When Qin Xiao and his companion returned to the area below the clouds, the others were already getting impatient.

Upon seeing Wang Xinian return, Zhang Muye and Lin Ling immediately noticed the long sword.

"Captain, this...this is a spirit weapon?"

Wow, so handsome!

The two men surrounded Wang Xinian, some wanting to reach out but others hesitant.

Wang Xinian held the longsword in his hand. "This is the longsword from the mountaintop. It has already formed a contract with me."

"Captain, what is the function of this sword?"

Lin Ling asked curiously.

Wang Xinian's lips curled up slightly, and he felt a little excited.

"This sword can currently enhance my psionic strength and increase my affinity for lightning psionic energy."

"With this sword in hand, most beasts of the same level are no match for me!"

For a beast tamer, who is inherently weak, to be able to contend with exotic beasts using only their own body is truly a remarkable achievement.

After chatting for a while, the group began planning their next location.

However, before leaving, I still plan to search this area one more time.

We've now roughly figured it out; apart from the lightning strike, there are basically no other dangers.

The six people were divided into four teams: Qin Xiao and Yu Jian, Wang Xinian went alone, Lin Ling and Zhang Muye, and Ye Qinghuan and her daughter were in one team.

Aside from being aware of the dangers posed by the terrain, you can freely explore this area.

Although Ye Qingya was somewhat worried about Qin Xiao taking the jade sword away, she didn't say anything more under Qin Xiao's reassuring gaze.

The group dispersed on the yo-yos, and will be picked up again three hours later.

Finally, Qin Xiao sat on Youyou's back and flew off in another direction.

The gentle chirping of birds accompanies the mountain breeze.

On his back, the atmosphere was somewhat silent.

Qin Xiao looked at the top of the mountain ahead, and as long as there was nothing unusual, he didn't bother to go down and investigate.

A jade sword floated around him.

Do you have something to say?

This jade sword is quite perceptive; Qin Xiao did indeed have some questions he wanted to ask her.

“There are almost no intelligent beings in this secret realm, and according to you, most of the fairy’s fellow disciples have also become spirits.”

So, how did the fairy preserve her divine soul?

Qin Xiao's question was rather subtle; in short, he suspected that the other party was acting strangely.

The jade sword, upon hearing Qin Xiao's question, did not answer and fell silent.

"To tell you the truth, Fairy, your world is already a thing of the past. This secret realm will soon be developed by more people."

We are just the vanguard; there are many more powerful beings waiting to enter our world.

Fairy, your situation isn't actually that good, after all, you're the only one who still has consciousness.

Are you threatening me?

The jade sword responded, its tone somewhat cold, and a hazy, clear light shone forth.

"It's not a threat, it's just explaining the situation to the fairy. After all, given the current circumstances, what difference does it make who we cooperate with?"

Qin Xiao smiled and said calmly.

"Then why shouldn't I choose to cooperate with you instead of choosing the stronger one?"

"Putting aside whether those powerful individuals would even be interested in your benefits, how do you know they won't do other things?"

I think they might be more interested in your memories and experiences, and perhaps they'll use some less gentle methods.

Qin Xiao took advantage of the other party's ignorance and fabricated a wild story.

Moreover, upon closer examination, these words do make some sense, especially when considering someone like the other party.

The whole world has perished, the world is shattered, the other party's sense of security is too low, and they will inevitably overthink things.

"Heh, you've got quite a few tricks up your sleeve, kid. But how can you guarantee you're trustworthy?"

A woman's soft laughter came from the jade sword. Qin Xiao remained expressionless, but his heart was filled with excitement.

There really is something going on!

"You didn't have a choice, did you? At least I seem like a pretty good choice."

"You seem to still be conscious. Your generation should have the means to establish trust in transactions, right?"

Qin Xiao smiled, looking like he had the other party completely under his thumb.

"I do know some of the precious spiritual weapons in this secret realm; they were all once disciples of my sect."

I also have a way to ensure our mutual trust, but you'll have to help me fulfill three conditions.

Yu Jian's words were devoid of emotion, making it difficult to discern whether the other party was acting willingly or under duress.

"Tell me what you think," Qin Xiao raised an eyebrow. This woman was quite greedy.

"First, help me escape this world and conceal my identity, and assist me in my cultivation."

Second, I need to enter the sect's forbidden area to obtain a new body; you need my help.

Third, I want the dragon on your shoulder!

Qin Xiao didn't react yet, but Jingjing, who was wrapped around Qin Xiao's neck, got all pricked up.

With its wings spread, it hovered in the air, its dark golden dragon eyes fixed on the jade sword.

A burst of golden dragon flame erupted, rushing directly towards the jade sword.

A clear, melodious light appeared on the surface of the jade sword as it struggled to resist the intense dragon breath.

"Jingjing, calm down."

Qin Xiao comforted Jingjing, causing her to shrink and fall back into his hand.

"You have quite the plan, exchanging a few unknown spiritual weapons for so many benefits."

I can agree to your first request. Please explain your situation regarding the second. The third is impossible.

He responded directly to the other party.

After Jingjing stopped breathing, the jade sword wobbled a few times, landed on Youyou's back, and then slowly flew up again.

"You truly are a dragon!! With such bloodline, where did you come from?!"

Ignoring Qin Xiao's words, Yu Jian asked somewhat anxiously.

"None of your business. If you don't want to talk about it, then forget it."

It's just a loss of some benefits, but even after the secret realm is developed, it's not like we won't be able to obtain spiritual weapons.

Qin Xiao directly refused.

The owner of the jade sword seemed to choke for a moment, remaining silent before speaking again.

"Within the forbidden area of ​​my Lingying Immortal Sect, there is a Spirit-Nourishing Pool, in which a sword grass is nurtured."

"I need your help to open the forbidden area, and then I will use the Spirit Transformation Technique to enter that sword grass."

"Can't you get in by yourself?" Qin Xiao asked curiously.

"I lost my true form and am now residing in this illusory jade tablet. My cultivation has been greatly reduced, and I am unable to enter that forbidden area."

Moreover, after so many years, the Spirit Gathering Pool may have changed. If I were to enter rashly, with my current cultivation level, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to cope.

Yu Jian said without any hesitation.

Qin Xiao fell silent for a moment; it sounded like there was a great risk involved.

A transcendent realm secret realm—could it be that the transcendent realm is located within this forbidden area?

"Does that Spirit-Nourishing Pool harbor many exotic beasts?"

The fairy revealed herself and shook her head, "The Spirit Pool contains rare and exotic species, originally intended for refining magical treasures."

But so many years have passed, perhaps their spiritual energy has diminished, and they have all vanished, or perhaps they have gained power; who knows?

Qin Xiao considered it for a moment and was somewhat tempted.