“Gather a group of personnel immediately. Rather than waiting for those major factions to invade the surrounding World Clusters, I will take control of them now to prevent future trouble. You two, go and assemble a force right away to depart with me.”
Ye Yunfei stopped and spoke again.
Moments later, Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao had gathered a group of personnel from the Thousand-Square World Cluster—over fifty Heavenly Immortals, several hundred Golden Immortals, and a large number of others—arriving before Ye Yunfei.
Ye Yunfei teleported everyone into the Phantom Tower, then took out his Space Teleportation Talisman, activated it directly, and began teleporting towards the Qianhai World Cluster.
Ye Yunfei already knew the approximate spatiotemporal coordinates of the Qianhai World Cluster, and within moments, he arrived before it.
“Sure enough, there are many Dark Faction members hiding within this World Cluster. Although they are desperately concealing their auras, they can't escape my senses.”
Standing before the Qianhai World Cluster for a few moments, Ye Yunfei had already detected many auras belonging to the Dark Faction inside. The Dark Faction cultivated Dark Energy and Dark Laws, making their characteristics very distinct.
“These Dark Faction fellows are concealing their auras, probably because they fear being discovered by you,” Hun Lao chimed in.
Ye Yunfei already had a certain reputation in the Chaotic Void Sea, so ordinary members of the various major factions now knew of Ye Yunfei's formidable strength.
“They're just temporarily concealing their auras, preparing for an opportunity to deal with me. Their main purpose in coming here is most likely for me.”
Ye Yunfei sneered.
“Rather than waiting for them to make a move, I'll just exterminate them all now.”
Ye Yunfei teleported the people inside the Phantom Tower out and then led the way into the Qianhai World Cluster.
“Halt! All outsiders entering or leaving the Qianhai World Cluster must be inspected!”
Ahead, a small patrol team appeared, blocking the path. The members of this patrol squad, seeing the large group of powerful individuals Ye Yunfei was leading, were so frightened their legs went soft. They all hurriedly sent messages using the communication jade slips they carried.
“Where is the headquarters of the Jinsha Gang?”
Ye Yunfei asked.
“Why are you looking for the Jinsha Gang?” a man from the patrol team asked, gathering his courage.
“Answer whatever Young Master Ye asks you!” Kong Lao stepped forward, releasing the energy aura of a Perfected Heavenly Immortal, suppressing the man.
The man couldn't withstand it and was pressed directly to the ground.
“Spare me, Lord Heavenly Immortal! I am a disciple of the Jinsha Gang! The elders of the gang sent me here to participate in the defense and patrol work for this World Cluster!”
The man pleaded desperately for mercy and deliberately mentioned his affiliation. The Jinsha Gang was one of the strongest factions within the Qianhai World Cluster; under normal circumstances, no one would provoke them.
“Perfect. Take me to your Jinsha Gang headquarters immediately. I have business with your gang leader.”
Ye Yunfei said coldly.
“Very well. Please follow me, honored ones.”
Knowing the immense strength of these people before him, and understanding that defiance might lead to his immediate death, the man had no choice but to agree. He then led the way into the Qianhai World Cluster.
As he walked ahead, the man secretly used his communication jade slip to report the situation to the elders at headquarters. Ye Yunfei naturally perceived the man's actions clearly but paid them no mind.
Meanwhile, inside the headquarters of the Jinsha Gang in the Qianhai World Cluster...
“What? A group of people with unknown origins suddenly barged in from outside the Qianhai World Cluster and specifically asked to come to our Jinsha Gang headquarters?”
An elder who had been in secluded cultivation suddenly stood up, a look of shock on his face.
“This could be a major incident. I must report to the gang leader immediately!”
The elder immediately left his cultivation chamber to report the matter to the gang leader.
“How do the two Dark Venerables view this?”
Upon receiving the report, the Jinsha Gang leader turned his gaze to two black-robed elders sitting to the side, speaking in a respectful tone. The Jinsha Gang had long since pledged allegiance to the Dark Faction and was now a subordinate force. Over the years, with the Dark Faction's support, the Jinsha Gang's strength had increased significantly, its influence subtly surpassing all other major powers in the Qianhai World Cluster.
Recently, a large group from the Dark Faction had suddenly arrived, taking up residence in the Jinsha Gang headquarters, led by two terrifyingly powerful Dark Venerables.
“It's fine. Let them come. Our Dark Faction dominates the Chaotic Void Sea; we haven't feared anyone yet.”
One of the Dark Venerables slowly said.
These two Dark Venerables were both Perfected Heavenly Immortals of the Nines Returned to Origin rank and had cultivated many of the Dark Faction's core inheritances, making their combat power extremely strong.
“Understood. We will follow the intentions of the two Venerables. We will let them come to headquarters.”
