Chen Tianwen only possessed the strength of a Great Luo Golden Immortal, so his perception was naturally far inferior to that of the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief and the two Immortal Lords, Xuan Cang.

So when both of them sensed the arrival of the Holy Cloud Sect, Chen Tianwen was still confused until the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief explained, at which point Chen Tianwen realized what was happening.

"Mr. Chen, please wait here for a moment. I'm going to have a look at the Holy Cloud Sect!"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief bowed slightly to Chen Tianwen and prepared to take his leave.

Chen Tianwen stopped the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief and said:

"Clan leader, when facing the Holy Cloud Sect, don't forget to show that you and the Nether Serpent Clan are irreconcilable enemies."

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief smiled slightly and led Xuan Cang out.

"Chief Xuan Turtle, judging from your complexion, you seem to be recovering quite well!"

Envoy Cui saw the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief greeting him at the clan's gate from afar and spoke first.

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief gave a wry smile, bowed to Envoy Cui, and said:

"I am grateful for your concern, Envoy Cui, but I was seriously injured in the secret realm. Although I am now conscious, there are still undercurrents within my body, and I am afraid I cannot hold on for more than a few days!"

Envoy Cui laughed heartily and said to the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief:

"What are you saying, Chief Xuan Turtle? I have heard that there is a Pill Emperor among your Xuan Turtle Clan. With a Pill Emperor taking action, why are you afraid of that little hidden ailment?"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief's heart stirred slightly. Since ancient times, the Holy Cloud Sect has been hostile to those with talent. He never expected that now they would target Chen Tianwen, the Immortal Alchemist.

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief naturally wouldn't betray Chen Tianwen's kindness to them, but since Envoy Cui had brought it up, he had to find a way to change the subject. So, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief said to Envoy Cui:

“Envoy Cui, to be honest, Mr. Chen has already examined the hidden ailment in my body, but unfortunately, he lacks a certain kind of immortal herb.”

Envoy Cui smiled slightly and said:

"Chief Xuan Turtle is joking. With the power and prestige of the Xuan Turtle Clan, what difficulty could there be in finding a kind of immortal herb?"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief thought for a moment and then spoke:

"This immortal herb is almost extinct in the Xuanxian Realm, but I have seen it in the Xuanwu Secret Realm before."

When Envoy Cui heard the Xuanwu Clan Chief mention the Xuanwu Secret Realm, his expression shifted slightly, and he spoke:

"Isn't that even simpler? As long as we enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm, we can easily obtain this immortal herb."

The change in Cui Shengshi's expression, though fleeting, did not escape the notice of the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief. The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief then spoke to Cui Shengshi:

"I'm not afraid of being laughed at by Envoy Cui, but to enter the secret realm, our Xuan Turtle clan must join forces with the Nether Serpent clan. However, those scoundrels of the Nether Serpent clan, seeing the hidden ailment on my body, will surely try every means to prevent me from obtaining the immortal herb..."

Envoy Cui's expression remained unchanged, and he calmly addressed the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief:

"That does indeed present a difficult problem. I wonder if Chief Xuan Turtle has come up with any good solutions?"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief suddenly bowed deeply to Envoy Cui and said sincerely:

"I dare to request that Envoy Cui accompany me into the Xuanwu Secret Realm, and then uphold justice for me!"

Envoy Cui was momentarily stunned. His purpose in coming here was to enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm. Fearing that the Xuan Turtle Clan would disagree, Envoy Cui had already devised various methods of coercion and enticement to make the Xuan Turtle Clan comply.

Moreover, Cui Shengshi had long heard that the Xuan Turtle Clan strongly opposed the Holy Cloud Sect's entry into the Xuanwu Secret Realm, and their attitude was very firm!

Unexpectedly, after I arrived, before I even had a chance to speak and shift the topic to the secret realm, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief brought it up himself.

Furthermore, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief's words even sounded like a request for the Holy Cloud Sect to enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm.

For a moment, Cui Shengshi was unsure of what the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief was really up to, so he hesitated to agree rashly and instead said:

"Chief Xuan Turtle, you flatter me. Everyone knows that the Xuan Turtle Clan and the Nether Serpent Clan share the same origin. Although there are some minor conflicts between your two clans, I believe that in the secret realm, when faced with matters of great importance, your two clans can still unite against a common enemy!"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief cursed Cui Shengshi as an old fox in his heart, but on the surface, he was filled with righteous indignation towards the Nether Serpent Clan and said:

"Now that things have come to this, I am no longer afraid of being laughed at by Envoy Cui. To tell you the truth, these hidden ailments on my body were caused by the ambush I suffered by the Nether Serpent Clan Chief in the secret realm! It was the Nether Serpent Clan that disregarded our shared origins, and our Xuan Turtle Clan is certainly not to be trifled with."

Of course, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief didn't tell the truth. In fact, the injuries on the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief's body were from when he and the Dark Serpent Clan Chief created the secret realm together. When facing danger, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief sacrificed himself to protect the Dark Serpent Clan Chief, leaving behind a hidden injury.

However, in order to create the illusion of discord between the two races, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief had no choice but to wrong the Dark Serpent Clan Chief.

Amidst the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief's continuous tirade, Envoy Cui finally came to believe that the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief truly harbored an irreconcilable hatred towards the Nether Serpent Clan.

So, Envoy Cui stopped hesitating and spoke to the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief:

"Since that's the case, then our Holy Cloud Sect, as the number one power in the Xuanxian Realm, will naturally not sit idly by. Clan Chief Xuan Turtle, rest assured, I will lead my four disciples into the secret realm. If the Nether Serpent Clan dares to prevent Clan Chief Xuan Turtle from obtaining the immortal herbs, our Holy Cloud Sect will be the first to object!"

When the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief saw that the Holy Envoy Cui had finally fallen for the trick, he couldn't help but feel a little pleased. However, since he was going to play the part completely, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief had to continue his performance.

Therefore, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief spoke again, addressing Envoy Cui:

"Envoy Cui, however, entering the secret realm requires the combined efforts of our Xuan Turtle Clan and the Nether Serpent Clan. Although our Xuan Turtle Clan wholeheartedly supports the Holy Cloud Sect's entry into the Xuanwu Secret Realm, we fear that the Nether Serpent Clan will remain stubborn and unyielding!"

Cui Shengshi found it somewhat amusing. Everyone said that the Xuan Turtle Clan was honest and kind, but the current face of the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief was constantly trying to trip up the Nether Serpent Clan.

However, Ambassador Cui was also happy to see the two families at odds, so he spoke up:

"I will do my best to persuade the Nether Serpent Clan. I believe they will not disrespect my Holy Cloud Sect."

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief knew his act was over and breathed a sigh of relief. He then said to Envoy Cui:

"Oh dear, I was so preoccupied with my own complaints that I neglected Envoy Cui. Envoy Cui, please come in quickly. I have already instructed the elders of my clan to prepare fine wine and delicacies. Today, I will drink with you until we are both drunk!"

Envoy Cui burst into laughter and said to the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief:

"Very well. It just so happens that I also wish to meet that Pill Emperor. I would be grateful if Chief Xuan Turtle could introduce me!"