Yan is now hesitant, wondering if it's necessary to feign compliance given the current situation.
At least for now, it seems that Bibi Dong is only interested in the fact that her Martial Soul can enhance her talent.
" Your His Holiness the Pope, I presume Yu Xiaogang informed you of this news?"
Xiao Yan decided to test the current state of Bibi Dong and Yu Xiaogang's relationship.
If Bibi Dong completely trusted Yu Xiaogang, he wouldn't need to stay here and take the risk.
"You should know that I was originally a member of the Shrek Team. Later, after encountering Dugu Bo, I was poisoned. It was Yu Xiaogang who secretly did it."
He used methods that only Evil Soul Master would employ on me, causing me to fall into a deep sleep for half a year, in excruciating pain.
Would His Holiness the Pope believe the words of such a ruthless and malicious person?
Xiao Yan took a deep breath, raised his head, and looked directly into Bibi Dong's eyes.
"Your Majesty, my Second Martial Soul is indeed somewhat special, but compared to the Spirit Hall's thousand-year-old heritage, it is merely an insignificant ripple. I hope Your Majesty will forgive me."
Bibi Dong's eyes turned cold.
"Please forgive me?"
She stood up, slowly walked down the steps, and came to stand in front of Xiao Yan.
The pressure from the Titled Douluo was like a mountain pressing down!
Xiao Yan felt a sudden darkness before his eyes, and he could barely breathe!
The oppressive force was so real that his bones creaked and groaned, as if they might shatter at any moment!
But he gritted his teeth and persevered, staring intently at Bibi Dong.
" Xiao Yan." Bibi Dong's icy voice rang in his ear, "I'll ask you one last time: speak, or not speak?"
Xiao Yan remained silent.
He simply gritted his teeth, enduring the terrifying pressure.
Hu Liena watched from the side, wanting to speak, but found herself unable to utter a word.
She never expected that Xiao Yan's Second Martial Soul could actually change a person's talent.
If it's true...
Thinking of this, Hu Liena felt a little comforted that Xiao Yan had been able to reach the Soul Emperor Realm in such a short time.
At the same time, a storm raged in his heart. If this news was true, with Xiao Yan around, wouldn't the Spirit Hall be able to cultivate geniuses in an endless stream?
Thinking of this, Hu Liena couldn't help but gasp, her eyes filled with shock.