While Ning Rongrong was still confused about why she hadn't seen the "guests" Chen Xin had mentioned, suddenly…
Whoosh—
Accompanied by a gust of wind, two figures emerged from the dense forest nearby.
At this moment, Ning Rongrong finally saw who they were.
The person leading the way was a woman dressed in an elegant purple gown. Her beauty was stunning, but her expression was cold and commanding, exuding an air of unquestionable authority. Behind her, a pair of shimmering purple crystal wings unfurled, radiating with a faint aura of power.
As she flew, her dress fluttered gently, resembling a blooming purple lotus.
However, compared to the woman, what caught Ning Rongrong's attention even more was the young man behind her. He wore sleek black clothing and sported a pair of dark greenish-black wings. The young man was handsome, his demeanor pure yet captivating, leaving Ning Rongrong momentarily unable to look away.
"He's so handsome… I've never seen anyone like him before…"
Ning Rongrong's mouth slightly parted as she unconsciously murmured, her eyes filled with admiration.
On the other hand, when Chen Xin saw the newcomers, his first reaction was disbelief—he thought he must be mistaken. But upon confirming their identities, his pupils contracted sharply, and his heart filled with astonishment:
It was really Bibi Dong!
But shouldn't she, as the Pope of the Spirit Hall, be busy with official duties?
Instead of staying at the Spirit Hall to handle her responsibilities, she had appeared in the Great Star Dou Forest. Could it be…
Because of the young man behind her?
Who was he? And why was Bibi Dong protecting him?!
While Chen Xin was still puzzling over the identity of Dai Chengfeng, Ning Fengyuan felt both surprise and delight.
"It's Lady Bibi Dong, the Pope of the Spirit Hall, and that young man I met a few years ago?!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Xin quickly turned his head, his gaze locking onto Ning Fengyuan. "You know that young man?"
Ning Fengyuan nodded. "Yes, Lord Chen Xin."
He then vividly recounted how, several years ago, while searching for treasures, he had encountered Dai Chengfeng and lost out on a valuable find to him.
After finishing, he added, "Lord Chen Xin, I later investigated his identity. If I'm not mistaken…"
"He should be the Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire, known in the military as the 'War Sage,' Lord Dai Chengfeng."
"The Fourth Prince? The War Sage? Dai Chengfeng?!"
Chen Xin nodded slightly, his eyes reflecting deep thought and seriousness. Could it be that the Star Luo Empire had allied with the Spirit Hall?!!
However, he soon shook his head.
After all, just one prince couldn't necessarily mean anything.
With that in mind, he turned to Bibi Dong, who had now arrived. "Lord Chen Xin greets you, Pope Bibi Dong. May I ask why you, despite your duties at the Spirit Hall, have suddenly appeared in the Great Star Dou Forest?"
"And what was the purpose of that earlier display of pressure?"
Although the Spirit Hall was currently powerful, it hadn't come to blows with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and Chen Xin was still an honorary elder of the Spirit Hall.
Thus, he remained courteous toward Bibi Dong.
However, Bibi Dong, even when facing Chen Xin, only gave a slight nod, her expression cold. "I'll take this prey."
"You'll take it?"
Before Chen Xin could respond, Ning Rongrong, who had just snapped back to reality, immediately grew indignant.
Her almond-shaped eyes widened, and she placed her hands on her hips, speaking bluntly. "This is a prey wounded by Grandpa Sword! Even if you're the Pope of the Spirit Hall, how can you act so unreasonably?"
"Tsk."
Seeing that Chen Xin hadn't outright refused, and yet Ning Rongrong dared to speak up, Dai Chengfeng couldn't help but shake his head in resignation. This little troublemaker truly was a spoiled young lady who rarely left the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, completely unaware of the world's dangers.
She didn't even consider her own status before daring to speak to Bibi Dong like that?
Did she really think everyone would show her leniency just because her father was Ning Fengzhi?
Looks like she's in for a lesson~
After all, Bibi Dong wasn't the same as before. Her mood these days hadn't been very pleasant.
