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The heavy pressure of Golden Crocodile Douluo, like that of an ancient ferocious beast, and the majestic aura of Pope Bibi Dong, which was noble and holy yet carried a hint of cold gloom, almost simultaneously enveloped the entire Douluo Palace.
The convergence of these two forces, representing the highest level of the Spirit Hall, was enough to suffocate any Soul Master below the Title Douluo level instantly. Even ordinary Title Douluos would feel as if a mountain was pressing down on them, causing their minds to tremble.
However, Jiang Zhen, who stood in the center of the hall, and Xue Di and Bing Di beside him, seemed to be gently caressed by the breeze, without even the hem of their clothes swaying.
Faced with this almost provocative and intimidating probing, Jiang Zhen curled his lips into a disdainful smile, not even bothering to speak.
With a slight thought, a terrifying aura, vast as the sea of stars and deep as an abyss, erupted like a sleeping dragon awakening!
At the same time, the Xue Di and Bing Di beside him also released their ultimate majesty as rulers of the far north almost simultaneously!
The pressure from the three peak Douluo was released simultaneously without any reservation!
"Buzz—!"
The entire Douluo Hall seemed to let out a mournful cry of unbearable pressure!
The fierce look in Golden Crocodile Douluo's eyes, which were originally like those of a ferocious beast, was instantly replaced by boundless horror!
He felt as if he were facing the gaze of three ferocious beasts at the same time, their overwhelming power far exceeding his imagination!
He could even clearly feel that his level 98 soul power seemed somewhat... insignificant in the face of these three oppressive forces!
How is this possible?!
For the first time, a dramatic change appeared on Bibi Dong's stunningly beautiful face, and the fingers gripping the scepter turned slightly white from the force.
She felt not only the immense power, but also the oppressive feeling that originated from the level of life and the origin of the laws!
These three people, especially the young man in the lead, gave her a feeling that they were even more dangerous than when she faced Qian Daoliu!
Who exactly are they?! When did such a terrifying force begin to lurk on the mainland?!
Standing behind Bibi Dong, Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo Gui Mei let out a muffled groan, their faces turning deathly pale instantly. They involuntarily took half a step back, their eyes filled with indescribable fear.
Under the terrifying pressure of those three intertwined forces, they felt like a small boat in a storm, about to be crushed at any moment!
Dead silence!
A deathly silence fell over the Douluo Hall!
The Golden Crocodile Douluo and Bibi Dong were already in a state of shock, secretly swallowing hard and forcibly suppressing their surging blood and soul power.
Two peak-level Douluo! And another one who's showing signs of becoming a peerless Douluo...
Moreover, this was a peak Douluo they had never heard of before, whose aura was so strange and powerful!
This force is enough to overturn any existing pattern on the mainland!
Bibi Dong, after all, was the Pope who had ruled the Spirit Hall for many years, and was the first to recover from the shock.
She took a deep breath and forced out a reasonably polite smile, but the previous condescension was gone, replaced by a hint of barely perceptible apprehension and solemnity.
She spoke, her voice still retaining the Pope's authority, but much gentler:
"Your Excellencies... possess extraordinary strength, truly awe-inspiring. Forgive my poor eyesight, but I do not know your titles...? As the Pope of the Spirit Hall, I need to prepare the appropriate coronation ceremony according to your titles."
She tried to figure out where these people came from and what their intentions were.
Jiang Zhen glanced at the Bing Di and Xue Di beside him. The Bing Di crossed her arms, glanced at Bibi Dong with her emerald eyes, and snorted coldly, clearly having no interest in this kind of formalistic coronation.
Xue Di remained indifferent, as if everything around her was irrelevant, and gently shook her head.
Jiang Zhen understood, turned to Bibi Dong, and said in a calm tone, "Forget it, as for the coronation, it's just me. My title is Taiyi. I'll trouble Your Holiness the Pope."
Bibi Dong's eyes twitched slightly. She gave Jiang Zhen a deep look, then glanced at the two women behind him, whose auras were equally unfathomable, yet who clearly did not wish to participate in the coronation.
And Dugu Bo, who looked like a follower.
When did this old man find such a powerful patron?
Her mind raced, and she instantly realized that this group, led by the "Taiyi" Douluo, had an extremely mysterious background and purpose, and now was definitely not the time for a head-on confrontation.
"good."
Bibi Dong suppressed her various guesses and calculations, and her face regained its generous and dignified smile.
"In that case, we shall do as Your Majesty Taiyi says. The coronation ceremony requires some preparation, so please allow Your Majesty Taiyi and all distinguished guests to rest in Martial Soul City for a few days, so that I may fulfill my duty as host. I will send someone to inform Your Majesty at that time."
After saying that, she didn't linger any longer. She nodded slightly to Jiang Zhen, then turned and left the Douluo Palace with the two Douluo, Ju and Gui.
Her silhouette remained elegant, but her steps were a few paces quicker than when she arrived.
Seeing the Pope leave, Golden Crocodile Douluo secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but a layer of fine sweat broke out on his back.
The brief confrontation with the oppressive aura just now made him truly feel the breath of death!
Fortunately, he didn't react impulsively because of the other party's youth and arrogance. Otherwise, facing the wrath of three peak Douluo, even if he managed to escape by chance, the Douluo Hall would probably be demolished!
And that Dugu Bo, I didn't look closely enough and didn't notice him...
If a real fight breaks out, the entire Spirit City might be left with only these old guys...
Then he would truly become a sinner of the Spirit Hall for all eternity!
He forced a somewhat awkward and stiff smile and cupped his hands in greeting to Jiang Zhen: "Well... Your Holiness Taiyi, and everyone else... since His Holiness the Pope has already made arrangements, then I will not disturb your rest any longer. If you need anything, you can have the stewards in the hall inform the Hall of Worship at any time."
After saying this, the Second Elder, who was usually arrogant and imposing, turned around almost hastily and quickly left the Douluo Hall to return to the Hall of Worship to report the news to Qian Daoliu.
He was filled with confusion and shock: When did so many peak Douluo appear on the continent so quietly? And they were all so young!
Forget it, let the Grand Master worry about it...
Watching the two Spirit Hall leaders leave, Jiang Zhen and his companions exchanged smiles.
At this moment, a Soul Saint-level deacon who had been trembling and barely daring to breathe cautiously stepped forward.
He bowed respectfully to Jiang Zhen, his voice trembling uncontrollably: "Your Majesty... Your Excellency Taiyi, distinguished guests, please... please follow me. Guest rooms have been prepared for you."
He led Jiang Zhen and his group through the long corridor inside the Douluo Palace to a separate courtyard specifically for receiving the highest-ranking VIPs.
The courtyard is quiet and elegant, with complete facilities, far superior to any other inn.
Soon, a maid brought over a meticulously prepared dinner. The dishes were exquisite and the ingredients were carefully selected, clearly showing that it had been prepared with care.
That night, Martial Soul City did not fall silent because of the arrival of several uninvited guests; on the contrary, the undercurrents became even more turbulent.
The lights in the Papal Palace and the Sanctuary stayed on almost all night.
Meanwhile, the department in the Spirit Hall responsible for diplomacy and etiquette was working tirelessly through the night.
Exquisite invitations, emblazoned with the Spirit Hall emblem and the Pope's seal, were written and sealed overnight, then dispatched by special messengers to various factions across the continent.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the royal families of the two great empires, the four lower sects, the various kingdoms and duchies, as well as all the top-ranked soul master families and free soul master powerhouses... were all among those invited.
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