People are writing diaries in Douluo, Bibi Dong is crazy about it

Chapter 222: Being Stared at Made My Hair Stand on End

It took Zhao Ling and Bibi Dong less than half a day to return to the outskirts of Wuhun City via the Cloud Piercing Shuttle. They landed on a secluded path roughly ten kilometers away from the city to avoid drawing attention.

After landing, Zhao Ling stored the Cloud Piercing Shuttle in his spatial storage. Picking up Bibi Dong, he took to the skies and flew toward Spirit City.

Once back in the Spirit Hall, their first stop was to visit Qian Xunji.

Qian Xunji was visibly surprised to see them.

"Dong'er, have you completed your training already? How did you finish so quickly?"

In response, Bibi Dong silently activated her Killing God Domain, earning an approving nod from Qian Xunji.

"Good, very good! Dong'er, you truly are my excellent disciple. I'm proud of you."

Bibi Dong smiled softly and tightened her grip on Zhao Ling's hand, interlaced with her own.

Just then, a strikingly beautiful woman entered, holding a lovely golden-haired child. These were none other than Qian Xunji's current wife, Tuoba Mei, and his daughter, Qian Renxue.

Upon seeing Bibi Dong and Zhao Ling, the little girl stretched out her arms and called to them in a sweet, childlike voice:

"Sister Dong'er, hug me! Brother Ling, hug me too!"

Qian Xunji frowned slightly and glanced at Tuoba Mei, who merely smiled serenely.

"Xue'er insisted on coming to see them once she heard they were back," Tuoba Mei explained gently. "No matter how I tried to dissuade her, she refused to listen. I hope you don't mind."

Qian Xunji nodded but turned his intense gaze toward Zhao Ling. His eyes seemed to issue a silent warning:

"If you dare touch my precious daughter, even if I can't beat you, I'll still fight you!"

Zhao Ling, feeling unnerved by the older man's glare, grumbled internally.

"Old man, are you crazy? When did I ever say I wanted to hold your daughter? It was your daughter calling for me! Why not glare at her instead of me? Try glaring at me again, and I'll make you regret it."

Of course, Zhao Ling was too clever to confront Qian Xunji. Instead, he whistled nonchalantly and shifted his gaze elsewhere, feigning disinterest.

"Just wait," he thought wryly. "Xue'er may be too young now, but when she grows up, you can glare all you want. I won't care."

Meanwhile, Bibi Dong released Zhao Ling's hand and scooped Qian Renxue into her arms. She had once confided to Zhao Ling that she felt Qian Renxue should have been her own daughter. Because of this, she harbored a deep fondness for the child, doting on her like an older sister.

Bibi Dong gently tapped Qian Renxue's nose and asked warmly:

"Xiaoxue'er, it's been over three months. Did you miss your sister?"

"Yes!" Qian Renxue exclaimed, snuggling into Bibi Dong's embrace. "Xue'er missed Sister Dong'er the most! You're so pretty and kind. But I was worried that Brother Ling might steal you away and never let you come back!"

She glanced at Zhao Ling, who was still whistling and avoiding her gaze. Her small face scrunched in irritation.

"What's wrong with him?" she fumed internally. "He promised to wait for me and marry me when I grow up. Now he won't even look at me! Does he dislike my age? Hmph, I didn't even complain about how old he is!"

Unaware of Qian Renxue's inner turmoil, Bibi Dong gently stroked her golden hair.

"Silly girl," she teased. "How could Brother Ling ever be a bad guy? He's the reason I was able to return so quickly. Without him, I might have been away for years."

Qian Renxue knew about the infamous City of Slaughter from her past life. Even Tang San had spent two years there. By that measure, Bibi Dong should have taken at least two or three years. Zhao Ling's involvement had clearly shortened the journey.

Zhao Ling and Bibi Dong spent two days in Spirit City before Zhao Ling left for Seagod Island. He hadn't visited Poseidon in over three months, and it was time to check in.

Upon arriving at Seagod Island, the Cloud Piercing Shuttle landed on an open field. Zhao Ling stored it away and sped toward the Seagod Temple.

The island's residents were no longer surprised by his visits, as his connection with Poseidon was well-known. Even the seven holy pillar guardians treated him with respect.

This deference stemmed from a past encounter where all seven guardians had challenged Zhao Ling together. Despite their combined strength, they were utterly defeated within ten moves. Zhao Ling had scolded them afterward for their complacency.

"You have the Sea God's blessings and ideal training conditions," he had said, "yet you waste your potential while mainland Titled Douluo constantly strive for greater heights. You should be ashamed."

Zhao Ling's reprimands spurred a transformation. The guardians began training diligently, inspired by his words. Even Sea Girl Douluo, the weakest among them, had advanced significantly and surpassed her previous limits.

Because of Zhao Ling's guidance, the guardians now held him in the highest regard. Without him, they might still be stagnating, content with mediocrity.

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