Although the journey was long, the horses pulling the carriage weren't ordinary horses. In this continent of Douluo, due to the presence of spiritual power, even the simplest animals possess superior strength compared to the normal world. There are especially wild beasts, far stronger than normal due to certain bloodlines, like the two 'horses' currently pulling the carriage. Don't let the word 'horse' fool you; they actually have scales growing on certain parts of their bodies, and their feet resemble claws more than hooves. They are likely wild beasts that have mutated due to a part of the legendary Qilin lineage found in their bodies.
Wild beasts are those that are 0-100 years old and lack consciousness. Those over 100 are called spirit beasts because they give birth to a slight wisdom and, as they age, reach the same or even superior level of consciousness as humans.
(YN: I just made this up, by the way.) I don't know much about the main series. Although I've read fanfics, they mostly describe Tang-san messing around and having sex with women; it doesn't really depict the world. I'm too lazy to reread it, I don't have that much time. Anyway, I'll add my own commentary on some points.
These are some of the things Shadow Douon told us while we were driving in the car. Because the journey was long, Shadow didn't hesitate to enlighten the children in front of him on some matters. After all, due to their innate spiritual powers, it's certain that if they don't die in the future, they will attain a power equal to or superior to theirs.
He talked about many things: the state of the Spirit Hall, the state of the countries and sects, the hunting forest, the star dou forest, etc. Of course, he couldn't stop praising the Spirit Hall. The Spirit Hall is the most powerful, His Holiness the Pope is the noblest and wisest being in the whole world, etc.
He explained what they should do when appearing before the Pope, etc. After all, no matter how brilliant they are, disrespect in front of the Pope is unacceptable.
While the two girls listened carefully, Shun continued to watch the scenery outside the window. To be honest, he found some things quite boring because of his own power. Although he didn't like weak characters when reading novels, the journey of the main character, who rises from weakness to strength and ultimately achieves overwhelming superiority and stands at the pinnacle of existence, is enjoyable. He had certainly read books where the main character started right at the top; those were enjoyable too. After all, you can do whatever you want with the power you have, how could it not be fun?
But when he experienced this situation himself, he realized it wasn't as fun as the books described. To be frank, he lacked strong motivation. Now, the thought that he could have anything he wanted, or destroy anything he wanted, filled his mind and heart, making him inevitably think about how boring and monotonous his life was.
Even though his mind and soul are involuntarily sealed, he is still affected by the memories of those three beings. Sometimes he is extremely indifferent, sometimes he is in a state of Shun. He doesn't know what to do about it, maybe he can overcome this situation in the future, maybe he will always remain alone until he too becomes indifferent to everything... As
Shun looked at the trees and greenery outside, passing by, his eyes had fallen into a state of indifference. Shadow noticed this, after all, his eyes usually rested on this child, the most special among them.
'What kind of eyes are these? Indifferent to the world, indifferent to existence, as if he wouldn't care if the world disappeared in front of him...'
Shadow began to think. He thought it was a hallucination, but seeing the still indifferent eyes, these thoughts inevitably flooded his mind. He shook his head, 'No, whatever this child has experienced, he shouldn't be so indifferent to life. Moreover, the feeling of crisis he gave me when I first saw him was probably not wrong! Who is this guy?!'
I must say that those who can be titled douluo are not fools. Most of them are at least over 50 years old. After all, becoming a titled douluo requires talent, luck, and a long period of hard work. Even Tang Hao, who is considered the youngest douluo in history, was probably over 30. Of course, it's impossible for them to be as clueless as the ones in the fanfics I've read.
After a while, Shun recovered from this extremely uncomfortable mood. He clearly didn't like this state of mind; the feeling that nothing in life made sense was so strong it was torturing his soul, he wanted to kill himself but couldn't!
After taking a deep breath and calming himself, he turned his eyes to the shadow. Noticing that he was looking at him seriously, he smiled, "What's wrong, Uncle Shadow?"
The shadow looked at Shun with a serious expression and asked, "Who are you? What do you want to do!?" Then he unleashed a powerful spirit force!
The two girls didn't understand what was happening and suddenly felt the immense power gushing from the shadow. Before they could react, Shun waved his hand, and the violent spirit force dispersed into the air as if it had never existed...
Seeing this, the shadow couldn't help but be horrified and quickly got out of the car, putting distance between himself and Shun.
Shun couldn't help but sigh helplessly. He was just looking for a little fun, was it really necessary to make things this difficult?
Sily and Shion were completely confused. What happened? Just moments ago, the shadow was explaining things about the state of the spirit continent to them, but after a brief silence, it suddenly exploded with powerful spirit power! Before they could react, the spirit power vanished, it immediately disappeared from the car, and stood outside, cautiously watching Shun.
Shun said, "Shadow, I just want to have some fun. Please, let's continue where we left off without dragging things out too much." He spoke, though he didn't have much hope.
Of course, as he expected, the shadow spoke harshly, "Who are you! I don't know what you want to do by joining our spirit hall, but you can't achieve your desires with me!"
But before he could react, he felt his vision blur, and then something hard squeeze his throat. Suddenly, Shun's small but incredibly handsome face appeared before his eyes; he didn't know when it had appeared, grabbed his throat, and pulled him closer!
In terror, he spoke, "Don't bother me, I just want to have fun training little girls. Don't make my job too difficult." Or else…''
''You'll see that in your dreams!'' Although Shadow was terrified of Shun's speed and strength, he wouldn't sell the spirit hall. Even though there wasn't much difference between taking this demon to the spirit hall or not, he could reach it quickly…
Thinking this, he slightly regained his composure. He had reacted excessively violently just now! Why did that happen? Had he also fallen victim to the wrath of fanfiction and his IQ dropped to 0???
