Chapter 22: The Ultimate Temptation

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Early morning. The lingering scent of fragrance.
As the first light of dawn emerged, Nian Yun arrived at the Spirit Hall, following his instructions. Guided by an attendant, he walked slowly toward the back of the main hall. Passing between two tall buildings, a vast stretch of grass appeared before him. In the center of the field stood a breathtakingly beautiful figure.

"Your Majesty, the Pope." Nian Yun approached and bowed respectfully.
Before he could react, a sensation on the back of his hand made him flinch.
Bibi Dong took Nian Yun’s hand and lowered it. "From now on, do not call me Your Majesty, the Pope. From this day forward, I am your teacher."
If the earlier touch had only made him shudder, these words struck like a thunderbolt.
"I finally understand why you refused Elder Chrysanthemum back then; it was because you feared he wasn't strong enough."
"I wouldn't dare. It was truly because I lacked the strength and prestige at the time, so I could not accept," Nian Yun replied, his tone slightly flustered as he hurriedly denied it.
"And now? Do you still wish to refuse?" Bibi Dong stepped to his side, her rosy lips curling into a slight smile, her eyes filled with tenderness.

System: !!
System: "Host has triggered a mandatory choice. If you agree, your control index by Bibi Dong will increase by 10%."
"Obviously. I didn't need you to tell me that."
"To receive guidance from the Pope... from my teacher, is the greatest blessing at any time," Nian Yun replied, trembling.
"Could it be that you have been waiting for me all this time?" Bibi Dong’s fingertips began to trace along Nian Yun’s shoulder.

*Step.*
Nian Yun took a step to the left. "Teacher, you jest. I am but a humble student. To even catch a glimpse of you is already a stroke of fortune; how could I dare to wait for you?"
*Tap.*
Bibi Dong’s fingers slowly lifted Nian Yun’s chin. "I see not a trace of my reflection in your eyes. What, am I so difficult to look at?"
As Bibi Dong’s face drew closer, Nian Yun had to admit that it was a face no one could refuse. Up close, it was beyond exquisite.
In his consciousness, countless green spiders began to swarm in. A stunning, curvaceous figure appeared before his eyes. Nian Yun’s mind was hooked, and he began to walk toward her, step by step.
"Teacher, you are so beautiful." Nian Yun reached out to embrace her slender waist, but stopped halfway.
"Really?" Bibi Dong stroked his face with one hand, her taut features drawing near, while her other hand slowly circled his waist.
Their lips neared, and as her fragrance filled his senses, Nian Yun began to wrap his arms around her, his eyes slowly closing.

*Buzz!*
[Danger! Danger! Host's vital signs are dropping rapidly!]
A powerful electric shock surged into Nian Yun’s brain.
System: "Wake up! You're going to lose your life!!"
Nian Yun snapped awake, only to find himself trapped in a giant web. Two massive Spider Emperors were closing in on him, and his vision began to blur.
"Electro-Shadow Kill!"
Purple electricity exploded from Nian Yun’s chest. He gripped the 'Mistsplitter Reforged' and unfurled his wings of wind, soaring into the air.

