After leaving the Ziyang Star Sea, Ye Yunfei headed for a star sea called Yuexiu Star Sea.
The giant's right foot was there!
Along the way, Ye Yunfei inquired about the current situation in the Canghuang Realm.
The situation was dire!
The forces from the other half of the Canghuang Realm were advancing aggressively, having occupied at least one-third of the star seas!
Moreover, the invasion was still ongoing!
In these occupied star seas, countless beings were being slaughtered. Some were displaced, fleeing far from their homes, while many others were taken captive, forced into servitude.
The armies from the other half of the Canghuang Realm were strong and powerful, crossing over with the arrogant mentality of victors, completely looking down on the inhabitants of this realm.
Therefore, there was no way they would treat the beings of this realm kindly!
The three central star seas had personally stepped in, forming a grand Canghuang army. They had gathered forces from many powerful star seas, preparing to face off against the invader army!
In short, the universe had completely descended into chaotic, disordered warfare; conflict was everywhere!
"My injuries are finally fully healed."
Ye Yunfei suddenly received a Sound Transmission from the gray-robed elder.
Ye Yunfei transferred the gray-robed elder out from the Shadow Tower.
After understanding the current state of the Canghuang Realm, the gray-robed elder fell into a heavy silence.
"During the internal war in the Canghuang Realm back in those days, my master, in order to protect the Canghuang's Origin, led a large group of like-minded comrades and fought a fierce war against the opposing faction.
Later, my master's faction, being outnumbered, suffered heavy casualties. Left with no choice, they all chose to self-detonate.
I remember clearly, my master charged at the front to protect the main force's retreat, closing in on an enemy commander before choosing to self-detonate.
Just before his death, my master sent me a Sound Transmission, telling me that I must take it upon myself to protect the peace of the Canghuang Realm in the future!
This was my master's final wish for me, his greatest expectation.
Unfortunately, my own strength is limited. Now, I'm watching helplessly as the Canghuang Realm falls into turmoil once again, countless beings perishing, and I can do nothing about it.
I have failed my master..."
After a long pause, the gray-robed elder spoke again, his voice filled with immense self-reproach.
"I was originally an orphan, a wandering vagrant. Later, by fortunate chance, I met my master. He didn't look down on my humble origins, took me in, and meticulously nurtured me until I became who I am today.
My master's grace weighed as heavy as a mountain, yet I have no way to repay it."
The gray-robed elder continued.
For a moment, he was completely lost in memories of his master and blame directed at himself.
"Senior, you shouldn't blame yourself," Ye Yunfei consoled.
"Don't worry. After I recover my strength, we'll muster an army and wipe out all those invaders.
Then, our Canghuang Realm will be peaceful once more."
At that moment, the giant suddenly appeared.
"And you are...?" the gray-robed elder asked in surprise.
Ye Yunfei introduced the giant's identity.
"What?
You are the previous master of the Sacred Temple?!"
The gray-robed elder was very surprised upon hearing Ye Yunfei's explanation.
The Sacred Temple had a long and distant legacy, having been a major power in the Canghuang Realm since ancient times; naturally, the gray-robed elder knew of it.
"Not the *previous* master, the *current* master of the Sacred Temple!
The one sitting in the high seat of the Sacred Temple now is a despicable usurper, a traitor to the Sacred Temple who has no right to be its master.
Moreover, our Sacred Temple has a rule: the position of Temple Master requires a formal handover. Only when the previous Temple Master personally passes the identity token to the next is one truly recognized as the Temple Master.
Just you wait. After I recover my strength, my first task will be to return to the Sacred Temple and settle accounts with that despicable scoundrel!"
The giant said immediately through gritted teeth.
"So that's how it is," the gray-robed elder nodded.
"After you reclaim the position of Sacred Temple Master, would you be willing to join me in driving out those invaders?"
The gray-robed elder asked.
"Of course I'm willing. I am also a part of this Canghuang Realm. With outsiders invading, it's my duty as well to resist foreign enemies and defend my home."
The giant nodded.
"Good!
When your strength is recovered, I'll go with you to the Sacred Temple and help you reclaim your position!"
The gray-robed elder immediately declared.
"What about you?
Ye Yunfei, you're not planning to just stand by and watch, are you?"
The giant looked at Ye Yunfei and asked.
Although his strength wasn't fully recovered yet, he was already making plans for how to reclaim his position.
He knew that this gray-robed elder before him was a formidable expert.
As for Ye Yunfei, the various methods he had displayed over time made it clear he was no ordinary figure.
Therefore, he hoped to win over both the gray-robed elder and Ye Yunfei to help him retake his throne.
"When the time comes, I'll go to the Sacred Temple to take a look as well," Ye Yunfei said with a smile.
"Good! It's settled then!"
The giant was overjoyed.
Not long after, they arrived at Yuexiu Star Sea.
Yuexiu Star Sea had already been occupied by the forces from the other half of the Canghuang Realm!
Throughout the star sea, invader troops were everywhere, patrolling back and forth, hunting down the few remaining warriors of this star sea.
Upon stepping into Yuexiu Star Sea, they were met by a strong smell of blood. Corpses drifted through the starry void.
One could imagine that a terrible, fierce battle must have taken place here not long ago.
"Damnable invaders!"
Seeing this scene, the gray-robed elder gnashed his teeth.
"There are six Dao Entry Realm experts in total.
Four at the early stage, one at the mid-stage, and one at the late stage."
Ye Yunfei released his Soul Power, sensing far outwards, and spoke a moment later.
Ye Yunfei sensed six powerful auras.
