The Strongest All-Round Support in Douluo Continent

The elders seated on both sides whispered among themselves, and the council hall was filled with conversation.

"Please be quiet, everyone. We already have corresponding solutions to the problems we have raised. It's just that we need to refine them gradually. There will naturally be difficulties in the early stages, but our Spirit Hall has developed for so many years and has overcome the most difficult times. So what's one more small reform?"

After nearly three minutes of conversation, Duan Yufan and the other elders suddenly spoke up.

“Oh, Your Highness, tell me about it,” Qian Daoliu said with interest.

"I believe everyone has witnessed the strength of our Spirit Hall. Seven out of ten Spirit Masters on the continent belong to our Spirit Hall, but what we lack is the support of the people."

"Although we send people to various villages on the continent every year to help children awaken their martial souls and have gained a lot, we also have a lot of goodwill towards the Spirit Hall because of the tyranny of the two great empires and the oppression of some forces."

"But it's still too few for the whole continent. After all, the world has no shortage of ordinary people, and these ordinary people are easy to satisfy. They will support whoever treats them well. So this large-scale investigation is necessary and cannot be avoided."

Facing dozens of titled Douluo, Duan Yufan spoke calmly and naturally.

"Your Highness, we already know all this. Now, please tell us your plan," said Golden Crocodile Douluo, the Second Elder of the Hall of Offerings, directly to Duan Yufan.

"Actually, it's quite simple. The people who know the Spirit Hall's various branches best are the local ordinary people. They know exactly what they're like on a daily basis."

"Therefore, there is no need to send a large number of people to investigate the various branch halls. We can learn about the evaluation of the local Spirit Hall in recent years and the situation of various aspects from the local people."

"We only need to set up a special oversight hall for this investigation. At the branch hall level, we will send one Soul Emperor and two Soul Kings; at the sub-hall level, we will send one Soul Saint and two Soul Emperors; at the main hall level, we will send one Soul Douluo, one Soul Saint, and one Soul Emperor; and as for the two imperial cities of the two empires, the Martial Soul Holy Hall will send one Title Douluo and two Soul Saints."

“Directly parachute into the branch halls at all levels, then set a time to release a unified message, and let the locals report back to the monitoring members about the actions of the Spirit Hall members in recent years. As the saying goes, good news doesn't travel far, but bad news travels fast. Wherever someone reports, there must be bad things that Spirit Hall members have done.”

"Hmph, as for the loss that the Grand Elder is worried about from the two great empires or sects, our Spirit Hall can afford it. After all, what we lack least are soul masters. What we lack is the support of ordinary people and commoners. Moreover, if these sects and the two great empires dare to take over, it will be more beneficial than harmful to us. It will make the ordinary people who are already dissatisfied even more dissatisfied."

"Of course, if we hear that any of the inspectors we have dispatched have been found to be protecting criminals, we will deal with them in a unified manner and make an example of them."

"Once we finish this task, we will be close to unifying the continent. At that time, we can rightfully attack those who do not submit to the Spirit Hall, and ordinary people will not have much resistance. Then, the glory of the Angel God will shine on the Douluo Continent."

"Good, I didn't expect you to think so deeply. And this plan is the most perfect way to deal with this investigation. That's right. What we Spirit Hall have in abundance are Spirit Masters. What we lack is the support of ordinary people. After all, the number of ordinary people on the continent is too large. In comparison, Spirit Masters are just a drop in the ocean."

Qian Daoliu was very satisfied with the plan proposed by Duan Yufan, which Duan Yufan had naturally discussed with Bibi Dong in the courtyard beforehand.

"Yes, that's really good. This way, we won't need many people for this operation. The locals know best about the evil deeds of the Spirit Hall in their area, so we don't need to bother with investigations. We can just continue to refine the plan based on any feedback from ordinary civilians." Second Elder Golden Crocodile Douluo chimed in.

"Of course, we cannot rule out the possibility of malicious reports from some forces dissatisfied with the Spirit Hall, and the monitoring members need to carefully verify them," Bibi Dong added again.

"Alright, in that case, I agree to this investigation."

Qian Daoliu has a clear sense of right and wrong. He will support any plan that is beneficial to the Spirit Hall. That's why he made Bibi Dong the Pope and supported her to become the new Pope.

Otherwise, how could Bibi Dong have become the new Pope under Qian Daoliu's nose decades ago? Because Qian Daoliu knew that Bibi Dong could lead the Spirit Hall to a stronger state.

Decades have proven that Qian Daoliu was right; the Spirit Hall is thriving under Bibi Dong's leadership.

Chapter 124 Hu Liena's First Soul Ring Show

Qian Daoliu controls the Hall of Offerings and the Hall of Elders, so most of the Title Douluos listen to his opinions.

Although Bibi Dong has won over many elders of the Elders' Hall since inheriting the papacy in recent decades, for important meetings like this, the implementation of plans still requires a vote from both the Elders' Hall and the Hall of Worship. Therefore, if Qian Daoliu disagrees, the number of opposing votes will be overwhelming, and the discussed plan will not pass.

