The passage蔡s referred to was the underground tunnel that Liu Yun had previously led him through to escape the main temple. Although during their escape, they had blown up a bomb, severing a section of the tunnel, with the capabilities of Jiahe Ichiku and Wu Ling the Master of the Wu Ling Sect, re-excavating that section would not be difficult. In fact, given their own strength, a direct assault on the Tianli Sect would not be an insurmountable challenge. Considering that they were in the Chinese homeland, however, they had to remain cautious, lest they become targets of the Chinese cultivators. Thus, when they heard about the hidden tunnel, both of them immediately brightened. If they could capture a hostage without being detected, lure Qin Feng into the trap, and set up a grand ambush, the mission would become significantly easier. They exchanged glances, and Jiahe Ichiku said, "Where exactly is the tunnel? Take us there quickly. If we can secure a hostage, we will reward you handsomely!" "Excellent." Chai agreed promptly. The three returned to the capital, and under his guidance, they reached the tunnel exit, where he recounted the incident involving the section that had been blown apart. The two companions had not taken it seriously at first. Upon arriving at the blocked area, Gakai Ichiku immediately drove a sword through the soil, clearing a significant portion. The Master of the Wuzheng Sect did not lag behind, drawing out her bone staff and chanting, "Wa jie jie jie," sending a sphere of light that expanded the obstruction by over ten meters. Gakai Ichiku felt his dignity challenged and thus unleashed a series of additional sword beams. Through their combined efforts, the blockage was swiftly cleared. Liu Su did not stay in the room previously occupied by Liu Yun, but under Chai's guidance, they quickly located the correct one. "Who?" A bodyguard, hearing an unusual sound, immediately asked. *Swoosh... pffft...* A sharp Japanese blade had pierced his chest, and he gradually fell to the ground. "There's an assassin. Capture the assassin." "Another bodyguard began shouting, and more people started gathering toward a courtyard in the southern section." "Ha! I didn't miss a thing, did I? Liu Su is right there—otherwise, the bodyguards wouldn't have rushed that way," said Cai Shi with a smile. Jiake Ikumi glanced at him and muttered, "Once you've caught the person, you'll be paid accordingly!" With that, he and the High Master of the Wuzheng Sect charged forward, moving with unimpeded momentum, leaving a trail of fallen bodies in their wake. Though these bodyguards were strong and could easily handle five opponents at once, they still fell far short when compared to the senior Jonin and the royal-level Wuzheng Master. Liu Su grabbed his pistol and stepped out of the room, asking, "What's going on?" "Unfortunate news, Master—someone has breached the main hall and killed several of our guards," one of them replied. "What?" She looked closely, and saw that the two skilled fighters were already close by. Several bodyguards had gathered around, saying, "Master, please hurry—we'll hold them off!" "How could they possibly hold on? Liu Su isn't stupid—she can immediately see that those two are absolute masters. You won't be able to stop them, and I'm not going anywhere either. There's no hidden passage leading from this courtyard to the outside. She pulls out her phone and dials Qin Feng's number: 'Feng, my situation isn't good at all—better have your expectations adjusted...' Qin is asleep when the call comes in, and he's able to hear the commotion clearly. He jolts upright: 'What's going on, Su? What exactly has happened?' 'I don't know either. Two figures—one tall and one short—are attacking my people. They're about to run out of strength. The tall one is European, holding a staff made of bone. The short one appears to be from the Sun Dynasty, wielding a Japanese-style sword.' She tries to describe their features as clearly as possible. 'A wizard and a ninja.' "Qin frowned slightly and said, "They've managed to come together—what a surprise! Su Su, you must hurry now—I'm off to the capital right away!" Liu Su groaned, "I can't make it. They've already attacked. If I die...?" As he spoke, the sound of her phone hitting the floor came through. Good heavens, Liu Su was in danger—he didn't even have time to get dressed, and he immediately summoned his flying sword, bursting through the window and speeding off toward the capital. Isabella followed closely, catching up to ask, "Feng, what's going on?" "Su Su is under siege by the Shennong spirits and the ninjas—she's in critical condition. I have to get there right away," he replied. "Shennong spirits, ninjas," the beautiful instructor frowned, "How did they find Liu Su? The headquarters of the Heaven's Right Sect has always been so well-kept, hasn't it? And shouldn't they have been targeting you specifically? After all, the Heaven's Right Sect has no grudges against either the Shennong spirits or the Kaga school." "Heard this, Qin Shao's heart gradually calmed down, and analyzed, 'It's definitely a case of taking her as a hostage to pressure me into compliance. You're absolutely right—there's no grudge between the Tian Li Sect and them. They're entirely targeting me!' The beautiful officer smiled, 'Since she's been taken as a hostage, there's no need to worry. Before they saw me, they probably wouldn't have harmed Liu Su at all!' Qin Shao's previously tense heart settled again, nodding, 'Exactly. The reason they captured Su Su was to lure me in. They might not have anticipated that Liu Su would have notified me in advance. So now I'll just wait for their call and see what tricks they come up with!' The Tian Li Sect members, along with their bodyguards, lay scattered on the ground—most of them dead, only a few fortunate ones remaining alive. Liu Su was tied up tightly and thrown to the side. Koga Ichiro sneered, 'Liu Master, didn't you expect this? You've just taken office and we've already captured you!' "Miss, in a firm voice, asked, 'What are you doing? Our Tianli Sect has no connection with the Ninja, so why are you arresting me and killing my people!' Hachigata Koki shouted toward the northern corner, 'Hide no longer! Everyone's already been killed—your old friends must have met each other by now!' As soon as he finished speaking, Cai Si stepped out from the corner, smiling, 'I was afraid that when my old friends met, there might be awkwardness. Master Liu—no, no, now we should call you Master Liu. It seems your position as Sect Master isn't very secure. You've already been taken prisoner so quickly!' Liu Su gritted her teeth, 'Cai Si, it's really you!' Cai Si nodded, 'Yes, it's me. You must regret not having killed me personally at the time. But now it's too late. Master Liu, you must accept your fate. These two are both skilled fighters—resisting will be pointless. So, you'd better cooperate!' 'Dreaming,' Liu Su managed to squeeze out two words. Gaiha Ikuto picked up her phone and said, "Call Qin Feng and tell him you've been kidnapped!" Liu Su said coldly, "No need. I've already called him. He'll know everything." Gaiha Ikuto shrugged, pulled up the previous communication records, and said, "The better, so we don't have to go on about it."