Xu Qingtong had spent five months in seclusion. His cultivation had not improved much, but he had reaped great rewards in Dao enlightenment.
He looked at Shen Haotian and found his breathing deep and steady, without the slightest fluctuation of magic power. Smiling faintly, he said, "Congratulations, Brother Shen. Your realm is stable, and Juxian Academy has gained another Spirit Transformation powerhouse!"
"Congratulations to you too! Brother Qingtong, you must have gained quite a lot from this seclusion as well, haven't you?" Shen Haotian said.
"Thanks to your good fortune, Brother Shen, I've gained some insights!"
"Qingtong, now that our business here is finished, shall we return to Central Province?" Shen Haotian said.
Xu Qingtong pondered for a moment, then said, "Brother Shen, go back first. I still need to spend some more time in seclusion! Once you return, work with Luo Yichen to find Yin Wanchou as soon as possible!"
"Oh? Do you need me to stay here with you?" Shen Haotian paused in surprise, then asked.
"No need! I can manage on my own!"
Shen Haotian considered briefly, then said, "Then I'll head back. Be careful!"
"Mm, you must be extra careful too, Brother Shen! Especially when searching for Yin Wanchou-you mustn't let your guard down!" Xu Qingtong said with a nod.
After seeing Shen Haotian off, Xu Qingtong returned to Ink Bamboo Studio.
In truth, he had stayed behind not to cultivate, but because his five months of secluded contemplation had given him a new understanding of space-time. He wanted to try opening Immortal Lord Cangwu's residence, the place called Sea Cloud Hall.
Although Shen Haotian was on good terms with him, when it came to treasure hunting, if he could accomplish it alone, it was best not to bring anyone else along!
After meditating in Ink