Inside the Pope's Hall, the elders looked at Qian Daoliu with complex expressions.
One thing had to be said: the character of the Grand Elder, Qian Daoliu, was truly beyond reproach.
How many years had passed since that old incident?
Not only did he remember it, but he had also spared the "killer of his son" because of it.
There was a story between Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen that had to be told. It recounted how the two went from competing for the title of the world's strongest to becoming kindred spirits, adventuring together, and eventually parting ways.
Although the story was somewhat ancient, there were still people in the Elder Hall who knew of it. After all, Qian Daoliu was not the oldest among the elders.
"Grand Elder, if we just pretend you're dead, wouldn't it be easy to attack the Clear Sky Sect?"
No one dared to say this, but Bibi Dong did!
After all, her relationship with Qian Daoliu was just that.
It was fitting for her to be the one to say it.
As soon as these words were spoken, the elders who often opposed Bibi Dong were all stunned, their mouths slightly open, wanting to speak but hesitating.
They felt their scalps itch, wanting to scratch.
Could such words really be spoken so directly?
Indeed, they could.
Once Bibi Dong said it, even they couldn't find a reason to refuse.
Whether they supported Qian Daoliu or Bibi Dong, not a single person spoke up, all remaining silent.
Attacking the Clear Sky Sect, once the world's top sect, was something the Spirit Hall was determined to do.
If not for Qian Daoliu's opposition, preparations for the expedition would have already been made.
Qian Daoliu was slightly stunned. In a daze, he seemed to understand what Bibi Dong meant.
At his age, he really didn't understand the thoughts of the younger generation...
"This... isn't this deceiving people?"
Qian Daoliu frowned, displeased.
In life, one should be upright and honest. Even if you want to kill someone, you should inform them beforehand.
Promises made must be kept.
Deceiving the world was something he wouldn't even dare to think about, let alone do!
Bibi Dong curled her lips. Since she had opened her mouth, she wouldn't let it end so easily.
Didn't she see that the elders were all avoiding eye contact, pretending not to see or hear?
They were also waiting for a result, waiting for her to convince the stubborn old man, Qian Daoliu.
"At your age, as long as you don't leave the Spirit Hall, it would be impossible to prove otherwise."
Bibi Dong said expressionlessly.
She was doing all this to pave the way for Qian Renxue!
It was a form of compensation for Qian Renxue.
If not for this, she would have dragged the Spirit Hall down with her.
"Impossible, absolutely impossible!"
Qian Daoliu quickly waved his hand. He would never allow such a thing to happen. Was Bibi Dong teaching him how to act?
"I, Qian Daoliu, have lived my life with integrity. I would never resort to such underhanded tactics!"
"Unless I die, I will never allow an attack on the Clear Sky Sect!"
Qian Daoliu's voice was firm and resolute, leaving no room for doubt.
Hearing this, the Pope's Hall fell into silence.
Qian Daoliu's stubbornness meant that an attack on the Clear Sky Sect was out of the question.
But if they didn't attack the Clear Sky Sect, this sect would remain a thorn in their side, ready to prick them at any moment.
Everyone sighed, thinking that the matter was settled. But then, Bibi Dong's eyes lit up!
She remembered the Body Sect.
The Body Sect had indeed "fallen," but not a single member had died.
They had simply been absorbed into the army, now belonging to the Rock King Emperor, no longer a sect.
Why not follow the Body Sect's example and destroy the Clear Sky Sect first?
Thinking of this, Bibi Dong looked at Yue Guan and Gui Mei. After a moment, she said, "Yue Guan, you and Gui Mei will take some elders and temporarily withdraw from the Spirit Hall."
Before Bibi Dong could finish, everyone was stunned, confused.
Especially Yue Guan, Gui Mei, and the elders. They had fought and bled for the Spirit Hall, and now?
The Pope's words were enough to make them withdraw from the Spirit Hall?
Wait, temporarily withdraw from the Spirit Hall?
With the word "temporarily," everyone patiently waited to hear Bibi Dong out before arguing.
"After withdrawing from the Spirit Hall, you will form a new force. Let's call it... the Spirit Temple."
"???"
Hearing this, everyone felt their minds filled with question marks, not understanding Bibi Dong's reasoning.
Also, the name "Spirit Temple" felt a bit strange, as if it carried some great karma. But fortunately, they could bear such karma.
"Once the Clear Sky Sect is destroyed, you can return."
Bibi Dong paused here, then continued, "Grand Elder, you promised Tang Chen that the Spirit Hall would not attack the Clear Sky Sect. But if the Spirit Temple does it, there should be no problem, right?"
The entire hall fell silent. Both Qian Daoliu and Yue Guan were silent.
What they were doing was essentially a play on words, but it was hard to find fault with it.
The Spirit Hall indeed did not attack; it was the Spirit Temple that did.
If necessary, even the Pope could temporarily withdraw from the Spirit Hall and become the leader of the Spirit Temple!
Grand Elder Qian Daoliu remained silent, so Yue Guan and the others didn't dare to agree, only silently watching Qian Daoliu.
After a while, Qian Daoliu sighed, turned, and left without saying a word.
"This method is good. The Grand Elder is just old and doesn't understand flexibility."
"Bibi Dong, if you need my help, send someone to find me!"
Glowing Feather Douluo left these words and walked away.
He found the matter quite interesting.
"Yes, Your Holiness."
With Qian Daoliu's tacit approval, Yue Guan and the others quickly agreed. From now on, they were members of the Spirit Temple.
"Go and make arrangements. The Clear Sky Sect is no ordinary force. Over a decade ago, they abandoned their affiliated families, so they don't have many members."
"But those who remain are all elites. Be cautious."
"This mission must succeed; failure is not an option!"
"Yes!"
After everyone left, Bibi Dong murmured to herself in the hall, "Twenty years have passed. The Clear Sky Sect is definitely not as simple as it appears on the surface. It's no longer just a sect with two Titled Douluo."
"Tang Xiao could fight one against four and repel Gui Mei and the others. This mission will likely be difficult..."
After a while, Bibi Dong had an idea.
This time, she would likely need to take action herself to resolve the situation.
The elders from the Elder Hall who could be persuaded should not be overlooked.
Every bit of strength counted.
"The Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, right?"
"I'll let you live a little longer. After dealing with the Clear Sky Sect, you should have gathered the traitors..."
"Then, we'll deal with you all at once."
The reason she didn't deal with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect immediately was because they were wealthy.
Those who joined the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect were mostly people who had grudges against the Spirit Hall or were unwilling to join the Spirit Hall.
Having these people gathered together was actually a good thing.