This intricate, nested truth sent chills down the spines of these undercover agents.
"Even you don't know who the master is?"
Poseidon keenly noticed the change in their expressions, and his heart was filled with even more doubt and uncertainty.
What kind of organization is this?
Is the hierarchy this rigid?
Even seven undercover agents at the level of Title Douluo couldn't get in touch with the core level?
Who exactly is this Qianyu?
How could they have orchestrated such a grand scheme, manipulating the entire continent and even the oceans at will?
Poseidon turned to look at the man in white robes on the screen displaying the list of successful candidates.
The initial disdain and incomprehension have now transformed into deep curiosity and apprehension.
If Miaoyinfang is only a part of Jixia Academy.
So how much power is this academy still hiding?
Just how strong is this Qianyu?
...
Let's go back in time a little.
Haiyue Empire, Empress Palace.
This place is extremely luxurious, with silk curtains and pearl lamps.
In the center of the main hall, Qianyu leaned lazily against a large, soft couch, toying with a crystal-clear jade cup in her hand.
Haiyue, dressed in a flowing, iridescent dress, resembled a bright, clear moon. She knelt obediently beside Qianyu, peeling spirit fruits for him.
Those hands were slender and long, and their movements were extremely gentle. There was no trace of the empress's majesty; she was clearly just a docile little maid.
Qian Renxue sat on the other side, a bright smile on her face, chattering away to Qian Yu.
Da Qiao stood quietly to the side, holding a lantern, her demeanor gentle and graceful.
In this joyful and harmonious atmosphere.
The doors to the main hall were suddenly pushed open forcefully.
A purple-clad figure, radiating anger and arrogance, strode in.
It was Bibi Dong.
Although she was deposed from the papacy, her magnificent purple robe still exuded elegance and nobility, and the scepter in her hand further highlighted her former status.
As soon as Bibi Dong entered the room, her gaze swept over everyone in the hall.
When she saw the man comfortably reclining on the soft couch, enjoying the services of the Queen of the Sea Moon, she was instantly stunned.
"Qianyu?"
Bibi Dong's voice suddenly rose, filled with shock and dissatisfaction.
How did you get here?
Her brows furrowed tightly, and her eyes were filled with disgust.
In this place she saw as full of power and strong people, how could a "good-for-nothing" like Qianyu be worthy of appearing?
Qianyu didn't even bother to lift her eyelids.
He merely took a small sip of the wine in his jade cup, as if he hadn't heard Bibi Dong's voice at all.
This disregard ignited Bibi Dong's anger instantly.
"I'm talking to you!"
Are you deaf?
Bibi Dong strode forward, slamming her scepter heavily on the ground.
"This is the Empress's palace of the Sea Moon Empire. Do you think you can just walk in like that?"
"Get out of here right now!"
In her opinion, Qianyu must have gotten in here to freeload by relying on Qian Renxue's relationship with her.
This man, after leaving the Spirit Hall, can only rely on women to support him.
It's disgusting.
"Oh."
A soft laugh rang out.
Qian Renxue turned her head and looked at Bibi Dong with a half-smile.
"Bibi Dong, where we are is none of your business."
"This isn't the Spirit Hall."
"Oh, no, that's not right."
Qian Renxue pretended to be surprised and covered her mouth.
"It seems that the Spirit Hall is no longer under your control."
"You're no longer the Pope, so why do you still act so arrogantly?"
These words were like a sharp knife, piercing Bibi Dong's heart.
Being deposed from the papacy was the greatest humiliation of her life.
"you!"
Bibi Dong was so angry that she was trembling all over, and her finger pointing at Qian Renxue was shaking.
"I am your mother!"
"How dare you talk to me like that?"
"Have you become so rude from hanging out with this good-for-nothing?"
Qian Renxue curled her lip, her face full of disdain.
"Mother?"
"When you hurt my father time and time again for that Yu Xiaogang, and disregarded the interests of the Spirit Hall time and time again, do you deserve to be a mother?"
"Now you remember it was my mother?"
"It's too late."
Bibi Dong's chest heaved violently, and her face turned ashen.
She took a few deep breaths, forcing herself to calm down.
She didn't want to waste her breath arguing with Qian Renxue, this "rebellious daughter".
Her gaze shifted to Haiyue, who was standing to the side.
In her view, Haiyue, as the empress of a country, would certainly not tolerate such an impudent person as Qianyu running wild in her palace.
"Queen Haiyue."
Bibi Dong adjusted her tone, trying her best to maintain the last bit of dignity she had left.
"This person is a disgraced disciple of my Spirit Hall, and a shameless gigolo."
"His insolence in your palace is nothing short of blasphemy."
"I urge Your Majesty to order these two to be removed, lest they offend your eyes."
Bibi Dong spoke with righteous indignation.
She felt that Haiyue would definitely be on her side.
After all, the strong will only ever be strong.
Who would respect a good-looking but useless person like Qianyu?
Upon hearing this, Haiyue paused slightly in her action of peeling the spirit fruit.
She raised her head, her cool eyes glancing at Bibi Dong.
There was a strange look in his eyes.
"Your Excellency Bibi Dong."
Haiyue's voice was clear and melodious, yet it carried a faint hint of detachment.
"Calm down."
"Guests are welcome; why get so angry?"
"Why don't we sit down, have a cup of tea, and talk it over?"
Bibi Dong was stunned for a moment.
She didn't expect that Haiyue would not only not kick people out, but would also speak up for Qianyu?
"Your Majesty, you have been deceived by him!"
Bibi Dong said somewhat anxiously.
"This Qianyu is only good at sweet talk; she's good for nothing except for her good looks."
"Please don't be fooled by his appearance!"
"If word gets out that the Queen of the Sea Moon actually entertained such a piece of trash, it will be a blow to your reputation."
Bibi Dong insisted on driving Qianyu out.
It was as if she would suffocate if Qianyu stayed there for even a second longer.
Haiyue tilted her head slightly, seemingly seriously considering Bibi Dong's suggestion.
But out of the corner of her eye, she kept a careful eye on Qianyu's expression.
Seeing that Qianyu's expression was normal, and even a hint of a playful smile on his lips, Haiyue knew what was going on.
She didn't speak immediately.
In Bibi Dong's view, this silence was a sign of wavering.
Bibi Dong immediately became smug.
She turned her head and looked down at Qianyu, her eyes filled with the pleasure of revenge.
"Chiyu, did you hear that?"
You are not welcome here.
"Now that I've divorced you, I'll let you know that without my protection, Bibi Dong, you won't be able to get anywhere in this world!"
"Today, I will make you lose face and avenge this arrow wound!"
Bibi Dong felt extremely happy.
Qian Renxue's previous power grab caused her immense humiliation.
Now, she can finally get her revenge on Qianyu.
As long as she could see Qianyu being driven out like a stray dog, she could vent most of her anger.
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