When Qian Daoliu agreed to the investigation plan discussed by Bibi Dong, and even the Second Elder, Golden Crocodile Douluo, agreed, the elders and elders on Qian Daoliu's side naturally had no objections.

The elders who sided with Bibi Dong had no reason to object, so the investigation plan was passed unanimously.

Bibi Dong was overjoyed. She hadn't expected the meeting to go so smoothly and pleasantly. She had prepared many arguments and even made the worst-case scenario plan, willing to expose her strength at all costs to intimidate those who disagreed.

"Well, since everyone has approved the investigation plan of this meeting, then from now on, the Spirit Hall will establish a new Supervision Department. As for the main person in charge of this Supervision Department, who do you think is more suitable to be the one?"

“Your Holiness, High Priest, I think that you two, one in charge of the Elder Hall and the Hall of Offerings, and the other in charge of all the affairs of the Spirit Hall, are probably willing but unable. So, for the person in charge of the Supervision Department, I think the Second Priest is the best choice. He is strong and experienced. I think no one is more suitable than the Second Priest.”

As soon as Bibi Dong finished speaking, one of the elders began to recommend the Second Elder, Golden Crocodile Douluo.

"Haha, I appreciate Elder Demon Puppet's recommendation. However, I am old and have no desire to deal with troublesome matters. Being able to remain in the Hall of Offerings is my greatest wish."

The Second Elder, Golden Crocodile Douluo, chuckled and deflected the question from the person who had just spoken.

Elder Demon Puppet, a level 93 control-type titled Douluo, appears to be in his fifties, but is actually a little older.

When Elder Demon Puppet and the other elders heard what the Second Elder, Golden Crocodile Douluo, said, they stopped insisting. Golden Crocodile Douluo was probably the oldest here, possibly even older than Qian Daoliu.

The elders immediately began to discuss among themselves, recommending the people they thought were most suitable to Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu.

It's really hard to choose in a short time. Neither Chrysanthemum Douluo nor Ghost Douluo stepped forward to recommend themselves. After all, the two of them are currently in charge of the Punishment Department of the Spirit Hall. Moreover, although they are already level 96 Title Douluos, they have not applied to join the Hall of Worship with Qian Daoliu. They may have gotten used to being by Bibi Dong's side for more than ten years.

Duan Yufan sat quietly, watching the elders recommend each other, while Qian Daoliu glanced at Duan Yufan, seemingly lost in thought.

More than half an hour passed, and still no candidate had been chosen to satisfy the elders.

Seeing that the council hall was still in a state of inconclusive discussion, Qian Daoliu finally broke the silence and said, "Alright, since the elders have been unable to make a decision, I will now state my candidate. What do you think?"

"Please speak, Your Excellency."

“That’s right, High Priest, you tell me, we have no other candidates.”

As soon as Qian Daoliu spoke, the elders who were still discussing stopped and looked expectantly at who Qian Daoliu had chosen.

"As everyone knows, our Spirit Hall has two special positions: the Holy Son and the Holy Daughter of the Spirit Hall."

"However, since the establishment of the Spirit Hall, the Holy Son and Holy Daughter have only been people who are in reserve for the position of Pope. The Holy Son and Holy Daughter have never had any real power."

"Now that we are planning to establish an oversight department, how about entrusting the newly established oversight department to the Holy Son and Holy Daughter to manage at the same time? It can also be regarded as a training before taking over the position of Pope."

Qian Daoliu slowly revealed his choice, while also giving everyone a reasonable explanation.

"Grand Elder, we have no objection to what you said about His Highness the Holy Son. After all, we have witnessed His Highness the Holy Son's strength not long ago. However, we are not clear about the Holy Maiden's specific strength, and the Spirit Hall has not officially conferred the title of Holy Maiden."

Elder Demon Puppet spoke first, revealing many of the elders' innermost thoughts. The Holy Maiden mentioned at the meeting was naturally Hu Liena, not Qian Renxue.

"Nana, now that the High Priest has recommended you, you should show everyone your strength and make your title of Saintess truly deserved." Bibi Dong was also surprised that Qian Daoliu would recommend the Holy Son and the Holy Maiden, but she had to admit that Qian Daoliu's statement made some sense.

"Yes, teacher."

Hu Liena responded to Bibi Dong first, then turned to the elders and continued, "I know that most of the elders do not approve of me being a female member of the Spirit Hall."

“I understand, after all, our Spirit Hall still respects the strong, but I have always shamelessly accepted the title of Holy Maiden, so naturally I am very confident in myself.”

"Hmm, you are quite intelligent and polite. You are neither arrogant nor humble in front of us. As long as your strength can gain my approval, you will be the second Holy Maiden of this year." Qian Daoliu said calmly, looking at Hu Liena's confident face.

"Very well, since that's the case, I'll make a fool of myself in front of all the elders."

Upon hearing Qian Daoliu's words, Hu Liena stopped hiding her identity. A pink fox spirit appeared behind her, revealing her level 64 Soul Emperor status. Following this were a series of spirit rings: yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, and red.

