Nian Yuexian's action directly left Cheng Xiu like a powerful bow drawn to its limit, yet the sharp arrow on the string simply could not be released. It was beyond uncomfortable.
When he saw Lu Ye return, Cheng Xiu looked as if he had been granted a pardon, hurriedly signaling to Lu Ye with his eyes, his expression pleading.
Lu Ye took in the situation here and felt both amused and exasperated. He had no idea how Cheng Xiu had provoked Nian Yuexian to be tormented like this.
He stepped forward a few paces, cupped his fists, and said, "My lord, this subordinate has returned from patrol. There are no abnormalities within a hundred li. Please give your instructions!"
Nian Yuexian gave a soft mm, then said, "Come find me later. I have something to tell you."
"Yes!" Lu Ye answered. When he raised his head again, Nian Yuexian had already vanished without a trace.
Beside him, Cheng Xiu had nearly collapsed, his calves trembling as he said, "Brother Lu... trouble you to come help me up!"
A moment later, inside the Bamboo Lodge, some color finally returned to Cheng Xiu's pale face, and he looked at Lu Ye with deep emotion.
To be able to serve under that person and still remain so unscathed could be considered a skill in itself.
He grumbled inwardly, but did not dare voice the slightest complaint. The divine sense perception of a great Divine Sea Realm cultivator was no joke; how could he dare say anything disrespectful?
He spoke only of proper business and handed over the Explosive Fire Spirit Stones to Lu Ye.
After he finished counting the number, Lu Ye said, "Brother Cheng, when you go back, pass a message to your lord for me. Tell him to change the delivery