Chapter 160 - 52

! Chapter 52: Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu!A figure shrouded in golden holy light, with a blurred face but a vast aura, stepped inside. It was one of the consecrators of the Hall of Worship—Light Feather Douluo.Light Feather Douluo didn't even bow to the Pope, merely speaking in a cold, emotionless voice:"Your Holiness, the High Priest requests your presence."Bibi Dong's heart sank, and her expression instantly turned exceptionally grim.She knew that old fogey, Qian Daoliu, had eventually noticed something.Yu Xiaogang's existence was the most untouchable sore spot in the depths of her heart, and one of the irreconcilable conflicts between her and the Hall of Worship.Although Qian Daoliu hadn't openly pursued the matter of Qian Xunji's death, and had even tacitly allowed her to ascend to the position of Pope, it was mostly out of consideration for the inheritance of the Angel God and the overall situation of Spirit Hall.If he were to find out she was still in contact with Yu Xiaogang, and even secretly sending people to protect him, perhaps... Her thoughts churned, but on the surface, Bibi Dong quickly regained her cold and noble papal poise.She rose slowly, her tone flat: "I wonder for what matter the High Priest has summoned me?As the Pope of Spirit Hall, I am occupied with a myriad of affairs. If it is just a trivial matter...""You will know once you are there."Light Feather Douluo interrupted her directly, his tone still cold and even tinged with a hint of contempt. After speaking, he turned and walked out without looking back, as if certain that Bibi Dong would follow."You!"Bibi Dong bit her lip, her fingertips turning slightly white from the force she exerted. A wave of overwhelming rage and humiliation surged in her heart.These old fellows from the Hall of Worship, relying on their seniority and strength, had never truly respected her as the Pope!But in the end, she took a deep breath and forcibly suppressed her roiling emotions.Currently, her wings were not yet fully fledged, and her strength had not yet reached the point where she could directly confront Qian Daoliu; she had to endure.With a heart full of wariness and coldness, Bibi Dong followed Light Feather Douluo to the solemn and dignified Hall of Worship, which was permeated with a holy aura.Deep within the hall, Qian Daoliu stood with his back to the entrance, quietly gazing up at the hundred-meter-tall statue of the Angel God that radiated a soft holy light, as if communicating with the deity.Hearing the footsteps, Qian Daoliu did not turn around immediately, but spoke slowly in his calm voice:"You've come, Bibi Dong."That calm tone sounded like a needle prick in Bibi Dong's ears.She looked at that back, and a bone-deep hatred and disgust welled up in her heart—the people of the Qian family!In her heart, everyone with the Qian bloodline deserved to die ten thousand deaths!She forcibly calmed her hideous internal emotions and responded in an equally flat tone:"I wonder what the High Priest wants with me? If there is nothing, I shall return; there are many affairs in the hall that require urgent attention."She didn't want to get into any more entanglements with Qian Daoliu.Qian Daoliu didn't seem to care about the impatience in her words. He slowly turned around, his eyes, which seemed capable of seeing through people's hearts, looked calmly at Bibi Dong and asked directly:"What is your purpose in intending to dispatch Feng Erla to Nuoding City?As an eighty-third-ranked Spirit Douluo, it seems unnecessary for him to personally set out for an ordinary mission."Just as she thought!Bibi Dong's heart tightened; the thing she feared most had happened.Qian Daoliu had indeed noticed the abnormality in her deployment of personnel.Her mind raced; she must not let Qian Daoliu detect Yu Xiaogang's existence!She steadied herself, remained impassive, and spoke slowly:"According to intelligence received earlier, a peerless genius who hasn't been recorded in the Spirit Hall archives seems to have appeared in Nuoding City, with extremely astonishing talent.Dispatching Feng Erla there is to investigate the situation, confirm the authenticity of the intelligence, and see if there is any value in recruiting them.""Oh? A genius?"Qian Daoliu's brow twitched slightly, as if a hint of interest had been piqued."What kind of genius requires a Spirit Douluo to 'investigate'?"Seeing that the topic had been successfully