Douluo Continent: Dragon's Journey Across the World

Chapter 198 The Decision Regarding Xiao Wu

Yang Ping'an stayed at the Spirit Hall for four full days before Chrysanthemum Douluo, Spirit Kite Douluo, Hu Liena, and others returned to the Spirit Hall. Of course, Xiao Wu had not yet been killed. Bibi Dong could not let her subordinates fight and suffer outside while she absorbed spirit rings and spirit bones alone.

At this moment, in the Papal Palace, besides Bibi Dong and the elders, there were also the so-called three members of the Golden Generation, as well as Yang Ping'an, an outsider.

Xiao Wu has now been taken out of the jade box, but she is still unconscious and has been placed in the center of the main hall.

All the elders of the Spirit Hall are titled Douluo-level experts who are extremely loyal to the Spirit Hall and have no worries about any information being leaked.

Although they were still a little curious about Yang Ping'an, this unexpected outsider, they didn't say anything and all stared intently at Xiao Wu in the center of the hall.

As we all know, a 100,000-year spirit ring or spirit bone can greatly enhance a spirit master. Everyone here is already a Title Douluo, and they can no longer absorb spirit rings, but as for spirit bones, it depends on how His Holiness the Pope arranges them.

Yang Ping'an looked at the crowd and couldn't help but shake his head. The Spirit Hall had a total of nine elders at the Title Douluo level, the lowest being level 91 like the Serpent Spear, and the highest being Chrysanthemum Douluo at level 97. The others were between level 92 and 94. Although their spirits might not be top-tier, being able to cultivate to the level of Title Douluo was definitely not bad. Intelligence, spirit, and even opportunities were all indispensable.

Despite the Spirit Hall's formidable strength and the overwhelming advantage of its top experts, a series of bizarre maneuvers ultimately resulted in the complete annihilation of all its top experts, with not a single one defecting. The outcome was truly tragic.

Bibi Dong's face darkened, especially after listening to Ju's account, she became even more gloomy.

Chrysanthemum Douluo recounted the entire operation in detail, including Tang Hao joining forces with the three upper sects to kill the Spirit Hall experts, and even Tang San disguising himself as Tang Yin to infiltrate the Spirit Hall's ranks. It is likely that it was because of Tang San that they were able to specifically investigate the whereabouts of Spirit Iris Douluo and his group.

All the elders looked at Hu Liena with strange eyes. How could the Holy Maiden make such a mistake, allowing a disciple of the Haotian Sect to infiltrate the secret operation? If it weren't for prior planning, the 100,000-year-old soul beast would probably have escaped because of Hu Liena's actions, and the consequences would be difficult to bear.

Bibi Dong's face suddenly became calm: "Nana, although you are my disciple, you have committed such a serious mistake and must be punished. I hereby sentence you to enter the core of Death Valley for three years. You are not allowed to return early without orders. If you commit another offense, I will strip you of your position as a saintess."

The elders present were immediately shocked. Death Valley was indeed a training ground for the core members of the Spirit Hall, but it was full of dangers, especially the deepest part, which probably no one could go deep into. It was also one of the most secret places in Douluo Continent.

Hu Liena seemed to have a hint of regret on her face. She had no objection to Bibi Dong's arrangement. After all, the Golden Generation had spent some time in Death Valley. Although it was full of danger, it was also an excellent place for training.

Meanwhile, Xie Yue and Yan, who were standing nearby, also expressed their willingness to take responsibility and go to Death Valley for training with Hu Liena, which drew nods of approval from everyone.

Bibi Dong turned to Yang Ping'an and said, "Yang Ping'an, you deserve great credit for making this 100,000-year-old soul beast. If there's anything you'd like to be rewarded for, feel free to ask."

This is the first time Yang Pingan has seen Bibi Dong in almost four years. Although her tone is still calm, she seems even more powerful than before, indicating that she is much stronger than she was back then.

In the end, Yang Ping'an shook his head: "Your Holiness, I did this only for my master, and I don't need any reward. Besides, this matter was led by my master and uncle, so please give them whatever reward you have."

Bibi Dong nodded: "Elders, Yang Ping'an is Chrysanthemum Douluo's last disciple. He performed exceptionally well in the Soul Master Competition and later secretly became Chrysanthemum Douluo's disciple. This matter is a secret and must not be revealed."

"However, Ping An, you have made such a contribution this time. Even if you did not join the Spirit Hall, you still need to be rewarded. You can make any requests you may have."

