Chapter 256 Bibi Dong
Ning Rongrong immediately responded in the group chat.
[Little Witch]: Come find us quickly, I'll have my husband make you hot pot every day!
[The cutest bunny]: That's right, he's a great cook, and his barbecue is amazing.
[The cutest bunny]: Last time he grilled that special recipe pork belly, I ate a whole plate by myself!
Just then.
The core area of the Starry Sky Forest.
Deep at the bottom of the Lake of Life.
Gu Yuena, using the alias "Sleeping Silver Dragon," was idly browsing through the chat groups in her mind's eye.
She was sleeping and recovering from her injuries.
The notification sound in the group woke her up.
At first, she didn't care about the red envelope containing Xuanbing Marrow.
But when Lu Ming started describing hot pot and barbecue at length...
The powerful Silver Dragon King swallowed hard, much to his dismay.
She couldn't hold back any longer.
They started tapping directly on the light screen.
[The Sleeping Silver Dragon]: Hot pot? Is it as good as barbecue?
Lu Ming raised an eyebrow when he saw the nickname.
He naturally knew who this person was.
[Lu Tiandi]: Each has its own merits.
[Lu Tiandi]: Hot pot is about the lively atmosphere and the exhilarating feeling of ingredients tumbling in the red broth.
[Lu Tiandi]: The appeal of barbecue lies in the sizzling sound of the fat on the charcoal fire, and the crispy exterior and tender interior.
[Lu Tiandi]: Sprinkle with cumin and chili powder, and take a bite to fill your mouth with meaty flavor.
[Lu Tiandi]: A perfect match with chilled ale.
Gu Yuena, at the bottom of the Lake of Life, could no longer bear it.
She rolled over at the bottom of the lake, her enormous dragon tail churning the water and causing it to churn.
[The Sleeping Silver Dragon]: It makes me hungry just listening to this.
[The Sleeping Silver Dragon]: No, I can't stay here any longer.
[Sleeping Silver Dragon]: @Snow Emperor, where are you? Let's team up and go find him!
The Snow Emperor of the Far North replied instantly.
[Snow Emperor]: Good idea.
[Snow Emperor]: I'm in the core area of the far north ice plains. Are you coming to find me, or shall we meet up somewhere else?
[The Sleeping Silver Dragon]: I am in the Star Dou Great Forest.
[Sleeping Silver Dragon]: Why don't you just wait for me in Heaven Dou City, and we'll go there together and eat him out of house and home!
The two actually started discussing their travel route in the group chat, seemingly oblivious to everyone else around them.
The atmosphere in the group was lively and enthusiastic.
Everyone is discussing all sorts of delicious food.
Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu kept posting the names of dishes in the group chat, showing off the various delicacies Lu Ming usually made for them.
Even Zhu Zhuqing, who doesn't usually chat much in the group, shared several recipes for steamed fish that she likes to eat.
The chat group was filled with a cheerful atmosphere.
However.
Not everyone feels happy.
Wuhun City, Papal Palace.
The magnificent and towering hall was completely empty.
The gemstones embedded in the dome emitted a cool, serene light.
Bibi Dong, dressed in a magnificent papal robe, sat alone on the highest papal throne.
Her stunningly beautiful face remained expressionless.
But the hands gripping the armrests of the throne unconsciously tightened their grip.
She stared coldly at the chat group screen in her mind.
The messages on the screen kept scrolling upwards.
The discussions were all about hot pot, barbecue, and tripe.
Some people are even debating whether or not to add more minced garlic.
Bibi Dong's brows furrowed more and more tightly.
She was the Pope of the Spirit Hall, the most powerful woman on the entire continent.
They usually live high and mighty, enjoying everyone's worship and awe.
Every day, she thinks about the overall situation on the continent, the development of the Spirit Hall, and how to unify the entire continent.
I never paid any attention to hot pot or barbecue.
Now, watching these people chatting enthusiastically in the group, she can't get a word in edgewise.
Lu Ming chatted and laughed in the group.
Not only did she completely charm that person named Xue Di, but she also had him completely under her thumb.
Even that guy called Sleeping Silver Dragon is forming a group to go find him.
Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu called each other "husband" affectionately.
Everyone was chatting and laughing, joking with each other.
Bibi Dong, however, was left out like an outsider.
This feeling of being isolated and ostracized made Bibi Dong extremely uncomfortable.
She tried to force her way into the conversation.
She typed text on the light screen.
[Your Holiness]: The finals of the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament are about to begin.
[Your Holiness]: You still have the mind to discuss food here?
[Your Holiness]: If you don't focus your energy on cultivation, you'll only waste your time on trivial pursuits.
The message has been sent.
