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Not a single bone left?
The image of that cute little girl's smile gradually shattered, and an inexplicable emotion rose within Ye Lan's heart.
He had only met the villagers of Fuzu Village and that little girl a few times, but after they were liberated from the oppression of the Clear Sky School, their eyes had been brimming with the afterglow of hope.
He could not imagine that anyone in this world could be so cruel as to slaughter these unarmed civilians to the last soul.
Thinking of Zhao Wuji losing contact and the incidents on the outskirts of the Clear Sky School, Ye Lan carefully mulled it over and locked his target onto two people: Tang Hao and Tang San.
Both of them were connected to Shrek Academy and the Clear Sky School. Furthermore, in the original work of his previous life, Tang San would return to the Clear Sky School to pay respects to his ancestors at this point in time after finishing his cultivation of the "Deathgod Domain." The suspect was very likely Tang San himself.
What puzzled Ye Lan somewhat was: how did Tang San dare to take action while the Spirit Hall was at the height of its power?
Did he have no brains?
"Chenxiang, go spend some time with Rongrong and Yan'yan. I still have things to finish," Ye Lan said softly, putting his arm around Bai Chenxiang.
"Okay!" Bai Chenxiang gave Ye Lan a light kiss on the cheek and left the place reluctantly.
Once Bai Chenxiang was gone, Ye Lan could no longer suppress the anger in his heart, and his golden soul power went on a rampage.
A long while later, Ye Lan calmed his soul power and his emotions.
Regardless of whether the culprit was Tang San or Tang Hao, he would have blood for blood and a tooth for a tooth.
Tang San could not be touched for the time being, but there was no longer any need for Tang Hao and the Clear Sky School to remain at large.
In the past, Ye Lan lacked the strength to avenge his parents.
But now, after advancing to Soul Emperor, he had no fear of the current Clear Sky School or Tang Hao.
Therefore, the "Spirit Hunt Action" could officially begin.
Ye Lan took a deep breath and slowly opened his Golden Dragon Pupils.
Glancing at Ah Yin nearby, she was still in the process of advancing.
Ye Lan did not interrupt. Since the forty-thousand-year "Blue Silver Forest" could condense an "Ultimate Life Core" for him, then they could help Ah Yin advance to one hundred thousand years.
After all, the "Ultimate Life Core" was a condensed object at the level of a Titled Douluo.
Seeing countless "Blue Silver Moon Disks" surging into Ah Yin's body, Ye Lan decided to cultivate the immortal herb "Full Moon Dew" for his teacher.
Through these years of spending time with her, Ye Lan discovered that for some reason, his teacher Bibi Dong's mental power realm had not advanced to the "Spirit Domain Realm," but remained at the "Spirit Abyss Realm."
This was inconsistent with Bibi Dong's rank ninety-nine cultivation. Ye Lan guessed it was highly likely that the "Rakshasa God" was causing trouble behind the scenes.
Now, Ye Lan decided to cultivate the "Full Moon Dew" for his teacher Bibi Dong to advance her mental power.
This way, Bibi Dong might even be able to rid herself of the influence of the Rakshasa's evil thoughts.
In order not to affect Ah Yin's advancement, Ye Lan turned to look at the massive "Blue Silver Divine Attendant" beside him and said, "Xiao Lan, work with me to increase the age of the immortal herb 'Full Moon Dew'."
"By your command, My God!" the "Blue Silver Divine Attendant" said, swaying its body.
Using "Formless Form," Ye Lan cut his wrist and let his blood drip onto an inconspicuous green plant topped with three snow-white leaves.
On the other side, the "Blue Silver Divine Attendant" began to sacrifice its "Life Force" and soul power toward this white-leaved plant.
A blue-gold light enveloped the Full Moon Dew. With the addition of a five-hundred-fold growth speed, its size began to increase dramatically, and the dew in the center of the snow-white leaves became increasingly crystal clear.
After an unknown amount of time, that drop of dew shone with a golden light!
It was done!!
