Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1603 - 1603 943 Only State the Facts

Chapter 1603: Chapter 943: Only State the Facts Chapter 1603: Chapter 943: Only State the Facts Chapter 0943: Stating Facts Only

Qi Tian spoke sincerely, but it didn’t move Dugu Bosi at all. On the one hand, she didn’t believe Qi Tian was being truthful, and on the other hand, she had plans for her three disciples that did not include him. Even if Qi Tian was impressive, in her eyes, he was just average and could not compare to the few young talents in her circle.

However, Dugu Bosi did not scold Qi Tian on the spot, telling him not to harbor vain hopes. Instead, she patiently waited for him to finish speaking before saying, “Sir, it is their honor that you think highly of Hongxia and her fellow sisters. However, being still young, they are in the midst of cultivating diligently, and it is not suitable for them to be distracted by romantic endeavors. Hence, I can only apologize to you on their behalf.”

Qi Tian was not so easily dismissed. Of course, he had such an attitude because he had no respect for Dugu Bosi. Having already subdued one like her as an Immortal Slave, Qi Tian found it acceptable to pay superficial respects, but expecting him to be truly reverential was simply impossible.

He smiled and said, “Master, that statement is incorrect. Cultivation and seeking a suitable Taoist couple are not conflicting matters. If the couple is harmonious and complements each other well, they can achieve more with less effort. This would only benefit their cultivation, not harm it. I have fallen for Fellow Daoist Hongxia, Fellow Daoist Yuqiu, and Fellow Daoist Yulan at first sight. If you would agree to give their hands to me, the four of us could surely progress rapidly on the path of cultivation and will not disappoint you. Moreover, once the four of us are married, we will be family. During the competition in Holy Land, I will be able to utilize my full potential. Since they would be my Taoist couples, naturally, I can’t allow them to suffer any grievances.”

Dugu Bosi furrowed her brows, finding Qi Tian particularly troublesome with his slew of devious arguments, stubbornly focusing on this issue and refusing to let go. Did he not realize that he was speaking to a Master whose cultivation far exceeded his own?

“Qi Tian, you might deceive others, but not me. You claim to have fallen for my disciples at first sight, but I can’t see any admiration in your eyes when you look at them, not even a desire to possess them. The conditions you propose aren’t heartfelt. You are setting up premises and raising your demands to bargain with me, aren’t you?”

Qi Tian chuckled and said, “You are the senior, and since you have said this, it’s difficult for me to refute.”

Dugu Bosi scoffed, saying, “I have met many juniors, but none as troublesome as you. Let’s not beat around the bush. Don’t overprice yourself; just speak frankly. If your demands are within our capacity, we can negotiate. If you think Cat Ear City can’t do anything without you and use that to justify unreasonable demands, then don’t blame me for not giving you any face.”

Qi Tian assumed a stance as if making one last attempt, looking earnestly as he said, “Master, won’t you reconsider? My feelings for Fellow Daoist Hongxia are sincere, and I believe I am quite promising, a genuine asset with potential for the future. If Fellow Daoist Hongxia could marry me as a Taoist couple, she could reap unimaginable benefits in the future.”

Dugu Bosi scoffed, saying, “Stop talking nonsense to me. There is no possibility for this matter, so get that out of your head. Think of some other demands instead. This is your final chance. If you don’t cherish it, once it’s over, you can’t blame me for not warning you.”

Seeing Dugu Bosi’s firm stance, Qi Tian realized that persisting with this matter would be futile for him. Fortunately, proposing marriage to He Hongxia was merely a smokescreen he had used, so being rejected was not something to be upset about. Nevertheless, he still put on an extremely regretful appearance, saying, “I had hoped to use this opportunity to become closer to Fellow Daoist Hongxia, Fellow Daoist Yuqiu, and Fellow Daoist Yulan. It seems fate is not on our side, and despite my regrets, I must accept this outcome.”

Still counting on Qi Tian to work for them, Dugu Bosi casually comforted him, saying, “You and Hongxia and the others aren’t entirely without a chance. If you can perform well during the Holy Land competition, you might capture their hearts. Then, if you all come to propose to me together, I won’t stand in your way.”

Qi Tian shook his head, saying, “Let’s talk about future matters in the future. Since you are unwilling to agree to my proposal, I can only put forth my modest request, hoping that you will fulfill it.”

Dugu Bosi nodded and said, “Go ahead, I’m listening.”

