Chapter 360: Three-Eyed Golden

Not only was Di Tian wary of Yang Podi, but so was the entire world—especially the Spirit Empire.

At this moment, Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu were sitting together, an unusual occurrence. In front of them were various reports detailing the recent battle involving Heavenly Academy.

This time, Heavenly Academy had revealed almost all of its strength. Even Niu Jinfeng and Ye Lingling, who had never fought before, had taken action, making the Spirit Empire feel an unusual sense of unease.

During this battle, Yang Zhentian had displayed Rank 98 strength. Theoretically, he was already on par with Golden Crocodile Douluo, with only a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring missing to reach that level completely.

At the same time, Yang Wudi, Niu Gao, Dugu Bo, Yang Zhentian, Niu Mang, Niu Jinfeng, Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Ye Lingling—all of them were Titled Douluo, making a total of nine. Among them was even a Healing-type Titled Douluo, not to mention Ning Fengzhi, an unparalleled support-type spirit master.

Once this strength was revealed, even the Spirit Empire found it overwhelming. After all, they had only a little over ten Titled Douluo themselves. Who knew if Heavenly Academy still had other hidden experts?

What was even more shocking was the combat ability of these Heavenly Academy powerhouses. While defeating Tang San might not have meant much, being able to suppress Xiong Jun was significant.

They had fought Xiong Jun before, and he had the combat power of a Rank 99 powerhouse. Back then, it had taken great effort from the Spirit Empire to hold him down.

But the most terrifying of all was Yang Podi.

He had been hiding his true strength all along, yet this time, when he finally revealed it, he had overpowered and severely wounded Di Tian.

Even Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu together might not have been able to accomplish that unless the battle took place within Spirit City.

Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu's Discussion

Bibi Dong's expression was dark.

"Grand Worship, this Tang San's strength is growing beyond our expectations. I never thought he would reach Rank 98 so soon. At this rate, he'll reach Rank 99 before long. When that happens, we may need you to take action personally."

Qian Daoliu nodded.

"So be it. Tang San is, after all, Tang Chen's successor. Back then, I was defeated by Tang Chen myself. Our Spirit Hall and the Clear Sky Clan are bound to have a final showdown."

Both Qian Daoliu and Bibi Dong were strategists. They clearly understood the threat that Tang San posed to the Spirit Empire. The two sides had long been mortal enemies, and the recent battle involving Heavenly Academy had made the Spirit Empire's stance clear—they would never side with Tang San or the soul beasts.

After discussing further, Qian Daoliu suddenly changed the topic.

"Your Majesty, I heard that Heavenly Academy sent Yu Xiaogang to us. He is, after all, Tang San's teacher. How do you plan to deal with him?"

Upon hearing this name, Bibi Dong's heart tightened sharply.

The cup in her hand shattered instantly, and she fell silent for a long time before speaking.

"I plan to imprison Yu Xiaogang for now. Tang San will likely come to rescue him in the future. We'll decide what to do with him later."

Qian Daoliu nodded again.

"Since you've already made a decision, I hope you will always put the Spirit Empire first. After all, this nation was created by your own hands."

He then paused before continuing.

"Xue'er has been back for some time now. Don't you plan to see her? The two of you can't keep interacting this way forever."

Hearing the name Qian Renxue, Bibi Dong froze for a moment.

In the end, she clenched her teeth and said coldly,

"It's best if we don't meet. Some things can't be so easily resolved."

Qian Daoliu sighed deeply, then vanished from the Pope's Hall, leaving Bibi Dong alone in a daze.

No one knew how much time had passed when a voice reported from outside the Pope's Hall.

"Your Majesty, Ghost Douluo has arrived with the soul beast you requested."

A golden light flickered in Bibi Dong's eyes as she spoke.

"Excellent. Well done. Bring the soul beast inside."

Inside the grand Pope's Hall, Bibi Dong sat regally on her throne, surrounded by all the Elders of the Spirit Empire. Even Hu Liena and others were present, a sign of the importance of this matter.

A group of guards carried in a large black iron cage.

Inside the cage was a small soul beast that looked physically weak.

It had the shape of a lion, but its four paws resembled dragon claws, each one stepping on a golden flame.

Its snout was longer than that of ordinary lions, and beneath its fur was a layer of fine golden scales.

Most striking of all was its third golden vertical eye, giving it an extraordinarily mysterious aura.

Ghost Douluo immediately bowed and reported.

"Your Majesty, this soul beast is the Three-Eyed Golden. Though it is only five thousand years old, its strength is already comparable to that of a ten-thousand-year-old soul beast."

Bibi Dong walked up to the iron cage, reaching a hand inside.

Instantly, she felt a mysterious power in the air—one that was so elusive that even she could not fully grasp its nature.

Ghost Douluo continued explaining.

"Your Majesty, although this Three-Eyed Golden is only five thousand years old, it possesses the Ultimate Fire and Ultimate Light attributes. Moreover, it has a rare power."

"I tested it myself—any soul beast near it experiences accelerated healing. Even their growth rate increases significantly. According to ancient records, the Three-Eyed Golden is known as the Emperor Auspicious Beast."

At this moment, Bibi Dong couldn't help but nod.

"Indeed, this Three-Eyed Golden is truly extraordinary. No wonder Yang Podi values it so much. It truly holds an exceptional energy. If I absorb its spirit ring, I wonder if I would gain this power as well?"

Ghost Douluo immediately spoke up.

"Your Majesty, this Three-Eyed Golden Ni is not an ordinary soul beast. Despite being only five thousand years old, it lived in the core region of the Star Dou Forest. Furthermore, a ferocious beast was guarding it. If we were to kill it recklessly, we might provoke an uprising in the Star Dou Forest."

"Moreover, a mere five-thousand-year-old spirit ring does not match your power, Your Majesty. It likely won't be of much use to you."

Although Bibi Dong remained rational upon hearing these words, she could faintly sense an unknown voice whispering within her mind, urging her to absorb the Three-Eyed Golden Ni's spirit ring.

She pondered for a long time before finally speaking slowly.

"Imprison this soul beast for now. Make sure it doesn't die. I will decide what to do with it later."

Even Yang Podi had never expected that the Spirit Empire would actually capture the Three-Eyed Golden. The trap he had casually set now seemed to be unfolding along with the tide of fate.

Meanwhile, in the Star Dou Forest, fury erupted.

The once proud and unruly Scarlet King was now ruthlessly beaten by Di Tian.