(First update)
The upheaval caused by the Clear Sky Sect joining the Sky-Blasting Gang continued, and the various powers reacted differently.
In the southern part of Heaven Dou City, a certain manor welcomed a group of new guests.
From the outside, the manor covered an enormous area. Its sturdy, towering walls exceeded four meters in height. One had to know that even ordinary nobles were not permitted to build walls so tall.
The gatehouse at the entrance stood more than six meters high. Rather amusingly, two stone statues stood before the gates, both shaped like apes, like miniature versions of the Titan Giant Ape, Er Ming.
Two burly men stood before the gates, each over two meters tall. Their black fitted outfits could not conceal their powerful muscles. Like two door guardians, they stood there proudly, looking down at the pedestrians passing along the street outside.
A plaque hung high above the gatehouse. There was only one large character written upon it: Strength.
This was the residence of the Strength Clan.
The guests removed the bamboo hats from their heads and handed the host's invitation to the guards.
After carefully checking it and finding no mistake, the men stepped aside respectfully and welcomed the guests inside.
This group of guests appeared quite familiar with the Strength Clan. They casually stepped forward and pushed open the gates. The doors were at least two chi thick and exceptionally heavy, yet before these guests, a light push was enough to open them.
They walked straight ahead toward the meeting hall.
Tai Long and Taino, father and son, hurried forward to greet them.
Upon entering the meeting hall, they found that the Strength Clan revered power, and its style was simple and direct. Even the meeting hall was relatively plain. Guest seats lined both