diverted, Bibi Dong felt slightly more at ease. She continued according to her prepared script, dropping even more impactful information:"Based on limited intelligence, this person is only around eighteen years old, but their spirit power cultivation... I fear it has already reached the peak of a Spirit Emperor.""What?!"Even with Qian Daoliu's mental cultivation, hearing the words 'eighteen-year-old peak Spirit Emperor' made it impossible for him to remain calm.A sharp light burst from his eyes as he took a sudden step forward. A trace of his powerful aura leaked out uncontrollably, causing the air in the entire Hall of Worship to seemingly freeze for an instant.He stared intently at Bibi Dong, his voice carrying an unprecedented solemnity:"Bibi Dong, do you know what you are saying? An eighteen-year-old peak Spirit Emperor? Are you certain the intelligence is correct?!"As the High Priest of the Angel God and one of the top powerhouses on the continent, Qian Daoliu knew all too well what this meant!This kind of cultivation speed could no longer be described simply as 'genius'; it was practically monstrous!It was a terrifying talent capable of shattering perceptions and disrupting the existing status quo!If the intelligence was true, then this person undoubtedly possessed the supreme aptitude to inherit a godhood!Their potential might even be more terrifying than that of his granddaughter, Qian Renxue!Seeing Qian Daoliu's reaction, Bibi Dong sneered inwardly, but on the surface, she maintained her seriousness:"The source of the intelligence is a Spirit Emperor I previously sent to Vast Sea City to find information on a ten-thousand-year Sea Spirit Beast that had injured people. On his way back to Spirit Hall, he accidentally discovered this while passing through Nuoding City. Initially, there was even a slight conflict, but after analyzing the information he transmitted, the credibility is not low.Preliminary judgment suggests this person's Spirit is likely of the control system, with combat power far exceeding those of the same rank.However, after I ordered him to continue the investigation, I haven't received any messages for several days. I suspect he has met with an accident, which is why I want to dispatch a powerhouse like Feng Erla to verify the situation on one hand...And on the other hand... to guard against potential unknown risks. After all, any power capable of nurturing such a monster is definitely not simple."Qian Daoliu gave Bibi Dong a deep, sharp look, as if trying to penetrate her heart to discern the truth of her words and any hidden motives.After a long while, the sharp light in his eyes slowly receded, and he returned to his usual state of being as calm as still water."If the intelligence is true... then this matter is indeed worthy of attention."Qian Daoliu said slowly, his voice returning to its peaceful tone, "An eighteen-year-old Spirit Emperor... Our Spirit Hall must keep track of their movements.You shall be fully responsible for handling this matter."He paused and added with emphasis: "Be sure to investigate this person's background thoroughly.If they can be recruited, do so at any cost! If necessary, you may mobilize Titled Douluos from outside the Hall of Worship to assist."Bibi Dong sneered in her heart upon hearing this.Mobilize Titled Douluos? That would depend on whether they listened to her.However, Qian Daoliu's attention had clearly been completely captured by that'silver-haired genius,' which was exactly what she wanted."Very well, you may leave." Qian Daoliu waved his hand and turned back to face the statue of the Angel God, no longer looking at her.Bibi Dong had no desire to stay either. With a cold snort, she turned and quickly left the Hall of Worship.Walking out of the hall, the sunlight fell on her cold profile, yet she couldn't feel the slightest warmth.Qian Daoliu's attitude caused the hatred and ambition in her heart to grow like poisonous weeds.But for now, it was more important to handle the affairs in Nuoding City well.She needed to use the investigation of the 'genius' as a pretext to cover her attention on Yu Xiaogang, while also making advance arrangements to prevent Qian Daoliu's people from following the clues back to him."Feng Erla..." she murmured the name in her heart, her eyes flickering. "I hope you don't disappoint me."—————————————————One day later, inside Fu Shiyan's residence in Nuoding City."Are you that eighteen-year-old Spirit Emperor?"