At the same time.

Inside the ancient castle!

Upon hearing the words of the old man in the black robe, the wolf king sneered: "Those little pawns really think you're fish on a chopping board, ready to be slaughtered at their whim?"

Lu Hong laughed: "They also don't know Qin Feiyang's identity, otherwise, they wouldn't be so careless."

Qin Feiyang shook his head and sighed lightly: "No matter how you say it, I still prefer to act alone."

"Indeed!"

"If you're alone, you won't have so many concerns."

"But speaking of which, that Young Master Hao and Wang Youer are just burdens, not only failing to help along the way but consistently holding us back."

"Especially Wang Youer, constantly opposing you for no reason."

"If it were anyone else, they would have long left them behind to fend for themselves."

The Double-winged Snow Eagle spoke, full of disdain in its eyes.

Qin Feiyang smiled lightly: "You can't say it like that, everyone's born with a purpose, they just haven't displayed their value yet."

"You're still sticking up for them, what's wrong with your brain?"

The Double-winged Snow Eagle rolled its eyes.

"Don't you know him? Always the good guy, otherwise, why do so many women like him?"

The wolf king sneered.

Facing the mockery of the Double-winged Snow Eagle and the wolf king, what could Qin Feiyang say? He could only shake his head helplessly.

Lu Hong glanced at the wolf king, then looked at Qin Feiyang, saying: "Actually, pill fire is secondary; the main thing is to quickly improve your cultivation because the time for the opening of the Divine Sign is getting shorter."

The tunnel beast pondered for a moment, nodding: "That's true, if our strength isn't formidable, we can't compete with the Mu Family."

With Lu Hong and the tunnel beast saying this, Qin Feiyang's mood grew heavy.

Calculating carefully, they've been in Qinghai for over three months, which means only one year and nine months remain until the Divine Sign opens.

And to contend with the Mu Family, at the very least, he needs the cultivation of a War Emperor.

One year and nine months to reach the War Emperor level is daunting to even think about.

But at the current pace of cultivation, if he tries a bit harder, it might be achievable.

Buzz!

Suddenly.

The Image Crystal Stone emitted a sound.

Qin Feiyang took it out, and Yan Wei's image quickly appeared.

Seeing Yan Wei's smiling face, Qin Feiyang asked with a smile: "Did you come across some good news?"

Yan Wei said: "After my efforts during this period, I've gained Fu An-shan's trust."

Qin Feiyang was taken aback, then laughed: "That's indeed good news. Have you found out what leverage Fu An-shan has over the God Python tribe's leader?"

"No."

"In recent days, Fu An-shan hasn't contacted the leader of the God Python tribe, and I dare not ask too much for fear of arousing his suspicion."

Yan Wei replied.

Qin Feiyang nodded: "Yes, you shouldn't ask directly."

Yan Wei continued: "Although I haven't found that out, I did commission Fu An-shan to investigate the origin of the Rainbow Lustrous Fruit."

"What is it?"

Qin Feiyang asked eagerly.

Yan Wei said: "The fruit is called Rainbow Lustrous Fruit, a rare treasure seen only once in a millennium, but Fu An-shan hasn't discovered its specific effects."

"How could he not have found out?"

Qin Feiyang frowned.

"According to Fu An-shan, the ancient book beside the Trading Pavilion's Pavilion Master doesn't have detailed records, only a general outline."

Yan Wei said.

Lu Hong looked surprised: "From this, it seems the Rainbow Lustrous Fruit is quite mysterious?"

"I think so too."

Yan Wei nodded, then looked at Qin Feiyang and said: "I'll try to check it out again and strive to give you a satisfactory answer."

"Only do what you can, don't overexert yourself."

Qin Feiyang smiled, his gaze suddenly focused, scrutinizing Yan Wei closely, exclaiming: "Have you made a breakthrough?"

"Yes!"

"A few days ago, I broke through to a one-star War Emperor."

Yan Wei scratched his head, looking a bit embarrassed.

"That's great!"

"Now our little team has a War Emperor overseeing things."

Lu Hong and the others were delighted.

Qin Feiyang was also beaming with joy.

The War Emperor and War Saint mark a significant divide.

Although in the Forgotten Continent and the Great Qin Empire, a War Saint is considered a top strongman, in front of immense forces like the Mu Family and the Imperial Capital, they can't stir much trouble.

But a War Emperor is different.

Every War Emperor holds a vital position.

Qin Feiyang said with a smile: "Keep at it, so when I return from Qinghai, I'll hope you've already stepped into the two-star War Emperor."

"I will."

Yan Wei nodded.

Before, he wouldn't dare say such a thing.

Even before, he wouldn't dare hope to step into the one-star War Emperor in this lifetime.

But now, he has opened the Door of Potential, undergone transformation, and the War Emperor is no longer the target, not the end.

His goal now is the War God!

And he won't forget who made it all possible.

So, regarding Qin Feiyang, he's now completely devoted.

Suddenly.

It seems Yan Wei thought of something and said: "By the way, there's one more thing I need to tell you."

"What is it?"

Qin Feiyang asked.

Yan Wei said: "Fatty has run into trouble."

"What kind of trouble can he get into?"

Qin Feiyang frowned.

"Fatty has been pursuing Chu Xuan, but somehow this matter has come to Chu Xuan's parents' attention. They are pressuring him, offering inducements for him to stop bothering Chu Xuan."

