Chapter 2291: New Identity

Zu An was startled: "The Demon Realm is too dangerous; you shouldn't go!"

From the demons he had encountered previously, each of them possessed incredibly high cultivation. Crucially, their displayed power was still suppressed by this world; their true strength would only be higher. Moreover, once he reached the Demon Realm, he wouldn't have the aid of this world's authority, so his strength would certainly be less than it was now. He might not be able to protect them.

Ji Xiaoxi's expression darkened. Realizing her cultivation was far too low to be of any help, she felt a pang of self-pity, and for the first time, she desperately wished to cultivate and become stronger.

Pei Mianman, however, said, "A'Zu, I understand your concerns, but I've also been through several secret realms with you and can protect myself."

Xie Daoyun then meekly raised her hand: "I... I should be able to help too."

Yun Yuqing and Solun Shi also eagerly volunteered. As Zu An hesitated, Jiang Luofu spoke up: "A'Zu, I think Miss Pei makes a good point. Since the True Demon Emissary requires four Holy Maidens, there must be a reason for it. If you don't have Holy Maidens assisting you, serious problems might arise."

Zu An fell into thought. What they said indeed made some sense. Unfortunately, he hadn't had time to ask the True Demon Emissary why he needed the Holy Maidens.

Pei Mianman said in a deep voice, "A'Zu, we are also cultivators. Cultivators naturally face various dangers at any time. Only by overcoming and conquering them one by one can we become stronger. If we remain in absolute safety under your protection, how can we grow?"

Jiang Luofu added from the side, "Unless he wants to keep you locked away in a deep palace, only responsible for marrying and raising children."

Zu An glared at her playfully. "Principal Sister, I've finally experienced how sharp a Regulator's tongue can be. Please stop talking; otherwise, I'll become a great sinner."

A hint of a smile appeared on Jiang Luofu's elegant, cold face. "Do you agree now?"

"Agree, agree, how could I dare refuse?" Zu An said, rubbing his temple. He agreed, of course, not because of this small matter, but more crucially because of Mianman's words: it truly is difficult to achieve real growth while always being protected.Before meeting him, weren't all these beautiful confidantes by his side proud daughters of heaven, recognized cultivation geniuses? They were also arrogant and possessed the heart of a strong individual who refused to admit defeat. How could he, under the guise of protection, ultimately hinder their growth? Danger certainly existed, but hadn't he grown so quickly precisely by constantly hovering on the edge of life and death, breaking through his limits again and again?

Seeing him agree, a smile appeared on the faces of Pei Mianman and the other women.

Zu An said solemnly, "The Demon Race has four Holy Maidens. Let the Holy Maidens from the Rong and Wu families return. The remaining ones will be impersonated by our people."

Yun Yuqing was the first to speak. "I'll be the Rong family's Holy Maiden. I happen to have demon blood, so it won't be easy to see through my disguise." She knew that Pei Mianman was already the Yun family's Holy Maiden, so she couldn't appear under that name.

Solun Shi immediately followed, "I am originally the Solun family's Holy Maiden. I hope to lend a hand to Brother Zu this time."

Zu An was a bit worried: "This journey is too dangerous. Princess, perhaps you should go back and discuss it with your father."

Solun Shi shook her head slightly. "My father will definitely agree, and even if he doesn't, he can't control me. As for the danger, since none of the other sisters are afraid, why should I be? As a Demon Race Princess, I, too, am constantly surrounded by danger."

The expressions of the other women nearby turned a bit strange. *We have that kind of relationship with A'Zu; do you as well?* This woman seemed to have an unusual fondness for A'Zu.

Seeing her insistence, Zu An found it difficult to say anything. While he didn't know the Holy Maidens of the Wu and Rong families, he considered Solun Shi a friend. It would be truly inexcusable to take her spot in front of her.

At this moment, Xie Daoyun quietly said from the side, "I can be the Wu family's Holy Maiden. From our previous encounters, the Wu family seems skilled in array formation and defensive techniques, which also happens to be my area of expertise. Impersonating her shouldn't be a problem."

