Outside Emperor Jiang, the next to arrive at this place was Yellow Robe Huo Dou, followed closely by the slightly shorter Soaring Snake.

The two arrived at the Ice Peak Ruins almost simultaneously.

After some brief greetings, Zhao Sheng recounted the incident of Emperor Jiang voluntarily plunging into the Blood Pool to Huo Dou.

Huo Dou scratched his head upon hearing, feeling uneasy about both staying and leaving!

If they really waited for Emperor Jiang to "emerge from the bath," it was unknown how long that would take.

Of course, Zhao Sheng knew it wouldn't be long before Emperor Jiang's fate became clear, whether alive or dead.

Not long after, Wuzhiqi, filled with hostility, hurriedly arrived at the ruins and successfully joined Zhao Sheng and the others.

Afterward, upon hearing the term Innate Origin Blood, Wuzhiqi's robes flapped without wind, unconsciously releasing a bit of terrifying aura, evidence of his inner turmoil.

Seeing Wuzhiqi almost lose composure, Zhao Sheng became even more certain of the unexpected value of the Innate Origin Blood.

Putting the Innate Origin Blood aside, Zhao Sheng was considering whether or not to "share" the palace ruins ahead with the three.

Lest we forget, besides the heartless Mad Woman Feng Xianxian, they suspected the concealment of a Lost Cave Heaven there.

"Forget it. Let's wait until Emperor Jiang comes out before making plans. That Mad Woman is unfathomably powerful; only Emperor Jiang can handle her," thought Zhao Sheng after a long deliberation, temporarily quitting the idea.

...

Zhao Sheng first stepped back to dodge one of the Ice Demons' pounces, then brutally plunged his hands into the Ice Demon's skull, easily tearing it apart.

Yet he had no intention of stopping. With a shift of his body, he was amidst several more Ice Demons, quickly growing a layer of scale armor.

This time he only defended without attacking, solely to test the sturdiness of the armor.

Bang bang bang!

Several Ice Demons bit and tore frantically, looking extremely ferocious, but none even breached the outermost layer of scale armor, leaving Zhao Sheng untouched.

After the test, Zhao Sheng spun like a top, his palms slashing like blades across the Ice Demons' necks. In an instant, several heads flew up and turned into gray dust, scattering around.

"Watch out!"

Just then, Huo Dou suddenly exclaimed.

Alarmed by the warning, Zhao Sheng instinctively retreated several miles, narrowly avoiding disaster.

In the next moment, the ground shattered, ice and rocks flying everywhere.

Zhao Sheng suddenly turned to see a giant humanoid eagle monster slowly ascending from the pit, gripping a fierce nine-foot-long bone claw with black wings flapping behind.

This Human-faced Eagle Monster, unlike the Ice Demons, seemed to possess a certain spiritual wisdom. Seeing Zhao Sheng evade the previous charge, it showed visible annoyance.

With a vigorous flap of its wings, an invisible whirlwind seemed to surround its body, and it flew swiftly as though with instantaneous movement.

Raising a brow, Zhao Sheng chose not to evade this time, clenching a fist clad with diamond-shaped scales, smashing towards the Human-faced Eagle Monster.

"Boom"

Accompanied by a loud noise, two overpowering forces collided head-on,

Within moments, the Human-faced Eagle Monster quickly fell back, as, against Zhao Sheng, possessing multiple rare bloodlines, it was already suppressed without striking.

At that moment, Wuzhiqi suddenly reminded, "Kui Niu, stop playing! Be careful not to stir up trouble, attracting monsters beyond our handling."

Surrounded by a murky river, Wuzhiqi's form seemed to be gradually sinking two mountain-sized Ice Demons below the surface.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Sheng spread out his right hand, which was clad in scale armor, revealing sharp claws, each three feet long.

The Human-faced Eagle Monster hastily maneuvered its wings in front, hoping to block the overwhelming strike with them.

Yet before its plan could unfold, massive bolts of lightning struck out of nowhere, crashing down upon the Eagle Monster's bare head.

The scorched agony on its forehead was enough to make it lose consciousness forever.

Shaking his head, Zhao Sheng turned to fly towards Wuzhiqi's position.

Elsewhere, Huo Dou and Soaring Snake jointly defeated the last "big guy."

Thus, the Ice Peak Ruins were successfully brought under their control.

Days passed in a flash.

Boom...

A tremendous explosion erupted in the Ice Peak Ruins, launching ice and rock high into the air,

Amid this, Emperor Jiang ascended from beneath the ruins, his whole body radiating an intense spiritual flame, his presence greater than ever.

Yet sadly, his ultimate "vision" remained unfulfilled. The deep integration with the Treasure of Emperor Jiang meant even the Primordial Cell bore the "imprint" of Lord Wanxing.

A single imperfect drop of Innate Origin Blood could not erase the Immortal Monarch's imprint.

Suspended in mid-air, Emperor Jiang seemed confident, yet his inward disappointment inclined his aura towards a darker aspect.

As Zhao Sheng and the four others arrived, witnessing Emperor Jiang's foul mood, they offered only simple salutes, skipping formalities.

As the five regrouped, the Ice Peak Ruins suddenly collapsed entirely, leaving a bottomless pit.

...

"Say that again! What did you discover before?" Huo Dou's sudden shout interrupted Zhao Sheng.

Emperor Jiang looked at Huo Dou with deep displeasure before gesturing, "You... go on."

Zhao Sheng paused briefly, then recounted from the discovery of the Platinum Platform.

Emperor Jiang and the rest listened exceptionally attentively, missing no clues.

Taking the time of a meal, Zhao Sheng explained the incident's entire context in detail.

Excited, Wuzhiqi looked eagerly at Emperor Jiang, blurting out, "Boss, let me go ahead first. Whether it's true or false, we'll know right away."

After listening, Emperor Jiang calmly replied, "No need, I believe Brother Kui Niu."

Wuzhiqi was taken aback, while Huo Dou nodded repeatedly, "Brother Kui Niu is honest and trustworthy, would not speak frivolously. Boss, let's go now!"

Emperor Jiang waved a hand, "There's no rush. We have exhausted substantial Heart Power. Rest here for a few more days, then proceed once fully recovered."

With their leader having spoken, Zhao Sheng and the four others had no objections.

The group rested three days before setting off anew.

With Zhao Sheng leading, the group quickly arrived at the ruins of the distant palace complex, a thousand miles away.

Gazing at the eerily spotless scene, Wuzhiqi felt relieved upon seeing the distant Platinum Platform standing tall, releasing a burdened heart.

Worried earlier about severe punishment upon return, the discovery of what seemed a Grotto Heaven not only atoned their faults, but also secured their lives.

Zhao Sheng found it odd; despite their blatant entry, why had the Mad Woman not appeared? Planning a sneak attack?

Yet, even as they landed atop the platform, Feng Xianxian remained unseen.

Emperor Jiang circled the edge, finding nothing unusual.

"Any findings, Brother?" Wuzhiqi asked solemnly.

"It seems this platform was once a portal to some 'treasure.' But determining when this 'treasure' will emerge requires further investigation."

Concluding, Emperor Jiang decisively commanded, "Position yourselves in four directions, stand firm, and avoid any disturbance that might disrupt my casting."

Zhao Sheng and the others nodded earnestly, scattering to the platform's four cardinal corners, their Will Fields fully extended.

Concluding, Emperor Jiang decisively commanded, "Position yourselves in four directions, stand firm, and avoid any disturbance that might disrupt my casting."

Zhao Sheng and the others nodded earnestly, scattering to the platform's four cardinal corners, their Will Fields fully extended.

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