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"Secondly, control of supplies," Shen Mo continued. "Our previous clandestine transactions will be completely halted for the time being, with only outflows and no inflows."

"Those one-time use talismans, poison pills, and array plates with special effects that are conducive to ambushes and assassinations in the inventory are 'flowed' into the black market at high prices through more covert channels, and 'just so happens' to be purchased by certain radicals in the two factions."

"If they're going to fight to the death, we'll provide them with even sharper knives! But make sure those knives end up cutting each other!"

Upon hearing this, Li Xiaocao hesitated, "Sect Leader, refining those insidious and poisonous substances is against the natural order..."

Shen Mo glanced at her, his tone calm yet undeniably authoritative: "Little Grass, survival in chaotic times isn't about treating others to a meal. We won't harm innocent people, but aiding our enemies in their infighting is how we protect ourselves. The items we refine must be clearly marked as forbidden, and their distribution controlled, so we can have a clear conscience."

Li Xiaocao bit her lip, and finally nodded emphatically: "Xiaocao understands."

"Third, internal measures." Shen Mo's expression turned serious. "From today onwards, the sect will enter a state of 'hibernation.' The protective array will remain at its highest level, and all disciples are strictly prohibited from leaving the sect. Cultivation resources will be allocated to allocating resources to enhance strength. Especially for you few..."

He looked at Shi Tie, Zhao Qingyan, and Li Xiaocao, "If a battle between Golden Core cultivators breaks out, the aftershocks could be devastating. The great formation is our only reliance."

"Qingyan, the stability of the formation and its ability to withstand high-level energy impacts are crucial! Xiaocao, we must stockpile sufficient quantities of healing, life-extending, and detoxifying pills!"

"Junior Brother Tie, disciples of the Battle Hall need to familiarize themselves with joint operations under the protection of the formation, just in case!"

"Yes! Senior Brother (Brother) Headmaster understands!" The three answered solemnly, feeling the heavy responsibility.

"Finally," Shen Mo said, his gaze distant, "we also need to plan for the post-war period. Elder Han, expedite the integration and screening of outsiders such as the Zhao family. In these extraordinary times, we must ensure that our internal organization remains united."

"At the same time, keep an eye out for the resource points and talents left behind by the small forces that collapsed in the war. If there is a suitable opportunity, you can secretly recruit them."

"I obey!" Han Lin bowed.

With the strategy decided, everyone went their separate ways. The entire Qingyun Sect, like a tightly wound precision machine, silently and steadfastly began to operate in the predetermined direction amidst the turbulent undercurrents.

Several days later, at the Black Wind Mountain front.

Gu He, the newly appointed frontline commander of the Heavenly Sword Sect and the senior brother of the "Blazing Sun Sword" and "Burning Heaven Sword," received an anonymous secret report detailing the news that the Ghost Mother Granny of the Xuan Yin Sect was coming to seek revenge with the "Ten Thousand Soul Banner" (imitated), which "can defile the earth's veins and devour souls." The report was presented with absolute certainty.

Gu He was already furious because his junior brother Lieyang Sword was seriously injured. Upon seeing this secret report, his killing intent surged even more. He ordered his men to intensify their preparations for battle and make the Xuan Yin Sect pay a heavy price!

Meanwhile, among the remnants of the Xuan Yin Sect, several surviving Foundation Establishment elders "accidentally" learned the "top secret" information that Ling Xiaojian of the Heavenly Sword Sect was "severely injured and in seclusion." They immediately felt that the time for a counterattack had come and kept requesting the Ghost Mother Granny to come quickly from the main altar to secure victory in one fell swoop!

Friction between the two sides escalated again, with small-scale clashes occurring frequently. The atmosphere was as tense as a fully drawn bowstring, waiting for the final heavyweight of the Golden Core True Person to fall, after which a final, earth-shattering showdown would erupt!

The mastermind behind all this, Qingyun Mountain, was shrouded in an unusual tranquility. Its gates were tightly closed, and it was shrouded in mist, as if it were isolated from the world.

Deep within the Enlightenment Cave on Qingyun Mountain.

Shen Mo sat cross-legged at the eye of the spirit-gathering array, his aura subtly connected with the entire mountain gate array, like a dormant dragon accumulating power in silence.

Floating before him was a simplified map of the Southern Region of the Eastern Wilderness, drawn with spiritual energy. On it, the area representing the Black Wind Mountains was intensely flashing and intertwined with red and black spiritual light, like a boiling pool of blood, faintly emanating a chilling aura of killing intent.

