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Within the Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong received the news of Golden Crocodile Douluo's retreat, and a look of surprise appeared on her face.
"How could this happen? Golden Crocodile Douluo actually retreated?" Bibi Dong murmured, frowning.
She had always been confident in Golden Crocodile Douluo's strength, believing he was enough to suppress the enemy.
But she hadn't anticipated that the eight deans could perform such a miraculous fusion technique, forcing Golden Crocodile Douluo to retreat in caution.
"Who exactly is this so-called Ice God?"
Recalling the Ice God mentioned by the eight deans, a hint of interest flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes.
Recently, rumors about the Ice God's descent had been rampant, and she had heard a bit about it.
However, she didn't believe that other gods were hiding in this world.
It must be someone with ulterior motives, pretending to be a deity to seize an opportunity.
"Hmph, Ice God? Then come, show me what surprises you can bring."
Bibi Dong muttered softly, a disdainful smile forming at the corner of her mouth.
"Your Holiness, it seems Golden Crocodile Elder has encountered some trouble. Should we send reinforcements?" a senior elder of the Spirit Hall asked cautiously.
Bibi Dong smiled slightly and waved her hand, "No need. I trust them.
Tell Golden Crocodile Douluo that for the honor of the Spirit Hall, he must exert all his strength to defeat the two great empires.
I believe he will achieve a great victory and return triumphantly.
Also, remind them to be careful and take care of their health. All the elders are the pillars of our Spirit Hall. Any injury to them is a severe loss to us.
I will be here, awaiting their victorious return."
"As you command, Your Holiness!"
Seeing Bibi Dong's concern and trust in the elders, the high-ranking officials nodded in agreement.
Bibi Dong smiled faintly, a barely noticeable glimmer of cunning in her eyes.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and his group were Qian Daoliu's confidants.
Now, Qian Daoliu had already died by her hand.
If Golden Crocodile Douluo and his group found out, they would surely oppose her.
As for these old ministers of the previous regime, Bibi Dong would rather kill them by mistake than let them go.
"This war is the perfect opportunity to get rid of these stubborn old fools."
Bibi Dong sneered inwardly.
She had been contemplating how to deal with Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others.
But now, with the intensity of the battle exceeding her expectations, wasn't this the ideal chance for them to die?
At the frontline city of the Spirit Hall.
In the council hall.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and the other elders of the Spirit Hall were gathered, discussing tactics against the two great empires.
At that moment, a subordinate hurriedly entered the hall, reporting to Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others, "My lords, Her Holiness has sent a message. She believes in your victory and urges you to fight for the honor of the Spirit Hall."
The subordinate conveyed Bibi Dong's words verbatim.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others heard this without much change in their expressions; the news did not surprise them.
Facing a formidable enemy, they had no time to ponder Bibi Dong's intentions.
They refocused on their tactical discussion.
However, when the topic turned to the opponents' significant forces—the eight deans.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others' faces grew serious.
They knew this was their biggest challenge.
These eight deans not only possessed great strength but also had a mysterious joint skill, posing the greatest threat to the Spirit Hall.
An elder, frowning in confusion, said, "I still don't understand. How could these eight suddenly advance to Title Douluo in such a short time?"
The other elders were equally puzzled.
Indeed, becoming a Titled Douluo usually required years of arduous cultivation. How could they have achieved it so quickly?
"Could it be that the Ice God truly exists?"
An elder said worriedly.
The other elders grew anxious.
The legendary Ice God was said to have immense powers.
If the eight deans were blessed by the Ice God, suddenly increasing their strength and becoming Titled Douluo, it would make sense.
If the Ice God indeed existed, wouldn't they be fighting a losing battle?
At that moment, Demon Subduing Douluo sneered, breaking the elders' train of thought.
"The Ice God is nothing but an absurd legend, completely nonexistent!"
"I think this so-called Ice God is most likely just a lucky individual who passed a divine trial, trying to show off and deceive people with such nonsense."
"You actually fell for it, how utterly ridiculous!"
The elders were silent for a moment, contemplating the issue.
One elder nodded, agreeing, "Indeed, the Ice God is probably not a real deity, but someone who has passed a divine trial is undoubtedly a genius among geniuses."
"Wait!"
Suddenly, another elder's eyes lit up as he seemed to recall someone fitting this description—Shui Bing'er!
"Do you think this so-called Ice God could be the legendary top genius, Shui Bing'er?"
"Shui Bing'er!?" an elder exclaimed, and the others' faces changed dramatically.
They all remembered Shui Bing'er's legendary achievements. She was the top genius of the continent, recognized by the divine trial at a young age.
"If it is indeed her, our situation could become very difficult."
An elder said gravely, and the others nodded, their expressions becoming serious.
Although Shui Bing'er wasn't a god, her talent was far beyond that of ordinary opponents.
While Golden Crocodile Douluo and the elders were speculating, a subordinate hurriedly entered and reported urgently to Golden Crocodile Douluo.
"My lord, today's performance by the enemy's eight deans has severely affected our morale. The mention of the Ice God legend has caused many soldiers to feel anxious and uneasy, and our morale has already been shaken."
The subordinate said worriedly.
"What?"
Golden Crocodile Douluo frowned deeply.
It was exactly what he feared.
However, in the face of such a formidable enemy, maintaining resolve was crucial.
After a moment of contemplation, he took decisive action.
"Immediately issue orders to mobilize all forces of the Spirit Hall to search for Shui Bing'er's whereabouts! Use any means necessary to find her at once!"
Golden Crocodile Douluo commanded.
Capture the leader first.
Once Shui Bing'er is found, the rest will be easy.
Eliminating her would surely restore morale and stabilize the troops.
"Yes, my lord!"
The subordinate quickly set out to execute Golden Crocodile Douluo's orders.
Golden Crocodile Douluo thought for a moment and added, "Wait, also announce to the world that Shui Bing'er is spreading falsehoods and disturbing the people's minds. The Spirit Hall will capture her to cleanse this evil and restore order!
Anyone who captures Shui Bing'er will be rewarded with a ten-thousand-year soul bone."
"Understood?"
"Understood, my lord!"
The subordinate responded and swiftly left the council hall.
After the subordinate left, Qianjun Douluo asked, "Golden Crocodile Douluo, are you sure that Shui Bing'er is really the Ice God?"
Golden Crocodile Douluo snorted and confidently replied, "Of course not!"
"But at this point, to maintain morale, even if she's not, we must treat her as if she is!"
"We can't possibly be facing a real deity!"
He knew clearly.
At this time, strong measures were necessary to uphold the Spirit Hall's authority.
He intended to use Shui Bing'er's reputation.
To set an example.
So that everyone would understand the cost of opposing the Spirit Hall.
(End of chapter)