Chapter 139: To the Spirit Hall

Chapter 139: To the Spirit Hall

A month passed quickly, and the students of Shrek Academy, now well-rested, prepared to depart for Spirit City.

At Shrek Academy, Tang San had already returned with his spirit rings, but he did not see Yu Xiaogang.

……

At the border between the Star Luo and Heaven Dou Empires, the Spirit Hall.

At this moment, Yu Xiaogang, dressed in attire that could not be considered elaborate, entered the city after being inspected by a Spirit Master.

Without any hesitation or even a moment's rest, Yu Xiaogang made his way directly to the highest ruling body of the Spirit Hall: the Pope's Palace.

"Who dares intrude upon the sacred grounds of the Spirit Hall!"

Two guards, clad in silver armor, drew their longswords and blocked the path of this seemingly ordinary man, who possessed only a 29th-level of power.

Over a hundred guard knights stationed at the Pope's Palace brandished their knight swords, their faces stern and menacing.

"This is a forbidden area. Take one more step, and you will be killed without question."

Facing the hundreds of guard knights, whose strength was evidently superior to his own, Yu Xiaogang maintained his usual indifferent expression.

He raised his hand and presented his Papal Token.

The leading guard knight quickly stepped forward. When he recognized the emblem on the token, he couldn't help but shiver, despite his momentary stupor.

Although he hesitated, his body honestly and respectfully knelt on one knee.

"Greetings, Elder."

Although the hundred knights behind him were perplexed, they followed suit and knelt in unison.

Yu Xiaogang seemed accustomed to this scene, calmly helping the leading knight to his feet before gesturing with his hand.

"Take me to see the Pope."

Yu Xiaogang stated his purpose succinctly. Relieved that Yu Xiaogang was so amenable, the knight relaxed.

It seemed that his earlier offense had been forgiven, and he became more earnest.

……

Half a shichen later.

In the discussion hall of the Pope's Palace, Yu Xiaogang quietly sipped a cup of fragrant tea while perusing a report on the recent developments of the Spirit Hall, which had been delivered by the knight shortly after his arrival.

A three-meter-high arched door opened, and a gentle voice sounded from outside.

"You will wait outside. Without my command, no one is to disturb me."

Hearing this voice, Yu Xiaogang sighed helplessly and put down the report he had been reading. He straightened his body and sat upright.

The door opened slowly, and a woman entered.

She was not tall, dressed in a luxurious black robe embroidered with gold patterns, a nine-curved purple-gold crown on her head, and a two-meter-long purple scepter studded with countless gems in her hand.

Her skin was fair, and her face was almost perfect, making her stand out from the crowd.

The air of nobility and holiness that she exuded was awe-inspiring, naturally commanding reverence and worship.

Seeing Bibi Dong in this posture, Yu Xiaogang's hands trembled slightly as he picked up the cup of clear tea and pretended to take a calm sip.

There was no exchange of glances or sparks of tension.

Noticing Yu Xiaogang's demeanor, a complex mix of emotions flashed across Bibi Dong's eyes, and her scepter tapped lightly on the floor, producing a soft 'ding' sound.

"You've come."

Her voice was gentle and melodious, like a refreshing spring breeze.

A bitter smile appeared on Yu Xiaogang's face, and he placed his hands on the table in front of him and stood up, turning to face the woman.

"Yes, I'm here."

Recently, Bibi Dong had personally gone to Heaven Dou City to find Yu Xiaogang, only to be evaded.

Now, Yu Xiaogang had taken the initiative to come to the Spirit Hall to see her. How the tables had turned. Whether or not someone would be running away today remained to be seen.

"How have you been these years?"

A hint of self-mockery curved Bibi Dong's lips.

"What could be bad about being above tens of thousands? As the ruler of the Spirit Hall, even the emperors of the two empires have to yield to me. What could I possibly have to complain about?"

Hearing the self-mockery in Bibi Dong's words, Yu Xiaogang sighed helplessly.

"Bibi Dong, I know the pain in your heart."

"Bibi Dong? If you hadn't mentioned it, I would've almost forgotten that name. Please call me Pope or Your Majesty. I am no longer the foolish Bibi Dong of the past."

"Yes, Your Majesty," Yu Xiaogang replied, a hint of helplessness in his voice as well. A flicker of pain escaped from his eyes, and he turned away, walking back to where he had been sitting before.

Holding the cup of fragrant tea in his hands, he seemed to sink into the memories of the past.

Seeing Yu Xiaogang's back, even though he didn't say anything, the coldness in Bibi Dong's eyes faded, and a hint of softness flashed by.

She lifted her foot as if to step forward, but ultimately stopped herself.

"Why have you come to see me? It's been almost twenty years since we last met, hasn't it?"

Her voice remained calm, as if the events of the previous days had never happened.

Yu Xiaogang took a deep breath, seemingly suppressing the turbulent emotions within, and when he turned around, the excess emotions in his eyes had disappeared, leaving only the usual indifference.

"Your Majesty, I have come to ask for your help with something."

"Oh? You have a request?"

A hint of surprise flashed across Bibi Dong's eyes as she looked at Yu Xiaogang, seemingly unable to believe that he would say such a thing.

"You would come to me for help? That doesn't seem like something you would do. It seems that time really can change a person. Go on."

Yu Xiaogang didn't explain his "change." Indeed, he had changed, but not in the way Bibi Dong was thinking.

"Your Majesty, I want to know how you overcame the challenge of having a dual spirit."

Hearing this question, Bibi Dong's eyes narrowed slightly as she replied with a calm expression, "Dual spirit? Why do you want to know about that?"

Yu Xiaogang did not hide the truth.

"I have taken on a disciple who has been training with me for seven or eight years. Fortunately, he possesses the same dual spirit as you. This child is extremely talented, and I hope to cultivate him into a powerful expert."

Hearing Yu Xiaogang's words, Bibi Dong finally believed that he hadn't changed.

"Are you trying to cultivate a powerful expert to go against me?"

The Pope's voice turned cold, but Yu Xiaogang remained unmoved. He said in a deep voice, "Of course not. If you are willing to tell me how you overcame the dual spirit challenge.

I can assure you that my disciple will never go against the Spirit Hall. I am willing to swear by my reputation as the 'First Theory Master of the Continent.'"

Hearing this, a hint of sarcasm appeared on Bibi Dong's lips.

"So even the renowned First Theory Master doesn't know everything."

Then her smile turned cold.

"Yu Xiaogang, you're too late. Just a few days ago, I sent people to ambush the Heaven Dou Empire's competition team on their way.

The target is your disciple with the dual spirit, the one from the Hao Tian Sect, whose father is Tang Hao, right?"

As she spoke, Bibi Dong couldn't help but click her tongue in admiration.

"So, there's no need for you to know the secret of the dual spirit."

(End of Chapter)

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