Chapter 3941

Yue Guan glanced at these people and spoke with a hint of menace, "What, do you have any objections?"

The Soul Masters, who had been somewhat defiant just moments ago, now averted their eyes, not daring to utter a single word...

The former snorted coldly before continuing, "Let me remind you, if anyone dares to burst in, they will be executed immediately as spies!"

The squad leader approached cautiously and inquired, "Elder Ju, are we really going to open the city gate? It might allow people from the upper three families to infiltrate."

Yue Guan responded expressionlessly, "Do you think I haven't thought of what you could think of?"

Martial Soul Hall was not really afraid of the disciples of the upper three families assassinating Xu Sheng!

They were afraid that their anger would cause chaos!

The former gulped nervously and said in fear, "Elder Ju, I spoke out of turn."

Yue Guan waved his hand dismissively and said impatiently, "Enough with the chatter, open the city gate. However... only civilians are allowed inside!"

"If any Soul Master tries to force their way in, don't hesitate, execute them on the spot!"

The former agreed immediately without any hesitation, "Yes, Elder Ju!"

With Elder Ju's warning, no one should seek their own death!

Then, he turned around and said to the rest of the Spirit Hall soldiers, "Did you all hear what Elder Ju said? Open the city gate, only civilians are allowed inside, and everyone must be registered!"

"Yes!"

The next second, the Spirit Hall soldiers opened the city gate...

Soon, the line at the gate was bustling with activity...

Seeing this from above, Gui Mei transmitted a message, "Yue Guan, I'll leave this place to you, I will go report the situation to His Holiness the Pope now."

Yue Guan nodded slightly, "Mm."

The sudden departure of the disciples from the upper three families was indeed very strange!

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In the great hall!

Seeing Gui Mei suddenly bursting in, Bi Bidong stopped what she was doing and turned her gaze towards him...

Surprised, she asked, "Gui Mei, what happened? Why have you come back all of a sudden? Weren't you with Yue Guan guarding the city gates?"

Gui Mei slightly bowed his head and respectfully answered, "Your Holiness, Yue Guan alone is enough for the city gate."

"However, because the civilian Soul Masters outside the city seem to have grievances about the blockade of Martial Soul City, and even wanted to force their way in, we took the liberty of opening the city gates, please forgive us."

Bi Bidong raised an eyebrow and inquired, "Oh? And your reason for doing this?"

Yue Guan and Gui Mei would not disobey her without a reason; they must have had their reasons!

Gui Mei related the situation truthfully, "Your Holiness, because Yue Guan and I noticed something, the disciples of the upper three families hidden among the Soul Masters, almost all withdrew at the same time!"

Bi Bidong mused upon hearing this, "All disciples of the upper three families suddenly withdrew?"

"Could it be that they have given up on the plan to assassinate Xu Sheng? Or is it intentional?"

This was unlike the methods of the upper three families!

Gui Mei acknowledged neither scenario neatly, "We cannot rule out either possibility, so we only allowed civilians in, just in case."

Bi Bidong nodded, "Mm… you did the right thing. After all, unblocking Martial Soul City after such a long time could cause chaos if too many people entered all at once!"

Then, she again said, "Gui Mei, your return isn't just to report this situation, is it?"

She sensed that his words carried deeper meaning; there seemed to be something else he wanted to say...

Gui Mei didn't deny it but said gravely, "Yes, Your Holiness, I would like to leave Martial Soul Hall for a while!"

Bi Bidong saw through his intentions instantly and frowned, "Gui Mei, are you planning to investigate the upper three families?"

The former confirmed this, "Yes, today's events are indeed peculiar, and it's necessary to find out what exactly happened with the upper three families!"

If the upper three families were brewing a conspiracy, it would be good for Martial Soul Hall to be prepared in advance!

Bi Bidong propped up her chin, pondering, "Hmm... but it will be very dangerous for you to go alone to investigate the upper three families!"

"How about letting Yueguan go with you?"

With Ghost Charm and Yueguan able to use the Martial Soul Fusion Skill, if they encounter a situation they cannot overpower, no one will be able to stop them from escaping!

Ghost Charm immediately vetoed the proposal, "Your Holiness, that won't do, Martial Soul City needs strong ones to oversee, I can go alone!"

Bi Bidong hesitated for a moment, and did not stop him...

"Alright, but you must be careful, this could very well be a trap set by the upper three families!"

If either Ghost Charm or Yueguan were to fall, it would be akin to losing an arm for her, and might even affect her ability to secure her position as the Pope!

After all, in Martial Soul Hall, the only ones truly worthy of her trust were the two of them!

Ghost Charm felt somewhat moved and bowed with his fists, "Rest assured, Your Holiness!"

Subsequently, he merged into the Black Mist, his presence instantly erased...

Watching him leave, Bi Bidong turned to the Spirit Hall Soldiers in the distance and ordered, "You... go inform the goddess and the others to come over, I have something to say!"

The latter nodded slightly and then turned to go convey the message...

Not long after, Hulena and others arrived at the grand hall...

With a respectful expression, they said, "Your Holiness (Teacher)."

Bi Bidong nodded slightly in acknowledgment, "Hmm, no need for formalities!"

"How has your soul power rank progressed during this time?"

Evil Moon was the first to reply, "Replying to Your Holiness, since Xu Sheng returned, our soul power has increased much faster, and we are about to breakthrough again soon!"

Flame added, "That's right, that's right, Your Holiness, training beside Xu Sheng makes everything twice as effective!!"

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Even both Hall Masters were aware, so naturally, Zang Xin could not be unaware...

He continued, "So, to ensure the safety of Wulin, this child, I hope you can protect him closely!"

Guo Xiaoxu propped up her chin, "We have no objections to that, but the key is Tang Wulin, if he doesn't agree, it won't work."

Zang Xin confidently stated, "No, he will agree!"

Liang Xiaoyu curiously asked, "Sect Leader, why are you so sure?"

Zang Xin enunciated each word clearly, "Because Wulin himself definitely wants to know what conspiracy is hidden in the Spirit Pagoda, this time, it just happens to use Tang Sect as a pretext to investigate!"

Liang Xiaoyu suddenly realized, "So that's it!"

Zang Xin then asked in return, "Hall Master Liang, what's your response?"

The former gestured, "I naturally have no objections, but to be honest, Wulin's strength now is by no means inferior to me and Hall Master Guo!"

Having them protect him seemed somewhat redundant!

Zang Xin directly ignored the latter half of his statement, "Since it's settled, let's proceed as decided!"

Both had to respond, "Yes, Sect Leader!!"

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