"Gentlemen, would you like some flowers?"
When Chen Mu and Zheng Fengdao arrived in front of Guo Xiaohan, they were greeted with her enthusiastic questions.
"Haha, it's been years, don't you recognize me?"
Chen Mu laughed heartily.
"Ah! I remember you, you're Brother Chen lives in the Wilderness, aren't you?"
Guo Xiaohan is still as enthusiastic and outgoing as he was many years ago, but he looks a little haggard, as if he hasn't been getting enough rest lately.
"That's right, it's me. Haha, you have a great memory."
Chen Mu couldn't help but admire her. She didn't have his level of cultivation, yet she could remember him after only meeting him once. It was truly remarkable.
Brother Chen, what brings you to Alkaid City this time?
It's a pity I'm busy selling flowers right now and don't have time to entertain you, otherwise I would definitely invite you to my house.
Guo Xiaohan said apologetically.
"It's nothing. I was just passing through Alkaid City and happened to run into you, so I stopped by to say hello."
Actually, there was another important reason why Chen Mu came to talk to Guo Xiaohan: he sensed the aura of Demon Seed on Guo Xiaohan.
Under normal circumstances, even ordinary Core Formation Realm or Creation Realm cultivators cannot easily detect the aura of the Demon Seed.
But Chen Mu was different. Back at Black Wind Cliff, he had thoroughly experienced the Demon Seed within the Demon Slave's body and was deeply impressed by the will hidden within Demon Seed.
After returning, he conducted extensive research on the Demon Seed, which is why he was able to easily identify this aura.
Normally, Chen Mu wouldn't bother with this matter, given his personality, but since he had known Guo Xiaohan for a while, he felt he couldn't just stand by and do nothing.
" Xiaohan, where have you been lately? Have you noticed anything strange?"
Although Guo Xiaohan has the aura of Demon Slave, it is not strong, and she should not have been corrupted by the Demon Seed. It is estimated that she has only been in contact with people related to Demon Slave.
"Strange thing? Brother Chen, what do you mean by that?"
Guo Xiaohan looked puzzled.
"How about this, I'll buy all these flowers for you."
"Shall we sit down at that tea stall over there and have a chat?"
Chen Mu suggested.
"Really? Hehe, then thank you, Brother Chen. I'll treat you two to tea then!"
Hearing Chen Mu say that, Guo Xiaohan didn't stand on ceremony and handed the whole basket of flowers to Chen Mu.
"Thank you for the twenty taels of silver."
The common currency used in the Central Land is silver. Ten taels of silver are roughly equal to one first-grade Spirit Stone. Chen Mu readily accepted the flowers and handed two first-grade Spirit Stone to Guo Xiaohan.
Guo Xiaohan immediately beamed with joy and excitedly led Chen Mu to a nearby tea stall, where they ordered a pot of tea and some desserts to treat Chen Mu two of them.
" Xiaohan, how should I put it?"
Actually, I've studied a little fortune telling, and I can tell you've been having some trouble lately. Would it be convenient for you to tell me more about it?
Chen Mu didn't know how to explain the matter of the Demon Slave, so he could only make up this reason.
At this moment, Zheng Fengdao, who had remained silent all along, couldn't help but raise his hand to his forehead, almost wanting to roll his eyes at Chen Mu.
"He actually uses such an old-fashioned method to woo a girl? How come I never realized Chen Mu was such a scoundrel before?"
He gained a new understanding of Chen Mu, though the image he had was not entirely positive.
However, Guo Xiaohan didn't think too much about it. After hesitating for a moment, she nodded.
"Actually, it's nothing much. My father joined the Holy Light God Sect and spent all of the family's savings."
I had no choice but to go out and work to help support my family. But things are alright for now. As long as I work hard, we can make a living.
Guo Xiaohan has an optimistic personality and doesn't seem to resent his father.
" Holy Light God Sect?"
Chen Mu searched his memory for a moment and vaguely recalled this sect.
The Holy Light God Sect is a religion that has emerged in recent years and is now developing rapidly. The leader of this sect is said to be a reclusive master of the Creation Realm, who is famous for teaching and saving people from suffering.
Due to the rampant spread of Otherworldly Demon and the incompetence of the royal family, the Central Land is now in a state of fragmentation. Although the imperial family still exists in name, warlords and feudal lords are fighting each other across the country, and the people are suffering terribly.
As a result, many folk religious sects have sprung up in various places, taking the opportunity to win over people's hearts and minds, hoping to gain a share of the spoils in this chaotic world.
The situation in the Central Land didn't have a significant impact on the Wilderness. Chen Mu only listened casually to the Holy Light God Sect and didn't learn much about it. However, judging from Guo Xiaohan's situation, this cult might be related to the Demon Slave.
"I heard that the Holy Light God Sect is supposed to save people from suffering, so why would your father spend money on it?"
Chen Mu asked curiously.
"It was my father who voluntarily donated his savings to the Holy Light God, saying that in this way the Holy Light God could accumulate more Divine Power to protect us and prevent disaster from befalling us."
Guo Xiaohan said helplessly.
"Judging from your tone, you don't seem to really believe in this Holy Light God?"
"I don't know whether to believe it or not, but if things continue like this, I feel like my family won't be able to hold on."
Now, my father only prays to the Holy Light God every day and does nothing else.
My mother is now the pillar of our family, working two jobs. I feel like she might not be able to keep going at any moment.
Guo Xiaohan's face was full of worry.
"How about this, you take me to the Church of the Holy Light God Sect, and I'll talk to the people Holy Light God Sect for you?"
Chen Mu suggested.
"Sure, the Church of the Holy Light God Sect is over there, it's just two blocks away."
Guo Xiaohan pointed in a direction, a hint of gratitude appearing in his eyes as he looked at Chen Mu.
"Okay, let's go now."
Zheng Fengdao was unaware of the whole story and didn't dare to interrupt. He just kept eating and ate most of the desserts on the table by himself.
Chen Mu didn't bother to say anything to him, and let Guo Xiaohan lead the way. The three of them walked together toward the church of the Holy Light God Sect.
After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Chen Mu and his two companions arrived at the entrance of the Holy Light God Sect Church.
The church is very tall, entirely yellow and white, and adorned with many exquisite murals. It is solemn, dignified, and appears very holy and noble.
Outside the Church of the Holy Light God Sect, people came and went, with a large number of believers forming long queues, making it impossible to move. The church's clergy maintained order in a friendly manner. From the outside, it seemed to be a very popular church.
Chen Mu was secretly on guard. Alkaid City was one of the top 100 major cities in the Central Land Plains. The fact that such a large church could be built in the city center where land was so valuable meant that the background of the Holy Light God Sect Cult was not simple.
"Let's go, let's line up together to see the High Priest. The High Priest is the wisest person in the church. If you can Brother Chen the High Priest to let Father go to work, Father will definitely obey."
Guo Xiaohan led Chen Mu and Zheng Fengdao to the back of the line of believers and explained the situation to them.