Don't be fooled by how Shui Yue'er acts like a lovestruck girl around Dan Heng.
Outside, she's one of the top stars of the Douluo Continent, the second most important figure in the Tianshui Girl Group. Even at the grandest event — the "Soul Master Tournament" — they were the ones chosen to perform at the opening ceremony.
So Meng Yiran seeing her here now was shocking, like a top celebrity suddenly showing up at the house of an old acquaintance you haven't seen in years — especially when that person was never all that capable in your eyes.
"Yep yep! I'm Shui Yue'er. But please don't tell anyone else, or it might cause trouble for Mr. Dan Heng," Shui Yue'er said seriously.
As the most devoted little fangirl, she would never do anything Dan Heng wouldn't like.
"..."Meng Yiran's mouth twitched slightly. She glanced at Dan Heng again. It was clear to her that Shui Yue'er admired him.
But… how could the two of them even connect?
Was it just because of Dan Heng's looks?
Okay, fine. Dan Heng was extremely handsome — the most handsome man she'd ever seen, actually. But in the world of soul masters, strength is everything!
Tianshui Girl Group — every one of them a chosen genius, destined to become a powerful soul master.
"I'll take you to my place after work," Dan Heng said.
With Bi Ji and Zi Ji not home, their rooms were available.
Meng Yiran nodded lightly, but inside, her curiosity only grew. There had to be something she didn't know. This visit to Dan Heng's house — she had to get to the bottom of it!
After Work.
Gu Yuena came to pick up Dan Heng. He introduced her to Meng Yiran.
Seeing Meng Yiran again after three years, Gu Yuena smiled slightly. She still remembered the small schemes this granddaughter-grandfather pair once had.
But now that she was about to become a mother, she had long let go of any past grudges.
She simply welcomed Meng Yiran and brought her home.
Meng Yiran followed half a step behind, gazing at Gu Yuena's unparalleled beauty. She instinctively lowered her head, feeling inadequate in comparison.
This couple — they were the perfect combination of beauty and talent.
She also remembered that three years ago, Gu Yuena was a fragile, sickly woman. But now? Radiant with life and vitality.
"So strange…" Meng Yiran had originally wanted to explain to Gu Yuena that she had no ulterior motives toward Dan Heng.
But that thought vanished completely the moment she laid eyes on Gu Yuena.
There was no way she could even hope to come between this couple.
The three returned home peacefully.
At home were only the Zhu sisters, working together to clean the house and prepare food.
As the head of the household, Gu Yuena introduced them and arranged a room for Meng Yiran to stay in.
"Thank you…" Meng Yiran said politely — though her eyes were glued to Zhu Zhuqing.
Three years ago, Zhu Zhuqing was just a 12-year-old girl, barely a Soul Master, following some "scholar" around for training.
Back then, both Meng Yiran and her grandfather looked down on her, convinced she was wasting her talent and would regret it someday.
But now — the aura of soul power from Zhu Zhuqing was completely unreadable!
What Meng Yiran could feel instead was something that made her instinctively afraid.
Which meant: Zhu Zhuqing was now stronger than her.
In the kitchen, helping prepare dinner, Meng Yiran couldn't resist asking:
"Zhuqing, it's been three years. What's your soul power level now?"
Zhu Zhuqing replied briefly, "Soul King."
"Soul… Soul King?!"Meng Yiran almost bit her tongue. Her expression was like she had seen a ghost.
Soul King? If she remembered correctly, Zhu Zhuqing was only fifteen?!
That couldn't be real — even with dark methods, this speed was too outrageous!
Wait a minute…
There was an odd sinister aura about Zhu Zhuqing!
Meng Yiran took a deep breath, swallowing down the sour envy building in her chest.
"Zhuqing, you didn't… use any dangerous, future-damaging method to get stronger, did you? That's not good…"
Zhu Zhuqing shot her a cold look. A flash of red light passed through her eyes.
The influence of the Slaughter City was still affecting her.
Meng Yiran stumbled back several steps, pale, a lingering fear in her eyes.
For a second, she really thought Zhu Zhuqing might kill her.
"I didn't use any crooked methods. You're mistaken." Zhu Zhuqing turned away coldly, not bothering to say more.
