Chapter 808: Quheng Island

When Qin Sang continued to press for more information,

The cultivator surnamed Wang shook his head and said, "I have been traveling for several decades and haven't returned once during that time. Decades have passed, and much has changed. Back then, I only knew about the existence of such a peculiar person through rumors, and I learned nothing further later on. If you're interested, I can give you the address of Spirit Turtle Island, but if that island master's temperament hasn't changed, meeting him might not be easy."

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Wang."

Qin Sang noted down the address.

The cultivator surnamed Wang wanted to hunt demons in the Demon Sea and sought Qin Sang's advice. Qin Sang had spent decades in the Demon Sea and gained considerable experience, so he immediately shared all the important details and precautions with him. Both were very pleased.

After chatting for a while longer, Qin Sang rose to take his leave and returned to his cave mansion.

He took out the sea chart of the Southwest Sea and located Riftwind Archipelago, confirming the position of Spirit Turtle Island.

As the cultivator surnamed Wang had said, Spirit Turtle Island was very remote. Without guidance, Qin Sang would never have imagined that Senior Azure Bamboo would choose such a place to establish his cultivation ground.

The imagery of peach blossoms had always been subtly linked to Senior Azure Bamboo, and Qin Sang's intuition told him it would be best to see it for himself.

However, Heaven's Might Island and Riftwind Archipelago were very far apart. A round trip would take years, and he would also have to guard against various hidden dangers encountered along the way.

Qin Sang pondered in his cave mansion for a long time before finally deciding to make the trip himself. He acted swiftly, immediately began preparations, purchased necessary items, and set off a few days later.

Before departing, Qin Sang sent a message to Madam Liu's informant.

For over a year, there had been no news from Madam Liu. Ambushing the Alliance Master's confidant, especially one who was a late-stage Core Formation expert, required patiently waiting for the right moment. However, compared to killing Xiang Yi, finding Senior Azure Bamboo was clearly more important.

With preparations complete, Qin Sang left Heaven's Might Island alone. After traveling some distance, he summoned the Two-Headed Ferret and rode the spirit beast across the water.

As he still hadn't determined the effects of the spirit fruit, Qin Sang dared not rashly feed it to the Two-Headed Ferret. The ferret was very displeased but, under Qin Sang's strict control, had no choice but to obey.

Thus, one man and one beast embarked on a long journey to find someone.

While riding the Two-Headed Ferret, Qin Sang's own cultivation wasn't significantly delayed. He held spirit stones, comprehending the Killing Talisman during the day and drawing starlight to temper his body at night.

Although he didn't take the busiest routes, he occasionally encountered other cultivators on the way. Qin Sang ordered the Two-Headed Ferret to avoid them as much as possible. Most cultivators, upon seeing someone riding such a high-level demonic beast, wisely kept their distance. Even powerful experts who prided themselves on their strength found it difficult to pester Qin Sang, given his aloof demeanor.

In truth, Qin Sang now only feared Nascent Soul Grandmasters.

In the vast ocean, it was unlikely he would have such bad luck as to run into a Nascent Soul Grandmaster.

He continued to travel and cultivate along the planned route.

When he encountered large islands along the way, Qin Sang would discreetly land and explore, replenishing his supplies and experiencing the local customs. He strictly adhered to his principle of minimizing contact with powerful local forces or major sects, to avoid complications.

The journey was relatively smooth, and Qin Sang gained much knowledge.

With continuous travel, Qin Sang drew closer to Riftwind Archipelago, already entering the Southwest Sea region.

The Southwest Sea was likely the most chaotic area in the Azure Waves Sea. Both the righteous and demonic factions had insufficient control over it, and the Witch Tribe's influence was also intertwined, stirring up trouble.

Upon entering the Southwest Sea, Qin Sang could no longer travel so openly and carelessly; he preferred to proceed more slowly.

"After nearly a year of refining, the power of my wings has doubled, and my flight speed has also increased considerably. It seems this path is correct..."

Reaching an uninhabited sea area, Qin Sang unleashed his divine ability, flapping his wings and flying wildly up and down over the water. Having complete control over his body felt more free and exhilarating than controlling a magic artifact.

The Two-Headed Ferret followed behind Qin Sang, its large eyes full of confusion. It couldn't understand how this person could spontaneously grow wings; did he also possess demonic beast bloodline?

After having his fill of fun, Qin Sang retracted his wings and landed on the Two-Headed Ferret, then took out his sea chart to check it.

"Ahead is a place called Golden Ring Island, occupied by the Golden Ring Sect. This sect is the largest in the vicinity, and its reputation is not entirely good, being neither purely righteous nor purely evil. Its leader is a Nascent Soul expert. I should just bypass it..."

Qin Sang traced an arc with his finger, pointing towards Riftwind Archipelago, and ordered the Two-Headed Ferret to change course.

After much circling and intermittent stops, they finally arrived in the waters near Riftwind Archipelago.

Early one morning, Qin Sang and the Two-Headed Ferret appeared on the sea surface, bathed in the glow of the rising sun. Seeing a long shadow appear ahead, they stopped.

"Finally arrived!"

Qin Sang exclaimed from the bottom of his heart.

After drifting on the sea for so long, even with his cultivation, he inevitably felt a bit weary.

"This must be Long Serpent Island, the northernmost point of Riftwind Archipelago. Its slender shape, resembling a high wall, makes it easy to identify. Entering Long Serpent Island means entering Riftwind Archipelago. Serpentine Isle, home to Riftwind Archipelago's largest city, is about three hundred li south of Long Serpent Island. Its island master was sent by both the righteous and demonic factions, making this area the most stable part of Riftwind Archipelago. I can go there to gather some information..."

Qin Sang recalled the Two-Headed Ferret, changed his appearance, concealed his aura, and set off discreetly.

After passing Long Serpent Island, a towering dark silhouette soon came into Qin Sang's view.

Serpentine Isle was a high mountain protruding from the sea. Its slopes were relatively gentle, and from a distance, rows of houses could be seen built around the mountain's body. The summit pierced the clouds, where faint outlines of palaces were discernible.

From time to time, cultivators could be seen flying in and out of Serpentine Isle.

Qin Sang's figure flickered repeatedly as he ascended Serpentine Isle. He was not questioned and was permitted entry with just a few spirit stones, but he was required to leave within a specified time unless he paid more.

Unlike other parts of Riftwind Archipelago, Serpentine Isle was not much different from Heaven's Might Island; it was orderly and free from excessive conflicts.

Qin Sang disguised himself as a low-level cultivator and scouted around, gaining a more detailed understanding of Riftwind Archipelago.

Riftwind Archipelago was vast. If its islands were connected, it would be larger than the Witch God Continent, but unfortunately, its environment was far worse.

Particularly in the southern part of the archipelago, storms frequently raged. The sea fog brought by these storms was boundless and lingered year-round, and powerful sea beasts also roamed there. Such a place was naturally a haven for rogue cultivators, and the situation could only be described as a complete mess. Only the area around Serpentine Isle could barely be considered a safe haven.

However, both the righteous and demonic factions could only control this particular area.

Some cultivators, wanted by both the righteous and demonic factions, hid deep within Riftwind Archipelago, making them difficult to apprehend.

After understanding the situation in Riftwind Archipelago, Qin Sang left Serpentine Isle that night and continued south. Unexpectedly, just as he was nearing Spirit Turtle Island, he was suddenly hit by a storm.

He suppressed his escape light, stood on the water's surface, and looked up at the sky.

In the southwest, the sky was dim and heavily overcast, like a fierce beast devouring everything at an astonishing speed.

The calm before the storm, the air was filled with a chilling stillness, suffocating.