Star Dou Forest Outskirts.
At this moment, Hu Liena was accompanied by two Soul Emperors, searching for a suitable soul beast.
Who knows how long it had been.
"Miss, we found one."
One of the Soul Emperors pointed ahead, delightedly saying, "That's a Three-Eyed Beast. It meets your requirements and its age is just right, under five thousand years."
Hu Liena had just broken through to Soul Ancestor and was preparing to obtain her fourth soul ring.
Seeing the beast, Hu Liena nodded in satisfaction. The Three-Eyed Beast, a spirit-type soul beast, was perfect for her soul ring, and its age was just right. Having studied many books on soul beasts in the Spirit Hall, she recognized it immediately.
She courteously addressed the two Soul Emperors, "Thank you, seniors."
Given her status, she didn't need to be so polite to them. As Bibi Dong's adopted daughter and the next likely Holy Maiden, her position was very high. But she remained respectful, which made her well-liked among the elders of the Spirit Hall.
"Miss, you're too kind."
The two Soul Emperors were flattered and quickly set off to capture the Three-Eyed Beast.
It didn't take long before they brought the subdued beast back to Hu Liena.
"Sorry, little one."
Hu Liena apologized as she prepared to finish off the Three-Eyed Beast with a dagger.
"Nana, wait!"
A voice suddenly called out from behind.
"Teacher?"
Hu Liena looked around in confusion. She thought she had heard her teacher's voice.
Sure enough, she wasn't mistaken. In the next moment, Bibi Dong descended from the sky.
"Teacher, what brings you here? Weren't you looking for..."
"Greetings, Holy Maiden."
The two Soul Emperors immediately knelt on one knee in respect. Bibi Dong was about to become the new Pope, and her strength had reached the level of a Titled Douluo. It was said that even the current Pope, Qian Xunji, might not be her match. Strong individuals commanded respect.
Bibi Dong nodded at them and addressed Hu Liena, "Don't absorb this soul ring yet. I'll take you to find Su Bai. He can help you obtain a more suitable soul ring."
Su Bai? Teacher's lover?
Hu Liena froze, recalling some embarrassing sounds she overheard near the wooden house. Her cheeks flushed red, and she quickly lowered her head, fearing Bibi Dong might notice.
She wondered, could Su Bai really help her find a better soul ring? This Three-Eyed Beast seemed perfect. But trusting Bibi Dong, she nodded in agreement.
"You two may return to Spirit Hall."
Bibi Dong instructed the Soul Emperors before flying off with Hu Liena.
Soon, they arrived at the core area of Star Dou Forest, where Su Bai was already waiting.
"You're here!"
Seeing the two women, Su Bai smiled and greeted Hu Liena, "Nana, we meet again."
Seeing Su Bai, Hu Liena couldn't help but recall some embarrassing scenes, lowering her head unconsciously.
Bibi Dong noticed and glared at Su Bai, warning, "Su Bai, I'm entrusting Nana to you. Don't get any improper ideas."
"Of course, of course!"
Su Bai waved his hand dismissively.
Bibi Dong gave him another stern look but knew that she would likely fall under his influence once Nana was in his hands. She then flew away, needing to return to handle affairs in Spirit Hall.
With Bibi Dong gone, Su Bai turned to Hu Liena.
"Tsk, tsk."
Su Bai nodded approvingly. Hu Liena's figure was perfect, her purple dress accentuating her curves, complemented by her long black hair and natural allure.
Hu Liena, noticing Su Bai's gaze, felt embarrassed and unsure of how to address him.
Sensing her hesitation, Su Bai smiled and said, "Just call me Brother Bai."
Though he half-joked about wanting her to call him dad, he decided against it, not wanting to scare her.
Brother Bai?
Hu Liena hesitated, finding it inappropriate given Su Bai's relationship with her teacher. But after a moment, she softly called out, "Brother Bai."
"Good."
Su Bai finally felt satisfied. He grabbed Hu Liena's hand and said, "Come, Brother Bai will help you hunt a soul beast."
The two then flew into the air. As Su Bai held her hand, Hu Liena's mind again wandered to embarrassing thoughts, flushing her cheeks.
Su Bai's senses were incredibly sharp. He didn't take long to find a suitable soul beast for Hu Liena.
It was another Three-Eyed Beast, but it was much older, likely around ten thousand years old.
Su Bai unleashed his aura without hesitation, causing the Three-Eyed Beast to tremble in fear.
"Done!"
Su Bai nodded in satisfaction and winked at Hu Liena.
Hu Liena, still in awe of Su Bai's power, thought, "Such a terrifying aura. Even the Teacher doesn't have this kind of presence. Has he surpassed her and become a Super Douluo?"
She admired strong individuals and now felt a budding affection for Su Bai. However, knowing his relationship with Bibi Dong, she didn't dare show it.
Returning to her senses, Hu Liena hesitantly asked, "Brother Bai, that Three-Eyed Beast seems to be at the ten-thousand-year level. Can I absorb it?"
Trusting Bibi Dong's judgment, Hu Liena didn't think Su Bai would harm her.
"Don't worry, leave it to me."
Su Bai assured her, then used a Body Strengthening Card on Hu Liena.
Feeling the changes in her body, Hu Liena's eyes widened in surprise. "What did he do to me? Why do I feel so much stronger?"
Finally, understanding Bibi Dong's intentions, Hu Liena no longer hesitated. She approached and finished off the trembling Three-Eyed Beast.
Soon, she successfully absorbed the soul ring, the beast offering no resistance due to its fear of Su Bai.
Hu Liena absorbed the soul ring with ease.
Buzz~
Hu Liena immediately activated her martial soul, looking at the newly added black soul ring on her body. She excitedly exclaimed, "I absorbed a ten-thousand-year soul ring successfully. Thank you, Brother Bai."
Having a ten-thousand-year soul ring as her fourth soul ring was extremely rare, yet with Su Bai's help, she effortlessly achieved it.
Her teacher's lover was truly mysterious!
No wonder her teacher was so devoted to him.