Her Beauty Unchanged, They Met Again

This time, the guards of the City of Light not only did not stop them, but also showed great respect upon seeing Nalan Yao and her group. After bowing, they said, "What business do you gentlemen have entering the city? Are you going to see our clan chief? How about I lead the way?"

At this point...

He couldn't help but look at Chen Ning was surrounded by a group of people seemingly So Close Yet Worlds Apart yet worlds apart.

Those who can walk at the forefront are definitely extraordinary.

Only after he saw Chen Ning's face clearly did he realize just how extraordinary he was.

He trembled, his expression flustered yet filled with profound respect. He knelt on one knee and performed the deepest bow, saying, "I deserve to die. I did not know that Lord Chen Ning had returned and failed to pay my respects immediately. Please forgive me."

"It's alright, get up quickly."

"Thank you, sir."

The guard was incredibly excited, like a little fan meeting their idol.

Chen Ning's experiences are incredibly legendary; everyone in the entire Vast Land knows him.

It is the faith of all living beings.

Previously, when the various God Clan ruled the vast Vast Land, the Vast Land worshipped the gods. However, the gods abandoned the Vast Land, and it was Lord Chen Ning and the Goddess Holy Radiance who saved the world.

Now.

The faith of all living beings in the Vast Land is highly unified: that of Chen Ning and the Goddess Holy Radiance.

Compared to the Goddess Holy Radiance, Chen Ning's ascension to the God Realm carries an even greater sense of legend.

At this time.

All the guards at the city gate became excited and displayed an extremely respectful attitude.

More than just guarding.

Many cultivators traveling to and from the City of Light were also stirred up.

"Lord Chen Ning, what realm have you reached now?"

"Lord Chen Ning, I wish to become your disciple. I am very talented; my Lightning Five Consecutive Whips technique has reached an unparalleled level..."

"Lord Chen Ning, is your return to the Vast Land related to the surging demonic energy? If the Vast Land faces a great calamity this time, can you still help us safely weather the storm?"

The crowd grew increasingly noisy and numerous.

Moreover, each question continued to sting the leader's heart, and Nalan Yao gave Ding Erliang a look.

Ding Erliang is most skilled in unorthodox and unorthodox methods, making him ideal for maintaining order.

An iron ball rolled out of his sleeve and instantly shattered into eight pieces.

In an instant.

A terrifying stench filled the air.

The stench was overwhelming.

The crowd that had gathered began to flee as if they were escaping.

Only then were Chen Ning and others able to enter the City of Light.

Nalan Yao and the others covered their mouths and noses, looking embarrassed.

"Could you please stop using such self-destructive tactics next time?"

"Yeah, it stinks horribly. Even sealing your mouth and nose with Essence Power can't stop it."

Faced with criticism from everyone.

Ding Erliang laughed, "Without this method, it won't work either. Besides, does it really smell that bad? I think it's alright."

What he received in return was the cold shoulder from everyone.

Nalan Yao looked at Chen Ning, somewhat surprised and delighted, and said, "The leader won't be affected!"

Upon hearing this...

Everyone turned to look at Chen Ning.

Chen Ning subconsciously activated his Divine Power to protect his mouth and nose.

Yao Li's face lit up with joy, and she said, "It actually works!"

Lü Xiaochuan immediately said to Ding Erliang, "Do you still have any of those stink bombs? Quickly, take them all out."

"That's it. This is the last one in stock. Ever since Sanniang and I got back together, I haven't resorted to these underhanded tricks."

Ding Erliang's eyes flashed with determination as he said, "However, I am very grateful for your support. I will return to my old ways."

"There's absolutely no need for that!"

Everyone spoke in unison!

Under a tall peach tree.

Ji Hongyi stared blankly at the peach tree, seemingly recalling many memories.

At this moment.

A voice appeared in her ear.

She didn't turn around, but instead gave a self-deprecating laugh. This time, it wasn't just the sound, but also the real touch.

She only felt a hand gently pat her shoulder.

Ji Hongyi turned around immediately as if she had been electrocuted, and her beautiful eyes instantly turned red when she saw Chen Ning.

The reason they remained unmoved upon hearing Chen Ning's voice was...

That's because she thought she was hallucinating again.

After all.

This kind of situation has occurred frequently since Chen Ning went to the God Realm.

"How are you?"

Chen Ning spoke gently.

Ji Hongyi forced a smile and said, "Everything is fine. When did you get back?"

"Today."

Will they leave again?

Ji Hongyi slightly parted her red lips.

Faced with such a question.

Chen Ning didn't know how to answer.

In his current state, how could he possibly return to the God Realm? How would he possibly deal with the Demon Emperor? Let alone the Demon Emperor, he wouldn't even be able to make a move against the most ordinary Heavenly Demon.

Even.

Whenever the thought of confronting the Demon Emperor arises, the Seed of Fear will take hold.

It instilled fear in him.

Make him back down.

When So Close Yet Worlds Apart and the others informed Ji Hongyi of Chen Ning's condition, Ji Hongyi's reaction was not the expected worry; instead, her gaze towards Chen Ning softened.

Ji Hongyi said softly, "Since that's the case, why don't you stay with the Light God Clan? This... this is your home."

She and Chen Ning once pretended to be husband and wife and even held a wedding ceremony.

She desperately wished that it wasn't all a lie. Chen Ning was initially an unknown figure, while she was a high-ranking goddess of the Light God Clan. However, the gap between the two widened, and Chen Ning gradually overthrew the rule of the God Clan.

Ultimately, they reached a height that others could only look up to.

Like the sun in the sky.

Brilliant and dazzling.

It was beyond her reach.

Ji Hongyi is a very strong-willed woman. At first, she wanted to catch up with Chen Ning, but when the gap became too big to be bridged, she had no choice but to give up.

She didn't want to jeopardize Chen Ning's future.

Only.

Sadness is inevitable.

This is why she often comes to this peach tree. Before, she came here simply to miss her father, but now, there is another man with her.

Now.

Upon hearing about Chen Ning's situation, Ji Hongyi was even a little happy.

She no longer needs to chase after them; on the contrary, the other party now especially needs her protection.

The Light God Clan now holds the same position in the Vast Land as the Kunlun God Clan did back then. As long as Chen Ning is willing, she can stay with him for the rest of his life.

"By the way, Hua'er Sister will be so happy if she knows you're back."

As a descendant of the Light God Clan, Ji Hongyi remained quite reserved. Instead of holding Chen Ning's hand, she walked ahead, leading Chen Ning and his group to a garden filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers.

Now.

A petite figure was squatting by the pond, watching the fish in it.

"Hua'er Sister, guess who's back?"

Ji Hongyi chuckled from afar.

Hua Luo immediately turned her head, and the moment she saw Chen Ning, she ran excitedly towards Chen Ning. She was still wearing the celadon-colored dress that Chen Ning had given her when they first met.