"I must reach that base with the utmost speed!"
After parting from Su Qingluo, Ye Yunfei was frantic with worry.
If anything happened to his family, Ye Yunfei would be unable to accept it.
Ye Yunfei took out his Spatial Teleportation Token, entered the base's spatial coordinates into it, and directly activated the teleportation.
Not long after, Ye Yunfei arrived at a certain location on the edge of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds.
"Members of the Dark Faction are indeed already here, searching for the base!"
Releasing his Soul Power energy, Ye Yunfei confirmed that a large group of Dark Faction experts were indeed scouring the area, looking for something. His expression darkened.
It seemed Feng Deqing hadn't lied; he really had leaked the information of this base to the Dark Faction. That was why so many of their experts were here.
"First, I'll enter the base and evacuate everyone inside."
Ye Yunfei activated a concealment secret art, tightly hiding his aura to avoid detection by the Dark Faction experts. With his continuously rising comprehension of spatial energy, the various concealment arts he employed now were increasingly effective; ordinary Earth Immortals were simply incapable of noticing him.
Old Man Chu had already told Ye Yunfei the precise location of the base beforehand, so Ye Yunfei quickly located it.
He stealthily approached the base's entrance/exit point. Nearly over a hundred Formations were laid out here, most being isolation and stealth Formations. Each Formation was quite high-level, making the location incredibly difficult to detect.
Ye Yunfei took out a few Formation flags and gently tossed them out. A passage immediately opened through the Formations.
These Formation flags were given to him by Old Man Chu specifically for entering and exiting this base.
In a flash, Ye Yunfei shot into the base.
However, the momentary opening of a passageway through the Formations caused a slight disturbance in the spatial energy, immediately attracting the attention of the distant Dark Faction experts.
"Movement over there! Go check it out immediately!"
Several Dark Faction experts rushed over in an instant, arriving at the base's entrance/exit point.
"This space definitely has something strange! There seems to be Formation energy fluctuating here!"
After carefully sensing for a moment, one of them, a full-stage Earth Immortal, spoke up.
These Dark Faction experts were all quite powerful. At such a close distance, they finally managed to perceive the energy fluctuations emanating from the Formations guarding the base's entrance.
Immediately, more Dark Faction experts swarmed over.
Soon, they pinpointed the exact location of the base's entrance.
"There's a Small World here. It must be that secret Light Faction base we're looking for. The entrance is just concealed by numerous sophisticated Formations. Let's all work together to break these Formations so we can get in!"
One of the Dark Faction experts shouted loudly, then took the lead and began attacking the Formations.
At least forty or fifty Dark Faction experts had gathered here, most being high-level Earth Immortals, with nearly ten full-stage Earth Immortals!
The reason the Dark Faction dispatched so many Earth Immortals was primarily to capture Ye Yunfei's family and clansmen to use as hostages to threaten Ye Yunfei and force him to show himself!
The Dark Ancestor had personally given the order to capture Ye Yunfei, so Dark Faction experts considered dealing with Ye Yunfei a matter of utmost importance. However, the Soul Mark planted by Mister Liu within Ye Yunfei's Soul Sea made it difficult even for the Dark Ancestor to locate Ye Yunfei. Hence, to deal with him, they needed to lure him out!
At this moment, Ye Yunfei had already entered the base.
This base was a moderately sized Small World, with rather good energy and laws. It was a secret base of the Light Faction, previously kept sealed and generally unused. Only recently, as the situation for the Light Faction grew increasingly dire, did Old Man Chu instruct a few of his trusted followers to lead a group of the Light Faction's younger disciples, along with Ye Yunfei's family and clansmen, to hide in this secret base.
"Who goes there!"
As soon as Ye Yunfei entered the Small World, three old men flashed across the sky, their faces wary, blocking his path. All three were high-level Earth Immortals.
"Seniors, I am Ye Yunfei. This secret base has been exposed. The Dark Faction has dispatched experts to attack it. I've come to evacuate everyone. Here is Senior Chu's token!"
Ye Yunfei spoke, taking out a silver token and tossing it over.
"So it's you, Ye Yunfei."
One of the old men caught the silver token, sensed it briefly, confirmed it was indeed Old Man Chu's token, and his expression softened.
Ye Yunfei was already famous within the Light Faction. These three old men were Old Man Chu's trusted followers and had naturally heard of Ye Yunfei. They knew his appearance and Soul Body aura, so they quickly confirmed this young man was the recently celebrated young genius of the Light Faction, Ye Yunfei.
