Chapter 397: Chapter 107: I Don’t Need Others to Like Me! As Long As They Fear Me, That’s Enough_3

First came a once-over.

Three Purple Talents, not bad at all.

However, only a Martial Artist’s cultivation, yet no sign of a Mage’s realm. In other words, this Bai Xi doesn’t even know she has the talent to be a Mage—that’s honestly a bit of a waste.

Reaching a purple-quality Mage talent is pretty rare in the world.

Sure enough.

In Great Qian, a place that reveres Martial Artists above all.

Many people with Mage talents really do end up squandering them.

These people go their whole lives without ever encountering magic arts, so naturally, they’d never even realize they have the makings of a Mage.

Just like Ye Qinzhen before.

If I hadn’t handed her a book of magic at the beginning, Ye Qinzhen’s talent for magic probably never would have seen the light of day in her whole life.

"I am Bai Xi. Greetings, Governor!"

Looks like, before coming over, this Bai Xi did some digging into Ye Liuyun.

At least she knows Ye Liuyun is the Southern Governor of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

"You really do live up to your name—fair skinned indeed!"

Ye Liuyun withdrew his assessing gaze and suddenly smiled as he spoke.

Say what you want—

Bai Xi’s skin really is almost dazzlingly fair.

"Thank you for Lord Ye’s compliment!"

Bai Xi didn’t look even the least bit offended—on the contrary, she smiled and thanked him.

"So let’s hear it. The Bai family’s Patriarch dropping by personally at the crack of dawn—what brings you here?"

Ye Liuyun didn’t bother with any more empty pleasantries.

He spoke frankly and directly.

"Most people in town are dying to avoid me, but you, Bai Patriarch, dare to show up in person. Got to say, it’s surprising!"

"They’re afraid of you because they think you’re cruel, but in my eyes, you’re the greatest good guy under the heavens!"

Whether Bai Xi was just being polite,

or genuinely sincere—at the very least, Ye Liuyun found her words quite pleasing to the ear.

Is this the famed seven-orifices-exquisite mind?

Definitely knows what to say.

"I heard all about it—how you went against the Zhao family for your men, besieged their house, and rescued all those taken by them. If that doesn’t qualify as a big-hearted person, what does?"

Bai Xi clearly wants the Embroidered Uniform Guard’s cooperation.

But she’s not stupid—if Ye Liuyun were truly rash and violent, even if she wanted cooperation, she wouldn’t be dumb enough to come here herself.

She’s clearly done her homework.

She knows Ye Liuyun isn’t some evil villain, but someone who acts according to his own principles—that’s why she came in person.

"Of course, if you were a bit gentler, I’m sure even more people would warm up to you!"

"Ha!"

Bai Xi’s words made Ye Liuyun chuckle.

"I don’t need their affection, I just need their fear. That’s enough!"

Ye Liuyun has never cared about sucking up to others—how others see him doesn’t matter in the slightest.

As long as those people bow their heads respectfully before him, that’s all he needs.

"Truly worthy of the name, Lord Ye!"

Bai Xi couldn’t help but sigh at Ye Liuyun’s declaration.

It’s precisely this kind of resolute spirit that allows him to be called the young Grandmaster at such an age!

"All right, out with it—what brings you here to see me?"

Ye Liuyun clearly didn’t intend to waste any more time.

He waved a hand, signaling Bai Xi to just get to the point—no need for so much beating around the bush, that’s what really annoys people.

"Yes, Lord Ye!"

Hearing this,

Bai Xi didn’t hesitate anymore and got straight to the purpose.

"I’d like to work with you!"

"Work together?"

Under Ye Liuyun’s surprised gaze, Bai Xi spoke each word slowly and clearly.

"The Zhao family may be gone, but I’m guessing the Embroidered Uniform Guard will still buy pills elsewhere. In alchemy, our Bai family is no worse than the Zhao family!"

Truth is,

among top-tier pill-making clans, for healing pills, there may be differences, but it’s never huge.

"The Bai family’s asking price can be a notch lower than the Zhao family’s. And if you agree, we’re willing to send you a batch of pills free of charge!"

With a deal like this,

it’s clear Bai Xi actually wants to work with me personally, not just the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

Seeing Ye Liuyun didn’t respond,

Bai Xi pressed on.

"If there’s anything you need, just say it. If I can do it, I’ll agree!"

"Including you?"

Ye Liuyun tilted his head, gaze playfully circling Bai Xi.

Have to admit,

Bai Xi is beautiful, though to say she outshines Shu Fan or Qu Sisi—well, not quite.

It’s the presence of the Bai family Patriarch’s air that adds a special allure to her.

"..."

Ye Liuyun’s words froze Bai Xi’s expression for a moment, but then, facing Ye Liuyun, she replied seriously,

"Yes."

Is Bai Xi really the sort to sell herself to get what she wants?

Of course not.

The only reason she agreed is because Bai Xi bets on Ye Liuyun’s future.

Not yet twenty, already at the Grandmaster Realm—everyone’s convinced he’ll one day be a true Grandmaster.

If she attaches herself to a prodigy like that, hardly a losing proposition.

Especially seeing Ye Liuyun’s young, handsome face,

Bai Xi half feels she’s getting the better end of the deal.

"Ha!"

Still,

Ye Liuyun just let out a laugh, showing he wasn’t about to linger long on that topic.

"I accept. From now on, all Embroidered Uniform Guard pill orders go to the Bai family. I’ll send you a list later; just make the pills according to it."

Seeing Ye Liuyun had no intention of taking her up intimately,

Bai Xi looked a bit disappointed.

But when Ye Liuyun agreed to the collaboration, she nodded earnestly. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

"Good!"

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