The other worshippers looked at each other in disbelief, their eyes revealing shock.
This feeling is like thinking you're the biggest fish in a pond, only to suddenly discover that there's a real dragon lurking beneath the surface.
But what really sent chills down Qian Daoliu's spine was the last name.
The man who stood at the forefront of all the powerful figures, the man surrounded by two empresses like stars around the moon.
Thousand feathers.
"It's that kid?!"
Qian Daoliu suddenly took a step forward, and the angelic light around him began to fluctuate violently and uncontrollably.
Of course he knows Qianyu.
He is Qian Renxue's father.
He was a man who, in his memory, was good-looking and had a mild personality, but not particularly remarkable.
"How could it be him?"
"Hasn't he always stayed home taking care of the children?"
When did he establish the Jixia Academy?
"How did he manage to subdue so many peerless experts?"
He always thought he was very good at judging people.
But the "son-in-law" right under his nose turned out to be the real peerless dragon!
"It was hidden too well..."
Qian Daoliu let out a long sigh, his eyes filled with extreme complexity.
"Xue'er, that girl, probably already knew, right?"
"No wonder she was so attached to that father."
"So, the real clowns are us self-righteous old guys."
...
In Tiandou City, there is a quiet and elegant manor.
A small academic exchange gathering is being held here.
A group of outstanding students from Tianshui Academy, Chihuo Academy, and Huangdou Team gathered together.
The originally harmonious and joyful atmosphere was completely shattered by the sudden appearance of the golden list in the sky.
Shui Bing'er, Shui Yue'er, Huo Wu, Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling...
These usually proud and beautiful women, each with their own unique charm, were now all gaping wide, staring blankly at the sky, completely losing their composure.
"Jixia Academy... Just who exactly is this place?"
Huo Wu, with her straightforward personality, couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, her beautiful eyes filled with shock.
"Wasn't that Haiyue Empire supposed to be the overlord of overseas?"
"Now he's just a subordinate of this academy?"
Although Shui Bing'er had a calm and composed personality, her icy blue eyes were now filled with turbulent emotions.
As she gazed at the aloof and noble figure of the Moon Queen in the image, an indescribable sense of awe rose within her.
"Not just the Sea Moon Empire."
"Look at that female emperor of the Tang Dynasty, Wu Zetian."
"That domineering aura that can swallow mountains and rivers, even Emperor Xue Ye of the Heaven Dou Empire would probably be like an ant in front of her."
"And then there's Yang Yuhuan from the Miaoyin Pavilion, with her unparalleled beauty..."
The women discussed among themselves, their voices filled with amazement and envy.
As women, they are more able to feel the strength and charm of the strong women in the pictures.
That was the realm they pursued throughout their lives.
"But..."
Ye Lingling, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke, her voice soft yet hitting the nail on the head.
"Such a powerful empress, and so many stunning beauties."
Why would they submit to the same power?
"Or rather, what kind of man could make these proud empresses lower their noble heads?"
The moment those words were spoken, the entire room fell silent.
All eyes were fixed on the figure that remained the last image on the list of successful candidates.
That man, dressed in white, was as beautiful as snow and as alluring as a demon.
Then, that name came to mind.
[Dean of Jixia Academy: Qian Yu!]
"What?! Chiyu?!"
Shui Bing'er's pupils suddenly contracted, and she cried out in surprise.
"It was him?!"
Dugu Yan also gasped, her emerald green eyes filled with disbelief.
"How could it be Qianyu?"
"That...that legendary Spirit Hall..."
The entire venue erupted in cheers.
Those present were all core disciples of various powerful forces, and naturally had heard about some of the top gossip on the continent.
The name Qianyu has been mentioned frequently lately.
However, most of them are accompanied by labels such as "gold digger" or "abandoned ex-husband".
"My God!"
Shuiyue covered her mouth, her eyes wide open.
"It's actually Qian Yu from the Spirit Hall?"
"Didn't he say he was a gigolo?"
"What kind of gigolo could build such a terrifying power? Even the Empress is his subordinate?"
The women looked at each other, each seeing a deep shock in the other's eyes.
This guy is definitely not a gigolo.
This guy is a truly unparalleled master who keeps his abilities hidden!
"This was kept too well hidden..."
Huo Wu couldn't help but click her tongue in amazement.
"With such strength, how could he be content to remain unknown in the Spirit Hall for so many years?"
The conversation inevitably turned to the woman soon.
"Hey, what do you think Bibi Dong's expression would be if she knew how powerful Qian Yu is?"
Someone mentioned it.
The atmosphere at the scene suddenly became a bit strange, filled with a gossipy vibe.
What other expressions are possible?
Dugu Yan sneered, crossed her arms, and spoke with a hint of schadenfreude.
"The news was just brought back by my grandfather a few days ago."
"Bibi Dong has officially divorced Qian Yu, and because of a series of poor decisions she made during her reign, she has been deposed from the papacy."
"Now it is Miss Qian Renxue who has taken over as Pope."
"What?!"
The women were once again stunned by this bombshell news.
"Bibi Dong really got divorced?"
Shui Bing'er shook her head, a hint of regret appearing on her beautiful face—regret for Bibi Dong, of course.
"Has she...lost her mind?"
"She doesn't cherish a man as strong as Qianyu, and she still wants a divorce?"
"If it were me, having a husband who could make even an empress submit would make me laugh in my dreams."
Huo Wu also curled her lip, looking disdainful.
"This is what they call picking up a sesame seed but losing a watermelon."
"No, this is losing the entire country."
"I'm really curious now, is Bibi Dong regretting it to the core?"
"If it were me, I'd probably want to die."
The women chatted amongst themselves, their words revealing not only a lack of respect for Bibi Dong, but also mockery and incomprehension.
In their view, abandoning Qianyu was absolutely the most foolish decision in the world, bar none.
at the same time.
Poseidon Island, thousands of miles away.
Poseidon stood silently on the steps in front of the Temple of Neptune, holding his scepter.
The sea breeze rustled her red robe.
The high priest of the sea god, however, did not appear any calmer than the others.
"Number one on the power ranking... Jixia Academy..."
Looking at the vast scene on the list of successful candidates, especially when she saw the bright moon of the Sea Moon Empire hanging on the sea, the fear in her eyes became extremely intense.
"I originally thought the Sea Moon Empire was the new darling of this ocean."
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