At first, no one was surprised by the first five spirit rings. If a disciple of Pope Bibi Dong couldn't even achieve the best configuration, she would have been kicked out of the council hall by Qian Daoliu and the others long ago.

The appearance of the sixth bright red 100,000-year soul ring caused a stir.

"A 100,000-year soul ring!"

"Sixth spirit ring, red?"

……

Many elders stood up. When I arrived, it was as if my eyes were playing tricks on me; it felt so unreal.

"Xiao Fan and Nana are both my good disciples. They really make their teacher proud." Bibi Dong looked at the elders with different reactions and felt a little satisfied and proud of her two disciples.

"The sixth spirit ring is 100,000 years old." Qian Daoliu was greatly surprised. He naturally knew that Hu Liena and the others had gone to the Star Dou Forest to obtain information about the sixth spirit ring.

I thought it would be a black ten-thousand-year spirit ring, but I never expected it to be a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, no one would have thought that the sixth spirit ring would be a hundred-thousand-year one.

"Alright, alright, I admit I underestimated you a bit. You're not even 20 years old, yet you're a Soul Emperor with level 64 Soul Power, and your sixth Soul Ring is a 100,000-year level. No matter how you obtained it, the fact remains that your sixth Soul Ring is a 100,000-year level. Fine, you're qualified to be the second Holy Maiden of the Spirit Hall. Take it back."

Qian Daoliu repeatedly said "good" three times, generously admitting his contempt, and finally agreed to let Hu Liena become the Holy Maiden of the Spirit Hall.

"Thank you for your recognition, Grand Elder. I have made a fool of myself." After hearing Qian Daoliu's words, Hu Liena put away her martial soul and soul rings.

The elders present were all titled Douluo level, and they were indeed a little surprised at first, but they soon returned to their normal mindset.

Chapter 125 The Investigation Begins

So after Qian Daoliu finished speaking, the elders, having regained their senses, praised and complimented Hu Liena.

"I have no objection!"

I agree.

……

After Hu Liena retrieved her martial soul and soul rings, the elders, following Qian Daoliu's words, also acknowledged Hu Liena's status as a saintess.

"Then it's settled amicably. The Department of Supervision will be officially established today, and the first heads will be the current Holy Son and Holy Daughter. The main head is Holy Son Duan Yu Fan, and the secondary head is Holy Daughter Hu Liena."

"Once the other personnel are assigned, we will immediately begin the investigation plan. We must complete the investigation within two years so that the contestants of the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament two years from now will see a brand-new look of the Spirit Hall and attract more talented contestants to join the Spirit Hall."

Bibi Dong stood up and announced to the elders.

"Well, as for the personnel transfer of the Spirit Hall, you can arrange it as you see fit. If you're going to do it, do it to the best of your ability. Is there anything else? If not, this meeting will conclude successfully." Qian Daoliu also stood up and looked at Bibi Dong, saying.

"Wait, I'd like to say a few more words."

Duan Yufan stood up solemnly, which made Qian Daoliu, who was about to say he would disband the group, curious. "What do you want to say? Speak up."

"Now that everyone has accepted me and the Holy Maiden as the heads of the Inspection Department, and everyone knows the scope of the Inspection Department's responsibilities, then as the main person in charge of the Inspection Department, I will treat everyone equally and do my best for the Spirit Hall."

"Therefore, I will thoroughly investigate the Spirit Hall inside and out. I know that some of the elders here have their own families and direct descendants. Although they have never been involved in any petty theft in Spirit City, if I hear any disgraceful behavior from their direct relatives in other cities, I will punish them according to the severity of their crimes. Don't blame me for being ruthless then."

"Of course, I trust all the elders. I'm just worried that your direct disciples might use their Title Douluo strength to back them up and act arrogantly and domineeringly all over the continent under the banner of the Spirit Hall. Of course, I'm referring to acts of persecuting ordinary people."

Duan Yufan had said so much in advance in front of the elders.

As for investigating Title Douluos, that's impossible. Anyone who reaches the Title Douluo level is exceptionally talented, proud, and determined; they wouldn't stoop to doing such a thing.

"Yes, go ahead and do what you're talking about. We should never tolerate those who damage the reputation of the Spirit Hall."

"Therefore, elders, after you return, inquire whether your direct descendants have done anything out of line, report to the Holy Son in advance, and make amends as soon as possible, before the Holy Son finds out."

Qian Daoliu sided with Duan Yufan and warned the elders in advance.

“Yes, Great Master!” The dozen or so elders responded one by one.

"In that case, everyone disperse," Bibi Dong announced loudly.

They then left the council hall one by one, while Duan Yufan and Bibi Dong returned to the Papal Palace, with Chrysanthemum Ghost Douluo following along.

They reorganized the cities, large and small, across the continent and calculated the specific number of each level of the Spirit Hall's branch halls in order to allocate personnel for their deployment.

The result showed hundreds of cities, with the most being branch temples and quite a few being main temples.