Ye Lan carefully stored it inside the "Wishful Hundred Treasure Purse," then looked at the now-emaciated "Blue Silver Divine Attendant." Perceiving that the attendant's age had plummeted from one hundred and twenty thousand years to ninety thousand years, he said, "Xiao Lan, thank you for your hard work."
"It is Xiao Lan's honor to contribute to the God!!" the Blue Silver Divine Attendant said respectfully.
When Ye Lan turned his attention back, he saw a scene that astonished him.
He saw a young girl, clothed in blue-gold vines and leaf veins, lying quietly atop a blue sea with her hands crossed over her chest.
Her scattered deep-blue hair shone with a crystal-like luster; her fair skin and proud figure seemed unlike that of a girl her age.
The interplay of nature and snow-white skin made Ye Lan feel a rush of heat throughout his body.
Countless silver-white moons floated one by one into the blue-haired girl's body. Ye Lan could sense the soul power within her constantly skyrocketing—it was already approaching the rank ninety-one Titled Douluo level!!
Seeing this, Ye Lan hurriedly squandered his own life force again, splashing it into the "Blue Silver Forest."
The withered Blue Silver Forest became active once more. The speed at which the silver-white moons condensed became extremely fast again, surging frantically into the deep-blue-haired girl's body.
"Ah Yin, take this chance to condense a 'Life Core' as well!! The method for condensing a Soul Core: condense a vortex of soul power within the dantian..."
Ye Lan began to guide Ah Yin's cultivation with extremely fast speech. In her subconscious, Ah Yin followed Ye Lan's instructions and began to condense a soul power vortex within her dantian.
However, Ah Yin had never practiced the "Limit Soul Power Attachment Method" after all, so her control over soul power was not as effortless as Ye Lan's.
Seeing this, Ye Lan disregarded any concerns about the distinction between men and women.
He placed his hand directly onto the girl's abdomen. The sensation of suet-jade-like softness did not distract him.
Ye Lan settled his mind and directly helped Ah Yin begin condensing the "Soul Power Vortex." Before long, countless amounts of Blue Silver soul power were being drawn in by the attraction of the vortex.
Due to the increase in Blue Silver soul power, the attraction of the "Soul Power Vortex" became even stronger. Countless amounts of life soul power and Blue Silver soul power in the air were like a rolling snowball, growing frantically within Ah Yin's dantian.
In a short while, the "Soul Power Core" condensed into a liquid state, becoming a true liquid soul power vortex.
Under the surging suction, the "Soul Power Core" was quickly compressed from a liquid vortex into a jade-green "Life Core."
Seeing Ah Yin condense a Life Core, Ye Lan knew her advancement to Titled Douluo was secured.
As Ye Lan expected, before long, Ah Yin's breathing gradually steadied.
The deep-blue-haired girl slowly opened her long, trembling eyelashes; her emerald-green pupils were like green gemstones.
She saw the blonde youth, his clothes soaked with sweat, faintly revealing muscle lines that looked as if they were carved from marble.
"Lord! You've worked hard!!" Ah Yin instantly threw herself into Ye Lan's arms, clinging tightly.
Feeling the surging, scorching body, Ye Lan patted Ah Yin's back. The silky touch of her skin sent ripples through his heart. He comforted her, "It's nothing. Rather, it was my oversight; I didn't expect you to still choose to be reborn as a human."
Ah Yin let go of Ye Lan and looked up into his orange-gold eyes, saying, "If Ah Yin doesn't transform, how can I become the Lord's maid? How can I serve you?"
Looking at Ah Yin's cute face and her proud snowy peaks, Ye Lan's nose felt a surge of heat.
"Ahem, I have some clothes here that Lingling and Zhuqing have worn. Pick some out."
Only a few leaves covered Ah Yin's key areas. If they continued to interact like this, Ye Lan was truly afraid he wouldn't be able to control himself.
Ah Yin's small face turned red, and she picked out a green-radish-colored long dress.
What Ye Lan didn't expect was that Ah Yin, right in front of him, shed the "Blue Silver Emperor" vines from her body and began to put on the dress as if no one were watching.
Seeing the expanse of snow-white, Ye Lan only felt a heat at the bridge of his nose; when he wiped it with his finger, it was covered in blood.
