Chapter 205: Farewell, Mother-in-law

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Shrek Academy directly checked into the hotel arranged by the Tian Dou Imperial Family in Wuhun City. Every inch of land in Wuhun City is extremely valuable, and the cost of living is quite high. Over ninety percent of the residents here are soul masters, so money is not an issue for them.

However, since all the teams are representing the Tian Dou Empire in the finals, all expenses will be reimbursed by the Tian Dou Empire.

After settling down at Shrek Academy, Li Luochen directly picked up his son and led Dugu Yan to the Pope's Palace.

On their way, they encountered Qian Renxue, and they decided to travel together. Given this relatively relaxed period, Qian Renxue resumed her true appearance on the way to the Pope's Palace.

Pope's Palace

At this moment, Bibi Dong was teaching Hu Liena.

"Nana, the opponents this time are very strong. The Tian Shui Academy has a spirit fusion technique, and their strength is commendable. Fire Dance from Chi Huo Academy possesses the ring fusion skill, which is quite impressive.

The most important opponent is Shrek Academy. They have one Soul Emperor, one Soul King, and the rest are Soul Masters. This is the biggest obstacle for our Spirit Hall Academy to win the championship.

Nana, Nana, are you even listening to me!"

As Bibi Dong spoke, she realized her disciple was daydreaming, which made her somewhat angry! 

"What? Ah! Teacher, I am listening. No matter how powerful the Shrek team is, I can still win! My brother and I's spirit fusion technique is no joke!"

Hu Liena thought of Li Luochen as soon as she heard about Shrek Academy and hoped to see him soon.

Bibi Dong sighed helplessly; this little fox cub had also been captivated by that rascal. What's so good about that guy? All men are pigs, don't you know?

"Report, Your Holiness! Elder Li Luochen requests an audience!"

A guard entered the Pope's Palace to report.

"Hmm? What is that boy doing here?" Bibi Dong was puzzled but then said, "Let Elder Li come in."

"Yes! I shall take my leave."

After the guard left, not long after, Li Luochen came in holding Li Chengqian, with two beauties behind him—Dugu Yan and Qian Renxue walking side by side.

Hu Liena turned her head and saw Li Luochen; her eyes started sparkling.

Seeing Hu Liena's expression, Bibi Dong felt inexplicably irritated, but when she saw Li Chengqian in Li Luochen's arms, her anger dissipated.

"Well, cough cough, greetings, Your Holiness."

Li Luochen thought he should show some respect to his mother-in-law, but he didn't kneel down, just nodded slightly, completing the greeting. After all, it would be inappropriate for a mother-in-law to make her son-in-law kneel.

"Hmph! Rise."

Bibi Dong said haughtily, then instantly appeared in front of Li Luochen and snatched Li Chengqian away.

"Qian-er, Qian-er, my sweet! Do you miss your grandmother? I've missed you so much. Oh my, Qian-er is getting more handsome; he will definitely be a beautiful man in the future."

"Aha haha hoho yiya~"

The once lofty Pope now transformed into an ordinary woman overflowing with maternal love, or rather grandmotherly love.

Li Luochen and the other two were completely ignored. Li Chengqian, who was usually quiet and well-behaved, laughed happily in Bibi Dong's arms. It truly shows that grandparents dote on their grandchildren.

"So, what brings you here?"

Holding Li Chengqian, Bibi Dong began questioning the three people in front of her.

"You... You spoil my son like this, and ignore your own daughter? You're being unfair!"

Qian Renxue exploded with anger, breaking down for some reason. Li Luochen and Dugu Yan "symbolically" held her back.

Qian Renxue indeed broke down. When she was young, she just wanted a hug from Bibi Dong, but instead, she was either beaten or scolded, with looks that seemed to wish her dead.

Now her son could easily receive her mother's affection, making Qian Renxue, who already yearned for maternal love, break down completely.

"What's wrong? Not satisfied? Your mission is complete; do you have anything else? If not, tonight Qian-er will sleep in my room. Don't you need to pretend to be Xue Qinghe? Hurry up and go!"

Bibi Dong's words were truly "biting and sarcastic." Upon hearing them, Qian Renxue was almost bursting with anger. If not for Li Luochen and Dugu Yan holding her back, she might have fought Bibi Dong.

"Ahhhh! Bibi Dong, what did you say! Who is useless!"

Qian Renxue exploded again.

Just as Qian Renxue called out Bibi Dong's real name, Bibi Dong teleported back and forcefully pinched Qian Renxue's face.

"Who are you calling! Disrespectful and ill-mannered! Just whose traits did you inherit to be so rude!"

After saying this, Bibi Dong saw Qian Renxue staring straight at her. She suddenly realized it must be her traits Qian Renxue inherited. She released her grip on Qian Renxue's face, lightly slapped her own mouth, and then left.

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan witnessed this spectacle, and Hu Liena also got a taste of the drama. After learning her teacher had a daughter older than herself, she could only accept it.

However, the most important thing was that Li Luochen had arrived. Most of Hu Liena's attention was on Li Luochen, and the sharp-eyed Dugu Yan noticed. She suddenly twisted the soft flesh on Li Luochen's waist.

Sis!

Li Luochen winced in pain, looked at Dugu Yan with confusion, unsure of what he had done wrong.

Dugu Yan gave Li Luochen a look indicating a direction. Following her gaze, Li Luochen saw Hu Liena looking at him affectionately.

'Sis, no wonder. Has this little fox been bewitched by me? As expected from the second most love-struck beauty of the Spirit Hall. We haven't met many times, so why is it like this?

I can't really understand the mindset of someone so love-struck. Why think so much? At least Hu Liena won't betray the interests of the Spirit Hall because of her feelings for Tang San, which is good.'

However, Li Luochen still had serious matters to attend to. After all, there was an enraged Qian Renxue who needed comforting. Hmm, tonight he would have to expend a bit of energy to calm Qian Renxue down.

Li Luochen managed to soothe Qian Renxue and carried her back to the room in a princess hold. During this time, he hadn't been intimate with Qian Renxue due to focusing on taking care of their child. Therefore, Dugu Yan bore everything during this period.

Dugu Yan not only endured her share but also Qian Renxue's, leaving her having to walk out leaning against walls every day, her legs weak.

Now that it was finally Qian Renxue's turn, Dugu Yan felt a bit relieved. Although it was very intense, it was tiring, wearing out her waist.

Hu Liena didn't understand why Li Luochen carried Qian Renxue away, and Dugu Yan also left. With no one left in the Pope's Palace, she decided to return and rest.

But as she approached her doorstep, she felt something was missing. So she decided to ask Li Luochen out on a date, even if Qian Renxue and Dugu Yan were also present.

Hu Liena strode directly toward where Li Luochen was staying. Just as she reached his door, she heard some faint sounds coming from inside but couldn't make them out clearly.

After all, the soundproofing in the Elders' Hall was excellent; it was just that Li Luochen's room door wasn't properly closed. A high heel was stuck there.

Curiosity piqued, Hu Liena opened a small gap in Li Luochen's door and then witnessed an intense battle.

A man wielding a spear attacked a female war goddess with six wings. The female war goddess was powerless from the start, begging for mercy as she was beaten mercilessly.

Meanwhile, a dragon maiden cheered them on, helping the spear-wielding man fight the six-winged female warrior.

Seeing such an intense battle, Hu Liena's face flushed red, but she didn't intend to leave. She continued watching, her hand unconsciously sliding down… 

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