Inside the Fusheng Association...

"It seems everyone is already well aware of the current situation. The demonic insects have emerged, and two of our members from the Fusheng Association have died because of this... Let's all share the information we've gathered and any solutions we've thought of..."

Wang Mountain didn't joke around as usual this time. Instead, with a very serious expression, he went directly to the point.

Just yesterday, a member of the Fusheng Association was eaten by a demonic insect while out gathering intelligence, and with Lin Chaoyang's death, things have reached a critical point.

No one is thinking about anything else at this moment. The only purpose for coming here today is to gather information and share any solutions they've come up with.

"I'll go first!" said Fatty Zhou, who encountered insect poison with his Jade Spirit Duck last time:

"I don't know much information, so I'll just share my solution. I plan to return to being a mortal with my wives and children and not step into the Immortal Cultivation Realm again..."

"Loose Cultivation is too difficult. It was tolerable before, but now with Tribulation Cultivators and insect disasters, rent has increased, and safety can't be guaranteed..."

"Although my children have Spirit Root talent, it's not high. If they have to struggle like I did, it's better to return to the Mortal World and live comfortably as a wealthy family..."

"After selling everything and paying the relocation fee, I've quite a bit left. Yesterday, I contacted the Hongyun Merchant Association and prepared to pay a fee to have them take my family away from here. If any of you want to join, you're welcome..."

When Fatty Zhou said this, his face was full of helplessness. If it wasn't out of necessity, who would want to give up Immortal Cultivation?

Once you return to the Mortal World, the Spiritual Qi there is almost nonexistent, and once used, it's nearly impossible to replenish.

Cultivation would be out of the question.

As the Spiritual Qi in your body is consumed and disappears, if there's nothing like Spirit Stones to replenish it, your Cultivation Realm will gradually dissipate too...

So unless forced by circumstances, no Cultivator would want to return to the Mortal World.

But for the safety of his wives and children, Fatty Zhou had no choice but to make this decision.

Qi Ping and the others understood this and agreed that for Fatty Zhou, this was indeed the best choice.

Wang Mountain, hearing this, also chimed in:

"That's my plan too; let's go together when the time comes. With the Hongyun Merchant Association, there'll be much more safety. Some people were robbed halfway when they tried to leave..."

"However, after sending my wife to the Mortal World, I will return and try to affiliate myself with the three great families, doing odd jobs. There's no hope for me, but I can accumulate some resources for my children's future endeavors in the Immortal Cultivation Realm..."

"Moreover, I've heard that the number of demonic insects emerging from the Secret Realm this time is far beyond expectations. The Cyan Origin Sect and the three great families have sent out many Foundation Establishment and late-stage Qi Refining cultivators to suppress them, but they've only managed to deal with a small portion of the demonic insects. Many late-stage Qi Refining cultivators have died, and several Foundation Establishment cultivators have also been injured..."

"Foundation Establishment cultivators were injured?" Hearing this, everyone was stunned.

Has the situation become this dire?

"Yes, it has," Wang Mountain affirmed.

The only one who remained calm among the group was the jaundiced, thin Li Peng, who casually took over the conversation:

"Brother Wang is right. The number and strength of demonic insects this time have reached a point that even the combined strength of the three great families can't resolve..."

"However, there's no need to be overly worried. The number of demonic insects remaining in Qingshi County is not that many. I estimate that around sixty percent of us loose cultivators can survive this crisis..."

"So my strategy is simple: I'll stay, and whether I survive or not depends on my luck..."

"..."

The other members of the Fusheng Association were left speechless by this approach, but this was just like Li Peng!

After all, he's a man who could remain unfazed even after nearly being drained by a male cultivator.

Qi Ping always felt that this guy has a sort of tranquil madness about him.

However, there seemed to be more to Li Peng's identity. Despite appearing muddled, he was well aware of many things within Qingshi County, and what he said was likely true.

"Let's add another piece of news..." Li Peng continued:

"Regarding the Tribulation Cultivator issue, there's a rumor that the Cyan Origin Sect dares not make a move because there are members of the Evil Lovers Alliance among the Tribulation Cultivators..."

"Whether the Cyan Origin Sect chooses not to act because of fear is uncertain, but it's certain that there are Evil Lovers Alliance members among them..."

Upon hearing the name "Evil Lovers Alliance," everyone was filled with confusion. What kind of force is this that even the Cyan Origin Sect fears?

"Evil Lovers Alliance?"

"Yes, the Evil Lovers Alliance is an organization that severely troubles the entire Immortal Cultivation Realm. Since they've appeared as Tribulation Cultivators here, they must be planning something. In my view, their danger might even surpass that of the demonic insects. Maybe what they're plotting is related to the demonic insects..."

"Of course, the Evil Lovers Alliance's presence doesn't necessarily mean danger. Sometimes, they also disperse Cultivation Techniques, rare treasures, etc., though the chances are low..."

"In short, staying here might offer a chance for great rewards amid risks. If you seek stability, you can leave. If you're willing to take a gamble, you can stay..."

Thin Li Peng's words left everyone exchanging looks; the information was overwhelming.

But everyone knew that what Li Peng said was mostly true...

After asking some details about the Evil Lovers Alliance, it was Qi Ping, Sister Nan, and Meng Shanshan's turn. Each shared their methods and knowledge, and after a brief discussion, they all departed.

Wang Mountain and Fatty Zhou headed to the Hongyun Merchant Association to arrange their return to the Mortal World.

Thin Li Peng went towards the brothel.

Meng Shanshan mentioned that she had formed a Daoist couple bond with a sect disciple from another Great Realm. That person promised to take her away from Qingshi County after completing matters here, and she was here on behalf of her father to bid everyone farewell for the last time.

After this farewell, they might never meet again...

Sister Nan, like Qi Ping, also chose to stay here, without hesitation.

Qi Ping felt she seemed to have a reason that required her to stay in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, perhaps even in Qingshi County.

Since she didn't say, Qi Ping wouldn't ask. Who doesn't have their own secrets?

Needless to say, Qi Ping wouldn't leave either. A place that can easily supply a large amount of Tier One Intermediate Spiritual Medicines is reason enough for Qi Ping to stay.

There's also a secret concerning the Blood Ginseng underground that Qi Ping plans to explore after completing the High-speed Ring-cutting Bee's blast soldier plan.

There was the option to wait slowly for his strength to grow, but if not done soon, there might not be another chance in the future.

Besides, while digging, Qi Ping plans to send a few Golden Marrow Bees to scout, and then he, along with the Bee King, most of the swarm, and Old Man Zhou, will be ready to flee if needed, maximizing his safety.

However, just as Qi Ping returned to the mountain after leaving the Fusheng Association, preparing to cultivate Blood Ginseng, he was quickly led away by the Golden Marrow Bees.

"Buzz buzz... (Boss, something happened!)"

"What happened?"

"Buzz buzz... (Follow us! There's a very fierce insect!)"

When Qi Ping followed the Golden Marrow Bees through a dense forest, dozens of demonic insect corpses and also dozens of Golden Marrow Bee corpses simultaneously came into view...

Qi Ping's face instantly turned grim...

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