In another place, within a hidden pocket dimension, lay a vast sect.
Within this sect, there was a magnificent grand hall. At its head sat a man of dignified bearing.
Below him, people filled both sides of the hall – elders and middle-aged men, each exuding a powerful and awe-inspiring aura.
In the center of the hall, a young man was speaking.
This man was none other than Gu Tianlang, who had fled in disarray. This was the main base of the Tianluo Sect.
After escaping, Gu Tianlang had immediately returned to the Tianluo Sect and reported the situation.
Upon hearing his account, the people of the Tianluo Sect looked perplexed.
"What, you failed to subdue the Zhou family?"
"And you lost a Grandmaster and several Xiantian experts? What happened?"
"Wasn't Gu Chang with you? How could this happen when he's a Grandmaster?"
Gu Tianlang, hearing their questions, quickly explained that Ye Feng was protected by a late-stage Grandmaster.
After listening, the higher-ups of the Tianluo Sect became even more enraged.
Not only had the plan to subdue the Zhou family failed, but they had also lost a Grandmaster and several Xiantian experts.
Losing Xiantian experts was acceptable, as their sect had plenty. However, Grandmaster realm experts were extremely rare.
Even for a great sect like the Tianluo Sect, Grandmasters were considered mid-to-high-level, and each loss was significant.
"Father, this Poseidon Corporation is too arrogant! We must show them some teeth, otherwise, the world will think our Tianluo Sect fears them!" Gu Tianlang said indignantly.
The man at the head of the Tianluo Sect hall was Gu Tianlang's father, the Sect Master of the Tianluo Sect, Gu Qingshan.
He frowned and spoke with anger, "Damn it, we didn't want to directly offend the power behind Poseidon Corporation. I didn't expect them to be so overbearing. Then don't blame us for being impolite!"
However, after a moment, he shook his head. "But the spiritual energy of heaven and earth has not yet recovered, our sect has not yet emerged, and we haven't investigated which hidden sect the opposing power belongs to. It's not good to act rashly. We might end up benefiting other hidden sects and families!"
At this moment, a red-haired middle-aged man below the hall spoke, "Sect Master, I have an idea!"
"Fifth Elder, please speak!" Gu Qingshan nodded.
The Fifth Elder said, "We indeed cannot confront them directly, as we don't know which power is behind them or their strength!"
"However, didn't they kill a Grandmaster from the Gongsun family in the northern hidden sects a while ago? The hidden Gongsun family will surely not let this go easily! We can join forces with them to deal with Poseidon Corporation. What do you think?"
Gu Qingshan's face lit up with joy. "Excellent idea! Yes, with the northern hidden Gongsun family joining us, we will have nothing to fear from the power behind Poseidon Corporation!"
"Moreover, with their participation, it will greatly reduce the losses of our Tianluo Sect. It's killing two birds with one stone!"
"Good, it is decided! This matter will be personally handled by the Fifth Elder. Contact the northern hidden Gongsun family..."
The Fifth Elder immediately cupped his fists and said, "Yes, Sect Master!"
The northern hidden Gongsun family was also a powerful force. Although their overall strength was not as great as the Tianluo Sect, they were still a major hidden power.
If their Tianluo Sect joined forces with them, then no matter which power was behind Poseidon Corporation, they would definitely face severe consequences.
At this time, the patriarch of the Gongsun family was troubled by the inability to investigate the power behind Poseidon Corporation.
Because they couldn't obtain information about the opposing party, they couldn't understand their strength and thus couldn't formulate a suitable countermeasure. Seeking revenge would involve great risk.
However, at this moment, a servant ran in and handed him a letter.
Upon seeing the contents, the patriarch of the Gongsun family's face lit up with joy, and he laughed heartily, "Haha! Good! Excellent! With the Tianluo Sect joining us, no matter which power is behind them, we will make them pay!"
Several days later, the patriarch of the Gongsun family, along with a group of experts, arrived in the southeastern province and met with the Fifth Elder of the Tianluo Sect in an underground tavern.
"Patriarch Gongsun, long time no see. I hope you are well!" the Fifth Elder of the Tianluo Sect said politely, cupping his fists.
The patriarch of the Gongsun family heard this and smiled, "Fifth Elder, long time no see! The last time we met seems to have been over twenty years ago!"
"Indeed! I didn't expect our two sides to meet in this manner! It's truly surprising!" the Fifth Elder sighed.
After exchanging pleasantries, the patriarch of the Gongsun family said, "Alright, enough small talk. Let's get down to business!"
"Good! Let's get straight to the point! What are your plans to..."
Just as the patriarch of the Gongsun family was about to discuss dealing with Poseidon Corporation, he was interrupted.
"Hold on, how can dealing with Poseidon Corporation be complete without us?"
A person in black robes, whose appearance was completely hidden, pushed open the door and walked in.
"Who are you?"
"Who let you in?"
Seeing the door suddenly pushed open, both of them immediately looked at each other and asked warily.
The person in black robes looked at them and said softly, "Patriarch Gongsun, Fifth Elder of the Tianluo Sect, greetings! Don't be nervous, I mean no harm!"
As the person in black robes spoke, they ignored the two, sat down, poured a cup of tea, and began to drink.
"Who exactly are you? What is your purpose here?" the Fifth Elder of the Tianluo Sect demanded.
The person in black robes took a sip of tea and said, "You don't need to concern yourselves with who I am. But haven't I already told you my purpose? It's the same as yours, to deal with Poseidon Corporation!"
"You also want to deal with Poseidon Corporation?" the patriarch of the Gongsun family frowned, clearly not believing him.
The Fifth Elder of the Tianluo Sect added, "If you don't reveal your identity, how can we trust you?"
"Fine! Since you want to know my identity, I don't mind telling you! I am from the Blood Witch organization!" the person in black robes said calmly.
"What? The Blood Witch organization?"
Upon hearing this, both of them were startled.
"Heh, that's right! Alright, no more nonsense! How do you plan to deal with Poseidon Corporation?" the person in black robes got straight to the point.
The two exchanged glances, then nodded, and said, "We were just about to discuss this matter. We want to..."
Poseidon Corporation. Ye Feng had stayed within the company for the past few days, not venturing out.
The reason was that after Senior Cang Long returned last time, he felt his cultivation had reached a critical point and had gone to Stone Island to go into seclusion for a breakthrough.
Recently, cultivators had been appearing frequently, and they had offended many people. Without Senior Cang Long by his side, Ye Feng dared not go out and could only guard the headquarters of Poseidon Corporation.
During this time, he took out the mysterious square box given to him by Shangguan Lin'er and began to study it.
However, the runes on it were mysterious and complex, and he couldn't understand them at all. He hadn't made any progress in several days.
Another day passed. This day, for some reason, Ye Feng felt a sense of unease.
However, he didn't have time to dwell on it. Suddenly, Senior Cang Long returned, bringing with him a great surprise...