"Why do you want to go to the spirit hall?" He spoke after regaining some composure. Although he was squeezing his throat, he couldn't escape, but he had some space to speak.
Shun was somewhat surprised by the sudden change.But he didn't think, "Just fun. Educating girls and having fun."
Entertainment? Though, from what he could see, his power might truly be unrivaled in the world. He hadn't felt this kind of pressure even in front of the great elder, so the helplessness he felt in front of this child was on another level. Perhaps he's a legendary god? That could explain everything. And the two children behind him could be his students or heirs? Yes, yes, that makes sense. Although he didn't understand why he hadn't trained them himself but wanted to take them to the spirit hall, he didn't think such powerful beings would want anything in the spirit hall. Of course, the spirit hall was the greatest power in the world and contained immense riches, but these were only for those with titles like Douluo and below.
Thinking this, a barely forced smile appeared on his face, and he spoke with slight difficulty, "Then, Your Excellency, please forgive my harsh reaction just now. It is an honor for me to guide you to the spirit hall."
Shun was slightly surprised by the sudden change, but didn't care and released his hand, "Okay, then let's continue." Then he turned around and sat down, making sure the two girls were comfortable.
When Shadow regained consciousness, he got up and told the driver of the horse-drawn carriage that everything was alright and that they should continue on their way, then entered the cabin.
They had barely spoken during the approximately five-hour journey. Although the atmosphere was somewhat stifling and oppressive, only Shadow and the two girls were affected by it; Shun didn't care at all.
Finally, the powerful and prosperous city walls and structures within them came into view in the distance. Seeing this, the two girls, like curious children, leaned out of the door and began to look at the distant city. A slight smile formed on Shun's face as he saw the two girls enjoying themselves. Shadow felt inwardly happy, because after being in the same place with this mysterious and excessively powerful man for so long under the suffocating pressure, he had even wished to die for a moment. Now all he wanted was to find his beloved brother Yue Guan and Papa, and quickly explain the situation to them. Obviously, he needed to inform them of this great boss's situation.
They quickly reached the walls and passed through. Seeing the guards immediately clearing the way for Shadow, it was clear how high his prestige was. Passing through the city walls, rows of houses and the sounds of lively people strolling through the city flooded the ears.
There's a saying, the happier the people of a city, the better the people in power. And this city was just like that. Surely dark events were unfolding beneath the surface, but the fact that ordinary people showed such happy faces and lived their lives comfortably on the surface was proof that the Pope and the House of Spirits were doing a good job.
Obviously, no one knew that Shadow Douluo was in the car, and so we drove to the Pope's palace in an ordinary manner. As you approach the Pope's palace, you see how magnificent it is. In fact, as soon as you enter the city, you can see the tall, magnificent golden structure in the very center, but as you get closer, you understand what true magnificence is!
Shadow felt proud when he saw the admiring glances of the two girls. They got out of the car and walked towards the palace. When the two guards standing at the gate saw Shadow Douluo, they saluted respectfully and allowed the four of them to pass. If it had been another Douluo, they would still have been respectful, but they would still have gone in to inform the Pope, but for Gui Mei, this was unnecessary, since he was the Pope's personal bodyguard, there was no need for this.
They walked inside, and the two girls watched them in amazement as they saw the angel statues and paintings scattered around. Soon they came to a wide, gold-leafed wooden door.
"Your Excellency, I must keep you waiting for a moment; I will inform His Holiness the Pope of your arrival." Shadow looked at Shun, and when he nodded in acknowledgment, Shun breathed a sigh of relief and immediately entered. Although
Shun didn't particularly enjoy such formalities, he still tried to show basic respect for most things. Otherwise, he felt he would quickly get lost in his own madness.
While Shun and the two girls waited at the door, Gui Mei had already entered and knelt before the throne, "Your Holiness, Gui Mei has returned."
A mature beauty sat on the throne. She wore a golden crown with purple gems on her head, and a magnificent papal robe embroidered in gold and pink-purple. She had light pink hair. With one hand resting on her chin, she drank a special beverage from a cup with the other.
When she told him about Gui Mei's arrival and what she had experienced, he couldn't help but be surprised and immediately sat up straight and asked seriously, "Are you sure? She's so powerful, stronger than me and even that old man?" He looked at Gui Mei seriously.
"Yes, Your Excellency, I had no chance against that person. I didn't even realize when he grabbed my throat, and even if I used all my strength, it had no effect whatsoever. Of course, I'm powerless before Your Highness as well, but the feeling he gives me is deeper than yours, sir," Gui Mei explained. While she felt Shun was significantly stronger, she wasn't 100% sure; after all, the gap between levels after a titled douluo was like an insurmountable chasm. The gap between level 91 and level 95 wasn't insurmountable, but between levels 95 and 98, there was an unbridgeable gap, especially between levels 98 and 99. A level 99 titled douluo is known as a demigod on Earth, and there are only a handful of them across the entire continent.
Bibi dong listened to Gui Mei and, after a brief thought, nodded in agreement. Although it was hard to believe he could be more powerful than that old man, she knew there were gods. If he was one of them, it could make sense.
"Then we shouldn't be rude; invite them all in."
Gui Mei nodded and then disappeared, reappearing before Shun and the others.
"His Highness the Pope is waiting for you inside, please come in." With that, she advanced and pushed open the wide wooden door...