She could tell that Meng Yiran was doubting her teacher. Of course she wasn't happy.
And the Slaughter City's lingering effects only amplified her displeasure.
"..." Meng Yiran muttered an apology, but in her heart, she was more convinced than ever:
Zhu Zhuqing must have used some dark, sinister method.
Otherwise, how could she have improved this fast?
The aura she just released — it was unnerving. Not normal at all.
Maybe Dan Heng had used some kind of potential-extraction technique on her. Sure, it worked now — but her future might be ruined.
Yes, that had to be it!
During Dinner.
An unexpected guest suddenly arrived.
"Ahahaha… I could smell the food from Dan Heng's house! Perfect timing, right? I'll just join in! Sister-in-law, you don't mind, right?"
It was Poseidon — the Sea God.
Gu Yuena gave a slight nod. She knew Poseidon had helped with her pregnancy, so she tolerated him.
Of course, she didn't know he had also set traps for Dan Heng.If she did, she would have kicked him out long ago.
"Come eat," she said calmly.
"Sister-in-law, you're the best. Dan Heng never invites me…"Poseidon laughed and plopped himself down next to Dan Heng.
Meng Yiran looked at Poseidon and frowned slightly.
She immediately labeled this loud, overfamiliar guy as unreliable.
With friends like these… no wonder Dan Heng hadn't flourished.
Poseidon didn't care about his image at all. When he noticed Meng Yiran sneaking glances at him, he grinned:
"What's wrong, little lady? Like looking at handsome guys?"
"...N-No!"Meng Yiran quickly focused on her food, not daring to look at this absurd man again.
If she wanted to look at a handsome guy, she'd just look at Dan Heng!
Now she felt even more sorry for Dan Heng.
Here he was in Heaven Dou City, with no real use for his talents — living in a remote alley, teaching his disciples with dark methods, befriending irresponsible fools…
"My grandfather said Mr. Dan Heng is his best friend. I can't just watch him fall like this… I have to find a chance to talk to him."
Meng Yiran sighed internally.
But she never got the chance to speak privately with Dan Heng.
After dinner, Poseidon dragged him away immediately.
While they walked, Poseidon casually spilled the beans.
"The gods already know that those soul beasts got inherited god positions. They definitely won't just let that slide. I think they've struck a deal with a new god. If you don't want to see those beasts die, you'd better keep a close eye on things."
Dan Heng frowned slightly, glancing toward the south.
There was a faint — almost imperceptible — surge of divine power coming from that direction…
At the same time, in the God Realm, many eyes were watching.
Elsewhere — in the Fontain Empire.
Bibi Dong rushed forward at full speed, even skipping most of her own godhood celebration.
After becoming a god, with an infinite lifespan, she finally realized what was truly important.
Pointless people? Emotions? Not worth her time.
The reward from the gods was too tempting — she had to complete the mission. At the same time, she could also investigate the Fontain Empire.
BOOM!
A thunderclap echoed across the sky. A blood-red glow spread over the heavens.
Bibi Dong made no effort to conceal her Rakshasa divine power.
Though she had just ascended and wasn't at peak divine strength, she was now far beyond any Title Douluo.
From below the palace, several streaks of light rose into the air.
They were — Di Tian and the other soul beasts.
As soon as the beasts rose into the sky and faced Bibi Dong, they instantly realized—
She was a newly ascended god!
Bibi Dong let out a cold snort. Her entire body was encased in a set of violet armor that perfectly hugged her figure while offering full protection.
"So this is what's going on. The Fontain Empire… is actually run by a bunch of soul beasts?! What audacity!"
she shouted.
Behind her appeared a massive phantom of the Spider Empress, surging with demonic energy. Eight spear-like spider legs unfolded behind her like flower petals.
Shock Among the Beasts
The soul beasts all froze in alarm.
Under the overwhelming divine pressure from Bibi Dong, they instantly knew—they stood no chance, even if they fought together.
The Myriad Beast King responded coldly:
"So what if soul beasts are in charge? Just look at the people of the Fontain Empire—living in peace and prosperity! Happier than in any other kingdom or empire! Go ask them where they'd rather live!"
And he wasn't wrong.
