CHAPTER 569: CHAPTER 569: THE HARDEST PART IS SAYING GOODBYE

Qin Yi escaped back to his room, thinking to himself that indeed he was a true gentleman, silently praising himself with a grimace. The truth was, he had been aroused by Duan Yiyi’s words, and then... it hurt even more.

He originally wanted to take a rest, but after some thought, he picked up his phone and started dialing.

Qin Yi made over a dozen calls before putting down his phone, then he pondered for a moment, thinking if he had missed anything.

Nan ZaiXu and the others were not to be trifled with, so he couldn’t make a single misstep, as any mistake could lead to irrevocable disaster.

After making sure he hadn’t missed anything, Qin Yi sat cross-legged by the bed to channel energy and heal the unspeakable wound.

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Time flew by like a white colt crossing a chasm, and in the blink of an eye, a month had passed.

During this month, Qin Yi stayed by Xia Yanbing’s side every day, being a diligent and responsible husband.

Nan ZaiXu and the others had long left Yinfeng City, but rumors about them kept circulating within the circle.

"Little husband, why are you not worried?" asked Duan Yiyi one day as everyone was watching TV, unable to hold back.

Qin Yi looked at her in surprise: "Worried about what?"

"You know I’m talking about Nan ZaiXu and the others. Recently, word has spread all over the circle that in the past month, they’ve been frantically recruiting young experts from the rankings. Even Bai Siyin and Chuanxuan have pledged their allegiance to them. The key is, they’re doing it under the guise of being your close friends."

"As soon as those young experts heard they were your close friends, they rushed to follow and serve them."

Qin Yi’s lips curved upwards: "Although they are recruiting these young experts under the banner of being my friends, I have to admit, Nan ZaiXu and the others have high cultivation, indeed warranting followership."

"But, but they’re clearly picking your peaches."

Qin Yi: "..."

How awkward that sounded, what do you mean they’re picking his peaches? Only Xia Yanbing could pick his peaches.

Yun Mengyao lay slanted on the sofa, the Immortal Feather Skirt lifted to her thighs, revealing her long, slender white legs. Exuding a languid vibe, she lazily spoke: "Yiyi, don’t worry. Don’t you know him well? He’s always the one scheming against others, who can take advantage of him?"

Duan Yiyi nodded in agreement, looking at Qin Yi: "Little husband, do you have a plan?"

"No," Qin Yi shrugged.

"I don’t believe you."

"Oh."

Duan Yiyi fumed: "Little husband, I said I don’t believe you."

"Oh."

"Ah... you’re driving me mad. Little husband, can you be serious? I’m talking business. Those young experts on the ranking were supposed to follow you, now Nan ZaiXu and the trio have divided them up. I can’t swallow this."

Qin Yi waved his hand, an invisible force moving the teacup in front of Duan Yiyi: "Can’t swallow it down, take a sip of water and let it slide down."

Duan Yiyi was stunned for a moment, angrily saying: "Fine, I won’t care about you anymore."

Qin Yi couldn’t help but smile in amusement.

"Brother, do you have a plan? Stop teasing Sister Yiyi."

Qin Yi chuckled and said: "Your task is to focus on your cultivation; you don’t need to worry about other matters. I have my plans."

As he was speaking, the phone in Qin Yi’s pocket rang.

Upon taking it out, he saw it was a call from Xiahou Jun.

Qin Yi answered the call: "Hello?"

No one knew what Xiahou Jun said on the other end. Qin Yi ended the call with "I understand."

"Husband, are you leaving again?" Xia Yanbing asked after they returned to the room, having remained silent while watching TV.

Qin Yi could sense Xia Yanbing’s nervous tone clearly, but he still nodded with a wry smile.

"Xiahou Jun sent a message; Nan ZaiXu and the others have made a move. These guys are truly up to more than just recruiting experts to bolster their forces."

Xia Yanbing curiously asked: "What are they planning to do?"

"It’s not clear for now; Xiahou Jun is still investigating. Once it’s found out..." Qin Yi looked at Xia Yanbing, full of apology, "I’m afraid I must leave for a while."

"Will it be dangerous?"

Qin Yi took Xia Yanbing’s hand, letting her sit by the bed, then knelt and looked at her: "Wife, I swear, I’ll come back unharmed."

Though Xia Yanbing was reluctant, she knew well that what Qin Yi was doing pertained to the living beings of the world. She silently nodded, cupping Qin Yi’s face with her hands: "Husband, I trust you. Baby and I will wait for you at home."

Qin Yi nodded, leaned in and pressed his face against Xia Yanbing’s belly: "Listen up, you two little guys, while I’m away, don’t give your mom a hard time. Be sure to protect her for me."

Seeing Qin Yi’s serious words, Xia Yanbing couldn’t help but laugh: "Silly, can they understand?"

"Of course, they can. Children of Qin Yi, how can they be judged by common logic?"

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Ten days later, Qin Yi left quietly in the dead of night. Only Xia Yanbing knew, and everyone else was left for Xia Yanbing to soothe. Parting was the hardest; Qin Yi hated it but was helpless.

This time, heading towards Saber Forest Valley near the Wolf Country.

Saber Forest Valley is a large canyon belonging to the Wolf Country. Due to the constant wind and sand in the valley all year round, under nature’s meticulous craftsmanship, strange rock formations resembling long knives emerged, hence the name Saber Forest Valley.

Two days ago, Qin Yi received the last message from Xiahou Jun. Nan ZaiXu, Mo Buwen, the Flower Demon, and others, along with a hundred young experts from the rankings, left for Saber Forest Valley.

Qin Yi was puzzled, what were these individuals up to at Saber Forest Valley? Could the valley hold some treasure?

This too was unclear to Xiahou Jun. He had asked Nan ZaiXu, but the other party was secretive and evasive.

Saber Forest Valley is in Wolf Country territory. Though small, the Wolf Country is fierce and brave, its economy is underdeveloped, and its people naturally crave combat and killings. As such, even some larger countries are unwilling to provoke Qi Refiners from the Wolf Country.

The area of Wolf Country is even smaller than the Southern Country, yet the Qi Refinement lineage there is stronger.

Decades ago, in the Battle of Luoshen Mountain, the Wolf Country was a key player, and many Qi Refiners from Longxia perished at their hands.

Nan ZaiXu and others took the strongest hundred Qi Refiners from Longxia to an enemy country. The Wolf Country has always been hostile towards Longxia. This isn’t a trivial matter; if they have any ill intentions, should something happen to these hundred young experts, the Qi Refinement lineage of Longxia could see a severed heritage.

The young experts of each country bear the responsibility of succession. If something happens, Longxia’s Qi Refiners will face a gap period, taking at least thirty years to cultivate the next generation, a void no country can endure.

People like Xiahou Jun will bear responsibilities akin to those of the Azure Dragon in the future. If something happens to them, with the Azure Dragon’s generation of Qi Refiners growing old and weak, if the nations ally again in attack, who would stand against them?

Therefore, these hundred people represent the future of the Qi Refinement line in Longxia, and nothing must happen to them.

Qin Yi deeply understood the gravity of the situation, hence why he rushed non-stop towards Saber Forest Valley.