Whoosh—!
The howling wind roared past Ye Tian's ears.
Bi Bi Dong carried him as she descended, landing firmly on the square before the Papal Hall.
On both sides of the square stood Palace Knights, all at least at the Soul Emperor level. Clad in armor, they stood solemn and majestic, radiating an aura of both sacredness and lethality.
Just by observing these guards, one could grasp the profound essence of the Spirit Hall.
No wonder it could dominate the entire Soul Master Realm, standing above the Seven Sects.
Ye Tian curiously looked around, his pale face—drained from Soul Power exhaustion—gradually regaining some vitality.
Bi Bi Dong stood coldly nearby, saying nothing and looking at nothing, unusually aloof.
Within just a few breaths, Chrysanthemum Douluo appeared beside them.
Immediately, Ye Tian heard a unified, respectful, and thunderous greeting.
"Greetings, Holy Maiden! Greetings, Elder Chrysanthemum!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo, his powdered face wearing a gentle smile, nodded slightly.
Just as he was about to reach out and say something, Bi Bi Dong strode toward the Papal Hall, still carrying Ye Tian.
"..."
Chrysanthemum Douluo's smile stiffened, and he sighed helplessly before quietly following.
The three of them advanced almost side by side, though Ye Tian remained suspended in Bi Bi Dong's grip, his feet never touching the ground.
Before they had taken more than a few steps, the awkwardness on Ye Tian's face quickly faded.
His keen mind was already captivated by Chrysanthemum Douluo beside him.
"Hmm?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo glanced at Ye Tian in confusion, unable to resist raising a delicate hand to touch his face.
Had his makeup smudged? Why was this kid staring at him so intently?
"..."
Suspended in mid-air, Ye Tian locked eyes with Chrysanthemum Douluo.
Gradually, Chrysanthemum Douluo realized that Ye Tian seemed... interested in him?!
Of course, it definitely wasn't that kind of interest between a man and a woman.
Ye Tian was simply fascinated by Chrysanthemum Douluo's knowledge of Immortal Herbs.
The scene before him shook violently.
Bi Bi Dong frowned and impatiently shook Ye Tian a couple of times.
Why was this kid exchanging such looks with Yue Guan? This wasn't a good sign.
"Uh... Teacher, could you put me down? I can walk," Ye Tian turned his head and pleaded with wide eyes.
Bi Bi Dong narrowed her eyes, thought for a moment, then tossed Ye Tian toward Chrysanthemum Douluo.
"Get lost!"
"Hey—whoa!"
Ye Tian staggered, nearly colliding with Chrysanthemum Douluo.
Fortunately, his Soul Power had partially recovered, allowing him to quickly steady himself.
He then fell into step beside Chrysanthemum Douluo.
Under the curious gazes of Bi Bi Dong and the others, he smiled and greeted Chrysanthemum Douluo.
"Your Excellency, good afternoon."
"Hmm, good afternoon."
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded slightly, responding with keen interest.
This little fellow was quite intriguing.
To think he could interact with the Holy Maiden—who was currently consumed by hatred—in such a manner.
Chrysanthemum Douluo inquired curiously, "Little one, is there something you need?"
"Your Excellency, my name is Ye Tian. You can call me Xiao Tian... We've met before," Ye Tian replied calmly, introducing himself without haste.
This matter probably couldn't be rushed; after all, he was now living within the Spirit Hall.
Becoming friends with a powerful Titled Douluo would be very beneficial.
And Chrysanthemum Douluo, with his distinct and niche interests, was undoubtedly the easiest to befriend.
All he needed to do was cater to those interests.
"I remember you. Ye Tian, from the Spirit Awakening Ceremony."
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded, exclaiming in admiration:
"An Innate Full Spirit Power Food-type Soul Master, I'm still deeply impressed to this day."
"Your Excellency flatters me, that was just luck."
Ye Tian smiled modestly.
Hugging the glass jar in his arms tightly, he said enthusiastically: "Your Excellency, I heard from my teacher that you love flowers like your life, is that true?"
"Hmm?"
Bi Bi Dong frowned.
When had she ever said such a thing to this kid?
"!!!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo immediately became serious.
If he had to describe his love for flowers,
To put it simply...
He would rather let others call him effeminate, or even a rotten ass, than allow anyone to deny his passion for flowers!
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded without hesitation.
"The Holy Maiden is correct, my Title Douluo name comes from flowers."
"That's wonderful!"
Ye Tian's face lit up with joy.
Fortunately, he had studied science in his previous life, and most of that knowledge remained.
Things like the language of pea flowers—he could never forget them!
Ye Tian immediately seized the opportunity:
"Your Excellency, I happen to have some theoretical thoughts on cultivating flowers that need verification, which is why I've come to disturb you so presumptuously."
"Theory on cultivating flowers?!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes showed surprise, but mostly doubt.
In his view,
Ye Tian was just a junior with great cultivation talent.
Did he even know how to make flower fertilizer?
Meanwhile, Bi Bi Dong stared at Ye Tian in shock.
After these past few days of brief interaction, she believed this kid would never speak without basis!
Which meant Ye Tian might actually know how to...
But this was too big a leap!
First a cultivation genius, then a Soul Master theory prodigy—could he also be an excellent gardener?
That's ridiculous!
How much salt has he eaten? How many hairs has he grown?
Even though she'd been proven wrong multiple times, Bi Bi Dong had to maintain a skeptical attitude, pricking up her ears to continue listening.
"Exactly, theories on flower cultivation."
Ye Tian nodded repeatedly.
Immediately standing on the shoulders of giants to deliver a dimensional strike.
"Your Excellency, after all your years of flower cultivation, have you noticed situations like this?"
"Some seeds born among red flower groups will produce blue flowers, about a quarter of them. But seeds from blue flower groups almost never produce red flowers."
"??!"
Bi Bi Dong was completely confused.
But Chrysanthemum Douluo froze, unable to resist recalling.
A Title Douluo's memory was already exceptional—plus he kept detailed planting records for all the flowers he cultivated.
Now that Ye Tian mentioned it...
Chrysanthemum Douluo suddenly realized that over the years, similar situations had occurred more than once!
He had always taken it for granted.
But now, it seemed Ye Tian before him had already unraveled the mystery within...
"Little one, do you truly love flowers?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo looked at Ye Tian in surprise, his gaze as if seeing a kindred spirit.
Even he would overlook such things,
Yet Ye Tian could identify them.
This sufficiently proved that Ye Tian's interest in flowers and plants might even surpass his own!!!
"?!"
Bi Bi Dong also stopped walking, her mind full of question marks, her heart shocked.
Did that kid Ye Tian actually know theories of flower cultivation?
With just a few words, he made Yue Guan regard him as a soulmate?
What kind of monster is this kid!
"I prefer medicinal herbs over flowers, but since they're all plants, I've observed the growth of many flowers and made some discoveries."
Ye Tian shook his head, careful not to overstate his claims.
Otherwise, if they started discussing further, he would surely expose his shortcomings—he had no real expertise in this area.
Hearing Ye Tian's words,
Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes grew even more appreciative.
If an amateur could be this skilled, then it was all the more reason to engage in a thorough exchange!