In the gloomy basement, barrels of green water emitting an ominous aura gave off an unsettling feeling.
A few shadowy figures entered the basement, their faces lighting up with grim smiles at the sight of the barrels.
There was hardly any light here, so when the figures smiled, their faces were obscured except for their starkly white teeth.
"Hehehe, these are the fruits of our month-long labor. If successful, it will definitely revolutionize the Nine Provinces!" The leading figure laughed.
"Who put out the light? We, the Lingbao Sect, can surely afford to light a candle. Light it up."
"I just thought the darkness added the right ambiance." A Lingbao Sect elder scratched his head, conjuring up numerous sparks to illuminate the basement.
With the light, the true situation in the basement was unveiled.