Douluo Continent: Dragon's Journey Across the World

After listening to Chrysanthemum Douluo's words, Yang Ping'an simply pondered silently.

Judging from the current situation, it seems to have deviated far from the original plot. Many unknown things may happen next, especially for Tang Chen. Theoretically speaking, Tang Chen has passed the eight trials of the Asura God's inheritance, which means that he is only one step away from becoming a god.

However, the Spirit Hall has not yet received news of Tang Chen's ascension to godhood, and all of this seems to be strange.

"Master, how are your injuries now? The injuries Tang Chen caused probably won't heal easily, right? Also, why isn't Uncle-Master home? Wasn't he injured too?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed quite calm: "My injury is nothing serious. Half a year has passed. It wasn't a serious injury back then, just a shock. Your uncle has too many things to do and can't stay idle. Besides, he recovered faster than me and is already out busy."

Yang Ping'an was somewhat relieved: "Master, it's good that you're alright. By the way, Master, could you tell me about your battle back then? What exactly is the strength of a level 99 Limit Douluo? Is he really that powerful?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to recall carefully before speaking: "Ping An, the level 99 people are much stronger than we imagined. They seem to be integrated with the entire world, or rather, they have perfectly merged with their martial souls. Every move they make seems to have an irresistible power."

"You should know that if your uncle and I join forces, we can barely put up a fight against even a level 98 Golden Crocodile Douluo. But when facing Tang Chen and the Grand Elder, who are both level 99, it's like an ordinary person facing a Soul Master.

"Especially Tang Chen, he has basically mastered all the unique skills of the Clear Sky Sect, and his soul power is unfathomable. He seems to be able to use the Clear Sky Hammer perfectly. Even without using soul skills, a single ordinary hammer blow has great power. Moreover, their soul power seems to be inexhaustible. No matter how many people fight in a gauntlet, they can't do anything about it."

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After listening to Chrysanthemum Douluo's description, Yang Ping'an recalled the actions of Poseidon Douluo. The strength of a level 99 Limit Douluo was indeed unfathomable, and only by personally fighting him could one truly understand his terror.

Yang Ping'an plans to rest in Wuhun City for a few days and consider how he should cultivate next.

Yang Ping'an seemed to have thought of something and quickly asked, "Master, what's the situation with the Elemental Academy now? Have you forcibly recruited students from the Elemental Academy?"

The previously slightly worried Chrysanthemum Douluo suddenly showed a meaningful look: "Ping An, did you give my Pope's Decree to Shui Qingrou? You should have taken Shui Bing'er with you when you went to Seagod Island this time."

Yang Ping'an looked embarrassed: "Master, I brought a few more people with me to Seagod Island this time, including Shui Bing'er, Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, and Huo Wushuang. They used to be my friends, so they took care of me along the way."

Chrysanthemum Douluo couldn't help but laugh: "It's good that you have a few friends. The Soul Master world can't really go it alone. After we heard the message you passed on to His Holiness the Pope, we stopped making things difficult for the Elemental Academy. Besides, the Elemental Academy is keeping a low profile now, so we shouldn't have any conflicts with them."

"By the way, I've met Shui Bing'er a few times. She's quite talented and good in every way. She's a good match for you."

Yang Ping'an thought about it carefully: "Master, could you arrange for a trusted confidant to secretly send them a message saying that I am safe now and that they should not come looking for me in the short term, but just focus on their own cultivation? In particular, they should not have any contact with me for the time being. If something really happens, I will come looking for them."

Chrysanthemum Douluo was a little puzzled: "Ping An, what are you doing? The Soul Master world is all about connections, or rather, power. These four people all have pretty good talent. Their strength will definitely increase greatly after returning from Seagod Island. They will be your help in the future. You must have given them a lot of help by taking them to Seagod Island this time. Shouldn't you be trying to win them over even more at this time?"

Yang Ping'an also sighed: "Master, the Haotian Sect is powerful now. They also have their own families. It's impossible for them to completely ignore everything and follow me to fight against the Haotian Sect. Besides, people's hearts are the most unpredictable. I don't want to cause any trouble, and I don't want to be stabbed in the back."

Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded with some relief: his disciple was growing more and more, not only knowing how to cultivate, but also beginning to understand how to plan things in terms of interpersonal relationships.

As Yang Ping'an said, the three elemental academies are very close to Tiandou City, but far from Wuhun City. If they are threatened by the titled Douluo of the Haotian Sect, they might really cause trouble for their own families.

While Yang Ping'an was in Wuhun City, Shui Bing'er and the other three returned to their respective homes.

When the four of them displayed their strength, the family and even the entire academy were shocked. Judging from their strength alone, they were already the strongest in their academy, and even stronger than their dean.

Especially when Shui Bing'er revealed her seven black and one red spirit rings, even Shui Qingrou found it a bit unbelievable. You have to know that only three years have passed, and she has increased her level by a full twenty levels. She is probably not far from becoming a Title Douluo.

Yang Ping'an had only been in Wuhun City for half a day when he received a message from Bibi Dong, inviting him to meet at the Papal Palace.

Yang Ping'an himself only thought about it for a moment. No matter what, he would have to face it eventually. He would have to meet Bibi Dong sooner or later, especially regarding Tang Chen, who was their common enemy.

When Yang Ping'an arrived at the Papal Palace, the entire palace seemed unchanged. Even though Bibi Dong had become the emperor of the Spirit Empire, she still worked in the Papal Palace, and the name of the Papal Palace had not even been changed.

