Cultivating with Top Enlightenment

Chapter 1318 588: The Demon Race's Conspiracy (2)

"Don't worry, I will definitely return safely!"

Ning Qi said with a smile.

"Alright, we'll wait for you to come back, so we can celebrate properly!"

The Saint Ancestor laughed heartily.

"Everyone, let's leave it at that for now; we'll discuss further when we return."

Ning Qi smiled and then directly withdrew the immortal power of the Alchemy Furnace.

"Whoosh!"

When he withdrew it, the wind here suddenly stopped.

"Master, how is it?"

The Medicine Spirit looked at Ning Qi and asked.

"This can be stimulated, but try to avoid using it."

Ning Qi took a breath: "It's too exhausting, more so than fighting a battle."

"Yes, that's because it's too far away. If it were closer, there wouldn't be such a problem."

The Medicine Spirit agreed and lamented.

"Well, anyway, I've told them, so they can be at ease."

Ning Qi nodded and then looked into the distance: "This Squad Leader is waking up too."

"Ah? He's recovered well, waking up so soon."

The Medicine Spirit looked forward as prompted by Ning Qi's words.

A frail figure emerged from the bamboo house.

Having confirmed their location, they suddenly leapt into the sky.

Soon, they arrived at their location.

"Upper Immortal, thank you for saving my life."

The Squad Leader stepped forward and respectfully bowed to Ning Qi.

"No need for courtesy."

Ning Qi waved his hand and asked sternly: "Now tell me, what's going on exactly?"

"Tell me everything you know."

"Upper Immortal, it's a conspiracy by the Demon Race."

"They've recently taken over five or six sub-branches of the three major sects that set up here."

"I suddenly heard the news and wanted to verify it."

"I went to the Ten Thousand Swords Sect's sub-branch and happened to encounter the Demon Race dealing with them."

"I intended to help, but unfortunately, I saw they had already killed their people."

"Thinking it was a case of the few against the many, I decided to come back to report the news first."

"Unfortunately, due to insufficient strength, I was noticed early on by the Demon Race."

The Squad Leader took a breath and continued: "Then they chased me, and I had to flee for my life."

"As I was about to escape back here, they heavily injured me, and I lost consciousness."

"When I woke up, the disciples told me they found me and brought me back."

"You know everything that happened afterward."

"Oh? I see."

Once the Squad Leader finished speaking, Ning Qi nodded: "So, it seems they intend to root out all your sub-branches from here."

"Yes, that's the likely scenario."

The Squad Leader nodded vigorously at Ning Qi's analysis: "Their goal must be to cause chaos here and take control of the city near the path to the Immortal Realm."

"Including winning over the people here, so that if we face any trouble or they invade our realm, there will be no news to send out."

"Then, those in the Immortal Realm might think we're rebelling, and if they send people to investigate, they would certainly fall into their trap too."

"If the Immortal Realm sends troops not knowing the situation, they are doomed regardless of how many they send."

"It seems their real motive is to lure people from the Immortal Realm here."

"Hmm, that's quite a thorough analysis."

Having listened to the Squad Leader's analysis, Ning Qi came to realize the situation.

He had previously pondered why the Demon Race would choose this location.

Now it appeared to make sense.

"Upper Immortal, it's crucial to report this to the Immortal Realm, or they will succeed."

The Squad Leader continued speaking.

Evidently, he hoped Ning Qi would report to the Immortal Realm.

He had no idea that Ning Qi wasn't aligned with the Immortal Realm and there was indeed animosity between them.

"Notify everyone in your realm first."

Ning Qi examined him and continued: "Distant water can't quench present thirst; gathering manpower will be troublesome."

"Yes, we'll go inform the sect immediately."

The Squad Leader agreed promptly.

"These Demon Race folks, they really want to nibble away here."

"And then seize control."

Ning Qi squinted slightly, his eyes gleaming: "Such a cunning plan!"

"Indeed, they've had designs on us for a long time."

"Otherwise, none of our sects would go to such great lengths to establish so many sub-branches here."

The Squad Leader nodded solemnly: "Now that I've discovered them, they won't believe I'm still alive."

"Upper Immortal, you are not only my savior but also of everyone in this realm!"

"No need for courtesy."

Ning Qi waved his hand and continued speaking: "You go send a message; I won't worry about matters here any longer."

"Yes, Upper Immortal, I'll contact our sect right away!"

The Squad Leader promptly agreed and gave a salute.

He then transformed into a streak of light and disappeared from sight.

"Master, what do we do next?"

The Medicine Spirit finally asked.

"Find the Demon Race's nest, infiltrate and glean their plans."

Ning Qi pondered briefly and then looked in a direction.

"Ah? That seems impossible; they must be hidden well."

The Medicine Spirit shook his head: "Besides, we don't know what experts are guarding them; acting rashly means courting death."

"No entry into the tiger's den, how can we catch a tiger cub."

Ning Qi turned to look at him and continued: "We can simultaneously wield magic power and immortal power."

"It's an opportunity for us; once we solve this trouble, we can prepare to set off."

"Master, should we inform Miss Xu?"

"Otherwise, if she brings people here, we might not be able to notify her of our actions and plans in time."

The Medicine Spirit thought of something and hurriedly reminded.

"Hmm, you've reminded me."

Ning Qi nodded, then immediately took out his Jade Pendant.

He channeled a bit of immortal power into it.

"Whoosh!"

An illusory figure appeared before him after a gust of wind.

"Ning Qi, how are you? Are you okay?"

Xu Qingqiu's figure appeared, and she asked worriedly.

"It's fine, don't worry!"

Ning Qi soothed her first, then continued: "Have you returned yet?"

"We can only return tomorrow morning!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Qingqiu hurriedly said: "This Golden Ship is fast enough; otherwise, we might still be on the way."

"Hmm, that's good!"

Ning Qi nodded, then proceeded: "There's something you need to convey to your sect quickly."

"Ah? Have you discovered something else?"

Xu Qingqiu became worried upon hearing this.

"I've discovered the Demon Race's conspiracy here."

Ning Qi's expression turned solemn as he spoke.

"Ah? A conspiracy? What conspiracy?"

Xu Qingqiu asked urgently.

Her eyes were full of worry.

Mentioning the Demon Race always caused distress and unease here.

"They plan to erode the city leading to the Immortal Realm."

"By doing so, they'll attract those from the Immortal Realm."

"Step by step, nibbling away at them…"

Ning Qi concisely explained the situation he knew to Xu Qingqiu.

"This... they're so malicious!"

When Ning Qi finished speaking, Xu Qingqiu returned to her senses, her eyes showing indignation.

Clearly, they had past grievances with the Demon Race.

"We'll return and immediately inform the Sect Leader."

Gao Yunze also spoke up.

"Make haste, do not delay!"

"Send a message to your master!"

Ning Qi reiterated: "Tomorrow, once you return, set off directly!"

"Yes, Ning Qi."

Xu Qingqiu realized: "You've reminded me, I'll report to my master now!"