Dashing Student

Looking at the demon clan before him, whose behavior was indistinguishable from humans, Chen Nan felt quite sentimental in his heart.

These demons had already found a way to hide themselves, which was to live hidden in human society, just like humans.

As long as they were cautious and careful, not revealing their demonic traits, usually they wouldn't be discovered at all.

Perhaps the passerby who brushed shoulders with you on the street was a demon clan in disguise.

"Song Ya, he's of your same clan, aren't you happy?"

Seeing Song Ya hang her head low, Chen Nan sighed softly.

He knew very well that Song Ya had already started to rely on him; she trusted familiar humans more than an unfamiliar clan.

"Is your name Song Ya? Don't be afraid; we are of the same clan, I won't hurt you."

The man tried to make his tone gentle, "My name is Tuo Le, come with me to meet other clan members."

Song Ya looked nervously at Chen Nan, but eventually nodded her head.

They followed Tuo Le through a small forest, and after turning a few corners, they finally met Song Ya's other clan members in a secluded place in the mountains.

These Blood Moon Cat Demons, like Tuo Le, wore hooded cloaks. Among them were males and females, old and young alike.

If you were unaware, you would think they're humans, because they looked exactly like humans.

Upon seeing Song Ya, each of them showed joyful expressions on their faces.

"Truly of the same clan, that's great!"

An elderly person stepped forward, his expression was very excited, and he immediately grabbed Song Ya's hand with loving eyes.

"Good child, you have suffered."

"How did you manage to find your way here?"

Feeling the warmth transmitted from these people, Song Ya couldn't help but have her nose turn sour.

These were her clan members of the same origin.

If she had found them earlier, perhaps her mother wouldn't have turned into a little cat.

Song Ya told them everything about her mother and her experiences, causing the faces of the Cat Demon clan members to show expressions of anger.

"Damn it, such exploitation! And to think they want us to take the blame, it's simply shameless!"

"Fortunately, you're still alive; there is hope for us in the Blood Moon Cat Demon Clan. One day, we will settle this debt with Wu Jue Zhenren!"

These words sounded encouraging, but Chen Nan knew it was merely a means to raise morale.

After all, seeking revenge against an old monster at the peak of the Nascent Soul Stage is incredibly challenging.

The elder from the Cat Demon clan came to Chen Nan, bowed deeply, and said, "Thank you, young master, for escorting Song Ya; this is a great favor to our Blood Moon Cat Demon clan."

"If the young master has any requests, please feel free to ask, and we will do our best to fulfill them."

These words made Chen Nan somewhat dissatisfied, as if his protection of Song Ya all the way was nothing more than a transaction.

"No need, I made a promise to Song Ya's mother, and she has already paid the reward."

"But sending Song Ya back to you intact, you must protect her well. If anything happens to her, I will find you to the ends of the earth!"

Chen Nan's tone was very stern, while simultaneously releasing his aura.

They surely saw over this time that his power definitely wasn't as simple as it appeared on the surface.

He did this to let them know that Song Ya wasn't alone; at the very least, she had him as a backing.

"Rest assured, young master, the number of our Blood Moon Cat Demon clan members is scarce, and each member is equally important to us."

"It better be that way." Chen Nan looked towards Song Ya, his gaze becoming much gentler.

"Song Ya, I have to leave now. If you feel wronged in any way, just come to me, no matter what, I will speak for you."

He waved his hand, a smile on his face, trying to make the separation less sad.

Song Ya could no longer hold back her tears, crying as she lunged into Chen Nan's arms.

"No, I don't want to leave you, take me with you!"

"Sigh." Chen Nan understood Song Ya's thoughts, but staying by his side was too dangerous, and Song Ya needed her own clan.

"Song Ya, there is no such thing as a never-ending feast, but I promise if there's a chance, I will definitely come to see you."

Song Ya understood many things even without it being explicitly said; she just pretended not to understand and didn't want to leave Chen Nan's side, just like how she deliberately ignored Tuo Le previously.

With a heavy heart, Chen Nan pushed Song Ya away, turning to leave, his heart tinged with a subtle sadness.

"Jue Mingzi!"

Song Ya cried without chasing after him, just tightly holding the little cat against her face.

"Mother, it's only you and me again."

Tuo Le and several other Cat Demon clan members gave a deep bow in the direction Chen Nan left.

A human so willing to help them was rare nowadays.

...

Chen Nan returned to East Qing City, feeling somewhat empty inside.

He comforted himself by saying, "Song Ya found her clan, that's a reason to be happy."

But he could never truly feel happy in his heart.

Passing by the central square, Chen Nan noticed Gu Ming still stubbornly waiting there.

Because over a month had passed without any response, not even a trace of news from Chen Nan; this made him somewhat furious.

He didn't believe that a genius who made it onto the Hidden Dragon List wouldn't come to the Ancient Realm Secret Realm.

Therefore, the lack of response was sheer disregard, turning his month-long wait into a joke.

"Chen Nan, I know you're in the city; why don't you dare to come out and see me?"

"I think you're nothing but a coward; someone like you on the Hidden Dragon List is a disgrace!"

Gu Ming stood on the platform cursing loudly, causing the onlookers who enjoyed the excitement to chime in.

"Yeah, Chen Nan doesn't even dare show his face, he's definitely scared!"

"Did the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion make a mistake this time? How can someone without any guts be on the Hidden Dragon List?"

"Haha, if someone like Chen Nan can be on the Hidden Dragon List, then I can too!"

Originally just passing by, Chen Nan's mood was already not great, and now he was being publicly insulted, which would be hard for anyone to bear.

Just then, he wanted to vent his inner frustration, so he went straight into a nearby alley.

When he came out again, he was completely transformed, his face becoming rugged.

He wore coarse cloth clothes, with a leather apron tied in front, resembling a butcher at a street corner.

With a light leap, Chen Nan landed directly in the central square.

"You keep making noise here day after day; aren't you done yet?" Chen Nan shouted rudely.

Gu Ming's eyes widened: "Get lost! What's it to you?"

Chen Nan sneered, "How is it not my business? You're fouling my ears with your insults! Perhaps Chen Nan ignores you because he thinks you're not worthy."

"What did you say?"

Gu Ming erupted in rage, releasing the aura of a Foundation Establishment ninth-level peak.

But his vision blurred, a broad hand suddenly appeared in front of him, and then a slap landed heavily on his face.

With a loud snap, Gu Ming staggered from the slap.

In an instant.

The surroundings of the square fell silent!