After pondering deeply, Liu Erlong felt certain. A peerless boy like Subei could never have a simple life; he must belong to a strong and valuable family!
Xiao Wu shook her head fiercely. "I don't know anything, I only know Brother. I only listen to Brother!"
On the broad road, Soul Palace silver-armored knights stood in neat rows, beard-streaked, holding halberds as they blocked the way.
A luxurious, noble carriage rolled silently forward.
At the Thunder Academy gate, Fengshen Chuoyue—the female emperor—held a peerless young man, with an ordinary-looking boy following respectfully behind.
They were Bibi Dong, Subei, and Tang San leaving the Blue Lightning Overlord Longzong Hall.
The crowd grew restless, civilians shouting and watching in excitement.
The Spirit Hall's Pope personally appearing caused a huge stir outside Thunder Academy, attracting many spirit masters who came to watch.
Perhaps this scene would be recorded in history years later as:
"A generation's Wuhun Temple Pope personally welcomed the unborn boy…"
Bibi Dong held Subei's hand differently than Liu Erlong and Xiao Wu did.
Liu Erlong was kind but strong, emotions easily stirred, sometimes losing control. Her big hands sometimes caused Subei pain, but he didn't resist her power.
Xiao Wu was possessive like Liu Erlong but gentler. Her small, soft hands could be easily overpowered by Subei's strength, leaving her vulnerable.
Bibi Dong was entirely different. Her slender fingers wrapped Subei's small hands warmly, gently, exerting just enough strength to hold them, making him unwilling to pull away.
Perhaps this was the charm of the Pope's personality.
Meanwhile, the male system began distributing its early strategy tasks:
[Little Aibao, congratulations to the host, Bibi Dong, the goddess of Douluo!]
[Initial strategy value: 20]
[The host may choose one of the following rewards:]
[1: Obtain emperor's temperament—noble, awe-inspiring to officials and admired by all (like a commanding presence, selectively activated)]
[2: Obtain three thousand dead men (Great Soul Master realm, death means nothing)]
[3: Increase spirit power by five levels (the host already has a reserved second soul ability and can be promoted directly to a level 20 Great Soul Master)]
The three options appeared before Northern Jiangsu, leaving him embarrassed.
"These options are amazing. Honestly, I want all of them."
"Little Ai, can't I pick all? Every time I'm offered three choices, I get anxious."
Northern Jiangsu complained.
The system was great but troublesome for those with choice difficulties.
Possibly, players spent long times deciding on card rewards.
Xiao Ai's gentle, sweet voice replied: "Dear host, you can't be greedy~"
"Children choose—they want it all!"
Subei wiped his nose. "I want to use system privileges—give me all three rewards!"
[Biubiu~ Privilege used successfully. Congratulations to the host for obtaining emperor's temperament, three thousand dead men, and fifth-level spirit power.]
[Temperament conferred successfully; host may summon it at will.]
[Soul power instilled; second soul ring acquired: Dragon Turtle spirit ring aged two thousand years, purple color.]
The dragon turtle spirit beast was the oldest among dragons—dragon's head fused with turtle's body, thick and ancient with dragon blood.
Born with an indecent nature, even the turtle was sinful, hence a 'negative cock' (a bad omen or strange spirit).
[The host must choose the gender ratio of the three thousand dead men: 100% male and 100% female.]
With the reward choices decentralized...
Subei took a breath.
"Wow, I'm excited."
"Can you choose gender?"
[Xiao Ai: Dear host, we specialize in system flexibility.]
"Don't worry."
"Women 100%, diverse styles. Whether you want lolis, sisters, or older sisters—not boring men. If you don't like them, they return as products."
Subei instantly made his mental decision with relief—no choice difficulties here.
As Bibi Dong's catkin-like fingers touched Subei's hand, the system delivered its second reward:
[Host escorted to the Hall of Souls by the Pope herself, physical contact successful, holding hands; the following rewards automatically obtained:]
[1: Bibi Dong's emotions turn positive; Yu Xiaogang's residual feelings gradually clear, restoring her to emotional stability. Recommended to use host's charm to expedite the effect.]
[2: Wuxue Feilong Cloud Exploring Hand (top-grade, secretly adjustable 'salty pig hand' ability)]
[3: Kidney function enhanced; accelerates external organ growth to avoid future deficiency.]
Indeed, Bibi Dong, as Douluo's top high-society lady, obtained many rewards within ten minutes of meeting.
Subei loved this.
[Summary]