The text scrolling rapidly in the group chat suddenly stopped for two seconds.
then.
[Little Witch]: What's wrong with the finals? Are you going to ruin our hot pot meal?
[The cutest bunny]: Exactly! We can have a celebratory meal after the competition, since the championship is definitely ours anyway.
[Lu Tiandi]: If the Pope wants to eat, he can come and freeload a meal. I won't charge you.
[The Sleeping Silver Dragon]: What is the Pope? Can you eat him?
[Xuedi]: I don't know, it sounds like it doesn't taste good.
Looking at these consecutive replies.
Bibi Dong's chest heaved violently with anger.
His face was ashen.
That guy named Lu Ming actually invited her, the Pope, to "mooch a meal"!
What did they take her for? A beggar on the street?
And those two women who appeared out of nowhere actually asked the Pope if he could eat it!
This is utterly absurd.
They didn't take her seriously at all.
Bibi Dong clenched her fist tightly.
She felt that Lu Ming did it on purpose.
This bastard, relying on his strength and being an active member of the group, deliberately led everyone to isolate her.
The entire group was targeting her.
Anger burned within Bibi Dong's chest.
She suddenly raised her hand and slammed it hard on the armrest of the throne.
"Bang!"
A muffled thud.
The solid gold armrest, engraved with exquisite patterns, was deformed by her slap.
A clear handprint was deeply imprinted on it.
Since I can't win an argument with you guys in the group chat.
Since I'm being ostracized in the group.
Let's see who's the best in real life.
Bibi Dong turned off the chat group's light screen.
Blue Tyrant Academy has swept all the way to the finals.
Lu Ming's displayed strength was indeed astonishing.
Six spirit rings, including a black spirit ring of ten thousand years level.
This completely defies the norms of the Soul Master world.
If he is allowed to continue acting so arrogantly, the prestige of the Spirit Hall will be completely destroyed.
Bibi Dong stood up.
The long, magnificent papal gown trailed on the floor tiles, making a soft rustling sound.
She paced back and forth in the empty hall.
The sound of high heels clicking on the floor echoed throughout the hall.
When Hu Liena ran back, her blood was churning and she could barely speak.
He was clearly severely provoked by Lu Ming.
Even his own direct disciple was bullied by him like this.
We absolutely cannot swallow this insult.
We must get our revenge.
Before the finals, we have to teach Lu Ming a lesson.
Let him know clearly that the Pope's authority is inviolable.
The authority of the Spirit Hall is inviolable.
Thinking of this, a sharp killing intent flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes.
She stopped in her tracks.
He shouted coldly towards the outside of the main hall.
"Someone come here."
The sound wasn't loud, but it carried clearly outside the hall.
Two afterimages flashed in an instant at the entrance of the main hall.
Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo Gui Mei quickly walked in.
The two came down the steps and knelt on one knee.
"Your Holiness, what are your orders?"
Bibi Dong looked down at the two Title Douluos kneeling on the ground.
His tone was chilling.
"Go and investigate Lu Ming's background, the more detailed the better."
"Also, go and make the arrangements."
"Before the finals officially begin, I want to personally meet Lu Ming from Blue Tyrant Academy."
Yue Guan and Gui Mei exchanged a glance.
They both saw the shock in each other's eyes.
His Holiness the Pope actually wanted to meet one of the contestants in person.
Moreover, judging from the tone of his voice, the visitor was not well-intentioned.
The two dared not ask any further questions and immediately bowed their heads to accept the order.
"Yes, Your Holiness the Pope!"
The two men got up and left.
The hall fell silent once more.
Bibi Dong sat back on the throne.
She touched the handrail that she had slapped out of shape.
You want to eat hot pot, right?
You're forming a group, right?
I, the Pope, would like to see if you can still be as arrogant as you are in the group chat when I stand in front of you.
The night was as dark as water, enveloping the entire Wuhun City.
The finals of the Continental Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academies will officially begin tomorrow.
The city was unusually quiet that night, and there were hardly any pedestrians on the streets.
The towering buildings of the Spirit Hall cast huge shadows under the moonlight.
Lu Ming walked up the stone steps leading to the Papal Palace.
He had just received a secret summons.
The messenger was Ju Douluo Yueguan.
The event was scheduled for the night before the final, and the location was a side hall of the Papal Palace.
Without any hesitation, Lu Ming went to the meeting alone.
He didn't even greet Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu; he just strolled over by himself.
The night breeze rustled the hem of his clothes.
Lu Ming's expression was extremely calm, as relaxed as if he were going out for a walk after dinner.
There were no guards at the entrance to the side hall.
The door was ajar.
A soft, dim yellow light emanated from inside.
Lu Ming reached out and pushed open the heavy solid wood door, then stepped inside.
