In front of her stood a black-clad youth, whose face seemed somewhat young and tender. However, his whole body was enveloped in a deep blue oceanic power, a substantial force rather than simple droplets of water.
Though Bibi Dong felt weak and her head was spinning, she could still see the determined look in the youth's eyes.
'Who is he? Why did he appear here? Did he come to save me?' Bibi Dong wondered in her heart.
'He dares to challenge the Supreme Pontiff of the Spirit Hall like this. He's so foolish...' Bibi Dong couldn't help but feel distressed for the youth.
The strength of the Spirit Hall is not something a lone individual could challenge. During its peak, even prestigious sects like Clear Sky Clan, Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan would avoid its sharp edge.
Bibi Dong had already prepared to give up resistance. Facing her teacher, Qian Xunji, was already difficult due to her drugged state. However, Ye Chen's appearance ignited a glimmer of hope in her heart. His aura was comparable to that of a Limit Douluo, and this surprised her.
Qian Xunji's pupils contracted, and his face turned pale. He couldn't believe what he was seeing. This ordinary-looking youth was a rank 99 Limit Douluo! Though the difference between a 95th-level and 99th-level Limit Douluo was only four levels, it represented an immense gap among Douluos. The disparity between each level of Douluo was vast, and some soul masters struggled to progress even one or two levels in their lifetime.
"I never thought there could be a 99th-level Limit Douluo here! One of the world's strongest!" Qian Xunji's mind churned with astonishment and agitation, and his breath quickened.
'How is this possible? There are only a few famous Pinnacle Douluo on the Douluo Continent. Tang Chen, the most famous figure in the Clear Sky Clan, has disappeared for many years. Bo Saixi, the High Priestess of Sea God Island, is said to be infinitely close to a godly existence and rarely sets foot on the Douluo Continent. As for my father Qian Daoliu, it's impossible. But with the vast territory of the Douluo Continent, there might be other strong figures hidden from us' Chihiro Ji's mind raced, but bitterness crept into the corner of his mouth. As the Pope of the Spirit Hall, even though he had seen many extraordinary individuals, he now faced someone he couldn't fathom.
Qian Xunji didn't consider calling for his father because he knew that his father, with his personality, wouldn't get involved in such a battle. His father valued his safety too much.
"I am here to take away Bibi Dong," Ye Chen stated coldly.
This reassured Qian Xunji because as long as Ye Chen's target was Bibi Dong, he could breathe a sigh of relief.
"But—" Ye Chen changed the topic, causing Qian Xunji to become nervous again.
"I'm going to kill you too!" Ye Chen's countenance turned icy.
Qian Xunji's face changed drastically, and a dark expression clouded his eyes.
"Your Excellency, don't push it too hard. My Spirit Hall has already been gracious enough towards you."
"Do I need your courtesy?" Ye Chen's soul power surged, and lavender soul power rose around him. He stretched out his right palm, and it emitted a bright light, followed by his body growing taller, and his bare arms bulging with muscles.
A layer of blue leather covered his body like protective armour, and his eyes turned a rare dark blue, emitting a strange light. Ye Chen clenched his fists, feeling the immense power within him.
"Deep Sea Tiger Shark!"
Sensing Ye Chen's terrifying aura, Qian Xunji knew that he had to use his ultimate skill today; otherwise, he wouldn't stand a chance of survival.
As Ye Chen transformed, the system's notification rang in his ears.
[Ding——
Goddess Value increased by 1
Goddess Value increased by 1
Goddess Value increased by 1. ...
Congratulations, the Goddess Value of Bibi Dong has reached five points.]
"Do you think being a rank 99 douluo makes you invincible? I won't believe it!" Qian Xunji's eyes turned scarlet, and he shouted hysterically.
From his pocket, Qian Xunji retrieved a jade bottle, and a red, foul-smelling pill rolled into his hand.
Without hesitation, he swallowed the pill.