210: Purple Goddess

After absorbing the Thunder Tribulation Source Liquid, Chu Ying appeared on the snowy ground.

However, the surroundings were still a mess, with many areas of land scorched black, which was typical after a Heavenly Tribulation.

As soon as Chu Ying landed, he suddenly let out a cold shout:

“Who’s there? Come out!”

Chu Ying instantly became vigilant. He hadn't expected to be found, especially since he had chosen such a remote location, extremely far from Holy Sky City.

It was also nighttime, so any Cultivator who wasn't deliberately heading in this direction would absolutely not have detected him.

It was clear, then, that the person hidden in the dark was, without a doubt, deliberately tracking him, and their methods were extremely sophisticated, so much so that he hadn't even noticed them.

Of course, it was also possible that the other party arrived while he was Undergoing Tribulation, and his attention was focused on dealing with the Heavenly Tribulation, so he naturally didn't notice them.

“Young Master Chu.”

At this moment, Zixia Holy Maiden walked out gracefully.

She wore a purple dress with a shimmering feathered cloak, appearing sacred and ethereal.

As the Holy Maiden of the Zi Xia Holy Land in the Central Region, Zixia Holy Maiden possessed exquisite and natural features. Even without makeup, she was stunningly beautiful, and her demeanor was like that of Zi Xia Fairy from the Heavenly Palace.

She was tall, and the pair of snowy peaks on her chest were slightly prominent, though not particularly grand.

Her jade-like legs were long and straight, and her fair jade feet were faintly visible beneath her skirt.

Seeing that it was Zixia Holy Maiden, Chu Ying's gaze showed surprise.

Why would it be Zixia Holy Maiden?

He wasn't actually very familiar with Zixia Holy Maiden. Back at the Immortal Tomb, he seemed to have only briefly greeted her, as it wouldn't have been good to disrespect the Zi Xia Holy Land.

At the same time, he was also aware that Zixia Holy Maiden seemed to have an exceptionally good relationship with Yao Ruoxi.

It was precisely for this reason that Chu Ying hadn't paid much attention to Zixia Holy Maiden.

He had no interest in getting close to the best friend of his childhood sweetheart who had abandoned and betrayed him. Wasn't that just asking for trouble?

“I was planning to go to Holy Sky City. I happened to pass by here and suddenly sensed an anomaly in the heavens and earth, only to realize that Young Master Chu was Undergoing Tribulation. So, I stayed. I hope Young Master Chu will not be angry.”

Zixia Holy Maiden nodded and spoke softly. Her beautiful eyes rested on Chu Ying, scrutinizing this Son-in-law of the Immortal Tomb, who was also Yao Ruoxi's former boyfriend and childhood friend.

“So that’s how it is. I thought a Demon Art Inheritor was coming to deal with me.”

Chu Ying smiled indifferently, feeling no ill will towards Zixia Holy Maiden, but no particular fondness either.

Although this woman was indeed beautiful, and her purple dress had a unique charm, possessing both the ethereal, unattainable aura of a Xianzi and a touch of worldly charm.

Hearing Chu Ying mention “Demon Art Inheritor,” Zixia Holy Maiden’s eyes lit up.

She immediately got straight to the point: “Young Master Chu, to be honest, I actually have a favor to ask.”

“On my way here, I was suddenly enveloped by a large black mist. That mist was filled with mystery, blocking all perception. Fortunately, I managed to escape using the Holy Land’s methods.”

“I suspect I might have been targeted by a Demon Art Inheritor.”

As soon as she said this, Chu Ying was stunned.

Zixia Holy Maiden encountered a Demon Art Inheritor?

Why would this Demon Art Inheritor not come after him, but instead target a Holy Daughter?

Chu Ying couldn't help but scrutinize Zixia Holy Maiden, his gaze moving up and down, which caused Zixia Holy Maiden's expression to slightly falter.

This Young Master Chu was simply too rude.

Zixia Holy Maiden slightly turned her body and said with a hint of anger, “Young Master Chu, staring at me like this, are you perhaps suggesting that I might be that Demon Art Inheritor?”

She made a joke, expressing her slight displeasure.

