Summoning the Gods: Start by creating the Eternal Night.

Two days later, in Yunzhou, Central Region, at the Wang Family Mansion.

Wang Ba and his entourage returned to their family, weary from their journey.

As soon as I entered the gate, the butler came to greet me:

"Third Young Master, the Patriarch is already waiting at the other courtyard."

"Understood. I'll go see my father right away!"

Wang Ba responded, and with a hint of frustration, strode towards the patriarch's villa.

Inside the study of the detached courtyard, Wang Hetian, the head of the Wang family, was standing by the window. When he saw Wang Ba and Wang San enter, he turned around:

"Ba'er, you're back."

"Tell me, what was Li Wujiu's reaction when we went to Sin City?"

Wang Ba's anger surged up instantly:

"Father! That Li Wujiu is going too far!"

"He said the child wasn't qualified to talk to him, and that if we wanted to cooperate, you had to go in person!"

Wang Hetian didn't speak, but turned to look at Wang San:

"Third Elder, what are the specific details?"

Wang San stepped forward and recounted his trip to Sin City in detail, adding at the end:

"Master, that's roughly what happened."

"Li Wujiu's attitude was tough, and he looked down on the Third Young Master."

After listening, Wang Hetian nodded calmly.

"Yes, as expected. Actually, I didn't expect you to succeed on this trip."

"Huh?" Wang Ba was taken aback.

"Father! Since you know it won't work, why did you still agree to let me go? To suffer that humiliation?"

Wang Hetian slowly walked to the main seat and sat down, saying calmly:

"You were sent to Youzhou so openly just to send a signal."

"Let the outside world think that our Wang family intends to cooperate with Sin City, and draw the attention of those forces that are watching us to Sin City in Youzhou."

"You mean...we won't cooperate with Sin City?" Wang Ba was somewhat confused.

"The matter of cooperation should naturally be tested," the patriarch waved his hand.

"Alright, you don't need to ask any more questions about this. You may leave now."

"Yes." Although Wang Ba and Wang San were full of doubts, they could only bow and retreat.

After the two left, an elderly man with white hair slowly emerged from the shadows of the study. His aura was restrained, but his eyes were as deep as an abyss.

"Fourth Ancestor." Wang Hetian stood up and bowed to the old man.

It turns out that Wang Ba and his group were not the only ones on the surface.

Wang Xuansheng, the fourth ancestor of the Wang family, had already secretly accompanied them, solely to investigate whether there was another force behind the City of Sin.

"Hmm!" Wang Xuansheng nodded, walked to the table, and sat down.

"Did the Fourth Patriarch gain anything from this trip?" Wang Hetian asked.

"I have thoroughly investigated and found no other top experts in Sin City besides Li Wujiu."

"That's strange." Wang Hetian frowned slightly.

"How could Li Wujiu possibly destroy the Ghost King Sect by himself?"

"You should know that the Ghost King Sect openly has two terrestrial immortals!"

"Either it's an outside force acting secretly, or... this force is hiding in a place in Youzhou that we don't know about."

Wang Xuansheng picked up his teacup and gently blew away the foam.

"However, in either case, Sin City is not as simple as it seems!"

"So...should we continue to keep in touch?"

"Of course I will." Wang Xuansheng raised his eyes, a hint of worry flashing in them.

"Although our Wang family is an ancient family, it has been declining since the war between gods and demons."

"The few members of the clan are nearing the end of their lifespans, and it will be difficult for them to break through their cultivation levels. Once they pass away..."

Our Wang family has become like fish on a chopping board, vulnerable to being swallowed up by other forces at any moment.

Wang Hetian nodded: "What the Fourth Patriarch said is absolutely right."

"Now that the signal has been sent out, let other forces test the waters first."

Wang Xuansheng, supporting his beard,

"If Sin City can truly withstand the test, then you should go there yourself and have a good talk with Li Wujiu."

"it is good."

Wang Xuansheng looked out the window and sighed.

"Alas! The five regions are about to unite, and chaos is imminent. We must buy time for Teng'er to grow up."

"As long as he can grow up, my Wang family may prosper for ten thousand years."

