Chapter 1455: Highly Talented
Legend had it that the younger daughter of Empress Yue Su was born with congenital deficiencies and illnesses. That was why the empress gave her much love and raised her in the deep palace. Later, she was sent to the Xixa Abode to nurture her body and practice martial arts.
Xixa Abode was neutrally aligned and boasted very few disciples. They rarely made an appearance as well. That was why very few people were aware of Princess Yue Ling, and why she was shrouded in a thick veil of mystery.
Jin Manshan had never made contact with Princess Yue Ling until now. In fact, he rarely interacted with the Profound Moon Dynasty at all. Maybe it was because the women of the Profound Moon Dynasty practiced martial arts of supreme yin, but they were all cold and lofty, proud and unfeeling. Dealing with them was difficult even for an accomplished businessman like him.
His sentiment wasn’t his alone. Many people were unwilling to interact with the Profound Moon Dynasty as well.
That was why he couldn’t understand why Princess Yue Ling had chosen to visit his island. According to her, she was in the middle of visiting a friend on behalf of her master, though the demonic fire had beset and entrapped her ship halfway. It was only thanks to a senior that she was saved, and due to the circumstances she had no choice but to take refuge in Gold Island.
Jin Manshan felt that her explanation was a little far-fetched, though that wasn’t the point. The point was that she had shown up at the worst possible timing.
If this was any other time, he would be delighted to welcome such a prestigious character. After all, if he could form a connection with the Profound Moon Dynasty, it would greatly benefit the development of Gold Island as a matter of course.
However, she had shown up while they were being beset by the Sea Burning Demonic Fire, meaning that he had neither the time nor energy to receive her at all. Not only that, he had to split his attention and take care of her instead. After all, there would be hell to pay if anything happened to her.
Sure, Princess Yue Ling was neither pampered nor arrogant. She wasn’t as lofty and untouchable as most members of the Profound Moon Dynasty either. On the contrary, she was relatively amiable and approachable. She had even done a lot of work of her own accord in the past couple days. To be honest though, he would rather she stayed in her room and did nothing at all. At the very least, he wouldn’t need to worry about her safety and wellbeing.
“I have already recovered from my injuries. You do not need to worry about my health.”
Yue Ling’s eyes were bright and clear as if they were covered in a sheen of moonlight. She also seemed to have guessed Jin Manshan’s worries and thoughts and said, “Considering the circumstances, we need to work together as one to overcome this crisis. That is why I don’t want you to treat me like an outsider or a princess of the Profound Moon Dynasty. Just pretend that I’m one of your subordinates and order me to do anything as you please. There is no need to hold back whatsoever.”
“Finally, do not forget that I am a Half-Sage. Should danger arrive, I am more than prepared to protect myself.”