While intense battles were ongoing within the Qianfang World Cluster...
In the Chaotic Void Sea.
Within the Demon Capital.
Three figures emanating terrifying devilish auras suddenly shot out from the Demon Capital, transforming into three demonic rays of light that continuously traversed space, heading towards the Qianfang World Cluster at astonishing speed.
These were three Demon Race experts at the Demigod level, one an Intermediate Demigod, the other two Elementary Demigods.
Not long ago, the high-level leaders of the Demon Capital had received a message sent back from the Qianfang World Cluster, learning of Ye Yunfei's appearance there. They immediately dispatched these three Demigod-level experts to deal with Ye Yunfei.
Not only were these three Demon Race Demigod masters' movement speed frightening, but they also constantly made use of hidden, long-distance teleportation Formations along their path. Thus, the distance between them and the Qianfang World Cluster grew shorter and shorter.
"This time, we must capture that surnamed Ye brat from the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, alive if possible, dead if we must!"
One of the Demon Race Demigods said to his two companions while hurrying on his way.
"I've heard that the Yin Seed cultivated by the Dark Faction in the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds has already fallen into that surnamed Ye kid's hands. I wonder how he handled it. If he's refined and absorbed it, would capturing him still be useful?"
Another Demigod expert asked in a doubtful tone.
"That Yin Seed cultivated by the Dark Faction contains the energy and aura of laws left behind by ancient Deities of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds.
That Deity-level energy and aura of laws haven't been obliterated even after such a long passage of time. Do you think a young junior can truly refine them?
Even if he has refined that Deity-level energy and aura of laws, they would surely still exist within his body. As long as we obtain his physical form and extract that Deity-level energy and laws, it would be of great use!
Especially those Deity-level laws would be of inestimable benefit to us Demigods!"
The third Demigod spoke up.
"That makes sense. Our era has already entered the Post-Deity Age. Finding Deity-level energy and laws is quite difficult.
It's said that the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds had a period in ancient times when they were the most powerful world cluster in our Chaotic Void Sea, producing many extremely powerful Deities, and even a few legendary Supreme Gods.
Therefore, the Deity energy and laws left behind from that ancient era in that world cluster are likely the highest quality Deity-level energy and laws in the entire Chaotic Void Sea.
That's why so many major forces immediately dispatched people to seize it once they learned of the Yin Seed's existence.
Even now, aside from our Demon Capital, there are many other major forces searching for that surnamed Ye kid's whereabouts!
We must seize the initiative and capture that surnamed Ye kid ahead of those other major forces.
Right now, within our Demon Capital, several Peak Demigods are constantly in seclusion, seeking a breakthrough to the Godhood.
But they always lack that final step. Perhaps the ancient Deity-level energy and laws within that surnamed Ye kid would be of great help. If our Demon Capital could produce a God ahead of others, the entire Chaotic Void Sea would be ruled by us!"
One Demon Race Demigod said in a slightly excited tone.
At this point, all three Demon Race Demigods became utterly serious, wishing they could immediately reach the Qianfang World Cluster at the fastest speed possible.
Ah!
At that moment, a scream rang out within the Qianfang World Cluster. The Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal battling Ye Yunfei was struck head-on by a massive golden sphere. Flesh and blood flew everywhere as he was sent hurtling backward, smashing through space in the distance until it shattered into fragments.
Although this Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level had formidable combat strength, after a round of combat, he was ultimately defeated by Ye Yunfei.
Ye Yunfei's current combat strength was already sufficient to confront ordinary Elementary Demigods, so defeating a Peak Heavenly Immortal wasn't difficult.
Even though this particular Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level was of the exceptionally strong combat power variety, he was still no match for Ye Yunfei.
Boom!
Right at that moment, behind Ye Yunfei, a Demon Race High-Level Heavenly Immortal manipulated a Demon Race artifact, smashing it fiercely onto Ye Yunfei's back.
However, an attack of this level was utterly useless against Ye Yunfei.
A Demigod-level artifact emerged from within Ye Yunfei's body, blocking his back. The Demon Race High-Level Heavenly Immortal's artifact didn't even scratch Ye Yunfei's skin.
Ye Yunfei swung his fist backhanded, striking that Demon Race High-Level Heavenly Immortal's head, crushing it like a watermelon, juices splattering.
"Now, you can die!"
After punching that Demon Race High-Level Heavenly Immortal to death, Ye Yunfei employed his movement technique, instantly catching up to the previously struck-back Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level. He spoke coldly, then pounced over to finish the kill.
