After returning to the Tianhua Sect, Xiao Bai went into seclusion for ten days, carefully sorting through what he had learned from his insights into space and analyzing each point in light of the questions Xu Qingtong had raised.
"Big Brother, I studied those questions of yours carefully. I think it should be..."
Xiao Bai explained his thoughts to Xu Qingtong in detail.
Hearing this, Xu Qingtong felt as though wisdom had been poured over his head, clearing away the tangled grass that had blocked his understanding.
"Xiao Bai, thank you!"
"Big Brother, do we brothers really need to stand on ceremony?"
After Xiao Bai left, Xu Qingtong sat cross-legged on the Stone Couch and pondered his words, deepening his understanding of space.
He took out another Mandui Fruit, ate it, and closed his eyes to refine its medicinal power.
Two days later, Xu Qingtong rose from meditation and walked out of his cave abode.
"Hui'er, how are your insights coming along?"
"Qingtong, you're here! I was just about to come looking for you!" Dongfang Hui said.
"Oh? How is your state of mind now? Has your cultivation shown any signs of budging?"
Dongfang Hui shook her head. "My cultivation still won't advance an inch!"
"Then let's go to Central Province's territory and gain some more experience!" Xu Qingtong said with a smile.
"I'm worried that carrying on like this will affect your cultivation!"
"I've already reached Spirit Transformation. I have plenty of time! Besides, accompanying you on your travels brings me gains too! Just like last time in Mist Valley, when I suddenly gained enlightenment and my state of mind drew closer to perfection!"
Hearing Xu Qingtong say this, the stone weighing on Dongfang Hui's heart finally settled. Her face full of anticipation, she asked, "Qingtong, where are you