Xiao Jie proceeded with considerable caution. Absent the speed advantage of his steed, navigating the wilderness left him feeling somewhat unsure. Fortunately, he still had a Godspeed Talisman in his bag, and coupled with his Qinggong and Galloping Skill, he was confident that if push came to shove, normal monsters wouldn't be able to catch up with him.
Xiao Jie was somewhat worried about being pursued again by the World Association, but the game's map was vast, and the World Association had just narrowly avoided being wiped out. He doubted the few remaining members would dare to go after him alone.
Having seen no signs of being followed after walking for over an hour, Xiao Jie let out a sigh of relief.
After crossing the main road and continuing in a southwest direction, he steered clear of the more dangerous areas of the map. Along the way, he conveniently chopped down more than a dozen little monsters, all isolated wild beasts.