The Nine Divine Beasts above Ye Yunfei's head jointly pushed the massive Nine Palaces Totem Wheel, rumbling towards that Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal to suppress him.
Ye Yunfei employed the Nine-Yang Ancient Scripture, that colossal golden sphere carrying a sea of flames attacked the Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal from another direction.
Within two moves, this Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level was struck by Ye Yunfei once more, his tall demonic body blasted into pieces.
"Brat surnamed Ye, you just wait!
I will definitely avenge today's enmity!"
Knowing he was certainly no match for Ye Yunfei, and that continuing to fight might lead to his fall, this Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level hastily gathered his shattered flesh and blood to protect his Soul Body as he began to traverse space-time, intending to flee.
"You think of escaping now? Is that still possible?"
Ye Yunfei was already prepared. Pointing a finger, massive formation banners emerged one after another in the surrounding space, immediately deploying over ten large-scale formations that enveloped this entire area.
Then, Ye Yunfei dashed forward, instantly catching up to the Soul Body of that Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level.
Surrounded by over ten large-scale formations, this Peak Heavenly Immortal couldn't escape immediately. Now, caught by Ye Yunfei, escape was simply impossible.
Ye Yunfei used three martial skills simultaneously—Heart Force Lock, Formless Heart Sword, and Soul Sword—to attack this Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal's Soul Body.
"The Soul Body of a Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level is very useful to me. I won't miss this chance."
At that moment, Huang Shang suddenly rushed over from afar, arriving beside Ye Yunfei with a smile.
"I knew you'd come. I was waiting for you," Ye Yunfei said with a smile.
Soon, under the combined assault of Ye Yunfei and Huang Shang, this Demon Race Peak Heavenly Immortal at the Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level completely perished.
His Soul Body was shattered into pieces, then absorbed and refined by Huang Shang.
"Retreat quickly!
All members retreat immediately, leave the Qianfang World Cluster!"
Seeing their Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal level Peak Heavenly Immortal killed by Ye Yunfei, the remaining small number of Demon Race Heavenly Immortals were all frightened out of their wits, no longer daring to continue the fight.
The remaining Demon Race Heavenly Immortals shouted in unison, then turned and fled out of the Qianfang World Cluster.
Hearing their orders, the other Demon Race forces could care no more, turning to flee one after another.
In fact, at this point in the battle, the Devil Legion's remaining forces weren't many, roughly a quarter of their original numbers. Moreover, many of these remaining devil troops were either wounded or crippled.
"Where do you think you're escaping to!"
Ye Yunfei locked onto several Demon Race Heavenly Immortals, activated his Time Boots, and chased after them.
"The Demon Race is fleeing, everyone give chase!
Kill as many as we can! We can't let these Demon Race beasts off cheaply!"
Seeing the Devil Legion utterly defeated and in flight, the Heavenly Immortals of the Qianfang World Cluster were all extremely excited, shouting loudly one after another. They then led the charge, pursuing the collapsing Devil Legion.
A retreating army is like a landslide. The Devil Legion suffered heavy casualties, lost all fighting spirit and morale, and had almost no combat strength left.
Under a pursuit led by Ye Yunfei and the combined forces of the Qianfang World Cluster, nearly half of the remaining Devil Legion was slain. In the end, only a small portion of devil forces escaped in panic from the Qianfang World Cluster.
"The Demon Race beasts have fled! We've won this war for our Qianfang World Cluster!"
"In the earlier battle, I myself slew hundreds of demons! What a satisfying slaughter today!"
"Hahaha...
Now those Demon Race beasts should know the might of our Qianfang World Cluster!"
...
After the battle concluded within the Qianfang World Cluster, all beings who had participated were overcome with excitement, shouting and yelling. Some laughed maniacally, others cried out loud from sheer exhilaration. Looking around, the atmosphere in the Qianfang World Cluster's void reached an extreme peak.
"Everyone, please quiet down!"
Suddenly, a Heavenly Immortal rose into the air and shouted loudly.
This Heavenly Immortal was precisely Kong Lao.
As he spoke, Kong Lao released his immortal energy, amplifying his voice to a vast scale that echoed throughout the void of the Qianfang World Cluster.
Therefore, everyone heard his words, and the excited crowd gradually began to quiet down.
After all, a Heavenly Immortal counted among the strongest experts within the Qianfang World Cluster. When a Heavenly Immortal spoke, others dared not continue their clamor.
