Sage of Humanity

Although Xiao Xinghe appeared bold, his thinking was extremely meticulous, deducing some things after just a few short sentences.

Being summoned clearly was the merit of his little junior brother, as he didn't believe he could attract the attention of the Justice Department on his own strength and talent.

From this, it seemed that his little junior brother was quite favored by the Department Chief Qian Wudang; otherwise, he wouldn't have been given this authority, allowing him to personally summon people.

His little junior brother considered him, so he naturally couldn't just think of himself.

This Jinglan Lake Pass, others might find leaving simple, but for him, escaping was extremely difficult; if he were to truly let his little junior brother face that vicious woman, things would become very complicated.

Lu Ye said, "Rest assured, senior brother, if things truly can't be done, I won't force it. I ask you to bear with it here for the time being; I will look for another opportunity to get you out in the future."

Wanting to move Xiao Xinghe this time, the key was whether Jinglan Lake Pass would let him go, and the initiative was completely in Liew Yuemei's hands. If she insisted on not letting him go and gave no face to Qian Wudang, Lu Ye would have not a shred of chance.

If that's the case, don't blame him for targeting the disciples of the Tianyuan Sect.

Most cultivators are unruly, always inadvertently offending the guard discipline somewhere; how could the disciples of the Tianyuan Sect be exempt?

Only many things are harmless, go unreported, and are not pursued.

But if the people from the Justice Department are watching...everyone makes mistakes, just take Lu Ye himself as an example. Leaving Cangyan Mountain Pass together with Nian Yuexian for two months, upon real investigation, would be tantamount to a charge of dereliction of duty, and even Nian Yuexian wouldn't escape.

Lu Ye felt that upon returning this time, he should carefully study the guard discipline, as he will inevitably need to use it while working in the Justice Department.

Xiao Xinghe nodded, "With you saying this, I'm relieved."

It was apparent that this little junior brother of his was not impulsive. There's a fear that Lu Ye, in his youthful vigor, might insist on taking him away from this place, which would lead to an uncontrollable situation.

Bang bang bang, the door vibrated as someone outside beat on it fiercely.

Lu Ye turned his head abruptly, his gaze instantly growing cold.

Normally, cultivators searching for people wouldn't be so rude. Should anyone be in seclusion, such disturbances are inappropriate. Previously, when Cultivator Wang came here, he merely lightly touched the restriction to remind Xiao Xinghe of a visitor, whether Xiao Xinghe saw him or not depending on his intentions.

This time, however, someone was rudely beating on the door, clearly with ill intent.

Judging by the other party's posture, if not for some concerns, they would've probably barged in.

Xiao Xinghe comforted, "Don't be anxious, junior brother."

He stood up to open the door, finding a youth with an impatient expression standing outside. He couldn't help but frown, "Senior Brother Chen Ke, is there something wrong?"

The youth named Chen Ke glanced at Xiao Xinghe disdainfully, sweeping his gaze inside to Lu Ye and Lin Yinxiu.

"Move aside!" Chen Ke raised a hand, pushing Xiao Xinghe to the side, spirit force surging, showcasing his impressive True Lake Level 7 cultivation.

He strode straight into the room, looking down at Lu Ye, "You are from the Justice Department?"

Lu Ye slowly stood up, meeting his eyes directly, "Correct!"

Chen Ke snorted, "The Lord Mountain Pass Chief requests your presence, follow me."

"Pass Chief Liew?"

"Naturally."

Lu Ye mused at the swift response of the other party; he had only been here shortly, yet news had already reached them.

However, it was understandable, as this place was Jinglan Lake Pass, essentially her territory, and she was a Divine Sea Realm cultivator, how could she not be aware?

Cher Zixiong didn't want to handle Lu Ye's summoning of Xiao Xinghe, finding an excuse to absent himself, but now someone capable of handling the matter appeared, which suited Lu Ye just fine.

"Lead the way!"

Chen Ke's mouth twitched into a meaningful smile, then he turned and left the room, flying off in one direction.

Lu Ye and the others followed closely behind.

Xiao Xinghe seemed uneasy, quietly advising Lu Ye, "Since you arrived here for me, you must know the grievances between Liew Yuemei and the sect. Although you now have the Justice Department's protection, you still need to act cautiously before her. She just experienced the pain of losing a child and is irrational, who knows what crazy actions she might take."

"I understand, senior brother, rest assured." Lu Ye nodded.

Following Chen Ke, they quickly returned to the previous grand hall.

Cher Zixiong was still nowhere to be seen, but there was a more desolate figure inside the hall, none other than Liew Yuemei.

Lu Ye had a deep impression of this woman; after all, Li Taibai was almost beaten to death by her a few days ago...

However, she probably couldn't have imagined that Li Taibai, whom she believed was certainly dead, was now alive and publicly appeared before her.

"Pass Chief, I've brought the people." Chen Ke cupped his fists.

Liew Yuemei stood there quietly, but her icy gaze was fixed on Lu Ye, her eyes suddenly overflowing with boundless hatred and murderous intent.

Without any warning, the might of the strong cultivator in the Divine Sea Realm suddenly spread.