Seeing her Lord's reaction, Ah Yin giggled softly, "Lord, is Ah Yin beautiful? As long as you wish, you can do anything~ All of Ah Yin belongs to you!"
In Ah Yin's heart, this life of hers was bestowed by the God.
With the overlay of her ruined feelings from her previous life and the feelings of admiration and piety in this life, Ah Yin would not refuse any request from Ye Lan.
Ye Lan's heart felt like a surging tide. He took a deep breath and said, "Ah Yin, business first... we'll talk about other things later."
"Alright..." A look of disappointment appeared in her emerald pupils, and then she looked at Ye Lan expectantly. "Lord, can you help me choose a name? 'Ah Yin' is a thing of the past."
Ye Lan pondered for a moment and nodded. "From now on, I will call you Ye'er."
"Ye'er? Okay!!!" Ah Yin nodded heavily.
"Ye'er, from now on you will officially become my little maid. As for your background, I will keep it a secret for you. How to get along with Xiaoxue, Lingling, and the others, and whether to tell them of your origin, is for you to decide," Ye Lan said.
Hearing Ye Lan's words, Ah Yin felt her heart warm. Her Lord was truly too kind.
In her previous life, she had been deceived by a scumbag and even bore him a son—and her true child's place had been usurped.
All those unbearable past events were the stains in Ah Yin's heart. Facing the God, a white lotus like her who came from the mud found being a maid to the God the best possible destination.
Fortunately, in this life, she had been reborn as a human and possessed a complete body.
Otherwise, she would never have allowed herself to serve the Lord.
Afterward, Ye Lan led Ye'er to meet Bai Chenxiang, Ning Rongrong, and Dugu Yan.
"Let me introduce everyone. This is Ye'er. She was originally the Emperor of the Blue Silver Grass clan, but she chose to be reborn and cultivate anew. Now, she has become a true human!"
Bai Chenxiang, Ning Rongrong, Dugu Yan, and the others looked in surprise at this girl with a proud figure and a very cute appearance.
If Ye Lan hadn't said she was the Blue Silver Emperor, they wouldn't have been able to tell at all that she was the reincarnation of the Blue Silver Emperor.
It would be more accurate to say that, apart from Ye Lan and Ye'er herself, no one in the Douluo Continent today could know Ye'er's identity.
Of course, with the exception of Spirit Masters who had seen "Ah Yin."
Although Ye Lan's sudden "creation" of a person caught the young wives by surprise, Ye'er's cuteness and kindness allowed her to easily integrate into the group.
Several days later, Ye Lan and his party returned to Spirit City.
By the time they arrived at Spirit City, it was already night.
After asking Chenxiang to settle Ye'er into a residence, Ye Lan went straight to the Pope's Palace to discuss the Spirit Hunt with his teacher, Bibi Dong.
Familiar with the path, Ye Lan walked into the rear hall of the Pope's Palace. After greeting the clergy, he knocked on the door of Bibi Dong's bedchamber.
Knock, knock, knock...
For a long time, there was no response from his teacher.
Ye Lan pushed the door open and entered directly; a wave of delicate fragrance hit him.
Walking toward the classical large bed, Ye Lan heard his teacher's hurried breathing.
Drawing closer, he saw that his teacher's face was flushed and she was drenched in sweat, as if she were having a nightmare.
Looking at Bibi Dong's face, memories of spending time with her flashed through Ye Lan's mind.
These three years had made Ye Lan realize that he did indeed have improper thoughts about his teacher.
After all, with such an outstanding teacher, as long as one wasn't a eunuch, they wouldn't remain unmoved.
But Ye Lan knew his own status, and the relationship between Xiaoxue and his teacher made him hesitate.
Therefore, in their daily interactions, nothing more than some comforting hugs had ever happened between him and his teacher.
He was content to get along with his teacher this way; taking a step further, he was very afraid of doing something to betray Xiaoxue.
Just as Ye Lan was in a daze, a voice sounded: "Xiao Lan? Is there something you need me for?"
