Seeing the situation, Xie Yue quickly tried to ease the tension.
"Nana, don't blame Yan. He must have had his reasons. If I were in his position, I wouldn't easily reveal my trump card to others either."
"But we're best friends!"
Hu Liena was still somewhat dissatisfied.
In her view, since they were friends, there should be no secrets between them.
"Alright, but now you know, don't you? If it weren't for Yan, we might not have even escaped from that wolf pack."
After saying this, Xie Yue patted Yan on the shoulder, as if telling him not to take his sister's complaints too seriously.
Yan grinned—he certainly didn't mind.
"The fewer people who know about my external spirit bone, the better. So you two, keep this a secret for me."
"Don't worry, we won't tell anyone. But you won't be able to hide it from the Pope and the two elders."
"Yeah, I know."
After that, the three of them set up a tent, planning to rest for the night and return to Spirit City the next day.
Deep into the Night
Lying in her tent, Hu Liena tossed and turned, unable to sleep as she recalled everything that had happened recently.
She simply couldn't understand why Yan had changed so much.
Not only had his attitude toward her shifted, but his strength had also increased dramatically.
He was still the same Yan, yet he felt like a completely different person.
The Next Day
The three of them left Death Canyon.
A few days later, the familiar walls of Spirit City appeared before them, bringing smiles of relief to their faces.
Walking side by side, they passed through the city gates and entered the lively, vibrant metropolis.
Their destination was the Supreme Pontiff Palace—to report to Bibi Dong.
Step by step, Yan ascended the grand marble staircase leading to the palace, feeling the solemnity and majesty that surrounded him.
The magnificent golden palace stood at the very heart of Spirit City, towering like an insurmountable mountain, symbolizing the authority and power of the Supreme Pontiff.
Just as the three of them stepped into the vast square before the palace, they saw two figures emerging from the grand entrance.
Even from a distance, Yan immediately recognized them—Bibi Dong's trusted aides, Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo Gui Mei.
Yue Guan remained as strikingly flamboyant as ever.
His long, silky hair cascaded naturally over his shoulders, swaying gently with his steps.
His face was as delicate as fine porcelain—smooth and pale, with eyes that shimmered with an eerie brilliance, as if they could see through a person's very soul.
His slender frame exuded innate elegance, and the luxurious robes he wore were embroidered with intricate chrysanthemum patterns, perfectly complementing his refined and graceful demeanor.
In stark contrast, Ghost Douluo was a figure of mystery and shadows.
His facial features were obscured, his form shifting as if he were not entirely bound to this world.
Draped in a long, jet-black robe as deep as the night sky, he seemed to absorb all traces of light, giving off an aura of unfathomable darkness.
The three of them quickly stepped forward and respectfully saluted the two elders.
"Greetings, Elders."
Their voices were synchronized, filled with reverence.
Yue Guan smiled faintly, his eyes soft with warmth.
"You three have returned. The Supreme Pontiff is waiting inside. Go in quickly."
"Understood."
The three of them answered in unison.
As Yan looked up, his eyes met Yue Guan's.
From the elder's gaze, he keenly sensed that Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to already know about his external spirit bone.
Without further delay, the three of them walked toward the entrance of the Supreme Pontiff Palace.
Inside the Supreme Pontiff Palace
The moment they stepped inside, a magnificent golden hall unfolded before their eyes. The ceiling was adorned with dazzling stars, as if the night sky itself had been inverted and placed within the room.
Yet, in stark contrast to the grand spectacle was the vast emptiness and coldness that pervaded the hall.
The lighting was dim, and the tall windows cast mottled shadows upon the floor, adding a mysterious aura to the space.
The smooth marble ground reflected the faint glow, its icy sheen sending a chill down one's spine.
Within the vast and solemn chamber, a noble and breathtakingly beautiful woman sat high upon the Supreme Pontiff's throne.
Her gaze was deep and penetrating, as if she could see through all illusions and directly into the hearts of others.
She was the Supreme Pontiff of the Spirit Hall—Bibi Dong.
"Greetings, Your Holiness."
The three of them bowed in unison.
A gentle smile appeared on Bibi Dong's elegant face, warm and comforting like the first rays of spring sunlight.
"You've returned. Very well. It seems you have completed your mission ahead of schedule."
Her voice was soft yet powerful, carrying an invisible authority.
Xie Yue stepped forward as the group's representative and began detailing their experiences and achievements in Death Canyon.
When he mentioned that Yan had obtained an external spirit bone, a glint flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes. However, she quickly returned to her usual calm, as if she had already anticipated this.
After listening to the report, Bibi Dong nodded in satisfaction.
"You've done well. You have not disappointed my expectations."
As she spoke, her gaze shifted toward Yan.
"Yan, you are quite fortunate to have obtained an external spirit bone. Let me see what it looks like."
As soon as Bibi Dong finished speaking, Xie Yue and Hu Liena tactfully stepped aside, giving Yan enough space to display his Blazing Flame Wings.
Yan took a deep breath, and with a surge of will, a pair of fiery red wings suddenly unfurled from his back, bursting forth like a phoenix rising from the ashes, exuding an overwhelming presence.
Each wing stretched an impressive three meters in length, appearing powerful and formidable, as if they had always been a part of him.
Every feather seemed to be engulfed in flames, radiating a unique and extraordinary strength.
Bibi Dong carefully observed Yan's wings, a hint of admiration flickering in her eyes.
"Hmm… This external spirit bone is quite impressive. You may retract it now."
"Yes, Your Holiness."
With ease, Yan withdrew his wings.
The smooth transition between release and retraction demonstrated his complete control over the spirit bone, making Bibi Dong view him in a new light.
Bibi Dong herself possessed an external spirit bone—wings as well.
However, unlike Yan's, hers consisted of six smaller wings, thin as cicada wings, known as the Six-Winged Purple Light Wings.
Back when she first obtained them, she had spent a great deal of effort adapting to their presence.
Now, seeing Yan's seamless integration with his own wings, she silently speculated that it might be due to his stronger physique, allowing him to adapt more quickly.
"Yan, this external spirit bone will greatly enhance your strength. Make good use of it. But do not let its acquisition make you arrogant or complacent. Remember, it is a double-edged sword—it will also bring trouble your way. Until you have the power to protect yourself, do not recklessly reveal it before others."
"Understood, Your Holiness."
Bibi Dong nodded slightly and said in a gentle tone, "You and Xie Yue may leave. Nana, stay behind."
"Yes, Your Holiness."
With that, Yan and Xie Yue exited the Supreme Pontiff Palace together.
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