"Master, wasn't the Divine Tomb in the Colorless Abyss last time already a divine relic? It's a shame we arrived too late that time. By the time we entered, the tomb's guardian had already awakened and wouldn't allow anyone to approach the tomb anymore. If we had gone in earlier, perhaps we could have obtained treasures left behind by the tomb's owner," the young boy said.
"That was merely a divine tomb, which indeed counts as a divine relic. However, this stretch of spacetime gave rise to many incredibly powerful Deities in the ancient era. They surely wouldn't have left behind only a single tomb; there must be other divine relics. Moreover, that tomb in the Colorless Abyss was likely a Divine Fruit Tomb. Its owner might still be alive. A living Deity is someone I dare not take things from — the repercussions would be endless," the old man answered.
"Master, do you mean that aside from that tomb, there might be other divine relics within this stretch of spacetime?" the boy exclaimed in surprise.
"Yes," the old man replied.
"Right, Master, we've been within this stretch of spacetime for some time now. When exactly will the Dark Ancestor's seed mature?" the boy asked again.
"No need to rush. When the Dark Faction's armies begin slaughtering the living beings of all worlds and all forces in this stretch of spacetime on a massive scale, it will signify the seed's maturation. Alright, don't ask so many questions. For now, we'll wander around this spacetime. Although the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds appear quite remote and backward now, it was a famously renowned stretch of spacetime in ancient times. Not only did Deities emerge here, but many ancient major sects and great clans once established their schools and left behind legacies here as well. Let's wander around; if we're lucky, we might gain something," the old man said.
At this moment, Ye Yunfei and that black-robed man were still locked in fierce combat, fighting so fiercely that it seemed the heavens collapsed and earth split, causing the entire world to pale in comparison.
Swoosh!
During the fight, Ye Yunfei blocked the black-robed man's attack with a single fist, then executed the Time-Space Annihilation Art, vanishing in an instant.
"Huh? Where did that guy go? Is he trying to escape?" This black-robed man suddenly lost his perception of Ye Yunfei and was taken aback.
"Die!"
In the next moment, Ye Yunfei appeared before another black-robed man and threw a punch.
A Spatial Cage descended from the heavens, directly suppressing him. Then, Ye Yunfei's fist continuously expanded, carrying five gigantic mountains as it roared forth. With a *pfft* sound, it pulverized this black-robed man.
This was an Intermediate Earth Immortal!
Swoosh swoosh…
Next, Ye Yunfei continuously utilized the Time-Space Annihilation Art, evading the black-robed man with Perfected Earth Immortal strength and specifically targeting the other black-robed men.
Within just a few breaths, Ye Yunfei, almost killing one with each punch, successively slew six black-robed men, all Intermediate Earth Immortals or Advanced Earth Immortals!
Although these black-robed men were Resource Collection Envoys, they were only Intermediate or Advanced Earth Immortals, no match for Ye Yunfei at all. Moreover, the quality of Ye Yunfei's physical body was immensely powerful; even if he stood there and let them attack, he wouldn't sustain significant damage!
"Roar… Halt!"
Witnessing this scene, the Perfected Earth Immortal's face twisted in rage as he roared.
Boom!
This Perfected Earth Immortal mustered his full strength and charged towards Ye Yunfei.
Swoosh!
Ye Yunfei employed his movement technique, instantly putting distance between himself and this black-robed man, arriving before a different black-robed individual.
Upon finding Ye Yunfei abruptly appearing before him, this black-robed man was so frightened he turned and fled, for he was only an Advanced Earth Immortal and knew he was no match for Ye Yunfei regardless.
Boom!
A Spatial Cage descended from the heavens, suppressing the body of this Advanced Earth Immortal. With a *pfft*, Ye Yunfei's fist swept through horizontally, pulverizing this black-robed man on the spot.
Swoosh…
Just then, the Perfected Earth Immortal waved his hand, and a black cloth bag shot out, continuously expanding. Then, sheets of black flame seas surged out from within that bag. Wherever these flames went, they scorched space itself, causing it to deform and contort continuously until the spatial structure melted outright.
"Such terrifying flames!" Ye Yunfei couldn't help but narrow his eyes.
Earlier, this black-robed man had used these black flames to incinerate a batch of poisonous creatures and insects. Now he was unleashing them again.
Ye Yunfei estimated that only this black-robed man possessed these black flames; the others did not, otherwise they would have used them earlier.
"Master, these flames are terrifying. Could they be the legendary divine fires?" From afar, where the old man and boy were still hidden within space, the boy immediately asked curiously upon seeing these black flames.
