Chapter 336 - 91: Night Exploration
After roaming around the Grand Realm of Light and admiring some of its most iconic wonders, Lu Hong, urged by the Holy King, could only stay and return to Nong Hua’s place with Anna as the sunset descended.
"How was your day?" Nong Hua handed over two cups of tea, smiling.
"Not bad, the architectural style here is quite unique."
"Of course, it is said to be inspired by the dream travels of the original Holy King through the divine realms." Nong Hua appeared to have other matters to attend to and didn’t chat much longer with Lu Hong before preparing to leave, "I have arranged your lodgings, my disciple will take you there. I have also informed them that you have no restrictions within the Grand Light Palace, feel free to visit anywhere you wish without worry."
"Thank you for your kindness, Archbishop." Anna revered Nong Hua greatly, this being only her second meeting with him. The first had been during a crisis the night before, with no opportunity for proper introductions, and she was just about to bow deeply when Lu Hong held her back.
Anna, recalling what Piao Miao had previously suggested about Lu Hong’s identity, quickly understood and felt a warmth in her heart.
She was an imperial hero, the wife of Baron Yitian, whose rank was not high, yet his fame rivaled that of the country’s ruler. It was fitting to show respect to the Archbishop of the Holy Court, but profound obeisance would be excessive.
"Little maid, spare your formalities." Nong Hua chuckled, then pulled a jade pendant from his waist pouch, "This treasure, which I’ve kept with me since my earlier years, I now gift to you as a token of our meeting."
"This..." Anna hesitated to accept it, knowing well that the personal accessory of an Archbishop was stamped with his identity, and what Nong Hua was offering was not just a magical artifact, but his protection.
Lu Hong was very pleased and urged Anna to accept, "What are you waiting for?"