Chapter 165: Clues of Conspiracy

After the victory celebration of the Holy Empire, Qin Feng and his companions felt temporarily at peace. However, they knew in their hearts that the conspiracy of the Dark Cult was far from completely over. Although their actions in the North and Blackwood Forest were victorious, the remnants of the sect still roamed around the world, waiting for an opportunity to strike. In order to prevent future threats, they decided to conduct an in-depth investigation into the background and plans of the Dark Cult in order to solve the problem fundamentally.

On this day, Qin Feng and his partners held an important meeting at the intelligence center of the Holy Empire. The walls of the conference room were covered with maps of various places and records of the activities of the Dark Sect. Everyone sat at the conference table solemnly, ready to discuss a new action plan.

"We are facing a complicated situation now." Qin Feng said, "Although we have destroyed some important strongholds of the Dark Sect, their core members and behind-the-scenes manipulators may still exist."

"Yes, we need to thoroughly investigate the background and goals of the Dark Cult." Ling Yun said, "We need to find their leaders and main planners so that we can completely eradicate their roots."

"I received some intelligence from the Eastern Empire." Ye Li flipped open a document. "It is said that some mysterious activities related to the Dark Cult were discovered in the border areas of the Eastern Empire. They may be carrying out some secret plan."

"The border of the Eastern Empire?" Chu Tian looked at the document in confusion. "The terrain there is complex and the environment is harsh, but perhaps because of this, the Dark Cult chose to operate there."

"We must go to the Eastern Empire as soon as possible to investigate these mysterious activities." Qin Feng said, "We need to find any possible clues to uncover the real plan of the Dark Cult."

The team members immediately began to prepare, packing their equipment and supplies to ensure that everything was ready. Before leaving, they said a brief farewell to the senior officials of the Holy Empire and promised to return as soon as possible after completing their mission.

After several days of travel, they finally arrived at the border of the Eastern Empire. The border area was surrounded by mountains and forests, and the terrain was complex and rugged. The team members stayed in a small town on the border for one night and began an in-depth investigation the next day.

"The residents of the town know something about these mysterious activities." Qin Feng said, "We need to communicate with them to get more information."

The team members visited various shops and residents in the town and asked about the dark sect. However, most residents knew nothing about it, and some even showed obvious fear and uneasiness.

"It seems that the activities of the Dark Cult may be carried out in secret." Ling Yun analyzed, "We need to look for more clues to find their traces."

The team decided to go to the mountains at the border to investigate. In the mountains, they found some traces of corrosion by dark energy, and it was obvious that someone had performed some evil rituals here.

"These signs indicate that the activities of the Dark Cult may be hidden somewhere in the mountains." Ye Li said, "We need to continue searching deeper."

After a difficult search, the team members found a secret entrance in a hidden cave. The entrance was hidden behind the rocks and was almost impossible to find.

"This entrance is likely to lead to the secret base of the Dark Cult." Chu Tian said, "We need to enter carefully to make sure we are not discovered."

The team members entered the cave carefully. It was dark and damp, and the air was filled with a pungent stench of decay. They turned on the lighting equipment in their hands to illuminate the surrounding environment.

"We must remain vigilant." Qin Feng said, "The Dark Cult may have set up many traps here."

The team members continued to move forward, and after a winding passage, they came to a spacious underground hall. In the center of the hall was a huge dark altar covered with complex runes and patterns.

"This is the place where the Dark Cult performs rituals." Ling Yun said, "We need to examine it carefully to find out their true purpose."

The team searched the halls carefully and eventually found some hidden files and records that detailed the plans of the Dark Cult, including their organizational structure, goals, and future plans of action.

"These files mention a plan called 'Source of Nothingness'," Ye Li said, "This plan involves a ritual that can greatly enhance the power of darkness and may pose a huge threat to the entire world."

"'Source of Nothingness'?" Qin Feng frowned and asked, "Where is the implementation location of this plan?"

"According to these files, the final location of the ceremony is a place called 'Void Mountain'." Chu Tian pointed to a location on a map and said, "This place is located in the deepest part of the Eastern Empire. It is an extremely hidden area."

"We must go to 'Void Mountain' as soon as possible to stop the Dark Sect's plan." Qin Feng said firmly, "If this ritual is completed, the consequences will be disastrous."

The team members sorted out the files and records and quickly left the cave. They rushed all the way to the Void Mountain. On the way, the weather became extremely bad, and blizzards and hail continued to attack them.

"The environment in this place is indeed very harsh." Ye Li said as she walked, "But we must overcome these difficulties and complete our mission."

"We are approaching 'Void Mountain'." Qin Feng said, "Please remain vigilant. Once we reach our destination, we need to take immediate action."

Finally, the team members arrived at the foot of the Void Mountain with great difficulty in the snowstorm. The atmosphere on the mountain was extremely gloomy and freezing cold, as if the entire mountain range was shrouded in a layer of dark power.

"We must find the base of the Dark Cult as soon as possible." Ling Yun said, "At the same time, be careful not to be discovered."

The team members began to search in the mountains, gradually approaching the top of the Void Mountain. Along the way, they encountered some sentinels and guards of the Dark Cult, but with their superb combat skills and tacit cooperation, they successfully resolved these threats.

"We are almost there." Chu Tian said, "According to the archives, the top of 'Void Mountain' is where the altar of the Dark Cult is located."

On the top of the mountain, they found a huge altar shrouded in dark energy, surrounded by dark runes and sacrificial devices. The members of the dark sect were making final preparations, and the whole ceremony was about to begin.

"We must act quickly to stop their ritual." Qin Feng said, "Ye Li, you and Ling Yun will be responsible for destroying the altar, and Chu Tian and I will be responsible for clearing out the enemies."

The team members quickly divided up their work and took action. The members of the Dark Cult discovered the intruders and immediately launched a counterattack. A fierce battle broke out around the altar, with dark energy and attacks intertwined.

Qin Feng and Chu Tian quickly dealt with the enemy in the battle, making sure they would not be disturbed, while Ye Li and Ling Yun concentrated their forces on attacking the altar, trying to disrupt the dark sect's ritual.

"The energy of this altar is very strong. We must speed up!" Ye Li shouted, "Hurry up!"

After a fierce battle, the altar was finally destroyed, and the ritual of the Dark Cult was completely stopped. The dark energy quickly dissipated on the top of the mountain, and the members of the Dark Cult became weak and powerless due to the loss of support.

"We succeeded." Qin Feng said, "The Dark Cult's plan was shattered again."

The team members packed their equipment and prepared to leave the Void Mountain. Although the operation was a success, they knew that the threat of the Dark Cult still existed and they had to remain vigilant to meet future challenges.

"Our mission is not over yet." Qin Feng concluded, "The road ahead is still full of unknowns, but we will continue to move forward and fight for the peace of this world."

The team members returned to the Holy Empire with firm determination and victorious results, and reported the situation of the operation to the headquarters. The senior officials of the empire praised their actions and promised to continue to support their work.

Although the battle has brought a temporary peace, Qin Feng and his partners know that their mission is far from complete. They will continue to shoulder the responsibility of protecting the world and work hard for future security.