Ming Zhitian nodded, "No problem. Since you've asked, I'll stay for a few more days before returning."
Tian Nanjie was overjoyed. "That's right! Come, I'll arrange a room for you."
After everything was settled and Ming Zhitian was treated as an honored guest, many guest elders felt envious but helpless, as his strength was evident.
At night, Hong Liefeng gently knocked on the door. "Ming Zhitian, are you… asleep?"
The lamp was brightly lit. Wasn't that an obvious question? Ming Zhitian replied, "Not yet. Speak if you have something to say."
Hong Liefeng asked, "Can I come in?"
Ming Zhitian said, "It's too late. A man and a woman alone. You're a general, it'll affect your reputation."
Hong Liefeng asked, "Are you still angry about my brother's business today?"
Ming Zhitian opened the door. "No, I don't mind."
She was wearing a thin red nightgown, revealing what should be seen and what shouldn't. Ming Zhitian couldn't help but choke.
Hong Liefeng tiptoed to peek inside. "Are you alone?"
Ming Zhitian frowned, leaning against the door. "Who else would I be with?"
Hong Liefeng asked, "Oh, are you staying because of me?"
Ming Zhitian glanced at her. "No."
Hong Liefeng seemed a little disappointed and asked, "Then why? Have you remembered our good times?"
Ming Zhitian disagreed. "I'm staying because of Elder Tian Nan's words, and that's all."
Hong Liefeng said, "Tian Nan? Oh, you mean Kupaara. So, will you be staying forever?"
Ming Zhitian shook her head. "I'm only staying for a few days, then I'll return."
Hong Liefeng sounded reluctant. "Only a few days? If I asked you to stay, would you?"
Ming Zhitian shook her head. "No. The vast Hong family can accommodate all things, but not all people. This is something you all should ponder deeply."
Hong Liefeng looked up. "It seems you still hold a grudge."
Ming Zhitian nodded slightly. "More or less."
"Achoo!"
Hong Liefeng, wearing only a thin nightgown, caught a chill. Ming Zhitian quickly took off his outer garment and draped it over her shoulders.
"Go back, get some sleep."
Hong Liefeng felt a warmth, but the next moment, Ming Zhitian shivered and quickly closed the door.
Standing at the doorway for a long time, Ming Zhitian almost caught a cold.
How many men had desired her in the past, yet Ming Zhitian was unmoved? Even the four young masters of Bo Qiang doted on her, only to be met with her indifference.
Hong Liefeng now deeply understood the sense of loss from the many men she had rejected.
The next day, Tian Nanjie took Ming Zhitian to the Demon City. King Hong Tie ordered him to have fun, with all expenses covered.
As a Great General, Hong Liefeng had her duties. Although she wanted to accompany them, she was unable to.
…
Oli Family Mansion…
Having lost two experts at the Deified Realm in succession, Oli Cha's father flew into a rage and confined him.
Oli Cha, resentful of Ming Zhitian, said to Oli Ha, "Brother, get rid of him for me."
Oli Ha understood. "Don't worry, brother. Leave it to me."
…
Tian Nanjie introduced the four famous spots in the Demon City: "Divine Blessing, Spring of a Thousand Washes, Glory of the Demon Land, and The Sky's Edge."
Ming Zhitian nodded. "They sound good. Let's go and explore."
Upon arriving at Divine Blessing, they saw a formless statue of a deity. Its appearance was unclear, but it was a god. Anyone in the Demon City would come to worship it.
Tian Nanjie explained, "This is the god Uo'ni, the god of the underworld. She represents the Demon Sect and is the guardian deity of victory that every demon yearns for. As long as you approach her, you will receive the blessing of protection and be able to detect if you are human or ghost."
Ming Zhitian became somewhat interested. "Is it that magical?"
Tian Nanjie walked forward first. A light of the sun and moon shining together descended from above. Tian Nanjie was enveloped by the light and then vanished.