Chapter 70: Chapter 70: Bibidong's Scheme
"I order you to assassinate this person. He has become a serious threat to our Spirit Hall."
Bibidong's words were brief but carried a bone-chilling coldness, her killing intent undisguised.
After speaking, she handed a piece of paper to Huliena with a swift and decisive motion.
Huliena received it with both hands, and as her eyes fell on the paper, an expression of astonishment immediately spread across her face. She blurted out, "Teacher, are you joking? This person is only 6 years old. How could a 6-year-old child possibly pose a threat to our Spirit Hall?"
She couldn't suppress her inner doubts and couldn't help but retort.
It was no wonder Huliena reacted this way, as the information on the paper seemed utterly absurd to anyone who saw it.
The paper clearly stated:
[Name: Gu Feng]
[Age: 6]
[Soul Power: Unknown]
[Martial Soul: Bone Dragon]
This was equivalent to saying that a six-year-old boy could threaten the five permanent members of the United Nations.
What was the Spirit Hall? The most elite force, the true hegemon of the continent.
"Nana, when did you start judging people by their appearance?" Bibidong's willow-like brows furrowed slightly, her tone filled with stern disappointment.
She then let out a long sigh, her expression turning grave, and spoke earnestly, "This child possesses extraordinary talent. If we don't act decisively now, he will undoubtedly become a major threat to our Spirit Hall in the future."
Bibidong's gaze locked onto Huliena, her eyes filled with both trust and expectation. "Nana, you are the person I rely on most in the Spirit Hall, the only one I can fully trust. This mission concerns the life and death of the Spirit Hall. You must not let me down. Can you do it?"
Huliena's face flushed red with shame under her teacher's words, and she quickly lowered her head, her voice tinged with self-reproach. "Teacher, I'm sorry. I was foolish and made a grave mistake, failing to live up to your teachings."
Then, she suddenly raised her head, her eyes filled with determination, and vowed, "Rest assured, as long as I have breath in me, I will definitely kill this person and never give him the chance to threaten the Spirit Hall!"
"Good. I will send Chrysanthemum Douluo to follow you in secret. If any unexpected situations arise during the mission, with Chrysanthemum Douluo by your side, you can retreat safely."
Bibidong spoke with a concerned expression.
Hearing this, a warm feeling surged in Huliena's heart, and she quickly bowed in gratitude, repeatedly thanking her teacher. "Thank you, Teacher."
...
In the blink of an eye, three days passed.
Gu Feng went alone to the Seven Treasure Hotel to visit Shana.
As for why Dugu Yan didn't come along, it was because it was the weekend, and she had returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to visit her grandfather.
Gu Feng arrived at the room door, raised his hand to knock, and called out softly, "Shana, open the door. It's me."
Shana had been longing for this voice day and night and was all too familiar with it.
As soon as she heard the sound, without a second thought, she immediately ran to open the door. Like a young swallow returning to its nest, she threw herself straight into Gu Feng's arms, her voice carrying a hint of grievance. "Young Master, Shana has missed you so much. Why did it take you so long to come? I've been waiting for you every day."
Her delicate little body crashed into Gu Feng's embrace without any hesitation.
"Shana, your Young Master is here now. Sorry to keep you waiting."
Gu Feng's lips curled into a doting smile as he spoke soothingly, while lowering his head to carefully examine Shana.
Shana's complexion was now as rosy as peach blossoms, a stark contrast to her previously pale and sickly appearance.
Even her once frail body seemed to have visibly grown stronger during this period.
The Shana before him now seemed like a completely different person compared to just a few days ago, radiant and full of vitality.
Seeing this, Gu Feng silently thought to himself that the hotel manager must have indeed prepared the nourishing Soul Beast ingredients as he had instructed, which had led to such a remarkable improvement in Shana's health.
"Shana, have you really thought it through? Are you determined to stay by my side and be my maid?" Gu Feng leaned slightly forward, his gaze gentle and sincere as he looked into Shana's eyes and asked softly, "Actually, if you're willing to go to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, you could also become a great asset to me in the future."
Upon hearing this, Shana instinctively revealed her sharp little fangs, gently biting her lip as her small face scrunched up in serious thought. After a while, she spoke with a firm and solemn expression, "Young Master, Shana just wants to share your burdens and help you in any way she can."
"Who taught you that?" Gu Feng was slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
"It was an uncle at the hotel who told me," Shana blinked, recalling the conversation. "He said that Shana was bought by the Young Master, that she belongs to the Young Master in life and in death, and that her purpose in life is to help the Young Master with his troubles."
"He was wrong," Gu Feng gently shook his head, his voice soft.
Hearing this, Shana was filled with confusion. She looked up, her large, watery eyes filled with bewilderment as she stared directly at Gu Feng.
Seeing her expression, Gu Feng reached out and gently patted Shana's small head, speaking in a gentle and soothing tone, "Shana, you are free. You are not anyone's possession. No matter when, as long as you are unwilling, no one in this world can force you to do anything."
He paused, giving Shana enough time to digest his words, then continued, "Come, follow your heart and make your own decision."
"If you wish to continue your studies and improve yourself, I can help you apply to the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy."
"If you feel that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is more suitable for you, I can also send you there and have a Titled Douluo personally guide you."
"However, no matter what you ultimately choose, you will never be bullied by anyone again. You will no longer have to live in fear."
After listening, Shana slowly lowered her head, her small mind lost in deep thought.
The room was extremely quiet, with only the faint sound of their breathing audible.
After a long while.
Shana finally looked up, her eyes brimming with tears that sparkled like crystal pearls under the light, yet a bright smile graced her lips, a sight that was incredibly heartwarming.
"Young Master, Shana just wants to share your burdens and help you. Shana doesn't want to go anywhere; she just wants to stay by your side forever."
Perhaps she didn't realize that by going to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, her future might have been even more brilliant and glorious.
She only knew that as long as she stayed at the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy, she could always be by the young master's side. To her, this was the most important and happiest thing.
Those lost in the fog of confusion often desperately cling to anything they can grasp.
"Alright, since that's the case, you should take this Immortal Herb."
Gu Feng took out the Narcissus Jade Bone from his Soul Guidance Ring and handed it to Shana.
(End of Chapter)