Douluo Continent: An Adventure Begins in Wuhun City

"Your Holiness, Yu Xiaogang is at the entrance of the Spirit Hall, looking towards the Holy Maiden."

Qian Xunji was taken aback upon hearing this, then looked at Bibi Dong with a scrutinizing gaze.

Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong shook her head and sighed.

“Teacher, I thought my previous behavior would make him understand, but now it seems I should talk to him again and tell him not to come here again.”

Bibi Dong's explanation made Qian Xunji's tightly furrowed brows slowly relax, and then she smiled lightly.

"Go ahead, it's good to explain clearly. It just so happens that it's almost time for today, so let's end our cultivation here."

Bibi Dong nodded upon hearing this, then slowly rose and walked out of the hall.

After Bibi Dong left, Qian Xunji's smile faded somewhat.

He turned his head, looked expressionlessly at the middle-aged man who had reported back, and spoke calmly.

"If Yu Xiaogang comes again in the future, just drive him away. There's no need to report him anymore. I don't want to hear any news about him, and the Holy Maiden doesn't need to know either."

Upon hearing this, the middle-aged man broke out in a cold sweat and repeatedly spoke respectfully.

"Yes, Your Holiness!"

After saying that, he quickly retreated.

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As Bibi Dong stepped out of the Spirit Hall's gate, she saw Yu Xiaogang and his companion surrounded by Spirit Hall guards.

"Lord Saint!"

Upon seeing Bibi Dong arrive, the guards immediately placed their weapons on the ground, knelt on one knee, and bowed respectfully.

"No need for formalities, you may all leave."

Bibi Dong nodded slightly, then waved her hand and spoke.

"Yes!"

The guards responded respectfully, and then marched into the gate in perfect unison.

In the blink of an eye, the once crowded entrance became completely empty, leaving only Bibi Dong and her two companions.

At this moment, Flander looked at Yu Xiaogang and Bibi Dong staring at each other and suddenly felt a little flustered. He dug his toes into the ground and his face was full of embarrassment.

He initially thought Yu Xiaogang was just bragging, but he never expected Yu Xiaogang to have such great influence and actually know the Holy Maiden. He had really underestimated this friend he had only known for a short time.

"Xiao Gang, you..."

When Bibi Dong saw Yu Xiaogang, she was about to speak, but Yu Xiaogang interrupted her first.

"Dong'er, you've already punished Erlong so severely, wasting most of her hard-earned soul power. Why won't Chen Yao let her go? He not only smashed her shop but also kidnapped her. Is he trying to kill her?"

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 43 House Arrest in Wuhun City

Bibi Dong was stunned for a moment after hearing this, not expecting that Yu Xiaogang had come to see her because of Liu Erlong's matter, but she quickly regained her composure.

Bibi Dong was not surprised that Chen Yao had sent people to vandalize Liu Erlong's shop.

If Chen Yao didn't kill Liu Erlong back then, how could Bibi Dong not guess that Chen Yao was afraid of Liu Erlong's Soul Douluo father?

But he couldn't be killed. Given Chen Yao's vengeful nature, it was entirely expected that he would retaliate against Liu Erlong someday.

Bibi Dong was initially too lazy to care, but upon hearing Yu Xiaogang's last words, her eyes darkened, and she asked a question.

"He sent people to arrest Liu Erlong? When did this happen?"

"It's exactly noon today."

Yu Xiaogang spoke up angrily.

Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong quietly clenched her jade-like hand. This beast! He claimed to be researching whale glue, but he ended up researching Liu Erlong instead!

In Bibi Dong's memory, Chen Yao and his ilk of lecherous villains kidnapping Liu Erlong was clearly not for any good reason.

However, just as Bibi Dong felt an uncontrollable raging fire about to erupt from her heart...

Ahead, a figure staggered toward the gate.

Upon closer inspection, it was indeed Chen Yao.

Upon seeing this, Bibi Dong loosened her clenched fist, raised her eyebrows, pointed at Chen Yao, and then looked at Yu Xiaogang with a questioning look in her eyes.

Yu Xiaogang looked in the direction Bibi Dong was pointing and saw that it was Chen Yao. He was furious and rushed up to Chen Yao, questioning him sharply.

"Where did you take Erlong! What did you do to her!"

"Liu Erlong was reported for illegal business operations, and the Spirit Hall naturally conducted the interrogation as usual. Now that the interrogation is over, she has naturally returned. Are you satisfied with this answer? If you are, please step aside. I have important matters to report to the Holy Maiden!"

Chen Yao had no intention of arguing with Yu Xiaogang. With a hoarse voice, he walked towards Bibi Dong.

"Lord Saint!"

