Spirit Hall, Goodbye!Wuhun City, Papal Palace.
As dusk fell, the solemn Papal Palace was gradually enveloped in darkness.
The long-sealed doors of the Papal Palace suddenly opened, and a figure leaped out. It was Dai Yao.
Looking at the sky, a hint of anxiety flashed across Dai Yao's face, but he quickly calmed down and thought:
"It's already this late. That soul power can't hold Bibi Dong off for long. If we're too slow, I won't be able to leave the Spirit Hall."
With a flap of his eight wings, Dai Yao soared into the sky and flew towards the waterfall.
As he soared into the air, he discovered that snow was falling throughout Wuhun City, and a layer of silver gradually enveloped the city.
The cold wind whipped against his face. Dai Yao gazed deeply at Wuhun City, then sighed softly. Without lingering any longer, he transformed into a long rainbow and vanished into the sky.
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valley.
The waterfall cascades down, crashing against the boulders with a thunderous roar. Water splashes everywhere, and a misty fog hangs over the valley.
Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong had already returned to the valley.
Dai Yao returned late, causing his two daughters great worry.
Dai Yao was meeting the current Pope, Bibi Dong. According to their teacher, she was incredibly powerful, ruthless, and had killed countless people.
This time, Dai Yao acted on his own, not only killing the Star Luo Emperor but also establishing such a huge power. It's no surprise that Bibi Dong will treat Dai Yao however she wants.
Zhu Zhuqing sat quietly on the wooden chair, her face expressionless, radiating an icy aura. Only her almost pale, slightly trembling lips revealed the tension in her heart.
Although Dai Yao has accomplished many incredible things, Bibi Dong is one of the strongest people on the continent, so they can't help but worry.
Nearby, Feng Wutong paced back and forth.
Her beautiful face made no attempt to hide her anxiety, and the flames on her body rose and extinguished, like a volcano about to erupt with its rage.
Three maids stood trembling behind Zhu Zhuqing.
Since becoming Dai Yao's maids and moving to the valley, the three of them have basically lived a secluded life.
For them, Dai Yao was their entire life.
During the time Dai Yao was missing, they felt as if they had lost their pillar of support, and each day felt like an eternity.
When they heard that Dai Yao had defeated the Star Luo Emperor and escaped unscathed, they couldn't believe it at first. But as more and more news came in, they had to believe it and felt proud of Dai Yao.
They awaited Dai Yao's return.
But unexpectedly, Dai Yao was actually the 'Asura Emperor'! The person the current Holy Maiden had been searching for for many years.
There must be secrets hidden within this. As Dai Yao's personal maids, they were even more aware that this matter was closely related to His Holiness the current Pope.
Now that he has disobeyed His Holiness the Pope's orders, Dai Yao will surely be punished by His Holiness the Pope upon his return.
The three exchanged glances, their faces tense. Even the most mature Peacock felt the impending storm.
"Zhuqing, we can't wait any longer. We must find our teacher immediately and ask him to persuade His Holiness the Pope. Maybe he can spare the young master."
Feng Wutong stopped and looked at Zhu Zhuqing, speaking urgently.
All the women looked at Zhu Zhuqing. After Dai Yao left, Zhu Zhuqing became their pillar of support.
Zhu Zhuqing clenched her teeth, her delicate face showing exhaustion.
Dai Yao's current situation is unclear. If they force their teacher to intervene, they will definitely offend Bibi Dong. That crazy woman, Bibi Dong, doesn't care about your talent.
At that time, their situation within the Spirit Hall will become more difficult than ever before.
After a moment, Zhu Zhuqing made up her mind, looked at Feng Wutong, and said firmly:
"Alright, Wutong, you go find the Third Elder, I'll go find Master. Only their intervention can stop His Holiness the Pope. Every minute we wait now increases the danger for Yao-ge..."
Before she could finish speaking, a familiar presence appeared on the horizon. The two women looked up at the same time, then exchanged a glance, unable to contain their joy.
boom--
Without any resistance, Dai Yao slammed heavily onto the ground, kicking up countless plumes of dust.
"Brother Yao!"
Zhu Zhuqing rushed up with joy. Seeing Dai Yao return safely, her heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled down, and she regained her aloof demeanor, as pure as a snow lotus on a high mountain.
However, the deep affection in her beautiful eyes betrayed her. This was a stunning beauty that could never be seen by outsiders.
Naturally, Dai Yao wrapped his arm around Zhu Zhuqing's slender waist and smelled her familiar fragrance. His tense heart immediately calmed down a lot.
