“I need to ask Master for reimbursement when I get back!”While working, Chen Changsheng meticulously mapped out several escape routes for Tianyuan Old Ancestor. Along these paths, he deployed numerous array plates, setting up intricate Chain Arrays. Once activated, these traps would certainly prove troublesome for Duan Hunsheng and his crew. After all, he couldn't pin all his hopes on those ancient Residual Souls; what if they messed up? He could leverage their power, but relying entirely on those Eerie Powers was out of the question!Furthermore, Chen Changsheng moved like a phantom, appearing and disappearing without a trace, sprinkling Sleeping Incense, Nine Revolutions Soul Dispersion Powder, Netherfall Heartbreak Powder, and a host of other deadly toxins in critical locations.After all this, Chen Changsheng didn't forget to restore the scene to its original state. He was so busy! It took him a full half-day to complete the entire setup. He was exhausted!Now, his probability of successfully extracting Tianyuan Old Ancestor had soared to ninety-nine percent! Chen Changsheng mused internally that perhaps only his Master could walk through this arrangement unscathed; anyone else, even if they survived, would be stripped of a layer of skin.He dispatched a Wooden Puppet Clone to scout outside the Ancient Lost Fierce Land. It quickly spotted Duan Hunsheng’s trail. Duan Hunsheng, accompanied by four other Nine-star Great Emperors, was Traversing the Void straight toward this location! They were closing in fast!Chen Changsheng murmured, "What must come, comes! Tianyuan Old Ancestor and I should seize this opportunity to leave.” He quickly checked his arrangements one last time. Everything was ready. It was time for Inviting the Enemy into the Trap!Moments later, Chen Changsheng finally revealed himself. He wore a brilliant white robe, his aura blazing fiercely—but carefully restrained so as not to disturb the Eerie Powers within the Ancient Lost Fierce Land. He didn't want Tianyuan Old Ancestor to miss him! Chen Changsheng adopted Lu Xuan's casual, detached tone and smiled faintly. “Fellow Daoist, I have arrived.”Tianyuan Old Ancestor startled slightly, then immediately opened his eyes. He saw the white robe standing in the depths of the void, radiating a subtle divine glow, appearing transcendent and isolated, like a God-King descending to the mortal realm. “Fellow Daoist!” Joy erupted on Tianyuan Old Ancestor's face. It was the magnate from Azure Mystery Peak! The White Emperor!Trapped in this life-or-death predicament, he had exhausted all possible countermeasures, yet couldn't contact the Grand Dao Sect. He hadn't expected the magnate from Azure Mystery Peak to track him down! Tianyuan Old Ancestor's eyes flashed with intensity, and he offered a bitter smile. “This time, I was reckless. I intended to infiltrate the Heavenly Net General Hall to probe Duan Hunsheng's true foundation, but I didn't expect to be defeated!”Chen Changsheng slowly descended before Tianyuan Old Ancestor, offering a light smile. “That is Duan Hunsheng's territory, after all. It’s only natural for him to have some trump cards.”Tianyuan Old Ancestor sighed. “Indeed! I had a strange feeling that Duan Hunsheng was waiting for me to arrive, like waiting for prey.” Chen Changsheng frowned slightly, thinking internally: He wasn't waiting for you, Old Ancestor. He was waiting for my Master, Lu Xuan, to descend!This time, Duan Hunsheng deliberately sent Gu Lang Great Emperor to capture Ji Fuyao while staying put himself, waiting for Lu Xuan to show up. Duan Hunsheng had prepared two contingencies—a scheme within a scheme! If Gu Lang Great Emperor succeeded, great. But if Gu Lang Great Emperor failed and was killed by Lu Xuan, Master would undoubtedly bring Senior Sister to the Heavenly Net General Hall for revenge. That would allow Duan Hunsheng to spring his ultimate trap. He wanted to capture Ji Fuyao, but he wanted to kill Lu Xuan even more! This was Duan Hunsheng’s calculation based on his assessment of Lu Xuan. This was an overt conspiracy!What did it matter if Gu Lang Great Emperor died? The Heavenly Net Hall could continue its slaughter across the Three Thousand States of the Southern Wilds, recruiting more high-star Great Emperors. The key was the Supreme Secret Art on Senior Sister! This scheme was brilliant, aimed entirely at Master. Tianyuan Old Ancestor had simply stumbled into Tianluo State by accident. Conveniently, Tianyuan Old Ancestor carried the key to the Bronze Ancient