"Play something big?
Inflict real pain on those major powers?"
Upon hearing Ye Yunfei's words, the expressions of Qingyun Palace's high-level members turned somewhat odd.
Given Qingyun Palace's current strength, wanting to truly hurt those major powers was a notion that, if spread word, hardly anyone in the entire Canghuang Realm would believe.
"Could it be the Palace Master plans to set up an even more formidable Earth Formation?" some of the higher-ups couldn't help but speculate.
Earlier, witnessing the six ferocious beasts unleashing their might and driving the five major powers' Elders to flee for their lives had been utterly earth-shattering for these Qingyun Palace leaders. It was only after listening to the Houtu Sect Leader's explanation that they learned those six beasts had manifested from the Earth Formation Ye Yunfei had deployed.
"Palace Master, they will definitely come back.
And the enemies next time will likely be even stronger," Chu Ji whispered to Ye Yunfei.
"It's fine. Rest assured, I know what I'm doing.
Qingyun Palace will be unharmed," Ye Yunfei replied.
"From now on, dispatch all our scouts to conduct strict surveillance across the entire Tianluo Star Sea. The moment enemy forces are found entering Tianluo Star Sea's territory, report to me immediately," Ye Yunfei thought for a moment before adding.
"I understand!" Chu Ji nodded in acknowledgment.
"Also, organize Qingyun Palace members in batches to enter my spatial treasure for cultivation.
Qingyun Palace's foundation is too weak. From now on, we must devote all efforts to enhancing everyone's strength.
Especially you, the high-level members; not a single one of you has even reached the Star Gathering Realm yet. How will you ever be qualified to stand as equals with the major powers of the three Central Star Seas in the future?
All members, regardless of the cultivation resources they need, shall receive them according to their needs.
Remember this: I will not remain in Qingyun Palace forever. One day I will leave, and at that time, Qingyun Palace will rely on you.
Understood?" Ye Yunfei continued after some thought.
"We understand."
All the high-level members felt a jolt of alarm upon hearing Ye Yunfei's words, then replied in unison.
Ye Yunfei gave a slight nod, his figure blurring as he directly teleported back to his private chamber before transmitting himself into the Phantom Tower.
"When all's said and done, strength is still what matters most," Ye Yunfei sighed lightly as he sat cross-legged.
Lately, Ye Yunfei was feeling increasingly that his current strength was insufficient.
With his present power, he could contend with experts at the Acupoint Opening Realm.
But now, his most formidable enemies had reached the Dao Entry Realm!
"I'll just stay inside the Phantom Tower and focus on cultivation for a while," Ye Yunfei murmured to himself.
Following that, Ye Yunfei began a period of closed-door cultivation.
Not long after, Chu Ji organized large groups of Qingyun Palace members to enter the Phantom Tower in batches for cultivation.
The flow of time inside the Phantom Tower differed from the outside world. Entering it to train provided a substantial amount of time.
This was also a primary reason why Ye Yunfei had specifically gone to borrow the Phantom Tower from King Sky Shadow earlier.
Ye Yunfei also called his parents, Su Qingluo, Hu Miao, Huang Shang, and others into the Phantom Tower for cultivation.
At the same time.
The events that had occurred at the Qingyun Palace headquarters rapidly spread throughout the Canghuang Realm.
Causing a huge stir!
"What?!
Forces from five major powers jointly attacked Qingyun Palace and were almost completely annihilated? Only five Elders managed to escape?
How is that possible!"
Upon hearing this news, the first reaction of almost everyone was disbelief.
One had to understand, the Tianluo Star Sea was merely an insignificant, remote star sea within the Canghuang Realm. Meanwhile, those five major powers were each ranked within the top twenty in terms of strength across the entire Canghuang Realm!
For them to dispatch Elders-level experts and jointly attack a sect in a remote star sea, only to end up nearly wiped out?
Such an event was indeed far too astonishing.
"It's said that within Qingyun Palace's headquarters, there hide large numbers of powerful demonic beasts—some at the Sea Transformation Realm, some at the Acupoint Opening Realm, some at the Star Gathering Realm, and even six at the Dao Entry Realm!
Furthermore, Qingyun Palace's headquarters is apparently fortified with hundreds of immensely powerful defensive formations, making it extremely difficult to attack!"
Several individuals privy to insider information explained.
"The foundation Qingyun Palace possesses is truly terrifying!
They might even have a chance of catching up to those major powers of the three Central Star Seas in the future!"
many exclaimed in amazement.
"Heh…
From my perspective, this Qingyun Palace is about finished.
Do you think offending those top twenty major powers is something easily shrugged off?
Just wait and see. Those five major powers will definitely send even stronger experts to deal with Qingyun Palace.
Moreover, it's not just those five; other major powers will also dispatch experts to go after Ye Yunfei.
Haven't you all heard? It's said Ye Yunfei obtained dozens of Prime Dao treasures within that Incomplete Chaos Universe!"
Immediately, someone sneered and retorted.
Hisss!
Hearing this, many in the surroundings drew sharp intakes of cold air.
One must know, within the Canghuang Realm, Prime Dao treasures represented the highest grade of magic treasures, possessed only by the major star sea powers!
Superior-grade Prime Dao Treasures, in particular, were virtually priceless. It was said that within the Canghuang Realm, only the top seven major powers possessed superior-grade Prime Dao Treasures!
To hear that a junior youngster like Ye Yunfei now held dozens of such treasures… how could one not be shocked?
"If Ye Yunfei truly possesses dozens of Prime Dao Treasures, then the major powers of the Canghuang Realm will undoubtedly not let him be.
That means both Ye Yunfei and Qingyun Palace are doomed.