Why wasn't Bibi Dong in a good mood?
That's none of your business!
Dai Chengfeng pursed his lips, as if reminiscing about something.
And indeed…
Bibi Dong suddenly turned her head toward Ning Rongrong, her eyes sharp. A powerful aura surged forth like a violent flood, instantly forcing Ning Rongrong to her knees.
"Pope Bibi Dong!"
Seeing this, Chen Xin immediately spoke up, leaning forward slightly as if to intervene.
But Bibi Dong merely glanced coldly at Chen Xin, her gaze icy and unyielding.
"What? Is your Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect planning to oppose my Spirit Hall?!"
Hearing Bibi Dong escalate the situation to the level of sect rivalry with just one sentence, Chen Xin felt utterly speechless and confused.
What was wrong with Bibi Dong today?
Had she swallowed firecrackers?!
But outwardly, he hurriedly said, "We wouldn't dare. It's just that Rongrong…"
"Rest assured, I won't take her life."
After speaking, Bibi Dong ignored Chen Xin and looked down at Ning Rongrong.
Seeing this, Chen Xin couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief and stopped trying to intervene.
After all, this was Bibi Dong, the Pope of the Spirit Hall—a figure the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect couldn't afford to provoke. The destruction of the Hao Tian Sect served as a warning.
Moreover…
Perhaps it was time for Rongrong to experience some hardship outside the sect. Let her suffer a bit so she could realize that not everyone would pamper her unconditionally. It might even make her safer in the future.
"Young girl, you're Ning Fengzhi's daughter, Ning Rongrong?"
Bibi Dong finally spoke, looking down at Ning Rongrong.
Ning Rongrong nodded. Despite being forcibly pressed to her knees by the overwhelming aura of a Title Douluo, fear flickered in her eyes.
But perhaps because Chen Xin was present, she still tried to appear defiant, straightening her back and speaking loudly:
"Yes, I am Ning Rongrong. Now that you know who I am, will you let me stand up?"
"Rongrong!"
Before Bibi Dong could respond, Chen Xin couldn't help but shout sternly, signaling her to stop talking.
Inwardly, he was both angry and worried, fearing that Bibi Dong, this "female demon," might lose her temper and actually harm Ning Rongrong.
Decided. When they returned, he would send Rongrong out into the world to experience some setbacks.
If she stayed within the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, she would continue thinking everyone feared her and act without restraint…
As these thoughts crossed his mind, Chen Xin turned to Bibi Dong, forcing a smile and bowing slightly.
"Pope Bibi Dong, I will yield this spirit beast to you. Rongrong is just a child who doesn't know better. Please…"
Seeing her objective achieved, Bibi Dong gave a satisfied nod. "I naturally won't hold a grudge against a child."
"However…"
With that, Bibi Dong slowly walked up to Ning Rongrong, extending her slender fingers to gently lift Ning Rongrong's chin, speaking coldly:
"Young girl, you say this is Sword Douluo's prey?"
"But why should the Spirit Hall explain its actions to your Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect?!"
Bibi Dong raised her chin slightly, a hint of disdain in her eyes. "If your Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is dissatisfied, have your father Ning Fengzhi bring people to the Spirit Hall to confront me."
"I'd like to see if he dares!"
"As for you…"
Though Ning Rongrong was young, having rarely ventured outside and spoiled within the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, she wasn't truly foolish.
If she had previously relied on her grandfather Chen Xin's presence to act somewhat impudently toward Bibi Dong, she now understood after seeing Chen Xin not only fail to defend her but also reprimand her harshly instead.
The Pope of the Spirit Hall standing before her was far more formidable than she had imagined.
Thus, Ning Rongrong was genuinely frightened.
Her body trembled slightly, her eyes filled with fear, and her voice quivered. "W-what are you going to do to me?"
At this moment…
Dai Chengfeng, observing the coldness in Bibi Dong's eyes, slowly spoke up. "Teacher."
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