This meant that among the invading forces occupying Yuexiu Star Sea, there were six Dao Entry Realm experts.
"Shall we strike directly and eliminate all invaders in this star sea?"
The gray-robed elder looked at Ye Yunfei, eager to act, and asked.
"Agreed," Ye Yunfei nodded.
The gray-robed elder waved his hand, releasing over a dozen warships. Numerous War Remnant Souls rushed out from the ships and merged into Ye Yunfei's body.
Whoosh!
The Blood Clan Clone charged out from within Ye Yunfei, standing by his side.
"Attack!"
The gray-robed elder took the lead, charging forward.
Whoosh! Whoosh!
Ye Yunfei and the Blood Clan Clone also dashed forward.
Soon, the sounds of fierce combat erupted throughout Yuexiu Star Sea.
Ye Yunfei, the gray-robed elder, and the Blood Clan Clone carved a path of destruction, slaughtering all invader forces they encountered!
The Blood Clan Clone constantly drank the blood of the invaders, its power visibly rising!
"You're seeking death!"
Before long, the six Dao Entry Realm experts appeared, furiously closing in on them.
Indeed, four early-stage, one mid-stage, and one late-stage Dao Entry Realm!
Clang!
Ye Yunfei condensed his Time Blade, shaping it into a white longsword in his hand, and charged out in a single step.
"It's you!"
The six Dao Entry Realm experts finally recognized Ye Yunfei and the gray-robed elder.
"That's right, it's your grandpa here!
Now die!"
Ye Yunfei roared, raising and lowering his blade. *Pu! Pu!* Two strikes claimed two lives consecutively!
"Retreat!"
The late-stage Dao Entry Realm expert was a short, stout elder. Seeing the situation turn bad, he turned and fled.
The other two Dao Entry Realm experts also hurried to escape.
"You think you can run now? Too late!"
Ye Yunfei employed Spatial Blink Technique, covering the distance to arrive behind one of them in a step. He swung his blade, locking time and rendering the target completely immobilized.
*Pu!*
Another Dao Entry Realm expert fell.
"War-mongering thieves, die!"
The gray-robed elder had already caught up to the late-stage expert, and the two were locked in fierce combat.
The Blood Clan Clone also caught up to an early-stage Dao Entry Realm expert, engaging in battle.
After killing his third target, Ye Yunfei's figure blurred as he blinked, instantly appearing behind the early-stage expert fighting his clone. He swung his blade down, cleaving the man's skull in two.
Next, Ye Yunfei turned and rushed towards the late-stage expert locked in combat with the gray-robed elder.
With Ye Yunfei and the gray-robed elder joining forces, they slew the late-stage Dao Entry Realm expert in less than five moves.
The gray-robed elder's combat prowess was already superior to this late-stage expert's; coupled with Ye Yunfei, victory came easily.
Subsequently, Ye Yunfei, the gray-robed elder, and the Blood Clan Clone swept through the entirety of Yuexiu Star Sea, eliminating every last invader!
All those who had been taken captive were also released.
Then, guided by the giant, Ye Yunfei found the giant's right foot on a planet within Yuexiu Star Sea.
In this way, both of the giant's hands and feet had been recovered!
"Excellent!
Once I find my torso and head, my physical body can be reassembled!"
The giant was extremely excited.
Just as Ye Yunfei was about to summon the Green Flying Boat to depart Yuexiu Star Sea, a large group of warriors from the star sea came before him, kneeling on the starry ground, requesting to follow him!
The situation was exactly the same as in Ziyang Star Sea!
After some hesitation, Ye Yunfei finally accepted the allegiance of this star sea's forces.
This was because both the gray-robed elder and the giant kept urging Ye Yunfei to gather more men, to later muster an army and build up his own strength.
Following that, Ye Yunfei stayed in Yuexiu Star Sea for two days to make arrangements.
The process was almost identical to that in Ziyang Star Sea.
First, Ye Yunfei concocted a batch of pills to help heal the injuries of some experts in the star sea, as many had been wounded in the prior war.
Then, Ye Yunfei concocted another batch of pills to assist these experts in breaking through, adding one more Dao Entry Realm expert and dozens of Star Gathering Realm practitioners to the star sea's strength.
Next, Ye Yunfei imparted the Heaven Demon Battle Formation to the warriors of this star sea.
Finally, Ye Yunfei selected a planet with the richest spiritual energy within the star sea and personally established a defensively solid headquarters.
"Immediately send people to Ziyang Star Sea and establish contact with them.
Ziyang Star Sea is also a branch stronghold of our Qingyun Palace."
Before leaving, Ye Yunfei instructed a white-haired elder.
"Palace Master Ye, please rest assured. I will dispatch people right away," the white-haired elder replied.
He was the leader of this star sea.
After leaving Yuexiu Star Sea, guided by the giant, Ye Yunfei subsequently found the giant's two torso segments in two different star seas!
"Now, only my head and my weapon remain! Then I can restore my strength!"
The giant said excitedly.
"One of the Inborn Eight Trigrams positions holds your weapon?"
Ye Yunfei asked.
"Yes.
Actually, back then, I split my body into seven parts. Then, I projected a soul fragment into my weapon, making a total of eight components, each hidden in one of the eight positions of the Inborn Eight Trigrams."
The giant explained.
"I see.
Alright, let's find your head now.
Once we have your head, your body can be restored to its original state.
I will help you recover to your peak strength."
Ye Yunfei said with a smile.
"Good!
Ye Yunfei, thank you!
You are the greatest benefactor of my life. If not for meeting you, who knows what year or month it would have been before I had a chance to reassemble my physical body and recover my strength."
The giant said gratefully.