"Ye Yunfei, did you just say this secret base has been compromised?" one old man asked.
"Correct, this secret base is indeed exposed and known to the Dark Faction. If you don't believe me, Seniors, you can sense the outside."
Ye Yunfei nodded in reply.
Hearing his words, the three old men immediately released their Soul Power energy, probing beyond the entrance of this Small World. Quickly, their expressions changed drastically.
"There are many Dark Faction Earth Immortals outside! They're attacking the Formations at the base's entrance! The base really is exposed!"
Now the three old men knew Ye Yunfei was telling the truth.
"The entrance is surrounded by dozens of Dark Faction Earth Immortals. The situation is extremely dire! We only have ten Earth Immortals inside this base. I'm afraid breaking through will be very difficult! What should we do now?"
The three old men were somewhat alarmed and uneasy.
"Seniors, please don't worry. A mere few dozen Earth Immortals cannot trap us. Immediately gather all the members within this base, then we'll fight our way out together. But we must be fast, lest more Dark Faction experts arrive."
Ye Yunfei had also sensed the dozens of Dark Faction experts outside trying their best to break the Formations. However, a mere few dozen Earth Immortals meant nothing to him.
"Alright. We'll immediately gather all the members in the base."
The three old men quickly conferred via spiritual transmission and decided to follow Ye Yunfei's instructions. They had long since heard of Ye Yunfei's fearsome reputation and knew this young man had slain numerous Dark Faction Earth Immortal experts.
"Also, Seniors, please investigate immediately which members within this base were relatively close to Elder Feng. I have matters to discuss with them."
Ye Yunfei then added.
"Close to Elder Feng? Alright, we'll investigate."
The three old men were taken aback for a moment, then one responded. As Old Man Chu's trusted followers, they naturally considered Ye Yunfei one of their own.
"Where are my family and clansmen?"
Ye Yunfei asked next.
"Your family and clansmen are over there. I specially designated a broad mountain range rich in energy for them to live in."
An old man pointed towards a mountainous region in the distance.
"Thank you, Seniors."
Ye Yunfei expressed his gratitude, then soared into the air and instantly landed within that mountainous area.
"This young man is quite excellent. So young, yet already an Earth Immortal. Famous from a young age, yet without the slightest arrogance. Very polite in his conduct."
The three old men were very satisfied with Ye Yunfei, nodding in unison.
At this moment, Ye Yunfei landed atop a lofty mountain peak, released his Soul Power energy, and immediately sensed his family and clansmen!
"Everyone is safe, for now!"
Finally, Ye Yunfei's heart settled.
Inside a gorgeously scenic valley nearby stood a few elegant-looking buildings. In a two-story cottage, a middle-aged couple was conversing. They were Ye Yunfei's parents, Ye Tianpeng and Miao Ziqiong!
"I wonder how Fei'er is doing now. I haven't seen him for a long time."
Miao Ziqiong walked to the front door, gazing at the distant sky filled with drifting clouds. A sigh escaped her lips.
"The situation in the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds is extremely chaotic now. The Dark Faction's power is immensely strong. Our Light Faction can only hide everywhere. Fei'er is one of the main members of the Light Faction. Given his personality, he'll definitely be charging at the forefront. I'm a bit worried."
Miao Ziqiong's face was full of concern.
"I think you shouldn't worry so much. I heard Fei'er is already an Earth Immortal. His strength must be formidable. Besides, the Light Faction has so many Earth Immortals. They shouldn't be defeated by the Dark Faction that easily."
Ye Tianpeng tried to console her.
"You don't understand at all. A few days ago, Elder Liang mentioned that the Dark Ancestor's true body is a Golden Immortal. He even brought several thousand Earth Immortals to our era. With the Light Faction's current strength, they cannot resist the Dark Faction. Otherwise, we wouldn't have to hide here."
Miao Ziqiong shook her head, speaking. As she said this, the worry on her face deepened.
"By the way, has Xiao Fei run off to the back mountain to cultivate again?" Miao Ziqiong suddenly asked.
"Yes. Xiao Fei has been cultivating diligently these past days. She says her brother is already an Earth Immortal expert; she cannot fall behind either. She wants to cultivate hard to break through to Earth Immortal as soon as possible. Otherwise, she'd be too embarrassed to see her brother later."
