Douluo Dalu:Breaking Clan

After the conclusion of their trip to the Rakshasa Secret Realm, Yang Podi, Bibi Dong, and Qian Renxue returned to Spirit City. However, the three of them were in completely different states of mind.

At this moment, Yang Podi finally breathed a sigh of relief. The Rakshasa God was the source of all their problems, and reaching a temporary agreement with him could be considered a minor success. The next step would depend on whether the Sea God and the Asura God could step up. This time, he had essentially used their reputations as leverage to negotiate with the Rakshasa God. Hopefully, those two gods would be reliable enough to suppress the Rakshasa God for the time being.

Since leaving the Rakshasa Secret Realm, Bibi Dong had become extremely silent. In the secret realm, she had almost attacked Qian Renxue. Now that her consciousness had recovered, she was likely the one suffering the most.

As for Qian Renxue, her face was extremely grim. The tension between her and Bibi Dong, which had merely been a conflict before, now seemed destined to escalate into something far more severe, making resolution unlikely. Furthermore, she had acquired an inexplicable memory in the Rakshasa Secret Realm, one she couldn't seem to shake off.

Qian Renxue pointed her Angelic Holy Sword at Yang Podi and declared, "You'd better forget everything that happened in the Rakshasa Secret Realm. Otherwise, the Angel Clan will be at odds with you forever."

Yang Podi quickly feigned ignorance. "What happened in the Rakshasa Secret Realm? I'm not aware of anything happening. All I did was confront and negotiate with the Rakshasa God. I have no idea what you're talking about. Perhaps you could help me recall?"

Qian Renxue's face turned slightly red, and she immediately became furious. "What are you saying? You're such a scoundrel!"

However, seeing Yang Podi's genuinely confused expression and Bibi Dong's equally puzzled face, Qian Renxue suddenly felt a bit awkward.

Bibi Dong seemed perplexed and spoke up, "Xue'er, we were all under the Rakshasa God's illusions in the secret realm. Yang Podi was likely focused entirely on resisting the illusions. He probably didn't have the time to do anything to you. If there's something bothering you, you can tell me, and I'll get justice for you."

Hearing this, Qian Renxue's expression instantly changed. "I don't need your concern! You don't deserve to be my mother!"

With that, Qian Renxue quickly stormed out of the Pope's Palace, leaving Bibi Dong baffled.

After watching Qian Renxue leave, Bibi Dong seemed to regain her usual authority. "Yang Podi, I've already taken you to the Rakshasa Secret Realm. Your goal should be achieved by now. The rest is for you and Xue'er to handle. I won't interfere."

Yang Podi nodded. "Thank you, Your Majesty. I plan to rest for a few days. Once Qian Renxue is ready, we'll head to the next destination."

Suddenly, Bibi Dong asked, "Yang Podi, don't you want to know why I almost attacked Xue'er in the Rakshasa Secret Realm?"

Yang Podi shook his head. "That's a meaningless question. The Rakshasa God is an evil deity who can amplify people's desires to the extreme, leading to loss of control. Your Majesty, as the Rakshasa God's inheritor, you already carry his divine power. Compared to others, you're even more prone to losing control."

"There's another point. What one thinks and what one does are two entirely different things. For example, I once thought of destroying Spirit Hall and eradicating the Clear Sky Clan, but in reality, I chose to cooperate with the Spirit Empire instead. Wouldn't that count as going against my own will?"

Bibi Dong's expression grew serious upon hearing this. "If that's the case, then why are you cooperating with the Spirit Empire? With your current strength, no one can force you to do anything."

After thinking for a moment, Yang Podi replied, "Perhaps it's because of Spirit Hall's relatively equal and prosperous environment. At least I feel Spirit Hall does more for the common people compared to the two great empires. It seems more capable of serving the masses."

With that, Yang Podi took out a copy of the Heart Sutra and handed it to Bibi Dong. "You've experienced the trials of the Slaughter City. After obtaining the Killing God Domain, you had to deal with the challenge of controlling your killing intent. Now, as the Rakshasa God's inheritor, the risk of losing control is even higher. This book might be of some help to you."

After speaking, Yang Podi returned to Chrysanthemum Douluo's residence to rest. When to head to the Slaughter City would depend on Qian Renxue's recovery.

After returning to the Douluo Palace, Qian Renxue immediately sought out Qian Daoliu.

Qian Daoliu looked at her with a doting expression. "Xue'er, how was your trip to the Rakshasa Secret Realm this time? Did you gain anything?"

Tears glimmered in Qian Renxue's eyes as she replied, "Grandfather, did you know? Bibi Dong wanted to kill me! Why would she want to kill me?"

Hearing this, Qian Daoliu looked conflicted. But in the end, he spoke up. "Xue'er, no matter what, she's still your mother. She was just controlled by the Rakshasa God's evil influence. You need to understand her."

"Why? The Rakshasa God can amplify the evil in one's heart, but if she didn't already have such thoughts, he wouldn't have been able to make her act on them."

Qian Daoliu sighed deeply. "It's a tragedy, truly a tragedy. I'll go speak to her. I just hope you won't hate her too much."

Wiping the tears from her eyes, Qian Renxue replied resolutely, "Grandfather, go tell that woman that one day I will surpass her, defeat her, and even kill her. She will pay for everything she's done."

