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This question instantly pulled everyone's thoughts back to the specific strategic deployment of the forces within Spirit Hall. The three targets each had their own pros and cons, and choosing which one to start with was a crucial decision that would shape the future of the entire continent.
Bibi Dong's eyes flashed with a cold, sharp light upon hearing the question, and she pondered the situation for a long moment. Scenes of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School repeatedly opposing Spirit Hall quickly flashed through her mind like a series of insults she could not forget.
Especially outside Spirit City, Ning Fengzhi had unhesitatingly used the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda to assist Tang Chen. Not only that, but Sword Douluo Chen Xin had even bravely stepped forward to stop Ghost Douluo during that same confrontation. New and old grievances instantly surged in her heart, fueling her desire for retribution. The next second, Bibi Dong suddenly raised her head, her voice cold and decisive as she addressed her subordinates.
"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has repeatedly opposed my Spirit Hall not long ago, and Ning Fengzhi even openly assisted my Hall's enemy! Because of this, we shall make an example of them first! Next, it will be the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's turn!"
As she said this, her gaze subtly swept over Devil Bear Douluo. His face was still grim and full of suppressed anger, and the meaning of her look was self-evident to everyone in the room. Having decided on the first two targets, Bibi Dong's gaze turned to the last and most troublesome one. Her figure swayed slightly, and she instantly appeared by the window like a ghost. Her profound gaze was fixed on the majestic and solemn Hall of Worship in the distance.
Looking in that direction, the killing intent on her face receded slightly. It was replaced by a hint of solemnity and careful deliberation. She spoke in a deep, measured voice.
"As for the Clear Sky Sect, this matter is of great importance. Although Tang Chen has been missing for many years, the current situation within his Sect is still unclear. This matter requires me to discuss it with the High Priest before we make a final decision."
Bibi Dong was very clear about the risks involved. Although the Clear Sky Sect had sealed its mountain gate and hidden away, its foundation still existed. Their strength was not something to be taken lightly, especially the Sect Master Tang Xiao and the many Elders of the Clear Sky Sect.
More importantly, the High Priest Qian Daoliu resided deep within the Hall of Worship. His attitude had always been somewhat ambiguous, and he seemed to have some unspeakable connection with the Clear Sky Sect from the past. She would not easily touch this toughest nail without absolute certainty and clear support from the Hall of Worship.
After announcing these first two decisions, which were enough to shake the entire continent, Bibi Dong gently waved her jade hand. With an undeniable resolve, she issued the final deadline.
"I will give you one month to prepare everything. One month later, the Soul Hunting Operation will officially begin!"
"Yes! We respectfully obey His Supreme Pontiff's command!"
Hearing this, everyone below had no further objections. They bowed in unison to receive the order, their voices filled with killing intent and a grim determination to succeed. Just then, the Ghost Douluo, Gui Mei, stepped forward. His shadowy body rippled slightly as he spoke with a hint of doubt.
"Your Holiness, then what about this third matter?"
Upon hearing Ghost Douluo's question, Bibi Dong's lips immediately curled into a cold and cruel arc. Her smile was full of calculation and murderous intent, and she snorted coldly.
"The third matter? That will require the two of you, Elder Ghost and Elder Chrysanthemum."
Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo Gui Mei, who were called out, couldn't help but exchange glances. They both saw deep confusion and incomprehension in each other's eyes. With the Soul Hunting Operation imminent and every person needed for the main attack, could His Supreme Pontiff really have some other special mission for the two of them? Bibi Dong didn't let them guess for too long and explained her plan directly.
"The matter of those two beasts, the Three-headed Demonic Hound and that black Dragon, who attacked us and even dared to assault me while helping Tang Chen, I have already reported to the High Priest. Now, I need the two of you to secretly infiltrate the Star Dou Great Forest! Your mission is not to hunt them yet, but to investigate the exact whereabouts and the lairs of these two fellows. Remember to conceal your tracks perfectly. As soon as you have any news, report back to me immediately. You must not act on your own and alert the enemy!"
Upon hearing this, the expressions of Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo instantly became incredibly solemn. To infiltrate the core area of the Star Dou Great Forest to investigate the whereabouts of such terrifying beings was a heavy task. They knew how dangerous this mission was. A single slight misstep or a moment of carelessness could lead to their utter annihilation in the heart of the forest.
Bibi Dong looked at their solemn expressions, but her own eyes were gleaming with greed and a fervent light. She licked her red lips with the tip of her tongue, as if she were already savoring her future prey.
