Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue, Mother and Daughter
Later, Ning Rongrong came out and even approached Qian Renxue, who was disguised as Xue Qinghe, hoping that the Heaven Dou Empire could send troops to destroy the Spirit Hall.
Ning Rongrong was too naive in front of Qian Renxue. She was easily dismissed by Qian Renxue with just a few words, and Qian Renxue even managed to extract a lot of information from her, such as Chen Mo's views on the current situation on the mainland and whether he had any plans to intervene.
Qian Renxue: "If you could persuade that deity to intervene and destroy the Spirit Hall, wouldn't that be a piece of cake?"
Ning Rongrong shook her head. "I actually rarely see that person. He's either in seclusion cultivating or cultivating. He only cares about Lin Yaodong and his family. He doesn't really pay attention to anyone else, not even Dugu Yan, who has feelings for him. Asking him for help is not as useful as asking Sister Mo."
A sly glint flashed in Qian Renxue's eyes. "Oh, really? Then why not ask Chen Mo to plead with her brother?"
Ning Rongrong: "It's no use. That person sealed off the mountain because he didn't want to get involved in the affairs of the Douluo Continent. He also confined Sister Mo to her quarters, forbidding Sister Mo from going out, just to prevent Sister Mo from getting involved in the conflicts of the continent."
Qian Renxue smiled slightly, and after extracting a lot of useful information, she sent Ning Rongrong away for the time being.
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When Ning Rongrong came out, the mountain hadn't been closed for long. Ning Rongrong didn't know that Chen Mo was already gone. In fact, no one else would have thought of that. It was only later, as time went by and Chen Mo still didn't appear, that everyone realized something was wrong.
Zhu Zhuqing noticed something was amiss, because she discovered that Chen Mo would sometimes be lost in thought, muttering to herself, and shedding tears.
However, Zhu Zhuqing wouldn't be foolish enough to spread these things around after she came out. So, even if Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue sensed something, they were too intimidated by Chen Mo's terrifying power to take action.
However, if Chen Mo had returned a few years later, they probably wouldn't have been able to hold back. Even if they didn't take direct action, they would have sent powerful individuals without official status to test him.
The news of Chen Mo's rebirth quickly spread throughout the entire continent.
Even more exciting news is that Moon Shadow Wind Spirit Academy is preparing for a large-scale recruitment drive, regardless of identity or talent, only based on fate.
Lin Yaodong went further and revealed that graduates of the Moon Shadow Wind Spirit Academy must be at least Titled Douluo level; those without Titled Douluo strength cannot graduate.
Furthermore, Moon Shadow Wind Spirit Academy possesses numerous divine inheritances; as long as you have the ability, you can become a god.
Creating a fifth-order god in the Douluo Continent wouldn't be difficult for Chen Mo. Of course, if he directly said he could help someone become a god, probably not many people in the Douluo Continent would believe it.
But the idea of possessing divine inheritance is much more credible.
Leaving aside low-level Soul Master, high-level Soul Master, especially those at the Titled Douluo level, who have some experience, know that the existence of gods is real, because the continent has indeed left behind many divine legacies.
As a result, everyone in the entire Douluo Continent went crazy. Wherever Chen Mo stopped, countless people would soon come to see if they were destined to meet him.
Angel City, also known as Heavenly Soul City, was originally named Spirit City. Now it is the holy city of the Angel Church and the capital of the Heavenly Soul Empire.
Angel City is located inside Heavenly Soul City; it is a city within a city.
Heavenly Soul City is naturally much larger than the previous Spirit City, having been expanded more than ten times, after all, many more imperial departments and people have been added.
Angel Hall.
"Grandpa, those people have been born!"
Upon learning of Chen Mo's birth, Qian Renxue immediately went to the Angel Hall to find Qian Daoliu.
He also told him about some of the things Lin Yaodong Lu Xuan.
Qian Daoliu pondered for a moment before saying, "Let's put aside the matters of the Angel Church and the Heavenly Soul Empire for now. You've wasted too much time and energy on these mundane affairs."
Qian Renxue was unwilling. "But Grandpa, I'm about to take back the Angel Church and everything our Qian Family has. I don't want to give up now."
Qian Daoliu: "Remember, in this world, strength is the foundation. If you have already completed the Angel Nine Trials and become Angel God, the Angel Church and the Heavenly Soul Empire will be nothing more than a matter of a word."
Because of these mundane matters, you have greatly delayed the progress of the angel's assessment.
Don't hold a grudge against Bibi Dong; she is still your mother. Whether it's the Angel Church or the Heavenly Soul Empire, they will all be yours in the future.