He then looked at Feng Wutong, glanced at the faces of the maids, and said in a deep voice:
"Zhu Qing, Wu Tong, pack your things, let's leave the Spirit Hall immediately."
Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong were stunned for a moment. Zhu Zhuqing exclaimed in surprise:
"Brother Yao, is it because of His Holiness the Pope?"
Dai Yao nodded and said solemnly:
"Yes, Her Holiness the Pope summoned me this time to kill me. However, for some reason, she is currently trapped, so we must leave here now."
Fortunately, Dai Yao established the Qinglian Sect in advance; otherwise, he would be like a stray dog with nowhere to go, just like back then.
Upon hearing this, all the women were shocked.
Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong didn't hesitate at all and began tidying up the wooden house. In the Spirit Hall, they held extremely high positions and even had teachers at the Title Douluo level, but compared to Dai Yao, none of that mattered.
The other three maids looked at each other, somewhat at a loss.
They have close ties to the Spirit Hall, and their families belong to the Spirit Hall. If they leave, their families will inevitably face retaliation. Therefore, leaving is not a simple matter.
Looking at the maid who had been with him for many years, Dai Yao pondered for a moment and said:
"You have followed me for quite some time, and I am not a heartless person. You can choose to leave with me or stay in the Spirit Hall."
"If you choose to stay in the Spirit Hall, I will not hold you responsible in any way; it is not your fault. If you choose to leave with me, I can guarantee the safety of your family."
Although Bibi Dong wields immense power in the Spirit Hall, the Hall of Offerings is not a place where she can interfere.
If Qian Renxue were to look after the maid's clan, Bibi Dong would likely not investigate further.
Upon hearing this, the peacock breathed a sigh of relief:
"Young Master, I am willing to follow you and leave the Spirit Hall. If I leave you, my path as a Spirit Master will be bleak."
"I was worried before because my family would suffer a great disaster after I left with you, so I hesitated. But with your assurance, I have no more worries."
Seeing that Kongque agreed, Dai Yao felt somewhat relieved.
It's not just because Peacock has the potential to become a Title Douluo, but also because after so many years together, they know many of my secrets, and if we separate, there is a risk of them being exposed.
Dai Yao turned his head to look at the egret and the cuckoo, and smiled:
And you?
The heron bit its lip and said:
"Young master, your servant is also willing to follow you and leave together."
Dujuan quickly said:
"The same goes for maids!"
Unlike peacocks, they are not strong and do not have a high status in their own families. Becoming maids is a choice they were forced to make.
If they stay, they will most likely be abandoned by their families, allowing His Holiness the Pope to vent his anger over Dai Yao's escape.
Du Juan's situation was even worse. She was a pawn that His Holiness the Pope had planted next to Dai Yao. After being exposed, she betrayed Bibi Dong and devoted herself to following Dai Yao.
Because of Dai Yao's protection, Bibi Dong did not pursue the matter. If she had chosen to stay, her fate would have been extremely tragic.
"Alright, since you've chosen to leave with me, I won't treat you unfairly. Pack your things quickly, and then we'll set off immediately."
Dai Yao gave the instructions with a smile.
No one chose to stay, which warmed Dai Yao's heart somewhat. It seemed not everyone was as cold-hearted as Bibi Dong...
"Yes, young master."
The three women responded sweetly.
Gazing at the magnificent waterfall, Dai Yao remained silent for a long time before letting out a soft sigh.
Back then, Hu Liena found this valley for him and personally brought him here. He still remembers everything from those days.
Life is unpredictable; we may be destined to meet but not to be together. Goodbye...
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Before long, Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong had finished getting ready. The two women stood gracefully beside Dai Yao, their expressions somewhat complicated.
"What's wrong?"
Noticing the two women's unusual behavior, Dai Yao asked them directly.
Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong exchanged a glance. Feng Wutong looked at Dai Yao, but dared not meet his gaze. She lowered her head and whispered:
"Young master, before I leave, I would like to say goodbye to my two teachers. Do you have enough time?"
Dai Yao understood.
Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong's master may have initially wanted to take them as disciples because of their talent, but after so many years together, the original utilitarian feelings have faded, leaving only the affection of treating them like his own daughters.
If the two women leave without a word, the elders will certainly not feel good.
And the two women wouldn't forgive themselves either. If he forced them to leave, they wouldn't say anything, but it would inevitably leave them with regrets.
Dai Yao turned his head, looked at Zhu Zhuqing, and smiled:
"Zhuqing, is that what you think too?"
Zhu Zhuqing bit her lip and said:
"Yes, Brother Yao. Elder Gui treated me like his own daughter. If I leave without saying a word, Elder Gui will definitely feel bad. So, I want to say goodbye to him."