Ye Lan came back to his senses and noticed that his teacher's cheeks were even redder than when he had first entered.
"Teacher, are you okay??" Ye Lan leaned close to Bibi Dong and asked, placing his hand on her forehead.
"I'm fine!" Bibi Dong only felt her earlobes burning intensely.
She had just had a dream—a dream she had often had these past few years, which was about her and Xiao Lan...
She just hadn't expected that her appearance while dreaming would be seen by Xiao Lan today.
If Xiao Lan knew what she was dreaming about, she might have to resign as Pope on the spot to escape him.
"What is it? Do you have business with me?" Bibi Dong forcibly suppressed the ripples in her heart and asked.
"There is indeed official business, but before we talk about that, Teacher, absorb this first!" Ye Lan said.
A plant with three snow-white leaves appeared in Ye Lan's palm, with a golden drop of dew in the center of the leaves.
"Xiao Lan, this is?" Bibi Dong asked in confusion.
"This immortal herb is called 'Full Moon Dew.' It can greatly enhance mental power. Teacher, although you are already a Limit Douluo, your mental power level hasn't advanced to the 'Spirit Domain Realm' yet, has it?" Ye Lan said.
"Xiao Lan, how did you know?" Bibi Dong asked in surprise.
"No, this item is too precious. You should keep it for yourself to absorb!"
"I've spent so much time with you, Teacher, how could I not understand you? These eyes of mine are the Golden Dragon Pupils!!" Ye Lan laughed.
"No matter how precious the item is, I feel it's worth it when used on you, Teacher! Hurry and absorb it. I already absorbed one back when I was a Spirit Grandmaster!"
Bibi Dong gave a soft laugh. Hearing Ye Lan's words, her cold heart felt as if it were wrapped in a warm flame.
The look in her eyes as she gazed at the "Full Moon Dew" became slightly hesitant.
It wasn't that she didn't trust that the immortal herb in Ye Lan's hand could enhance her mental power, but rather that she was currently somewhat indulged in the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts."
Under the influence of those evil thoughts, her desire for Ye Lan grew increasingly powerful.
Even though she knew this was a negative side effect of the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts," she still chose to immerse herself in it.
This was also the reason why she frequently had dreams related to Ye Lan.
She was afraid that after her mental power improved, she would completely rid herself of the influence of the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts."
She was afraid that she would no longer love Ye Lan, no longer be obsessed with Ye Lan.
"Teacher?" Ye Lan looked at the stalled Bibi Dong and asked in confusion.
Bibi Dong took a deep look at Ye Lan's face, her fair palm trembling slightly as she took the "Full Moon Dew."
"Teacher, you only need to absorb that drop of 'dew'," Ye Lan prompted.
Bibi Dong nodded, and with a heavy heart, she let that drop of dew touch her enchanting lips.
Like an abyss or a prison, from the highest heavens to the yellow springs of the underworld—attaining one's heart's desire through focused will is the limit one can reach in the "Spirit Abyss Realm." In this realm, one can perceive everything in the vicinity.
As for Bibi Dong, who was at the peak of the "Spirit Abyss Realm," an earth-shaking change was currently occurring within her spiritual sea.
The "Full Moon Dew" broke the balance within Bibi Dong's spiritual sea, which had previously been filled with the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts."
These evil thoughts had suppressed the growth of Bibi Dong's mental power, trapping it within the "Spirit Abyss," with the Rakshasa's malice firmly strangling the throat of her progress.
While the "Full Moon Dew" itself could not directly upgrade the "Spirit Abyss Realm" to the "Spirit Domain Realm," Bibi Dong's "Spirit Abyss" was different from others; it should have advanced long ago.
At this moment, Bibi Dong's spiritual sea was like a hidden dragon in the depths. The "Full Moon Dew" startled the "hidden dragon," causing it to soar into the sky.
The "Spirit Abyss" instantly began a qualitative change, and the spiritual sea compressed frantically until it was reduced to a single point.
Boom!!
That point erupted with the most brilliant light, and all of the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts" were instantly annihilated.