Lu Ye, who was about to salute, instantly felt pressure like a mountain. His figure bent slightly, his bones creaking. Behind him, although Xiao Xinghe wasn't directly targeted, he was injured, and the residual wave made him groan.

Lin Yinxiu was the least affected; her cultivation was higher than the other two, and unlike Lu Ye, she wasn't targeted. But under the might of the strong cultivator in the Divine Sea Realm, her face was also pale.

Time seemed to slow down significantly. Lu Ye endured immense pressure, his bones creaked continuously, and his figure remained hunched.

Although he knew meeting Liew Yuemei wouldn't be good, Lu Ye didn't expect this woman to be so insane. As the Third Senior Brother said, having just suffered the pain of losing her son, she was somewhat unreasonable, clearly trying to force him to kneel.

Lu Ye wouldn't kneel to her. Even if the pressure felt like a mountain, he still stood firm!

Now, at least, he was with the Justice Department. He represented them to perform official duties, and Liew Yuemei wouldn't dare go too far; otherwise, she'd be insulting Qian Wudang.

With great effort, Lu Ye spoke, almost word by word: "Lu Yiye of the Justice Department, along with team member Lin Yinxiu, greets Pass Chief Liew!"

As soon as he finished, the overwhelming pressure suddenly vanished.

The abrupt reversal made the blood Qi churn in Lu Ye's chest, a mouthful of blood rising to his throat, almost spurting out.

Xiao Xinghe beside him was the same; he groaned, fresh blood spilling from the corner of his mouth, undoubtedly aggravating his injuries.

Lu Ye raised his head sharply, his gaze like a blade on Liew Yuemei, his mouth filled with blood's metallic taste: "I've long heard of Lord Mountain Pass Chief Liew's great name. Seeing today, your might is truly mountainous, such a great prestige, my humble self is enlightened!"

"Hmph!" Liew Yuemei snorted softly and turned, sitting serenely behind the desk, saying, "I've heard of your great reputation long ago too."

"My humble self is immensely honored that Lord Mountain Pass Chief remembers."

"Oh yes, I remember you quite well." Liew Yuemei coldly chuckled, her expression icy, malice towards Lu Ye evident, "So why have you come this time?"

"By the order of Lord Department Chief Qian Wudang, to enlist Xiao Xinghe into the Justice Department. This is the hand order signed by the Department Chief." Lu Ye stepped forward and presented the hand order.

Liew Yuemei remained seated, showing no intention to connect.

Knowing that Lu Ye had arrived at Jinglan Lake Pass, she naturally knew his purpose and preparations. Her previous question was purely nonsense.

They were merely three steps apart. Liew Yuemei stared into Lu Ye's eyes and said flatly, "The Justice Department, where experts gather, values someone unimpressive in my pass?"

Lu Ye retracted the hand order and said, "That is the Department Chief's consideration, my humble self is merely carrying out orders."

In such moments, pushing matters onto Qian Wudang's hands is never wrong.

"Go back and tell Chief Qian that we are currently understaffed at Jinglan Lake Pass, and Xiao Xinghe performed excellently in the previous battle. I have plans to promote him, so Chief Qian's kindness can only be appreciated."

"Yes!" Lu Ye responded, clasped his hands, and said, "Then I shall take my leave!"

He said this and promptly turned to leave.

Lin Yinxiu, with a bewildered expression, hurriedly followed.

Behind the desk, Liew Yuemei was slightly stunned, clearly not expecting Lu Ye to leave so swiftly and neatly.

She thought Lu Ye had other preparations or some means to make her release him.

Just when Lu Ye was about to step out of the great hall with Lin Yinxiu, Liew Yuemei's voice came from behind, "Wait."

Lu Ye halted his steps, exhaled gently, his tense expression slightly relaxed.

The progress was... somewhat smooth.

He feared that this woman wouldn't call him. If she hadn't, the enlistment of Xiao Xinghe would have been impossible to start. As long as she called him, there was a sliver of hope.

Only a sliver of hope. Whether things would continue as planned, Lu Ye couldn't be sure; after all, too many variables existed in such matters.

He didn't actually need to come himself to enlist Xiao Xinghe; now he had Lin Yinxiu under him, and she could handle it in his place.

Due to Liew Yuemei, if he came personally, things would get complicated. Yet he still came, because only when things become complicated, would there be a sliver of possibility for enlisting Xiao Xinghe.

Otherwise, sending Lin Yinxiu for a one-time visit would be futile; Liew Yuemei definitely wouldn't release him.

"Does Lord Mountain Pass Chief have any other orders?" Lu Ye turned and asked.

For the first time, the always cold Liew Yuemei flashed a smile, albeit sinister and frightening: "I've heard of Lu Yiye of the Righteous Blood Sect many times; your achievements in the Spirit Stream battlefield and Cloud River battlefield, I'm familiar with. Such talent is wasted in the Justice Department. Lu Yiye, I wish to recruit you to serve at my pass and slay enemies. What do you say?"

He came here to enlist Xiao Xinghe, but Liew Yuemei wanted to enlist him in return; truly absurd.

As for Liew Yuemei's intention to enlist him, Lu Ye could easily guess.

His expression remained calm, but inwardly, he was pleased.

The fish... has taken the bait.