In the Fontain Empire, there were no nobles or soul master factions exploiting the commoners. Taxation was light, and the ruling class actually shared benefits with the people—thanks to Gu Yuena. She ruthlessly oppressed nobles, officials, and sects, executing anyone who dared exploit the citizens under any pretense.
That made Fontain, despite being the youngest of nations, the happiest for the common people.
But Bibi Dong scoffed dismissively:
"Save your breath. You're just a bunch of brainless beasts—not worthy of my explanation! Since I've come here today…Then you all die!"
Suddenly, ten glowing soul rings lit up around her.
Multiple phantoms appeared around her—each one a powerful clone, and their numbers exactly matched the number of soul beasts present.
"Come!"
With that, Bibi Dong's true body charged straight at Di Tian.
"As if I'd fear you!"
The soul beasts, suppressing their fury, launched their own attacks.
The Battle Explodes
BOOM!!!
A tremendous explosion erupted in the sky, bright and terrifying. Energy storms tore through the clouds as Bibi Dong's divine power collided with the soul beasts.
Her clones, each stronger than a Titled Douluo, completely overpowered the beasts. It wasn't a battle—it was a slaughter. They couldn't even retreat.
Down below, citizens of the Fontain Empire emerged from their homes, watching in horror.
They quickly understood what was happening—and despite knowing their rulers were soul beasts, they prayed for Di Tian and the others.
Some even dropped to their knees, pleading to the divine:
"Oh great god, please don't punish them! These lords are good to us! They've never harmed anyone!"
"Yes! We've never been happier than under the Fontain Empire. There are no nobles or soul masters to bully us…"
"Please don't hurt Lord Di Tian!"
Soon, a wave of voices echoed through the city—pleading, grateful, terrified.
Meanwhile, the nobles and soul master factions who had lost power were secretly rejoicing.
But Bibi Dong heard all of it… and ignored it.
After all, she wasn't here for justice. She was fulfilling a mission assigned by the divine realm.
The Soul Beasts Fall
BANG!
The first to fall was Yaoling (Demon Spirit). Blood sprayed as her body plummeted.
One by one, the other soul beasts also succumbed to Bibi Dong's devastating attacks. Their bodies were torn, bleeding dark purple—poisoned by her divine toxins.
Soon, all of them hit the ground.
Only Di Tian remained barely standing. His face was turning purple; he was clearly at his limit.
Di Tian took a deep breath, glaring at Bibi Dong in the sky. Cold and fearless.
She was too powerful. They would likely all die here.
Reporting back to their master (Dan Heng)? It was possible… but would that just draw more trouble for him?
He looked around at the others—every one of them gravely injured.
"Looks like this is the end for us…"
A Surprise Intervention
"Stop!"
Suddenly, Bi Ji flew out from the palace and landed beside the fallen soul beasts, panic written across her face.
A warm green light emanated from her body, quickly healing the beasts.
They slowly stood again, suppressing the poison and glaring at Bibi Dong with hatred.
But none of them looked relieved to see Bi Ji.
"Why did you come?! We told you not to! Now you're going to die with us…"
Even Di Tian sighed.
If it had been Zi Ji (Purple Ji), that would be fine. But Bi Ji? They hadn't wanted her dragged into this.
Then something unexpected happened.
Bibi Dong floated silently above, and all her clones vanished into thin air.
She looked at Bi Ji with surprise.
"Hmm? Why are you here?"
That stunned everyone—was she… holding back because she recognized Bi Ji?
Bi Ji was equally confused. She only knew of Bibi Dong—who used to be the Pope of the Spirit Hall—but they had never met.
Bibi Dong frowned slightly and fell silent.
Of course she knew Bi Ji.
In fact, she knew everything related to Dan Heng.
The alley where Dan Heng lived—half was bought by Qian Renxue, the other by Bibi Dong herself.
Her mission today was because of a deal in the divine realm… to suppress the soul beasts.
But if they were connected to Dan Heng?
Then nothing else mattered.
Even if she didn't like Bi Ji, she absolutely wouldn't let her die because of her.
"Hmph… Looks like you got lucky. I'll spare your lives."
Bibi Dong huffed coldly—and abandoned the divine mission.
(End of Chapter)