Chapter 29: The Shadow Fang's Desperation
The aftermath of the depot's destruction sent shockwaves through the Shadow Fang Sect. Their leaders convened in secret, their frustration and anger palpable as they tried to salvage their crumbling operations.
In the Azure Sky Sect, the mood was one of cautious optimism. The council recognized the significance of Zhang Wei's mission, but they knew the Shadow Fang Sect wouldn't go down without a fight.
Zhang Wei stood before Elder Hua and the council, detailing every aspect of the mission. When he finished, Elder Hua nodded approvingly.
"You've dealt them a significant blow," she said. "But the Shadow Fang Sect will not take this lightly. They will come for us with everything they have left."
Liang Feng stepped forward. "Let them come. The disciples are ready, and our defenses have never been stronger."
Elder Hua's expression remained serious. "We must remain vigilant. Zhang Wei, I want you to monitor their movements. If they are planning a final assault, we need to know before it happens."
The system chimed: New Quest: Gather intelligence on the Shadow Fang Sect's next move.
Objective: Infiltrate enemy territory and uncover plans for their retaliation.
Reward: Advanced reconnaissance techniques and Sect Contribution Points.
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Zhang Wei spent the next few days gathering intelligence, using his new infiltration techniques to move undetected through the Shadow Fang Sect's remaining territories. What he discovered was alarming: the Shadow Fang Sect was rallying their forces for a desperate final attack, their numbers bolstered by rogue cultivators and mercenaries.
Returning to the Azure Sky Sect, Zhang Wei relayed the information to the council. Elder Hua immediately began preparing the sect for the inevitable confrontation.
"The Shadow Fang Sect is cornered," Elder Hua said. "They will throw everything they have at us. This will be the final battle."
Zhang Wei nodded. "We're ready."