"Evil Lovers Alliance?"

Looking at the peculiar character "Lovers" on it, Qi Ping's brow furrowed tightly.

This reminded him of the Evil Lovers Alliance mentioned by the skinny Li Peng, which has been quite a headache for the Immortal Cultivation Realm.

Given that this token was found on the black-robed Cultivator, along with news of the Evil Lovers Alliance entering the Qingtian Realm, it was almost certain to determine the identity of this black-robed Cultivator.

Moreover, the fact that this black-robed Cultivator could contract demonic insects and use them to locate the growth area of Blood Ginseng led Qi Ping to suspect that the significant changes in the Cyan Origin Sect in recent years were likely related to these people from the Evil Lovers Alliance.

"This Qingshi County is getting more chaotic!"

"Luckily, Old Man Zhou and the others have already returned to the Mortal World, and I've gained the ability to transform into a bee. In case of danger, I can generally ensure my survival..."

With a means of self-preservation, Qi Ping wasn't too worried about the current situation. As long as he could run and escape, everything else could develop slowly!

"However, this token still needs to be dealt with..."

Many tokens have locating functions, especially those with special auras. Regardless of its potential big uses, Qi Ping didn't want to keep this token by his side.

The danger and uncertainty were too great!

Qi Ping had a clear plan for his future; keeping such a peculiar token was not an option for him, as there was no need to take such a risk.

So, Qi Ping carefully wrapped the token in several large leaves using spiritual power.

"You guys throw this token far away in other parts of the Cloud Mist Mountain Range! Remember this location and don't touch the token!"

"Buzz buzz... (Understood, Boss!)"

Shortly after, the High-speed Ring-cutting Bees flew away, carrying the token wrapped in leaves.

Watching this scene, Qi Ping let out a sigh of relief. Such a hot potato couldn't be kept by his side, and where it would land was beyond his control.

...

After dealing with these things, Qi Ping put on his clothes again and headed toward the Ancient Fir Wood where Sister Nan was located.

At this time, Sister Nan, in a simple outfit, was still diligently setting up various trap poison arrays, which was her usual style.

In her territory, even Cultivators of the same rank—or even those a rank higher—had a high chance of being killed by her.

"Little Qi, you're back? I've almost finished setting up my trap poison arrays!"

Seeing Qi Ping, Sister Nan proudly introduced the traps she had set up, while reminding Qi Ping to be careful not to accidentally trigger them.

In these difficult times, only these things could provide her with some sense of security.

"Sister Nan, we might not need these for now; let's save them for when there's real danger!" Qi Ping replied with a smile.

Qi Ping didn't think Sister Nan's actions were redundant.

If he hadn't awakened the Druid profession, his survival ability might not even match Sister Nan's.

So, he had great respect for Sister Nan, learning from her traits like caution and steady conduct.

It's precisely at times like these that caution is all the more necessary; countless people became arrogant after achieving some success and then were killed due to carelessness.

In his current state, Qi Ping still had the potential to be killed by a Mid-stage Qi Refining Cultivator, or he could attract Foundation Establishment Cultivators by exposing his methods. Although he had a chance to escape from a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, it was only a chance.

Now he already had the opportunity to slowly plot his path to eternal life, so he needed to act steadily, think carefully before taking action, and make comprehensive preparations for any risky situation.

For example, buying high-level spirit beasts might invite covetous eyes...

Or the risks hidden underground where Blood Ginseng grows...

Either event could potentially cost him his life.

In these aspects, Sister Nan did very well. If he could be as thorough and cautious as Sister Nan, his chances of encountering danger in the future would be greatly reduced.

So, Qi Ping didn't think less of Sister Nan just because he now commanded a swarm capable of taking down Late-stage Qi Refining Cultivators; instead, he thought there was still much to learn from Sister Nan.

"Huh? It's dealt with?"

Upon hearing Qi Ping's words, Sister Nan exclaimed in surprise.

"Yes, Sister Nan, look!"

After speaking, Qi Ping took out over a thousand corpses of Blood Resentment Mosquitoes and Corrosive Water Flies from his storage bag. Some of these corpses still retained some warmth, and blood and liquids continued to flow from them, evidently having died not long ago.

"Blood Resentment Mosquitoes and Corrosive Water Flies? And over a thousand of them?"

Seeing these high-tier Tier One demonic insects exuding dangerous auras, Sister Nan broke out in a cold sweat all over her back.

No wonder she had felt so uneasy; against such a lineup, any average Late-stage Qi Refining Cultivator would have met a gruesome end!

"Little Qi, are you unhurt?" Sister Nan asked in concern after recovering from her shock.

"I'm fine, Sister Nan. We did lose some bees, but it was within an acceptable range. Thanks to the Demon Insect Cultivation Manual you gave me; otherwise, the Golden Marrow Bees would have struggled against these late-stage demonic insects!"

As Qi Ping explained, he deliberately steered the conversation towards the [Spirit Beast Cultivation: Demon Insect Chapter]

"You've cultivated a stronger breed of bees?"

Sister Nan quickly caught on.

Indeed, the Tier One Intermediate Golden Marrow Bees couldn't have possibly defeated high-tier demonic insects.

"Hmm..."

Qi Ping didn't deny it but nodded instead. Even if he didn't say it, Sister Nan could have guessed—such prowess explained how he could so decisively and efficiently slay such a large number of demonic insects.

"Little Qi, you're amazing! It was of no use in my hands for so long, and yet, as soon as you got it, it made such a huge difference..."

"It was just luck, all thanks to you, Sister Nan... Oh yes, Sister Nan, you should hold onto this Ink Cicada!"

After saying this, Qi Ping took out an Ink Cicada from his sleeve, deadly even to Mid-stage Qi Refining Cultivators, and handed it to Sister Nan.

With his current speed of transforming into a bee far surpassing the activation speed of the Ink Cicada, and now being able to confront it head-on as an Ink Armor Bee, giving it to Sister Nan could only earn him some goodwill.

"Little Qi, when your strength increases a bit more..."

However, before Sister Nan could finish her sentence, Qi Ping interrupted:

"Sister Nan, Mid-stage Qi Refining Cultivators can't kill me now; the Ink Cicada holds little value for me. Trust me, it's more useful for you!" Qi Ping said, looking at Sister Nan with resolved eyes.

Faced with Qi Ping's determined gaze and over a thousand corpses of high-tier Tier One demonic insects, Sister Nan did not refuse further and accepted it.

Qi Ping's actions further reinforced Sister Nan's resolve to share the secret regarding the Demon Insect Cultivation Manual with him, dispelling any last remnants of hesitation.

If even someone like Qi Ping couldn't earn her trust, who else would?

"Alright, I shall shamelessly accept it then."

Knowing Qi Ping had the means to protect himself and with the Ink Cicada in her possession, she could indeed enhance her self-preservation abilities.

"This was our agreement, Sister Nan. Please accept it with peace of mind..."

Just as Qi Ping was about to ask about the source of the [Spirit Beast Cultivation: Demon Insect Chapter], Sister Nan spoke first:

"Little Qi, do you want to know the origin of the Demon Insect Cultivation Manual? I think it could be of great use to you..."

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