"We're almost there!" Isha looked ahead and could see a massive and towering palace in the distance.
"Is that the Dragon God Palace?" Bexia exclaimed, amazed by the colossal structure before them. The palace was so huge that it seemed more like a city, definitely not something that could be built by human hands.
The Trial Ground surrounded the Dragon God Palace, a colossal basin, and the palace itself stood right in the center of the basin.
"Where is Goddess?" Isha pointed downwards at a few distant tents and said, "I can vaguely see a few priestesses over there."
"Let's pick up the pace!" Isha excitedly exclaimed, not caring about their exhaustion. With a quick leap from the side, they swiftly descended, using the force of the fall to slide down towards the basin.
Bexia followed closely behind, feeling a surge of excitement. After all, they were here to find Long Momo, and soon they would finally meet her. For some reason, their heart felt a flutter of excitement.
"Who?!" The vigilant priestesses noticed the commotion and immediately drew their ceremonial swords from their waists. When they saw Bexia standing beside Isha, their cautious gaze shifted towards this unfamiliar man.
"It's okay, they're with us!" Isha waved her hand to reassure them and said, "This is Goddess's friend!"
"Yes, Lord Isha!" The priestesses sheathed their swords upon hearing Isha's words. However, they continued to keep a watchful eye on Bexia. In times like these, they needed to remain cautious no matter who it was.
"Where is Goddess?" Isha asked the two priestesses.
"Goddess is resting inside the tent. We had a battle with the Divine Child this morning, and Goddess suffered a minor setback," one of the priestesses truthfully answered.
"A battle?!" Isha anxiously asked, "How is Goddess? Is she injured?"
"Goddess only exhausted herself, but there are no injuries," the priestess replied.
"Then let's wait for her to recover for now. She needs to rest," Isha decided.
"We're lucky you're here, Lord Isha. We're currently at a disadvantage. The Divine Child has somehow managed to gather most of the other competitors to his side, and we're lacking manpower!" The priestess sighed with relief as she looked at Isha.
"Whoosh!" At that moment, the entrance curtains of the tent were lifted. When the figure inside revealed her face, Bexia was stunned and exclaimed in surprise, "Sister Lux!"
"Huh? Bexia, what are you doing here?" Sister Lux also wore a bewildered expression, not expecting to bump into Bexia here. However, she was well aware of the secret of the Anzu Dragon Space and quickly guessed how Bexia had gotten in.
"Sister Lux, what's going on..." Bexia glanced at Lux, donned in black priestess attire, her glasses removed, emanating a mature and enchanting aura that was completely different from her appearance as a nun.
"I'm actually an Anzu person. As for why I'm in the Kingdom of Asman, it's a bit complicated to explain. If we have time in the future, I can tell you my story," Lux explained, adding, "My real name is actually Long Nisi, but you can call me Lux."
"Alright! I'll call you Sister Long Nisi then!" Bexia didn't pry further, understanding that everyone had their own secrets. Sometimes, digging too deeply would only destroy the existing relationship. Besides, Christine... no, Long Nisi had said that she would explain when they had the chance. Why bother pressing for answers now?
"So, Sister Long Nisi, are you helping Sis Dragon now?" Bexia asked curiously.
"Yes! Long Momo agreed to a condition, so I decided to help her!" Long Nisi said with a playful smile.
"I see!" Bexia looked understanding.
"Did you go through the trial? Did your teacher send you?" Long Nisi asked.
"Yes, and I also wanted to come and help Sis Dragon!" Bexia nodded.
"Long Momo is really lucky to have Betty, such a good guy, interested in her, unlike her sister who is already unwanted!" Long Nisi deliberately said in a joking manner, earning a roll of the eyes from Bexia. He knew that if he responded, he would be teased again, so he cleverly remained silent.
As for the charm of Long Nisi, Bexia could confidently say that as soon as she spoke, she could easily attract a crowd of admirers in Shen Plaza.
"Betty, you don't care about your sister at all~! Have you changed your feelings?" Long Nisi glanced at Bexia with a slight tone of complaint, making him feel protective of her. If someone didn't know the situation, they would think that Bexia had done something terrible to make her so upset.
However, in reality, Long Nisi had a wicked personality.
"Long Nisi, stop fooling around, people are watching! Don't you feel embarrassed?"
"Oh dear! Are you implying that it's okay to embarrass me when my sister is not around?" Long Nisi said without any awareness.
"Please be mindful of your status, Lady Long Nisi!" Isha said softly to Long Nisi. She and Long Nisi knew each other. It was Isha who had come to find Long Nisi initially. And at Anzu many years ago, Long Nisi was a celebrity, a shrine maiden at that time. If there hadn't been some trouble along the way, Long Momo would still be the shrine maiden of the Great Dragon Church.
In terms of status, Long Nisi and Long Momo were equal. Moreover, since Long Momo had invited her as a helper, Long Nisi's status was higher than Isha's, so it was normal to address her as "Lady".
After being called by Isha, Long Nisi finally restrained herself. She was familiar with Bexia and could joke around with him, but her relationship with Isha and the others was not as good, so she restrained herself.
Bexia and Long Nisi continued their conversation. As the night approached, the tent's curtain was pulled open once again, and Long Momo, wearing the familiar shrine maiden outfit from Bexia's memories, walked out. When she saw Bexia, her eyes widened in disbelief, but then she bit her lip, her eyes slightly red, and calmly asked, "Bexia, why are you here?"
"Of course, I came to find Sis Dragon! We agreed that I would help you, and if it doesn't work, I'll take you away with me," Bexia replied.
"You idiot!" Long Momo suddenly laughed. This was the most touching thing she had heard in these days. Even Burst King Bor would find it difficult to participate in such matters, but he believed that he could help her. How foolish!
But she completely misunderstood. Bexia didn't come here solely with passionate determination; he really had the ability to take her away, but he didn't say it explicitly.
"Actually, we don't need to be so pessimistic. As long as Sis Dragon wins, it will be fine!" Bexia smiled confidently.
"It's not that simple. This time, I am definitely at a disadvantage!" Long Momo sighed. Now, the entire church is siding with Long Hao. Even her parents are ready to marry her off to Long Hao. Apart from the attendants who grew up with her, the church has not provided her with any support. It is evident how bad the situation she is facing now.