Chapter 13 Taking and Eating
Bibi Dong finally understood why so many emperors in the history of the Heavenly Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire were indistinguishable between loyal and treacherous.
If Bibi Dong hadn't clearly known the dirty and treacherous face beneath Chen Yao's righteous and eloquent facade, she probably would have been deceived by him as well.
Qian Xunji, upon hearing Chen Yao's words, also saw through his true nature—a sycophantic villain.
He spoke with grand pronouncements, but in reality, if asked to take the lead in anything, he would make all sorts of excuses.
It was likely that Chen Yao had simply encountered Dong'er in the city, noticed her recent heartbreak and unsettled state, and thus flattered and fawned over her.
He successfully gained a place in Dong'er's heart during her emotional turmoil and won her favor.
In the past, Qian Xunji would never have allowed such a person to be by Bibi Dong's side.
However, after the Yu Xiaogang incident, Qian Xunji changed his mind.
Chen Yao seemed quite perceptive. If he stayed by Dong'er's side, he could identify others and prevent a repeat of the Yu Xiaogang incident.
Even if he couldn't stop it, Chen Yao could inform him in advance, so that, unlike this time, he, the Pope, wouldn't only find out when Yu Xiaogang and Bibi Dong were practically eloping, leaving him powerless and furious in the empty Papal Palace!
Thinking of this, Qian Xunji's sharp gaze towards Chen Yao softened, and he spoke,
"Since you have the honor of gaining the Holy Maiden's favor, you shall stay by her side from now on."
"Yes! Thank you, Your Holiness! I will certainly follow the Holy Maiden closely and serve her faithfully!"
Chen Yao bowed deeply in gratitude, appearing extremely excited.
Bibi Dong, even though she was a million times unwilling, could only grit her teeth and swallow her anger, forcing a smile as she spoke to Qian Xunji.
"Thank you, teacher..."
"Yes, go down. Rest and recuperate well for now. I will remove the seal from your body after some time."
Qian Xunji waved his hand, clearly indicating that even though Bibi Dong said she had completely severed ties with Yu Xiaogang, he still harbored doubts and needed to observe her for a while before making a decision to remove the seal.
Bibi Dong wasn't surprised by his words. After thanking Qian Xunji again, she led Chen Yao out of the Papal Palace.
Outside the palace, the two walked to a garden.
This garden was like a dazzling jewel adorning the Spirit Hall. Plants rarely seen on the continent were everywhere, vying for attention and pleasing to the eye.
Cleverly arranged fountains and exquisitely trimmed flowerbeds complemented each other, presenting a captivating beauty.
And this was only the tip of the iceberg within the Spirit Hall; the rest of the hall was equally magnificent and beautiful,
a world apart from the outside.
Chen Yao used to come here often, and every time he was here, he felt refreshed and invigorated.
Back then, he was still a disciple of the Ghostly Demons.
However, after being abandoned by the Ghostly Demons, he never had the chance to enter again.
Now, returning to this familiar place after so long, a look of amazement flashed in his eyes at the beautiful scenery that resembled a fairyland.
"I wonder if I will ever be destined to rule this place in this lifetime..."
A terrifying thought suddenly arose in Chen Yao's mind.
But then he shook his head, a self-deprecating smile flashing across his face.
He was now just a lowly Soul Master, struggling to survive, his Soul Power even having plummeted to level 11.
Furthermore, his plan wasn't entirely foolproof, still fraught with risk, and there was no guarantee that nothing unexpected would happen.
The slightest mishap could mean certain death; he was practically walking on thin ice.
Rather than indulging in unrealistic fantasies, he should seize each day, using Bibi Dong's power as his Holy Maiden to indulge in pleasure, enjoying each day to the fullest.
The two strolled through the garden for about half an hour before emerging, arriving at a magnificent, independent building.
This was the residence assigned to the Holy Maiden, Bibi Dong, by the Spirit Hall.
Upon entering and seeing the interior, Chen Yao was once again shocked by the Spirit Hall's inhuman extravagance. Aside from the smaller space, the decorations were comparable to the Pope's Palace.
Especially the enormous bed, which could easily accommodate nine or ten people.
Chen Yao couldn't even imagine how lively and cheerful he would be if he woke up every day embracing two delicate beauties in this bed!
Just how favored was Bibi Dong in the Spirit Hall?
Chen Yao felt a pang of jealousy; they were both human, so why was there such a huge difference?
Meanwhile, Bibi Dong watched Chen Yao enter her room, jumping around, touching and fiddling with everything, muttering about the value of various items in gold soul coins. She
acted as if she owned the room.
Bibi Dong was furious, her lungs practically about to explode. This little house belonged solely to her, a sacred place in her heart. Even her teacher, Pope Qian Xunji, had never entered it. How could she allow Chen Yao to defile it like this? She immediately rebuked him.
"Enough! Chen Yao, since you yourself offered to be my attendant and take care of my daily life, I expect you to behave properly. A servant should act like a servant!"
Chen Yao turned around in surprise, looking at Bibi Dong with an expression as if she were looking at a fool.
"Discipline? Holy Maiden, have you lost your mind? My own daily life is taken care of by others. How could I possibly be qualified to take care of yours?"
Chen Yao wasn't lying. Although he wasn't particularly talented, he had basically lived a life of luxury.
In his earlier years, while still under the tutelage of the Ghostly Demons, he had maids to look after him daily. After being abandoned, he managed the miscellaneous servants on the outskirts of the Spirit Hall.
If he lived inside the Spirit Hall, he naturally had servants to attend to him.
And if he was outside, he usually woke up in brothels like the Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion, where he naturally had beauties to serve him.
When did it become his turn to serve others?
Not even the Holy Maiden.
So Chen Yao scoffed at Bibi Dong's words, then continued,
"Holy Maiden, I'm just using your name to stay in the Spirit Hall. As for you, you'll remain the same as before in the Spirit Hall. Find your own maids; don't expect anything from me.
By the way, since I'm nominally to serve you personally, it wouldn't be reasonable for us to live too far apart. I think that little courtyard across from your house is quite nice; no one lives there. Remember to ask His Holiness the Pope for permission.
Also, your jewelry is quite nice, very pretty. I like it very much; it's a gift."
Chen Yao ate and took things in quick succession, then, ignoring Bibi Dong's stunned expression, he swaggered out of Bibi Dong's room, carrying the glittering jewelry necklace.
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