"These are the Dark Faction's Sacred Fire, not legendary divine fire. However, there is a rumor that the Dark Faction's Sacred Fire is related to the legendary Northern Nether Karmic Fire. It is highly likely a lesser divine fire separated from the Northern Nether Karmic Fire," the old man replied.
"Master, what is a lesser divine fire?" the boy grew even more curious.
"Lesser divine fires are separated from divine fires. They originate from divine fire, but their power cannot compare to genuine divine fire, hence they are called lesser divine fires. Although their power falls short of true divine fire, for many living beings, lesser divine fires are also utterly terrifying," the old man explained.
"In that case, that youngster certainly can't handle these Dark Faction Sacred Fires, since they are a type of lesser divine fire," the boy said.
"I estimate these black flames aren't genuine Dark Faction Sacred Fire either, but merely collected wisps of its flame energy, processed and refined to serve as a means of confronting enemies. That youngster's physical body is quite good. Even if he can't prevail, he won't be in serious trouble," the old man said.
"I will definitely kill you today!" By now, the Perfected Earth Immortal was furious like a tidal wave. He extended his hand, clenched his fist, and threw a punch towards Ye Yunfei across the distance.
Rumble rumble…
The surging black flames suddenly condensed, transforming into a massive black fist blazing fiercely as it punched towards Ye Yunfei. The terrifying incineration power and formidable fist momentum radiated in all directions, forcing everyone to change their expressions and retreat hastily.
"This fellow's combat strength is quite impressive, worthy of being a Resource Collection Envoy at the Perfected Earth Immortal level! Even if he encountered the Five Immortals Poison King, he could likely entangle in a fight for a while!" Ye Yunfei was inwardly shocked.
Although Ye Yunfei's strength had been steadily progressing during this period, facing this black-robed man now, he found it somewhat troublesome.
Rumble rumble…
Ye Yunfei consecutively invoked several Spatial Cages to suppress that black fist. However, when these Spatial Cages encountered that black fist, they were immediately melted by those fiercely burning flames, being instantly neutralized.
Swoosh!
Seizing the moment, Ye Yunfei employed the Time-Space Annihilation Art and departed instantly. Then, with astonishing speed, he consecutively blasted several black-robed men standing far away.
Given Ye Yunfei's current level of spatial energy and law mastery, the speed achieved with the Time-Space Annihilation Art was incredibly fast. Merely with a thought, his body could instantly arrive at his intended location.
Rumble rumble…
The black fist struck the location where Ye Yunfei had stood moments ago, forcibly creating a massive spatial black hole in that spot — extremely fearsome.
Right then.
The black-robed man with Perfected Earth Immortal strength suddenly halted his movements, his cold, eerie gaze fixed on Ye Yunfei.
"Who exactly are you? With your skills, you are definitely a top expert from the Light Faction headquarters; you couldn't possibly be merely a battalion leader. However, regardless of who you are, you will die. Just wait." This Perfected Earth Immortal said coldly.
"Let's go."
This Perfected Earth Immortal waved his hand, retrieving all the black flames, then spoke and turned to leave.
By this time, out of the dozen or so black-robed men, only four remained.
One Perfected Earth Immortal, three Advanced Earth Immortals.
These four black-robed men moved with extreme speed; having decided to leave, they were gone immediately. By the time Ye Yunfei wanted to charge over and stop them, it was already too late.
"That was an excellent battle!" Ye Yunfei thought to himself.
"Master, how is it? After experiencing such a great battle, has your realm been stirred? Can you break through now?" Hu Miao immediately rushed over and asked with concern.
"There have been some stirrings. Next, I am preparing to charge into the Earth Immortal Realm," Ye Yunfei nodded.
"That's wonderful, Master! Given your innate talent and aptitude, once you break through to the Earth Immortal Realm, you will likely be able to sweep through all the powerhouses of this realm!" Hu Miao exclaimed excitedly.
"Report! Battalion Leader Ye, five Elders! Of our Light Faction's thirty-six battalions, eleven have already been annihilated! The casualties are extremely heavy! The Dark Faction's armies seem to be launching a full-scale offensive against our Light Faction!" Suddenly, a scout rushed into this world, arriving before Ye Yunfei and the five Elders of the 35th Battalion, reporting frantically.
"Report! Battalion Leader Lü, the situation is critical! In our Light Faction's battles against the Dark Faction, we are starting to fall into a disadvantageous position. Many battalions have already been eliminated!" Another scout rushed in, arriving before the 36th Battalion's Battalion Leader Lü and several Elders, reporting anxiously.
"Master, they've finished fighting. There's nothing left to see; let's go," from afar, the young boy said to the old man.
"Wait a moment. I'll sound out that youngster, see if he truly is the heir of the Great Strength Demon God," the old man pondered, then spoke.