Chapter 294: The Scapegoat Ning Tianwang

"Hum!"

Qin Jian did not go on to probe what kind of meaning was hidden in Bibi Dong's gaze; he was incredibly nervous at this moment.

"Dear father-in-law, scapegoat master, Pagoda-bearing Ning Tianwang, we haven't suffered any injuries, are you still planning to come over with a wave of Healing light?"

Qin Jian's gaze was fixed tightly on Ning Fengzhi's hand, his spirit strained to the limit.

He had basically planned for these things; regardless of whether Ning Fengzhi would act, he had the possibility of joining the Spirit Hall.

But there was a prerequisite to this, which was that Xiao Wu must absolutely not be discovered.

If that happened, he would only be able to take Xiao Wu and fight his way back to the Star Dou Great Forest, and any subsequent plans would be impossible to implement...

"Hum!"

Within expectations yet outside of reason, Ning Tianwang still took action.

Was it perhaps to show off the powerful ability of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda?

Almost the instant his hand moved, Qin Jian actively released his own aura, and the next moment, the petals of the Lovesick Heartbroken Red on Xiao Wu's chest drifted out...

Her face suddenly turned deathly pale, but she suddenly discovered that her aura was wrapped in a warm force, and as soon as it radiated out even a little, it was masked.

"Xiao Wu, with me here, don't be afraid."

Qin Jian turned his head and chuckled.

Xiao Wu was completely stunned.

Although Qin Jian's aura release was only for that brief moment when Xiao Wu hid the petals back, it was precisely this short process that caused five pairs of eyes in front of the Pope Palace to land on him simultaneously.

After a brief moment of surprise, Yue Guan and Gui Mei's expressions suddenly turned ecstatic.

And the Pope, Bibi Dong, had a smile on her lips, her gaze looking at Qin Jian carrying a look of keen interest.

Jian Douluo's expression suddenly turned gloomy.

Poison Douluo, meanwhile, was shocked.

Qin Jian felt the astonishing pressure coming from them, yet his expression did not change in the slightest, remaining firmly blocking in front of Xiao Wu.

He even had the mind to think: "Ning Tianwang has ended up taking the blame after all; in the future, he probably won't have the heart to stop things between me and other girls anymore..."

"Bro... brother..."

Xiao Wu grabbed Qin Jian's hem tightly, her lips trembling as she asked: "Wh... what do we do?"

Although she had tried her best not to let herself appear too unusual, that pale and powerless little face easily made those familiar with her notice something was wrong, especially her roommate Ning Rongrong.

"Xiao Wu, we won, why do you look so scared?" Ning Rongrong asked curiously.

Xiao Wu's body trembled slightly, unable to say a single word.

Qin Jian turned around and pulled her into his embrace, whispering: "Xiao Wu, it's okay, don't worry, I have a way."

"Re... really?" Xiao Wu asked in a low voice.

Seeing Qin Jian nod affirmatively, she felt a little more at ease.

"Jian-gege, what exactly is wrong with Xiao Wu?" Ning Rongrong pressed.

Qin Jian looked up and smiled, saying: "It's nothing, we won the championship, just be happy."

For some reason, at this moment, Ning Rongrong saw the smile on Qin Jian's face and suddenly felt it was very distant, very distant, as if something was about to happen...

At this time, Ning Fengzhi had already helped everyone recover some of their strength and had returned to his seat.

"Many thanks, Sect Master Ning," Bibi Dong said politely.

Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly, very reserved: "Just a small effort, not worth mentioning."

Jian Douluo Chen Xin's lips moved slightly, saying something to Ning Fengzhi.

Ning Fengzhi's expression changed drastically, his gaze immediately falling on Qin Jian, his brows locked tightly together.

Afterwards, he turned his head and glanced at Jian Douluo.

Jian Douluo nodded, a sense of determination already on his face.

Ning Fengzhi nodded in understanding and closed his eyes; when he opened them again a moment later, they were as calm as dead water.

He knew... the storm was coming.

"Qin Jian..."

Tang San suddenly stood behind Qin Jian and whispered: "I don't know why, but the Title Douluo present are all looking at you; be careful."

Xiao Wu's heart, which had just settled a little, jumped back into her throat.

Qin Jian nodded slightly: "Whatever happens later, you all take care to protect yourselves."

Tang San nodded with some worry.

At this moment, the Pope, Bibi Dong, and all the Title Douluo stood up.

She stood at the very front and announced calmly: "The Elite Tournament of the Dalu Advanced Spirit Academy, this year's final champion is Shrek Academy. Congratulations to you, talented young Spirit Masters."

The Shrek Qiren stood in a row, and behind them were Grandmaster, Flender, Liu Erlong, and Poison Douluo Dugu Bo.

At this time, everyone's gaze fell on the brocade tray containing the three soul bones, except for Qin Jian and Xiao Wu, who had no desire for them whatsoever.

At this moment, the Pope, Bibi Dong, displayed the composure that was expected.

She took the brocade tray from the Spirit Hall personnel, her gaze sweeping calmly over the three soul bones.

The Cardinal acting as referee simultaneously announced in a loud voice: "I invite the representatives of Shrek Academy to come forward to receive the championship reward."

The Shrek Qiren looked at each other.

Qin Jian turned his head and pushed Tang San, signaling for him to go up and receive the award.

But Tang San shook his head, looked at Qin Jian and said: "This honor should belong to you. Although I am the Captain, everyone has seen it with their own eyes; all along, you have been the Spirit of our Shrek Team."

"Jian-ge, don't decline, hurry up and go," Ma Hongjun agreed.

"Why would I need this kind of honor..."

Qin Jian muttered to himself, then took a deep breath, stepped forward, and walked step by step toward the Pope, Bibi Dong.

When he truly walked before Bibi Dong, he discovered that the peerless Female Pope before his eyes was stunningly beautiful.

Noble, elegant, serene—all sorts of wonderful words seemed applicable to this woman.

She silently watched Qin Jian as he walked over step by step.

This youth had clearly sensed something, yet he still wore a calm smile at this moment, as if he were completely unaware of what he was about to face.

The two stood facing each other.

Gradually, everyone present suddenly sensed something unusual.

Because Pope Bibi Dong was just looking at Qin Jian like that, without saying a word.

A strange aura seemed to emerge between them, pushing everyone else aside.

Jian Douluo and Ning Fengzhi tensed up instantly, while Ju Douluo and Gui Douluo opposite them looked at them in a flash, an invisible momentum clashing as well.

"What... exactly happened?" Grandmaster asked, somewhat bewildered.

No one could answer his confusion, only Poison Douluo said: "You all better prepare yourselves, I fear something major is about to happen."

The hearts of the Shrek group tightened.

And Pope Bibi Dong finally broke the silence.

She suddenly smiled enchantingly, a beauty that could topple cities: "Qin Jian, are you willing to join the Spirit Hall?"

"Pope?!"

Ju Douluo and Gui Douluo exclaimed in astonishment almost simultaneously.

Meanwhile, Jian Douluo and Ning Fengzhi looked at each other in dismay, not knowing what this Female Pope was thinking.

Knowing full well that Qin Jian is a Humanoid Spirit Beast, shouldn't she be decisively capturing him right now? What is the meaning of recruiting him into the Spirit Hall?

"Jian'er... if the Pope is sincere about wanting you to join the Spirit Hall... and will protect your safety..."

Jian Douluo's voice suddenly entered his ears: "Then you may simply agree; there is no need to worry about Fengzhi's feelings or mine... No matter what, your survival is what matters most."

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