"It would be best to gather even more terrestrial energy before setting up the Earth Formation."
Ye Yunfei observed the rolling, surging earth energies around him, thinking inwardly.
The greater the quantity of terrestrial energy, the more powerful the Earth Formation that could be deployed!
"However, with my current strength, my Qi-absorption Art can't gather any more earth energy."
Ye Yunfei couldn't help but frown.
Although Ye Yunfei had thoroughly studied that ancient tome, he still needed continuous practice to gradually strengthen his mastery of Geomancy.
"Got it!"
Suddenly, Ye Yunfei had an idea. With a wave of his hand, he released over six hundred Earth Dragons from the Phantom Tower.
Earth Dragons naturally possessed the ability to drive earth energy!
Ye Yunfei's figure blurred as he landed on the head of one of the Earth Dragons. With another sweep of his hand, he led the entire group of six hundred-plus Earth Dragons, moving swiftly into the distance.
Boom... Boom...
The six hundred Earth Dragons moved collectively underground, creating a spectacular scene.
Over the next period, Ye Yunfei led these Earth Dragons in herding all the earth energy from the surrounding area toward the direction of Qingyun Palace headquarters.
Rumble...
A vast region around Qingyun Palace headquarters, spanning roughly a thousand li, shook violently. Dust plumes billowed!
It was as if a major earthquake had struck!
One day later.
The amount of terrestrial energy gathered beneath Qingyun Palace headquarters had reached an astonishing level.
Boom... Boom...
Around Qingyun Palace headquarters, dozens of towering peaks had risen from the ground, tightly guarding the palace complex in their midst.
Every peak was saturated with dense spiritual energy. Large numbers of plants began rapidly sprouting and growing—the sight was astounding.
Simultaneously, the mountains that had originally existed both inside and outside the headquarters were also slowly rising, growing larger and taller!
"What is happening?"
Everyone within Qingyun Palace was startled, rushing out.
The higher-ups of Qingyun Palace all soared into the sky one after another, looking around.
"Why are there dozens more mountains around our headquarters!"
Every one of the higher-ups was filled with suspicion and alarm.
"The disturbance is coming from below the ground!"
Houtu Sect Leader fixed his gaze on the ground and exclaimed loudly.
"I'll go down and investigate!"
His figure flashed, preparing to dive underground to check.
At that moment, he received a Sound Transmission from Ye Yunfei.
The other higher-ups also received Ye Yunfei's transmission.
"So it's the Palace Master setting up a formation!"
Only after receiving Ye Yunfei's transmission did these higher-ups understand.
"The Palace Master's Geomancy skill is becoming more and more formidable!
He can effortlessly alter the terrain and landscape of an entire region!"
Houtu Sect Leader stared at the dozens of newly emerged mountains surrounding the headquarters and couldn't help but marvel.
"I'll set up a Six Gods Earth Formation."
Deep underground, Ye Yunfei considered for a moment and spoke.
He then began his work.
Setting up an Earth Formation mainly required terrestrial energy and Earth Dragons as core components!
Boom... Boom...
As Ye Yunfei performed the art, vast amounts of terrestrial energy deep underground surged and flowed towards specific positions.
Hundreds of Earth Dragons also swam through the earth along designated paths, joining with the earth energy to form intricate, mysterious patterns.
After more than half a day.
The Six Gods Earth Formation was successfully established!
Swish!
Ye Yunfei shot up from beneath the earth, standing in mid-air as he surveyed the area.
"This place has now become a Six Gods Perilous Land."
After scrutinizing the scene for a few moments and confirming the successful setup of the formation, Ye Yunfei couldn't help but break into a smile.
"With the protection of this Six Gods Perilous Land, forget about experts of the Star Gathering Realm, even those of a higher realm would find it extremely difficult to attack and break into Qingyun Palace headquarters!"
Ye Yunfei stated confidently.
This Six Gods Perilous Land concentrated the earth energy and the power of over six hundred Earth Dragons from within a thousand-li radius—its might was truly terrifying!
"Palace Master!"
Seeing Ye Yunfei appear, the Qingyun Palace higher-ups hurried over, gathering around him.
