Xu Yi said, "Since I've already agreed, there's no reason to go back on my word. But I'll need all the relevant information, in great detail—anything related to Guanglong Hall or Qingxing City. If I complete the task, what kind of reward will the sect offer?"
True Man Scarlet Fire was straightforward, and he had no desire to beat around the bush.
True Man Scarlet Fire looked at him with mild surprise. "You're certainly greedy. You've only just entered the Inner Sect, and already you've been appointed head of a branch hall. That alone is a reward for an Inner Sect Disciple. Doing a good job as branch hall master is simply your duty. What merit is there to speak of? As I said, if you think you can't do it, I won't force you."
Xu Yi cursed his stinginess under his breath. But now that the title of branch hall master had landed in his lap, he would never give it up. "I'm only asking whatever comes to mind, with no selfish motives. May I ask if there's anything else you'd like to instruct me on?"
True Man Scarlet Fire said, "As head of Guanglong Hall, avoiding mistakes will count as merit. Remember, don't be timid, but don't bring the sky crashing down either. In short, you'll have to judge for yourself how forceful or restrained to be."
"Your words are wise, senior. I have one more request, though it may be asking too much. I hope you'll agree."
True Man Scarlet Fire gave him a look. "Go ahead, but don't push it."
Xu Yi then made his request.
True Man Scarlet Fire wondered what scheme he was up to, but agreed all the same. He immediately went into the inner hall. An attendant led Xu Yi to a