First, he valued her abilities and wanted her to work for him in the future.
Given the nature of Leng Yuexin's cultivation art, she would be well suited to commanding a force of death warriors in the future, provided she agreed to have a Primordial Spirit Restriction planted in her.
Second, perhaps he sympathized with her.
Liu Yu could now be certain that the Azure Yang Art was most likely a demonic cultivation art.
In a sense, they were both "outsiders" within the Sects.
Although the Azure Yang Art was nowhere near as cruel as Leng Yuexin's Blood Baleful Art in certain respects, and he himself appeared normal.
But that was all it was-an appearance of normality.
Once he unleashed the Azure Yang Demonic Flame, its properties would expose the demonic nature of his art beyond doubt. That was why Liu Yu had always minimized its use before his fellow disciples.
There was also the Ten-Thousand Souls Banner. Once he used this treasure, he would probably never wash away his reputation for cruelty.
Unlike Leng Yuexin, however, Liu Yu was not isolated and helpless. Even if he was branded a demonic cultivator, he would not face any overt exclusion.
Simply because he was powerful enough, had already reached the Golden Core Realm, enjoyed good relations with the Yan Household and Li Household, and could create sufficient value.
Ever since I grew weary of searching, I have learned to find my mark at first glance; ever since a headwind swept toward me
"Thank you for helping me, Martial Uncle Qing Yang."
Outside the hall, Leng Yuexin suddenly stopped and cupped her hands in thanks.
A gentle breeze stirred her long, scarlet hair.
Though she was expressing gratitude, the smile she forced out was stiff, and her expression remained somewhat gloomy.