After repeating his words once more, Yan Zheng walked away at ease.

This message should be made known to the people of Iron Mountain Pavilion—because the Immortal Sect is now their common enemy.

Upon leaving, he learned from his subordinates that Ironwood was currently at Qi Bing Academy, so he headed there.

Qi Bing Academy was surrounded by people sent by Iron Mountain Pavilion three days ago, leaving the students anxious and causing them to gradually leave temporarily over the past few days.

Ironwood didn't stop anyone.

Because as long as Jin Rong was there, the answers he sought were there.

However, today Ironwood lost patience with Jin Rong, and after clearing his schedule, he personally came to Qi Bing Academy. He had mentioned before that he wouldn't be polite when he personally sought Jin Rong.

As Yan Zheng entered the academy, he couldn't help but pick up his pace as he observed the empty Qi Bing Academy.

Just as he was about to enter the Inner Courtyard, Elder Kuo appeared.

He stopped Yan Zheng and said expressionlessly: "Chief Yan, the Sect Leader says no one can enter today…If Chief Yan is here to protect Jin Rong, then I can only offend you."

Jin Rong writing a letter to Yan Zheng was not unknown to him.

But what Iron Mountain Pavilion intends to do today, no one can stop—not even the previously unchallengeable Yan Zheng.

Yan Zheng was not annoyed and directly said: "I've figured out the origins of the Immortal Sect."

"Hmm?"

"I'll elaborate once I meet the Sect Leader."

"Chief Yan, are you sure this isn't just an excuse to get inside?"

"Elder Kuo...do you think I would joke with you?"

Yan Zheng straightened his face, a hint of seriousness flashing in his eyes.

Elder Kuo pondered for a moment and then gestured, "Chief Yan, please!"

The two walked leisurely to the Main Hall of Qi Bing Academy. Since Yan Zheng's words involved the Immortal Sect, Elder Kuo disregarded the prior warning from Ironwood to not disturb directly and knocked on the door, "Sect Leader, Chief Yan wants to see you…he has found out the details about the Immortal Sect."

To prevent Ironwood from angrily reprimanding him, he explained while knocking.

Ensuring the sound of knocking and his speaking reached Ironwood simultaneously.

Meanwhile, Ironwood, seated at a desk, tensed, and moved the sword away from Jin Rong's chest.

Jin Rong let out a sigh of relief.

The tight grip on the chair leg finally relaxed.

"Chief Yan, truly?" Ironwood quickly asked after opening the door.

Yan Zheng nodded, glanced at Jin Rong, and said: "Principal Jin, may I use your study?"

"Please feel free, Chief Yan!"

Jin Rong stood up and hurried out.

Three steps merged into one as he anxiously left the study.

This time, Ironwood didn't stop him, believing Yan Zheng wouldn't speak falsely.

When the study was left only with Elder Kuo, Elder Jin, Ironwood, and others, Yan Zheng spoke, "That Immortal Sect is from East Lake!"

"East Lake?"

"How could they be from such barbaric, backward place? Do they have the means to level our Sect?"

Facing simultaneous doubts from Elder Kuo and Elder Jin, Yan Zheng continued: "The Chief of Bright Mirror Lake, Luo River, died at the hands of the Immortal Sect's Sect Leader...I wouldn't fabricate. As for their capability, surely there is someone behind them. According to the information sent by my people, that sect was merely an inconspicuous Two-star Influence a year and a half ago."

He said, displaying the Essence Blood Book.

Upon seeing it, Ironwood tensed, his lips curled into a grim smile, so abrupt, so chilling.

Because he knew the Essence Blood Book was a Secret Technique controlled only by chiefs of various branches, its appearance only conveyed matters of life and death. For instance: a Three-star Influence being wiped out by the Demon Race.

At such times, an Essence Blood Book would be sent up, requesting an alliance army for vengeance.

"Knowing where they come from makes it simpler. A Two-star Influence, suddenly transformed, possessing such flying ships, it seems they are likely backed by the Demon Race...No prominent figure of the Human Race would choose to dwell in such barbaric land." If one were in the Divine Profound Realm, they might choose a place like East Lake for retirement, but beyond that realm, no one would.

Because those in the Mountain Suppression Realm possess their pride.

Just as an eagle never nests in low forests.

"Sect Leader Iron, shall we?"

"Even if you didn't, I would."

The two exchanged glances and nodded.

Immediately, Ironwood spoke again, "Elder Jin, oversee things in the sect while waiting for Elder Tianchen's return. Elder Kuo, accompany me to join the alliance army, dispatching to East Lake!"

"I'll also return immediately to issue the red assembly order."

Yan Zheng abruptly stood up and left.

With Yan Zheng leaving, Ironwood also stood up, addressing Elder Jin, "Elder Jin, has the second person Elder Tianchen brought back been found?"

"Sect Leader, I was about to inform you…Just last night, a sudden collapse occurred at White Crystal Ore, suspected to be caused by the Demon Race. We've lost contact with the people there."

"Demon Race?"

"Other than the Demon Race, I can't think of any force daring such actions; our White Crystal Ore has never been attacked by humans. But, Sect Leader rest assured, I've sent people to investigate. Information will be returned promptly." Elder Jin hurriedly explained, fearing the Sect Leader's anger.

As it stands, failing to find the person is one thing.

Now the White Crystal Ore issue compounds the problem!

However, Ironwood merely lifted his hand, showing little change in expression.

"White Crystal Ore was attacked…wait for Elder Tianchen's return in a few days and let him handle it."

He was not worried about White Crystal Ore because the Demon Race forces at Xuanse Lake cannot consume it nor dare to, at most conducting a raid, killing some insignificant miners.

It was merely unfortunate not finding the second person Elder Tianchen brought.

Good thing actions have been taken, a red assembly order issued.

All forces at Xuanse Lake will send people to join.

Because...

Red Assembly Order!

It represents the highest level of combat difficulty!

Having that person matters not to him anymore.

...

Two days passed swiftly.

A messenger bird landed on Sea Dragon Mountain—bearing two letters written by Biyue Piaoling and Cang Lan Sea of Clouds, sent by H Lan.

However, it first reached the hands of Zi Ran.

Upon seeing it was sent by his disciple H Lan, he quickly had Bainian Xiang deliver it to Wen Ping.

This time, Bainian Xiang did not hesitate as before to undertake the errand task.

On the contrary, upon meeting Wen Ping, she immediately kneeled on one knee, "Sect Leader Wen, these are letters sent to you by Senior Brother H Lan…I delivered them immediately upon seeing them. Well then…can you tell me how to break that Vein Technique where one shout renders me immobile?"

The dumpling-stealing grudge!

She remembered it well!

In recent days, she figured it out, seeking to deal with Lin Kewu by starting with the one who taught him everything.