"We came to the Cangmang Sea this time expecting to gain something, yet not only have we gained nothing, we almost lost our lives here. We've truly suffered a greater loss than any possible gain."
Some experts turned to look back at the boundless sea behind them and couldn't help but sigh.
"We're still in a better situation. The Zhao Family's people all died, and even their Ancestor perished here as well. Now that is a truly devastating loss."
Someone nearby chimed in.
"It's all because of that bastard Su Fei!"
Someone else spoke through gritted teeth.
Soon after, the flying vessel carrying the Eastern Barrens experts disappeared over the distant horizon.
"Young Master Su, it's time for us to return as well," Heavenly Thunder Chan Master said to Ye Yunfei.
"Alright. We are indebted to both Chan Masters for your unwavering support throughout our time here in the Cangmang Sea. Thank you," Ye Yunfei replied.
"Hahaha... Young Master Su, if anyone deserves thanks, it's us who should thank you. If not for you, our harvest would not have been this bountiful. Young Master Su, please visit our Great Thunderclap Monastery whenever you have time in the future," Tiansha Chan Master answered with a smile.
"If I have the time, I certainly will," Ye Yunfei nodded in response.
"Everyone, as we had the fortune to meet, allow me to offer you a small gift."
The Old Clan Leader waved a hand, causing over a dozen jade bottles to fly out. He pointed a finger, sending five bottles each to the three individuals: Lü Yugang, Heavenly Thunder Chan Master, and Tiansha Chan Master.
"Old Clan Leader, what is this?"
Looking at the bottles before them, Lü Yugang and the two monks were somewhat puzzled.
"This is Sea God Water. Please accept it," the Old Clan Leader replied with a slight smile.
"The legendary Sea God Water!"
Upon hearing the Old Clan Leader's words, Lü Yugang and the two monks drew sharp breaths.
Sea God Water was an exceedingly rare treasure of the world, a top-tier divine elixir for healing injuries. They had only heard of it before and had never seen it. And now, the Old Clan Leader had gifted them five bottles each at once.
"This is too precious. We haven't done anything to deserve such a gift," Lü Yugang and the other two spoke with some hesitation.
"Please accept it. It's a token of my heartfelt gratitude," the Old Clan Leader insisted.
"In that case, it would be discourteous to refuse any longer. We'll gratefully accept," Lü Yugang and the other two nodded, their hearts filled with excitement.
They felt the gains from this trip to the Cangmang Sea were truly immense. Sentient Treasures, Divine Crystals, Ji Grade medicinal herbs, and now Sea God Water — every one of these was a legendary treasure they had only heard of before, yet they had now obtained them all.
Following that, Heavenly Thunder Chan Master and Tiansha Chan Master departed with their contingent from the Great Thunderclap Monastery.
"Young Master Su, we should also return. You have provoked so many major powers. Why not travel back with us? Having company along the way would make the journey much safer," Lü Yugang said to Ye Yunfei.
"That works for me."
Ye Yunfei thought for a moment and nodded in agreement.
"Young Master Su, won't you stay and enjoy your time here for a few more days?" The Old Clan Leader eagerly tried to persuade him to stay.
"I'll visit again when I have time in the future. The situation in the Eastern Barrens is not looking optimistic for me at the moment. I must return," Ye Yunfei replied.
"Things in the Eastern Barrens might truly descend into chaos soon," Lü Yugang sighed from the side.
The Zhao Family Ancestor and so many Zhao Family experts had perished within the Cangmang Sea. This would be a sensational piece of news for the Eastern Barrens. Moreover, apart from the Zhao Family members, several other major powers had also lost many experts here.
Once these powers started settling accounts, the Eastern Barrens would inevitably be swept by a storm of bloodshed! Both Ye Yunfei and Lü Yugang understood this clearly. Therefore, they had to return and make preparations as early as possible.
"It's a pity we cannot leave this ocean. Otherwise, I would bring our clansmen to assist Young Master Su in facing the enemy together," the Old Clan Leader said.
"I deeply appreciate your kind intention, Old Clan Leader. But rest assured, I am not someone easy to bully either," Ye Yunfei replied with a laugh.
Soon after, Ye Yunfei and Lü Yugang bid farewell to the Old Clan Leader, boarded the flying ship of the Four Directions Trading House, and soared into the sky.
"Miss Lü, these are for you."
Inside the flying ship, Ye Yunfei took out a spatial ring and handed it to Lü Dandan.
