No further words were needed.
Bi Bi Dong could simply walk out from the Papal Hall, but others could not just stand there simply, watching with eager eyes.
"Your subordinate pays respects to Your Holiness the Pope!!"
Numerous Red Cardinals and many guests uniformly bowed their heads toward Bi Bi Dong in reverence.
"Greetings to Your Holiness the Pope!"
"…"
All the Palace Knights surrounding the entire plaza uniformly knelt on one knee, raising their long spears and shouting with all their might.
"Long live Your Holiness the Pope! Long live! Long live!!"
Thud—!
With a solemn expression, Bi Bi Dong raised her scepter and then let it fall to the ground.
A single light sound silenced all the shouts.
Bi Bi Dong's clear, cold, and authoritative voice carried no trace of restraint, utterly natural, as if she were meant to stand so high above, proudly declaring, "I presume all of you are already well acquainted with me, so there is no need for lengthy introductions. Next, I shall introduce to you my proud disciple, Ye Tian."
Thud!!
As Bi Bi Dong's words fell,
six bell tolls once again surged forth from within the Papal Hall.
The Soul Power Chrysanthemum Douluo had been holding in his mouth also burst forth freely at this moment.
"Please welcome the new Holy Son of the Spirit Hall…"
"His Highness Ye Tian!!"
As the words fell,
everyone's gaze shifted from Bi Bi Dong to the main entrance of the Spirit Hall behind her, where wisps of white mist drifted dreamily, floating and sinking in the air.
What followed was not the Spirit Hall Saint Child, renowned as the first Innate Full Spirit Power Food-type Soul Master in history. Instead, it was a clear, youthful voice that issued a meaningful chant:
"Forged in form like a crane's grace, beneath a thousand pines, two scrolls of lore; I come to seek the Way, with nothing more to say, clouds in the azure sky, water in the vase"
"…"
Hearing that long-unheard chant,
several black lines suddenly appeared on Bi Bi Dong's smooth forehead, not yet concealed by the purple-gold crown.
Without even looking…
Bi Bi Dong knew,
once Ye Tian began reciting poetry, her moment in the spotlight would be completely stolen.
What a naturally detestable brat!
Bi Bi Dong cursed inwardly, yet her eyes held a hidden excitement.
She anticipated the crowd's reaction.
As the unhurried chanting voice rose,
a youth dressed in a purple-gold and white Taoist Robe finally slowly appeared within everyone's sight. He appeared transcendent and free-spirited, resolute and composed.
Aside from his handsome looks, there was little else to remark upon.
Yet, with just one glance,
Ye Tian caused everyone's eyes to widen in astonishment!
"Whoa—!"
Many people, including numerous Palace Knights, could not help but exclaim in surprise.
Only because, at this very moment, the Ye Tian before their eyes was actually stepping through the void! Yet, strangely, he had not summoned his Martial Soul, nor was he using any Soul Skill.
Ye Tian was simply in the air,
hands clasped behind his back, taking extremely steady steps upon the void, one footprint at a time, before coming to a complete stop. His body seemed enveloped by some kind of energy, drifting toward Bi Bi Dong's side.
Amidst the ethereal mist swirling around him,
red and blue lights revolved around the handsome youth, like two dragons weaving through the clouds, accompanying him on either side!
This made Ye Tian, already appearing noble beyond words, seem even more like a deity descending to the mortal realm.
"How can this be? He can actually fly!"
Instantly, some of the less composed individuals began to exclaim in shock.
"Rumors said he's a Food-type Soul Master, right? How can he possibly fly? And what is that... Is that truly the power of a Soul Master?"
"!!!"
When someone realized where the power contained within the red and blue lights came from, even Soul Douluo-level experts, and even Titled Douluo-level powerhouses, couldn't help but widen their eyes.
The square in front of the Papal Hall instantly erupted into an uproar.
"Domain! My heavens! That's a Talent Domain!"
An unknown Soul Saint from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon family stared at Ye Tian and cried out in astonishment.
Even Mei Bensi, who belonged to the Spirit Hall, couldn't help but exclaim, "The Holy Son has actually awakened a Talent Domain! That's a power only Titled Douluo above level ninety-five have a chance to comprehend!"
"Could it be that he possesses a God-level Soul?"
Among those present, some began to doubt Ye Tian's Martial Soul, but they were immediately refuted.
"No! He awakened his Martial Soul right before everyone's eyes. If it were a domain innate to his Martial Soul, the bishops and elders of the Spirit Hall definitely wouldn't have expressions like they do now."
"..."
Indeed,
Gasps of astonishment rose and fell continuously across the entire square in front of the hall.
It wasn't just members of other factions who were exclaiming in shock; even the elders and Red Cardinals of the Spirit Hall were dumbfounded.
No one had told them that the Holy Son had already awakened a Talent Domain!
But this wasn't the most astonishing part.
A modest smile appeared at the corner of Ye Tian's mouth. He remembered the requirement Bi Bi Dong had mentioned: he needed to make an appearance before the many factions, to let the world know that the younger generation of their Spirit Hall was not inferior to the Star Luo Empire!
Merely revealing his domain was naturally far from sufficient to achieve this goal.
When those daring individuals covered Ye Tian with their spiritual senses, Ye Tian went along with it, revealing a fraction of his cultivation.
Instantly,
Everyone discovered another terrifying fact!
"Soul Venerable!"
"Level thirty-eight Soul Venerable!!"
"The Holy Son has actually already become a Soul Venerable!!"
"Hiss—"
"If I remember correctly, he only awakened his Martial Soul less than three years ago, right?"
"What terrifying talent!!"
"What a frightening cultivation speed! And he's still a Food-type Soul Master?!"
"..."
