My understanding is incredible: I gained enlightenment and immortality in the Kunlun Demon Kingdom

Tian Siyao and the others looked at each other and fell silent.

To their surprise, they found themselves clashing with two factions of tomb raiders—the Tomb Raiders and the Grave Robbers.

Tian Siyao frowned as she looked at the situation before her.

She was puzzled as to why these two tomb raiding factions would be here.

She clearly remembered that when she had searched for information about Yuqin before, she had never heard of these two factions being related to the treasure.

Qin Miyue gripped the staff tightly, feeling a surge of fear and helplessness wash over her.

However, she remained steadfastly by Tian Siyao's side and silently supported her.

At the same time, members of the Tomb Raiders and the Ridge Diggers also noticed Tian Siyao and her group. They stared at them sharply and asked angrily, "How did you manage to sneak in?"

The members of the Tomb Raiders and the Ridge Diggers exchanged glances, their expressions turning serious.

However, just minutes after the start of their collaboration, Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze discovered the strengths and weaknesses of the Tomb Raiders and the Grave Robbers, as well as the tomb raiding techniques they possessed.

Deep within the Black Iron Mountain, massive and precipitous peaks loom ahead.

Numerous mechanisms and traps are hidden in the cliff face.

Despite facing the predicament of being attacked from both sides by the enemy, a glimmer of hope appeared in Tian Siyao's heart.

She is skilled at deciphering mechanisms, spells, and symbols, and also possesses keen insight.

This led her to believe that as long as she could correctly interpret these mechanisms and traps, they still had a chance to find clues.

Qin Miyue tapped the ground lightly with her staff, casting spells to protect the team from traps.

Despite her fear, she stood firmly beside Tian Siyao.

However, they ultimately did not cooperate with any other faction.

The group decided to explore on their own.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze arrived deep into Black Iron Mountain, their eyes filled with curiosity.

In the treacherous mountains, some obvious signs of excavation suddenly appeared.

"Someone must have been here before."

Tian Siyao frowned and pointed to the dug hole, saying, "It looks like this happened recently; we're not the first to explore it."

As soon as she finished speaking, everyone immediately felt a sense of tension.

"Someone has already been here? Even in a remote place like Black Iron Mountain, there are tomb raiding gangs operating?" Qin Miyue asked in surprise.

I never expected to find it in such an ordinary mountain range.

Chen Ze looked around, carefully observing every detail.

"These traces must have been discovered from different angles, so let's not rush to make assumptions."

He observed the various openings, each with different diameters, angles, and shapes.

"We will analyze the clues in detail and use these findings to continue the investigation."

He said this as he tried to close the distance between himself and Tian Siyao and Qin Miyue.

Tian Siyao stared at the cave entrance, pondering her next move.

"Based on these traces, it should be the work of the Jue Ling faction."

She slowly approached the cave entrance. "We must keep up with them and find more clues."

Qin Miyue glanced at Tian Siyao and nodded slightly in agreement.

"Although we cannot be sure what treasure the Jue Ling faction is looking for, since they have already entered this place, there must be clues."

"We need to hurry up and catch up."

Chen Ze turned to look at the dense forest surrounding Black Iron Mountain.

Following Tian Siyao's advice, the group set off, closely following the traces left behind by the Jue Ling faction.

They continued deeper into the mountains.

Tian Siyao demonstrated her keen insight.

She analyzed and deduced that these excavation marks were left by the Jue Ling faction, and based on the intelligence she had previously learned, they were likely searching for a treasure related to the Jade Zither.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze arrived at a small village at the foot of Black Iron Mountain.

They were filled with anticipation, hoping to find some information about the "Jiu Ling School" here.

The small village was quiet and peaceful; the villagers were busy with their own lives, and no one noticed the arrival of the three. Tian Siyao looked around, searching for someone to ask.

She noticed an elderly woman pruning the flowers and decided to ask her for information first.

She stepped forward, smiling, and said, "Excuse me, do you know the name 'Jue Ling Yi Pai'?"

Guiyue stopped what she was doing, looked up at Tian Siyao.

"The Jue Ling Sect? Never heard of them," she replied, somewhat puzzled.

“There was a man named Wang Qun who lived here a few years ago.”

Qin Miyue continued, "We've heard that he has some connection with the 'Dug Ridge Sect.' Do you know anything about him?"

Guiyue frowned, pondered for a moment, and then recalled what had happened in the village a few years ago.

“Wang Qun?” she murmured to herself, then looked up at the three of them and said, “I have indeed heard of that name, but he has already left.”

"It is said that he had connections with the 'Dig Ridge Faction', but I don't know the details."

A hint of disappointment flashed in Tian Siyao's eyes, but she did not give up. "Who else could possibly know anything about him and the 'Dug Ridge Faction'?"

Guiyue thought for a moment, as if she had remembered something.

She pointed to a small house nearby and said, "He was the previous village chief, and he's nearly seventy years old."

"I heard that when Wang Qun stayed here, he was received by the old village chief."

The three of them felt excited but also a little nervous.

If anyone knew more about the "Dig Ridge Faction," it would be of great help to their mission.

They followed Guiyue's directions and arrived at the old village chief's hut.

Qin Miyue rang the doorbell, and after a moment the door slowly opened, and an elderly but energetic man appeared at the door.

"Hello, are you Village Chief Xiangwu?" Chen Ze asked politely.

The old village chief nodded and replied with a smile, "That's right, please come in. Do you need my help?"

Tian Siyao stepped forward and said with a smile, "Village Chief, we are looking for clues about the 'Jiuling Faction'."

“We heard that a man named Wang Qun once lived here and had some connection with the ‘Jueling faction’.”

Have you heard of him?

The old village chief squinted his eyes and pondered for a moment.

"Yes, Wang Qun visited our village a few years ago."

"He does seem to have some connection with the 'Dig Ridge Faction'." He seemed to recall something to himself, "but he never came back after he left."

Afterwards, Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze arrived at a teahouse.

This is a spacious and bright place where people sit and chat, enjoying delicious tea.

They found Wang Qun in the corner; he was sitting there with lifeless eyes.

Wang Qun is an old and haggard middle-aged man who used to be a gentle and refined gentleman.

However, time, fate, and the conspiracy of the "Gathering Faction" completely changed his life.

Tian Siyao walked towards Wang Qun and gently patted his shoulder.

"Mr. Wang Qun, I am Tian Siyao, and these are Qin Miyue and Chen Ze."

“Our family has a deep connection with you.”

Upon hearing Tian Siyao's voice, Wang Qun looked up, revealing deep wrinkles in the light.

“Oh. You’re a descendant of the Tian family, an academic family.” He murmured to himself.

Qin Miyue stared at Wang Qun, pondering in her heart how to help this man who had once had a deep relationship with her grandfather's generation.

“Mr. Wang Qun, we have heard that you once had some kind of connection with the ‘Jueling faction’.”

"Do you know any clues about Xiangshui Mausoleum and the 'Fox Tomb'?" Wang Qun's eyes became even more unfocused.

“Xiangshui Mausoleum…” he muttered to himself, then suddenly looked up at the three young men.

"It is said that Xiangshui Mausoleum may be the key to the 'Fox Tomb'."

A hint of excitement flashed in the eyes of Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze.

This is a crucial breakthrough in their search for clues about the "Dig Ridge Sect". (End of Chapter)