"But if time is too tight, then forget it..."
Dai Yao calculated the time. Only a few minutes had passed since he came out of the Papal Palace, while it would take Bibi Dong at least half an hour to leave the restriction of the Soul Power Ocean.
There is still plenty of time.
Dai Yao gently tapped Zhu Zhuqing's head, then pinched Feng Wutong's cheek, and scolded her:
"You two silly girls, how could I blame you?! You are my wives, the Third Elder, Lingyuan Douluo, and Gui Douluo, your elders. Are you not mine now?"
"Go ahead and say goodbye to them. Time is short, don't stay too long."
The two women were deeply moved. If the occasion had allowed, they would have given everything to repay Dai Yao's affection and trust.
The Vermilion Bird flapped its wings, and white flames shot into the sky. Phoenix Wutong embraced Zhu Zhuqing, and they transformed into a long rainbow, disappearing into the valley.
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Offering Hall.
As if sensing something, Qingluan Douluo looked up at the sky.
Beside him, a woman propped herself up and asked in confusion:
"What's wrong?"
An awkward expression appeared on Qingluan Douluo's face, and he coughed twice, saying:
"Your apprentice is here. Hide for a moment."
A look of panic flashed across the woman's face. She glanced around and quickly hid. Qingluan, somewhat helpless, dressed and went to the main hall.
Before long, Feng Wutong pushed open the door and entered.
"Wutong, what brings you to your master so late?"
"Qingluan Douluo laughed. But seeing the complicated expression on Feng Wutong's face, the smile on Qingluan Douluo's face gradually disappeared."
Looking at her teacher, who treated her like her own child, Feng Wutong's beautiful eyes flashed with reluctance. She knelt down and said in a trembling voice:
"Master, please forgive your unfilial son. I am leaving the Spirit Hall. I have come to say goodbye."
Qingluan Douluo was greatly shocked, staring intently at Feng Wutong, and said angrily:
"You bastard! Do you even know what your actions mean?! Leaving the Spirit Hall? No, this is defection! Do you think the Spirit Hall will forgive you?!"
"Why? Why would someone abandon wealth and glory, give up a bright future, and embark on a path of no return... Oh, I know! Is it because that brat Dai Yao wants to leave the Spirit Hall?!"
In the blink of an eye, Qingluan Douluo understood everything.
Based on his understanding of his disciple, Feng Wutong would never have the idea of leaving the Spirit Hall. The only possibility is that Dai Yao wants to leave, and his foolish disciple is foolishly following him.
The Azure Phoenix Douluo's fury moved Feng Wutong, who was torn between gratitude and inner turmoil. But Dai Yao was her husband, and she would follow him wherever he went, even unto death.
"Teacher, you don't need to ask anymore. Young Master… for some reason, he can no longer stay in the Spirit Hall, and he has to leave."
"So, I will leave with him."
Feng Wutong explained.
Hearing this, and seeing Feng Wutong's resolute expression, Qingluan Douluo felt a pang of heartache. He closed his eyes in anguish, and after a moment, sighed helplessly:
"What a tragedy..."
His disciple was excellent in every way—talented, good-natured—her only flaw was her stubbornness. Once she made up her mind, nothing could sway her.
However, he also came to a realization. Since Dai Yao wanted to leave, and Feng Wutong still returned to say goodbye at this critical moment, it was clear that he held a high position in his disciple's heart.
Thinking about this made him feel much better.
But the thought of Feng Wutong still leaving made him feel sad again.
He flashed to Feng Wutong's side, stroking her long, silky hair. The helplessness on Qingluan Douluo's face slowly faded, replaced by a look of tenderness.
"Child, since that's the case, you should go with that boy. I may not have many other abilities, but I can still save your life."
"Master! Thank you."
Feng Wutong choked up as she spoke.
She understood the immense pressure Qingluan Douluo had to face to make this decision. Protecting a traitor could very well jeopardize his lifelong reputation.
"Silly child, why are you thanking me? In my heart, you are my own daughter."
The Azure Phoenix Douluo's Way of Compassion.
With a flick of his hand, three soul bones, radiating soul power fluctuations, floated in mid-air. The terrifying soul power fluctuations unmistakably demonstrated their preciousness.
Looking at the three soul bones, Azure Phoenix Douluo was somewhat moved. Each one was a treasured possession of his. He smiled and said:
"These three soul bones are all over 50,000 years old, and they are all avian soul bones, which are extremely compatible with your Vermilion Bird Martial Soul."
"I originally planned to give them to you when you were stronger. But I didn't expect this to happen, so I have to give you these soul bones ahead of time."