When Wang Hetian mentioned his son, Wang Teng, a hint of pride appeared on his face:

"Haha, Fourth Ancestor, rest assured, my son Wang Teng has the potential to break through the void; his future is promising!"

……

At the same time, in the main hall of the Yunlan Sect in Yunzhou.

Seven people sat in the hall, with Yunshan, the sect leader of Yunlan Sect, at the head, and six elders below him.

Grand Elder Yunling stood up, clasped his hands in greeting, and said:

"Sect Master, our scouts report that the Wang family sent someone to the City of Sin in Youzhou, where they met with Li Wujiu, and it seems they intend to form an alliance."

Yunshan raised his eyes: "Is the news true?"

"Absolutely true," Yun Ling said. "The ones who went were Wang Ba, the third son of the Wang family head, and Wang San, the family elder."

"Haha, the Wang family actually sent a mere child to negotiate an alliance?"

Yunshan chuckled and then asked,

"Besides them, did anyone else from the Wang family secretly go there?"

"I didn't notice." Yun Ling shook his head.

"However, Sect Master, this matter must not be taken lightly."

"If the Wang family truly allies with the City of Sin, it will be absolutely not a good thing for my Yunlan Sect."

"Yes, Sect Master, it's better to believe it exists than not!"

"The Wang family and my sect have been irreconcilable enemies for many years. If they collude with the City of Sin, my sect is in grave danger!"

"Sin City was able to destroy the Ghost King Sect; its strength should not be underestimated. We must prepare for it as soon as possible!"

The elders echoed their agreement, their expressions solemn.

Yunshan raised his hand to quiet everyone down: "What you said makes sense."

"Pass down the order to keep a close eye on the Wang family's movements, and at the same time send people to Youzhou to investigate the details of Sin City."

"I will report this matter to the Supreme Elder and see what his decision is."

"yes!"

……

Behind the Yunlan Sect, there is a hidden cave.

Yun Feiyang, the Supreme Elder of the Yunlan Sect, was standing opposite a figure completely shrouded in black robes.

The man in black robes spoke in a hoarse voice, his gender indiscernible: "How have you decided?"

A flicker of struggle crossed Yun Feiyang's eyes, then he gritted his teeth and said:

"Can you really help me break through that barrier?"

"Of course," the man in black said firmly.

"As long as you do as we say, the realm beyond the terrestrial immortal is not out of reach."

"Fine, I agree!" Yun Feiyang hardened his heart and made his decision.

"A wise move," the man in black sneered.

"Remember, never even think about betraying us. You can't afford the consequences of our methods."

"Don't worry, as long as I can break through, I will serve you."

Just then, Yunshan's voice came from outside the cave:

"Disciple Yunshan requests an audience with the Supreme Elder."

The figure in black robes flickered and vanished instantly.

Yun Feiyang waved his hand and opened the stone door: "Come in."

Yunshan entered the cave and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Grand Elder."

"What is it?" Yun Feiyang asked calmly.

Yunshan recounted how the Wang family had sent people to Sin City, and concluded by saying:

"...That's how it is. I'm worried that the Wang family's alliance with the City of Sin will be detrimental to my Yunlan Sect, so I've come to consult the Supreme Elder."

Yun Feiyang pondered for a moment: "Hearing you say that, we certainly have to be careful."

"It seems the old folks of the Wang family don't have much time left."

"Well then, I will personally go to Youzhou in the next few days."

"Yes!" Yunshan responded and withdrew.

After Yunshan left, the figure in black robes reappeared.

"Youzhou, the City of Sin..." the man in black murmured, "Perfect timing, I need to go there too."

Yun Feiyang asked, "What do you mean?"

"Let's see if we can use them." The man in black robes spoke with a hint of disdain.

"A force capable of wiping out the Ghost King Sect might be of some use."

Yun Feiyang frowned: "It's probably not that simple!"

"Ha! No matter how complicated it is, so what?"

The man in black robes sneered.

"It's just the Ghost King Sect. If it were us, we could wipe it out easily as well."

Before he finished speaking, the figure in black robes had already disappeared into the cave.

Yun Feiyang gazed at the empty cave and sighed.

"Alas, I wonder if this decision of mine will be a blessing or a curse..."

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