At this moment, within the Heart Palace, apart from Ye Yunfei, every other living being who had entered had heard that resounding voice just now.
During this period, the vast majority of those who had entered the Heart Palace were trapped within. They had been walking in circles for several days in a row, all stuck in roughly the same area. Now, suddenly hearing the words spoken by that booming voice, they cried out in astonishment.
“So this city holds vast amounts of Mental Force energy!
No wonder we've been trapped in place the whole time. It's all due to this Mental Force energy!
It's no surprise we couldn't figure out the reason these past few days. This damnable Mental Force energy was what trapped us!”
“Mental Force energy is a bizarre energy that is both unorthodox and incredibly difficult to detect. That's why we were unable to perceive it!”
“That voice just now said if we can find thirty Heartforce Tokens, we can obtain treasures related to Mental Force energy and become an expert in this power. Is that true?”
“Don't daydream! This city is far too bizarre. We've been walking in circles for days. I reckon those Heartforce Tokens will be incredibly difficult to find. If we can manage to find three tokens to get ourselves out of here, we'll already be lucky.
Don't even think about thirty tokens; it's simply unrealistic!”
...
Many beings within the city were discussing among themselves.
Then, all the beings began to move, searching for Heartforce Tokens.
“But we're still trapped here. If we can't even leave this damnable street, how are we supposed to find the Heartforce Tokens?”
Many beings felt unsure, for ever since entering this city, they had been trapped in place. No matter how hard they tried, they would always return to the same street.
“Fantastic! This time, it seems we've broken free from that original street!”
However, after a short while, many beings exclaimed with delight, discovering that this time, they were not returning to the same street.
“Excellent! Now we can truly go search for those Heartforce Tokens.”
All across the city, excited roars filled the air.
At this moment, Ye Yunfei was also wandering through the city, releasing his own Soul Force Energy and Mental Force, carefully sensing around in his search for the tokens.
He discovered that with the improvement of his Mental Force level, his range of perception within this city had expanded considerably.
Originally, this city exerted a significant suppressive effect on Soul Force Energy. The range a being could perceive upon entering was quite limited.
However, using Mental Force for perception made things much easier. Ye Yunfei had absorbed a substantial amount of the Mental Force energy and Mental Force Laws from this city, becoming increasingly familiar with its spacetime. Even the range he could perceive with his Soul Force Energy had expanded greatly.
Moments later, Ye Yunfei's expression shifted. Up ahead, several dozen beings were coming towards him along a street, searching every nook and cranny.
“I've encountered people again.”
Ye Yunfei could sense these dozens of beings clearly.
They likely came from the same power, as their clothing and the energy auras they released were quite similar.
“Hmm?
On the plaque above the door of that shop in that street... it seems there's a token!
Could it be... that's a Heartforce Token?”
When Ye Yunfei spotted the several dozen beings in that street, he initially intended to take a detour. But now, suddenly sensing that token, he couldn't help but halt his steps.
“That's probably a Heartforce Token. Hurry over and grab it!”
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm also spotted the token at that moment and immediately cried out.
*Whoosh!*
Ye Yunfei activated his Time Boots, his figure flashing as he charged into that street, speeding towards the location of that shop.
“What does this brat think he's doing?”
The dozen-plus people in the street were suddenly confronted with Ye Yunfei, momentarily stunned. Then, noticing Ye Yunfei's unusual actions, someone shouted loudly.
“This kid seems to have discovered something. Stop him!”
Someone sensed something was amiss.
*Whoosh, whoosh…*
A dozen or more people simultaneously charged towards Ye Yunfei's position.
Although these dozen-plus individuals had entered the street before Ye Yunfei, they hadn't yet discovered the token.
Ye Yunfei's Mental Force level was far higher than theirs, allowing him to sense the Heartforce Token first.
At this point, Ye Yunfei had already arrived before the shop's main door and stopped.
The token rested right above the shop's door, on the plaque.
“Look!
There's a token on the plaque. It must be a Heartforce Token!”
“So this brat discovered this token!
Stop him. That token belongs to us!”
...
The dozen-plus individuals were both shocked and delighted, roaring fiercely.
Ye Yunfei's movements were incredibly swift. His figure flashed, and before the dozen-plus people could react, he had already soared into the air, reaching out and seizing the Heartforce Token.
“Halt!
