However, he felt it wasn't that simple.

"Is this the only headquarters?"

"There are two headquarters, but we only know this one. Usually, if there are any important matters, high-level meetings are held here."

"Who else knows about the other one?"

"No one knows except the Grand Elder."

Ning Qi asked for more details and specific locations and already had an idea in mind. Ghost Mask's expression grew fiercer, with his eyes increasingly unfocused. Ning Qi then asked:

"Where does your Demon Sect refine the Holy Pill, and how is it used? Tell me everything you know about the Holy Pill."

Luo Wentian and the others' bodies trembled as they eagerly looked at Ghost Mask.

Only to see Ghost Mask starting to struggle.

Ning Qi's Divine Intent suppressed him, the Heart Inquiry Platform's waves encircled Ghost Mask, and then Ghost Mask spoke with difficulty:

"I don't know, only the Grand Elder and the Sect Leader know the Holy Pill Technique. It's the highest secret of the Holy Sect. Every Exotic Beast's Inner Core is handed to the Grand Elder personally. No one else knows where those Inner Cores go, perhaps to the other headquarters."

"What is your Sect Leader's background?"

Ghost Mask's voice surprisingly contained a trace of pride:

"The Sect Leader is an unparalleled genius of our Holy Sect, achieving the Martial Intent Ultimate Realm a Jiazi ago. No one knows what level he has reached now. Perhaps in the future, he will step into the Martial Saint Realm and lead our Holy Sect to unparalleled achievements!"

Even in the Soul Capturing state, he was somewhat fanatical.

Lin Ruhua saw Jiang Baishan looking at her and shook her head slightly:

"The Sect Leader had already gone into seclusion before I was born. Anything about the Sect Leader is an absolute secret in the Demon Sect, not to be mentioned by anyone."

Everyone felt a chill in their hearts, realizing this Sect Leader was not simple.

But Ning Qi remained calm.

As long as it wasn't a Martial Saint, he had no fear.

After a series of inquiries, he also understood that the Holy Pill Technique of the Demon Sect would likely still fall upon the Grand Elder. As for the Grand Elder's strength, it was equally extraordinary; according to Ghost Mask, it might be at the level of the top five of the Celestial Being List, if not more.

Moments later.

Ning Qi looked at Ghost Mask, who was starting to foam at the mouth and waved his hand lightly. Ghost Mask came out of the Soul Capturing state. He knew what he needed to know, but he couldn't kill Ghost Mask just yet. After all, he didn't know if the Demon Sect had some Secret Technique that could sense one's life and death.

If they found out Ghost Mask was dead, it would affect his subsequent actions. Moreover, he had promised Jiang Baishan to hand Ghost Mask over to him after questioning.

At this moment, Ghost Mask's eyes were filled with fear, looking at Ning Qi as if he had seen a ghost.

He couldn't imagine there was such a bizarre technique in the world; he felt like a stripped lamb, with no secrets left.

He had a splitting headache, as if a stone full of spikes had been shoved into his brain, continuously stirring. Snot and tears flowed uncontrollably, and his body trembled as if sieved. The aftereffects of the Pupil Technique had begun to manifest; even if he survived, he would live as a cripple.

Ning Qi flicked his finger.

Ghost Mask dropped like a rag in front of Jiang Baishan.

What needed to be known, he already knew.

"Fifth Brother, he's yours now. For now, he can't die. Wait for me to return, then we'll decide," Ning Qi said softly.

Jiang Baishan nodded hatefully:

"Don't worry, Jiu. I won't let him die so easily. As long as Ba doesn't wake up, he can't dream of dying!"

Luo Wentian sighed lightly, patted Jiang Baishan on the shoulder, but didn't say much. Qin Yun's current state made Jiang Baishan the most guilty. Perhaps this could allow him to vent some of his emotions.

He offered a few words of comfort, then let Jiang Baishan and Lin Ruhua go to rest. He already knew Lin Ruhua was pregnant, and despite Ning Qi healing her injuries, the continuous travels had left her mentally exhausted.

Only Ning Qi and Luo Wentian were left.

Luo Wentian said:

"Jiu, what do you plan to do?"

Ning Qi, with his hands behind his back, looked toward the sky:

"This trip down the mountain yielded nothing regarding the Blood Emperor Gu of the Southern Border. Now that I have a lead on the Demon Sect's Holy Pill Technique, I must seize this opportunity. I'm planning a trip to the Ten Thousand Flames Cave to best uproot them."

