A New Identity

Ning Xiaochuan ultimately caught up with the Bright Holy Maiden before she reached the Bright Holy Land.

When she saw Ning Xiaochuan again, the Bright Holy Maiden appeared exceedingly calm and serene, as though light clouds drifted over a gentle breeze. Yet she was clearly wary of him, stopping ten zhang away.

With his hands clasped behind his back, Ning Xiaochuan stood before the Bright Holy Maiden as if he had been waiting for her for a long time. Smiling, he said, "Holy Maiden, why did you leave without saying goodbye?"

Little Red stood beside Ning Xiaochuan, still holding a bright red fruit in her hand. Her long lashes fluttered as she carefully examined the Bright Holy Maiden.

The Bright Holy Maiden had not chosen the direct route back to the Bright Holy Land, instead taking a slight detour. Naturally, she did so to guard against Qian Biluo and Gongsun Yibai catching up with her. At the same time, she did not wholly trust Ning Xiaochuan.

A veil covered her face, and a faint smile touched her eyes. "Thank you, Young Master, for coming to my aid and driving back the two Devilish People from the Yang Cult. Why not accompany Yue Ji to the Bright Holy Land? Yue Ji will certainly offer you a generous gift."

The Bright Holy Maiden did not mention repaying him with her body even once. She merely invited Ning Xiaochuan to the Bright Holy Land. So long as she returned there, even if Ning Xiaochuan truly belonged to the Yang Cult, he would not be able to stir up much trouble.

"Holy Maiden, you do not even know who I am, yet you invite me to the Bright Holy Land. Isn't that rather inappropriate?" Ning Xiaochuan said.

The Bright Holy Maiden smiled sweetly. "May