Azure was also an assassin trained by the Red Mansion.

She was at a lower level and could only be regarded as being at the bottom of the Red Mansion hierarchy, unable to perform any high-difficulty task.

As for Feng Hongxiu, in addition to being the manager of all affairs and the boss of this Scarlet Cardinal House, she was also the highest-ranked gold-class assassin in the Red Mansion,

Feng Hongxiu then asked her, "I have a task for you today, are you willing to take it?"

"Madam Scarlet, feel free to command, I am willing to complete any task given without any hesitation!" Azure replied firmly.

Feng Hongxiu merely smiled and said to her, "Even though you have been undergoing assassination training, this mission does not pose any danger. The only requirement is for you to surrender a woman’s most precious thing."

"You’re not young anymore, and it’s time for you to get married. I’ll find a suitable man for you and you will stay by his side to gather information. Take this as an opportunity for you to settle down, which is much better than always being on edge as an assassin for the rest of your life!"

"Eh? Madam Scarlet wants me to get married?" Azure was surprised.

"What do you think of Mr. Ye? I think not only is he handsome, but he is also rich and powerful. Being with him, you won’t have to worry about money or necessities!" Feng Hongxiu asked her.

Azure’s face blushed slightly red. As for Ye Liuyun, she didn’t fancy him, but neither did she dislike him. She merely felt that the request came too suddenly, leaving her somewhat unprepared.

"You want me to be his woman, to gather information?" She again confirmed with Feng Hongxiu.

Feng Hongxiu shook her head, "If you can gather any information, that would be great, if not, that’s also fine. I just think that he will rise as a new major power in the future, and perhaps we will have opportunities to collaborate."

"It wouldn’t matter if he has other women as long as he recognised you and the Red Mansion. This is also advantageous to you. In comparison, it’s far better than continuing to fight and kill people or remaining here to serve men! What do you think?"

Azure was a little confused, too. She was raised at the Red Mansion as an orphan since she was young. She was mentally prepared for her bleak future endeavour, be it serving customers or embarking on a deadly assassination operation.

However, she never imagined that she would have been married off to a man by the Red Mansion.

In stupified, she responded, "I’ll adhere to Madam Scarlet’s instruction!"

"Alright then, let me handle it for you. You shall give yourself to him tonight! He is leaving tomorrow, seize the opportunity, and try to leave with him tomorrow!"

"Okay!"

Azure agreed and then withdrew. To her, it was just another mission she had to accomplish.

In her heart, she felt relieved since she knew that being with Ye Liuyun would be much better than serving men in the house.

Even though Scarlet Cardinal House taught her to be an assassin and work as a hostess at the same time, she knew that she would eventually have to share her bed with a wealthy and influential client. With that, she wouldn’t be able to retain her virginity.

She never thought that serving only one client would change her life.

As she walked towards Ye Liuyun’s villa, she couldn’t distinguish whether she felt nervous, disappointed or glad to finally had a chance to leave this place.

Even though she didn’t dare to ask about Ye Liuyun’s background, she could judge Madam Scarlet’s attitude towards him as an affirmation of his capabilities. Hence, she could tell that he was not any ordinary client. She might not have to worry about money in the future.

"But what about his temperament?" she was somewhat apprehensive.

If a courtesan was killed in a brothel, the client would ultimately settle the case as long as they could afford the compensation.

In this brothel, she’d seen all kinds of perverts. They were typically vicious martial practitioner, especially those with business ties with Red Mansion.

Before she realised it, she had arrived at Ye Liuyun’s villa while lost in her thoughts.

Two maids stood at the door and greeted her with courtesy at her arrival.

"Where is the esteemed client?" she asked the maids.

"He said he’s going to bathe in the spirit spring and wanted some privacy!" The maid at the door answered.

"He seems decent!" Azure thought to herself, as she was about to step into the room.

"Azure, shall we announce your arrival?" asked one of the maids proactively.

Azure was about to agree, but then she remembered that Feng Hongxiu told her to devote herself to Ye Liuyun tonight.

"No need, I’ll go to him directly!" Azure ordered.

"Yes!"

Both the maids agreed in unison and continued to stand still without moving. Azure walked herself to the courtyard on her own.

After walking past the front yard, she saw Ye Liuyun bathing in the spring pool, with his hair loosened.

Ye Liuyun was resting with his eyes closed. Not expecting anyone to intrude onhis rest.

He was in the territory of the Scarlet Cardinal House, and he hadn’t been overly cautious since no one knew he was there.

But when Azure entered the courtyard, he instantly perceived it.

Ye Liuyun opened his eyes and curiously asked Azure, "Miss Azure? Why have you returned? Is there something you want to say?"

Azure’s face was flushed red. Even though she had expected it, this was her first time doing such a thing, so she answered hesitantly, "I’m here to serve you, Mr. Ye!"

"Hmmm?" Ye Liuyun appeared somewhat confused.

He didn’t truly understand the rules here. He thought Azure was more of a hostess, not a courtesan. Hence, when Azure said she was here to ’serve’ him, he didn’t quite understand what she meant.

Azure made a silent resolve to complete the assignment Feng Hongxiu gave. Without delay, she swiftly pulled down her top down to her waist.

As Ye Liuyun saw it, he quickly reacted to stop her, saying, "Miss Azure, if I have said something that has caused a misunderstanding, I apologize. However, I don’t need your kind of service!"

At the same time, Ye Liuyun hurriedly exerted his boundary pressure to control Azure, stopping her from undressing further.

"Do you dislike me, Mr. Ye?"

Azure had not expected Ye Liuyun to react indifferently to her. She took pride in her looks, skin, and figure which were all top-notch by Scarlet Cardinal House’s standards. Or she wouldn’t have been chosen to serve as a hostess.

She had witnessed from many guests, the lustful looks from them at her. However, she detected no trace of lewd intentions in his eyes.

"No, no!" Ye Liuyun clarified instantly. "There’s no disliking. I merely have no other thoughts towards you!"

"Ah..." Azure sighed deeply.

A sense of failure washed over her. She was unable to arouse a man’s interest even when she undressed for him.

However, she still had a mission to complete. Thus, she had no choice but to change tactics and kneel before Ye Liuyun, pleading.

"I am willing to serve Mr. Ye all my life. Even as a servant, working endlessly without complaints. I hope Mr. Ye can fulfil my wish and take me with you away from Scarlet Cardinal House!"

Ye Liuyun truly didn’t want to be involved in such a matter. He couldn’t possibly save all the unfortunate people he came across with. There were too many of them even at the Scarlet Cardinal House to be saved.

Nevertheless, the present situation had to be addressed first. In desperation, he told Azure, "Please, put on your clothes first. We can have a thorough discussion about this later."

Upon hearing him, Azure got to her feet and re-donn her garment.