Xu Qing was tempted by Jiuli.
After all, if he could subdue this ferocious beast which had a special significance in the Flame Moon Mystic Heaven Race and turn it into a mount, he would definitely be able to leave everyone behind and become the first in the second segment.
Xu Qing's target wasn't the Mystic Heaven General but the Grand Mystic Heaven!
If he wanted to become the Grand Mystic Heaven, he had to obtain first place in every segment.
"Unfortunately, Jiuli… isn't something I can subdue."
Xu Qing felt a bit regretful. While he could be decisive and even reckless at times, most of his actions were based on careful consideration and comparison, which was slightly different from the captain.
Simply put, Xu Qing still had his rationality.
Hence, he was aware that since no one had successfully subdued this ferocious beast after so many years, there must be some secrets that outsiders didn't know about.