Qian Renxue said emotionally, "No, I don't have a mother, I only have my grandfather. My grandfather is my only family."
Qian Daoliu sighed, "Alas! Actually, your mother has always been worried about you, but she has been living in hatred, and because of this hatred, she has treated you so coldly."
After the destruction of Heaven Dou City, I heard you were seriously injured. She abandoned everything and stayed by your side until your condition stabilized before leaving.
Qian Renxue exclaimed in disbelief, "Impossible! How could that woman do such a thing?"
Grandpa, you must be lying to me, right?
Qian Daoliu rebuked harshly, "Because she ordered that no one be allowed to tell you about this."
"Sigh, if it weren't for the fact that you and your daughter are making so much money these days, I probably would have followed her wishes and kept this a secret from you."
"You two had some conflicts before, but it was only your subordinates fighting. Now, you two are personally involved. I'm afraid if you continue fighting, it will inevitably end with one dead and one injured. You and your mother are both so stubborn. Do you only cherish things after you lose them?"
Since the merger of Heaven Dou and Spirit Hall, the power struggle between the two sides has been fierce.
Unlike the original story, in the original, Qian Renxue's undercover mission failed, resulting in the complete loss of her power in the Heaven Dou Empire. The only parts of the Spirit Hall that remained under her control were the Douluo Hall and the Worship Hall, and she was only able to retain them because of Qian Daoliu's presence.
In fact, besides these forces, there were still many high-ranking members of the Spirit Hall, and the heads of the various Spirit Hall Branch were also loyal to the Qian Family. However, at that time, the power controlled by Qian Renxue was not enough for them to stand up and support her, so her influence was only in the Douluo Hall and the Worship Hall.
Now, with the entire Qian Renxue Heaven Dou Empire at her back, those high-ranking members of the Spirit Hall who are loyal to the Qian Family don't need her to win Qian Renxue over; they automatically gather around her and compete against the Pope's lineage controlled by Qian Renxue Bibi Dong.
After all, the Heaven Dou Empire itself is no weaker than the Spirit Hall Empire; under such circumstances, is there even a need to choose?
Qian Renxue definitely had a better chance of winning, and that was indeed the case; Bibi Dong's side was completely overwhelmed.
Even Hu Liena was stripped of her title as a saint.
The Spirit Hall side was relatively restrained, as the higher-ups understood that this was a matter between the mother and daughter, and they hadn't completely broken ties. However, the Heaven Dou Empire was a different story. They were like mad dogs, gathering behind Qian Renxue and frantically suppressing Bibi Dong Dong's faction.
After all, Qian Renxue could only succeed Bibi Dong after she abdicated.
Can there truly be a crown prince who reigns for seventy years?
The generals of the Heaven Dou lineage were even more anxious than Qian Renxue. They were the ones making the most noise, constantly clamoring for Bibi Dong to step down and for Qian Renxue to succeed her. After all, only if Qian Renxue succeeded her could they take a step forward.
As the saying goes, "A new emperor brings a new court," and it was under the influence of the Heaven Dou lineage that those in the Spirit Hall who supported Qian Renxue's lineage also began to stir up trouble. They knew that Qian Renxue was destined to succeed to the throne, and if they didn't contribute now, wouldn't they be squeezed out of the center of power later?
It was with this mindset that the Qian Family the Spirit Hall gave Qian Renxue a great gift, directly threatening Bibi Dong that the Spirit Hall could only have one Holy Maiden!
To protect Hu Liena's life, Bibi Dong tearfully stripped Hu Liena of her title as a saintess; otherwise, Hu Liena would have truly died in the power struggle among the higher-ups.
It was precisely at this moment that Bibi Dong was thoroughly angered, forcing her to personally confront Bibi Dong. At this point, Qian Renxue had no choice but to step forward as well. After all, they were all striving to seize power in the empire as soon as possible, and this was the general trend. Qian Renxue could only follow the trend and fight against Bibi Dong.
Therefore, the struggle between the two sides is becoming increasingly fierce. Both sides are still relatively rational and have not crossed the final line. Some high-ranking officials have died because of this matter, but this calm will not last long.
Once either side crosses the line, the two factions will completely clash, and at that point, one side must be crushed before the conflict will end.
The struggle for power is human nature, and it is unavoidable.
After hearing her grandfather Qian Daoliu's words Qian Renxue fell completely silent.
