"I can't handle the Tang Empire."
"That Sikong Zhen is already ranked twelfth, and his strength is incomparably formidable."
"Now Shangguan Wan'er is ranked eighth, possessing such heaven-defying rule abilities."
"With the current strength of our Spirit Hall, we probably won't gain any advantage if we confront them head-on."
At this point, a glint of light flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes.
"We need to find some help!"
Hu Liena, who was standing below, was stunned for a moment.
"helper?"
Hu Liena looked at her teacher with some surprise.
"Teacher, you have connections?"
In her memory, although the Spirit Hall was powerful, it actually had many enemies on the continent.
Apart from the kingdoms and duchies that are affiliated with the Spirit Hall, where else can they find a strong ally to contend with the Tang Empire?
Looking at his apprentice's puzzled expression.
A mysterious smile appeared on Bibi Dong's face.
She slightly raised her chin, regaining her usual domineering confidence.
"Nana, you underestimate your teacher."
Bibi Dong said calmly, her tone carrying a hint of arrogance.
"Over the years, I have traveled across the continent and made countless friends among the masters."
"Although the Tang Empire was strong, it was not invincible in the world."
She stretched out her slender fingers and gently tapped the armrest.
"For example, Li Bai of Miaoyin Pavilion, whose Qinglian Sword Song is unparalleled in the world."
"For example, Mozi, the city lord of Mo Family City, has reached the pinnacle of mechanical arts."
"And there's Haiyue of Haiyue City, who controls the power of moonlight and is shrouded in mystery."
With each name Bibi Dong uttered, her confidence grew.
"These reclusive experts are all my friends."
"They have great respect for their teacher!"
In truth, Bibi Dong wasn't entirely confident either.
She did meet these people, and she did try to win them over.
Although the other party did not explicitly agree to join the Spirit Hall at the time, they did not turn against him on the spot, but their attitude was somewhat ambiguous.
In Bibi Dong's view, as long as she offered him great benefits and relied on her personal charm, he could succeed.
These people might not be unusable for her purposes.
More importantly, she needed to maintain an image of being omnipotent in front of her apprentices.
really.
Upon hearing these names, Hu Liena's eyes lit up instantly.
Although she didn't know the exact strength of these people, just hearing their names made them seem incredibly powerful.
"Miaoyinfang? Mo Family City?"
Hu Liena clenched her fist excitedly.
"Teacher, you're amazing!"
"These people sound like they belong to one of the top powers on the continent!"
"If these people can lend a helping hand, coupled with the resources of our Spirit Hall..."
"Teacher will surely be able to sweep away all obstacles, truly take control of the Spirit Hall, and unify the entire continent!"
A blush rose on Hu Liena's face, a blush born of boundless anticipation for the future.
"At that time, both the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire will have to submit to you."
"And there's Yu Xiaogang and Tang San."
"They used to ignore us, but now we'll make them look at us with new eyes!"
Hu Liena was already imagining beautiful scenes in her mind.
The teacher reigns supreme, while she, as the Holy Maiden, is second only to the emperor.
They could even live a carefree and wonderful life with their teachers.
Looking at his apprentice's admiring eyes.
Bibi Dong's smile deepened.
She turned her head and looked through the windows of the main hall towards the distant east.
That was the direction of the Tang Empire.
"Qianyu..."
Bibi Dong sneered inwardly.
"Now you should know how big the gap is between us, right?"
"You've had some luck, managing to recruit some powerful individuals."
"But Bibi Dong's connections and resources are beyond your imagination."
Thinking of the scene where Qianyu had taken the initiative to propose a divorce, Bibi Dong's pride was completely ignited.
"Hmph!"
"You actually dare to initiate a divorce from me?"
"One day, I will lead my army to crush your empire."
"When the time comes, I will make you kneel before me and repent."
You'll regret this!
...
The Tang Dynasty.
In a quiet and elegant courtyard.
Here, artificial hills and flowing water, clusters of flowers, every scene has been meticulously crafted, exuding a royal air of nobility.
Qian Renxue, dressed in a golden palace gown, was sitting at a stone table.
Her stunningly beautiful face was now etched with deep shock.
"Shangguan Wan'er..."
Qian Renxue looked at the list on the sky and murmured to herself.
"Her martial spirit is actually ranked eighth on the martial spirit ranking?"
"This is unbelievable."
She had been in the Tang Empire for quite some time and had naturally met Shangguan Wan'er.
In her memory, the woman who was always writing and drawing with a brush, although she had a cool and aloof temperament, had never shown such terrifying strength.
I never expected that the other party had been hiding their true intentions so well.
Sitting opposite Qian Renxue was a girl with a floral umbrella and cute bunny ears.
It was Gongsun Li.
Hearing Qian Renxue's exclamation, Gongsun Li gently twirled the flower umbrella in her hand and pursed her lips.
"What's the big deal?"
Gongsun Li said with a touch of arrogance.
"Sister Wan'er is already very capable."
"However..."
She changed the subject, a hint of smugness on her face.
"She's only one rank higher than me."
"I, Ali, am the young master's personal maid."
In Gongsun Li's view, ranking is not important; what matters is her position in the young master's heart.
She was his personal maid, which meant they were the closest of friends.
Qian Renxue glanced at Gongsun Li speechlessly.
Why does this rabbit have to compare everything?
However, she was not in the mood to argue with Gongsun Li at the moment; her gaze was fixed on the most magnificent hall deep in the courtyard.
That place was the heart of the Tang Dynasty, and also the home of her mysterious father.
"Gongsun Li".
Qian Renxue couldn't help but ask.
"What do you think Father and Wu Zetian were discussing inside?"
"They've been inside for quite a while now, and there hasn't been a sound at all."
She was always filled with curiosity about this suddenly appearing Empress Wu Zetian.
Upon hearing this, a sly glint flashed in Gongsun Li's eyes.
"Children shouldn't pry into adults' affairs."
She held up her index finger and made a shushing gesture in front of her lips.
"You're too young to know."
"The things inside are very 'serious'."
The snow vapors formed on the thousand-foot cliff.
"you!"
"I'm not young anymore!"
She puffed out her already quite large breasts, as if to refute.
But looking at the tightly closed palace doors, he ultimately held back.
...
Inside the main hall.
The incense burner was filled with precious ambergris, the smoke swirling around, exuding an air of extravagance and ambiguity.
There was no serious political discussion as Qian Renxue had imagined.
On the wide dragon throne.
Empress Wu Zetian, who appeared majestic, domineering, and arrogant in front of outsiders.
At this moment, she was nestled unceremoniously in the arms of a young man.
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