Douluo Continent: Twin Golden and Silver Dragons Shock Bibi Dong

Amidst the unsuspecting, even terrified, gazes of Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling, Zhu Zhuqing, and the others, Xuan Hao darted forward, opened his arms, and grabbed Bibi Dong's slender waist, actually lifting the high and mighty Pope into his arms!

The air seemed to freeze for a moment.

Dugu Yan and the others' eyes widened instantly, and they stopped breathing.

Although they already knew perfectly well before they came that Xuan Hao and His Holiness the Pope had a close relationship, even a shameless bond.

However, knowing it was true is one thing, but witnessing it firsthand still left them feeling somewhat dazed.

That's the Pope!

That bastard Xuan Hao actually picked her up like he was carrying his own little wife?!

Caught off guard by Xuan Hao's sudden action, Bibi Dong's usually aloof and dignified face flushed slightly, and she could no longer maintain her composure.

"Let go."

Bibi Dong lowered her voice and squeezed out two words through gritted teeth.

He had just displayed his power outside and naturally accepted these talented young girls as his disciples. He was preparing to set a good example as a "teacher" after entering the hall, to establish rules for these girls and set an example of absolute authority.

But Xuan Hao, in front of these new disciples, actually pulled her into his arms! How could she possibly maintain her authority after that? What about the Pope's dignity?!

Hearing the suppressed embarrassment and anger in Bibi Dong's tone, Xuan Hao knew to stop while he was ahead.

He chuckled, obediently put Bibi Dong down, and even thoughtfully straightened her slightly disheveled, luxurious robes. Then, he folded his hands and obediently returned to his original position.

Bibi Dong's eyes twitched slightly, and she glared at him fiercely, but due to the occasion, she ultimately didn't say anything more.

The group continued walking inside and soon arrived at the solemn and majestic Papal Palace.

Bibi Dong walked gracefully up the high steps and sat down on the papal throne, which represented the highest power of the Spirit Hall.

Xuan Hao and Na'er's group stood properly at the bottom of the steps.

Bibi Dong surveyed the crowd from her elevated position, her gaze lingering on Xuan Hao for a moment before she spoke calmly, "Xuan Hao, take Rongrong and Xiao Wu to the side hall next door to rest. I have some things to say to Na'er and the others privately."

Xuan Hao nodded knowingly. He knew that Bibi Dong was about to formally fulfill her duties as a "teacher" and explain the rules of the Spirit Hall and the future training plan to Na'er and the others.

Xiao Wu and Rong Rong are not members of the Papal Palace, so it is indeed inappropriate for them to stay here.

"Let's go." Xuan Hao took Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu's hands on either side, and turned to leave the main hall decisively.

……

As soon as she stepped out of the main hall and into the quiet side hall, Ning Rongrong's gossipy soul, which had been suppressed for so long, instantly ignited.

"Tell me the truth! How far have things progressed between you and His Holiness the Pope?!"

Xuan Hao actually dared to pick Bibi Dong up in his arms!

What the hell! The most outrageous thing is that despite being treated so lightly, the Pope didn't actually get angry and beat him up!

Clearly, this was definitely not the first time they had done this. Xuan Hao and she must have done even more intimate things in private!

Looking into Ning Rongrong's big, inquisitive eyes, Xuan Hao said, "We haven't gotten to that point yet. We've just played some little games in private. We haven't done the final step yet."

"Mini-games?!"

Ning Rongrong's eyes twitched violently, and she couldn't help but raise her voice.

While others might not know the level of the "mini-game" Xuan Hao was referring to, how could she not know?!

Xuan Hao's "little games" are capable of completely tearing apart the sense of shame between two people!

That feeling of being completely controlled, both physically and mentally, and experiencing extreme shame, can sometimes be more torturous than real combat!

Xuanhao said he didn't go in, but that only means "not going in" in a physical sense. He has already seen everything he should and shouldn't have seen, touched everything he should and shouldn't have touched!

"Playing all those shameless little games of yours, what's the difference between that and actually doing it?!" Ning Rongrong complained speechlessly.

Xuan Hao raised an eyebrow and said seriously, "Of course there's a difference. This is a matter of principle. Okay, let's not discuss such dangerous topics anymore. If she hears us, I'll get another beating later."

