If there was one person in the Qin Empire who could ignore the Radiant Emperor entirely, it was the Pointer Monarch.

The emperor glanced at the charred fishing rod in the old man’s hand and said, “It didn’t go well?”

The Pointer Monarch tossed the fishing rod into the stream and watched it drift away. “I lost.”

The Radiant Emperor looked surprised. “We actually failed even with such meticulous arrangements? Don’t tell me that person can actually block an attack from you? Has she matured to such a level?”

“We can’t say she blocked it entirely, but the Demon King took action to protect her.”

The Radiant Emperor frowned. “Things will be rather difficult if she lives. We’ve used too many resources for her, it’ll be almost impossible to do it again. We must find some other way.”

The Pointer Monarch hesitated somewhat. Finally, he said, “Let’s see when you’ve thought of it.”

The Pointer Monarch’s wish to see the visitor out was evident, but the Radiant Emperor didn’t leave. He stood in place for a good while before asking, “Will she fall for it again if we use Qianye as bait?”

“Why not do it since you already have a plan?” The Pointer Monarch responded with a question.

“I’m just thinking if I should really do this to him? He is teacher’s only adopted son and someone who has contributed...