The Jinsha Gang leader quickly said. In truth, these two Dark Venerables were now the ones truly issuing orders within the Jinsha Gang, and he had to obey them.
Not long after, guided by the man from the Jinsha Gang, Ye Yunfei arrived with his large force before a relatively sizable world.
“Our Jinsha Gang headquarters is within the Jinsha Realm.”
The man pointed ahead.
“Most of the Dark Faction members are indeed hiding inside the Jinsha Gang headquarters. Let's go in.”
After sensing the world before him, Ye Yunfei snorted coldly, then waved his hand, leading the way into the Jinsha Realm.
“Young man, who are you? What is your purpose in bringing so many people to our Jinsha Gang headquarters?”
Before Ye Yunfei could even reach the entrance of the Jinsha Realm, a voice rang out from within.
An elder then emerged from the Jinsha Realm at the head of a large group of fighters.
“Greetings, Gang Leader! Gang Leader, it was this young man who forced me to lead the way!”
The guide immediately rushed forward to kowtow and then pointed at Ye Yunfei, loudly proclaiming. With the gang leader and so many experts present, the man suddenly felt much more confident.
“How bold you are, young man! You dare to bully our Jinsha Gang members?”
The gang leader’s face darkened as he spoke coldly.
“So it's Ye Yunfei! We haven't even gone looking for him, and he actually sought us out here!”
At that moment, two black-robed elders standing not far behind the gang leader stared at Ye Yunfei with astonished gazes. These two elders were precisely the two Dark Venerables of the Dark Faction.
“How dare you Dark Faction members appear before me again!”
Ye Yunfei completely ignored the gang leader, his icy gaze locking onto the two Dark Venerables behind him.
Rumble…
Seeing that Ye Yunfei was already aware of their identities, the two Dark Venerables stopped pretending. They simultaneously released powerful Dark Energy and stepped forward, confronting Ye Yunfei.
Two formidable waves of Dark Energy surged imposingly, suppressing towards Ye Yunfei.
“Your Dark Faction committed grievous bloodshed against the inhabitants of our Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds back then. It's time to collect some interest.”
Ye Yunfei’s voice was as cold as ice.
The Dark Faction had waged several world-annihilating wars within the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds in order to nurture that Yin Seed, resulting in the deaths of countless innocent lives. To the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, the Dark Faction was the greatest enemy.
“Ye Yunfei, we came specifically for you! That Yin Seed belongs to our Dark Faction! Hand it over immediately, or you will die without a proper burial!”
The two Dark Venerables simultaneously advanced, dark scythes with strange shapes appearing in their hands, radiating bone-chilling auras.
Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao rushed forward in unison, positioning themselves in front of Ye Yunfei and confronting the two Dark Venerables.
“How dare you disrespect Young Master Ye! Prepare to die!”
Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao roared simultaneously, then lunged to attack the two Dark Venerables.
“How dare you two think you can fight us!”
The two Dark Venerables looked down on Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao completely. Although they shared the same realm, their actual combat power far surpassed that of ordinary Perfected Heavenly Immortals, making them virtually invincible among peers.
Sure enough, moments later, Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao were forced into continuous retreat.
“As expected of a Dark Faction Heavenly Immortal!”
Both Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao were somewhat startled in their hearts.
However, Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao knew that with Ye Yunfei present, even if they were defeated, they wouldn't be in mortal danger. Thus, they remained relatively calm.
Another moment later, Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao were simultaneously sent flying, retreating at extreme speed, mouths spurting blood.
“Young Master Ye, the combat power of these two is too formidable. We are no match for them.”
Kong Lao and Ouyang Tao felt somewhat ashamed.
“I'll deal with them.”
Ye Yunfei nodded.
“It's your turn, kid.”
The two Dark Venerables simultaneously pounced towards Ye Yunfei. He was their primary target.
Ye Yunfei unleashed his Heart Force Lock. Two invisible shackles instantly bound the bodies of the Dark Venerables.
Both Dark Venerables collapsed simultaneously, suppressed until they were pinned to the ground, unable to move.
“Young Master Ye’s strength is terrifying!”
Witnessing this scene, Ouyang Tao and Kong Lao felt both ashamed and shocked. The two of them had fought for so long yet were still defeated, while Ye Yunfei stood there with his hands clasped behind his back, not even moving a finger, and had already subdued the two Dark Venerables.
The two Dark Venerables were suppressed by the Heart Force Lock, struggling desperately. The Dark Energy and Dark Laws within their bodies churned wildly, trying to erupt, but were firmly locked down by the Heart Force Lock, rendered utterly useless.
“Let's try the Soul Force Planet Method.”
Looking at these two immobilized Dark Venerables before him, Ye Yunfei had a thought.
He immediately activated the Soul Force Planet Method.
