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Spirit City, Papal Palace.
Within a magnificent side hall, beside a large, soft bed shrouded by snow-white gauze curtains, lay a duvet of golden velvet, exuding an air of understated luxury.
Qian Xunji stood before a mirror, gazing at the reflection within. He saw a tall, slender figure with shoulder-length golden hair, sword-like eyebrows, and eyes as bright as stars—an incredibly handsome face. Yet, his mind was still in a daze.
In truth, anyone who suddenly found themselves in his current situation would find it impossible to immediately accept the circumstances and remain composed. After all, just a few minutes ago, he had been in another world, casually surfing the internet at home. Then, in an unexpected turn of fortune, he had merely blinked, closing and opening his eyes, and found himself here.
He distinctly remembered, however, that his apartment wasn't on the ground floor! But since he was already here, he had to accept it.
After absorbing the memories of the body's original owner, he discovered that this was the Douluo Continent, a world he recognized from a novel and anime he had followed.
As a youth from the modern era, Qian Xunji had, of course, read such novels. He was familiar with the concept of transmigration and had even fantasized, yearning for the day he might cross over himself. He dreamed of living an exciting life in a different world, escaping his mundane, workhorse existence.
However, what Qian Xunji had never imagined was that he would actually transmigrate into the Douluo Continent. Furthermore, he had become the infamous "Secret Chamber Douluo"—Qian Xunji himself!
Damn it! Qian Xunji felt a dull ache of frustration.
But then, a second thought occurred to him. Although the character of Qian Xunji was notorious online in his previous life, the point in time at which he had arrived seemed to be before the infamous "Secret Chamber Incident" took place.
"As long as I don't act like the original owner did," he thought, "and avoid causing all those future troubles, everything should be fine!"
And when he thought about it carefully, his current identity was extraordinary. He was born into the most powerful and noble family, Spirit Hall, which was as wealthy as an entire nation! He also possessed a top-tier spirit, incredible strength as a Titled Douluo, and on top of all that, he was exceptionally handsome! Aside from perhaps being a little older than he'd like, he was practically flawless.
This identity was beyond "tall, rich, and handsome"; it was a level above even the wealthiest heirs. This was precisely the kind of status he had dreamed of in his past life! And now, through transmigration, he had obtained it. It was as if the ancestral graves of his past life were smoldering with auspicious green smoke! As long as he wasn't as brain-dead as the original owner and didn't complicate things unnecessarily, he could succeed. Combining his perspective as a transmigrator with his knowledge of the Douluo Continent, he could manage Spirit Hall to perfection. The future was truly limitless, a path of pure, brilliant light!
Thinking of this, Qian Xunji's heart swelled with confidence. However, the first matter he needed to address was his ungrateful disciple, Bibi Dong.
The thought of Bibi Dong, however, made Qian Xunji frown. According to the original owner's memories, Bibi Dong had already met Yu Xiaogang. She had even used her status as the Holy Maiden of Spirit Hall to mobilize its power. Leveraging the reputation and prestige of Spirit Hall, she had endorsed Yu Xiaogang's nonsensical "Ten Core Competencies of Spirits" and his theory on the absorption limits of spirit rings. Through her efforts, Yu Xiaogang was being lauded as a grandmaster of spirit theory.
After learning this news, the original owner had become absolutely furious and had a massive argument with Bibi Dong. Afterward, feeling utterly stifled and resentful, he drank alone until he was completely intoxicated, eventually passing out drunk on his bed. He never expected that when the body awoke again, it would be inhabited by the soul of another.
"This timing is still a bit too late!" Qian Xunji couldn't help but rub the space between his eyebrows, feeling a headache coming on.
If he had transmigrated to a time before Bibi Dong had joined Spirit Hall, before she had become his disciple, he certainly would have chosen to send her away immediately.
There was no other choice! He felt that Bibi Dong's way of thinking was simply too warped. As the Holy Maiden of Spirit Hall, what kind of young talent had she not encountered?
