Ye Yunfei placed the Divine Crystal into the young girl's mouth, then channeled his immortal force energy, transmitting it into her body to help her digest it.
A single Divine Crystal contained immense energy, something this currently extremely weak young girl would likely be unable to endure all at once.
Therefore, Ye Yunfei used his own immortal force energy to protect the young girl's body while gently guiding the energy within her to refine and absorb the Divine Crystal.
After a short while, Ye Yunfei simply created a clone to stand guard beside the young girl, watching over her.
"Young Master Ye, is that... a Divine Crystal you just took out?" asked the nearby villagers, astonished.
"Indeed, it is. I came across it while adventuring outside," Ye Yunfei nodded.
Previously, inside the square of the Emptiness Secret Territory, Ye Yunfei had obtained several hundred Divine Crystals. Although he had used a portion later, he still possessed quite a few.
"Five elders, I gift these five Divine Crystals to you, in gratitude for your protection of the Canghuang Realm," Ye Yunfei said after a moment's thought, taking out five Divine Crystals and handing them to each of the five villagers.
Ye Yunfei knew that if these five villagers hadn't arrived in time back then to rescue the young girl, she would likely have been utterly annihilated.
Of course, as the essence of the Canghuang Realm, she might have reformed after a long stretch of time, but by then she might possess entirely different thoughts and feelings.
Nevertheless, Ye Yunfei was deeply grateful to these five villagers before him, hence his gift of the precious Divine Crystals.
"Young Master Ye, these are far too valuable!" The five villagers were all taken aback and hastily declined.
"There's no need to stand on ceremony, honored ones. Please accept them. I have more," Ye Yunfei persuaded.
In the end, convinced by Ye Yunfei, the five villagers accepted the Divine Crystals he gave them.
Though it was only one each, it would still be beneficial to their cultivation because these were Divine Crystals—imbued not only with vast energy but also potentially carrying faint traces of a Deity's aura, even laws, for Divine Crystals were the energy stones used by ancient deities for cultivation.
"Young Master Ye, how is she?" one villager inquired, pointing at the young girl.
"Her injuries are severe. She must rest and recover for some time before she can be restored. Let her recover here slowly," Ye Yunfei replied.
Then, Ye Yunfei personally laid out dozens of high-level isolation Formations and protective Formations, shielding the space around the young girl, creating a small space of formations.
"Compared to those outside forces, the Canghuang Realm is too weak, possessing almost no ability for self-protection," Ye Yunfei thought to himself as he observed the Canghuang Realm before him.
"You could set up some Formations or Earth Formations to protect the Canghuang Realm," Hun Lao spoke up, seemingly aware of Ye Yunfei's thoughts.
"Precisely my intention," Ye Yunfei nodded.
For the following period, Ye Yunfei began setting up a large number of high-level Formations at crucial locations inside the Canghuang Realm, particularly at its entrances and exits.
Ye Yunfei's current level in Formations was far superior to before, and the Formations he set up grew increasingly potent.
After finishing the Formations, Ye Yunfei began setting up Earth Formations.
Having cultivated the Chaos Burial Method recently, Ye Yunfei's level in Geomancy Techniques had significantly improved.
Now he could not only create Earth Formations upon solid ground but also conjure them within the Emptiness, where no earth existed.
First, Ye Yunfei placed a vast number of perilous grounds and deadly traps at vital locations within the Canghuang Realm. Then, stealthily, he moved outside the realm, laying out a large batch of perilous grounds and deadly traps, especially placing extensive Formations, perilous grounds, and deadly traps outside the Canghuang Realm's entrances and exits.
As Ye Yunfei had been continuously restraining his aura and moving with utmost secrecy, the forces surrounding the Canghuang Realm remained unaware of his presence.
Ye Yunfei believed that the Formations, perilous grounds, and deadly traps he had installed would be difficult even for a perfected Golden Immortal to breach.
Even an initial Demigod might not be able to enter the Canghuang Realm unimpeded.
This was due to Ye Yunfei's simultaneous and significant advancement in both his Formation expertise and Geomancy Techniques.
"Young Master Ye, these Formations and all the various perilous grounds and deadly traps you've set up are incredibly powerful. We wouldn't dare to force our way through them either. With these defenses, the Canghuang Realm will be a much safer place henceforth," the five villagers, who had personally witnessed Ye Yunfei arranging these defenses, expressed their astonishment.
"This world is where I set out on my journey. It holds immense significance for me, so I must do all within my power to protect it," Ye Yunfei responded.