Feng Wutong was pleasantly surprised, but quickly declined:
"Teacher, I can't accept them. These soul bones are too precious..."
Before Feng Wutong could finish speaking, Qingluan Douluo interrupted:
"If you don't accept them, who am I supposed to give them to? Do you expect me to take these things to my grave?"
Seeing that Feng Wutong was still hesitant, Qingluan sighed and handed the three soul bones to Feng Wutong, saying:
"Keep it, consider it your dowry. Although I have a lot of opinions about that kid Dai Yao, I have to admit that his talent is unmatched."
"After you marry him, I won't be able to take care of you anymore. I'm giving you these soul bones to tell that kid that we're here to support you!"
"That kid dared to bully you, we'll avenge you!"
Feng Wutong was both moved and amused, and finally accepted the three soul bones, saying from the bottom of her heart:
"Thank you, teacher."
Azure Phoenix Douluo nodded with satisfaction, then suddenly remembered something, his face showing some embarrassment, and said:
"If I'm not mistaken, you're going to say goodbye to Ling Yuan, right?"
Feng Wutong nodded.
Azure Phoenix Douluo coughed, somewhat embarrassed, and said:
"Lingyuan, come out. Your disciple is about to leave, and it's time for her to know about this."
Feng Wutong was somewhat puzzled. Just then, a beautiful figure appeared beside her, her face full of reluctance, and said:
"Wutong, if you are wronged, you must tell us. We will support you."
Feng Wutong stared wide-eyed in surprise at the suddenly appearing woman, her gaze shifting back and forth between Lingyuan Douluo and Qingluan Douluo, exclaiming in astonishment:
"Master, you..."
Azure Phoenix Douluo stopped Spirit Kite Douluo, who was about to explain, and said:
"I'll do it."
Immediately, he explained:
"Wutong, you guessed it right, Lingyuan and I are together. Because of you, Lingyuan and I are communicating much more frequently."
"At first, we were competing with each other, trying to offer you better conditions and take you as someone's disciple. But as we got to know each other better, we developed feelings for each other, so we naturally got together."
"Master, I'm so happy that you two can be together!"
After a moment of stunned silence, Feng Wutong immediately exclaimed excitedly. She had always been quite nervous because of the relationship between her two masters, but now that they were together, she no longer needed to worry about that.
"I'm very happy to receive your blessing. It's getting late, you should go now, so as not to worry Dai Yao."
Lingyuan Douluo laughed.
Feng Wutong nodded, a hint of reluctance flashing in her beautiful eyes, but it vanished instantly. Her soul power surged, transforming into a long rainbow, and flew towards Elder Ghost's residence.
She needed to pick up Zhu Zhuqing so they could leave together.
Ghost Douluo's Mansion.
Goodbye, teacher.
Zhu Zhuqing bowed respectfully to Ghost Douluo, then turned and left.
Ghost Douluo silently watched Zhu Zhuqing's departing figure, a hint of sadness appearing on his cold face.
A golden figure appeared beside him. Chrysanthemum Douluo watched Zhu Zhuqing leave, clicked his tongue twice, and said in a feminine tone:
"Old ghost, if you're feeling sad, I don't mind leaning on my shoulder."
"Get lost!"
Ghost Douluo rolled his eyes at Chrysanthemum Douluo and said sadly:
"Alas, I have lived a solitary life for half my life, and I never thought that in my old age I would have another concern. I must plead with His Holiness the Pope to spare my disciple."
Chrysanthemum Douluo covered his mouth and chuckled, saying in a feminine tone:
"You don't need to worry about that. Although His Holiness the Pope will not let Dai Yao go, she will not kill all the women around Dai Yao."
Ghost Douluo suddenly looked at Chrysanthemum Douluo and asked:
"Do you know something?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo smiled mysteriously and did not answer.
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Wuhun City.
Two carriages drove out of the city gate, leaving two deep ruts in the snow.
Dai Yao and his group of six left Wuhun City in two carriages.
Through the wooden window, amidst the light snow, Dai Yao gazed at the majestic Martial Soul City, his heart filled with peace and tranquility.
Five or six years ago, I first stepped into Wuhun City, and ever since then, I have been manipulated like a pawn.
His strength grew rapidly, and his mind matured. He went through many adventures and finally killed the Star Luo Emperor, avenging his great grudge and sweeping away the gloom in his heart.
Now, he has established the Azure Lotus Sect and has allies like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, giving him a place on the entire continent.
He was finally free from being manipulated, had the right to choose, and was able to do what he wanted.
Goodbye, Spirit Hall.
A murmur faded into the cold air of Wuhun City...