"Since A Li is here, let's settle an old matter today. A Li, remove our Young Master Feng Jiu's Water Source Mark."
Xu Yi gave the order.
A Li said, "Oh," and flicked his little hand. Two shimmering clouds of water emerged from Feng Jiu's abdomen and chest, slipped into A Li's palm, and vanished.
Feng Jiu instantly transformed into human form. He stared at Xu Yi in astonishment, unable to figure out what he was up to.
"Brother Jiu, you're free. Where you go from here is up to you."
It was true that Xu Yi was the sort who repaid every grievance. On the other hand, he was also especially grateful to those who had helped him.
When he had first bound Feng Jiu with the Water Source Mark, he would have killed him long ago if Feng Jiu hadn't still been useful. He would have finished him off.
But after spending so much time together, Feng Jiu had earned his share of credit and hardship alike. The murderous intent Xu Yi had once felt toward him had long since faded.
Feng Jiu had never imagined Xu Yi would set him free so readily. His opinion of Xu Yi improved a little.
Then he remembered something and glared. "You—you think you can do this? I'm not your servant, to come when called and leave when dismissed!"
"Brother Jiu, what are you unhappy about?" Xu Yi asked. "Could it be you want a hardship allowance?"
Feng Jiu gave a cold snort. "You showed mercy to Long Jianji, Tu Kun, and that bunch of bastards. They may not appreciate it. You're human; if things go wrong, you can simply return to the Northern Sacred Court. But the Winter Palace Token and I left traces in front of Long Jianji and