After sizing him up, Queen Mother of the West gathered her thoughts and revealed a warm smile.
"Niu Ben, my nephew."
"When the Mystic Maiden was in danger earlier, it was thanks to your timely intervention that she was saved."
Niu Ben smiled faintly and replied,
"You flatter me, Aunt-Master. I merely happened to come across her."
"If anyone else were being bullied by the Purple Mansion Immortal Court, I would have stepped in as well."
Queen Mother of the West nodded.
Earlier, she had found it strange that someone would dare kill members of the Purple Mansion Immortal Court.
But after learning that Niu Ben was a Disciple of Taishang, it all made sense.
Others feared the immense power of the Purple Mansion Immortal Court.
But Taishang, the Head of the Three Pure Ones, feared no one.
With Taishang behind him, Niu Ben naturally had no reason to fear the Purple Mansion Immortal Court.
"Since you have come to my Jade Pool, nephew, stay for a few more days."
After a brief pause, Queen Mother of the West spoke.
If it had been any other male immortal, she naturally would not have urged him to stay.
But Niu Ben's identity was extraordinary—he was a Disciple of Taishang.
Moreover, he had saved her Personal Disciple's life. Naturally, she had to keep him at Jade Pool and show him proper hospitality.
Then, her gaze shifted toward Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden.
"Mystic Maiden."
"While Niu Ben is here, take him around the Jade Pool sacred land."
Upon hearing this, Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden gladly accepted and hurriedly bowed.
"Yes, Master!"
She felt deeply grateful to Niu Ben.
And after spending this time with him, an inexplicable affection had already taken root deep within her heart.
Niu Ben did not refuse. Smiling, he