Palace, an artifact equally important to Duan Hunsheng, as it likely contained the opportunity for the Supreme realm!Considering this, Chen Changsheng asked, “Fellow Daoist, were you able to force out Duan Hunsheng's full power?” Tianyuan Old Ancestor offered a bitter, downcast smile. “I apologize. I was not. The arrangements at the Heavenly Net General Hall are extremely secretive. I merely exchanged blows with Duan Hunsheng before he deployed a heaven-reaching array, combined with the Silent Destruction power. I was instantly overwhelmed. I truly underestimated him this time!”Chen Changsheng frowned slightly. It seems I still need to remind Master about this. Is this Duan Hunsheng some kind of old schemer? If Master goes up against him, he needs to be careful! A moment of silence passed.Tianyuan Old Ancestor asked, “I heard that some supreme Great Emperors are trying to seize the Supreme Secret Art you possess?” Chen Changsheng, still mimicking Lu Xuan's tone, replied calmly, “No worries. Ants, that's all.”Tianyuan Old Ancestor looked grave. “Fellow Daoist, you must be careful!” Chen Changsheng nodded. “I know. Fellow Daoist, let me take you away now.”Tianyuan Old Ancestor nodded. “Wait a moment. Let me suppress the Silent Destruction power within my body.” Chen Changsheng hesitated, initially wanting to intervene, but decided against it, instead pulling out a Healing Saint Medicine. “Fellow Daoist, take this pill. It might have a miraculous effect. Now is not the time for full treatment; we can treat you properly once I bring you back to the Grand Dao Sect!” Tianyuan Old Ancestor nodded, briefly scanned the pill with his Divine Sense, and swallowed it. A profound energy flowed through his body, gentle yet slightly volatile. The pill dissolved, transforming into immense medicinal power that surged through his meridians, soul, and organs. It even formed a vast, sky-spanning net that swept through his internal world, forcefully blocking the Silent Destruction power!It truly had a miraculous effect! Tianyuan Old Ancestor seized the opportunity to channel the power of the Grand Dao Scripture, sealing the Silent Destruction power. He could only seal it for now, not eradicate it. Tianyuan Old Ancestor sighed deeply. “Thank you, Fellow Daoist! This is the forbidden power of the Silent Destruction Sect. Keeping it inside is a disaster, but we don't have time now! Everything must wait until we return to the Grand Dao Sect.”Chen Changsheng nodded lightly. “That is the correct course of action!” Tianyuan Old Ancestor changed his spiritual seals, quickly concealing his aura, and looked at Chen Changsheng. “Fellow Daoist, what should we do next?”He felt a faint thrill of excitement! Last time in Cloud State, the White Emperor hadn't had a chance to act. This time, he would finally witness his power! Seeing Tianyuan Old Ancestor's expression, Chen Changsheng was momentarily stunned. Hold on. Tianyuan Old Ancestor didn't seriously think he was about to engage in a heaven-shattering battle against Duan Hunsheng and his four Nine-star Great Emperors, did he?Chen Changsheng spoke in a deep voice. “Fellow Daoist, I will conceal your aura. You only need to leave a spiritual imprint here. Our priority right now is safely returning to the Grand Dao Sect. As for Duan Hunsheng, I can naturally kill him at my leisure, but with you severely injured, it would be difficult for me to unleash my full power.”Hearing this, Tianyuan Old Ancestor's old face twitched. Well... Tianyuan Old Ancestor conceded, “I will follow Fellow Daoist's arrangements!”Chen Changsheng nodded. “Excellent! Once I return you to the Grand Dao Sect, I will personally venture into the Heavenly Net General Hall and kill him!” Tianyuan Old Ancestor looked utterly astonished and uncertain.Chen Changsheng reached out, changing spiritual seals in his hand, and quickly concealed Tianyuan Old Ancestor's aura. Tianyuan Old Ancestor split off a wisp of his Divine Sense, transforming it into a phantom figure that sat cross-legged in his original spot, looking utterly convincing. Unless someone ventured deep into the Ancient Lost Fierce Land, they wouldn't be able to discern if the phantom was real or fake! Chen Changsheng nodded. “Perfect! Let's go!”Suddenly, an anomaly occurred! The void surrounding the Ancient Lost Fierce Land tore open, and space twisted violently. CRACK! BOOM! Duan Hunsheng's voice, bone-chillingly sinister, resonated throughout the entire region. “Tianyuan, you cannot hide! Today, you will be buried here!”