"Everyone, I believe we all understand clearly. The main reason our Qianfang World Cluster managed to defeat the Devil Legion this time was Young Master Ye stepping in to assist.
If Young Master Ye had not stood up for justice, leading our Qianfang World Cluster's forces together against the Devil Legion, we wouldn't have possessed the strength to defeat the Devil Legion!
Thus, Young Master Ye is the great benefactor of our Qianfang World Cluster!
Does anyone disagree with what I've said?"
Seeing everyone gradually quiet down, Kong Lao declared in a loud voice.
"Senior Kong, you're absolutely right!
Young Master Ye is the great benefactor of our Qianfang World Cluster!"
"Senior Kong, we have no disagreement with what you said. Everyone witnessed in the earlier battle that Young Master Ye single-handedly fought against over a dozen of the Demon Race's strongest Heavenly Immortal experts!"
"Indeed! If Young Master Ye hadn't held off the Demon Race's strongest Heavenly Immortals, our Qianfang World Cluster wouldn't have stood a chance of victory!"
...
After hearing Kong Lao's words, the other Heavenly Immortal experts of the Qianfang World Cluster all voiced their agreement.
During the earlier battle, the Heavenly Immortals of the Qianfang World Cluster had been thoroughly shaken by Ye Yunfei's terrifying combat strength, each completely convinced.
The world of martial practitioners is like this—the strong command respect!
The Heavenly Immortals of the Qianfang World Cluster surrounded Ye Yunfei, each one deferential and respectful, as if juniors facing a senior!
"There's no need for courtesy, everyone. I merely passed through this place unintentionally. Seeing the Demon Race's wickedness, I was stirred to action on a whim.
Moreover, I also have grievances with the Demon Race to begin with."
Ye Yunfei looked at the eager gazes of the Qianfang World Cluster Heavenly Immortals before him, nodded, and then spoke.
"Young Master Ye, leading our Qianfang World Cluster to defeat the Devil Legion is a major happy event worthy of celebration!
Young Master Ye, we shall immediately hold a grand banquet, a victory feast, and also welcome and cleanse the dust from your journey!"
A High-Level Heavenly Immortal stepped forward and spoke respectfully to Ye Yunfei.
"Yes, we shall hold a grand victory feast immediately, properly entertaining Young Master Ye!"
Other Heavenly Immortals expressed their agreement one after another.
"Everyone, the battle is over. I must leave."
Ye Yunfei looked at the enthusiastic Heavenly Immortals before him, remained silent for a moment, shook his head, and then spoke.
"Young Master Ye, are you leaving so soon?"
Hearing Ye Yunfei's words, the Heavenly Immortals of the Qianfang World Cluster were all taken aback.
"Yes, I must depart now."
Ye Yunfei nodded.
"If I don't leave now, it won't be long before experts from the Demon Capital come looking for trouble. If my guess is correct, the Demon Capital will likely dispatch Demigod-level experts this time."
Ye Yunfei added.
"Demigod-level experts!"
Hearing Ye Yunfei's words, the expressions of the Heavenly Immortals from the Qianfang World Cluster drastically changed, their bodies turning icy cold, as if a basin of snow water had been poured over their heads.
Because these Heavenly Immortals of the Qianfang World Cluster grasped the other half of Ye Yunfei's meaning: although they had defeated the Devil Legion in this battle, the Demon Capital definitely wouldn't let the matter rest.
Upon receiving news of the defeat, they would surely dispatch another army to conquer the Qianfang World Cluster. Moreover, the Demon Race forces arriving then might be even stronger, possibly including Demigod-level experts in person!
Those Heavenly Immortants who had been calling for a victory feast immediately fell silent.
Because although the Qianfang World Cluster had won this battle, they would next face an even more powerful Devil Legion!
And by then, Ye Yunfei would have already departed. By the Qianfang World Cluster's strength alone, there would be absolutely no chance of victory!
What awaited the Qianfang World Cluster then might very well be utter annihilation.
"Everyone, I suggest you leave this place quickly.
The Demon Capital's overall strength is extremely formidable."
Ye Yunfei said softly.
"Alright, everyone, I must depart."
Ye Yunfei then added, before turning and heading into the distance.
Ye Yunfei naturally knew that after his departure, the Qianfang World Cluster would very likely be destroyed by the next incoming Devil Legion.
But what could he do?
He couldn't just stay in the Qianfang World Cluster forever to protect its inhabitants. Moreover, when the Demon Capital dispatched several Demigod experts, he might not necessarily be a match himself.