After all, no matter how powerful Ye Yunfei and Qingyun Palace become, they cannot possibly stand against all the major powers of the Canghuang Realm," many others shook their heads.
For a time, the names 'Ye Yunfei' and 'Qingyun Palace' began to spread widely among the countless star seas of the Canghuang Realm.
Boom! Rumble...
Just as numerous martial artists were heatedly discussing the matter, a succession of orderly fleets of warships suddenly appeared within the starry sky of the Canghuang Realm, heading towards the Tianluo Star Sea.
These warships emanated a chilling, bone-piercing aura, stirring tsunamis of killing intent that swept across the starry expanse.
"Taihuang Sect, the Jiang Family from Tianfu Star Sea, Guangming Ancient Sect, Tianlin Clan…
There are forces from eight major powers in total sending troops to deal with Qingyun Palace!"
Someone meticulously tallied and discovered it was indeed forces from eight major powers.
Boom! Hummm…
The airships of the eight major powers traversed the starry sky with overwhelming momentum, making no effort to conceal themselves, collectively flying in the direction of the Tianluo Star Sea.
"It's said that while some other major powers haven't dispatched large forces, they've secretly sent a number of Elders-level experts heading towards the Tianluo Star Sea as well.
So, it's definitely more than just eight major powers targeting Qingyun Palace!
Qingyun Palace is surely finished this time!"
Watching the countless warships soaring through the void, many quietly debated.
Simultaneously, numerous thrill-seekers and busybodies quietly trailed behind, intending to witness the spectacle.
After all, during this period, the reputations of Ye Yunfei and Qingyun Palace had grown far too prominent!
Moreover, for eight major powers to jointly send forces to subjugate a newly-established faction in a remote star sea—such a matter was simply too bizarre. Many martial artists wouldn't encounter such an event in their entire lifetimes.
Inside the Phantom Tower, within the Qingyun Palace headquarters.
After one year of secluded cultivation, Ye Yunfei had elevated his spiritual power cultivation to the late-stage Sea Transformation Realm.
Concurrently, the diameter of the golden sphere representing the second yang of the Nine-Yang Scripture had expanded to nine thousand meters!
This signified that the Second Yang had reached the great perfection state!
Both the First Yang and the Second Yang had achieved great perfection!
Boom! Hummm…
The two spheres of great perfection rotated slowly within Ye Yunfei's dantian, releasing an utterly terrifying spiritual power pressure.
Roar! Rumble...
Sensing this transformation, the eight Divine Meridians within his body simultaneously manifested, resembling eight golden, majestic rivers, roaring and surging with torrential force.
"In the upcoming battles, the Nine-Yang Scripture and the Chaos Divine Meridians will gradually begin to display their true might."
Sensing the state within his body, Ye Yunfei couldn't help but speak out.
All this time, Ye Yunfei had suppressed his cultivation level, deliberately slowing his breakthrough speed to temper the foundation of his spiritual power.
Thus, in past battles, his cultivation realm hadn't played a hugely significant role.
But the Nine-Yang Scripture was a top-tier technique in the world, and the Chaos Divine Meridians were premier-grade meridians—these were no child's play!
As his cultivation level continued to increase, the true power of Ye Yunfei's spiritual force would begin to manifest!
"I wonder how Xiao Fei is now.
Xiao Fei, wait for me. Your brother will surely step out of the Canghuang Realm and come find you.
No matter which power is responsible, no matter what the reason—anyone daring to capture my little sister shall await the full fury of my wrath!"
Ye Yunfei suddenly thought of his sister, Xiao Fei.
The family reunion that should have been complete was shattered by her abduction. This was the deepest pain in Ye Yunfei's heart.
"Palace Master, we've just received word. Forces from eight major powers are heading towards the Tianluo Star Sea and are about to enter its territory."
Right at that moment, Ye Yunfei received a transmission from Chu Ji.
"They're finally here."
Ye Yunfei stood up and transmitted himself out of the Phantom Tower.
"Have everyone stay inside the headquarters. No one is to step outside. I will be leaving the headquarters for a short period," Ye Yunfei gathered all the high-level members before him and instructed.
"What?!
Palace Master, you're leaving for a while?"
Hearing Ye Yunfei's words, all the higher-ups were startled.
Enemies were imminent. At this critical juncture, the Palace Master intended to depart?
"Rest assured.
I will return very soon.
Qingyun Palace will be fine," Ye Yunfei said.
"Palace Master, where are you going?" Chu Ji ventured to ask.
"To enlist external assistance," Ye Yunfei answered.
"External assistance!"
Upon hearing Ye Yunfei's words, all the high-level members' spirits lifted, expressions of excitement appearing on their faces.
After all, those several hundred demonic beasts earlier had been the 'external assistance' Ye Yunfei had recruited previously!
"Sect Leader, I will activate the Earth Formation. For the time being, you will be in control."
Ye Yunfei's gaze fell upon the Houtu Sect Leader as he spoke.
"Palace Master, rest assured, I will do everything in my power!"
The Houtu Sect Leader gave a solemn nod.
Ye Yunfei had long ago imparted the control method of the Six Gods Perilous Ground to the Houtu Sect Leader, along with some knowledge from the ancient manual on Geomancy studies. The Sect Leader had been diligently training and had gained some insights.
After all, he had delved into Geomancy for most of his life. While his achievements weren't exceptionally high, his foundation was solid.
"Don't worry. I will leave behind a soul clone to assist you in controlling the Earth Formation."
Ye Yunfei stated.
After speaking, Ye Yunfei immediately condensed a Soul Power Doppelganger.
Then, he quietly departed from Qingyun Palace.