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*Zzzzt!*
(Electro) Shadow and (Nian) Yun merged as one. A heavy blade swung down, tearing through the space to reclaim the light.
Opening his eyes again, he saw that face once more. The hands that had been reaching out to embrace her were instantly pulled back, and he pushed firmly against Bibi Dong’s shoulders.
In reality, Nian Yun breathed heavily as he looked at the encroaching Bibi Dong. "Teacher’s beauty is renowned across the continent. As a student, I am equally captivated; how could I ever say anything bad about you?"
Bibi Dong withdrew her fingers with a hint of disappointment. "Very well. It is getting late; let us begin the training."
Seeing Bibi Dong walk away leisurely, Nian Yun felt a lingering fear from what had just transpired.
"System, what was that?"
System: "Cough... The host’s manipulation index by Bibi Dong has reached 40%. The higher the host’s level, the greater the benefit for Bibi Dong’s path to godhood. Plus, with your multi-martial soul nature, she can no longer restrain herself."
"It seems I must be even more careful from now on."
"Come, attack me with all your might," Bibi Dong beckoned.
Seeing that face, Nian Yun could not help but react, and he had to keep averting his gaze.
"First Soul Skill, Jade Shield!"
*Thump—*
"Switching Martial Soul: Mistsplitter Reforged!"
*Step.*
A shadow of lightning streaked across half the field.
He stopped, only to realize that spider silk was already carpeting the ground beneath him.
Bibi Dong approached again.
The 'Mistsplitter Reforged' slashed out, stopping a fist's distance from her neck.
"Your speed is still insufficient, as is your perception."
As she spoke, Bibi Dong pressed her index finger lightly against Nian Yun’s forehead.
*Tap.*
With that single point, Nian Yun’s defenses shattered instantly. Completely unable to parry, he rolled backward.
*Whoosh.*
He finally stopped after sliding dozens of meters. The moment he looked up, Bibi Dong was already standing before him.
As he locked eyes with her beautiful gaze, Nian Yun felt another Bibi Dong appear within his consciousness.
"Wings of Wind, unfurl!"
A pair of wings spread from his back, and he glided backward.
Seeing those wings, the smile on Bibi Dong’s face grew even brighter.
*Swish, swish.*
Dozens of spider webs erupted, rushing toward Nian Yun in mid-air.
He rode the wind, maneuvering through the sky.

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In the constant dodging, the disadvantage of Nian Yun’s soul power eventually manifested, and flaws began to appear in his flight trajectory.
Bibi Dong’s eyes shifted, and a strand of spider silk shot toward the path Nian Yun was about to cross.
"Wind Field!"
Knowing he couldn't dodge, Nian Yun gathered a wind orb in his left hand and detonated it, creating a wind field in his forward trajectory.
*Whoosh.*
Just as the spider silk was about to pierce him, the wind field carried him upward.
Bibi Dong’s expression stiffened, and an aura of immense pressure erupted from her body.
Nian Yun, who was climbing the wind field, was suddenly struck by a heavy force and stalled in mid-air.
Seeing this, a look of delight finally appeared on Bibi Dong’s face. She clenched her fingers, and the surrounding spider silk transformed into a web, instantly wrapping around Nian Yun.
*Bang.*
He hit the ground hard.
Before he could care about the pain in his back, Nian Yun only wanted to break free from the web.
"Those black wings of yours increase your speed quite a bit, but in return, your consumption of soul power is not insignificant."
Bibi Dong approached, and to Nian Yun’s horror, she slowly knelt down. Resting her hands on either side of him, she gradually pressed her body downward.
"Teacher, what are you doing?" Nian Yun turned his head away, not daring to meet her gaze.
Her figure finally landed fully upon him. To his surprise, he felt a damp sensation on his neck.
Sensing that fragrance, Nian Yun immediately channeled all his remaining soul power to resist.
What terrified him even more was that the damp sensation did not fade but intensified.
"System!!"
System: "Deducting five hundred years of the host’s soul beast cultivation, providing assistance..."
Nian Yun could clearly feel his life force being drained, while a trail of moisture slid down his neck.
"Your Majesty!"
Hearing the call, Bibi Dong paused. Nian Yun glanced at her from the corner of his eye; her expression was deeply unsettling.
"Hu Yanzhen, Sect Master of the Elephant Armor Sect, has come to pay his respects."
Bibi Dong took a deep breath and replied with evident annoyance, "Understood. I will be there shortly."
*Swish.*
Bibi Dong stood up gracefully, adjusted her clothes, and walked out.
The web on Nian Yun’s body fell away in an instant.
"You come as well; make an appearance. You may find these people useful in the future."
"Yes."
System: "Obtained recognition from Hu Yanzhen. Progress in the Heaven Dou Empire accelerated by 25%."