Inside the Papal Palace, Bibi Dong still sat on the throne. Compared to the pope who wore magnificent robes before, she now wore imperial attire, appearing even more powerful and majestic.

Yang Ping'an slowly walked into the Papal Palace and bowed slightly: "Your Majesty, it has been several years since I last saw you. Your Majesty is still as magnificent as ever. Congratulations on establishing the Martial Soul Empire."

Bibi Dong smiled and said, "Yang Ping'an, I didn't expect you to be back so soon. And in just three years, you've already reached level 87. It seems that this training has been quite effective. Seagod Island is truly a blessed place for you."

Yang Ping'an's expression remained calm: "Your Majesty flatters me. I am merely a lowly Soul Master, incomparable to Your Majesty's great talent. May I ask what brings Your Majesty here this time?"

Bibi Dong snorted coldly, "Yang Ping'an, you're a smart man, you should know better than anyone why I invited you here. I was your backer back then, helping you return safely from the City of Slaughter, but what did you do in return?"

Yang Ping'an merely smiled slightly: "Your Majesty, could you explain it more clearly? I don't quite understand."

Bibi Dong's lips curled into a sinister smile: "Did you poison the City of Slaughter? Otherwise, the City of Slaughter wouldn't be in this state now."

Yang Ping'an retorted, "What does this have to do with me, or rather, what does it have to do with His Majesty?"

Bibi Dong couldn't help but laugh: "Given your personality, you're not the kind of person who would deny what you did. Besides, Tang Hao is your enemy. You should know that it was because of your poisoning that the entire Slaughter City has been destroyed. Many evil soul masters have appeared on the continent. My Spirit Hall has been criticized by various forces. Even Tang Chen has recovered, and now even the Clear Sky Sect has come out of seclusion."

Yang Ping'an remained silent for a moment before speaking: "Whether Tang Chen appears or Haotian Sect comes out of seclusion, whether I poisoned him or not, it was only a matter of time. I just made these things happen sooner, so that at least you can react and you won't be in danger at a critical moment in the future. In fact, Your Majesty should thank me, otherwise these dangers would have been lurking even deeper."

Bibi Dong seemed to be silent for a while before speaking: "Fine, since you've caused all this trouble, you have to give me a solution."

Yang Ping'an smiled slightly: "That's not a problem at all. However, I do have something I'd like to ask Your Majesty for help with."

Bibi Dong revealed a playful expression: "With your current strength and all your scheming, is there anything you need my help with? You don't want me to help you deal with Tang Chen, do you? You should have heard about the war in Wuhun City; I couldn't do anything to Tang Chen either."

Yang Ping'an shook his head: "There's no need for Your Majesty to trouble yourself with that. I would like to ask Your Majesty to take me to visit the Grand Elder, as I have a few questions to ask him."

Bibi Dong thought for a moment and said, "No problem. As long as you can help me solve the problem at hand, I can personally take you to visit the Grand Elder."

In fact, given Yang Ping'an's current strength, he certainly dares to go to other places, but finding a peerless Douluo is not so simple, especially since he once defeated Qian Renxue.

Finally, Yang Ping'an asked, "I wonder if the problem lies with Tang Chen, the Clear Sky Sect, or those fallen soul masters?"

Bibi Dong snorted coldly: "If it weren't for your poisoning, how could those fallen soul masters have appeared on the continent? Now, all the major powers are demanding that we fulfill the duties that the Spirit Hall originally performed and eliminate the fallen soul masters on the continent."

Yang Ping'an couldn't help but chuckle: "This is interesting. What does the Spirit Empire care where these fallen soul masters are? They'll run away on their own and aren't under the Spirit Hall's control. But if the major powers ask you to resolve this, doesn't that mean they're acknowledging the Spirit Empire as the true origin of soul masters?"

Bibi Dong paused, as if she had thought of something, and also revealed a smile: "It is indeed quite interesting. These fallen soul masters have legs on their bodies, and they are not under the control of the Spirit Empire wherever they appear. Besides, it is now the Spirit Empire, and there is no Spirit Hall anymore."

"What about the Clear Sky Sect and Tang Chen? They've gathered a large number of Soul Masters, intending to contend with my Spirit Empire."

Yang Ping'an revealed a hint of sneer: "That's even less of a problem. Soul Masters who want to fight against the Spirit Empire will never change their attitude, regardless of whether the Clear Sky Sect is involved or not. Rather than letting them hide and harass you, it's better to let them follow the Clear Sky Sect. Wouldn't that just make them an even bigger target?"

"Besides, the Clear Sky Sect only has seven Title Douluos. They can't possibly threaten the Spirit Hall's position. Moreover, as far as I know, the Clear Sky Sect is known for its domineering nature. They are not as strict as the Spirit Hall, which can accommodate all Soul Masters."

Bibi Dong fell silent, seemingly contemplating the threat posed by the Haotian Sect.

The two chatted for a few more minutes about the state of the world before Yang Ping'an prepared to leave.

However, before leaving, Yang Ping'an suddenly spoke up: "Your Majesty, I have one more small question. Has Your Majesty actually reached level ninety-nine? Or, with the combined strength of Your Majesty and the Grand Elder, is it really impossible to stop Tang Chen?"

Bibi Dong's expression immediately changed: "This is not something an outsider like you should know. You'd better not make a mistake for yourself."

"I'll take you to see the High Priest tomorrow morning. Remember not to say anything out of line."

Yang Ping'an merely bowed slightly before leaving the Papal Palace. (End of Chapter)