Ye Tian's response made Yang Haohan smile and nod.
"Work hard, little one. I look forward to the day the Number One Demon Hunter Squad earns its exclusive title!"
Sheng Yue swept his gaze over them and took over.
"Kid, you did well stopping Cai'er from acting recklessly just now."
Ye Tian calmly shook his head. "You're too kind, Hero. It was what I should have done."
Sheng Yue fell silent for a while before slowly speaking again.
"Cai'er has suffered greatly since she was young. I don't know why she values you so highly, nor do I know what it is about you that draws her in."
"But since Cai'er values you, I won't interfere too much."
"Still, I hope you can protect her in future battles and not betray her feelings!"
Hearing this, Ye Tian's expression turned serious as well.
He clenched his right fist over his heart, his voice firm and powerful. "Please rest assured, Hero. I will never let Cai'er down."
"I hope you truly can do that."
Sheng Yue nodded noncommittally, though his expression softened considerably.
"Also, you saw the ability Cai'er intended to use just now. She still cannot fully control it, and every use causes her tremendous harm."
"Unless you are at a life-or-death juncture, never let Cai'er use that ability lightly."
Recalling the terrifying killing intent that had erupted from Cai'er, Ye Tian nodded again.
"Rest assured, Hero. I won't let things reach that point."
"With your strength, you are indeed qualified to say that!"
This was the first time Sheng Yue had expressed approval of Ye Tian.
"That is all I have to say. Lastly, remember this: both you and Cai'er are important to the Alliance. As the captain of a Demon Hunter Squad, never allow yourself or your teammates to