In this moment, Bibi Dong had never felt such clarity.
Everything was presented within her spiritual sea; every detail of her surroundings appeared vividly.
The slight curl of the fluff on the carpet, a tiny crack on the dressing table, the fine down on her neck, and a brilliant golden figure.
Perceiving that brilliant figure, Bibi Dong felt dazed.
That sun was like a black hole, infinitely drawing her soul into its center.
At this moment, Bibi Dong finally faced the most authentic emotions in her heart.
As it turned out, her obsession with Ye Lan was not the influence of the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts" at all.
Rather, it was she herself who had fallen.
The "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts" were merely her excuse. Over these years, through Ye Lan's mediation, her relationship with Qian Renxue had gradually softened.
The knot in her heart of many years had slowly loosened, and the influence of the Rakshasa's malice had become negligible.
The reason she hadn't used "Artificial Soul Rings" to further increase her strength was precisely because she didn't want the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts" to disappear...
She worried that if the evil thoughts vanished, her feelings for "Ye Lan" would vanish along with them.
But at this moment, she finally understood: Ye Lan was her destined tribulation.
"Teacher? Teacher??" Ye Lan called out softly to Bibi Dong.
Within the vision of his "Golden Dragon Pupils," the effect of the "Full Moon Dew" should have finished. He worried that something had gone wrong with Bibi Dong; it would be terrible if the "Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts" took control of his teacher again.
"Xiao Lan, I'm fine!" Bibi Dong looked at Ye Lan with eyes full of tenderness.
Sensing Bibi Dong's gaze, Ye Lan's heart jumped.
He felt that his teacher, Bibi Dong, had changed. Before, she had seemed to carry shackles, but now she felt incredibly real.
But wasn't the look in her eyes a bit too ambiguous? Ye Lan thought to himself.
Seeing Ye Lan's flattered and surprised expression, Bibi Dong beckoned with her hand and said softly, "Lan'er, come here."
"Oh, okay." Ye Lan approached her as if he were uncontrolled.
Suddenly, Bibi Dong grabbed Ye Lan's back.
Without any resistance, Ye Lan was pulled into Bibi Dong's embrace, feeling as if he had plunged into a heap of scorching marshmallows.
The majestic peaks made Ye Lan let out a sigh of wonder.
"Lan'er, thank you! I have now completely rid myself of the 'Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts'!" Bibi Dong said softly.
"Rakshasa's Evil Thoughts? As long as Teacher is fine, that's all that matters," Ye Lan said.
"Because of those evil thoughts, I did many foolish things. My conflict with Xiaoxue was also related to them. But from now on, I am the true me, no longer the one interfered with by the Rakshasa!" Bibi Dong explained.
Smelling the faint milky fragrance, a fire of desire seemed to stir in Ye Lan's abdomen.
At this moment, his curves were almost completely pressed against Bibi Dong's.
"Lan'er, have you developed improper thoughts?" Bibi Dong laughed softly.
"..." Ye Lan felt increasingly hot and did not respond to her.
"Ye Lan, forget my identity for a moment, okay? At this moment, I am just Bibi Dong—not the Pope, not your teacher, not..." Bibi Dong pleaded.
Feeling her increasingly hot body, the battle-hardened Ye Lan finally understood his teacher's heart.
After a long silence, Ye Lan stammered, "Te... Teacher, if Xiaoxue finds out, it will..."
"Don't speak!!"
Bibi Dong wrapped her arms around Ye Lan's neck, closed her eyes, and pressed toward him.
The incredibly mature Bibi Dong acted like a green young girl, lacking any experience and constantly testing the waters.
Facing Bibi Dong's initiative, Ye Lan, in his astonishment, could only respond passively.
That scorching offensive represented all of Bibi Dong's feelings.
Ye Lan could no longer care about any of her titles; he forgot her status as the Pope, her...
She was now just Bibi Dong, one of the most important people in his heart.
Ye Lan picked up Bibi Dong and pressed her down onto the soft, large bed.
"Lan'er~ Conquer me!"
This night felt as if countless days and nights had passed.
