Xu Yi had just helped Qiu Wa light up the jade disc when a sound came from outside the door. He activated a spell and immediately sensed that it was Jiang Ming.
Used in conjunction with a spell, A Li's Origin Seal Bead could not only control its recipient but also, within a certain range, reveal the recipient's location.
Xu Yi gave Qiu Wa a heads-up. She instantly turned back into a Grass Ring and clung to his finger.
Xu Yi opened the door. Jiang Ming entered, his face ashen.
As soon as the door's wards shut, Jiang Ming said, "Why did you provoke Greedy Snake? Why provoke that Madman? Everyone knows he's a Madman. Why pick a fight with one..."
While he was still worked up, a sudden burst of agony struck him. He let out a scream, and the pain vanished at once. Xu Yi was staring at him with a dark expression. Jiang Ming felt as though he'd fallen into an ice cellar, cold to the bone.
"There are three things you need to understand. First, remember your place. We're not partners; I control you. Keep that straight, especially when your emotions are running high. It'll help you live longer. Second, I didn't provoke Greedy Snake. He provoked me. Third, now that we've crossed paths, panicking won't help. What matters is finding a way to deal with the trouble in front of us."
Xu Yi stared at Jiang Ming. There wasn't a hint of panic in his eyes, and his voice was utterly calm.
Whether Jiang Ming had been frightened or infected by Xu Yi's composure, his face finally returned to normal. He bowed slightly to Xu Yi and said, "You're right, esteemed brother. I'll remember your words. Let me report what happened. First, the Origin Bead