As that figure appeared in an uncanny manner, all eyes in the heavens instantly shifted toward him. When they saw the person who had stepped forward was a woman of striking beauty, everyone was momentarily stunned. "It's another guest summoned by the Master... We didn't expect—she's actually a Dou-Zong-level cultivator?" The powerful cultivators of the Toxin Sect were utterly astonished. No one had anticipated that she would be the one to act so decisively earlier. After the initial shock, a deep, heartfelt joy surged through them. From the iron protector's earlier shout, it seemed clear that she too was a Dou-Zong cultivator. Moreover, the earlier maneuver of distorting space—a feat only achievable by Dou-Zong cultivators—was something even the present Dou-Huang-level cultivators fully understood. At this moment, the morale of the Toxin Sect, which had previously plummeted due to the intervention of the Iron Monastery's disciple, surged once again. With two Douzong-level masters on their side now, they still held a significant advantage in this battle. The one who stepped forward was naturally Medusa, who had been quietly observing until now. Thanks to the veil of the mythical beast's hide, her once-stunning, unforgettable beauty had become more ordinary. Yet even so, the inherent grace radiating from her still drew several people's eyes to linger a moment longer. "It seems you truly intend to get involved in this matter," said the Iron Monastery disciple, his gaze cold and penetrating as he scanned Medusa. He felt a sense of unease—he could clearly sense that this mysterious master, whose origins were unknown, was no weaker than himself in strength. "I'll take care of him." Medusa gave a faint glance to the iron protector, then grasped her sword with a delicate hand—choosing not to use the serpentine longsword she had wielded during the great wars among the Four Empires, as if wary of exposing her true intentions. "Be careful," she said. "I'll take care of that man, then I'll assist you." Xiao Yan nodded, casting a somewhat unkind glance at the scorpion mountain, who had now gone momentarily still due to Medusa's arrival, and smiled. "Don't worry—I'll make sure he doesn't escape. I know your real objective is him." A subtle curve of warmth appeared on Medusa's face, though her current appearance was not as regal as her natural grace, it still carried a distinct charm. Xiao Yan nodded in return, his solemn gaze lingering on the iron protector before he slowly stepped back. "Hah! What a bold woman. Even as a Douzong-level master, you're nothing special in my Hunsen Palace's eyes. Perhaps one day, you'll regret today's decision to have displeased us." "Stung by the indifferent demeanor of Medusa, the Iron Guardian immediately coldly chuckled. "Your people from the Spirit Temple always seem to speak in pointless words..." With a gentle flick of his fingers, he lightly tapped his long sword, and the crisp, sharp sound resonated. Medusa raised her head, offering a calm, composed reply to the Iron Guardian. "Have you encountered any other members of the Spirit Temple?" Hearing the subtle implication in Medusa's words, the Iron Guardian's eyes flickered slightly, expressing surprise. As for Medusa's question, she offered no immediate response. Instead, a powerful surge of qi flowed through her body, cascading like a mountain flood through her meridians, causing visible ripples to spread throughout the surrounding space. The mere movement of her internal qi was enough to stir such profound changes in the external world—something only a Dao Sect master or a Dao Emperor could achieve, and certainly not possible among those at the Dao Master level or below. Upon seeing Medusa, she remained silent and composed, and a glint of murderous intent passed through Iron Guardian’s eyes. Then, with a cold exhalation, he declared, “Today, I shall test whether you possess the audacity to claim such a stance!” As the words settled, Iron Guardian moved his fingers, and a crisp, resonant sound echoed across the heavens. Instantly, the iron chains surged with a piercing hiss, like octopus tentacles, hurling themselves with force directly at Medusa. Despite the formidable momentum of this assault, Medusa’s expression remained unwavering. With a sudden, swift motion, she drove her long sword into a precise point on the chain. The explosive force of her strike sent the massive chain flying off in a violent arc. She was no mere Battle King or Battle Emperor—this kind of attack posed little threat to her. Yet though it was only an initial clash, the impact between the long sword and the chain had already erupted into a thunderous roar, sending out powerful energy ripples that spread out in all directions. As two more Douzong-level warriors plunged into fierce combat, the surrounding combatants swiftly retreated, fearing they too would be drawn in—certainly facing a certain death. High above, on the distant horizon, Scorpion Bi Yao’s previously confident expression had instantly frozen upon the emergence of Medusa. When he saw that she could even contend with Iron Protector, his eyes darted with intense excitement, and only after a moment did he shift his gaze to the young physician across the field, his voice now low and grave: "I never expected you to have reinforcements—thus, it's no surprise you've been so bold." "It's merely mutual," the young physician replied calmly, her gray-purple eyes sweeping over the scene with a hint of mockery. "It seems, then, that your aspiration to absorb our Toxin Sect today will have to fall short." "Hey, you must be even more overeager than I thought. After all these years of cultivation, I never believed a young disciple like you could be so easily defeated." Bi Yan of the Scorpion scowled, then forcefully stomped his staff against the void, tearing his robe in