Ye Tianpeng shook his head and said with a bitter smile.
"Xiao Fei has always taken Fei'er as the standard to catch up to. When she heard earlier that he had become an Earth Immortal, she was greatly affected, so she's been cultivating frantically. I watched her grow up; I know her personality well. She's not one to accept defeat. Let her be. That she's willing to cultivate so diligently is a good thing."
Miao Ziqiong said with a smile.
"Dad! Mom! Are you two talking about me behind my back again!"
Suddenly, a beautiful young lady soared over from a distant mountain peak, moving extremely fast. She landed in front of the cottage instantly and called out.
This young lady was Xiao Fei, now grown into a tall, graceful beauty.
"Xiao Fei, you shouldn't be busy cultivating all day long. You need to understand the principle of balancing work and rest."
Miao Ziqiong looked at her daughter, her heart aching.
"Don't worry, Mother. I can handle it. I can't slack off now. Big Brother is already an Earth Immortal expert. If I don't work harder, how will I ever catch up to his footsteps?" Xiao Fei replied.
"You, a girl, talking all day about competing with your brother to see who is more powerful. Not behaving like a lady at all, with such a ferocious temper. How will you get married in the future?"
Miao Ziqiong chided.
"Mother! Who said I'm getting married! Are you trying to drive me away now? I'm not going anywhere; I'm staying right here with the two of you!" Xiao Fei said discontentedly.
"Don't talk nonsense. How could I drive you away?"
Both Ye Tianpeng and Miao Ziqiong laughed.
"My goal is to cultivate diligently, become stronger, and in the future, become a famed Earth Immortal expert throughout the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, just like Big Brother!"
Xiao Fei waved a fist, declaring.
"What's so great about being like your brother? I think your goal should be surpassing your brother, becoming a super expert even more formidable than him."
At that moment, a voice suddenly came from the distant sky.
Hearing the voice, the family of three froze instantly.
Then, all three revealed expressions of wild joy, simultaneously rushing out of the cottage and looking up towards the distant sky.
They saw a figure stepping through the air towards them—it really was Ye Yunfei!
"Dad! Mom! It's Big Brother! Am I seeing things?" Xiao Fei cried out excitedly.
"How could you be seeing things? I'm back."
Ye Yunfei's speed was extreme, crossing the distance in a step to stand before his family. He reached out and ruffled Xiao Fei's head, smiling.
"Brother! It really is you! You've come back!" Xiao Fei grew even more excited.
"Fei'er, you've finally come to see us!"
Miao Ziqiong's eyes grew red.
"I told you there was nothing to worry about. See, Fei'er is perfectly fine."
Ye Tianpeng, seeing his son return safely, smiled happily.
"Dad, Mom, I'm sorry for making you worry."
Facing his parents, Ye Yunfei felt a twinge of guilt in his heart.
"Coming back safe is what matters! Come in and sit!"
Miao Ziqiong pulled Ye Yunfei by the hand into the cottage. The family of four sat down.
Miao Ziqiong held Ye Yunfei's hand, looking at him over and over, giving her son a thorough inspection. Only after confirming Ye Yunfei was unharmed did she finally relax completely.
"Brother, I heard you're an Earth Immortal expert now, is it true?"
Xiao Fei had been sensing Ye Yunfei's energy aura. Now, she asked curiously.
"Of course it's true. Your brother is now an Earth Immortal."
Ye Yunfei answered with a smile.
"So how strong are you exactly? Show me some moves!" Xiao Fei pressed.
"Alright, watch carefully then."
Ye Yunfei nodded. Stretching out a hand, he made a gentle beckoning gesture towards a dozen or so uninhabited towering mountains near the valley.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Those dozen-plus mountains simultaneously tore from the earth, roaring towards Ye Yunfei's position. Mid-flight, their sizes continuously shrunk until they transformed into miniature peaks. They flew into the cottage and landed on Ye Yunfei's palm simultaneously.
Ye Yunfei gave a slight squeeze with his palm, directly pulverizing these mountains into dust, then vaporizing them, making them disappear entirely.
This move seemed simple, as natural as flowing clouds and water, yet it employed powerful physical strength, profound spatial energy, and spatial laws. Even if other Earth Immortals could accomplish it, they might not be able to do it with such effortless grace as Ye Yunfei.
"So impressive!"
Xiao Fei could also perceive the brilliance in her brother's move and couldn't help but applaud and praise.