Zu An nodded slightly. Xie Daoyun's abilities indeed offered significant auxiliary support.

Suddenly, a faint voice spoke from beside them: "Brother Zu, I want to go too."

Everyone turned around and saw Ji Xiaoxi's timid yet earnest gaze.

Before Zu An could say anything, Pei Mianman and Xie Daoyun simultaneously advised, "Xiaoxi, this journey is too dangerous. You should stay here and support us instead."

Ji Xiaoxi shook her head. "Sister Pei's words just now deeply moved me. Being perpetually well-protected means never truly growing. My father always handled various dangers for me in advance, keeping others away, which I'm truly grateful for. But on the other hand, it's also frustrating; many things become too boring this way. I want to experience different things, and even more, I want to be able to help Brother Zu..." At this point, her small face suddenly flushed. "I have some experience in medicine and elixirs, so I should be able to help all the sisters then."

The women thought to themselves, *You want to help your Brother Zu, don't you?* However, since she had put it that way, they couldn't dissuade her further. It would be a bit unkind to try and lock the doors once they were already in the car. So, one by one, they looked at Zu An, waiting for his decision.

Zu An felt a headache coming on. If he really agreed, Ji Dengtu would probably come after him with his life if he found out. Of course, that wasn't the main concern; the primary issue was that Ji Xiaoxi's cultivation was indeed too low. A slight oversight could lead to her demise.

Just as he was about to refuse, he suddenly met her gaze, which was filled with both expectation and apprehension.

For a moment, he recalled the years they had adventured together, and later, when he was imprisoned by the Embroidered Uniform Guard and she bravely brought him medicine when he left Mingyue City. Her feelings were deep and sincere. If he refused her now, he would likely break her heart completely.

But this journey was truly too dangerous. He himself felt uncertain about the Demon Realm, let alone the even more terrifying Doomsday Beasts there.

As he hesitated, Jiang Luofu, who had been silent all this time, spoke up: "Xiaoxi and I will go together. I'll help look after her then."

"You?" Zu An was stunned. Jiang Luofu's cultivation was certainly not an issue, but he hadn't expected her to volunteer.

"Can't I?" Under his gaze, Jiang Luofu's elegant, cold face flushed slightly.

"Of course you can, but now that we have all four Holy Maidens, if you two join, I don't know what identities to arrange for you." Zu An gave an awkward laugh, secretly marveling at how beautiful the Principal's black stockings were, finding it hard to look away.

Jiang Luofu and Ji Xiaoxi both frowned. This was indeed a big problem.

At this moment, Yun Yuqing let out a giggle. "Brother Zu, I have an idea."

"What is it?" Zu An asked curiously.

"We're entering as the Holy Maidens of the four great demon clans. Is Brother Zu planning to impersonate the True Demon Emissary?" Yun Yuqing asked.

"Exactly." Zu An admitted candidly. He hadn't kept his disguise skills a secret; the women around him knew more or less about it.

Yun Yuqing smiled. "Then it's simple. As far as I know, that True Demon Emissary is quite the playboy. Back at the Yun family, he often had my second uncle prepare beautiful maids for him. It would be strange for such a person not to have women around.""Little Sister Xiaoxi is soft and adorable, perfectly suited for such a role. As for Sister Jiang," Yun Yuqing's expression became a bit mischievous, "we can set her up as a proud female cultivator whom the True Demon Emissary encountered here, conquered, and took as a female slave."

Zu An: "!!!"

Jiang Luofu: "???"

The women: "..."

Seeing Jiang Luofu's face quickly flush, Yun Yuqing hurriedly said, "Sister Jiang, please don't be angry. Think about it: your dignified and elegant temperament doesn't suit a docile, obedient maid. On the contrary, if we portray you as a female slave who fought fiercely but was defeated, and who is constantly looking for opportunities to retaliate, it would be much more logical."

Zu An gave an awkward smile. "Yuqing, don't joke around. How could Principal Sister..."

At this moment, Jiang Luofu suddenly spoke: "Alright, this setup is indeed quite reasonable."

Zu An: "???"