Just as the two were bickering, Xuan Hao suddenly felt his left side of his clothes being gripped tightly.

Xiao Wu, who hadn't uttered a word since entering the Papal Palace, was now clinging tightly to Xuan Hao's arm. She buried her pale face in Xuan Hao's shoulder, her delicate body trembling slightly.

This was the absolute core of Wuhun City, the Papal Palace. Every trace of oppressive power permeating the air awakened the deepest fear and hatred within her. If Xuan Hao hadn't been by her side, this suffocating sense of oppression would have been enough to break her.

Ning Rongrong keenly noticed Xiao Wu's pale face and strange emotions. She immediately shut her mouth, put away her previous gossipy and playful demeanor, and didn't say another word.

Xuan Hao didn't speak, but simply reached out and pulled the trembling little rabbit tightly into his arms, silently comforting her with his body heat and blood.

Chapter 403: Setting Rules and Discipline for New Disciples; Zhu Zhuqing to Return to Xingluo to Settle Things

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Half an hour later.

The heavy, carved wooden door of the side hall was gently pushed open from the outside.

Na'er led Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling, and Zhu Zhuqing in.

As soon as she entered, Dugu Yan's gaze fell on the two people on the large sofa.

At this moment, Xiao Wu was curled up in Xuan Hao's arms like a docile kitten, burying her face in his chest and not moving at all.

Ning Rongrong sat quietly to the side, unusually quiet.

Seeing Xiao Wu's obviously strange mood, Dugu Yan was stunned for a moment, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes, and asked in a low voice, "What's wrong with Xiao Wu? She was fine outside just now."

Xuan Hao gently stroked Xiao Wu's smooth long hair, without explaining much, just shook his head lightly: "It's nothing, she suddenly felt a little unwell, probably because she was too tired from the competition these past two days, let her rest in my arms for a while and she'll be fine."

Seeing this, Dugu Yan didn't ask any more questions.

Xuan Hao raised his head, "What did your teacher say to you when he kept you in the main hall?"

Dugu Yan walked to the sofa and sat down. She picked up her teacup, took a sip of water to calm herself, and then said, "Actually, she didn't say anything too special. She mainly warned us that now that we know your true identity, you'd better keep your mouth shut. Those secrets that can't be told to others, even if they have to stay inside, should never be spoken of to outsiders."

"The look in His Holiness's eyes when he said that..."

Dugu Yan patted her chest with lingering fear, "I feel like if I had dared to say even half a word more, she could have slapped me to dust."

Xuan Hao found it somewhat amusing: "She was just trying to scare you. Anything else?"

"Another thing is..."

Dugu Yan gave Xuan Hao a strange look. "She was warning us, as your teacher, to behave better when we're with you, to know our place, and not to cause you trouble by being jealous all the time."

"As for cultivation matters," Na'er, who had been silent until now, chimed in with a smile, "Our teacher said that you had already spoken with her privately before, and that you plan to personally take us out for special training. Therefore, she will not interfere with our cultivation arrangements and will leave everything to you. She doesn't need to worry about it."

Xuan Hao nodded; this was indeed something he and Bibi Dong had discussed beforehand.

He originally planned to take these girls with him on his next trip to Poseidon Island to gain some experience, so Bibi Dong was naturally happy to have some free time.

"Is that all?" Xuan Hao asked.

"There's one more thing."

Zhu Zhuqing, who had been standing quietly to the side, suddenly spoke up.

"It's about me."

Xuan Hao raised an eyebrow slightly: "About the Star Luo Empire?"

Zhu Zhuqing nodded: "My teacher kept me behind just now to talk about my return to the Star Luo Empire to settle things. She said that your current identity is too sensitive. You are not only the Holy Son of the Spirit Hall, but also a favorite of the Heaven Dou Empire, the president of the Heaven Dou Self-Improvement Association, and you are very close to the Heaven Dou Crown Prince Xue Qinghe."

"If you personally accompany me to the capital of the Star Luo Empire at this critical juncture, the resulting political repercussions will be no joke. What will the Star Luo royal family think? What will the Heaven Dou Empire think?"

