After several days of continuous searching, the headquarters of the Dawn Society was finally located.
The splendid Tang Sect Company, one of Star Luo's top enterprises, is located in the port city of West Sea City in Star Luo. As the name suggests, this place has a connection with the Tang Sect.
Although the Tang Sect did not possess the same strength as in the original story due to its decline ten thousand years ago, it still had more than one stronghold in Star Luo.
Apart from the branch in Star Luo City, which mainly communicates with the higher-ups of Star Luo, there were several Tang Sect branches in the ports of Star Luo City. Their purpose was to receive resources from the Douluo Federation... but now their purpose is questionable.
Looking at the map, not only was the Amorous Douluo questioned his life, but even the uninformed military members of Star Luo were somewhat confused.
Wasn't the Tang Sect their collaborators? When did they get involved with the Dawn Society?
However, with the whereabouts of several Dawn Society powerhouses pointing in this direction and the evidence being irrefutable, they had no choice but to accept it.
The Amorous Douluo's expression was dark, his brows tightly knit as he stared at the map.
Although he had realized the situation was not good after contacting the Tang Sect branch in Star Luo and learning that they were also circulating the Human Pills, the current situation still exceeded his expectations.
He had never imagined that the Tang Sect would become a base for the Dawn Society, but now he had to consider the implications of this.
After all, if this matter was not handled properly, Shrek would have to face the Federation's inquiries.
Unfortunately, his identity and position were too delicate. If the Star Luo and Douluo Federation envoys really attack the Tang Sect Company, he could not stop the battle to buy time for investigation, lest he raise suspicions. He could only watch helplessly...
'Sigh, I've told them before that the current Federation is different from the past, and they should keep a low profile and not act recklessly. Now, all the pressure is on me.'
At this moment, the Amorous Douluo felt like fleeing directly to guard the Abyss Passage with his good friend.
No other reason, just sheer exhaustion.
...
At night, the surrounding forces from various locations all arrived in West Sea City.
Various soul-guided armored vehicles rolled over the concrete roads, forming a steel torrent, while mechas and soul masters roared through the sky, surrounding a magnificent building.
The night sky of West Sea City was fragmented by millions of searchlights, and the building cast a menacing shadow under the intense light.
No one was guarding the entrance, and above the gate hung the plaque of the Splendid Tang Sect Company, reflecting a glaring cold light under the strong illumination.
The entire building was eerily quiet, like a dormant beast ready to pounce at any time moment.
At the forefront of the army stood a handsome middle-aged man, frowning as he surveyed the Tang Sect branch. He wore a dark red cloak, its hem billowing like a blood wave. Moonlight flowed over his sharp jawline, casting a small shadow beside his straight nose bridge. There was an inch-long scar on his left brow bone, which did not make him look fierce but instead added a tempered sharpness to his handsome face.
Huang Zhengyang, the Pillar of Star Luo!
He was a legend of Star Luo.
Huang Zhengyang was born with exceptional talent and unique insight into controlling mechas, which allowed him to surpass all mecha masters in Star Luo's history. At the age of 23, with six soul rings, he became a strong contender for the title of Star Luo Federation's Divine Mecha Master.
By the age of 31, he became a Title Douluo and was officially recognized by the Star Luo Federation, which heavily invested to custom-build a divine mecha for him. Now, he had been promoted to the rank of Major General and served as the division commander of the Star Luo Federation's strongest mecha master team. He was the pinnacle figure in Star Luo's mecha field and the overall commander of Star Luo's military in this encirclement operation.
Huang Zhengyang narrowed his eyes, and his Title Douluo-level spiritual power surged toward the building like a tide, only to be instantly repelled by some force upon contacting the outer wall.
"A spiritual power barrier?" His brows furrowed even tighter as he turned to his subordinates. "What are the results of the soul power thermal imaging scan?"
"Report! The thermal scan shows a large-scale soul power reaction underground!" A Star Luo Federation officer stared at the detection screen, his expression grave. "There are no fewer than a thousand soul masters!"