By this time, all members of the Four Directions Trading House and the Great Thunderclap Monastery had been teleported out from Ye Yunfei's Shadow Pavilion. Ever since being pursued on Cangmang Island, Ye Yunfei had teleported everyone from the Four Directions Trading House and the Great Thunderclap Monastery into his Shadow Pavilion and only released them after they returned to the coast.
"A gift for me?" Lü Dandan was momentarily stunned.
Then, her Soul Power reached into the ring.
"This is… Could this be the legendary Divine Crystal?" When Lü Dandan's Soul Power sensed a Divine Crystal inside the ring, she was utterly astonished.
She was the young mistress of the Four Directions Trading House and had long been designated by Lü Yugang as the next Chief Executive, so she had long begun participating in various affairs of the Trading House. With extensive knowledge and worldly experience, she had seen or heard of countless treasures of the world, so she quickly recognized this as a Divine Crystal.
Moreover, aside from a Divine Crystal, the spatial ring also contained many Ji Grade medicinal herbs.
"These are part of the harvest we obtained on Cangmang Island. Everyone gets their share, Miss Lü, please accept it," Ye Yunfei said with a smile.
In his previous life, Ye Yunfei and Lü Dandan had traveled and faced trials together for a period of time—a memory he cherished greatly. That's why he was exceptionally generous towards her now.
"Alright, I'll accept it. Thank you."
Lü Dandan accepted the gift with great excitement.
"Did Young Master Su give you a Divine Crystal?" Lü Yugang sent a voice transmission to ask from the side.
"Yes. Father, you should refine this one. Refining this Divine Crystal will surely allow your realm to break through and greatly increase your strength." Lü Dandan nodded.
"Young Master Su already gifted two to me. This one is for you to keep yourself. Have you noticed? Young Master Su treats you exceptionally well." Lü Yugang transmitted back.
"Father! What nonsense are you spouting?! If you keep saying such outrageous things, I'm ignoring you!" Lü Dandan understood Lü Yugang's implication and her face instantly flushed red.
******
Two days later.
"Chief Executive, I need to return to Ziwei Sect. Our paths diverge from here on out, so let us part ways here," Ye Yunfei said to Lü Yugang.
"Very well. Travel safely, Young Master Su. Young Master Su, if you need any help, feel free to contact our Four Directions Trading House at any time. After returning, I may need to spend some time in seclusion to cultivate. So, if any matters arise, you can contact Dandan directly," Lü Yugang instructed.
He had obtained two Divine Crystals and planned to spend some time refining them to enhance his strength after returning.
"Sure," Ye Yunfei nodded.
Then, Ye Yunfei bid farewell, retrieved the green flying boat, and headed back towards Ziwei Sect.
Soon, news spread across the Eastern Barrens like a clap of thunder!
Several dozen experts from the great Eastern Barrens clan, the Zhao Family, had perished within the Cangmang Sea! This included four Dao Origin Realm experts and over thirty Destiny Palace Realm experts. A devastating blow! Furthermore, this included a Zhao Family Ancestor!
Once the news broke out, the entire Eastern Barrens was in an uproar.
It was common knowledge that the Zhao Family had exactly two Ancestors, both of whom were renowned, formidable figures in the Eastern Barrens. These two Ancestors also symbolized the Zhao Family's might. With these two Ancestors present, any other power that considered provoking the Zhao Family had to weigh its actions carefully. Who would have thought that now, one had fallen!
"It's not only the Zhao Family. The Cangyan Sacred Sect, Beast Taming Sect, Gan Family, and Meng Family also suffered heavy losses, with many powerful experts perishing within the Cangmang Sea.
Moreover, it is said that these major powers lost so many experts in the Cangmang Sea not because they encountered some danger, but because they were jointly killed by Lü Yugang of the Four Directions Trading House, Heavenly Thunder Chan Master and Tiansha Chan Master of the Great Thunderclap Monastery, and Ziwei Sect's Head Senior Brother Su Fei! Among them, the primary culprit is Ziwei Sect's Su Fei!"
Soon, even more pieces of news continued to circulate.
"Heavens, so many renowned experts actually died within the Cangmang Sea!"
"So many members from these major powers were killed… they definitely will not let this matter rest. I have a feeling that a terrifying, large-scale war might erupt among those major powers!"
Upon hearing this news, many people were left dumbstruck, then began discussing it frantically.