Zhu Zhuqing took a deep breath and repeated Bibi Dong's words, "So, Teacher wants you to take the team back to Tiandou City first to handle the follow-up matters after the finals there. As for the matters in the Star Luo Empire... she will help me resolve them."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Hao frowned immediately, looking puzzled: "She'll help you solve it? How will she solve it? Is she going to personally accompany you to Xingluo City?"

"If that were the case, wouldn't the impact be even greater?"

“No.” Zhu Zhuqing shook her head and explained, “What my teacher means is that I should go back as a disciple of the Pope of the Spirit Hall. At the same time, she will send Ghost Douluo from the Elder Hall to personally take me there.”

"Furthermore, the teacher will personally write a letter to the emperor of the Star Luo Empire in the name of the Pope, which will be handed to him in person by Senior Ghost Douluo."

Zhu Zhuqing paused for a moment, then said, "I don't know the specifics of the letter, but the teacher said that it's enough for her to handle this matter. You absolutely cannot go there in person, otherwise, given your style of doing things, you'll definitely make things more and more complicated."

After hearing this arrangement, Xuan Hao's doubts did not dissipate; instead, they deepened.

"What kind of arrangement is this? What do you mean? I think it's more appropriate for me to accompany you personally. After all, this is about severing ties, a complete resolution. With me here, no one will dare to give you a hard time."

Zhu Zhuqing shook her head decisively: "There's no need for that. Ever since Dai Mubai became like that, the Star Luo Empire's family and royal family have completely abandoned him. And I have long been regarded by them as a worthless pawn. My relationship with them has actually been over for a long time."

"My return this time is just a formality, a way to sever the last vestiges of our relationship in public and bring things to a complete end."

Zhu Zhuqing looked at Xuan Hao and said seriously, "I feel like you coming with me would complicate things. The teacher's arrangement is the most appropriate."

"Perfect my ass!"

Xuan Hao snorted coldly, "What if the people on the Star Luo side are out of their minds and don't know what's good for them? What if they think the Spirit Hall is going too far, or the Star Luo royal family feels they've lost face and insist on detaining you?"

"If I go with you, no matter their attitude, if they dare to say a single word against it, I'll lead you straight out of the Star Luo Imperial Palace and out of the city! It's that simple!"

Upon hearing this, the entire side hall fell silent instantly.

Ning Rongrong, Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling, and even Xiao Wu, who was pretending to be asleep in his arms, couldn't help but quietly raise their heads.

Zhu Zhuqing looked at him with a strange expression, her cold eyes filled with speechlessness.

She took a deep breath and asked in a low voice, "Why don't you... listen to what you're actually saying?"

Xuan Hao was taken aback: "What did I say wrong?"

Zhu Zhuqing sighed helplessly, "What is my status now? I am the personal disciple of the Pope of the Spirit Hall! This time when I go back, I will also have a Title Douluo as my personal bodyguard, and he is carrying a letter personally written by the Pope!"

"Besides, who in the whole world doesn't know that I'm your man?"

As Zhu Zhuqing spoke, a slight blush rose on her fair cheeks, but her tone became even more resolute, "If the Star Luo Empire really dares to detain me, or even touch a single hair on my head, do you know what that means?"

"That means they not only publicly trampled on His Holiness the Pope's face, but also directly forced you, this unreasonable living devil, to personally take a trip to Star Luo City!"

The more Zhu Zhuqing spoke, the more she felt that Xuan Hao's worries were completely unnecessary, even somewhat ridiculous: "Are you crazy?! Unless the Star Luo royal family's brains have been completely eaten by zombies, they would never do such a stupid thing!"

"The Spirit Hall was never something to be trifled with to begin with, and now, in the eyes of the higher-ups of various forces, you, Xuan Hao, are a complete and utter living devil!"

"If you push me too far, everyone knows you might actually dare to unleash that hundred-meter-long Golden Dragon Martial Soul True Body, crashing down from the sky like a meteor of blood and energy, and leveling the Star Luo City Imperial Palace to the ground!"

"Faced with a pervert like you who makes sweeping generalizations and is completely unreasonable, even if the Star Luo Emperor is feeling very aggrieved, he still has to politely sign the document severing ties with me and then respectfully send me out of the city!"

Chapter 404 A tender talk late at night, Dugu Yan cherishes her sisterly bond.