"At that time, once I receive definite news, I will personally join forces with those old fellows from the Hall of Worship to act together! We will completely strangle them! My second Spirit just happens to be missing a few spirit rings, and these two beasts, whose cultivation far exceeds a hundred thousand years, would be very suitable for me."
She actually wanted to hunt those two terrifying beings to use as spirit rings for her second Spirit. This third matter, with its immense ambition and high risk, far surpassed the scale of the previous Soul Hunting Operation. If she was successful, to what extent would Bibi Dong's strength skyrocket? It was almost unimaginable. And if it failed, the consequences for Spirit Hall would also be unthinkable.
Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo felt the heavy weight of the mission on their shoulders. However, at the same time, a sense of excitement at being part of such a shocking conspiracy also arose within them. They bowed again and responded in a deep, respectful voice.
"Subordinates, we accept the order!"
Meanwhile, deep within the Star Dou Great Forest, in the Land of Great Danger by the Lake of Life, a different scene was unfolding. Tang Chen's long eyelashes fluttered a few times, and his eyes, which had been closed for an entire month, finally opened completely. With the confusion of someone who had just woken up from a long sleep, he met Xiao Ruier's tearful and ecstatic gaze.
"Tang Chen! You... you're finally awake!"
Xiao Ruier could no longer suppress the excitement in her heart. Like a swallow returning to its nest, she pounced on him and hugged him tightly. Her voice was choked with sobs and an indescribable joy that he was finally back. It was as if she wanted to pour out all the worry and the long days of guardianship she had endured over the past month.
"Uh..."
Tang Chen was almost knocked backward by her sudden enthusiasm. He quickly steadied himself, feeling the soft body in his arms and her undisguised concern. His heart warmed at the sight of her, and he gently patted her back. There was a hint of relief in his voice after escaping such great danger, and he laughed softly.
"Can you not be so emotional? Haha, look at me, aren't I fine now?"
After comforting the excited Xiao Ruier, Tang Chen's gaze began to survey his surroundings with curiosity. He saw the dense, almost solidified life energy in the air, the tranquil and peaceful lake, and felt the faintly terrifying auras emanating from the surroundings. These auras were so strong they made his heart pound with instinctive fear.
"I... where am I?"
He frowned slightly, his eyes filled with confusion. Tang Chen's last memory was of the excruciating pain and the endless darkness after taking Bibi Dong's Eternal Wound head-on during the battle. To figure out where he was, he had a thought and quietly activated his Blue Silver Domain. In an instant, with Tang Chen at the center, invisible ripples from the Domain spread out into the forest.
On the ground, countless blades of Blue Silver Grass seemed to be infused with infinite vitality. They began to grow and spread wildly across the forest floor. Their emerald leaves unfurled, and their senses became Tang Chen's extended eyes. They fed back all the surrounding information to his mind. Forest, lake, and a powerful aura forbidden zone. Through the connection with the Blue Silver Grass, he quickly constructed a mental map of the surrounding environment.
However, just as the Blue Silver Grass continued to spread and explore in all directions, something changed. Suddenly, a part of the Blue Silver Grass's perception extended into an extremely hidden, giant cave. This cave was enveloped by a powerful and strange energy field that tried to push his senses away. Through the images transmitted back by the Blue Silver Grass, Tang Chen's gaze instantly locked onto the center of the cave.
There, a gigantic and crystal-clear silkworm baby, looking like it was made of pure jade, was sprawled out on the ground! Its plump body looked completely harmless and even a bit cute. But what was most striking was its head. Starting from its head and moving down its body at regular intervals, there were brilliant golden ring-shaped patterns. These patterns looked as if they contained the ultimate truths of heaven and earth itself.
However, at this moment, this peculiar giant silkworm baby was in extremely poor condition. Its body was firmly bound by thick chains condensed from pure dark energy. The chains were deeply embedded in its crystal-clear body, imprisoning it in place so it was unable to move. It looked very pitiful and weak.
Just as Tang Chen's mental force scanned the creature through the Blue Silver Grass, the giant silkworm baby, which had originally looked listless, suddenly raised its head. Its round eyes burst forth with a light of extreme surprise. A voice, with a hint of urgency, a touch of flattery, and immense grievance, sounded directly in Tang Chen's mind.
"Wow! Someone actually managed to get in here! This is great! Quickly save big brother! Big brother will repay you, I will definitely repay you well!"