Yuan Xiao found the woman's behavior irritating.
Taking a deep breath, she stared at the woman for a few seconds before coldly stating, "You, a mere demon soul, have caused them so much suffering." Her patience worn thin, she stepped forward. "Do you think you're in any position to say that?"
Feng Qishi took two steps back.
"..." The woman looked up, meeting Yuan Xiao's eyes.
Yuan Xiao's gaze remained icy.
She was like thunder without rain.
Seeing Yuan Xiao's frosty demeanor, the woman ceased her wailing and lowered her head.
Observing the woman's feigned humility, Yuan Xiao let out a soft scoff and turned to Lou Yi, who stood beside her. "This woman is extremely cunning. Be careful."
"Yes, Master," Lou Yi replied obediently.
Yuan Xiao nodded, then turned back to the woman, who had cautiously raised her head. She threatened, "If you dare to bully my disciple, I guarantee you'll face a dire fate."
Just moments ago, the woman had been threatened by Feng Qishi. Now, Yuan Xiao was issuing another threat.
More importantly, both Feng Qishi and Yuan Xiao were considered top-tier immortals. Hearing this, the woman couldn't help but feel a tremor of fear. She swallowed, dared not continue the previous topic, and subtly shook her head, indicating her refusal.
Understanding the woman's gesture, Yuan Xiao turned to Feng Qishi. "Alright, it's time for us to leave." She then looked at the green-clad woman. "Are you alright?"
At this, the green-clad woman looked up at Yuan Xiao and shook her head. "Master, I am not gravely injured."
"That's good. Then you may return to your cultivation." Yuan Xiao said, glancing at Feng Qishi. "Mu Anxiao has offended quite a few demon souls. Protect her well." She remembered Wan Sha.
"Understood," Feng Qishi nodded.
Yuan Xiao nodded in return, then looked at Jia. "If anything comes up, feel free to instruct my disciple. If, after three months, he still wishes to follow you, inform me."
"Me?" Jia pointed to himself, looking up at Yuan Xiao. "Why don't you let him speak for himself?"
"You are currently his superior."
Previously, Hei Feng and the others had referred to Jia as "Little Boss." However, after his demotion, that title naturally vanished. Furthermore, Yan Yu's attitude towards him had also changed. He didn't know where Yan Yu was now, but he would never forget how Yan Yu had treated him.
Ever since he began cooperating with Mu Anxiao, his ambition was not only to surpass Hei Feng but also to thoroughly deal with Yan Yu.
Therefore, upon hearing the title Yuan Xiao bestowed upon him, Jia suddenly felt a surge of confidence.
At this moment, he felt as if he had taken another step closer to success.
Thinking this, he smiled and said, "Really?" He looked up at Yuan Xiao.
Yuan Xiao replied, "Of course it's real. If there's anything he doesn't want to do, let him do it."
"Okay, I understand," Jia said happily.
Conversely, Yuan Xiao's intention in doing this was merely to use Jia as a tool to temper her disciple. She had expected Jia to see through her immediately.
Now, she realized that Jia was indeed still just an innocent child.
However, as the saying goes, one grows through experience. Seeing Jia's delighted expression, she dismissed any lingering guilt and couldn't help but smile. "If anything happens, you can find me."
"How do I find you?"
"He can. He has a way," Yuan Xiao said, pointing to Lou Yi.
Lou Yi looked confused. "Master, how do I find you?"
"I've taught you before. Figure it out yourself," Yuan Xiao said, then turned to Jia. "Take care." She cupped her fists.
Seeing this, Jia quickly clasped his hands together and replied, "Alright."
With that, Yuan Xiao departed.
Feng Qishi turned to Mu Anxiao and looked down at the green-clad woman embracing Mu Anxiao. Just as he was about to speak, the green-clad woman averted her gaze from Feng Qishi and looked at the red-clad and pink-clad women. "I want to stay."
The red-clad woman was taken aback. "Sister, you..."
"She was injured because of me, so naturally, I must care for her," the green-clad woman said. "When she recovers, I will return. Please inform Master for me."
The pink-clad woman asked, "Sister, why didn't you tell Master just now?"
"I..." The green-clad woman pursed her lips. "I dared not."
"Why... why don't you dare?"
"Master always taught us not to trust strangers easily. However, I..." The green-clad woman glanced at the woman. "I was deceived and almost caused you harm. If I had told her, Master would surely be angry."
"Wouldn't this make Master even angrier?"
The green-clad woman knew that Yuan Xiao was an immortal who disliked trouble and didn't like to settle old scores. She wouldn't dwell on past events.
It was precisely because of this that the green-clad woman chose to have them relay the message.
However, hearing the red-clad woman's words now, she felt a pang of anxiety.
"Master... should understand me, right?" she said uncertainly.
The red-clad woman knew that the green-clad woman was a grateful immortal. She would repay kindness tenfold to anyone who had shown her favor.
Therefore, she understood that no matter how much she said, she couldn't change the green-clad woman's mind.
With no other option, she relented. "Alright, I'll tell Master."
"Thank you," the green-clad woman smiled.
Seeing the green-clad woman smile, the red-clad woman smiled as well. "You're welcome. As long as you're alright, we..." She glanced at the pink-clad woman, who was watching the green-clad woman. "...are relieved."
The pink-clad woman added, "Yes, as long as you're alright, that's what matters. I also believe Master will understand you."
"Mm," the green-clad woman nodded.
Then, the red-clad woman smiled faintly and turned to Lou Yi. "You are also in the mortal realm. When you have free time, look after Sister, alright?"
"I have things to attend to."
"You..." The red-clad woman disliked Lou Yi's smug demeanor and let out a soft huff. She then turned to the green-clad woman. "Sister, supervise him for us. If anything happens, tell us, and we'll inform Master."
Normally, Yuan Xiao was quite lenient with the three immortal maidens. Conversely, she was extremely strict with Lou Yi, and her tendency to settle scores was fully evident with him.
Of course, the red-clad woman hadn't intended to be so cruel to him. Since he enjoyed being targeted, she would indulge him.
As expected, after the red-clad woman said this, Lou Yi chuckled foolishly. "No, Senior Sister."
"Senior Sister," the red-clad woman corrected him.
"Senior Sister, I will take good care of this Senior Sister," Lou Yi's attitude shifted by a hundred and eighty degrees.
The red-clad woman smiled in satisfaction. "Remember your words. We're leaving." After saying this, she cast a glance at Feng Qishi and the others, and departed.
Subsequently, the pink-clad woman also left after exchanging glances with them.