Chapter 1715

Catherine and the Shanahans were elated to hear of Severin's return. They had feared that he might not return from his journey to the secluded sect since the path of attainment often necessitated letting go of many human connections. Zachariah was thrilled to hear the news and rushed outside too. He had expected to see Sheila, but the only woman standing beside Severin was someone he did not know. "Who might this be, Severin?" Judith asked as she approached Gilda curiously. Maurice looked at Severin with a knowing smile, unsurprised that his son's outstanding qualities would attract yet another beautiful woman. Severin smiled and introduced them to everyone. "This is Gilda, daughter of the Skyblue Sect's leader." Then, as if to pause for emphasis, he finally said, "She's also my girlfriend." "Why'd you have to be so blunt about it?" Gilda was taken aback by how candid Severin was in announcing that they were dating. She felt a little embarrassed and shot him a glare as a result.