"System, analyze the battle situation in the Black Wind Mountains in real time, and mark areas of abnormal spiritual energy fluctuations and weak points in the logistics supply lines for both sides." Shen Mo thought to himself.

[Command received. Based on information from the Treasure Pavilion and remote spiritual sensing... deduction in progress...]

[Heavenly Sword Sect Controlled Area: Spiritual energy fluctuations are stable to slightly high. The main force is concentrated along the southeastern line of the "Dragon Spine Mine," and defensive fortifications have been strengthened. Logistics supply lines primarily rely on the "Flying Cloud Boat" transiting from the main mountain via "Falling Star Plain." "Eagle Sorrow Gorge," 300 li southwest of Falling Star Plain, is a dangerous and unavoidable passage. Current garrison strength includes: one Foundation Establishment stage elder and thirty Qi Refining disciples.]

[Xuanyin Sect Controlled Area: The spiritual energy fluctuations are chaotic and filled with malevolence. The remnants have retreated to the northern part of the "Blood Swamp," relying on the terrain for defense. Supply lines are secretive, relying mainly on small flying magical artifacts and underground rivers for transport. However, due to the upcoming arrival of the Ghost Mother Granny, a batch of important supplies is being transferred from the main altar, scheduled to be secretly transported via the "Nether Bone Abyss," a tributary of the "Blackwater River," three days from now until midnight. Guardian Force: Two Foundation Establishment stage elders and fifty Qi Refining elites.]

[Analysis Conclusion: The "Nether Bone Abyss" section of the Xuan Yin Sect's supply line is currently the best target for attack. A successful ambush could severely cripple their short-term combat capabilities and escalate tensions.]

Shen Mo's gaze fell on the winding black line marked "Netherbone Abyss" on the simplified map, and he lightly tapped it with his fingertip. This is it.

The Xuan Yin Sect has just suffered a defeat and desperately needs supplies to stabilize morale, especially with the Ghost Mother Granny's arrival imminent. This supply shipment will undoubtedly include valuable gifts to help her establish her authority. If it were to be robbed at this time, it would be enough to drive the already volatile Xuan Yin Sect leadership completely insane.

But how to deliver this intelligence to the Heavenly Sword Sect "naturally" without arousing suspicion?

He hesitated for a moment, a cold glint in his eyes. The best lie is nine parts truth and one part falsehood. He needed a "real" intelligence carrier that could withstand scrutiny.

"System, retrieve the structure diagram of the Xuan Yin Sect's standard communication jade slips, and simulate a 'Swift Wind Slip' style that they may be using recently due to frequent wars. This style has a lower encryption level but a faster circulation speed."

Content: A simulated urgent report from a Foundation Establishment deacon of the Xuan Yin Sect, requesting supplies from the rear. It mentions the route to the "Nether Bone Abyss" and its approximate timeframe, but "inadvertently" reveals details of the guard force: "one mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator and thirty Qi Refining cultivators." The signature, a divine sense imprint, mimics the style of "Red-Haired Demon," a mid-Foundation Establishment elder in the sect known for his recklessness.

[Command received. Simulation in progress... Structure simulation complete... Content filling... Divine consciousness imprint simulation (78% similarity)... Generation complete.]

A somewhat rough-looking black jade slip, its edges radiating urgent spiritual energy, appeared before Shen Mo. Its contents, seemingly urging delivery, "unintentionally" revealed the transport route and timeline, and "underestimated" the strength of the guards, making it extremely tempting.

"Junior Sister Xiao," Shen Mo transmitted his voice through the sect leader's token.

A moment later, Su Xiao appeared inside the cave: "Sect Leader, what are your orders?"

Shen Mo showed her the simulated image of the jade slip and explained the plan: "Through the 'Grey Sparrow,' a mole planted in the 'Patrol Division' outside the Heavenly Sword Sect by the Treasure Pavilion, we will make this jade slip 'accidentally' appear on their inevitable patrol route to 'Soul-Severing Cliff' tomorrow."

"Remember, make it look like a messenger disciple of the Xuan Yin Sect lost it in a hurry. After the 'Grey Sparrow' finds it, there's no need to report it. Just 'accidentally' discover it in front of its colleagues and 'curiously' investigate it, causing a fluctuation of spiritual energy so that the leader of the group will notice."