Who knew that Chu Ying would simply nod faintly: “It might really be. The world only knows that Demon Art Inheritors are terrifying and enemies of all, but they never know whether a Demon Art Inheritor is male or female.”

Zixia Holy Maiden's Face subtly changed, and she immediately became annoyed, letting out a cold snort:

“Are Young Master Chu's words directed at me?”

“I originally thought Young Master Chu was a broad-minded hero, but I didn't expect you to take out your anger on me because of someone else. What is Young Master Chu's intention in slandering me like this? Is it hating the house and its crow?”

The 'someone else' Zixia Holy Maiden referred to was, of course, Yao Ruoxi. Of course, she wasn't blaming Yao Ruoxi when she said this, but rather felt some indignation that Chu Ying seemed different from what she had imagined.

He felt a bit petty.

“Heh, since Zixia Holy Maiden knows I hate the house and its crow, what business do you have with me? Are you perhaps hoping to travel with me to avoid the threat of the Demon Art Inheritor?”

How could Chu Ying not see through Zixia Holy Maiden's intentions?

However, on second thought, although he wasn't afraid of the Demon Art Inheritor, and even somewhat looked forward to their appearance, it didn't mean he had any obligation to take this Zixia Holy Maiden with him.

Zixia Holy Maiden was immediately choked by Chu Ying's words.

She had indeed thought that, but she hadn't expected Chu Ying to retort directly like that.

This made her Face turn slightly red and green, and her heart felt somewhat indignant.

Wait a minute…

Zixia Holy Maiden was about to stubbornly refute, but suddenly she thought of something.

Why did she feel a slight animosity towards Chu Ying?

He had only glanced at her; it was nothing. Hadn't she also scrutinized him?

Why did she feel a surge of anger in her heart?

As a Holy Daughter of a powerful faction, her beauty and charm were unparalleled, and she had countless admirers in the Eastern Wilderness Central Region. She should have long been accustomed to such gazes.

Could it be because of Yaoxi that she felt such resistance towards Chu Ying?

Zixia Holy Maiden questioned herself in her heart. She was a very intelligent and graceful person, disdaining the use of schemes.

She even considered herself transcendent and independent, rarely getting involved in the disputes among the Tianjiao of her generation in the Eastern Wilderness.

How could she feel dissatisfaction towards Chu Ying, with whom she had no previous grievances or conflicts, and had only met and spoken to a few times at most?

Thinking of this, Zixia Holy Maiden suddenly understood.

Because of Yao Ruoxi, her Dao Heart had been shattered by Chu Ying, and her heart harbored resentment and hostility towards him.

After all, Yaoxi was her sister. Even if Yaoxi was at fault, she would still side with her and naturally stand up for her.

“Alas…”

Zixia Holy Maiden sighed softly in her heart, looking at Chu Ying sincerely and nodding: “Young Master Chu is right, I do wish to travel with Young Master Chu.”

“I was a bit presumptuous just now. I hope Young Master Chu won’t take it to heart.”

“If Young Master Chu still has any unfavorable opinions of me because of Yaoxi, then I have nothing to say.”

Zixia Holy Maiden's voice was soft, already softening, or rather, correcting her own mindset.

It must be said, this woman was extremely intelligent and calm.

Chu Ying hadn't expected Zixia Holy Maiden to relent so easily. He had been waiting for her to refute him and perhaps defend Yao Ruoxi a bit.

That way, he could have a good talk with her. Anyway, he had time and wasn't afraid of the Demon Art Inheritor appearing.

But this Zixia Holy Maiden clearly didn't play by the rules.

“Ahem, I too had my rude moments. My previous words were often inappropriate. Please, Zixia Holy Maiden, don't take them to heart.”

Chu Ying had to say this.

He wouldn't hit a smiling person. While he wasn't a perfect gentleman, he wasn't a bad person either; hating the house and its crow was not his style.

He and Yao Ruoxi were strangers now, and their past was gone with the wind. Naturally, he wouldn't have any opinion of Zixia Holy Maiden because of her.

It was just a fact that he and Zixia Holy Maiden weren't really familiar.