In the Star Ruins Realm, with no Saints appearing, the Venerables are the highest beings.

Even the weakest Venerable can claim a territory and dominate an area on the outskirts of the Star Ruins Realm.

Not to mention a Venerable from the War Alliance.

Although Yu Tianming has also stepped into the Tenth Realm, he is still far from the realm of Venerables.

If not for his continuous respect for Jiang Shu, he might have retreated under the momentum of Zhan Tianqiong by now.

The situation suddenly came to a stalemate.

Jiang Shu remained silent, shifting his gaze from Zhan Tianqiong to Zhan Feng and Zhan Yun.

Perhaps some might fear the Venerables.

But for him, after arriving in the Star Ruins Realm, he had once walked past a Venerable.

In the Demon Domain, he even fought against the Demon Venerable Avatar.

Facing a Venerable, he would respect but never fear!

Jiang Shu stood proudly.

Zhan Tianqiong also realized that the situation was not as he had imagined, and hurriedly said, "Just observing your Sea of Consciousness from the outside."

"I have a skill that can view the sins on a person’s body. I’m merely here with a Tenth Realm Middle Stage avatar. You would naturally notice if I invaded your deeper Sea of Consciousness."

"Brother Jiang, if you are unwilling, that’s fine too."

Zhan Feng also stepped forward, clearly intending to stand in front of Jiang Shu.

All geniuses have pride. He thought to himself; if he were in Jiang Shu’s position, he might not be willing either.

Even though the elder said it was just an external observation of the Sea of Consciousness.

But it also meant displaying some of one’s weaknesses.

As Zhan Feng spoke, Zhan Yun also looked towards Zhan Tianqiong: "Seventh Elder, this matter still needs Brother Jiang to..."

"Thank you, Brother Zhan, but since it’s just observing the Sea of Consciousness from the outside..." Jiang Shu pondered for a moment, then nodded and met the elder’s gaze openly, saying:

"Senior, please proceed."

The War Alliance might trust the Wind Cloud Pride, but it doesn’t necessarily mean they trust him.

If he were alone, Jiang Shu could naturally refuse, but he couldn’t withstand the external forces targeting the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance.

Moreover, having the War Alliance’s Venerable act is better than other forces’ Venerable.

Having cultivated to this realm today, he was just one step away from the Venerable.

Some Venerables’ understanding of the Soul Great Dao might not even surpass his.

Therefore, if it was just an avatar.

Observing the Sea of Consciousness externally couldn’t touch his fundamental secrets.

As Jiang Shu’s words fell.

Zhan Tianqiong’s soul power surged like a tide into Jiang Shu’s Sea of Consciousness but was instantly blocked by the Chaos Thunder Pool.

A hint of surprise flashed in the elder’s eyes, then he retracted his hand, nodded, and smiled: "Indeed, there’s no aura of slaughter. If you had massacred thousands of geniuses, your Sea of Consciousness wouldn’t be so clear."

Zhan Feng wasn’t surprised by this result.

"I told you Brother Jiang was wronged."

But Zhan Tianqiong shook his head and said:

"Just my belief is not enough. The outside world is in an uproar now. There are forces behind Ming Wuya stirring; otherwise, our War Alliance wouldn’t be unable to protect you."

"The current situation might require revealing some truth to break the impasse. Jiang Shu, do you know who the mastermind is?"

"Ming Wuya showed some fragments, including a piece of imagery where the Mechanical Mother interacted with you before its consciousness collapsed."

"The Mother has lived countless years, seen much, and surely told you something."

Could even such a situation transmit images?

Jiang Shu was silent for a moment, deciding to reveal part of the truth. At this point, he no longer needed to conceal the Black-Robed Man.

"I saw a shadow in the Eye of the Void wearing a black robe, and before her demise, the Mechanical Mother mentioned a name."

"Doomsday Sect."

Zhan Tianqiong’s formerly calm expression drastically changed upon hearing these three words.

"Are you sure?!"

Zhan Feng and Zhan Yun, being among the strongest ancient monsters, naturally had heard of the Doomsday Sect’s name and were equally shocked.

The Doomsday Sect is taboo among major forces.

Rumor has it the Doomsday Sect believes the Cosmic will eventually perish, and their mission is to hasten this process.

Back at the Eternal Tower, Jiang Shu had contact with the Black-Robed Man, knowing from the start it was a scam.

With a bit of thought, Jiang Shu guessed that behind Ming Wuya likely stands the Doomsday Sect.

Otherwise, with Ming Wuya’s ability, he might frame someone with no background, like him.

But he couldn’t draw Wind Cloud Pride of the War Alliance into his scheme.

"I suspect Ming Wuya is a pawn of the Black-Robed Man, but there’s no conclusive evidence yet."

Jiang Shu spoke directly, stating all he knew and speculated.

Ahead, Zhan Tianqiong stroked his beard and pondered for a long time, then suddenly took out a bronze token and handed it to Jiang Shu.

"This is the Fenghuo Order of the War Alliance. Holding this order allows you to mobilize all disciples of the War Alliance in the Deep Space Sea. I will send a message to the outside world to delay as much time as possible."

"But you must find conclusive evidence before leaving the Deep Space Sea; otherwise, even the War Alliance cannot protect you."

As they say, this matter is significant.

Such a big issue requires a resolution, but with War Alliance backing Wind Cloud Pride and the Mother needing no further mention, Jiang Shu is likely to become everyone’s target, and even the War Alliance cannot excessively shield him.

Jiang Shu solemnly accepted the token, understanding the stakes involved.

"Thank you, Elder."

Zhan Tianqiong seemed to have a favorable impression of Jiang Shu, seeing his demeanor, he smiled and nodded, then looked at Yu Tianming and said.

"Little Snake Girl, your Heavenly Snake Clan’s elders are outside speaking on Jiang Shu’s behalf."