Dragon Gate Tavern, underground cave.
The environment of the underground cave is unique, dim and humid. Various stalactites of different lengths and uneven heights surround it, forming a natural maze. Bizarre and rugged stalactites, like massive thorns, grow from the ground and hang from the ceiling. Years of growth and weathering have created this eerie and beautiful spectacle.
As a gentle breeze passes, the entire cave emits ghostly moans, haunting and chilling. The martial artists who just entered the underground cave display vigilant expressions, surveying their surroundings with sharp eyes. They proceed with caution, fearing ambushes and untimely deaths.
"Boom!"
With a muffled sound, it echoed through the underground cave.
Gu Shaotang, looking at the gradually assembled group, nodded slightly and walked to the center of the open space. He announced, "It seems everyone is here."