Qi Tian said, “Just now, Fellow Daoist Yuqiu mentioned that if I could gear up my team to reunite with Fellow Daoist Hongxia within a month, she would reward me with five hundred top-grade spirit stones. I accept this offer, but it’s not sufficient. Besides this, I hope you can tell me all the details about the Holy Land competition that you know.”

Dugu Bosi instantly understood Qi Tian’s intentions; after all his pretenses, his real purpose was this. She said, “You sure know how to calculate your advantages. However, information about the Holy Land competition is priceless. I cannot tell you any of it, even if you were to leave the team. There’s no possibility at all.”

Qi Tian said, “Since there’s nothing to discuss, then there’s no need for us to say anything more. I will take my leave now, as if I had never come here today.”

Qi Tian spoke decisively, and his actions were even more resolute. He stood up and walked toward the outside of the room, his steps firm, his expression devoid of any hesitation. He didn’t need to obtain insider information from Dugu Bosi; for him, such information was merely the icing on the cake—welcome if available, but trivial if not.

Gao Yuqiu hurriedly looked at her master, waiting for Dugu Bosi to give her an order. If there was a need to stop Qi Tian, she would act immediately.

Dugu Bosi’s expression was incredibly complex. Qi Tian’s decisiveness had exceeded her expectations. She had not easily found someone as suitable as Qi Tian and naturally could not let him leave just like that. But to keep Qi Tian here, she needed sufficient leverage, which she lacked. Of course, she could use force, but that bore great risks. It might alert the Nascent Soul Master behind Qi Tian, and if a conflict arose, it would be disadvantageous for both sides. Moreover, since this was the territory of the Holy Land, a careless move could violate the rules set by the Holy Land for outsiders like them, a situation she might not even be able to handle.

As Qi Tian was about to step out of the guest room, Dugu Bosi sighed internally. Ultimately, she needed Qi Tian more, and going against his wishes certainly would not work. So, she said, “Three pieces of information—I can tell you three pieces of information about the great competition in the Holy Land. If you accept this, stay; if you think three pieces are too few, you can leave.”

Qi Tian’s steps came to a halt, and he turned around, saying, “Senior, had you spoken earlier, couldn’t we have reached an agreement sooner? Why waste so much time?”

Seeing how readily Qi Tian agreed, Gao Yuqiu couldn’t help but feel a pang of regret. Her master might have set the stakes too high; perhaps mentioning just one piece of information might have been enough to make Qi Tian stay. She huffed discontentedly and glanced at Qi Tian with a scornful look.

Dugu Bosi glared at Gao Yuqiu. Now was not the time for complications. She said, “Qi Tian, what kind of information would you like to know?”

Qi Tian said, “I feel like, Senior, you seem to know more about the great competition in the Holy Land than the average person. Could you share some insider information about the competition with me?”

Dugu Bosi looked at Qi Tian with newfound respect and said, “You are quite perceptive to notice even that. Indeed, my understanding of the great competition surpasses that of others. The reason is that I have represented Cat Ear City and personally participated in the Holy Land competition. My breakthrough to the Nascent Soul Stage was an opportunity I gained during that competition.”

Qi Tian’s eyes immediately brightened. He had encountered many Nascent Soul Masters, but none had participated in the competition in the Holy Land. Even Li Qingping, the Family Master of the Li family, hadn’t done so. Dugu Bosi was the first Nascent Soul Master he had encountered who had participated in the competition; it was no wonder she could obtain more insider information about it.

He quickly bowed to Dugu Bosi, saying, “Please enlighten me, Senior.”

Dugu Bosi said, “Since I have promised to tell you three pieces of insider information about the competition in the Holy Land, I will not go back on my word. However, I will only state the facts and will not provide any explanation or answer any questions you might have. Whether you can grasp these facts and the truths behind them depends on yourself.”

Qi Tian nodded and perked up his ears, ready to receive the explosive insider information Dugu Bosi was about to throw at him.

Dugu Bosi raised a finger and said, “First, during the competition in the Holy Land, the disciples of the Holy Land will join you in entering the venue. However, don’t assume that the venue you enter is the same as theirs; it isn’t. The venue they enter is more complex and dangerous than yours, but correspondingly, the opportunities there are greater and of higher quality.”

Qi Tian remained impassive. Such insider information hardly surprised him; even if he had never heard it from others, he could have guessed as much.