The elders were also surprised to hear this. Many of them had been in seclusion for a long time and did not care much about the outside world. The sudden appearance of a disciple of Chrysanthemum Douluo made them look at Chrysanthemum Douluo with some curiosity, especially considering Chrysanthemum Douluo's androgynous behavior. They were surprised that someone would be so foolish as to want to become Chrysanthemum Douluo's disciple.

As everyone turned to look at him, Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed rather smug. From any perspective, he hadn't lost out by taking this disciple; in fact, he could say he had gotten a great deal. At least among the younger generation, his disciple was undoubtedly the strongest in every aspect.

Yang Ping'an hesitated for a moment before speaking: "Your Holiness, I have two questions I would like to ask you to answer."

Bibi Dong smiled slightly. She wasn't afraid of Yang Ping'an, a nobody, making any demands. Instead, she was a little worried that unfair rewards and punishments would alienate the elders. After all, all the elders had pledged allegiance to her, not only because of her own strength but also because of her fair and just character.

"Ping An, we're all family here now, so feel free to speak your mind. There are no outsiders here."

Yang Ping'an's face also became extremely serious at this moment: "Your Holiness, how should the soul rings and soul bones of the 100,000-year-old transformed soul beasts be distributed after this capture?"

Everyone was immediately shocked. They didn't expect Yang Ping'an to be so bold as to ask such a question. Although everyone coveted the soul bone, they knew even more that the soul ring and soul bone were probably already in Bibi Dong's hands.

Bibi Dong spoke with a hint of amusement: "Ping An, do you perhaps have some advice? You should know that a 100,000-year soul ring and soul bone are priceless, not something a child like you can handle."

Yang Ping'an shook his head: "As we all know, His Holiness the Pope has twin martial souls, so the soul rings naturally belong to His Holiness the Pope. But His Holiness the Pope should not lack soul bones. Could you bestow this 100,000-year soul bone upon my teacher and uncle? After all, they are loyal to the Spirit Hall and have no selfish motives."

Everyone remained silent upon hearing this. In fact, Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo had gone to the Star Dou Great Forest to hunt soul beasts during their leave. If it weren't for His Holiness the Pope, they could have simply killed Xiao Wu and obtained a 100,000-year soul bone for free. The reason for going to such great lengths to send the soul beast back to the Spirit Hall was because they were loyal to His Holiness the Pope and to the Spirit Hall.

If many Title Douluos were to capture a 100,000-year-old transformed soul beast themselves, they could use that to make demands of the Pope, and they would likely receive even more.

Bibi Dong nodded: "Of course. Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo have made great contributions to our Spirit Hall. This time, they risked their lives to capture a 100,000-year-old spirit beast for our Spirit Hall. The 100,000-year-old spirit bone will naturally belong to them. At the same time, I will also give up two spirit bones of more than 50,000 years as a reward for this operation."

Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo quickly expressed their gratitude, while the surrounding crowd showed admiration for Bibi Dong, praising His Holiness the Pope for his selflessness.

Yang Ping'an was shocked. Bibi Dong truly lived up to her title as the Pope of the Spirit Hall. How could someone who wasn't of the Qian family bloodline sit in the position of Pope and win the hearts of the people? Her methods of winning people over were indeed brilliant. His master and uncle would probably be even more devoted to her in the future.

Yang Ping'an had originally brought up this question to test Bibi Dong's attitude and to observe her character and conduct. Logically, this soul bone would have been given to Chrysanthemum Ghost Douluo no matter what. Unexpectedly, in addition to the original 100,000-year soul bone, Bibi Dong was willing to give up two 50,000-year soul bones, leaving everyone speechless.

Especially judging from his style of handling things, he is definitely a man of great talent and ambition, and does not care about trivial matters, unlike the brainless character in the original work.

At this moment, Bibi Dong waved her hand: "This soul bone is what you deserve. Ping An, don't you have a second matter? Just ask whatever it is."

Yang Ping'an's face now revealed a hint of ferocity: "Your Holiness, this is the Three Upper Sects provoking the Spirit Hall. What action will Your Holiness take next?"

Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent. Although it was Tang Hao who made the move, the fact that several major forces jointly attacked Chrysanthemum Douluo was a provocation against the Spirit Hall's authority. They had to get revenge no matter what, otherwise how would the Spirit Hall stand in the future?

However, the subsequent actions are related to the secrets of the Spirit Hall. Although Yang Ping'an is Chrysanthemum Douluo's disciple, as Bibi Dong intentionally or unintentionally pointed out, Yang Ping'an has not joined the Spirit Hall after all, and should not know these private matters. Otherwise, it would be troublesome if he had any ulterior motives.

(End of this chapter)