Chapter 2119 - 2108: The Bright Pope and the Supreme Emperor Shield the Holy Hall

"Handsome, are you hiding something from me?" Nangong Bing could tell at a glance there was something unusual about the Handsome, and with Lin Zifeng not returning, Nangong Bing had already suspected something.

The Handsome was slightly startled, surprised that Nangong Bing noticed so quickly. Many people in the Holy Hall kept secrets from her; she was now pregnant, afraid that revealing Lin Zifeng’s death would overwhelm her.

Although no one in the Holy Hall truly believed Lin Zifeng was dead, even denying it verbally couldn’t remove the unshakable knot in their hearts.

No matter how much it was hidden, was Nangong Bing naive? She and Lin Zifeng were not just married but deeply connected. Whatever was concealed, she seemed to have guessed it.

Her continuous unease made her aware something was off.

"No, no, how could I hide anything from you? Besides, what could I possibly hide?"

"Then tell me, where is Lin Zifeng now?" Nangong Bing continued to question.

"Hehe, didn’t I tell you? He’s still in the West. Remember last time, when we asked the Western Bright Pope to save our Holy Hall’s fate? Crazy coincidence—we encountered the Western Bright Pope in the Dark Prison, and the Pope and young Lin hit it off. They’re very close now, and he invited Lin to visit the Bright Sect. Rest assured, he’ll be back soon."

Though the Handsome knew he was weaving a huge lie, aware it was hard to convince Nangong Bing, what else could he do at this moment?

He couldn’t reveal Lin Zifeng wouldn’t return, not now. Could Nangong Bing handle it? Could she really endure this nightmare?

"Do you think I can believe this excuse?" Nangong Bing wasn’t naive, seeing through the Handsome’s lies immediately.

She frowned and said, "Tell me, where exactly is Lin Zifeng? Can he... can he still come back?"

"Uh... Bingbing, why are you asking like this? Young Lin is fine, absolutely okay—trust me. Everything I say is true, regardless of when he’s coming back. Rest assured, he’ll definitely return. Though it’s difficult for him to return soon, I believe one day he will."

The Handsome was persistent in believing Lin Zifeng would return, yet his words caused Nangong Bing’s delicate form to tremble slightly, her eyes suddenly dark, as if engulfed in blackness.

She knew the Handsome was deceiving her and was aware of the rampant rumors outside, but... even if something had happened to Lin Zifeng, what could she do? Really search for Lin Zifeng?

Could she truly disregard the child in her womb?

Thinking of her child, Nangong Bing suddenly felt utterly exhausted. She then waved the Handsome off, wanting some quiet solitude.

The Handsome knew Nangong Bing could not accept it and said no more, knowing excessive talk would affect her more. He sighed helplessly and returned to his room...

That night, Nangong Bing stayed awake throughout, sleepless, contemplating the future. Maybe Lin Zifeng wasn’t dead? Perhaps it was all just a joke played by everyone?

She firmly believed Lin Zifeng was alive, surely alive...

Not only Nangong Bing alone couldn’t sleep; every woman involved with Lin Zifeng was tossing and turning, sleepless, their minds replaying countless nights of shared joy with him.

Each woman secretly wept, hoping Lin Zifeng would return, but... Could he truly return? Could he really come back on time?

Perhaps the day he returns lies in some unknown, distant future...

The West...

Within the Bright Church, the Bright Pope’s return thrilled all church members. Since her entry into the Dark Prison, concern for her was universal—after all, as the supreme representative of the Bright Church, she was the most formidable Pope in three thousand years.

Even in the entire West, the Bright Pope’s power was top five, a prodigy of her time. Any mishap would devastate the Bright Church.

The Pope’s return delighted many pharaohs, leading them to host grand banquets for her. Yet now, the Bright Pope hardly had the mind for feasting.

The same day, the Bright Pope ordered protection for the Holy Hall’s members from harm. Furthermore, the Bright Church started forging an alliance, vowing to obliterate anyone who threatened the Holy Hall.

This sacred order stirred all Bright Church high-ranking members. The Holy Hall was an Eastern force; how could Western forces manage affairs of the East?

Additionally, why did the Bright Church protect the Holy Hall?

The next day, various high-ranking Bright Church members stepped forward to criticize and question the Pope’s initiative. Was it a joke, letting Bright Church protect the Holy Hall?

However... the Bright Pope was resolute; anyone who opposed would be slain. That day saw dozens of high-ranking knights ordered executed for defying her—challenging her was disrespectful and doubting her authority.

Daring to question the Pope’s decree meant they were undeniably problematic individuals.

The proclamation to protect the Holy Hall spread to Huaxia within two days, leaving all adversaries of the Holy Hall stunned.

Even the slightly active Demon God Sect was utterly bewildered.

Yao Qingjiao, after learning this, was speechless—what business was it of the Bright Church?

However... even more significant events loomed on the horizon. The Supreme Emperor, leader of the Taishang Sect, returned within two days. Everyone thought this fierce man dead, but his return cemented his status as Huaxia’s top figure!

A Thunder Tribulation Expert, more potent than those on the Transformation Path Saints!

Additionally, the Supreme Emperor issued an order—anyone daring to harm the Holy Hall would be killed. This devastated all those prepared to crush the Holy Hall, leaving them utterly miserable, confused.

The Taishang Sect began sheltering the Holy Hall—even after Lin Zifeng’s death, why were they still protecting the Holy Hall?