Qian Renxue: "It's too late. The time has come to decide the winner. Even if I don't fight, my subordinates will force me to, not just for power, but also for self-preservation. If I lose, they know their fate very well. The best outcome will be being banished from the center of power, or even death."
Qian Daoliu: "You don't need to worry about these things. Now, until you complete the Angel Seventh Trial, don't go anywhere. I'll handle those matters for you."
Qian Renxue panicked. "Grandpa, what are you trying to do? I'm your own granddaughter! Are you willing to help her rather than me?"
Qian Daoliu his head. "No, I'm just helping her. I just don't want to see the Angel Church and the Heavenly Soul Empire fall into internal strife. You can stay here for now."
After saying this, Qian Daoliu sealed off the Angel Hall, leaving Qian Renxue there. She couldn't go anywhere until she completed the Seventh Trial.
Qian Renxue cried out in anguish, "No, Grandpa, you can't do this..."
On the other side.
The Pope Hall.
"Nana, how long have you been following me?"
Hu Liena respectfully replied, "Reporting to the teacher, Nana was adopted by the teacher when she was a child, and it has been more than twenty years."
Bibi Dong: "Don't be shy, be natural. Come forward and let your teacher take a good look at you."
"Yes, teacher."
Hu Liena was somewhat reserved and uneasy; she had never seen Bibi Dong like this before.
Bibi Dong looked at Hu Liena with only affection and reluctance on her face.
Bibi Dong essentially gave all the love she had for her daughter to Hu Liena, treating her as her own daughter, and she reserved most of her maternal radiance for Hu Liena.
"I stripped you of your sainthood, do you blame me?"
Hu Liena: "Teacher, you did all this to protect me. If you hadn't done it, Nana would probably have been harmed by them long ago. Those people really went too far. I understand the pressure you're under, teacher."
Bibi Dong: "That's good. I'm glad you think that way."
But in the end, I still couldn't protect you!
"Leave the Angel God Church. I am still the Pope and Emperor, and I can barely keep your life, but the day I abdicate, they might harm you."
You are well aware of the current situation. The Qian Family's power has far surpassed ours. Qian Renxue's succession is a foregone conclusion; it's only a matter of time.
Hu Liena shed tears. "Teacher, are you sending me away? Hu Liena has been by your side since I was little, growing up in the Spirit Hall. If you ask me to leave, where can I go?"
Bibi Dong stroked Hu Liena's face and gently wiped away her tears.
"Go to the Moon Shadow Wind Spirit Academy. Once you're there, I'll never have to worry about those people hurting you again."
Hu Liena asked doubtfully, "Moon Shadow Wind Spirit? But can I even go? We don't seem to have any connection with the Moon Shadow Wind Spirit Academy, and even if we do, it's not a good one."
Bibi Dong explained, "If it's that person's sister, Chen Mo, your chances of getting in are probably slim, because we have a feud with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Star Luo Empire. Ning Rongrong is the sect leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and Zhu Zhuqing is from the Zhu Family family of the Star Luo Empire. Because of the relationship between these two, it will be very difficult for you to get in."
However, the announcement of recruitment by Moon Shadow Wind Spirit was made by Lin Yaodong, which means that it was that person who wanted to do this.
That person only cared about his family; he didn't care about anyone else, whether it was the current Heavenly Soul Empire or the remnants of the previous dynasty.
Therefore, it is possible for you to enter Moon Shadow Wind Spirit Academy.
Hu Liena asked, somewhat puzzled, "Teacher, why do you think that?"
"Because that person is paving the way for his sister!"
Hu Liena: "Paving the road? Teacher, why do you say that?"
Bibi Dong looked at Hu Liena's beautiful face with a hint of doting affection. "Because that's what I did before."
Bibi Dong smiled, touched her face, and said, "I made you a saintess before because I wanted you to inherit my Pope."
Bibi Dong sighed again, as if she had thought of something.
"However, as you've seen, Qian Renxue's power now completely surpasses mine. Forget about letting you inherit my position; even protecting you would be difficult."
Looking at Bibi Dong, whose hair was completely white and whose face had wrinkles, Hu Liena felt only guilt and self-reproach.
"I'm sorry, teacher, if it weren't for me, you would also..."
Before Hu Liena could finish speaking, Bibi Dong pressed her finger to her lips, signaling her not to mention these things.
Seeing this, Hu Liena had no choice but to change the subject. "But why would that Space Deity do such a thing?"
Bibi Dong: "That's beyond my guess. Perhaps he intends for Chen Mo to inherit the divine position, but that doesn't make sense."
Well!
How could we mortals possibly fathom the thoughts of the gods?