Meanwhile.
Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden had already arrived within the Jade Pool Immortal Realm.
The Jade Pool was like a mirror, its green grass a lush carpet.
Passing through pavilions and towers wreathed in layers of mist, Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden finally arrived outside a residence.
After straightening her clothes and composing herself, she entered the hall.
Inside the Great Hall sat a woman upon a Nine-Colored Auspicious Cloud.
Her features were pure and ethereal, as though she had gathered the spiritual essence of heaven and earth. Her skin was fair as jade, carrying a faint radiance.
Innate Dao Rhythm surrounded her.
Her flowing, resplendent robe was embroidered with mountains and rivers, suns and moons, and stars.
She was gentle and graceful, yet did not lack majesty.
Who else could she be but the Head of Female Immortals, Queen Mother of the West?
"Greetings, Master!"
Upon seeing Queen Mother of the West, Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden hurried forward and respectfully bowed to her.
Hearing this, Queen Mother of the West slowly opened her eyes.
"Hmm?"
With a brief glance, she spotted Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden's injuries. Her phoenix eyes narrowed as she asked in a low voice,
"Who injured you?"
Though Queen Mother of the West spoke softly, her voice contained towering fury.
After all, Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden was her only Personal Disciple.
Yet she had returned wounded.
Hurting her disciple was no different from slapping Queen Mother of the West across the face.
When Queen Mother of the West asked about her injuries, Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden did not hide anything and said directly,
"Master."
"On my way back, I was harassed by members of East Prince Gong's Purple Mansion Immortal Court."
"Even after I revealed my identity, those people refused to let the matter go."
"They were