Yet, she had become completely infatuated with a waste like Yu Xiaogang, who possessed no strength, no good looks, and no discernible talent. In the end, she was even willing to abandon her status as the Holy Maiden, betraying Spirit Hall, all for the sake of eloping with him. It was simply outrageous!
Although Bibi Dong possessed twin spirits and was born with innate full spirit power, from Qian Xunji's perspective, it didn't matter. Even without Bibi Dong—even if he were to give her away to another power, like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School—he was confident. With his foreknowledge, his modern perspective, and his deep understanding of the Douluo Continent, he could still lead Spirit Hall to its apex! He could even achieve the dream that Spirit Hall never realized in the original story: to unify the continent and usher in a brand new era!
Conversely, if he kept her in Spirit Hall purely for the sake of her talent, he had no confidence that he could manage her properly. What if he was just planting a ticking time bomb? That would be a disastrously foolish mistake!
Had he transmigrated to a time before Bibi Dong met Yu Xiaogang, Qian Xunji might have reluctantly made an attempt to guide her. He would have tried his best to train her properly, and it wouldn't have even mattered if she turned into a rebellious disciple with improper feelings for her master. But unfortunately, that was not the case. At the current point in time, Bibi Dong had already joined Spirit Hall and accepted him as her teacher. She had also already met Yu Xiaogang and had even used Spirit Hall's influence to build him up as a grandmaster of spirit theory. He estimated that the events of the Secret Chamber were fast approaching. He feared everything was already too late!
"Reporting to Your Holiness the Supreme Pontiff, Her Highness the Holy Maiden requests an audience!"
Just then, the voice of a guard suddenly rang out from outside the hall.
Bibi Dong wants to see me? Qian Xunji couldn't help but frown. What could she possibly want to see me for? Could it be that because she angered me yesterday, she has come to offer an apology today?
"I understand. Have her come to the main Papal Hall to see me."
After speaking, and once the Spirit Saint guard who delivered the message had departed, Qian Xunji left his private quarters and proceeded toward the main hall of the Papal Palace. This was the grand chamber where the Supreme Pontiff received his subordinates and visiting Spirit Masters.
Upon arriving in the main hall of the Papal Palace, Qian Xunji seated himself upon the pontifical throne at its head, waiting in quiet contemplation.
Soon, Bibi Dong arrived.
"Bibi Dong pays her respects to her teacher!"
The young woman who appeared before him looked to be only seventeen or eighteen years old. She wore a light, lavender-pink long dress that accentuated her slender, tall figure. She had long, orange-blonde hair and a pair of striking amber eyes. Her delicate, oval face featured fair skin, a fine, straight nose, and moist, pink cherry-like lips. She looked exquisitely beautiful, her entire demeanor radiating a youthful and vibrant energy. It could be said that this version of her was a completely different person from the Bibi Dong of the future.
"Dong'er, what is it? Is something the matter?" Gazing at the young woman before him, Qian Xunji remained seated on his throne, his tone deliberately detached.
Bibi Dong noticed that her teacher's attitude was somewhat cold. However, she simply assumed it was because they had argued the day before and that he was still holding onto his anger. Therefore, she paid it no mind. Instead, she mustered up her courage and spoke.
"Teacher, I have come to you today about a specific matter, for which I hope to gain your approval."
"And what matter is that?" Qian Xunji continued to ask, his voice remaining level and distant.
"Teacher, I thought for a very long time last night, and I have realized that I still want to be with Xiaogang!" Bibi Dong took a deep breath, a look of absolute resolve hardening her delicate and beautiful features. She clenched her fair fists tightly and declared in a loud voice, "This time, I have truly made up my mind! If you do not agree to this, then I will elope with Xiaogang!"
Damn it all! Upon hearing Bibi Dong's words, Qian Xunji's expression instantly darkened, and he could not stop himself from cursing furiously in his mind.
(End of Chapter)