Although Xiao Xinghe had roots in the Crimson Blood Sect, he was ultimately now a disciple of Azure Emperor City, separated from the Crimson Blood Sect by a layer. How could he possibly be as appealing to Liu Yuemei as Lu Yiye, a legitimate Crimson Blood Sect disciple?
If she could bring Lu Yiye to Startled Waves Lake Pass, then whether he lived or died would not be entirely up to Liu Yuemei?
She had only just suffered the pain of losing her son. Though she had personally killed that Li Taibai, the fury and grief deep in her heart had been difficult to vent. Now that Lu Ye had entered her sight at such a time, how could she not have ideas?
That was why Lu Ye had come here in person despite knowing full well that things would become very complicated if he did.
He was bait—a fishhook bait meant to lure Liu Yuemei in!
"I fear I must disappoint Pass Master Liu's generous regard. This subordinate is currently serving in the Law Enforcement Division, and this is also this subordinate's first official assignment. Having failed to handle it properly, I am already too ashamed to face Division Head Qian. How could I join another's command at such a time?"
"You very much want to handle this assignment well?"
"Of course."
"Good!" Liu Yuemei cried sharply. "Upon consideration, you came bearing Division Head Qian's warrant. This Pass Master must give Division Head Qian some face as well. Since you wish to handle this assignment well, this Pass Master will give you an opportunity. Whether you can seize it will depend on your own ability!"
Lu Ye raised a brow. "Truly?"
Liu Yuemei gave a faint, cold laugh. "Though this Pass Master is a woman, I have always kept