Seeing this, Zu An frowned slightly. This place was so chaotic and mixed that it would probably be difficult to investigate.
Next, they arrived at the largest inn in town, and Zu'an went straight to the innkeeper to inquire about Pei Mianman's whereabouts.
The shopkeeper shook his head: "People come and go here every day, how can we remember so many people?"
Zu'an sensed the insincerity in his words, his face darkened, and he was about to resort to some means when the Holy Maiden beside him took off her cloak and said softly, "Boss, please think carefully. That Miss Pei is very important to us."
As she removed her hood, the entire dimly lit hall seemed to brighten by a third.
Upon seeing her beautiful and serene face, the shopkeeper was stunned, pointing at her with a trembling voice: "You are...you are..."
"It's the Holy Maiden! It's the Holy Maiden!"
Other patrons nearby recognized him and exclaimed in surprise and delight.
The entire inn erupted in excitement as everyone crowded around her, yet each person remained perfectly at ease, stopping at least three feet away from her, as if worried that getting too close would be disrespectful.
Although it wasn't the first time he'd witnessed a similar scene, Zuan couldn't help but sigh at how high the Holy Maiden's status was among the demon race.
The saintess nodded to those around her: "I came out this time because a friend of mine has gone missing. Has anyone here seen my friend?"
He immediately gave a general description of Pei Mianman's characteristics.
Zuan was initially worried about not having any leads, but to his surprise, many people raised their hands in an instant: "I've seen it! I've seen it!"
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