"The Plastic Dao experts from the other world have a Spatial Tracking Beast. They'll definitely find their way here sooner or later.
Be careful," Ye Yunfei said to the grey-robed elder.
"You can rest assured. I have stayed in this region of starry void for an exceedingly long time and am thoroughly familiar with it. This is essentially my territory. Even if they come, I am not afraid," the grey-robed elder replied.
"That's for the best," Ye Yunfei nodded.
"By the way, Ye Yunfei, that Small World contains extremely powerful Soul Force Energy and laws. I estimate that even martial artists of the Star Gathering Realm would find it hard to barge inside. Therefore, that Small World has not been entered for a very long time. We don't know what dangers might lie within. With your level of Soul Power, you should be able to enter that Small World, but you must be cautious," the grey-robed elder warned.
"Senior, you need not worry, I will be careful," Ye Yunfei nodded, then turned and stepped onto the Starry Sky Ancient Path before him, walking toward its end.
"I say, kid, why bother scouring everywhere for treasures? You could try breaking the second layer of seal on the Heavenly Dao Tower. You might just obtain many of the true treasures Guhuang Great Emperor left behind. Compared to the treasures of a Great Emperor, most things in the world are trash," Hun Lao suddenly sent a mental message to Ye Yunfei.
The Heavenly Dao Tower had nine layers, each with a corresponding seal. Ye Yunfei had only broken the seal on the first layer; eight layers remained.
"I am aware. Attempting to break the Heavenly Dao Tower's second layer seal is no small feat. If I can obtain sufficient resources within this Small World to elevate my Soul Force Energy, I might be able to break the second seal before long," Ye Yunfei replied.
"Very well then," Hun Lao said.
"Did Guhuang Great Emperor leave many treasures within the Heavenly Dao Tower?" Ye Yunfei asked curiously.
"Certainly. But how many specifically, I do not know. You'll find out once you break those seals. Anything left behind by a Heavenly Emperor is, without exception, a peerless treasure of immeasurable value. Even a single drop of blood from a Heavenly Emperor would be an invaluable treasure for warriors of the Canghuang Realm, capable of enhancing their vital qi and elevating the level of their vitality. In any case, the world of a Heavenly Emperor is something you mortals can hardly comprehend," Hun Lao said in a world-weary tone.
Ye Yunfei smiled faintly and said nothing more. Hun Lao had no idea that Ye Yunfei's understanding of Heavenly Emperors was far, far deeper than his own—because Ye Yunfei himself had once been one!
Soon after, Ye Yunfei arrived at the end of the Starry Sky Ancient Path, where ahead lay an entrance to a Small World. Ye Yunfei walked directly inside.
Boom...
The moment Ye Yunfei stepped into this Small World, a torrent of Soul Force Energy came rolling toward him. The powerful Soul Force Energy forced Ye Yunfei to retreat continuously.
"This Small World truly does contain powerful Soul Force Energy and laws," Ye Yunfei was immensely delighted.
Boom...
With a thought, Ye Yunfei released his own Soul Power to ward off the oncoming torrents of soul force. He also manifested his Heaven-Soul Sword, letting it swirl around his body.
This way, the surrounding soul force energy pressing in on him was finally held at bay.
"Training Soul Force Energy in this kind of environment offers immense benefits! First, gather a batch of soul-nurturing herbs and natural treasures. Then find the spot with the densest Soul Force Energy to cultivate," Ye Yunfei sensed the rich soul force surrounding him and mused inwardly.
"Star-Soul Grass!"
Not long after, Ye Yunfei discovered over a dozen green herbs growing amidst a mountain range, exuding a rich, fragrant aroma.
Star-Soul Grass was an Earth-Tier herb containing dense Soul Force Energy and laws. In a flash, Ye Yunfei rushed over to pluck these dozen-plus stalks.
"Dream-Mirage Tree!"
Suddenly, Ye Yunfei saw a treasure tree growing in a mountain valley that seemed to be adorned with countless stars. He could not help but feel overjoyed.
This was a Heaven-Tier treasure! The fruits borne by the Dream-Mirage Tree contained extremely dense Soul Force Energy and laws, making them most suitable for cultivating soul force!
Ye Yunfei immediately rushed over and began picking the fruits from this Dream-Mirage Tree.
There were a total of one hundred Dream-Mirage Fruits! These fruits were utterly priceless!
Next, Ye Yunfei found even more herbs and various natural treasures brimming with Soul Force Energy.
"This Trial Ancient Land truly is extraordinary. So many Small Worlds, and each one holds corresponding opportunities. Within the Canghuang Realm, this Trial Ancient Land definitely ranks among the most worthwhile mystic realms to explore!" Ye Yunfei thought to himself.
As Ye Yunfei delved deeper into this Small World, his harvest grew ever richer.
Gradually, Ye Yunfei began approaching the core region of this Small World.
"A whole field of Thousand Souls Hundred Spirits Flowers!"
Suddenly, Ye Yunfei exclaimed with delight.
Ahead was a grassland, upon which bloomed a vast expanse of radiant white flowers, attracting countless bees and butterflies dancing amidst the flora.
Those white flowers were called Thousand Souls Hundred Spirits Flowers, a type of Eighth-Grade Heaven-Tier herb of immense value.
Most importantly, the sheer quantity of this patch of Thousand Souls Hundred Spirits Flowers was staggering!
As far as the eye could see, the vast grassland was filled with them! Ye Yunfei made a rough estimate—there were over twenty thousand plants here!
"For this piece of land to grow such a staggering number of Thousand Souls Hundred Spirits Flowers, its soil must be extraordinary. Could it be..."
Ye Yunfei's keen senses detected something unusual about the aura emanating from beneath this grassland, prompting a thought.
He rushed forward, first harvesting all those Thousand Souls Hundred Spirits Flowers. Then, he slammed a fist into the ground.
Boom...
Amidst flying earth, the ground was blasted open into a huge, deep crater.
At the bottom of the pit, dark crystalline stones were exposed, emitting a strange energy that seemed capable of draining one's vital essence, qi, and spirit.
"As expected! There's a Nightmare Stone ore vein here!"
Ye Yunfei gazed at those pitch-black stones, his eyes fixed intently. These Nightmare Stones would be immensely useful to his current self!
In a flash, Ye Yunfei leaped into the crater and began excavating this Nightmare Stone vein.
Both Huang Shang and Hu Miao had now reached realms beyond the Cavity Opening Realm, attaining the Star Gathering Realm level. Therefore, they were unable to enter this Small World.
Only beings at the Cavity Opening Realm or lower could enter the Small Worlds within this Trial Ancient Land; otherwise, they would be repelled.
"An extraordinarily rich haul!"
After more than half a day, Ye Yunfei finally finished excavating this Nightmare Stone vein, gaining a substantial batch of Nightmare Stones.
Ye Yunfei continued deeper into the Small World.
"Another Nightmare Stone vein!"
Not long after, Ye Yunfei discovered another Nightmare Stone vein, and he grew somewhat excited.