Chu Tang informed Tang Jinghong about the stronghold, and Tang Jinghong immediately sent troops to raid it. They seized 3,000 kilos of grain, 500 large knives, and over 200 kilos of medicinal herbs—a substantial haul.
In a heavily guarded room, the First Elder, Second Elder, Third Elder, and Fourth Elder sat with grim and heavy expressions, the atmosphere oppressively tense.
The First Elder, thinking of his captured son, felt increasingly burdened. "What should we do next?"
The Second Elder sighed helplessly. "The opponent is too strong…"
The Third Elder glanced at the others, angered. "We must find a way to deal with this person, or we'll lose face entirely."
They were now hiding, unable to go out, with their comrades captured by the enemy.
The Fourth Elder agreed with the Third Elder. "We can't let this continue, or we won't be able to live peacefully, let alone maintain the organization."
