Yuan Xi raised a hand and picked up the Uniting Dao Pearl, examining it carefully before confirming, "Now this is interesting. There were three Uniting Dao Pearls, and we actually snatched two of them. If those fellows from Flowing Light Uniting Dao City find out, they'll probably die of rage!"
As she spoke, she raised a hand and patted Lu Ye on the shoulder. "Well done. I'll remember this merit of yours. Just tell me whatever you want, and I'll satisfy you."
Lu Ye did not particularly want anything. He did want to ask about Fang's advancement, but the matter was of great importance, and he was unwilling to consult Yuan Xi about it. Not to mention that she most likely would not know either—even if she did, Lu Ye did not intend to expose Fang's existence to an outsider.
As though she had seen through his thoughts, Yuan Xi said, "We can put it on account for now. If you have any ideas later, tell me directly. So long as it is within my means, I will not refuse."
"Then I thank City Lord in advance." Lu Ye clasped his fists.
Lu Ye did not know how much sincerity Yuan Xi's words contained, nor could he judge whether she would go back on them later. In any case, his original intention in handing over the Uniting Dao Pearl had only been to make plans for himself. Merit or no merit did not matter.
Still, this gave him some ties to Yuan Xi City.
Yuan Xi casually tossed the second Uniting Dao Pearl into the recess as well. Lu Ye watched as the two pearls swiftly merged into one, and even that gentle glow seemed to brighten noticeably.
"Great Commander."
"Here!"
"The Uniting Dao City has only just begun and