"Haha... Our Spirit Hall's Holy Son is the number one genius Soul Master in the Soul Master Realm." Xiao Dading, standing below the steps, couldn't help but laugh heartily.
Even Lü Luo, who was familiar with Ye Tian, couldn't help but show deep amazement in her eyes.
It seemed that personally teaching this beginner Holy Son horseback riding and archery had become an immensely fulfilling task!
Bishop Luoluo's doll-like face suddenly flushed with excited crimson.
"..."
Ning Fengzhi watched the Spirit Hall's Holy Son approaching gracefully, his eyes also filled with shock.
Only another Support-type Soul Master could truly understand how utterly terrifying it was for a Food-type Soul Master to achieve such accomplishments in just three short years.
"Fengzhi, this Spirit Hall Holy Son truly keeps his abilities hidden."
Sword Douluo also couldn't help but sigh with great feeling.
Yet in his heart, he felt considerable relief, thankful that Ye Tian was merely a Food-type Soul Master.
Otherwise, with such talent, it probably wouldn't take many years for the Spirit Hall to produce another peerless powerhouse.
The missing Tang Chen could no longer be a concern for Spirit Hall.
On this Pan Continent,
no force would be able to say "no" to Spirit Hall!
"Indeed, and with such literary brilliance~"
Ning Fengzhi's eyes sparkled with admiration. He glanced back at Sword Douluo, and upon seeing such a prodigy within the opposing faction, he instead revealed a smile.
"My premonition seems about to come true."
"..."
Sword Douluo shook his head with amusement.
Indeed!
Ye Tian's appearance had made the content written on that slip of paper seem much more credible.
Listening to the lingering echoes of Ye Tian's recitation,
Sword Douluo had to admit that Ye Tian was truly a cultured man. His poetic recitation had even earned him a measure of newfound respect.
"Brother Ye Tian is truly amazing!"
On the Heaven Dou Empire's side,
Dugu Xin stood behind Xue Xing Qinwang, his heart surging with excitement. He felt even more regretful for Dugu Bo, who had not been present to witness the scene of Brother Ye Tian pressing the Pope against the wall.
Although Xue Xing Qinwang was more of a hindrance than a help,
his stance was unwavering. He immediately began to provoke the Star Luo Empire delegation, looking at their representatives with gleeful schadenfreude. "Tsk tsk... It seems now that the Star Luo Empire's victory in the Soul Master Competition was purely due to luck."
"Damn it!"
The chief representative of the Star Luo Empire, whose expression was already grim, instantly darkened further.
Ye Tian's appearance was undoubtedly a hard slap in the face to their arrogance, trampling their presumptuousness underfoot and grinding it repeatedly.
"I come to ask the Way, with nothing left to say, clouds are in the blue sky, water is in the vase..."
Ye Tian's recitation still lingered in their ears. As the long chant slowly faded, his feet finally touched the ground.
The Red Cardinals and Palace Knights finally reacted, immediately offering their greetings in unison:
"Your subordinates pay respects to the Holy Son!!"
Members of the other forces dared not delay either. Following that tidal wave of voices, they too offered their greetings in unison.
"We greet the Holy Son!"
"Ye Tian, greetings to everyone."
Ye Tian smiled, finally releasing his hands from behind his back. He took out a dust whisk, flicked it before his eyes, and rested it in the crook of his arm. Nodding slightly toward the various forces, he spoke with humility and courtesy:
"In the future, when I am out and about, if I encounter any of you or your juniors in the Soul Master Realm, I hope you will show me some consideration."
"Though it's fine if you don't. I don't hold grudges."
As his words fell,
Ye Tian revealed an extremely bright smile.
"..."
It was as if crows flew over everyone's heads; they were somewhat speechless at Ye Tian's words.
Don't hold grudges? That was sarcasm, right?
This was clearly a blatant threat directed at them!
A trace of solemnity appeared on Ye Tian's smiling face as he bowed slightly toward Bi Bi Dong beside him, offering his greetings.
"Your disciple pays respects to Teacher."
After straightening up,
the red and blue lights, like swimming dragons, returned to Ye Tian's body. Yet the wispy white mist still swirled around him,
making him appear as if an immortal descended to earth.
The corner of Bi Bi Dong's mouth twitched involuntarily.
She had told Ye Tian not to mess things up, but she hadn't asked him to steal her thunder! Wait... Who was it that had earnestly claimed to fear overshadowing the host? So it turned out that he, the Holy Son, was the actual host?
However, even though Bi Bi Dong had plenty of internal complaints,
if one were to ask who was happiest in the entire venue, it was undoubtedly her!
The commotion caused by Ye Tian was all witnessed by Bi Bi Dong.
It was easy to imagine that within a few hours, the entire Soul Master Realm would be shaken three times over by her disciple. The title of the number one genius in the Soul Master Realm would become as thunderous as his reputation.
Whether it was Bi Bi Dong's personal feelings toward Ye Tian or her role as a teacher,
she shared both honor and disgrace with him.
The joy in her heart was naturally no less than Ye Tian's own.
And as for who worked the hardest among everyone present? That would undoubtedly be the little fox, Hu Liena, hiding behind the side door of the Papal Hall.
To help Ye Tian put on a grand show,
Hu Liena had pushed her Mind Power to its limits, nearly exhausting herself completely!
Leaning against the side door of the Papal Hall, her delicate bottom resting on the cold floor, Hu Liena felt her entire body burning hot, drenched in sweat, yet her eyes and brows were filled with delight.
Being able to do what she could for Ye Tian was her simplest form of happiness.
Although it was a pity that she hadn't witnessed it with her own eyes—her big brother Ye Tian's inauguration ceremony—just hearing the various exclamations and cheers from outside was enough to satisfy Hu Liena.
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