Meanwhile, within the Taihuang Immortal Sect.

"Despite dispatching so many experts, they still haven't found the two Martial Saints. Those two Martial Saints stole the most important treasure from the Ziwei Divine Palace. By now, they should have refined those treasures. If we encounter them in the future, we won't stand a chance against them!"

In the sect's conference hall, a middle-aged man sitting atop the central seat was roaring furiously.

This middle-aged man was the Sect Leader of the Taihuang Immortal Sect.

Hearing the Sect Leader's roar from his seat, the disciples below all lowered their heads, none daring to respond or look at the Sect Leader, fearing they'd be chastised as scapegoats.

One could hardly blame the Sect Leader for his anger. He had already sent numerous elders and subordinates to search for Duan Gujin and Qing Lian.

However, day by day passed, and he still hadn't heard any news from those elders about finding Duan Gujin and Qing Lian.

The Sect Leader was extremely anxious, fearing that those two Martial Saints would refine all the treasures found in the Ziwei Divine Palace during this period.

It goes without saying that once Duan Gujin and Qing Lian refine all the Spiritual Medicine they've acquired, their cultivation level will reach even more terrifying heights.

Once those two Martial Saints have grown in strength, it would become increasingly challenging for the Taihuang Immortal Sect to deal with them in the future.

Precisely because of this thought, the Sect Leader was extremely worried.

The elders, too, were eager to find the man and woman quickly, sharing the Sect Leader's concern that if they obtained treasures from the Ziwei Divine Palace, their strength would surge.

Once the strength of those two Martial Saints is enhanced, facing them will undoubtedly become exceedingly difficult in the future.

"Does anyone have a good idea on how to find those two Martial Saints?"

After a while, the Sect Leader asked.

"A good idea?"

Below, the elders glanced at each other, racking their brains but unable to come up with any good solution.

In order to find Duan Gujin and Qing Lian, they had tried every method imaginable.

They even coerced all the mercenaries on Yuanzhen Road to assist them in searching for those two Martial Saint experts.

But in the hearts of the Taihuang Immortal Sect disciples, those mercenaries were merely auxiliary, knowing that finding Duan Gujin and Qing Lian ultimately relied on themselves.

"We're essentially looking for a needle in a haystack. To find two Martial Saints on the Yuanzhen Continent — if they choose to hide — they'll be hard for anyone to locate."

Finally, a highly respected elder stepped forward and spoke.

Seeing such a revered elder, the Sect Leader sighed, knowing he couldn't overly demand results from his elders and disciples.

"Sect Leader, I think we should set aside the matter of those two Martial Saints for now. Recently, I've detected changes in the Rule Power of the Ancient God's ruins. I believe the treasures inside are about to emerge!"

Just then, an elder suddenly spoke.

The elder had received a report from a disciple, which he promptly shared with the Sect Leader.

Hearing this news, the Sect Leader inhaled sharply.

"When one's luck turns sour, all sorts of troubles come rushing in! Did your disciple notice any other disturbances at the Ancient God Ruins?"

The Sect Leader asked.

"Currently, my people can enter the Ancient God Ruins. We've found some fragments outside, although not many, and mostly wasted. Still, these fragments provided us with numerous crucial clues!"

The elder replied.

Upon hearing this, the Sect Leader exhaled heavily, his mood becoming extraordinarily heavy, realizing he now had to face two challenging issues simultaneously.

On one hand, he must quickly locate Duan Gujin and Qing Lian to seize the treasures from the Ziwei Divine Palace from them.

But day by day passes, and they still haven't found Duan Gujin and Qing Lian's whereabouts.

"Here's the plan. You must spread this news, mobilize mercenaries to search for those two Martial Saints, while we send more experts to the Ancient God Ruins! And as for the sea demons from the Sea Clan outside the ruins, try every means to stave them off. We can't let them ruin our plans!"

Weighing pros and cons, the Sect Leader decided to send sect experts to the Ancient God Ruins to see if they could find valuable treasures.

"Understood!"

The elders beneath him responded in unison.

Five days later, Li Shisan brought news to Duan Gujin.

"My senior brother Zhan Huantai has finished his seclusion and has advanced to the Martial Saint Realm!"

"Congratulations, congratulations!"

Upon hearing this news, Duan Gujin immediately breathed a sigh of relief, although he found it odd that Zhan Huantai, having just reached the Martial Saint Realm, should not be able to rival the Taihuang Immortal Sect. It seemed improbable that Zhan Huantai could greatly disrupt the Taihuang Immortal Sect.

"I'm quite interested to witness Zhan Huantai!"

The next day, Li Shisan called over Duan Gujin and Qing Lian.

In a courtyard, they met Zhan Pingta.

At this moment, standing beside Zhan Pingta was a young man.

Though he had delicate features, there was a violent air in his demeanor, allowing Duan Gujin to discern he was a brutal person.

He immediately recognized the young man as Zhan Huantai.

In his previous life, Duan Gujin had only a passing acquaintance with Zhan Huantai, lacking the prowess he has now, his strength then far inferior to Zhan Huantai.

"Let me introduce you both. This is Zhan Huantai! Huantai, these are the two experts from the Jiuzhou Continent I mentioned! Both of you, please reveal your true appearances. I have an important task for you three to complete together! We've discovered that Taihuang Immortal Sect is searching for the Ancient God Ruins! I hope you three can join forces to seize the treasure from the Ancient God Ruins before Taihuang Immortal Sect gets their hands on them!"

Zhan Pingta said.

"Alright!"

Duan Gujin nodded slightly, stirring his mind, the Transformation Technique altering his appearance vanished immediately. His features rapidly transformed, soon returning to his original face.

Simultaneously, Qing Lian also reverted to her true appearance.

Zhan Huantai had heard from Zhan Pingta about encountering two young Martial Saints, initially expressing disbelief.

Now, seeing Duan Gujin and Qing Lian genuinely as Martial Saint experts, he inhaled sharply.

Previously, he believed his talent to be the finest on the Yuanzhen Continent, unmatched among the younger generation.

Thus, he felt the Taihuang Immortal Sect should belong to him and not anyone else.

But witnessing Duan Gujin and Qing Lian, who at under twenty were already Martial Saint experts, his amazement was palpable.

"Sky beyond sky, people beyond people!"

He mused.

Seeing Qing Lian's appearance, he was instantly stunned.

Before, he considered himself blessed by heaven, thinking no woman could match him in this world.

But now, seeing Qing Lian, a Martial Artist of First-level Martial Saint at less than twenty, he realized her talent far surpassed his own.

Glancing at Qing Lian, a peculiar glint shone in his eyes.

"Greetings to the two of you!"

Zhan Huantai greeted politely.

"Greetings, Brother Zhan!"

Duan Gujin and Qing Lian responded almost in unison.

Zhan Pingta was unaware of Zhan Huantai's interest in Qing Lian, thinking the three would unite to face their shared foe, the Taihuang Immortal Sect.

Now, they'd found an opportunity to thwart the Taihuang Immortal Sect.

"Everyone, I'll keep it brief. My people discovered recently that the Taihuang Immortal Sect dispatched numerous experts to this location!"

Zhan Pingta then spread a map across the table, pointing to a spot on the map and addressing Duan Gujin and the others: "This is the Ancient God Ruins! Now I'll reveal the details about the Ancient God Ruins!"