two. As the robe split, a magnificent crimson scorpion pattern emerged upon his chest. This blood scorpion seemed alive, radiating an intense aura of ferocity—its wrath appeared even more formidable than that of the four-winged celestial demon scorpion earlier. And this was merely a tattoo. If it were his true form, the spectacle would surely be even more terrifying. "Blood Demon Scorpion Emperor?" the young physician gazed at the pattern, which looked no different from a regular scorpion at first glance. Her brows furrowed slightly, then her expression grew serious. "Hehe. When I first reached the Battle Sovereign rank, I had the fortune to encounter a blood-magic scorpion emperor who was severely wounded and on the verge of breaking through to that rank. After expending great effort to defeat him, I absorbed his flesh and sealed his soul within my body. Over the years, I've gradually refined and integrated him. Today, I'll have you be the first to experience the full power of my Wàn Xiē Sect's 'Blood Soul Technique'!" Seeing the astonishment on Xiao Yi Xian's face, Xie Bi-yan chuckled coldly. As the chuckle fell, Xie Bi-yan swiftly altered the hand seals in his hands. Instantly, the blood scorpion tattoo on his body began to ripple and then seep into his flesh. As the tattoo penetrated, Xie Bi-yan's form expanded significantly—his arms twisted dramatically, and moments later, his pale bones burst through his skin, wriggling and transforming into two massive blood-colored claws. Changes continue to unfold, and as they gradually ease, the Xie Bi Rock has transformed into a creature half-human, half-scorpion, its body drenched in blood, a fierce and oppressive aura rising skyward. Gazing intently at the increasingly powerful Xie Bi Rock, Xiao Yi Xian senses that the current Xie Bi Rock now stands on par with a five-star battle cultivator. "Dayan, today, I shall make you the first offering after my 'Xue Hun Ju' reaches its full mastery!" The blood-red clamps point directly at Xiao Yi Xian, and a fierce expression spreads across Xie Bi Rock's face—perhaps due to the nature of his cultivation technique—his voice now strained and sharp. The sudden surge of furious, overwhelming aura rising from the heavens naturally caught the attention of the people below, who immediately lifted their gazes. Upon seeing Scorpion Bi-Yan—now appearing more like a being than a mere human—especially as they sensed the terrifying power radiating from his body, their expressions changed. Particularly, the members of the Toxin Sect grew pale, struck by the intensity of that aura. "That old man's current presence now rivals the peak of a Five-Star Battle Sect master, surpassing even Xiao Yi-Xian. With that, Xiao Yi-Xian will surely find it difficult to hold her own..." Thanks to his sharp spiritual perception, Xiao Yan sensed Scorpion Bi-Yan's transformation before anyone else, and his heart sank slightly—he hadn't expected such a hidden strength from Bi-Yan. "We must go and assist Xiao Yi-Xian first!" Otherwise, things wouldn't be good at all... With this thought flashing through his mind, Xiao Yan's body suddenly surged into motion. Yet as he was just about to soar upward, a figure swiftly stepped in front of him, cutting off his path and emitting a cold laugh: "Young man, just stay put and be calm." Gazing at the figure blocking his way—Xie Shan—Xiao Yan's eyes flashed with frost. Without further words, he clenched his hands, and the Heavy Ruler instantly materialized, charging forward with the fierce, wolf-like energy of a predator. This bold momentum even momentarily stunned Xie Shan. While Xiao Yan and Xie Shan were locked in combat, Xie Biyan suddenly launched a powerful assault. With a swift movement, he appeared directly before Xiao Yi Xian, raising his blood-red clamps and pressing them firmly against her waist. Xiao Yi Xian's sharp fingernails suddenly expanded in size, then slashed furiously at the blood-red clamps, sparking brilliant flashes of light. Yet despite the intensity of the strikes, she failed to inflict any substantial damage upon her opponent. "Hehe…" Scorpion Biyi cackled, twisting his massive钳s in an odd manner before giving them a sharp, firm clench. A sharp metallic crack echoed as the small physician's nails—hard as steel—were severed right through the middle. Taking an unexpected setback, the young healer quickly retreated, appearing slightly disheveled. "Young upstart," Scorpion Biyi said with a cold, self-satisfied smile, "how long do you think you can keep up that show of bravado now?" After just one exchange, he had already gained the upper hand. Glancing at the severed nail, the young healer's expression remained cool as her gaze slowly rose, settling on Scorpion Biyi's fierce, grimacing face. With a delicate finger, she gently inserted it into his mouth, biting down firmly, and a steady stream of crimson blood flowed out. The blood-streaked fingertip then moved slowly across the smooth forehead. As the finger glided, a strange symbol instantly appeared on the young healer's brow. Seeing Xia Yishen's such strange actions, the scorpion Bi Yan's fierce smile gradually softened, his brows remained tightly furrowed, and a subtle sense of unease stirred within him. As the runes appeared, the gray-purple hue of Xia Yishen's eyes suddenly burst with unusual radiance. Then, as her gaze shifted, her left eye turned entirely deep purple, while her right eye took on a strange gray tone. "You are the first person who has ever enabled me to fully unravel my calamitous toxic constitution. To die here—this is fitting for your standing." Xia Yishen slowly lifted her head; her white hair stirred without any wind, and the crimson runes on her forehead emitted an eerie glow. Her voice, however, resonated as though emanating from the depths of the Nine Tombs, devoid of any emotion.