"Young Master Ye, Mr. Liu judged you correctly. You are not only of exceptional talent but also uphold loyalty and righteousness," the five villagers praised him.
At that moment, Ye Yunfei's expression shifted slightly. He then activated his Space Teleportation Token, teleporting to a specific location in the Emptiness near the Canghuang Realm.
A dozen or so Heavenly Immortals were waiting for him there.
Ye Yunfei led these Heavenly Immortals back through teleportation into the Canghuang Realm.
"Young Master Ye, we have been gathering information across the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds during this time and have returned specifically to report," said one Heavenly Immortal.
"Good. Report what you have learned," Ye Yunfei nodded.
The dozen or so Heavenly Immortals then stepped forward one by one, reporting to Ye Yunfei about the various situations they had investigated across the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds.
According to them, a massive number of external forces now occupied the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, with many of these outsiders having seized control of numerous worlds.
One could say that nearly half the worlds within the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds had been occupied by these various outside factions.
And within every occupied world, the native inhabitants had been reduced to enslaved beings.
"Young Master Ye, I ventured into several worlds occupied by those outside forces and witnessed many tragic scenes. The original inhabitants of those worlds are living lives worse than dogs or pigs! I saw with my own eyes how, in one world occupied by the Demon Race, almost half of the native beings had become food for the demons. The remainder were kept penned up, awaiting consumption. Those damnable demons are too cruel!" reported one Heavenly Immortal to Ye Yunfei.
The Thousand-Fang World Cluster had originally been invaded by the demon army, which led these Heavenly Immortals to follow Ye Yunfei. Thus, his tone was filled with gritted teeth and rage when mentioning the Demon Race.
The Demon Race was a vast race that could be subdivided into many different kinds, some of whom specifically consumed the flesh of other beings as food.
"The Demon Race is indeed extremely cruel, but they will pay the price," Ye Yunfei's eyes turned icy cold upon hearing the report.
"Young Master Ye, more of our people have returned and are waiting outside," a Heavenly Immortal suddenly spoke up.
"Very well. I will give each of you a token, allowing you free passage in and out of the Canghuang Realm. Go out and bring them in," Ye Yunfei said, taking out over a dozen tokens and handing them to the Heavenly Immortals.
Due to the extensive Formations, perilous grounds, and deadly traps Ye Yunfei had deployed inside and outside the Canghuang Realm, even Heavenly Immortals would find it difficult to pass through freely. These tokens, crafted by Ye Yunfei, granted free passage through those defenses.
"Keep an eye on those forces surrounding the Canghuang Realm. Prevent any of them from escaping later. Do not allow a single one to get away," Ye Yunfei instructed after a moment's thought.
Thus, the dozen or so Heavenly Immortals, armed with Ye Yunfei's tokens, began to move covertly.
As time passed, more and more Heavenly Immortals returned to the Canghuang Realm to report on the various situations they had investigated.
From their reports, Ye Yunfei learned that many worlds connected to him had already been occupied by the external forces.
Other worlds were already under siege.
Worlds such as the Vermilion Bird Realm, Tianying Realm, and Shadow Realm were encircled multiple times over.
However, some mysterious experts and forces of the Light Faction were protecting these worlds, so they remained unoccupied for the time being.
Ye Yunfei knew that these so-called mysterious experts were undoubtedly Mr. Liu's followers.
Additionally, numerous forces from major outside factions had forced their way into both the Main World and the Tianpo Realm.
Even the world housing Mr. Liu's small mountain hamlet was besieged outside by several major forces attempting to invade it.
Within the Main World, the headquarters of the Samsara Palace was also encircled multiple times over.
"It seems these external forces have a very clear objective, most of them are coming for me," Ye Yunfei couldn't help but give a cold smile after listening to the reports from the returning Heavenly Immortals.
He understood in his heart that if it weren't for the protection of the Light Faction and Mr. Liu's followers, all the worlds connected to him would have been completely overrun long ago.
"There is another situation: the forces of the Light Faction are currently in a standoff with the various external factions. Roughly half of the worlds within the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds are currently under the Light Faction's protection," reported another Heavenly Immortal.
"Heavenly Enlightenment Chan Master and Elder Chu have labored diligently," Ye Yunfei nodded.
It was an exceedingly difficult task for Heavenly Enlightenment Chan Master and Elder Chu to lead the Light Faction's forces in confronting these external factions, given their generally formidable strength. Ye Yunfei knew the two of them must be straining to hold the line.
