Chapter 2: Yu Xiaogang, a Beast in Human Guise
Not far behind Bibi Dong stood a young man who looked to be in his early twenties.
The young man had a buzz cut, with thick eyebrows and large eyes, his features plain. His posture was ramrod straight, yet a look of inferiority would occasionally flicker in his eyes.
Especially when Bibi Dong turned back to smile at him, the young man would always lower his head subconsciously.
He felt that he was too lowly, unworthy of the goddess-like Bibi Dong.
As Bibi Dong turned to smile at the youth, Aotian's gaze also fell upon him.
From Qian Xunji's memory, Aotian knew this young man was Yu Xiaogang, later known as Grandmaster!
When Bibi Dong looked at Yu Xiaogang, her lively eyes clearly held a trace of affection, which greatly displeased Aotian.
The Dragon Race was arrogant and domineering. Having been a dragon for over five hundred million years, this arrogance and dominance were etched into Aotian's very bones.
At this moment, he had already decided to rescue Bibi Dong. Aside from preventing her from being defiled by Qian Xunji, the problem of Yu Xiaogang also had to be solved.
From his perspective, Bibi Dong and Yu Xiaogang were a noble swan and a lowly toad. Yu Xiaogang was utterly unworthy of Bibi Dong.
Before long, Qian Xunji finished his indoctrination and returned to the Pope's Palace.
Bibi Dong, however, walked up to Yu Xiaogang and said joyfully, "Brother Xiaogang, I heard you recently developed a theory on the Ten Core Competencies of a Martial Soul. Can you tell me about it?"
Yu Xiaogang looked at the enchanting young woman before him, his eyes filled with deep adoration, and an even deeper sense of inferiority.
How could the brilliant Bibi Dong not see Yu Xiaogang's low self-esteem?
She broke into a radiant smile and said, "Let's go to your office. You can explain your theory to me in detail there."
Without waiting for Yu Xiaogang's reply, she was already walking toward his office with light, brisk steps.
Resigned, Yu Xiaogang could only follow.
From a corner, a figure emerged. It was Qian Xunji.
Watching Bibi Dong and Yu Xiaogang leave, Qian Xunji's expression turned grim, and he couldn't help but clench his fist tightly.
"Yu Xiaogang, you piece of trash, don't even think about touching Dong'er. She is mine! Her body, her heart, they should all belong to me!"
...
At this time, the street where Aotian stood was completely gridlocked.
The cause of the congestion was him, simply because he was far too handsome.
An appearance of absolute perfection, incomparably magnificent brocade robes, and an aura of lonely melancholy instantly captivated countless people.
It is human nature to love beauty. Even though this was just a young boy, his beauty was something these people could not resist. Men and women, young and old, all were utterly enthralled!
"Shallow humans." The corners of Aotian's mouth curled up slightly, causing countless pairs of eyes to light up.
Several girls and young women rolled their eyes back and fainted from excitement.
Aotian shook his head helplessly, his body dissolving into a wisp of green smoke and vanishing from the spot.
The crowd awoke as if from a dream, all of them bewildered, not understanding what had just happened or why they had all gathered together.
...
Aotian's figure appeared in Yu Xiaogang's research office.
Yu Xiaogang was excitedly explaining his research findings to Bibi Dong—his proud theory of the Ten Core Competencies of a Martial Soul.
Bibi Dong sat at the desk, resting her round chin on one hand, listening with rapt attention.
Aotian stood right beside the two of them, the space around him emitting a fluctuation that was imperceptible to Bibi Dong and Yu Xiaogang, concealing his body.
"Saintess, what do you think of my theory?" Yu Xiaogang looked at Bibi Dong expectantly.
When speaking of his theory, his sense of inferiority vanished completely, and his entire being radiated powerful self-confidence.
"Xiaogang, you are so talented," Bibi Dong said with a look of adoration, reaching out to take Yu Xiaogang's hand.
Yu Xiaogang flinched, jerking his hand back and jumping to his feet.
"Your Highness, the Saintess, you are pure and noble. I do not wish to dirty your hand."
Bibi Dong's voice was tinged with sorrow. "Xiaogang, we both know how we feel about each other. I admire your talent. Even though your cultivation talent is low, in my eyes, you are the most outstanding man there is."
Yu Xiaogang lowered his head, not speaking.
In his heart, Bibi Dong was like a pure and untainted snow lotus. He simply lacked the courage to touch it, to pick it, because his low self-esteem made it impossible to convince himself he was worthy.
