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"Yes, Your Holiness."
As Yue Guan's footsteps faded away,
Bibi Dong stood up and turned to the blonde girl behind her. "Alright, Na Na, I have some matters to attend to, and you should go to class."
"Teacher, I want to take a look too."
At this moment, Hu Liena's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she looked at Bibi Dong, her tone filled with anticipation.
"I've heard that the fourth prince of the Star Luo Empire, Dai Chengfeng, possesses the rarest full soul power from birth—a once-in-a-century phenomenon—but his reckless absorption of soul rings has left him weak."
"Yet, he single-handedly orchestrated the brilliant strategy of 'repairing roads openly while secretly crossing Wu Ping,' earning him the nickname 'War Sage' among the soldiers of the Star Luo Empire…"
"And even you, Teacher, place such importance on him."
With that, Hu Liena gently tugged at Bibi Dong's arm with her delicate hands, swaying it as she coaxed:
"Teacher, please let me come along~"
"I'm so curious—what kind of person is he? How can he stir up such a storm?"
Hu Liena's narrow fox-like eyes shimmered with moisture, her long lashes fluttering innocently as she gazed pleadingly at Bibi Dong.
Bibi Dong had intended to explain that her interest in Dai Chengfeng stemmed from the mention of that 'acquaintance' who had expressed dissatisfaction…
But seeing Hu Liena's adorable expression, her stern face softened instantly, her eyes brimming with affection.
"You're always so good at being spoiled with me."
Bibi Dong raised her hand and gently tapped Hu Liena's nose, sighing helplessly. "Fine, fine. Since you really want to go, then follow along."
"But let me make one thing clear…"
"No causing trouble—you can only watch quietly from the side."
...
In the square outside the Pope's Palace in Spirit City,
Yue Guan had already returned, his demeanor tinged with an air of anticipation as he glanced at Dai Chengfeng.
"Follow me. The Pope is waiting for you in the main hall."
Dai Chengfeng took a deep breath, straightened his clothes, and followed Yue Guan toward the main hall.
After passing through a long corridor, they soon arrived before the main hall.
The doors of the main hall were incredibly wide, crafted from an unknown black metal, engraved with intricate golden patterns forming the emblematic insignia of the Spirit Hall.
As Yue Guan slowly pushed open the massive doors, the hinges emitted low, resonant booms, exuding authority.
The two stepped into the main hall, and Dai Chengfeng felt his field of vision expand suddenly.
The interior was vast, with countless dazzling gemstones embedded in the high dome above, emitting a soft glow that illuminated the entire hall like daylight.
The floor was paved with enormous white marble slabs, intricately carved with golden patterns.
At the far end of the hall stood a tall flight of steps.
And atop those steps sat… the golden throne of the Pope, symbolizing the highest authority of the Spirit Hall.
At this moment,
Dai Chengfeng slightly raised his head, gazing at the woman seated upon the golden papal throne!
She wore a form-fitting pontifical robe, a gold-plated short skirt, and violet liquid pants. Her figure was voluptuous, her legs long and slender, her wine-purple hair tied in a low ponytail. In her hand, she held a purple-gold scepter.
Her skin was as white as snow, smooth and refined like carefully sculpted jade.
Below her straight nose was a small, rosy mouth curved with a faint smile—both seductive like a mature woman and coldly aloof, emanating an aura of dominance combined with noble elegance.
Her deep pink eyes exuded the unique authority and confidence of a ruler, calmly observing Dai Chengfeng.
This was Bibi Dong!
At this moment, Dai Chengfeng felt a sharp chill run down his spine.
Though he had already known of Bibi Dong's beauty and majesty from the original story, seeing her in person still momentarily stunned him with her overwhelming presence.
But in an instant, Dai Chengfeng had regained his composure.
He gave a slight bow as a sign of respect.
"Dai Chengfeng, the fourth prince of the Star Luo Empire, pays respects to Your Holiness."
As Dai Chengfeng observed Bibi Dong, both Bibi Dong, seated in her lofty position, and Hu Liena, standing in the side hall, silently scrutinized him.
"So handsome!"
Hu Liena covered her lips with her delicate hands, her eyes filled with astonishment. "Even more handsome than Brother and Yan…"
Previously, the men Hu Liena had encountered in the Spirit Hall were either brimming with sinister charm, like Xie Yue, or pretending to be profound, like Yan.
But compared to the immaculate and radiant Dai Chengfeng, who shone like crystal under the sunlight, they were as different as heaven and earth.
The young man was as pure as the moonlit sky, his charm unparalleled.
Hu Liena had never seen such a handsome youth before.
"How can he be so handsome?!"
Hu Liena marveled inwardly, her cheeks unconsciously flushing red.
Even Bibi Dong felt a fleeting sense of nostalgia, subconsciously recalling Yu Xiaogang in his youth.
Seems even more handsome than Xiao Gang…
But in a flash, she dismissed the thought.
However, when she noticed that Dai Chengfeng had quickly recovered from her initial imposing presence, her eyes flickered with surprise.
Though she hadn't actively released any pressure, how could a mere 32-level Soul Elder withstand it?
Moreover, despite being five years younger than Liena, his soul power was only nine levels lower, and his spiritual force was conservatively estimated to be above level 50. Add to that his possession of one of the top-tier beast martial souls—the White Tiger…
Dai Chengfeng, you truly are intriguing!
No wonder Little… has been so preoccupied with you.
Even willing to swallow her pride to ask me about dual martial soul cultivation methods, just to give her disciple a chance to defeat you in the future!
Thinking this,
Bibi Dong turned her gaze toward Dai Chengfeng and spoke indifferently.
"Dai Chengfeng, do you know why I summoned you here?"
"No."
Dai Chengfeng shook his head directly. "Your Holiness went to great lengths to send Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluos to bring me all the way from the Star Luo Empire to the Spirit Hall. What is the reason?"
"I humbly ask Your Holiness to enlighten me."
"Hmph~"
Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong let out a cold laugh. "The people of your Star Luo Empire call you Dai Chengfeng the peerless strategist, the War Sage, but now it seems that's nothing but empty praise."
"You disrupted my plans in Wu'an City—do you not know?"
"I've brought you here today to ask you…"
As she spoke,
Bibi Dong's aura erupted instantly, surging forth like an endless tide, pressing down on Dai Chengfeng with overwhelming force. "Do you know the consequences of offending the Spirit Hall?"
"Do you admit your mistake?!"
Boom—
At this moment, Dai Chengfeng felt as if an invisible mountain had crashed down on him. His breathing became unbearably difficult, each inhale feeling like it would tear apart his lungs.
The muscles in his legs spasmed uncontrollably, his knees seemingly forced downward by this terrifying power, as if trying to make him kneel.
"One person's honey is another's poison—it depends on perspective…"
"I'm not wrong!"
Gritting his teeth, a trickle of blood slowly seeped from the corner of Dai Chengfeng's mouth as he fought with all his might to maintain his standing posture.
However, internally, Dai Chengfeng sighed in relief.
The pressure Bibi Dong had released clearly wasn't her full strength…
Sure enough, she doesn't intend to kill me.
But is this a test for me, or simply a lesson?
For a moment, Dai Chengfeng was immensely curious. What exactly did this widowed Bibi Dong, the Young Empress Pope, want with him?
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