Master Cang Ming's words outlined the situation clearly after this period of turmoil.
Youquan Sect arrived from the east, and their first target was Xuanji Valley.
The powerful member of Youquan Sect whom Liu Suifeng encountered might not be a coincidence; he was probably targeting Liu Suifeng.
Youquan Sect, using Xuanji Valley, issued invitations, calling martial arts sects from the southwest to discuss matters at Xuanji Valley.
However, they secretly kidnapped some of these individuals.
This tactic seems contradictory, but it actually isn't.
Inviting so many people, even if preparations are thorough, it's hard to guarantee they could completely succeed.
Kidnapping some attendees secretly further weakens the overall strength of those heading to Xuanji Valley to discuss matters, adding more weight to that 'invitation'.
Another point, for instance, if they kidnapped Lou Jingjing from the Luoxing Sect, wouldn't her father be compelled to comply with Youquan Sect's demands?