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

The three ventured deep into the cave and discovered a series of ancient murals.

These murals reveal previously unknown secrets in the history of the Northern Houses.

It turns out that the Northern Clan has been a loyal servant of the Ice Queen for generations.

The battle for the dragon's head is just one of the methods devised by the Ice Queen to ensure her dominance.

This also involves the secrets of many people.

For example, there was once a relationship between Mingyue and the owner of Fengxue Mountain Villa, and the connection between Elder Lin and the Northern Border families was also revealed.

These discoveries shocked Chen Ze and his colleagues.

From the moment they entered Mulan Village, it seemed that everything was a scheme orchestrated by the Northern Clan.

However, they were not helpless in the face of such a massive conspiracy.

After discussion, they concluded that solving this mystery would be a massive undertaking and fraught with difficulties.

They temporarily set aside their doubts about the Northern Clan and decided to focus on the battle for the top spot.

Only by successfully destroying the dragon's head can peace and justice be brought to the North.

Chen Ze looked at Tian Siyao and Qin Miyue with a firm gaze, "We cannot be distracted by these secrets."

"The most important thing now is to get information about the hidden cave to the royal family and win their support."

Tian Siyao nodded. "Yes, we must act quickly and gather this information."

Then Chen Ze carefully embedded the five mysterious gems in his hand into the bracelet, remaining secretly vigilant.

He knew that the power contained in these gems was exceptionally strong, and that once exposed, it would inevitably bring endless trouble.

To prevent any potential problems, he decided to leave Tian Siyao within the territory of the Northern Clan.

He then went to the ancient temple of the wise man to await the instructions of the mysterious scholar.

Tian Siyao watched Chen Ze's departing figure with a hint of worry, knowing that Chen Ze did this out of concern for their safety.

She accepted the decision and immediately began taking action.

To maintain contact, they agreed on a set of secret signals.

Not long after, while Tian Siyao was observing the situation within the territory of the Northern Clan alone, she suddenly received a signal from Chen Ze.

As she nervously prepared to respond, she saw someone walking towards her in the distance.

"Who is it?" Tian Siyao kept herself alert and gritted her teeth.

As she drew closer, she recognized the person as the master of Youmu Valley.

Several people dressed in black robes were also with him, giving off an unusual feeling.

Tian Siyao immediately realized that something was wrong. She quickly hid in the nearby bushes, preparing to observe their actions in secret.

The master of Youmu Valley and the people behind him stopped in a relatively secluded place, where they discussed something in hushed tones.

Although Tian Siyao couldn't hear the details clearly, she keenly sensed that they had some ulterior motives towards Qin Miyue.

"What exactly are they planning to do?!" Tian Siyao's heart tightened.

She was eager to know Qin Miyue's current situation and decided to go to the Northern Border Family to find her as soon as possible.

Quietly, Tian Siyao took out a feather, unfolded it, bit her finger, and let the blood drip onto the feather.

This is the way they agreed to use it as a special signal.

Immediately, a mysterious and powerful energy emerged, forming a light and shadow symbol on the feather.

Tian Siyao gripped the feather tightly, staring at the light and shadow symbols, silently praying that Chen Ze would receive the signal.

Meanwhile, in the secret chamber of the Northern Clan, Chen Ze was sitting in the Temple of the Wise, awaiting instructions from the mysterious scholar.

He gazed at the atmosphere in the room, filled with ancient wisdom and power, his heart filled with a mixture of anticipation and anxiety.

Just then, a faint light flashed through his mind, immediately putting him on alert.

He guessed this might be a signal from Tian Siyao. Chen Ze quickly left the Temple of the Wise and found a secluded spot.

He examined the bracelet on his hand carefully and confirmed that the gemstone inside was still shining steadily with a faint but firm light.

He felt relieved, knowing that Tian Siyao had realized something was wrong and was trying to communicate with him.

"I'll go to the Northern Clan to find you right now," Chen Ze decided to himself, and began his journey to the Northern Clan's location.

A moment later, in a secluded courtyard of a noble family in the Northern Territory, Tian Siyao rushed in, her eyes fixed on a scene deep within the courtyard.

The master of Youmu Valley and several men in black robes surrounded a young woman, who was none other than Qin Miyue!

“They… are not good…” Tian Siyao’s voice trembled slightly as she tried to remain calm as she uttered these words.

Chen Ze arrived at the gate of the Northern Border Family just in time, and he keenly sensed the information that Tian Siyao was conveying.

He immediately decided to rush into the courtyard to rescue Qin Miyue.

"You won't be able to hurt her!" Chen Ze shouted.

The master of Youmu Valley and the man in black robes revealed triumphant smiles, and then tightly surrounded Chen Ze.

"Do you think you can stop us?" the master of Twilight Valley said with a sneer. "It seems you are all just pawns falling one by one in the battle for the dragon's head."

Chen Ze faced them calmly.

“Even pawns have the right to fight back! I will protect my friends, and you won’t be able to hurt them!” he said, gripping his sword tightly.

Hiding in the bushes, Tian Siyao observed the situation in the courtyard with a rapid heartbeat.

She knew that the other party was powerful, but she couldn't stay out of it.

She silently prayed that Chen Ze could protect herself and Qin Miyue.

“We do not wish to be your enemy.” A sinister glint flashed in the eyes of the Master of Twilight Valley.

"If you hand over the jewels you have, we can let you go."

Chen Ze gripped the hilt of his sword tightly and sneered, "Since you are so eager to have the gem, then I am even less likely to hand it over to you!"

Just then, Qin Miyue's firm yet gentle voice came from deep within the courtyard: "Chen Ze, I believe you can protect us."

Chen Ze looked at her, his eyes filled with determination and resolve.

He knew he had to step forward now to protect himself and Tian Siyao's safety.

"Give up!" a man in black robes mocked. "You are no match for us."

Chen Ze snorted coldly, and his sword energy suddenly erupted, filling the entire courtyard.

He had honed his superb swordsmanship through countless life-or-death battles, and now it was on full display.

“He…” Tian Siyao was both shocked and moved as she witnessed Chen Ze stepping forward. She deeply understood that in this perilous situation, they had no choice but to rely on and support each other.

The master of Youmu Valley frowned as he looked at Chen Ze, who was attacking fiercely before him.

He originally thought these people would surrender easily, but he didn't expect them to have such strength.

"Stop wasting any more time." The master of Twilight Valley's expression changed. "Make your move!"

The men in black robes charged toward Chen Ze in an orderly fashion.

In the fierce battle, Chen Ze fought back fiercely, wielding his sword with both offensive and defensive prowess.

Tian Siyao clenched her hands nervously, her heart filled with anxiety.

She felt that every time Chen Ze's sword flashed through the air, it was a protection for them.

Even when they were at a disadvantage, they did not back down in the slightest.

Time seemed to stand still as Chen Ze and the man in black robes became entangled in the courtyard amidst the life-or-death battle.

He used every sword technique he knew to its fullest extent, dispatching his enemy as quickly as possible. (End of Chapter)