Chapter 961: Chapter 827: Ning Man'er's Enemy (Chapter Number Correction)
Chapter 961: Chapter 827: Ning Man’er’s Enemy (Chapter Number Correction)
The next day, early in the morning, Chu Mu set out with Qian Qin’s team.
Qian Qin’s team was not large, totaling only four members. One of them was a guest minister of the Nightmare Demon Palace tasked with protecting Qian Qin—Pang Jing, whose strength was noteworthy; one was Qian Qin’s personal female attendant; and there was a man who introduced himself as Shen Mo, whose identity was not disclosed and seemed somewhat mysterious.
However, judging from the tone and attitude of Qian Qin and guest minister Pang Jing towards this man, his position within the Nightmare Demon Palace must be very high.
Chu Mu still used the name Chu Fangchen when introducing himself, and did not hide much, directly stating that he was a member of the Soul Hall.
Everyone was astonished to find that a member of the Soul Hall had two Tenth Rank White Nightmare Demons. Such a phenomenon was quite rare among the two major powers.
Of course, rare as it may be, it was not impossible. In the depths of the Southern Forbidden Region lived wild members of the Nightmare Demon Clan. If someone went there to capture young pets of the Nightmare Demon and then auctioned them, it wouldn’t be so difficult for someone from the Soul Hall to acquire a Nightmare Demon.
“Chu Fangchen, you haven’t said what you are doing in Spirit City. As a hardship-striving Soul Pet Master, you probably wouldn’t be interested in Spirit Arts, right?” Qian Qin asked.
“Looking for someone,” Chu Mu replied simply, glancing at Ning Man’er as he spoke.
For some reason, Ning Man’er had been particularly well-behaved these past few days, dutifully following at Chu Mu’s side. If Chu Mu didn’t already know her temperament, he might actually think she was a very docile young girl.
Chu Mu put his hand on her head and ruffled her hair, asking through Mental Sound, “Why are you so quiet?”
“I’m cultivating!” The young beauty pouted, very dissatisfied with Chu Mu’s look, as if she were naturally supposed to cause trouble.
“Oh, then keep cultivating,” Chu Mu raised his eyebrows. Enjoying the rare peace and quiet, he decided not to go looking for trouble.
However, before long, Ning Man’er suddenly put on a sweet smile and said to Chu Mu, “Brother, I’ve had a breakthrough in strength. The Spiritual Energy will be richer now; when you have time, you can try to strengthen your Wind-binding Spirit. Maybe it can reach the High-level Emperor rank!”
“It still lacks some experience; the chances of a breakthrough are not great,” Chu Mu shook his head.
He knew the Wind-binding Spirit’s situation well. Due to his ability to only control one at a time, for most of this period, Chu Mu had opted for the Demon Tree Warrior and Ghost Dome King to battle. Since the decisive battle where the Wind-binding Spirit fought energetically, it hadn’t received much substantial training.
Chu Mu wouldn’t attempt to abruptly raise the strengths of his Soul Pets due to Ning Man’er’s Spiritual Energy; the success rate would be near zero.
“So which of your Soul Pets is suitable for a breakthrough?” Ning Man’er asked.
Chu Mu shook his head.
Ning was already at the High-level Emperor rank, and although there were Spirit Items prepared for it, it hadn’t engaged in much battle training, so it was far from reaching the Peak Emperor rank.
Qin also lacked combat experience and wouldn’t be able to reach the High-level Emperor rank anytime soon.
Both the Demon Tree Warrior and the Ghost Dome King had recently reached the Intermediate Emperor rank, so they were unlikely to break through again so soon.
With no Soul Pets available for a breakthrough, Ning Man’er felt frustrated, not knowing where to exert her energy, her demeanor turning despondent.
Suddenly, while in her dismay, her eyebrows knitted together, and she hurriedly grabbed Chu Mu’s hand.
“What’s wrong?” Chu Mu felt Ning Man’er’s palms were somewhat cold and asked.
Ning Man’er didn’t speak but quickly concealed all her aura before leaning on Chu Mu’s arm, her large eyes warily watching what lay ahead, showing a hint of fear.
Feeling her body continuing to chill, Chu Mu wrapped his arms around her protectively, shielding her with his Soul Sense.
Ning Man’er still said nothing, her eyes flickering as they remained fixed on the path ahead.
Chu Mu followed her gaze but saw nothing threatening; instead, he saw a city enveloped in verdant greenery and blossoming with colorful flowers.
“We’ve arrived at Spirit City,” Qian Qin smiled, turning back to look at Chu Mu, noticing Ning Man’er huddled in Chu Mu’s arms, her face pale. In concern, she asked, “What’s wrong with her? Is she sick?”
Chu Mu shook his head, hugging the shivering Ning Man’er tightly and said, “She’s just a bit cold.”
Qian Qin didn’t think much of it and continued on with the other three.
At that moment, Ning Man’er firmly refused to move.
With no other option, Chu Mu found an excuse to ask Qian Qin and the others to go ahead while he temporarily stayed back.
…
“Brother, that city has bad people. Can we not go in?” The young beauty spoke in a spoiled tone.
“What’s the matter, didn’t you already hide your presence?” Chu Mu asked.
“That person is my enemy; he killed many Soul Pets and Soul Pet Masters that were protecting me!” Ning Man’er’s body trembled slightly as she spoke, her feelings about this person clearly a mix of deep hatred and extreme fear!
