Silence, absolute silence.
Inside the Pope's Hall, only the faint sounds of Dai Chengfeng and Bibi Dong's breathing could be heard.
This environment, this atmosphere, this oppressive tension made Dai Chengfeng feel as though his heartbeat was amplified countless times in the silent hall.
Finally, he swallowed hard, trying to break the suffocating silence. His voice carried a dryness and guilt that even he himself noticed:
"Teacher… what are you planning to do?"
Bibi Dong finally turned around slowly.
Her beautiful purple eyes locked firmly onto Dai Chengfeng's face. Her lips curved into a slight smile—but it was far from warm.
"I don't eat people. Why do I get the feeling… you're afraid of me?"
Bibi Dong's voice was soft, but Dai Chengfeng couldn't detect any enjoyment in it. Instead, his hairs stood on end, and his body tensed involuntarily.
You don't eat people? The way you look now is scarier than if you did!
He thought to himself, but outwardly, Dai Chengfeng forced a smile. "That's nonsense! Teacher, you're joking."
"Being alone in a room with a supreme beauty like you, I should be thrilled, not afraid!"
"Oh?"
Bibi Dong's eyebrows rose slightly, her cold smirk deepening. "Are you happier being with Liu Erlong?"
"Uh…"
These words struck like lightning, hitting Dai Chengfeng squarely on the forehead.
Instantly, he felt a chill rush from the soles of his feet to the top of his head, and a fine layer of cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
She knows!
She really knows! She knows I was with Liu Erlong last night!
Dai Chengfeng's heart immediately rang alarm bells. A sense of guilt akin to being caught cheating by his wife swept over him.
Although strictly speaking, Bibi Dong wasn't his wife, among all the women Dai Chengfeng had intimate contact with, his relationship with Bibi Dong was undoubtedly the most special and profound.
Qian Renxue, Zhu Zhuqing, Ye Lingling, Dugu Yan…
The furthest Dai Chengfeng had gone with them was mostly kissing.
But with Bibi Dong, during those secret nights and mornings known only to the two of them, Dai Chengfeng had already used his hands and lips to explore every inch of her skin.
Dai Chengfeng even felt that he might understand her sensitive spots better than she did herself.
Because of this,
When facing Bibi Dong's questioning, Dai Chengfeng felt an indescribable tension.
"T-teacher, please listen to my explanation,"
Dai Chengfeng quickly spoke up. "I… with Liu Erlong… there's really nothing between us! Truly!"
"Nothing?"
Bibi Dong narrowed her eyes, a dangerous glint flashing through them.
She didn't make any grand gestures, but merely let her soul power fluctuate slightly. An invisible yet immensely powerful pressure instantly descended, pinning Dai Chengfeng in place, unable to move.
This level of control over soul power belonged to a Title Douluo—far beyond what Dai Chengfeng could currently resist.
Then, Bibi Dong took elegant yet menacing steps, closing in step by step.
She extended her hand, her slender white fingers tipped with purple nail polish lightly lifting Dai Chengfeng's chin, forcing him to meet her gaze.
Her fingertips were cool, smooth to the touch, yet Dai Chengfeng couldn't escape.
"Dai Chengfeng," Bibi Dong's red lips parted slightly, her breath brushing against his face, carrying a faint cold fragrance. "This is Spirit City!"
"Do you think the intelligence network I've built up over the years while leading the Spirit Hall is just for show?"
"Last night, you didn't leave her courtyard."
As she spoke, she released Dai Chengfeng's chin and crossed her arms, leisurely watching him trapped in place, waiting for his response.
Upon hearing this, Dai Chengfeng's heart inexplicably felt a strange sense of relief: "Is this jealousy?"
"It seems I'm becoming increasingly important to Bibi Dong without realizing it!"
However, he soon couldn't help but bitterly smile: "It seems Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong are indeed being monitored by Bibi Dong's men… I ended up getting dragged into this mess!"
Dai Chengfeng was confident that Bibi Dong wouldn't have someone monitor him.
Moreover, Dai Chengfeng could sense that he definitely wasn't being watched.
After all, his current spiritual power strength was comparable to that of a peak-level Soul Douluo, combined with the extreme insight brought by his innate abilities...
Unless it was someone like Bibi Dong or Thousand Dao Flow, the top existences in the Douluo Continent,
Otherwise, ordinary Title Douluos couldn't possibly monitor him.
Would Thousand Dao Flow and Bibi Dong have nothing better to do than monitor him 24/7? Impossible.
After all, how could Thousand Dao Flow and Bibi Dong be so bored as to do nothing all day but focus solely on him?
Realizing this, Dai Chengfeng breathed a sigh of relief internally.
Since he wasn't directly monitored, those observing Liu Erlong were likely only stationed at a distance, unable to infiltrate her courtyard or even approach the windows to spy on their interactions.
In other words, the intimate and ambiguous actions between him and Liu Erlong were likely unknown to Bibi Dong in detail.
What she knew was probably just the fact that he entered Liu Erlong's residence and didn't leave all night.
The reason for her anger was more likely due to him fraternizing closely with Liu Erlong, who had complicated grievances with her, and staying out all night.
Not because she had any substantial… evidence.
With his thoughts gradually clearing, Dai Chengfeng steadied himself.
A trace of helplessness quickly appeared on his face as he explained: "Teacher, you've misunderstood."
"I met with Liu Erlong to seek advice on some knowledge and experience regarding Spirit Fusion Techniques. You know, she's very knowledgeable in that area."
"Hence, we gradually became somewhat familiar."
After saying this, Dai Chengfeng paused, observing Bibi Dong's expression.
Seeing her still emotionless, he cautiously continued: "As for last night… my overnight stay… it was because Liu Erlong… she was heartbroken and extremely down."
"I happened to be there seeking advice. Seeing her like that, I couldn't bear to leave, so I stayed to comfort her."
"We really didn't do anything. We just talked and consoled her."
"After seeing her stabilize emotionally, it was too late, so I rested in the guest room."
After saying this, Dai Chengfeng sincerely "prayed" to Yu Xiaogang for the first time in his heart: "Master, oh Master, this time I really need you to draw the fire!"
"I hope this can successfully divert the teacher's attention!"
"Heartbreak?"
When Bibi Dong heard these two words, a faint ripple appeared on her icy face, and a complex, indiscernible emotion flashed in her purple eyes.
She knew that after breaking up with her, Yu Xiaogong had developed feelings for Liu Erlong, and the two almost walked down the aisle. It was only due to that sudden tragedy…
Even so, after parting ways, they hadn't completely severed their ties, still maintaining a lingering connection.
In other words, Liu Erlong's ex-boyfriend was Yu Xiaogang?
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