Kid, are you looking for death?”
A tall, tower-like middle-aged man was the first to charge over, shouting harshly.
“Unless you wish to die, hand over that token to me immediately!”
This middle-aged man was a Perfected Golden Immortal. He directly reached out to snatch the token from Ye Yunfei's hand.
*Boom…*
Vast and mighty Immortal Power energy surged towards Ye Yunfei like a tidal wave, attempting to suppress him.
However, energy of this level was like a light breeze brushing Ye Yunfei's face—utterly insignificant.
“This token should belong to *me*! Don't try to steal it from me, or I won't show any mercy!”
An old man rushed over from the side—also a Perfected Golden Immortal. Above his head hovered a cyan-colored precious seal carved with various profound runes, emanating a powerful suppressing energy that sealed off this space.
This old man slapped away the middle-aged man's hand and then reached out to grab the token from Ye Yunfei.
“Roar!
Clearly I was first. How dare you try to snatch it from me!”
The middle-aged man flew into a rage.
*Boom, boom…*
At this moment, the others also arrived, each unleashing their energy pressure to suppress Ye Yunfei. Each one reached for the token in Ye Yunfei's hand, and each also attacked to prevent others from stealing it. In an instant, the scene became utterly chaotic.
Ye Yunfei was surrounded in the middle by over a dozen people, facing surging waves of energy pressure like a lone leaf adrift in a vast sea.
These dozen-plus individuals simply didn't put Ye Yunfei in their eyes.
Moreover, with a token at stake, they were solely focused on seizing it. Who would bother identifying Ye Yunfei's identity?
“Kid, I'll give you a chance. Offer that token to me immediately, and I can guarantee your life. Otherwise, in this situation, you'll undoubtedly be reduced to mincemeat!”
In the midst of the chaotic scramble, someone urgently shouted at Ye Yunfei.
“Was it truly necessary to force me to act?”
Ye Yunfei's expression was cold as he said calmly.
The next moment.
Ye Yunfei stirred his will and unleashed the Formless Heart Sword. In a short period, at an astonishing speed, it simultaneously attacked the dozen-plus individuals indiscriminately.
Mental Force energy was even faster than Soul Force Energy! It was nearly instantaneous!
“Aah... Aah!”
All dozen-plus let out screams simultaneously, their faces paling as they retreated again and again.
“Dare to provoke me again, and I'll kill you directly.”
Ye Yunfei said indifferently, then turned and left, instantly disappearing from that street.
“What kind of sinister sorcery did that brat just use?
I didn't sense any fluctuation of Soul Force Energy, but apart from Soul Force Energy, what other energy could launch such a silent, indefensible, bizarre attack?”
After a moment, someone voiced their confusion as the dozen-plus individuals stared at the street corner where Ye Yunfei had vanished. They were both shocked and furious, but none dared give chase.
At this moment, in another street, Ye Yunfei was examining the token he had just obtained.
“Such concentrated Mental Force Laws aura!
It seems this Heartforce Token must contain exceptionally advanced Mental Force Laws!”
Ye Yunfei was greatly delighted.
During this period, Ye Yunfei had been continuously using the Heart-Refining Pearl to absorb and refine the Mental Force energy within this city. His Mental Force energy level had been steadily rising and was now quite impressive. Immediately, he perceived the Mental Force Laws contained within this token.
“The Mental Force Laws within this token must be of very high caliber. Perhaps I can delve into them.”
Ye Yunfei murmured to himself.
“Alright, let me delve into them right away.”
Ye Yunfei found a spot by the street, sat down cross-legged, and began to contemplate and perceive this Heartforce Token.
*Whoosh, whoosh…*
Threads and strands of Mental Force Laws streamed continuously from the token.
Ye Yunfei’s two Soul Bodies simultaneously perceived and pondered these Mental Force Laws.
Soon, Ye Yunfei delightedly discovered that these Mental Force Laws were extremely pure and dense!
His two Soul Bodies worked simultaneously, jointly contemplating the Mental Force Laws within the token.
Gradually, he entered a state of self-forgetfulness.
Vaguely, Ye Yunfei sensed profound runes floating out from the token and entering his body.
“This kid truly is a little freak. To think his talent for Mental Force energy is also this high!”
Seeing Ye Yunfei enter such a focused state of contemplation so swiftly, the Remnant Soul couldn't help but comment.
