Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8557: Action (1)

Zhao Hai stood within the medium, a calm expression upon his face as Zhu Yong approached him. "Young Master, the Tang family appears to have sensed that something is amiss. Their entire clan has congregated on their main island. How should we proceed?" Zhu Yong inquired.

A smile touched Zhao Hai’s lips as he processed the news. "They have gathered together? Excellent. This allows us to eliminate Kedima and his cohorts in a single strike. Summon Chang Jun and the others immediately. We are moving against the Tang family." "Understood," Zhu Yong replied, hurrying off to gather the commanders.

Once the group assembled, Zhao Hai addressed them. "Zhu Yong reports that the Tang family is now fully concentrated on their main island. It is the perfect chance to wipe them out completely. We shall not spare their branch islands either. Chang Jun, are the arrangements finalized?"

"Sect Master, everything is prepared. We are ready to deploy at your command," Chang Jun stated, clearly having put significant effort into the operation. He had mobilized the three Ghostwind teams and every available cultivator under his authority.

Zhao Hai gave a nod of approval. "Good. However, this operation must remain subtle. By subtle, I mean no unnecessary commotion. Exercise extreme caution. We will utilize poison first, then strike. Do you follow my instructions?"

The assembly stood stunned, casting confused glances at one another. Such a tactic was unexpected from Zhao Hai. As disciples of the Blood Slaughter Sect, they had always favored direct, frontal assaults, viewing the use of poison as beneath them. Why the sudden shift in methodology?

Meeting their eyes, Zhao Hai elaborated in a grave tone. "Remember our current guise: we are the Ghost Shadow group. If we operate with the signature style of the Blood Slaughter Sect or the Ghostwind bandits, our identity will be compromised. We must utilize toxins to incapacitate our targets before finishing them off. Ideally, we resolve this quietly and recover the bodies. This way, even if the Tang family’s demise becomes public, we will remain unsuspected. Is that clear?"

The realization dawned on the group. Their mission as the Ghost Shadow group required absolute secrecy; large-scale engagements left behind too many telltale signs. By masking their methods, they protected their true identity, adding an air of mystery to the Ghost Shadow group that would facilitate their future maneuvers.

"Yes, Sect Master, we understand," the group responded in unison, now fully grasping his strategic intent. Keeping their methods obscure would only benefit their long-term agenda.

Zhao Hai nodded. "Proceed with your preparations. Stow away your usual weapons and equip yourselves with daggers. If you lack one, acquire it now. All members must wear black attire and keep their faces obscured. Do not allow for any mistakes. Any negligence will face severe consequences."

Returning to their duties, Chang Jun and the others dispersed. A new battle plan was required, as the previous one, designed for scattered targets, was no longer suitable for the gathered Tang family. Shortly after, Zhao Hai watched them depart, thinking to himself that they still required more tempering.

Three days elapsed, and the force of one hundred thousand, including one thousand Island Masters, stood ready. Half were assigned to the main Tang Family Island, while the rest targeted the subsidiary islands to ensure total eradication.

"Remember, you are assassins now," Zhao Hai warned solemnely. "We seek total extermination—not a single soul is to be left alive, regardless of age or gender. If anyone harbors hesitation, step forward now and withdraw from this mission."

His cold directive rippled through the ranks. While some felt a pang of unease regarding the women and children, none dared speak out. Zhao Hai continued, his voice hardening. "We are survivors of the Blood Slaughter Sect. Count how many of us remain compared to our past numbers. Our enemies show no mercy, so why should we? Sentimentality is a weakness that creates future threats; children grow, and those left behind harbor vengeance. I will not permit such a risk. Stifle your empathy, for a weak blade is a danger to us all. Do you understand?"

The affirmation was swift. Many were new to the Blood Slaughter Sect, but through Zhao Hai’s instruction, they were beginning to internalize the sect's survivalist philosophy.

Zhao Hai scrutinized the group, ensuring their resolve reflected the necessary ruthlessness required for their path. Satisfied that no flaws remained in their disposition, he issued the final order: "Move out." Teleportation arrays shimmered, and in an instant, they vanished into the depths of the blood sea.

Zhao Hai personally led the main assault force toward the Tang Family Island, while other teams branched off to seize the subsidiary islands. Under the cover of darkness, they arrived thirty miles from their objective without detection.

Sending his forces into position, Zhao Hai infiltrated the perimeter alone to deploy the poison, as the secondary teams handled the subsidiary targets. He also dispatched specialized units to neutralize Tang family spies elsewhere; this time, there would be no survivors.

Hovering near the island’s surface, Zhao Hai observed the well-defended perimeter, illuminated even in the night. With a smirk, he submerged himself back into the blood sea, approaching the island's protective foundation and placing his hand upon the barrier to exploit the breach.