As time went on, more and more of the Heavenly Immortals Ye Yunfei had sent to gather information kept returning.
Consequently, Ye Yunfei's understanding of the current situation across the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds deepened.
"What's going on? Lately, I've frequently sensed beings entering and exiting the Canghuang Realm... Have any of you noticed?" In a certain space outside the Canghuang Realm, an elder sitting cross-legged suddenly opened his eyes with a look of confusion, then addressed several other elders nearby.
"Indeed, I have sensed it as well. But whenever I try to perceive it clearly, some mysterious energy blocks my senses. Could it be the mischief of the few Golden Immortals inside the Canghuang Realm?" suggested another elder nearby.
"Possibly. The few Golden Immortals within are not to be underestimated. They might have been quietly emerging from the Canghuang Realm recently to observe us covertly. But there's no need for worry; we have superior numbers. Even though those few Golden Immortals defending inside possess decent strength, they are not a major concern. Here's an idea: let's consult with the other forces, then combine our efforts and assault it. There's little point in just waiting here," proposed yet another elder.
"I will go and discuss it with the other forces," said this elder, standing up and walking towards the positions of the other forces.
Not long after, the six forces encircling the vicinity of the Canghuang Realm reached a consensus: they would join forces to attack the Canghuang Realm.
"Report, Young Master Ye! The six forces outside are preparing to attack the Canghuang Realm!" A Heavenly Immortal hurried in to report.
"Let them attack. Pay them no heed," Ye Yunfei said indifferently.
The Formations, perilous grounds, and deadly traps he had laid not only possessed defensive capabilities but also offensive functions. Upon suffering an external attack, they would immediately unleash terrifying offensive energy.
Soon after, the forces of the six factions surrounding the Canghuang Realm launched their assault.
The experts from these six forces first shouted demands towards the Canghuang Realm, but received no response whatsoever.
In truth, numerous Heavenly Immortals from the Thousand-Fang World Cluster were currently stationed both inside and outside the Canghuang Realm, monitoring the forces of these six factions.
The strongest within these six factions were merely perfected Golden Immortals—a complete joke in the eyes of these Heavenly Immortal experts.
With so many Heavenly Immortal masters concealed around, keeping a watchful eye on them, the members of these six factions remained completely unaware.
Soon, the experts of the six forces led their followers in charging forward, swarming like a tide towards the Canghuang Realm's entrances and exits.
A barrage of magic treasures, various techniques and martial skills, along with dazzling beams of energy like torrential rain, blasted towards the entrances and exits of the Canghuang Realm.
Indeed, these members from the six external forces were strong, especially the Golden Immortals leading the charge. Each had a solid foundation, abundant energy, and cultivated relatively advanced techniques and martial skills.
But unfortunately for them, they had encountered Ye Yunfei.
*BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!*
The dense and overwhelming attacks fell upon the entrances and exits of the Canghuang Realm, generating an immense din. It seemed they were on the verge of tearing through the Canghuang Realm's gates.
Suddenly, one after another, Formations, perilous grounds, and deadly traps materialized, protecting the Canghuang Realm's entrances and exits, effortlessly blocking all the attacks.
The more terrifying part came next. Those Formations, perilous grounds, and deadly traps erupted, releasing vast amounts of fearsome offensive energy that surged across the sky like monstrous waves, instantly inundating large numbers of the attackers.
Endless screams and shrieks erupted. Struck by the energy released from the defenses, the members of the six forces vanished into dust in an instant, utterly obliterated.
Including those Golden Immortals, who were instantly pulverized into clouds of bloody mist that dissipated with the wind.
"It's too terrifying! Retreat at once!" The surviving members of the six forces were utterly terrified, their courage broken, and they turned to flee.
"There is no escape! All must die!" At that moment, the Heavenly Immortals of the Thousand-Fang World Cluster, who had been concealed in the surroundings, revealed themselves, blocking the retreat path of the remaining forces.
These Heavenly Immortants then made their move, effortlessly slaughtering all surviving members of the six factions, leaving none alive.
And thus, all forces surrounding the Canghuang Realm were eliminated.
"Since we have taken action, let us begin. Relay my command: From this moment on, commence cleansing all external forces and external beings from within the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. Those who are enemies are to be utterly slain. Those who are merely sightseers are to be expelled. Afterwards, seal off the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds and publicly announce: Henceforth, without permission, none may set foot into the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds." Ye Yunfei walked out from the Canghuang Realm and declared these words calmly.
"Understood, Young Master Ye!" the surrounding Heavenly Immortals answered in unison.