Wang Caiwei glared at her sister with annoyance, bowed her head, and said, "Master, my sister and I were gathering herbs when we encountered a Nascent Soul elder who insisted on taking me as his disciple. I clearly stated that I already have a master, but he refused to give up and followed us the entire way, saying he wanted to meet you personally. After we entered Chu Kingdom, he vanished, and my sister and I don’t have sufficient cultivation to determine if he’s still tracing us."

Wang Caiting chimed in, "He claims his surname is Wei and says he is a Kun Daoist from Baisui Mountain, an area of Qi Refiners. Our knowledge is limited, and we cannot discern his background, but he has helped my sister and me multiple times."

Zhang Yan had heard that when Cultivators from the Great Sect in East Victory Continent find disciples from small sects with excellent potential, they frequently force them to change affiliations, a common occurrence.

Such actions can weaken the small sects’ potential and spare having to tirelessly seek suitable successors. Since the Wang Sisters do not hail from the Five Major Sects, it is not surprising they faced this issue. After some thought, he asked, "Where did you encounter this person?"

Wang Caiwei replied, "Master, it was within the borders of the Chen Kingdom."

At this point, Wang Caiting seemed to recall something, exclaimed "Ah," raised her delicate wrist, and took out a Jade Scroll from her sachet, presenting it to Zhang Yan. She proudly said, "Master, while traveling, my sister and I recorded the geographical features of various places we visited. Although minor details might have gaps, the major features are accurately captured."

Zhang Yan smiled lightly, saying, "Not bad, I accept this gift."

Wang Caiwei looked somewhat worried and said, "Master, I believe that person’s heart harbors an obsession and might come to the Mountain Gate to cause trouble."

Zhang Yan laughed heartily and reassured her, saying, "No matter who visits, I will handle it myself. You just focus on your cultivation."

Now that his cultivation had advanced greatly, he feared not facing even a Nascent Soul Third Realm Cultivator. With this in mind, he shifted the topic, "Regarding the task I previously asked you two to investigate, have you found anything?"

Upon hearing this, the Wang Sisters’ expressions became solemn. Wang Caiwei stepped forward and respectfully said, "Master, you asked us to pay attention to that domain; we deliberately examined it. Within a hundred miles, only a sect named Gantang Temple occupies the area, and they are quite powerful, with four Nascent Soul True Masters overseeing three immortal cities. Our inquiries revealed they are a Lower Sect of the Fengxiang Sword Sect. During our three-month watch, we frequently saw people from Fengxiang Sect visiting, suggesting close ties."

Wang Caiting added, "Originally, my sister and I intended to continue investigating it thoroughly, but we soon encountered that Wei Daoist and feared she might notice something amiss. Thus, we dared not linger and left hurriedly."

Zhang Yan nodded slowly, saying, "You two have done well."

That domain is one of the six ancient seals left by the Mingcang Sect’s Ancestor master. Sect Leader Qin mentioned there was a risk of the seal opening within a hundred years, instructing him to ensure it never fell into others’ hands. Thus, Zhang Yan had asked the Wang Sisters to discreetly investigate during their travels.

But the news they brought back wasn’t encouraging. If the Fengxiang Sect is involved, the difficulty escalates considerably.

One must know that beneath the seals reside Ancient Evil Creatures, not easily subdued by ordinary Cultivators, and might provoke Cave Heaven True Masters.

Seeing him deep in thought, the Wang Sisters dared not interrupt and stood by silently, awaiting his orders.

Just then, a Flying Talisman suddenly entered the cave from outside. Jing You caught it, opened it, and looked up, quietly saying, "Master?"

Zhang Yan asked, "What is it?"

Jing You bowed, saying, "Master, a Daoist Nun arrived outside. She insists on meeting Han Yuan Sect Leader, but refuses to explain her origins. Yet, she seems to be a Nascent Soul True Master as well. The disciples guarding the mountain can’t make the decision, so they sent a message seeking guidance."

Zhang Yan chuckled, saying, "She arrived rather quickly."

Wang Caiwei bit her lower lip and bowed, saying, "Disciple brought trouble upon Master."

Zhang Yan waved his sleeve, lifting her up, and said with a smile, "What does this have to do with you? Being favored by an expert indicates Caiwei’s outstanding qualities. I am delighted rather than displeased. And the visitor really didn’t think through. Having such an excellent disciple, why would I willingly hand her over?"

He then said to Jing You, "Lead that fellow Daoist to the main hall to rest; I will meet her shortly."

Jing You promptly went out to execute his instructions.

Zhang Yan then looked at the Wang Sisters, saying, "Before I came to this continent, I visited Guangyuan Sect and spoke to Daoist Shen. I agreed to retrieve something within thirty years. Now, the time is near, and after you two condense your Solidifying Pill, one of you must return to East Splendor Continent."