Aotian, watching from the side, grew annoyed. To think that Bibi Dong would fall for such a piece of trash, and would even shed tears of grief for such a person in the future. It truly wasn't worth it!
He thought for a moment. To make Bibi Dong give up on Yu Xiaogang for good, he had to start with Yu Xiaogang himself.
In any case, even if he didn't intervene, Yu Xiaogang would be driven out of Spirit Hall. He might as well be the one to push things along.
He blew a gentle breath at Yu Xiaogang. Yu Xiaogang's body trembled, and his bowed head snapped up. He sneered, "Bibi Dong, did you really think I like you? You're too naive! I only got close to you to capture your heart so I could get access to Spirit Hall's precious archives.
"Now, my theory of the Ten Core Competencies of a Martial Soul has been born, and it will bring about a cataclysmic change in the Spirit Master World. I am no longer a piece of trash. I will become the greatest mentor in human history!"
Yu Xiaogang spoke with impassioned fervor, his expression fanatical. After finishing, he looked at Bibi Dong and gave a disdainful smile. "As of now, you no longer have any value for me to exploit."
A clap of thunder roared in Bibi Dong's mind. She couldn't accept this reality. She rushed to grab Yu Xiaogang, pleading anxiously, "Xiaogang, what are you saying? You were just tricking me, right?"
"Tricking you? Bibi Dong, you really are a fool. Your body isn't bad, though. Since you like me so much, you might as well just submit to me."
Yu Xiaogang's eyes gradually became bloodshot, his face flushed, and his breathing grew ragged. His eyes, filled with aggression, greedily scanned Bibi Dong.
"Xiaogang, don't scare me." Bibi Dong was on the verge of collapse.
Yu Xiaogang stood tall and straight. His Soul Power surged as he violently tore his shirt off, baring his chest. He laughed maniacally and pounced toward Bibi Dong.
"Bibi Dong, I'm about to become the greatest Soul Master mentor. You won't lose out by becoming my woman."
Bibi Dong was stunned. Looking at the frenzied Yu Xiaogang, she let out a scream and swung her slender, jade-like hand forward.
At this time, Bibi Dong was already at the Soul Emperor realm, far stronger than Yu Xiaogang.
Surging Soul Power burst from her body and struck Yu Xiaogang in the chest.
*Pfft—*
Yu Xiaogang spat out a large mouthful of blood and was sent flying backward, crashing into a bookshelf.
"I want you, I must have you." Yu Xiaogang struggled to his feet and lunged at Bibi Dong again.
The disbelief on Bibi Dong's pretty face had turned to sorrow. After knocking Yu Xiaogang away again, she wiped away her tears and ran out.
Yu Xiaogang had taken two attacks from Bibi Dong. Although she had not intended to kill him, it was more than someone like him, who had not even reached the rank of Great Soul Master, could withstand.
After the second blow, he fainted on the spot.
Aotian nodded in satisfaction. This way, Bibi Dong wouldn't grieve over Yu Xiaogang for the rest of her life like she did in the original novel.
As for Yu Xiaogang, compared to the original plot, he had only lost Bibi Dong's heart.
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In Bibi Dong's boudoir, Aotian's figure materialized.
The room, decorated in pink, was filled with a young woman's delicate fragrance. Aotian took a deep breath and felt a stir of restlessness within him.
He looked down at his own body with a sense of resignation.
The Nine Revolutions Heavenly Dragon Art he cultivated caused his body to revert to a juvenile state with every breakthrough.
He had just broken through to the Ninth Revolution, so his humanoid transformation was only that of a child.
Just as he was pondering how he should help Bibi Dong, the door was thrown open. Bibi Dong rushed in, threw herself onto the bed, and began to sob sorrowfully.
She had always thought Yu Xiaogang was different from other men, but she never expected him to be a beast in human guise. He had only gotten close to her to use her, and had even tried to take her body, no different from those other disgusting men.
Heartbroken, Bibi Dong lay on the bed, her body wracked with sobs.
Aotian thought for a moment, then decided to reveal himself.
He spun around, his body transforming into its adult form. This was his appearance as an adult, just as flawlessly perfect.
Walking softly to the bedside, he raised his hand and gently patted Bibi Dong's shoulder twice.
Bibi Dong trembled like a frightened rabbit and turned around.
"Who are you?" Her eyes widened. When she saw Aotian's appearance, the trace of vigilance that had just appeared on her face immediately vanished, replaced by shock as she stared at the impossibly handsome man before her.
Aotian's smile was as gentle as jade. "Don't be afraid," he said. "I mean you no harm."
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