Rise of the Otherworld.

The atmosphere within the True King Sect was heavy and oppressive. Lin Yu and the elders sat around the long table in the meeting room, grimly discussing strategies to deal with the Shadow Gate. The flickering candlelight illuminated their furrowed brows and serious expressions.

"Although the reconnaissance team has brought back some intelligence, the Shadow Sect's strength is unfathomable. We must proceed with caution," an elder said worriedly. There was a hint of anxiety in his voice, and his fingers tapped lightly on the table.

Lin Yu's eyes were firm, his hands clenched into fists, his joints slightly white due to the force: "The more difficult it is, the more we cannot retreat. We must take advantage of their weaknesses and give them a fatal blow." His eyes burned with an indomitable fighting spirit, like a flame that would never go out.

Everyone began analyzing the layout of the Shadow Gate stronghold and the patrol shift patterns. The simple map on the table was scanned over and over again, every detail being carefully considered.

"According to the reconnaissance team, the defenses on the west side of the castle are relatively weak. Perhaps we can break through from there," another elder said, pointing to the simple map on the table. His finger paused at a spot on the map, a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

Lin Yu nodded slightly and fell into deep thought: "But this may also be a trap they set deliberately. We can't take it lightly." He stood up and paced around the room, constantly deducing various possible situations in his mind.

After a heated discussion, a preliminary battle plan was finally determined.

"We need to organize elite forces and divide them into several groups to cooperate with each other. One group will be responsible for attracting the enemy's attention, and the second group will sneak in from the west to find important intelligence and key figures of the Shadow Gate. The third group will serve as a reserve team and provide support at any time." Lin Yu arranged the tasks in detail. His voice was steady and powerful, making everyone present feel his determination and confidence.

At the same time, Lin Yu also ordered the strengthening of the sect's defenses to prevent the Shadow Gate from taking advantage of the situation. The disciples worked day and night, reinforcing the walls, setting traps, and preparing various battle supplies. The entire True King Sect seemed to have turned into a huge workshop, with the sound of hammers and people shouting intertwined.

On the training grounds, the disciples about to participate in the battle underwent intense special training. They sweated profusely as they continuously honed their martial arts and combat skills. Every move was filled with power and determination.

"Everyone remember, we are fighting for the honor of the Zhenwang Sect and for justice!" The coach's voice echoed in the training ground. His eyes were stern and full of expectation as he watched the movements of every disciple.

Lin Yu personally inspected the training situation and encouraged his disciples.

"I believe in you. On the battlefield, you must be brave and fearless and show the power of the Zhenwang Sect!" His voice spread throughout the entire training ground, making every disciple feel excited.

On the other side, the Shadow Gate seemed to have noticed the movements of the True King Sect and began to strengthen its own defenses.

"The True King Sect dares to provoke us. We will make sure they never return!" the leader of the Shadow Sect said viciously. His eyes were filled with ferocity and arrogance, as if the True King Sect's actions were nothing more than a mantis trying to stop a chariot.

Inside the Shadow Gate's castle, the number of patrolling disciples doubled, and the traps and mechanisms were rearranged. They awaited the True King Sect's arrival in the darkness, ready to deliver a fatal blow.

The atmosphere within the True King Sect grew increasingly tense. The disciples seized the final moments to train and prepare, each filled with anticipation and nervousness.

On the eve of the battle, Lin Yu stood alone on the top of the mountain, looking at the Shadow Gate stronghold in the distance, and secretly vowed in his heart: "This battle, I must make the Shadow Gate pay the price!"

The stars in the night sky are twinkling, as if witnessing the upcoming life-and-death battle.

Can the Zhenwang Sect successfully fight back and break the Shadow Gate's conspiracy?