Chu Mu had asked this girl about her past before. Ning Man’er could talk about anything except for matters regarding the World Monarch Tree. She had sworn an oath in front of the World Ancestor Tree never to reveal anything to anyone or any Soul Pet, so to this day, Chu Mu had no idea why Ning Man’er had come to the Wanxiang Realm.
As for the nature of the world on the other side of the Dark Sky Sea World, it seemed that Ning Man’er didn’t know much herself. She had lived a near-reclusive life by the side of the World Monarch Tree from a young age. Her knowledge of the human world came mostly from books. However, it was certain that there were human powers on the other side of Dark Sky Sea, which probably meant it was no longer part of the Wanxiang Realm.
“Can that person detect your whereabouts?” Chu Mu asked.
“I don’t think it will work.” Ning Man’er raised her head to look at Chu Mu, her eyes shimmering as she spoke, “Brother, I’m scared.”
“How strong is that person?” Chu Mu didn’t understand why Ning Man’er was afraid, especially with himself, a Dominator Level brother by her side, what was there to be afraid of?
“He shouldn’t have surpassed Emperor level, but if brother doesn’t transform into a half-demon, it would be somewhat difficult to deal with him,” said Ning Man’er.
“Then why are you afraid? Let’s enter the City first. Since he can’t track you down, it shouldn’t be a big issue,” Chu Mu said.
“But… but… Brother, you have to help me this time, many of my companions who grew up with me have been killed by him…” Ning Man’er’s eyes turned red as she spoke.
To protect her, countless Soul Pets had blazed a blood-soaked path in the World Ancestor Tree’s World, all to enable her to escape those villains’ demon claws. However, she couldn’t forget those experiences…
If she couldn’t avenge them, being in the same City as her arch-enemy would lead her to have nightmares every night!
“Brother, you have to help me take revenge!” Ning Man’er said with a slight tremor in her voice.
Chu Mu could tell that Ning Man’er truly hated that man!
Although a wild girl prone to mischief, it was only because she seldom entered human Cities, driven by curiosity.
She was so pure and unblemished that it would make one’s heart ache just to see a scratch on her skin. Since Chu Mu had a Soul Contract with her, he was obliged to protect her, and those who brought hatred and pain to such a carefree immortal deserved to die!
“Yes, if I get the chance, I will help you kill this enemy,” Chu Mu replied seriously.
“Really?” Ning Man’er asked softly.
“Remember, all those who make Man’er sad, Brother will kill them for you.”
Chu Mu knew this girl needed comfort now. Simply sensing someone’s presence was enough to evoke such fear in her, which showed the deep shadows these villains had cast upon her.
“Mm, mm!” Ning Man’er nodded vigorously.
Gloom, annoyance, and fear did not suit her. Her smile was infectious, and even creatures filled with malice like the White Nightmare Demon could easily be charmed by her. Therefore, she should always maintain that sweet smile.
“Let’s go then.” Chu Mu wiped the moisture from the corners of her eyes with his hand.
“Mhmm.” Ning Man’er’s body temperature recovered a bit, and she clung to Chu Mu’s arm without letting go.
The White Nightmare Demon next to Ning Man’er scratched its head in a goofy way, wondering what was wrong with the little immortal.
But for some reason, seeing her tearful eyes, both the White Nightmare Emperor and the White Nightmare Demon felt a sense of anger well up inside them for no reason!!
…
Ning Man’er didn’t know the name of that enemy, only that he was within this Spirit City.
Upon entering Spirit City and for the sake of safety, Chu Mu didn’t leave Ning Man’er outside; he took her to the Soul Hall of the Spirit City.
Spirit City was a Neutral Force, with a Soul Covenant outpost and territories of the Three Great Palaces; its scale was not much less than that of Snow City.
After Chu Mu presented his Deputy Order and reported his name, a Palace Master soon came to greet Chu Mu with a smile on his face.
This Palace Master clearly knew from Snow City that Chu Fangchen was a significant figure who had caused a stir in the Three Great Palaces recently, and he was very courteous to Chu Mu.
Chu Mu was unfazed in the Soul Hall even though explaining his two White Nightmare Demons proved slightly troublesome, it was not a big issue.
Chu Mu arranged for Ning Man’er to stay in the inner palace of the Soul Hall; inside the Soul Hall, even if Ning Man’er’s enemy knew she was there, he wouldn’t dare to rush in rashly.
Ning Man’er refused to leave Chu Mu’s side for even half a step. After settling the two White Nightmare Demons in the courtyard led by the Palace Master, Chu Mu took Ning Man’er back to the main hall of the Soul Hall.
The first thing Chu Mu naturally did was inquire about the letters pertaining to him, as this was related to whether Ye Qingzi was in the city.
These letters had secret codes and mental imprints, and no one could impersonate the sender, so Chu Mu easily received Ye Qingzi’s letter from the hands of the female attendant.
Chu Mu’s biggest worry was that one day Ye Qingzi would give up on these meaningless actions, making it unknown how long it would take for him to find her.
Fortunately, Ye Qingzi had never stopped this arrangement.
“It was left three days ago!” Seeing the date on the letter, Chu Mu immediately broke into a smile.
Left three days ago meant she was indeed in Spirit City!
In a few more months, it would be a full four years. Chu Mu himself found it hard to believe that he had been separated from her for so long.
Yet, the feeling that moved his heart never cooled, and the thought of soon seeing Ye Qingzi made Chu Mu excited like a simple young boy.
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