Chapter 1079: Chapter 1076: Thank You for Giving Me Dignity
After leaving Xiao Wu’s residence, Xu Wendong returned to the Immortal Mansion, called Bai Zhi, soared into the air, and flew towards the direction of Lion Ridge.
Lion Ridge is located southeast of Baiyun Mountain, about ten thousand miles away in a straight line.
Even at Xu Wendong’s current speed, it would take a day to reach Lion Ridge.
"Miss Bai Zhi, here is your Soul Blood, take it back and dissolve the Soul-Devouring Ring!"
In midair, Xu Wendong took out Bai Zhi’s drop of Soul Blood and returned it to her.
"Can I truly regain my freedom?" Bai Zhi was shocked, her eyes revealing a glow of incredulity.
She knew what this drop of Soul Blood meant to her.
This meant she wouldn’t have to be enslaved by the Demon Race.
At the same time.
She also understood why Xu Wendong wanted to bring her, with her cultivation sealed, to Lion Ridge to search for medicinal herbs.
"If you have the confidence to escape the Demon Realm, then leave!" Xu Wendong’s expression was indifferent, showing no emotion.
Bai Zhi paused for a moment, unable to resist asking, "If I escape, how will you explain to the Demon Race?"
Xu Wendong shook his head; he didn’t know how he would explain to the Demon Race either.
But that wasn’t important.
What was important was.
He didn’t want to control Bai Zhi’s Soul Blood like the Demon Race because they were truly of the same race!
Bai Zhi sighed softly, "I really do want to leave!"
"For over a thousand years, I’ve constantly thought of leaving."
"It’s not that this place is bad, but here, I have no dignity."
"But I know that even if I want to leave, I don’t have the ability."
After a pause, her face showed gratitude: "Young Master Xu, thank you for giving me dignity."
"Since that’s the case, I naturally cannot repay kindness with enmity, making things difficult for you. I will certainly do my utmost to assist you!"
Although she previously considered dual cultivating with Xu Wendong to enhance his cultivation level, it wasn’t from the heart but merely a compromise for survival.
But at this moment, she felt a strong affection for Xu Wendong.
Xu Wendong smiled without saying much.
Yet.
His heart was exceedingly heavy.
The Demon Race’s scheme was terrifying; they appeared generous by relinquishing Bai Zhi’s Soul Blood.
Their intention was clearly to win Bai Zhi’s affection for Xu Wendong so she would willingly assist him.
Their true purpose was likely to have him grow strong, to break the Demon Realm’s formation.
To be honest, Xu Wendong wanted to leave the Demon Realm and seek his soulmate among the Human Race.
But if he really broke the Demon Realm’s formation···
What awaited the Human Race would be devastating retaliation.
If it really came to that.
Even his soulmate would be in peril.
And he.
Would become a historical disgrace.
"No point in overthinking, become stronger first. If I gain supreme strength, perhaps I can resolve the Demon Realm’s hatred toward the Human Race!"
Taking a deep breath, Xu Wendong cast aside these trivial matters and continued flying forward.
"Let me fly us!" Bai Zhi, having restored her Tribulation Crossing Initial Stage cultivation, pinched the spell with one hand, emanating a Nascent Soul Force from within her that enveloped Xu Wendong, instantly disappearing from the original spot.
As a Tribulation Crossing Initial Stage expert, Bai Zhi’s strength was undeniable, her speed so fast that even Xu Wendong found it hard to adapt.
If his flying speed was akin to a high-speed train on Earth, then Bai Zhi’s flying speed was akin to a supersonic jet.
By evening.
Bai Zhi landed on the ground with Xu Wendong, in front of a winding river, its surface calm, without a ripple.
"Cross this river, and it’s Lion Ridge territory, where many demon beasts abound, strong in capability. Even though you’ve recovered your cultivation level, caution is advised, avoid fighting if possible."
Xu Wendong came to seek the Purple Cloud Immortal Grass, not to cause trouble. If he could return with the grass undetected, he’d be overjoyed.
Subsequently, the two of them masked their presence and teleported across the river.
Now in Lion Ridge territory, they exercised extreme caution, not daring to fly.
Even with Bai Zhi’s Tribulation Crossing Initial Stage cultivation, it was negligible strength against the Demon Race.
Once discovered, they’d face relentless persecution from the Demon Race.
If captured, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Despite being discontent with being confined by Baiyun Mountain for over a thousand years, she had to admit that Baiyun Mountain treated them well.
Now worried, they chose to walk toward the secluded valley where the Purple Cloud Immortal Grass grew.
Luckily, it was only over a thousand kilometers away, and at their current pace, they could reach it within five days.
Before they knew it, night had fallen. They did not travel under the cover of darkness but found a cave to slip into.
The cave was small, barely accommodating two people.
Outside was eerily quiet.
Only the rustling of leaves disturbed by a gentle breeze broke the silence.
Inside the cave was also very quiet.
Xu Wendong sat cross-legged, channeling the Spiritual Energy and beast Qi in his flesh to temper his sinews and bones, refining his flesh and internal organs.
He was currently stuck at a bottleneck, needing the Soul Awakening Pill to step into the Emergence Stage.
But until he finished concocting the Soul Awakening Pill, he refused to relax.
For that reason, he continued honing his body, refining his internal organs.
"Is Young Master Xu not interested in women?" Bai Zhi sat beside him, her eyes carrying a hint of grievance.
She had already prepared herself for dual cultivation with Xu Wendong, but Xu Wendong remained decent.
This dealt a severe blow to her self-esteem, leading her to think Xu Wendong wasn’t interested in her.
"No, that’s not it!" Xu Wendong was utterly embarrassed, "I just don’t want to put you in a difficult position."
Bai Zhi’s face flushed slightly, a hint of shyness appearing: "If that’s so, then let me serve Young Master Xu!" She said this, her face turning a slight crimson.
She wore a long white dress, exuding an unearthly elegance, peerless splendor, giving off a sense of purity.
As that blush rose to her cheeks, Xu Wendong’s heart pounded fiercely.
He hadn’t expected Bai Zhi to be so forward.
But just as she was about to remove her long dress, Xu Wendong said, "Miss, let’s wait until I’ve broken through before we engage in dual cultivation!"
Although Xu Wendong didn’t mind an intense night battle with her, he was currently at a bottleneck, and even dual cultivation with Bai Zhi wouldn’t increase his cultivation level.
For this reason, Xu Wendong decided to wait until after his breakthrough for them to dual cultivate together.
He knew Bai Zhi was a super powerhouse at the Tribulation Crossing Initial Stage, and dual cultivating with her would undoubtedly yield endless benefits.
It might even directly propel him into the Soul Division Phase Cultivation.
If he engaged in dual cultivation with her now, it would surely squander this precious opportunity.
Hearing Xu Wendong’s words, a trace of inexplicable sadness surfaced in Bai Zhi’s eyes. She bowed her head and softly said, "So, in Young Master Xu’s eyes, am I merely a dual cultivation partner?"
Xu Wendong was taken aback; our relationship is confined to physical attraction, did you expect something emotional?