His voice was calm but full of murderous intent.

Qin Yun's plight further sentenced the Demon Sect to death in his heart.

Luo Wentian did not dissuade him, solemnly saying:

"No matter what situation you encounter, prioritize yourself. Always think of our master. If anything were to happen to you, he might be..."

With that, he sighed.

Ning Qi nodded seriously:

"Don't worry, I'll be careful. Time is of the essence, so I plan to leave now, lest the Demon Sect senses something amiss."

Ghost Mask, Qin Yun, and Elder Ye came out to capture Jiang Baishan and Lin Ruhua. If delayed too long, the Demon Sect would surely suspect.

Luo Wentian patted him on the shoulder:

"Go quickly and return quickly. Everything inside the sect is in my hands, don't worry."

Ning Qi nodded slightly and silently stepped into the air.

...

Heading west all the way.

Ning Qi's speed was extremely fast, but he restrained his presence, leaving no one aware of his passage.

His mind began to recall all the previous information, Ghost Mask's demeanor, some subtle habits that were hard to notice, various contact codes, detailed intelligence about the Ten Thousand Flames Cave, and information on many Demon Sect experts.

"The Ten Thousand Flames Cave is located at the border of the westernmost Liang State and the desert. There are numerous dangerous areas there, and the Ten Thousand Flames Cave is one of them. The Demon Sect, while making it their headquarters, has actually not fully explored it, merely occupying a small section based on previous generations' experiences."

"According to Ghost Mask, only those qualified to know about the Ten Thousand Flames Cave headquarters must be strong with a level above the Celestial Human Realm and absolutely loyal to the Demon Sect. Simply put, barring exceptions, one must be a lifelong member of the Demon Sect to know, which is why even Ba doesn't know, and Fifth Sister-in-law might gain that qualification if she steps into the Celestial Human Realm and passes the tests."

Ning Qi gradually understood why the Demon Sect was so elusive.

The Celestial Human Realm is the core.

Even if Great Yan eradicates all other branches of the Demon Sect, in a few decades, they can send some Celestial Human Realm experts to rebuild them, and the sect can revive.

Not to mention, the Ten Thousand Flames Cave is just one headquarters.

"This Demon Sect indeed has multiple nests. Without my Soul Capturing Eye Technique, I wouldn't even know about this Ten Thousand Flames Cave headquarters."

Ning Qi knew this journey wouldn't be easy.

He didn't know how many Celestial Human Realm experts the Ten Thousand Flames Cave had amassed over the years.

While pondering.

His face and body began to change, and in a blink, he had transformed into the appearance of Ghost Mask.

"Something's still missing."

Ning Qi patted his forehead, remembering.

While passing through a town, he took on the appearance of a regular person and bought some pieces of bronze. Then, using Gang Qi to form a flame, he melted them. In no time, a bronze mask identical to the one Ghost Mask wore appeared in Ning Qi's hand. He could imprint all the details in his mind after seeing it just once.

Ning Qi sped through the sky, during which he also practiced Ghost Mask's martial arts.

Time passed.

After crossing Liang State, he truly became 'Ghost Mask,' indistinguishable in appearance, build, attire, and martial arts characteristics.

He smirked.

Now, there were no flaws. But he had to be cautious since the intelligence from the Soul Capturing Eye Technique wasn't comprehensive; if his cover was blown, he had to be ready for a direct confrontation.

Still, if it could be done with less effort, all the better.

His aura gradually shifted, and the pupils hidden beneath the mask grew cold and calculating.

Ahead.

Was already the Ten Thousand Flames Cave.

The Ten Thousand Flames Cave had countless entrances and exits; from the sky, it looked like the earth had opened enormous mouths, some even spewing flames of various colors, quite spectacular. Some of the flames' power even surprised Ning Qi.

However.

The Demon Sect had explored over the years and mastered some of the patterns.

Ning Qi stopped before an entrance, waiting silently.

An two-hour later, the deep blue flames before him subsided, and he stepped in.

But just as he was about to act, a wave came from afar, rushing toward this direction. Ning Qi retracted his steps, looking coldly as a purple-robed young man approached, laughing heartily:

"What a coincidence to meet the Vice Sect Leader here!"

Ning Qi recognized this person as Jiang Tianlong, one of the Demon Sect's potential Saint Heirs.

He inwardly cursed his bad luck, feeling somewhat off to a rough start.

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