Qu Tong caught her first glimpse of the Bug Nest, and indeed, it was much more barren than most of the Canaan Empire, with members of the Insect Clan visible everywhere. However, Sai Pu's tree hollow abode was quite nice to look at, especially at night.
From what Xiao Xue and her descriptions indicated, Xiao Xue seemed to be doing well among the Insect Clan; the lower-level insects without consciousness couldn't beat her, and those with consciousness were quite fond of her.
Who doesn't like a pretty girl with spirit?
Not to mention, Xiao Xue had many elixirs provided by her.
Xiao Xue stayed there for a year, during which Sai Pu visited the Canaan Empire twice, but Xiao Xue did not return with him.
When asked why, Xiao Xue said she'd come back on her own.
Qu Tong just assumed she hadn't had enough fun yet and didn't think much of it.