Chapter 1043: The Only Way Out

Qin Qi asked with great interest, "Oh? I’m really curious then?"

After all, the Spirit Evil Woman, as a powerful cultivator of the previous Nascent Soul Stage, would never willingly submit below someone at the mere Fake Core Stage.

Spirit Evil Woman parted her red lips, "First, I have already exposed myself by fighting those two Xuan Yi Sect Outer Elders. Even if I regain my freedom, there will be no place for me. Eventually, I will be like a rat in the street, hunted again by the Xuan Yi Sect!"

"With my current incomplete state, and being an Evil Cultivator, there is no place for me in the entire Northwest Region. Although your situation is also dangerous, following you, I feel there’s still a bit of chance to survive!"

Qin Qi couldn’t help but say, "Oh? Is it just for this reason?"

Spirit Evil Woman smiled charmingly, "Of course not. There’s a second reason. In my current situation, without you, returning to my former peak state is extremely difficult. Who knows how long it will take!"

"On the other hand, if I follow you, if you occasionally reward me with some pure Yang Qi, I might have a better chance of quickly regaining my peak strength..."

"And there’s a crucial third reason."

Qin Qi stroked his chin, "A third reason?"

"Hm, as long as Xuan Yi Sect exists, even if I do return to my peak state, there’s absolutely no chance of a comeback!"

"If I fall into the hands of the Xuan Yi Sect, I will inevitably be suppressed by their powerful cultivators, with no chance of survival!"

Spirit Evil Woman sighed softly, "At the time, I thought if you really perished at the hands of those two Core Formation Stage cultivators, then I would have peace of mind. But if you didn’t die, it only proves your powerful divine skills!"

"But not only did you not die, you killed two Core Formation Stage cultivators with just a Fake Core Stage. That’s when I confirmed my thoughts. And since you also have a deep vendetta with the Xuan Yi Sect, following you, perhaps, given time, there’s a real possibility of overthrowing the Xuan Yi Sect!"

Hearing her words, Qin Qi finally understood.

He smiled, "Spirit Evil Woman, with you thinking this way, I won’t betray your loyalty. Rest assured, I will help you recover to your peak state as soon as possible!"

"However, my injuries have not yet healed. This Yang Qi, for now, don’t think about it. Wait until I’ve recovered some strength!"

"Then I’ll let you absorb my Great Yang Qi properly!"

Hearing this, Spirit Evil Woman displayed a delicate shyness.

But she quickly replied softly, "Well, then I will await your recovery!"

Qin Qi’s mouth twitched. The Spirit Evil Woman really wasn’t being polite with him.

He then asked, "How long have I been unconscious?"

"It’s been ten days already."

Qin Qi took a deep breath, "What’s happening outside now? Have you been out to check during these days?"

Spirit Evil Woman explained in great detail, "The Xuan Yi Sect has increased the bounty on you, and after you killed two of their Core Formation Stage cultivators while being at the Fake Core Stage."

"Now, you’ve become famous throughout the Northwest Region. Not to mention the Xuan Yi Sect, all factions are eager to find you."

Qin Qi replied irritably, "Why do these people make such a fuss?"

"You being able to kill Core Formation Stage cultivators at the Fake Core Stage implies you must have some rare treasures or secrets."

Spirit Evil Woman spoke softly, "Combined with the reward from the Xuan Yi Sect, naturally, many people are eager to investigate you."

Qin Qi then had a realization.

Indeed, people die for wealth, and birds perish for food!

This also made his situation even more perilous.

"What do you plan to do next?" Spirit Evil Woman inquired.

Qin Qi rubbed his temples, "What else can I do but head to the Highest Battlefield?"

As it stands, although the Northwest Region is vast, the Highest Battlefield is the only place where I can avoid the Xuan Yi Sect’s pursuit.

"The situation is getting more dangerous, so we must head to the Highest Battlefield as soon as possible. No time to delay, we’ll leave now." Qin Qi declared.

Spirit Evil Woman expressed concern, "But, your injuries are not healed yet, maybe we should wait a few more days!"

Qin Qi shook his head, "The longer we wait, the more dangerous it gets. I don’t want my situation to be passively determined by others!"

With this in mind, he disregarded his injuries and struggled to stand.

Spirit Evil Woman, not daring to oppose Qin Qi’s will, obediently entered the Spirit Pet Bag.

Before long, when they came to again, the entire cave had become empty.

...

Thus, in a blink of an eye, several more days passed.

The Highest Battlefield is divided into six fortresses, each fulfilling different responsibilities, yet each possesses far greater strength than other fortifications.

However, reaching the Highest Battlefield is not an easy task.

Over these days, Qin Qi remained extremely cautious.

Along the way, he also learned about his situation.

It’s much like what Spirit Evil Woman said.

Now, the entire Northwest Region is searching for his whereabouts!

Fortunately, even though people are trying to search for him, under the Invisibility Technique, random mobs still have a hard time pinpointing his location.

During these days, Qin Qi traveled while also recovering from his injuries.

A few more days later.

Cloud Dragon Mountains!

This is a necessary path to the Highest Battlefield!

At this moment, Qin Qi’s injuries are mostly healed.

Looking at the mountain passage before him, once crossed, he would reach the Highest Battlefield, completely escaping the pursuit of the Xuan Yi Sect.

However, Qin Qi didn’t enter the mountains.

"What’s wrong, Master?" Spirit Evil Woman asked.!!

Qin Qi, with his hands behind his back, looked at the vast, empty mountain range before him and suddenly said, "Don’t you think it’s been too smooth coming this way? In the last battle, you and I both saw that those people from the Xuan Yi Sect are not just drunkards and scoundrels!"

Upon hearing Qin Qi’s words, Spirit Evil Woman suddenly realized something, "You mean..."

"I know my only way out is the Highest Battlefield, do you think Xuan Yi Sect hasn’t figured that out?" Qin Qi squinted his eyes, "This Cloud Dragon Mountains is the only path to the Highest Battlefield. If they set up troops here."

"Even if I use the Invisibility Technique to try and pass through, it would still be certain death!"

Hearing Qin Qi’s analysis, Spirit Evil Woman couldn’t help but draw a breath, but she couldn’t deny it.

Simultaneously, she secretly marveled at Qin Qi’s cautiousness and prudence!