The Netherworld Empire hadn't immediately sent people to destroy the Celestial Extreme Mansion, largely because they were wary of its hidden power. As long as they couldn't grasp the full extent of it, they wouldn't act rashly. The best course of action was to recruit them; that way, they would gain another faction under their banner. This was the optimal choice.
Initially, they had instigated the Second Elder's faction to rebel with the goal of turning them into puppets. The Celestial Extreme Mansion had fallen into decline, but it still possessed some strength. If cultivated, it could become another capable asset. No one would complain about their own power base being too large; bigger was always better.
Who would have thought that the Shadow Guards they dispatched would suddenly all be killed? This was a great shock to them, and they had some thoughts about this unexpected power. It would be best to control this force. If they couldn't control it, they would crush it!