Yan Wei said.

"So that's how it is."

Qin Feiyang suddenly realized, his brows relaxed, and he smiled: "Do they look down on Fatty?"

"I asked Fatty, he didn't say, just said he can handle it and tells us not to interfere."

"But I guess Chu Xuan's parents don't exactly despise Fatty, considering Fatty's well-known relationship with you; they'd be eager to ingratiate themselves."

"I suspect it's related to his physique."

Yan Wei speculated, his expression turned quite peculiar.

Upon hearing this.

Everyone laughed.

Fatty's physique indeed presented a big challenge.

But this was innate, and there was nothing he could do about it.

As for this matter, they truly couldn't offer much help; only Fatty's sincerity could possibly win over Chu Xuan's parents.

Qin Feiyang looked at Yan Wei and asked, "Is there anything else?"

"No, that's all."

Yan Wei shook his head.

"Alright then, be careful around Fu An-shan."

Qin Feiyang advised.

"I know."

Yan Wei said, and his shadow quickly dissipated.

Qin Feiyang also put away the Image Crystal Stone.

Outside.

The vibrant woman and others were still searching for Qin Feiyang, while the elderly man in the black robe cursed vilely, trying to provoke Qin Feiyang into coming out.

But evidently.

He underestimated Qin Feiyang's temperament.

What hasn't Qin Feiyang experienced? How could such trifling matters make him angry?

Buzz!

A moment later.

Qin Feiyang's Image Crystal Stone buzzed again.

"Hmm?"

He paused slightly, looked at Lu Hong and the others, and said, "It should be Young Master Hao's message; you all step aside."

Everyone quickly retreated to a corner.

Indeed.

When Qin Feiyang took out the Image Crystal Stone, Young Master Hao's phantom appeared, yet there wasn't a trace of relief on his face, only urgency and worry.

The wolf king murmured, "This guy may be useless, but he's truly sincere to Xiao Qinzi."

Lu Hong and the others nodded repeatedly.

Because it was obvious, Young Master Hao was worried about Qin Feiyang.

Young Master Hao frowned and said, "Where are you now? Why does it look like you're in a training room?"

Qin Feiyang smiled nonchalantly, "I accidentally found a chamber underwater, now I'm hiding in it. How about you all?"

Young Master Hao breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "It's fine, we're hiding in a cave on a small island."

Qin Feiyang glanced behind Young Master Hao, puzzled, "Where are Wang Zicheng and Wang Youer? I don't see them."

"They're outside assessing the situation on the island. By the way, what about the God Python's minions?"

Young Master Hao asked.

"Still guarding outside."

Qin Feiyang replied.

"Then I'll give you the coordinates, and you can use a portal to come over."

Young Master Hao said, then provided the coordinates to Qin Feiyang.

"Did you forget? Wang Zicheng said that portals can't be opened in inner seas."

Qin Feiyang said, besides, portals can't be opened in this castle either.

"Yes, my forgetfulness."

Young Master Hao patted his forehead.

"Here's the plan, I have some matters to handle; you all head to the birthplace of the Pill Fire, and I'll meet up with you once I'm done."

Qin Feiyang said.

"More matters?"

Young Master Hao was startled and said helplessly, "You're really a busy man, alright, once we're at the birthplace of the Pill Fire, I'll message you."

"Okay."

Qin Feiyang nodded and then turned off the Image Crystal Stone, lowering his head in thought.

...

"Isn't this his first time in Qinghai? Why does he have so many matters?"

Meanwhile.

Inside the cave, Young Master Hao also lowered his head in thought.

Taps...

In less time than it takes to break a stick, accompanied by the sounds of footsteps, Wang Youer and Wang Zicheng entered the cave one after another.

Wang Zicheng looked at Young Master Hao and asked, "How did it go? Did you contact him?"

"Yes."

"He's already out of danger."

"But he has some matters to deal with, we should head to the birthplace of the Pill Fire first."

You can trust me to speak truly here.

"This..."

Wang Zicheng's complexion seemed dazed.

Ignoring the group of War Saints, just those two black snakes could make any Nine-Star War Saint feel hopeless.

Yet Qin Feiyang, with only Two-star War Saint cultivation, managed to escape; it's simply unbelievable.

Wang Youer was equally shocked.

Escaping from two War Emperors was no simple feat; how did this rascal succeed?

She looked at Young Master Hao and asked, "Did he mention what those matters were?"

"No, he didn't say."

Young Master Hao shook his head.

"Damn it!"

Wang Youer suddenly cursed angrily.

Wang Zicheng, returning to his senses, looked at Young Master Hao and Wang Youer and murmured, "It seems Ancestor Mu doesn't really trust these two; otherwise, he wouldn't hide things from them."

"Another issue arises."

"Wang Youer is his fiancée; how could anyone not trust their fiancée?"

"What is the relationship between these two?"

The more Wang Zicheng thought, the more curious he became.

Noticing Wang Zicheng's gaze, Wang Youer immediately frowned and said, "What are you looking at?"

"Nothing."

"Just thinking, it doesn't matter what he has to deal with as long as he's safe, right?"

Wang Zicheng said.

Both nodded.

Wang Zicheng said, "Then let's go. We'll wait for him at the birthplace of the Pill Fire."

Whoosh!!!

With that.

The three transformed into a streak of light, dashed out of the cave, and flew southwest without looking back.