"Palace Master, were you setting up an Earth Formation?"
Houtu Sect Leader inquired.
"Yes.
I have established a large Earth Formation in this area called the Six Gods Earth Formation.
I will now impart its method of control to you. From now on, you will be responsible for operating this formation to defend the safety of our Qingyun Palace."
Ye Yunfei replied, simultaneously sending a strand of Soul Power information into Houtu Sect Leader's soul sea.
After reviewing the information about the Six Gods Earth Formation within his soul sea, Houtu Sect Leader couldn't help but reveal a look of shock.
"Palace Master, this Earth Array is far too profound!
I'm afraid it will take me a considerable amount of time to comprehend it!"
Houtu Sect Leader said with a bitter smile.
"No matter. Take your time understanding it. It will benefit your Geomancy skills."
Ye Yunfei reassured.
"Understood."
Houtu Sect Leader nodded.
Just at that moment.
Rumble...
Above Qingyun Palace, dark clouds gathered densely, and streaks of lightning flickered like serpents through the heavy, oppressive cloud masses.
"Someone is undergoing a breakthrough!"
Ye Yunfei's heart stirred as his gaze fell upon a particular mountain within the headquarters.
"It's Third Brother! Third Brother is breaking through!"
Yang Tianhu and Jiang Wu exclaimed excitedly.
The next moment.
Boom...
An old man emerged from a secluded chamber on that mountain and soared skywards. It was precisely Cai Zhi, the third-ranked among the Seven Great Bandits.
Immediately afterward, bolts of heavenly tribulation lightning descended from the high heavens as Cai Zhi began his tribulation.
His crossing went exceptionally smoothly; in merely half an hour, he had successfully broken through to the Sea Transformation Realm.
Following that, the other four bandits also underwent their tribulations one after another, and all succeeded in their breakthroughs.
"Haha! From now on, all seven of us heroic bandits are Sea Transformation Realm experts!"
The Seven Great Bandits all laughed heartily in delight.
Within the Tianluo Star Sea, the Sea Transformation Realm was considered amongst the pinnacle of power!
"All this, the Palace Master bestowed upon us!
Without the Palace Master, we would have none of what we have today!"
Jiang Wu declared earnestly.
"We thank the Palace Master for this great favor!"
The Seven Great Bandits all approached Ye Yunfei, bowing respectfully.
"We're all part of the same family here, no need for such formalities."
Ye Yunfei chuckled.
"I wonder when Xiao Hui will achieve her breakthrough."
Ye Yunfei's gaze shifted towards Xiao Hui's mountain peak, his thoughts drifting.
"Report to the Palace Master!
A large force of people is heading towards our Qingyun Palace, and they don't appear friendly!"
At this moment, a scout hurriedly returned to headquarters and reported to Ye Yunfei.
Ye Yunfei's expression darkened as he looked towards the distant horizon.
In that direction, the outlines of numerous aerial ships could vaguely be seen, advancing aggressively and swiftly toward Qingyun Palace.
"They've come again.
Truly persistent."
Ye Yunfei slowly stated.
It went without saying—these must again be the forces sent by those major powers!
"Palace Master!"
All the Qingyun Palace higher-ups clustered behind Ye Yunfei, feeling somewhat tense.
It was easy to deduce that the troops dispatched by those major powers this time would certainly be stronger!
"Pass down the order. Have everyone make preparations to respond to any possible threat at any moment."
Ye Yunfei considered briefly and then commanded.
"Understood!"
Chu Ji acknowledged and immediately turned to carry out the arrangements.
Boom... Rumble...
Moments later, a fleet of aerial ships flew in from the distance and halted before Qingyun Palace headquarters.
Then, teams of powerful individuals with sharp, imposing auras disembarked from those ships.
A black-robed elder stood in the air, hands clasped behind his back, and spoke coolly.
"Ye Yunfei, come out and face your death!"
Boom...
His voice boomed out, vast and overwhelming, blasting toward Qingyun Palace headquarters. Its force grew steadily, like the onset of a monstrous typhoon!