"Brock, I..." Bi Bidong's expression was dazed as she stared at the ground, finally understanding why Yu Xiaogang was so agitated at this moment.
Probably anyone who saw this scene would let their imagination run wild.
But this was really a coincidence!
Bi Bidong felt indescribably helpless; she was exhausted, and Yu Xiaogang's distrust made her somewhat sad.
"Heh, I was right, wasn't I? You and Xu Ran..." Yu Xiaogang looked at Bi Bidong, who seemed to have been rendered speechless, and couldn't help but sneer. At this moment, he had completely forgotten all his plans; being shown up by Xu Ran, having his woman taken away by Xu Ran one after another, this had driven Yu Xiaogang beyond the edge of reason.
Even if Yu Xiaogang was weak, and his character cunning, that didn't mean he was generously open-minded in that respect.
In fact, what Yu Xiaogang was most proud of in his life was his relationships with Liu Erlong and Bi Bidong. Although he was weak, he could manipulate the affections of two stunningly beautiful women. But now, everything had vanished.
His beloved woman was in Xu Ran's arms.
"Enough."
"What right do you have to yell at me, you worthless thing? I've put up with you for a long time." Xu Ran said coldly as he slapped him, leaving a crimson handprint on Yu Xiaogang's cheek.
"No."
"It hurts..."
"Xu Ran, you're going too far, too far!"
Yu Xiaogang glared at Xu Ran with deep hatred and resentment in his eyes.
He wished he could retaliate in the same way and make Xu Ran pay the price he deserved. But now, he was just a nobody; anyone from the Martial Soul Hall could easily trample him, let alone Xu Ran, this peerless monster.
Not to mention Xu Ran, who now in front of Bi Bidong seemed not to have done anything to him. Once Bi Bidong left, Xu Ran would surely make his life a living hell. Xu Ran was such a hypocrite, acting all saintly in front of Bi Bidong, and as soon as she left, he'd beat him to death.
Yu Xiaogang's heart was filled with extreme loathing as he covered his slapped cheek with his palm. Why, why had even Bi Bidong betrayed him?
Was Xu Ran really better than him?
Maybe so, Xu Ran had just hit him, and she didn't say anything to defend him.
Perhaps Bi Bidong was that kind of woman.
In the future, she would do even more for Xu Ran. Today, perhaps Bi Bidong was genuinely absorbing an attached soul bone; however, before that, they must have done something unspeakable.
Last time, Xu Ran obtained an attached soul bone in the Aquipeia Forest. Maybe Bi Bidong agreed to certain demands from Xu Ran in order to get that soul bone.
To trade her body so easily for a mere soul bone, even someone as proud as Bi Bidong really does that?
Indeed, who in this world can truly claim to be indifferent to fame and fortune? A single attached soul bone, even Bi Bidong cannot remain composed, can she? So, for the sake of acquiring this soul bone, did she commit an act of desperation with Xu Ran in this conference hall?
Now, for an attached soul bone, Bi Bidong could betray her body; in the future, to curry favor with Xu Ran and gain more benefits from him, she would likely do many more outrageous things.
It's just a pity that such a beautiful Bi Bidong, with a figure and looks at the pinnacle among women, and with such a strong fragrance about her, is taken away like this. He can't stand it, he really can't stand it.
Later, Bi Bidong would become Xu Ran's woman; she would listen to Xu Ran, and even sit on his lap, intimately close. She might even bear children for Xu Ran...
"Xu Ran, don't."
"Brock was just a bit provoked," Bi Bidong said with soft jade-like hands gently pulling on Xu Ran's sleeve, pleadingly looking at him. Xu Ran's strength had already surpassed hers, and even though she could endure Brock's slander, Xu Ran could not tolerate it.
Xu Ran was clearly a noble gentleman, kind and helpful, yet Brock had described him as such a despicable villain.
If Xu Ran truly became angered and struck out at Brock, it would be useless for her to try to protect him.
Even if Brock had deeply hurt her heart, she could not be an unfeeling and unjust person.
"It won't do, his slander against you and me can only lead to one outcome, death," Xu Ran said indifferently, his gaze coldly fixed on Brock. This fool, to dare act so arrogantly in front of him.
Perhaps emboldened by Bi Bidong's support these past few days, he had regained some confidence. But that was no reason for Brock to yell and scream in front of him.
"Stop, Xu Ran, I beg you, spare Brock, consider it a favor you owe me," Bi Bidong said with some shame. She didn't know how many favors she already owed Xu Ran.
She had already felt quite guilty towards Xu Ran, and now this had happened.
"A favor? No. He not only slandered me but also insulted you. I'm just a man, and I don't care much for that. But you are a lady, and moreover, the Pope, your reputation must be spotless."
"However, I am now a bit curious, what exactly is your relationship with Brock? Just now, he spoke of you like that," Xu Ran said, gently lifting Bi Bidong's snow-white chin, looking at her stunningly beautiful face, feeling a stir of emotions.
Bi Bidong stood there still, silent due to Xu Ran's words.
Her slender figure appeared somewhat delicate.
At that moment, she seemed no longer the lofty Female Pope but just a frail woman.
"I will explain my relationship with Brock to you later. I hope you won't strike him," Bi Bidong's eyes held a trace of pleading.
In her heart, Brock's image was that of a wise man. Even after so many years, the image that Brock had pretended to be in his youth, refined, intelligent, a graceful gentleman... were all facades that Brock had put on, and Bi Bidong had taken them for truth.
"Fine. For your sake, I can spare his life. But since he insulted you, he should be punished," Xu Ran said while pulling Bi Bidong into his embrace, kneading her slender waist, greedily inhaling deeply from her long hair.
Bi Bidong's delicate body trembled slightly, but she did not refuse. She feared that any reaction from her could anger Xu Ran and result in a harsher punishment for Brock.
Even she did not dare to provoke someone like Xu Ran easily.
If Xu Ran really became angry, a slap towards Brock, and she would not be able to protect him.
Seeing Bi Bidong calmly held in Xu Ran's arms, without any struggle, Brock's heart turned cold and ruthless. All this deeply wounded Brock's pride.
"Haha, quite the actress, aren't you?"
"Ah!"
"Xu Ran, you and I are irreconcilable!"
Brock had just thought to mock him with a few words but was immediately met with several slaps from Xu Ran, instantly screaming in agony.
"Get lost."
Xu Ran coldly sent Brock flying with a smack.