“Of course! Otherwise, how could my master have progressed so rapidly.”
Hu Miao answered smugly.
“You lot aren't bad either. Each one of you is a freak.
A fox spirit, a tree spirit, a silkworm spirit, a ghost cultivator… grouped together, it’s truly a perfect match,” said the Remnant Soul.
“And what about you, senior? You count as a ghost, don't you? Getting together with us isn't much different,” Hu Miao retorted, curling her lip.
“True, I almost forgot. I'm the same.
Strictly speaking, I'm already dead, leaving behind only a remnant soul. I suppose you could call me a ghost.”
The Remnant Soul nodded.
After spending this time together, the Remnant Soul was already quite familiar with Hu Miao and the others, so a bit of playful banter was fine.
“Finally finished delving!”
Over half a day later, Ye Yunfei opened his eyes and spoke.
“The Mental Force Laws within this token are the most advanced I've encountered so far. They've elevated my comprehension of Mental Force Laws by a significant margin!”
Ye Yunfei was somewhat excited, then stood up.
“I must find more Heartforce Tokens, take this opportunity to comprehend even more Mental Force Laws, and raise my level!”
Ye Yunfei declared.
“It seems this city is truly an exceptional place for you to cultivate Mental Force energy!”
The Remnant Soul said with a laugh.
*Whoosh!*
Ye Yunfei's figure flashed as he shot towards the distance.
With the continuous enhancement of his Mental Force energy and Mental Force Laws, Ye Yunfei now felt extremely fluid moving through this city—like a fish in water. Utilizing Mental Force, he could perceive vast distances, covering a large area.
Not long after.
“You demons go too far!
This token was clearly discovered first by our Yan Family! You only arrived later, yet you have the gall to try and snatch it from us!
Are you trying to provoke a conflict between the Demon Capital and our Yan Family?”
Ye Yunfei suddenly heard an enraged roar.
“Haha…
Matters of treasure hunting have always followed the principle of each relying on their own abilities—destiny determines who obtains it.
Who decreed this token definitely belongs to your Yan Family? Ask it—does it have the family name Yan?
Enough nonsense! Compete through strength!
Hmph, if your Yan Family wants to fight with our Demon Capital, we will gladly oblige!”
A chilling, demonic voice rang out with a sharp, mocking laugh.
“Why waste words on these Yan Family members? Right now, our Demon Capital has the advantage in numbers. This token should naturally belong to us. Just take it!”
Another demon shouted.
*Boom! Boom…*
Immediately, violent sounds of combat erupted from a nearby street.
“Oh?
It seems another Heartforce Token has been discovered!
If forces from the Demon Capital are there, then perfect. I won't stand on ceremony.”
Ye Yunfei halted and said with a smile.
*Whoosh!*
Ye Yunfei exerted himself, instantly dashing into that street.
He saw two groups of people fighting near a three-story building in the middle of the street.
One group consisted of demons—forty to fifty of them, each exuding sharp Demonic Force energy. They held complete dominance in the battle.
The other group had roughly twenty-odd people, all practicing similar cultivation techniques and secret arts, clearly from the same power.
From the window on the second floor of that three-story building, a token was clearly visible.
It was indeed a Heartforce Token!
“Another Heartforce Token indeed. Excellent!”
Seeing the token, Ye Yunfei was overjoyed.
“Hmm?
Both factions have a Heavenly Immortal expert among them!”
Ye Yunfei glanced at the combatants and his heart stirred.
However, both were only primary level Heavenly Immortals.
To Ye Yunfei, two primary Heavenly Immortals posed no threat.
*Whoosh!*
Ye Yunfei activated his Time Boots, moving with extreme speed. In a flash, he arrived at the center of the conflict, charging towards the second-floor window of the building to snatch that token.
As he acted, Ye Yunfei simultaneously unleashed the Formless Heart Sword, attacking members of both factions.
The speed of the Formless Heart Sword was too swift!
In less than a single breath, most members of both factions had been struck by the Formless Heart Sword!
“Kid, stop!”
The two primary Heavenly Immortals both noticed the sudden appearance of Ye Yunfei. Seeing him reach for the token, they roared simultaneously.
They had fought here for quite some time without managing to seize the token. Now, someone was trying to swoop in and take advantage. How could they allow it?