While holding a bowl and enjoying a delicious breakfast, Qian Renjue was momentarily stunned.
A voice echoed in his mind—it was the system's announcement.
"Congratulations, host, for successfully spreading great love! (Target: Bibi Dong)"
"You have received a reward: 500 points!"
"Remaining points: 1,550!"
Hearing the system's voice and seeing the balance, Qian Renjue was puzzled. The extra 1,000 points should have been from last night. But what just happened? Did the system glitch?
"Mm..."
Lost in thought, Qian Renjue forgot he was still eating. Some of the meat porridge dribbled out of his mouth, down his chin, and onto his neck, causing a tickling sensation.
Bang!
His body shuddered lightly, and he hurriedly placed the bowl on the table, accidentally making a noise. He immediately raised his hand to wipe himself clean, getting it all over his hands.
"Jue, what's wrong? Are you feeling sleepy?"
Qian Renxue, realizing what had happened, quickly grabbed a handkerchief and carefully wiped Qian Renjue clean.
"No, I'm not sleepy yet," Qian Renjue gently shook his head, pursing his lips and licking them with his small tongue.
"Then be more careful and don't eat so fast," Qian Renxue chided playfully, poking his cheek before handing him a spoon.
"Okay, I know," Qian Renjue nodded, holding the spoon, but his mind was elsewhere.
Just as he was about to open a chest, hoping to find something useful to give to Bibi Dong, he heard a voice outside.
It was Qian Daoliu's voice.
Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue's residence was a standalone courtyard.
Creak!
The gate opened, and Qian Daoliu looked at the siblings sitting in the pavilion, a kind smile on his face.
"Xiao Xue, Xiao Jue."
Qian Renxue curiously asked, "Grandpa, why are you here?"
"Grandpa is here to tell you that you shouldn't run around today," Qian Daoliu said with a smile as he walked up to them, ruffling their hair.
"What do you mean by that, Grandpa?" Qian Renjue looked up, confused, at Qian Daoliu. He had a feeling that Qian Daoliu was implying something, considering they usually only went halfway up the mountain.
"Haha, Xiao Jue is so smart; you should have guessed by now," Qian Daoliu chuckled, shaking his head, but he still patiently explained, "Your dad has already gone to the city gate to see your mother off. Do you understand now?"
"So soon?" Qian Renjue frowned, puffing out his cheeks.
"Why didn't Dad ask me and Sis to go with him to see Mom off?"
Qian Daoliu's expression changed slightly, and he gently explained, "Xiao Jue, it's for your protection. Sometimes it's necessary to keep your identity hidden."
Qian Renxue was already aware of this.
Her existence was completely unknown outside the Spirit Hall, as they had spread false news of her early death.
"Okay," Qian Renjue lowered his head. He knew it was for his safety and to maintain the reputation of the Spirit Hall.
Then he lifted his head again, grabbing Qian Daoliu's hand and shaking it gently.
"Grandpa, when Mom comes back, Sis and I want to go pick her up! Can we?"
Qian Daoliu pondered for a moment before smiling and agreeing.
"Of course."
"Great! Grandpa, you have to remember that," Qian Renjue said happily, raising his spoon and pulling Qian Renxue's little hand.
"Sis, you be the witness."
"I'll do as Jue says," Qian Renxue replied with a smile, clearly pleased.
Qian Daoliu couldn't help but laugh. He wasn't one to lie to children.
He reassured them, "Don't worry, Xiao Jue. Grandpa always keeps his promises."
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Spirit City!
Under the city gate engraved with a six-winged angel relief, Qian Xunji stood in his formal attire, waiting for a long time.
Beneath his shiny exterior lay untold evil.
Originally pleased because of Qian Renjue, Bibi Dong's mood soured instantly when she saw him.
Her previously calm and beautiful face was now filled with deep disgust and hatred.
When she approached, her words were respectful but icy cold.
"Teacher, you still came."
"Dong'er, I'm your teacher after all. I should come to see you off," Qian Xunji replied solemnly, his demeanor formal and businesslike.
Hearing his nauseating words, Bibi Dong's eyes were filled with boundless rage and distortion. Her purple eyes grew darker.
As Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo prepared to salute, Qian Xunji raised his hand to stop them, looking at Bibi Dong with a hint of expectation.
"Dong'er, if Tang Hao of the Clear Sky Clan can accomplish something, I believe you can do even better."
His voice paused.
Qian Xunji's gaze softened as he thought of Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue. His voice carried a hint of pleading.
"Dong'er, let me wish you an early success."
"Heh, thank you, Teacher."
Bibi Dong sneered, walking past him and out of the city.
She saw through Qian Xunji's false demeanor, feeling nothing but disgust and revulsion.
A beast like him wasn't fit to be that child's father.
As she walked away, Bibi Dong clenched her teeth, her heart filled with endless pain.
She wasn't worthy of being his mother either.
Bibi Dong tightly held the pouch Qian Renjue had given her, her eyes glistening with tears.
'Jue, I'm sorry...
Qian Xunji must die!'
Bibi Dong's mind echoed with a scream as she gasped for breath.
She gently caressed the pouch once more before placing it in her Soul Guidance Device. (Space Ring)
Her steps forward became more resolute.
Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo were slightly confused by the Holy Maiden's behavior.
But remembering her recent state, they were somewhat accustomed to it.
They bowed to Qian Xunji.
"Your Majesty, the Pope!"
"Mm," Qian Xunji nodded slightly.
He showed no anger despite Bibi Dong's attitude, having long grown used to it.
Looking at the two, Qian Xunji's face turned stern.
"Make sure you protect the Saintess. If anything happens during the escort, you will be held accountable!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
The two titled douluos did not dare to relax for a moment.
"Go," Qian Xunji waved his hand.
The two immediately chased after Bibi Dong.
"Dong'er, will you feel better if I die?"
Qian Xunji muttered to himself as he watched Bibi Dong's retreating figure.
Then, he recalled the scene when Bibi Dong was playing together in the Pope's Hall with certain man
'That worthless man, I still haven't stopped monitoring him.
He's already changed his heart to another woman.
But he's still a worthless man!
Still the kind of man who runs away and abandons women when faced with trouble!
That illegitimate daughter of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan seems to have gone mad.
Wandering around, looking for him.. '
Qian Xunji didn't bother with such trivial matters, taking a deep breath as he turned toward the mountain peak in the city.
He slowly walked toward where his two children were.
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