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Bibi Dong's tone was sarcastic.
She thought Tuoba Yan was too naive. He wasn't the Tuoba Yan she knew.
Bibi Dong has never encountered an opponent in her entire life. Even Qian Daoliu is no match for her.
Yesterday, in her battle with Tuoba Yan, Bibi Dong thought he was her match. No matter what methods she used, Tuoba Yan refused to enter her game and refused to be her pawn.
Bibi Dong had never seen such a strange person before.
Now, after listening to Tuoba Yan's words, Tuoba Yan regarded her as an ally, while Bibi Dong felt that Tuoba Yan was not worthy of being her opponent.
Tuoba Yan asked, "You want to know?"
Bibi Dong was stunned. "Why didn't you kill me?"
"Why should I kill you?"
"I am the Pope. I sent assassins to kill you, and I threatened you. Shouldn't you kill me?"
"You want to lure me into a game, to use me as a pawn. Why would I kill you?"
"explain."
"Haha, Bibi Dong, even you have your moments of desperation. Alright, I'll tell you. Let's not even talk about what benefit I would gain from killing you; killing you would bring me absolutely no advantage. A living former pope is far more beneficial to me than a dead one."
Tuoba Yan had a smug smile on his lips.
Bibi Dong suddenly realized, "You didn't kill me yesterday not for her (Qian Renxue), not because you were afraid of Qian Daoliu, and not because you wanted to become my ally. You did it for yourself!"
Tuoba Yan smiled. "So, you and I are kindred spirits. Everyone looks out for themselves. Don't you think so, Bibi Dong?"
Bibi Dong was taken aback.
Having received Tuoba Yan's personal acknowledgment, Bibi Dong felt that Tuoba Yan was qualified to be her opponent again, and a very difficult one at that.
Bibi Dong has been dethroned from the papacy.
In yesterday's battle, Bibi Dong suffered a slight defeat. Although Tuoba Yan was also seriously injured, he was a seventh-ring Soul Saint, a junior who fought her to a draw despite being above his level. The real loser was Bibi Dong.
The Spirit Hall was the predecessor of the Spirit Master Association. In the world of Spirit Masters, whoever has the strongest fist is right.
Tuoba Yan became pope, a move that was widely expected.
Why didn't Tuoba Yan kill Bibi Dong when he could have?
Killing Bibi Dong only resulted in the death of one person.
For Tuoba Yan, it was of no consequence.
People die every moment in this world. What difference does it make to Tuoba Yan whether someone else dies or Bibi Dong dies?
There is no difference.
However, sparing Bibi Dong's life would have been of great significance to Tuoba Yan.
Tuoba Yan's magnanimity in sparing Bibi Dong's life and treating her with kindness was tantamount to raising a "banner," silently conveying a message to others.
"Look, even the former pope, who once tried to assassinate me, scheme against me, and intimidate me, I, Tuoba Yan, was able to show leniency to him and let him enjoy his old age in peace."
"Look how magnanimous I am! My heart is as vast as the sea!"
Tuoba Yan was silently conveying a message to others.
"I, Tuoba Yan, am not only skilled in killing, but also possess a broad mind."
It is conceivable that both those who had conflicts with Tuoba Yan in the past and those who now follow him will be captivated by his personal charm.
Bibi Dong could foresee that tomorrow's papal coronation would proceed smoothly.
"You actually treated me like a pawn!" Bibi Dong was very indignant.
She had always wanted to get involved and make Tuoba Yan her pawn. In the end, Tuoba Yan treated her as a pawn.
Tuoba Yan smiled. "Likewise. Bibi Dong, have you ever heard of the saying that a chess player is also a pawn? You always try to drag me into the game, making me your pawn. In the end, you will suffer the consequences. The best way is to stay out of it and be an observer. That way, you can avoid becoming someone else's pawn!"
Bibi Dong was stunned for a moment.
She could hardly believe that such insightful words came from someone in their early twenties.
Bibi Dong smiled. "Tuoba Yan, I've suddenly realized I kind of like you!"
Tuoba Yan said, "No, I'm not interested in old grass."
Bibi Dong was not angry when Tuoba Yan called her an old grass.
Bibi Dong's smile deepened. "Tuoba Yan, today I finally understand. We're both the same kind of people, selfish and only thinking of ourselves. You've won this round!"
As soon as she finished speaking, ripples spread around Bibi Dong's body.
She lacked the courage to commit suicide and thwart Tuoba Yan's ambitions. Because she still wanted to realize her own dreams.
Even without becoming pope, Bibi Dong had the means and ability to realize her dream.
That night, Chrysanthemum Douluo Yueguan entered Tuoba Yan's room.
Yue Guan was originally a favorite of Bibi Dong. After seeing how kind and generous Tuoba Yan treated Bibi Dong, he chose to abandon his allegiance and serve the Pope Tuoba Yan, who would be crowned ten days later.
Tuoba Yan also used Yueguan as a pawn.
Firstly, Yue Guan isn't actually stupid. He wasn't foolish enough to actually kill Tang San and bring unnecessary trouble upon himself.
Secondly, Yue Guan was a favorite of both Bibi Dong and Qian Xunji, the two popes. Tuoba Yan's choice to accept Yue Guan's allegiance would be beneficial for him to better rule the Spirit Hall.
Not only is it Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan, but also Ghost Douluo Ghost Mei.
Tuoba Yan also accepted the defection of Ghost Mei, who was originally considered his rival.
His actions have been highly praised in the Elders' Hall, and his approval rating has now surpassed that of his predecessor, Pope Bibi Dong.
Yue Guan told Tuoba Yan that Bibi Dong had left the Papal Palace and her whereabouts were unknown.
He also asked Tuoba Yan if he wanted to capture Bibi Dong and bring her back to the Spirit Hall.
Without any hesitation, Tuoba Yan responded to Yue Guan that Bibi Dong was free and could go out as she pleased.
Lor Diarra, the platinum bishop who was loyal to Bibi Dong, had his Soul Hunting Brigade replaced by his own men by Tuoba Yan tonight.
Tuoba Yan wasn't afraid of Bibi Dong leaving Martial Soul City. Once outside Martial Soul City, she would no longer be the Pope of the Martial Soul Hall. She had nowhere else to go but the Tiandou Empire and the Xingluo Empire.
Once Bibi Dong left Martial Soul City, she probably never imagined that her actions would be used against her by Tuoba Yan.
Ten days later, Martial Soul City was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers.
Tuoba Yancan's golden robe fit him perfectly from head to toe, and the dazzling robe shimmered with more than a hundred red, blue and gold gemstones.
The nine-curved purple-gold crown on his head was dazzling, and he held a scepter about two meters long, inlaid with countless gems.
Amidst the watchful eyes of the crowd, she descended the steps of the Papal Palace, receiving the gazes of Soul Masters from all directions, and ascended the steps one by one, eventually entering the Papal Palace and sitting down on the Papal Throne.