Transmigrating to become Hua Qiangu

The group returned safely to Changliu Mountain with the divine artifact, and the entire mountain was immersed in the joy of victory. The disciples spread the news, cheering and jumping for joy at successfully retrieving the artifact. However, Hua Qiangu and her companions were not blinded by this brief victory. They knew that the Shadow Cult would not give up easily, and an even more severe challenge might be brewing.

"Although we have retrieved the artifact, the Shadow Cult still possesses considerable strength. We must strengthen the defenses of Changliu Mountain and enhance the strength of our disciples as soon as possible," Bai Zihua said solemnly, standing in the main hall of Changliu Mountain.

“That’s right, Master. The Shadow Cult is definitely plotting something even more sinister. We can’t afford to be complacent.” Hua Qiangu nodded in agreement, her gaze resolute.

Thus, Changliu Mountain began a tense defensive deployment and cultivation plan. Hua Qiangu placed the divine artifact in a more secluded and heavily guarded location, while using the resources in the system space to prepare various pills and magical treasures to enhance the spiritual power of her disciples.

Days passed by, and Changliu Mountain appeared calm on the surface, but in secret, everyone was making full preparations for the impending crisis.

Meanwhile, in the Shadow Cult's stronghold, an old man in black robes knelt before a massive black throne, his face grim. Seated on the throne was a mysterious figure shrouded in darkness—the leader of the Shadow Cult.

"Useless! You can't even handle a few brats, and you even lost the divine artifact!" The cult leader's voice was deep and cold, filled with anger.

The old man in black robes trembled all over, not daring to raise his head: "Master, please calm down. It is my incompetence. But Hua Qiangu and the others are too cunning, and they seem to have received help from a mysterious power."

"Mysterious power? Hmph! Whatever that power may be, it cannot stop our plans." The cult leader sneered. "Get up and tell me your next steps."

The old man in black robes cautiously stood up, a sinister glint in his eyes: "Master, we can take advantage of Changliu Mountain's current relaxed state of mind and launch a surprise attack. Moreover, I have learned that Changliu Mountain has a weakness. As long as we can find the right opportunity, we will definitely be able to break through it in one fell swoop."

"Oh? Tell me about it." The cult leader leaned forward slightly, revealing a hint of interest.

"There's a weak point in the back of Changliu Mountain, usually guarded only by a few disciples. We can send a group of elites to infiltrate from the back and seize the divine artifact while they're off guard. At the same time, we can arrange for another group to launch a feint attack from the front to draw away the main force of Changliu Mountain," the black-robed elder explained his plan in detail.

The cult leader pondered for a moment and said, "This plan sounds feasible. But we must ensure the secrecy of the operation and prevent any further mistakes."

"Yes, Master! Your subordinate will do everything in his power to make Changliu Mountain pay a heavy price and reclaim the divine artifact!" The black-robed elder's eyes gleamed with greed and hatred.

Soon, the Shadow Cult began intensive preparations. They selected a group of powerful followers and subjected them to rigorous training and deployment.

Meanwhile, at Changliu Mountain, although everyone was on guard against the Shadow Cult's retaliation, some disciples gradually lowered their guard due to the long period of peace.

"It's been so long, and the Shadow Cult hasn't made a move. Maybe they're too scared to come back," a disciple whispered during his patrol.

"Hmph, don't let your guard down. Master and elders have repeatedly reminded us that we must always be vigilant." Although another disciple said this, a hint of complacency was also revealed in his eyes.

All of this was observed by the Shadow Cult members who were secretly monitoring the area. They felt the time was ripe, so they split into two groups according to plan. One group quietly made its way to the back of the mountain, while the other group began to gather on the front of Changliu Mountain, preparing to launch a feint attack.

As night fell, Changliu Mountain was shrouded in tranquility. The defensive disciples on the back mountain patrolled as usual, completely unaware of the approaching danger.

Suddenly, a dark shadow flashed by, and before a patrolling disciple could even utter a sound, he was knocked unconscious by a member of the Shadow Cult. Immediately afterward, more dark shadows surged out from all directions, quickly eliminating the disciples guarding the back mountain and creating a breach in the defenses.

"Quickly, proceed according to plan and seize the artifact!" a Shadow Cult leader whispered.

The elites of the Shadow Cult moved swiftly towards the place where the divine artifacts were stored on Changliu Mountain, like ghosts.

Meanwhile, on the front of Changliu Mountain, another group of the Shadow Cult began to move. They lit torches and shouted loudly, creating the illusion that an attack was imminent.

"Oh no, the Shadow Cult is attacking!" The disciples of Changliu Mountain noticed the commotion and immediately sounded the alarm.

Changliu Mountain was immediately thrown into chaos, and the disciples picked up their weapons, ready to fight.

Upon hearing the alarm, Hua Qiangu, Bai Zihua, and the others quickly arrived at the front gate of Changliu Mountain.

"Master, the Shadow Cult is coming in with great force this time. What should we do?" Hua Qiangu looked at the densely packed Shadow Cult members in front of her and felt a sense of foreboding.

"Let's hold our ground and see what they do," Bai Zihua said calmly.

However, unbeknownst to them, the elite forces of the Shadow Cult had already quietly infiltrated the interior of Changliu Mountain, drawing ever closer to the divine artifact…