In the next instant, a gigantic Soul Force Planet appeared inside the Soul Sea of one of the Dark Venerables. The Soul Force Planet Method worked like other Soul Force Martial Arts. It could first decompose into Soul Power and Soul Laws, instantly appearing inside the enemy's Soul Sea, then re-condense into a Soul Force Planet. The attack speed and method were virtually impossible to defend against.
“What is this?”
Gazing at the immense Soul Force Planet that had suddenly appeared inside his Soul Sea, that Dark Venerable instantly paled, his voice trembling.
Rumble…
The enormous Soul Force Planet attacked towards the Soul Body of this Dark Venerable. Mysterious runes erupted from the Soul Force Planet, blotting out the sky and wrapping around the Dark Venerable's Soul Body.
Due to the frighteningly potent Soul Power radiating from the Soul Force Planet, the Dark Venerable's Soul Body was so suppressed it could barely breathe. How could it possibly engage in combat? It immediately turned to flee.
But very soon, the overwhelming mysterious runes completely enveloped the Dark Venerable's Soul Body.
“Ahhhh…”
The Soul Body of this Dark Venerable emitted a blood-curdling scream.
However, the mysterious runes erupting from the Soul Force Planet had already sealed off this Dark Venerable's Soul Sea. The agonized cries from his Soul Body simply could not be transmitted outward.
The others heard nothing.
Within less than three breaths of time, the Soul Body of this Dark Venerable was completely devoured by the Soul Force Planet.
Ye Yunfei sensed that the volume of the Soul Force Planet increased slightly immediately afterwards.
“So the Soul Force Planet can also devour the opponent's Soul Body, converting its Soul Power for my own use.”
Ye Yunfei nodded with satisfaction.
Then, with a thought from Ye Yunfei, the Soul Force Planet began to transform. In less than one breath of time, it had completely taken on the appearance of the Dark Venerable's recently destroyed Soul Body. Not only in appearance, but even its Soul Body aura was identical—indistinguishable from the original.
*After destroying the opponent's Soul Body, transform into their Soul Body, occupy their Soul Sea, and then control their physical body and actions! This was one of the magical applications of the Soul Force Planet.*
In the next instant, this Dark Venerable stood up.
“Hei Yan, I have decided from this moment on to follow Young Master Ye! You should come with me. From now on, we two will become Young Master Ye's most loyal servants!”
This Dark Venerable said to the other.
Of course, the one speaking was actually the Soul Body simulated by the Soul Force Planet.
“What's going on?”
Witnessing this, everyone around was bewildered. People from the Jinsha Gang and Ye Yunfei's side alike couldn't understand what was happening.
“Hei Lin, have you gone mad? How dare you utter such treasonous words! Are you planning to betray our Dark Faction?! Even if we can't defeat this brat surnamed Ye, our Dark Faction has Demigod-level powerhouses, even Perfected Demigods! No matter how strong Ye Yunfei is, he cannot withstand the wrath of our Dark Faction. Following him is nothing but a dead end!”
The Dark Venerable named Hei Yan was shocked and furious.
“By the time those old bastards from the Dark Faction get here, we'll both have been exterminated body and soul. Under the current circumstances, pledging ourselves to Young Master Ye is our best choice. Offending Young Master Ye means the Dark Faction will surely meet a terrible end.”
The Dark Venerable named Hei Lin smiled.
“Hei Lin, you actually want to defect!”
Hei Yan roared in anger.
“The Soul Force Planet Method is truly incomparably profound!”
Seeing this, Ye Yunfei couldn't help but nod in satisfaction. This Dark Venerable named Hei Lin had already perished long ago; it was the Soul Force Planet controlling his every move. Yet the Dark Venerable named Hei Yan couldn't distinguish the real from the fake. This showed how perfectly the Soul Force Planet simulated Hei Lin's Soul Body, its aura indistinguishable from the original.
*In the future, through the Soul Force Planet, I can easily control creatures whose Soul Power is weaker than mine, thus infiltrating the enemy's camp without anyone ever knowing. And later, after I cultivate more Soul Force Planets, I'll be able to control even more creatures simultaneously.*
Ye Yunfei thought inwardly, feeling quite pleased with this Soul Force Planet Method.
In the past, Ye Yunfei had cultivated the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Technique of the Soul Race, which could control numerous creatures, turning them into slaves. However, the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Technique was a relatively low-level Soul Force Martial Art, only suitable for controlling creatures of very weak strength. As a creature's strength and realm increased, the difficulty of controlling them grew exponentially. Controlling a Golden Immortal or Heavenly Immortal's Soul Body using the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Technique was impossible.
Now, with the Soul Force Planet Method, in a sense, Ye Yunfei possessed yet another Soul Force Martial Art capable of 'controlling' others.
Although, to be more precise, the Soul Force Planet Method didn't control the opponent's Soul Body; it devoured it and then *became* it.