Many hours later, Bibi Dong lay completely limp in Ye Lan's arms.
Like a little kitten lying on Ye Lan's chest, she let out soft whimpers.
"Teacher, what if Xiaoxue finds out?!" Ye Lan, now in a state of post-passion clarity, asked in a low voice.
"Xiaoxue won't find out. I've seen a relationship in books called 'secret lovers.' Teacher is willing to be your lover," Bibi Dong said, holding Ye Lan tightly.
"I don't need that kind of relationship; it's unfair to you," Ye Lan said plainly.
"Lan'er, thank you!! Thank you for not looking down on me, but the filthy me isn't worthy of being your woman," Bibi Dong sobbed, lying on Ye Lan's chest with eyes full of tears.
Under Ye Lan's comfort, Bibi Dong slowly told him the "Past Events of the Secret Room" from years ago.
Ye Lan felt extreme heartache for Bibi Dong's suffering.
But his teacher was innocent; the only one at fault was Qian Xunji. It was fortunate that Qian Xunji was already dead, otherwise Ye Lan would have surely sliced him into a thousand pieces.
"In my heart, Teacher is the most sacred existence. I don't care about your past, I only seek a future with you," Ye Lan comforted her, lightly patting her back.
Bibi Dong lay in his arms, her face full of happiness. Finally, she spoke up: "Our relationship cannot be discovered by Xiaoxue. Otherwise, she will not only break with me but it will also affect the bond between you two." Bibi Dong looked up at Ye Lan and said solemnly.
"I understand, Teacher," Ye Lan nodded.
"Call me Dong'er!" Bibi Dong commanded.
"I understand, Dong'er~" Ye Lan laughed.
"Dong'er, I came to Spirit City to find you this time not just to help you improve your mental power, but also to gather the Enshrined, the Elders, the Douluo Warriors, and the Pope's Warriors to surround the 'Clear Sky School' together."
"My parents' revenge!! The mastermind behind the 'Heaven Dou Rebellion,' the grudge of 'Fuzu Village'—this time, I will settle them all together!!"
"I want the entire Clear Sky School to be sacrificed to those they have harmed!!"
"The Spirit Hunt Action officially begins!!" Ye Lan's orange-gold pupils flashed with anger.
"Good! Whatever Xiao Lan wants to do, just do it. The Spirit Empire will belong to you in the future," Bibi Dong said.
"Dong'er, you don't want to be the Emperor of the Spirit Empire anymore?" Ye Lan joked.
"Xiao Lan, how did you know?" Bibi Dong asked in surprise.
Just then, there was a knock at Bibi Dong's bedchamber door.
Ye Lan looked at the light outside the window and realized he had been "working" all night.
Bibi Dong instantly blushed with shame and began to rapidly put on her clothes.
She gave Ye Lan a kick, signaling him to dress quickly.
Ye Lan gave a wry smile and likewise began to dress.
After using "Ultimate Water" to clean up the messy scene, Ye Lan opened the door to the rear hall.
The moment the Spirit Hall's black-clad secret agents saw Ye Lan, they hurried to bow. "Greetings, Your Highness the Holy Son, Hall Master of the Holy Temple."
"What intelligence is there?" Ye Lan asked.
The agent hesitated slightly and said, "The Heaven Dou Emperor died in the rear hall of the palace, his face beyond recognition. Heaven Dou City is now in complete chaos, and Prince 'Xue Qinghe' is doing his best to clean up the mess."
"Furthermore, there is news of Zhao Wuji, only..."
"Only what?" Ye Lan asked quickly.
"This morning, a blood-stained package appeared outside Spirit City." With a flash of soul light from the agent's palm, a protruding object covered by a luxurious silk cloth appeared on a plush rectangular tray.
Clearly, the blood-stained package had already been handled; this was the processed item.
Looking at the lump beneath the silk cloth, Ye Lan prepared himself mentally and took a deep breath.
Lifting a corner of the cloth, he saw Zhao Wuji's "wildly laughing" face, his eyes looking as if he were staring at a clown.
"Good, good, good," Ye Lan said, covering the cloth.
(End of Chapter)