Xiang Shaoyun tied up all loose ends in the sect and repeatedly reminded Devouring Ghost to watch over the sect. He also told them to get Tian Ji to ask for the Holy Hall's help the moment something bad happened. He also called over Gong Qinyin.

She had been traveling through the territories under the Ziling Sect's administration to cultivate her heart and zither, which had greatly benefited her. She had also consistently reported her latest whereabouts to the sect so that Xiang Shaoyun wouldn't be worried about her.

Thus, Xiang Shaoyun could easily locate her and call her back. He did not call her back so she could help look after the sect. Rather, he was prepared to bring her along to the Devil Domain.

Gong Qinyin was already in the Dragon...