In the days that followed, the Qingyun Sect appeared calm on the surface, but beneath the tranquility, an undercurrent was quietly surging.

After receiving their assignments, Wang Chen and his team demonstrated exceptional execution and organizational skills. Instead of confronting the toughest targets on the list head-on, they chose to infiltrate from the outermost and lowest levels.

In an area designated for the residences of Outer Sect Disciples.

A frail-looking young boy was cornered by three burly disciples, his clothes torn and tattered, with a clear slap mark on his face.