The layout of the side hall was not as grand and oppressive as the main hall; instead, it exuded an atmosphere of luxury and privacy.
The floor was covered with a thick, pure white velvet carpet, which made no sound when you stepped on it.
A faint, pleasant fragrance filled the air, carrying the unique charm of a mature woman.
In the center of the main hall.
Bibi Dong had her back to the gate and was looking at a huge map of Wuhun City on the wall.
Hearing the door open, she slowly turned around.
Lu Ming paused slightly when he saw the person in front of him clearly.
His gaze fell directly on her.
Tonight, Bibidon did not wear the magnificent papal robe that symbolized supreme power.
He was not wearing that heavy and dazzling nine-curved purple-gold crown.
She was only wearing a black, form-fitting casual outfit.
The black silk dress fit her body perfectly, highlighting her stunning and flawless curves.
The neckline presented a sexy V-shape, and large expanses of snow-white skin gleamed alluringly under the light.
It lacked the usual lofty dignity and sanctity.
At this moment, Bibi Dong fully displayed the ultimate allure of a mature woman.
The worst part was the hem of that long skirt.
The skirt has a high slit on the side that extends all the way to the top of the thigh.
As she turned around, a straight, slender, and shapely leg was exposed to the air.
The black, silky fabric created a striking visual contrast with her fair skin.
Lu Ming's gaze followed the perfect leg lines downwards.
Bibi Dong was not wearing shoes.
A pair of delicate, white feet stepped directly onto the snow-white velvet carpet.
Her toes were round and cute, with a faint pink hue.
The arch of the foot is beautifully curved.
Having shed her papal disguise, her breathtaking beauty was fully revealed.
Lu Ming looked her up and down without any attempt to hide it.
His eyes held pure admiration.
Bibi Dong naturally noticed Lu Ming's unrestrained gaze.
She was not angry, nor did she reprimand him with the airs of a pope.
She simply stood there quietly, letting Lu Ming scrutinize her.
"You're very brave."
Bibi Dong parted her red lips slightly, her voice carrying a hint of languor.
"You've come alone? Aren't you afraid I'll set up an ambush in the side hall?"
Lu Ming smiled.
"If His Holiness the Pope wants to kill me on his own turf, why would he need to set up an ambush?"
"Besides, even if there's an ambush, I have to come and see this place because it smells so good."
Lu Ming's words were flippant.
Bibi Dong looked at the fifteen-year-old boy in front of her.
Despite his young age, his composure surpasses that of many established titled Douluo.
"Lu Ming, if you are willing to join the Spirit Hall, I can offer you the position of elder."
Bibi Dong didn't waste any words and went straight to the point, revealing her bargaining chips.
Elder of the Spirit Hall.
This is a position that countless Soul Masters would never dare to dream of.
Once you sit in this position, you are second only to the emperor.
Enjoy the highest level of resource allocation from the Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong believed that this condition was enough to move anyone in the world.
Lu Ming's expression remained unchanged after hearing this.
He glanced around the main hall.
I saw a large, cushioned armchair next to me.
He walked straight over.
I casually found a comfortable position to sit down.
Then he lifted one leg and crossed it over the other, creating a leg-crossing pose.
He leaned back in his chair, his posture extremely relaxed.
"Your Holiness, I have no interest in the Elders."
Lu Ming looked at Bibi Dong and replied in a calm tone.
Bibi Dong was stunned for a moment.
She had considered that Lu Ming would make demands and that he would try to negotiate.
But I never expected him to refuse so decisively.
Without even the slightest hesitation.
Bibi Dong frowned.
Beautiful eyebrows create two fine lines on a smooth forehead.
"Then what do you want?"
"The cultivation method for twin martial souls? Or soul bones?"
Bibi Dong stared into Lu Ming's eyes.
She doesn't believe there are any people in this world who aren't greedy.
If so, then the stakes aren't high enough.
The cultivation method for twin martial souls was a top-secret technique she discovered at great personal risk.
All high-quality soul bones under 100,000 years old can be taken out of the Spirit Hall's treasury if Lu Ming asks.
In order to recruit this peerless genius who possesses six spirit rings and a ten-thousand-year-old black spirit ring.
Bibi Dong was willing to spend a fortune.
Lu Ming looked at Bibi Dong's stunningly beautiful face, which also revealed the stubbornness of someone in a superior position.
He put his leg down.
With his hands on the armrests, Lu Ming stood up from the chair.
He did not answer Bibi Dong's question.
Instead, he started walking towards where Bibi Dong was.
The side hall was very quiet.
Only Lu Ming's steady footsteps echoed.
He walked very slowly.
But every step carried an indescribable sense of oppression.
(End of chapter)