Qian Daoliu quickly interjected, "Xue'er, why must you go to such extremes? Do you really have to become enemies as mother and daughter?"

Qian Renxue's face was filled with determination. "Grandfather, I don't know why you keep defending that woman or why you tolerate her so much. Since you won't tell me the reason, I'll walk my own path."

Qian Daoliu sighed and shook his head, choosing to remain silent.

After a moment of silence, Qian Daoliu suddenly asked, "Did anything else happen in the Rakshasa Secret Realm? Did Yang Podi do anything out of line?"

Qian Renxue thought carefully before recounting Yang Podi's actions in detail, though she omitted the part about her own experiences in the illusion.

After hearing her account, Qian Daoliu nodded approvingly. "That Yang Podi certainly has remarkable abilities. As a mortal, he dared to negotiate with a god and even escaped the Rakshasa God's illusions. It seems I underestimated him."

"Xue'er, you must be cautious when dealing with Yang Podi in the future. He is a deep thinker, meticulous and far-sighted. He may very well become a formidable rival on your path to godhood."

"However, his actions this time were quite impressive. I hadn't expected divine trials to be tampered with. It seems Bibi Dong's current state is likely a result of the divine trial."

Qian Renxue silently nodded, though if one looked closely, they might notice a faint blush on her face.

After leaving Qian Daoliu, Qian Renxue returned to her room to reflect on the events in the Rakshasa Secret Realm.

Thinking about everything that had happened, especially the memory from her time in the illusion, Qian Renxue's face grew even redder.

Still, Qian Renxue was conflicted. Yang Podi adamantly refused to admit that they had been trapped in the same illusion, but once they were out, the two of them seemed to share an unspoken understanding, as though they knew each other inside and out—something far beyond the level of mere acquaintances.

This left Qian Renxue feeling extremely awkward, unsure of how to face Yang Podi.

Just after Qian Renxue left, Qian Daoliu indeed went to see Bibi Dong.

At this moment, Qian Daoliu became extremely solemn. "Bibi Dong, I didn't expect you to have no regard for the mother-daughter bond. You actually wanted to kill Xiao Xue. You're far too ruthless."

Bibi Dong's expression turned cold as water. "I've already explained to Xiao Xue that I was merely under the influence of the Rakshasa God's illusion. Besides, if I truly wanted to act, during the time Xiao Xue and Yang Podi were trapped in the illusion within the Rakshasa Realm, I could have done so quietly and without anyone knowing."

Qian Daoliu stared deeply into Bibi Dong's eyes, seemingly trying to discern her true thoughts. However, Bibi Dong's expression remained calm and composed, her gaze devoid of any emotional fluctuation, showing no trace of an intent to kill Xiao Xue.

After a long silence, Qian Daoliu finally spoke. "I know you hate Jier, hate Jier's child, and despise the Angel Clan even more. But I hope you and Xiao Xue can coexist peacefully. After all, you two are mother and daughter."

Bibi Dong smiled faintly. "Of course, I know how to weigh the pros and cons. Even if I wanted to kill someone, I'd kill you first. Killing a junior holds no meaning."

Qian Daoliu seemed unfazed by her words, as if he had grown accustomed to witnessing Bibi Dong's transformation into who she was today.

Still, Bibi Dong continued, "What do you think about the three plans Yang Podi proposed last time? Xiao Xue and I will do our best to accomplish the first plan. After this journey to the Rakshasa Realm, Xiao Xue and I did gain something. Regarding the third plan, I've already sent Ghost Douluo to the Star Dou Forest. Once we receive the information, we'll act immediately. With the combined strength of the three divine inheritance candidates and several elders, the Titan Giant Ape and the Azure Bull Python won't escape."

"But now, there's still one major issue. Should we execute Yang Podi's second plan? If so, how do we proceed, and when is the best time?"

Qian Daoliu hesitated briefly before speaking. "What exactly do you plan to do? Even though I'm a Peak Douluo, it's impossible for me to go to Heaven Dou City and fight Di Tian head-on. I can only unleash my full power in Spirit City."

Bibi Dong let out a cold laugh. "Of course. Just keep hiding in your shell. What I need from you is to have the six great Worshipps obey my orders and even mobilize the Angel Legion."

"This time, I plan to go all out. First, I'll destroy Star Luo, then eliminate Heaven Dou. I'll ensure that the royal families of both empires are eradicated, while the Clear Sky Clan and Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan are completely wiped out."

Qian Daoliu deliberated for a long time before finally replying, "Fine. I'll ensure that the second Worship and the others follow your orders for this operation. However, I must insist that they suffer no harm. Still, I suggest waiting until Yang Podi and Xiao Xue finish their current tasks. Once Yang Podi completes his mission, I'll negotiate with him to join the operation. With him present, even if we encounter Di Tian, we can retreat safely."

Bibi Dong pondered for a moment before nodding. "Agreed. Besides, gathering everyone will take some time. As you know, many of our top experts are out on missions. Yang Podi's task should only take a month or two. Once he's done, we'll strike immediately."

"Very well. Let's proceed with this plan. I'll instruct Second Worship and the others to wrap up their tasks as soon as possible. When the time comes, we'll go all out in a single decisive strike."

What the world didn't know was that this very conversation between Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu would trigger earth-shattering changes across the entire Douluo Continent.