Even if Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu were lovers now, it was uncertain whether the relationship could stand interest. Xiao Yue wanted to tie the two tighter as insurance.
If the entire Province N became safe as visualized by Yang Qingyue, the number one nuisance in the eyes of the government would be Ling Qingyu.
In fact, what Xiao Yue envisioned was to not eliminate these negative factors completely, while Ling Qingyu built strength, network, and stronger foundation. Exploiting the vacuum to stabilize the rules was what warlords like her did best.
Nonetheless, Ling Qingyu wouldn't agree with her idea and she never explained her thoughts. If she wanted to do so, it was better without informing Ling Qingyu.
However, Xiao Yue understood Ling Qingyu wasn't someone easy to lie to or trick. And the best method was the current conspiracy to raise new enemies while achieving the intended goals.
