After returning from Bibi Dong's place, Xiao Wu immediately went up to congratulate Qi Ling, saying, " Brother Qi, congratulations! You're now the number one in the world!"
Qi Ling looked at Xiao Wu in front of her and whispered, " Xiao Wu, don't do anything later. No matter what happens, you must remember not to leave my side, understand?"
After much thought, Qi Ling concluded that the only possible reason was Xiao Wu. It was likely that her identity had been exposed, and the Spirit Hall was about to launch a capture operation against her.
Although we don't know what Bibi Dong's true feelings are towards Xiao Wu, since she let her escape, she must know about her relationship with Xiao Wu. Therefore, we can assume that Bibi Dong was helping Xiao Wu.
However, if Bibi Dong is helping Xiao Wu, then who would want to harm Xiao Wu?
Seeing Qi Ling's serious expression, Xiao Wu knew he was serious, so she asked, " Brother Qi, what happened...?"
" Xiao Wu, I'll explain everything else to you later. But for now, just believe me, no matter what happens, I will protect you, okay?" Qi Ling said.
Xiao Wu pursed her lips, nodded, and said, "Yes, I understand, Brother Qi!"
So, while the cardinal was still reciting the blessing declaration, Qi Ling immediately said that she had been injured in the match and hoped to go to recuperate beforehand.
Meanwhile, Tang San of the Shrek Team also suffered serious injuries and urgently needs treatment. Although it is impolite, please ask his younger sister, Xiao Wu, to take Tang San to receive treatment first.
Such a request was undoubtedly very impolite, especially in front of the Pope, so Ning Fengzhi stood up and said, " Qi Ling, the awards ceremony isn't that complicated, why don't you..."
"It's alright, I grant permission!" Bibi Dong suddenly said, "In that case, I allow you to leave first, and the awards ceremony can be continued by others."
In that instant, Qi Ling read a thousand thoughts in Bibi Dong's eyes: worry, guilt, and reluctance. But Qi Ling only knew that he owed her again. Perhaps there was no other woman in the world whom he owed so much.
Upon hearing Bibi Dong's decision, the Spirit Hall elder sitting next to her was startled, clearly having a different opinion, but refrained from speaking out due to the Pope's authority.
Just as Qi Ling, along with Xiao Wu and Tang San, were about to leave the plaza, a voice suddenly came from all directions, stopping them. "Stop! I haven't given you permission to leave yet. Where do you think you're going!"
Then, to everyone's astonishment, a handsome man dressed in golden armor and wearing a golden helmet descended from the sky and landed on the square.
Along with the arrival of this man, nine other people dressed in red cloaks descended from the sky, blocking all exit routes in the square.
To everyone's astonishment, these nine people wearing red cloaks were all radiating extremely powerful Soul Power fluctuations, indicating that they were all experts above the Titled Douluo level!
Only one organization in the world could mobilize so many Titled Douluo at once: the Spirit Hall! Qi Ling frowned. If even Pope Bibi Dong was here, then who was this man? Qian Daoliu?
Pope Bibi Dong's expression changed drastically upon seeing the man. She hadn't expected her arrangements to be a step too late, and that this man had actually driven her back. She could only shout, " Qian Xunji! What are you planning to do, blocking the teams in this competition?!"
In an instant, it was as if a thunderbolt had exploded in Qi Ling's mind. He felt that he had never been so surprised since he came into this world.
Shocked, Qi Ling looked at the man's face. This was Qian Xunji? The previous Pope of the Spirit Hall? But shouldn't he be dead, and killed by Bibi Dong no less?
Although the world has changed a lot since then, this event is undoubtedly the most impactful!
More importantly, this happened before I transmigrated here. Before I arrived, it was already a completely different new world!
Upon hearing Bibi Dong's question, Qian Xunji sneered and said, "Hmph! Bibi Dong, I don't care if you and your Pope are playing house, but if you want to ruin my plans, you'd better think carefully about the consequences!"
"You know perfectly well that this Soul Beast is the one who escaped from the net back then, so why do you still want to let her go? In order to oppose me, have you completely disregarded the future of the Spirit Hall?"
Qian Xunji's words left everyone present completely bewildered, because Xiao Wu had not revealed her identity at all this time, so apart from a few people directly involved, no one knew what had happened.
As the sect leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Ning Fengzhi was naturally qualified to ask questions. So he stood up and asked, "Your Highness Divine Lord Qian Xunji, may I ask what you mean by the Soul Beast? If it is an internal matter of the Spirit Hall, we naturally cannot interfere, but my daughter is also in the Shrek Academy team. I beg you to show leniency."
Qian Xunji snorted coldly and said, "I have no interest in anyone else, only in her!"
As Qian Xunji spoke, he pointed to Xiao Wu behind Qi Ling. Ever since Qian Xunji appeared, Xiao Wu had been trembling incessantly and could barely move, only able to stand by relying on Qi Ling.
Ning Fengzhi frowned and said, " Divine Lord Highness, I still don't understand what you mean. That little girl is just an ordinary student at the Shrek Academy. What does she have to do with the Spirit Hall?"
"If she were just an ordinary student, I naturally wouldn't make things difficult for her. But if she is a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast that has taken human form, then I have every reason to take her down!" Qian Xunji sneered.
As soon as Qian Xunji said this, everyone's attention was drawn to Xiao Wu. Even the other members of the Shrek Seven Devils looked at her with surprise.
In a daze, Xiao Wu felt as if everyone in the world was watching her. In their eyes, she was no longer a living person, but a Soul Beast, a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring, and a Soul Bone!
It felt as if the whole world had abandoned me, and only the man in front of me continued to protect me as always.
If even Qi Ling were to abandon her, Xiao Wu believed that she would collapse without anyone having to lift a finger.
" Brother Qi..." Xiao Wu said, her voice trembling with tears. Now that she knew her true identity, would his opinion of her change?
"What is it, Xiao Wu?" Qi Ling's voice was as warm and calm as ever.
"I, I am..."
" Xiao Wu, do you remember what I said? No matter who you are, you are first and foremost my sister!" Qi Ling said calmly. "Anyone who wants to capture you will have to step over my dead body."
" Brother Qi, when did you find out?" Xiao Wu asked in surprise.
"From the very beginning, from the first moment I saw you, I knew," Qi Ling said. "Not only me, but Xiao San also knew your identity."
"So, Xiao Wu, you've never been alone; we've always been with you."
At this moment, Xiao Wu was at a loss for words. Tears streamed uncontrollably down her face. She felt that even if she were to die right now, it would be worth it.
Qian Xunji watched the two confess their love, then scoffed, "Hmph! What a hypocrite! How can humans and Soul Beast be lumped together? It's nothing but crooked and heretical practices!"
"Since you want to die with her, then I'll grant your wish!"