When facing Bibi Dong outside, Chen Yao would definitely be very polite, bowing and clasping his hands in greeting.

But as he bent over, he spoke in a voice that only the two of them could hear.

"Take me to your room, quick!"

Bibi Dong is now a very knowledgeable person, so she can naturally see what kind of state Chen Yao is in. She raised an eyebrow and then looked at Yu Xiaogang and said.

"Chen Yao said Liu Erlong has already gone back. Xiao Gang, do you have any other questions?"

"I···"

Yu Xiaogang was speechless for a moment.

"If there's nothing else, you should hurry back and check on Liu Erlong. I have other things to do, so I won't keep you company any longer."

After saying that, Bibi Dong led Chen Yao towards the Spirit Hall.

Walking along the path inside the Spirit Hall, the two maintained a safe distance as they talked.

Why did you take Liu Erlong away?

Bibi Dong voiced her doubts.

"Whale glue has a thick skin and needs to be roasted over a strong fire before it can be consumed. Liu Erlong's Fire Dragon Martial Soul is just right. I asked her to roast the whale glue for me and I ate it. But for a moment I forgot that whale glue also has the effect of igniting fire!"

Chen Yao cursed weakly at this moment.

"and then?"

Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong raised an eyebrow and asked again.

"Then I came to find you! Hurry up, I'm incredibly strong right now, so just bear with it for a bit!"

When Bibi Dong heard Chen Yao's treasonous words, she felt no anger. Instead, her lips curled up slightly and her eyes curved into a smile.

Clearly, Chen Yao's willingness to endure his situation and return to her rather than touch Liu Erlong, who was nearby, pleased her greatly.

Even their steps became much more cheerful at that moment.

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On the other side, after leaving the Spirit Hall, Yu Xiaogang and his companion rushed to Liu Erlong's shop without stopping. As soon as they arrived, they ran into Liu Erlong, who had just returned from Tianxiang Tower and looked distraught.

Upon seeing this, Yu Xiaogang looked anxious and quickly stepped forward to inquire with concern.

"Erlong, are you alright? Did that bastard do anything to you?"

Looking at Yu Xiaogang's concerned expression, Liu Erlong was lost in thought.

Now that you're in a hurry, why did you insist on following Bibi Dong when I was unwilling in every way?

If we hadn't met up with them, how could the subsequent events have occurred?

Such a thought flashed through Liu Erlong's mind, but he was quickly startled by his own thought.

She now seems to be filled with dark thoughts about everyone and everything. Even though Yu Xiaogang is showing concern for her because he is worried about her, she feels inexplicably disgusted by him!

"I...I'm fine...After I apologized to Deacon Chen, he let me come back..."

But Liu Erlong didn't show it. Instead, he buried his terrible evil thoughts deep in his heart and forced a smile on his face.

Upon hearing this, a look of heartache appeared in Yu Xiaogang's eyes.

Liu Erlong used to be so straightforward and had such clear likes and dislikes, but now she has become so timid and hesitant because of Chen Yao.

It's as if that stubbornly burning flame is about to wither and go out.

However, Yu Xiaogang was powerless to do anything about it.

Because behind Chen Yao stood Bibi Dong, who represented the entire Spirit Hall!

Yu Xiaogang gritted his teeth and clenched his fists.

"Erlong, although we are destined to be apart and cannot be together, you are still my sister, my sister by blood! Although I am not powerful now, when I am strong enough, I will definitely help you kill this bastard who bullied you, I swear!"

Yu Xiaogang made a vow in his heart, but did not show it on his face. Then he said to Liu Erlong.

“Erlong, since Wuhun City can’t tolerate you, then let’s leave this place and not suffer this injustice!”

Although you've lost most of your strength, with the unique nature of my martial spirit and the help of my newly acquainted friend, we can definitely start over in another city!

When Flander saw that Yu Xiaogang had finally mentioned him to Liu Erlong, he was immediately excited, but he remained calm on the surface, coughed lightly, and spoke.

"My name is Flander, a level 42 agility-based Soul Master."

He gave a brief introduction, then kept his eyes glued to Liu Erlong, wanting to see how she would react.

However, Liu Erlong showed no reaction to Flander.

He also shook his head at Yu Xiaogang's suggestion, and then pointed to the Spirit Hall law enforcement team that had been patrolling nearby and whose surveillance was faintly visible.

"When my shop was vandalized for the first time, I already guessed why. I even thought about leaving. Unfortunately, if I hadn't let Deacon Chen vent his anger enough, I probably wouldn't have been able to leave Wuhun City."

Liu Erlong's powerless voice revealed a deep sense of helplessness.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 44 Chen Yao Recognizes Reality