Huang Zhengyang frowned and turned toward the sky not far away.
In the howling night wind, five figures stood in the air, their robes fluttering.
Huo Yuhao, Gu Yuena, Amorous Douluo, Soul Suppression Douluo, and Divine Domain Douluo.
Four powerhouses from the Douluo Federation and Star Luo's proud Limit Douluo.
Although he was the overall commander of the military, he could not ignore the opinions of these five.
Huang Zhengyang stepped forward to the five and said in a deep voice, "The surrounding residents have all been evacuated. Now, with a single order, the army can launch a full-scale attack. However..."
His gaze turned to the Amorous Douluo, "Given that this place was originally a Tang Sect branch, there may be controlled Tang Sect disciples inside... Should we send a rescue team?"
Seeing the eyes around him immediately focus on him, especially the playful gaze of the Soul Suppression Douluo, the Amorous Douluo's eyes twitched.
Controlled? Are you implying something?
The Amorous Douluo shook his head, "No need. The Dawn Society has gathered here openly, clearly intending to fight us head-on. In that case, it's better not to reveal any more vulnerabilities."
What could he say? At this point, he had to prioritize justice over family. Regardless of whether there were normal Tang Sect members inside, the primary goal had to be the annihilation of the Dawn Society.
Hearing this, Huang Zhengyang sneaked in at the others to confirm they had no objections. Just as he was about to order the army to attack, Huo Yuhao suddenly stepped forward and asked, "May I ask how many soul-guided artillery shells Star Luo has prepared for this operation? What is the highest level of fixed soul-guided artillery shells?"
Huang Zhengyang was taken aback, pondered for a moment, and replied, "Perhaps because this operation is in the city, His Majesty did not equip the army with powerful fixed soul-guided artillery shells. We only have some level four and five fixed soul-guided artillery shells. What do you need them for, Huo Yuhao?"
Hearing this answer, Huo Yuhao was not surprised. He shook his head, turned to look at the Tang Sect company, and narrowed his eyes, "No, I don't need those soul-guided artillery shells. On the contrary, I plan to provide Star Luo with some fixed soul-guided artillery shells."
"???"
Huang Zhengyang was filled with question marks, not understanding what Huo Yuhao meant.
"Since the Dawn Society plans to hole up inside and wait for us to walk into their trap, why not send them a heavy gift first?" Huo Yuhao said this, looking at Huang Zhengyang with a smile. "Could you have the army withdraw three kilometers?"
Whatever surprises the Holy Spirit Cult had prepared at their headquarters, he would send them a surprise first.
The Divine Domain Douluo and Huang Zhengyang's expressions changed dramatically, and the Amorous Douluo and Soul Suppression Douluo also understood Huo Yuhao's meaning, their expressions shifting as well.
A diameter of three kilometers... that was the explosion range of a level nine fixed soul-guided artillery shell!
Huo Yuhao was carrying a level nine fixed soul-guided artillery shell?
This... this can't be possible, right?
Amidst everyone's shocked and astonished expressions, Huo Yuhao's hand moved slightly, and a shell that seemed to radiate destructive energy appeared in his hand. The shell's surface was covered with dark red patterns, pulsing faintly like blood vessels.
Huang Zhengyang's forehead broke out in cold sweat, and he subconsciously took a step back. Then he heard Huo Yuhao continued, "I will launch this level nine fixed soul-guided artillery shell. Could General Huang gather the army to join in the bombardment?"
"Y-yes, of course." Huang Zhengyang looked at the shell, then at Huo Yuhao, and nodded with a complicated expression.
This... is indeed a big gift, though the Dawn Society probably won't appreciate it.
The Amorous Douluo watched as Huang Zhengyang immediately went to make preparations, then updated dazedly at the Tang Sect branch.
Using fixed soul-guided artillery shells... to bomb the Tang Sect?