The Tianyan Divine Pearl!
Ye Yunfei quickly reached out and took the red box. Perceiving it with his Soul Power energy, he found it contained endless fire energy and fire laws, an aura of extreme heat slowly seeping out.
"Thank you, senior!"
Ye Yunfei said loudly.
This thank you was directed at the Celestial Flame Divine Bird.
The Fire Bird Clan elder had made it clear just now: he needed to seek permission from that soul power imprint of the Celestial Flame Divine Bird before gifting this Tianyan Divine Pearl to Ye Yunfei.
"Young man, there is one more thing the Celestial Flame Divine Bird asked me to pass to you."
The Fire Bird Clan elder spoke and extended his hand. A fiery red longsword appeared in his palm, blazing with fierce flames as if currently burning.
"Young man, this is the Sky Flame Sword. It was forged by the Celestial Flame Divine Bird using one of his own life-force feathers, fused and smelted with various other precious genius treasures.
The Celestial Flame Divine Bird said you are the successor of Lord Jian Shenzi. He and Jian Shenzi were close friends in the past, so he presents this Sky Flame Sword to you as a meeting gift.
Being Jian Shenzi's successor, you must be skilled in swordsmanship. This Sky Flame Sword should be quite useful for you."
The Fire Bird Clan elder explained.
"This is a meeting gift from the Celestial Flame Divine Bird to me?"
Ye Yunfei looked at the sword spouting crimson flames before him, sensing the astounding fire energy and fire laws emanating from it. He felt pleasantly surprised.
"Yes, young man, please accept it. The friendship between the Celestial Flame Divine Bird and Lord Jian Shenzi was truly excellent back then.
Lord Jian Shenzi once stayed in our world, sitting with the Celestial Flame Divine Bird discussing the Dao, while also talking about the major trends across the entire Void Sea.
I was right there serving tea and water, witnessing it with my own eyes."
The Fire Bird Clan elder said to Ye Yunfei, then handed him the Sky Flame Sword.
"Since that is the case, then I shall humbly accept it.
Thank you, senior, for the kind gift of this treasured sword!"
Ye Yunfei took the Sky Flame Sword and spoke gratefully towards the distant red palace atop the volcanic crater.
"Senior, although the immediate crisis for your Fire Bird Clan has been temporarily resolved, it is highly likely those guys are still waiting outside. You must be careful."
Ye Yunfei said to the Fire Bird Clan elder.
"I understand. For this period, our Fire Bird Clan members will all remain here and temporarily not venture outside.
We will only go out after those fellows leave.
In fact, this Ancestral Hall is the place within our world with the densest and most refined fire energy and fire laws.
For us Fire Bird Clan, residing and cultivating here is more conducive to cultivation and breakthrough advancement.
Therefore, we plan to stay here for a while."
The Fire Bird Clan elder replied.
"That is good. It is indeed safest for your Fire Bird Clan to remain here."
Ye Yunfei nodded.
As long as the Fire Bird Clan stayed inside this palace, even a Perfected Demigod would pose no fear.
"Young man, why not stay here as well? We will certainly entertain you well.
You are a benefactor of our Fire Bird Clan. Our clan has always been clear about grudges and favors, repaying both."
The Fire Bird Clan elder said to Ye Yunfei.
"Thank you for your kind offer, senior, but I still have some matters to attend to.
So I must take my leave now."
Ye Yunfei answered.
"Young man, you plan to leave right now?
But every one of those outsiders harbors hostility toward you. If you go out now, they will likely attack you again."
Hearing that Ye Yunfei intended to leave immediately, the Fire Bird Clan elder couldn't help but feel worried.
"It's alright. They can't do anything to me.
Even if I can't defeat them all, hurting me won't be so easy for them."
Ye Yunfei answered with a smile.
"Senior, I bid you farewell."
Ye Yunfei said to the Fire Bird Clan elder.
"Young man, you are welcome to visit us again whenever you are free. Our Fire Bird Clan will always welcome you."
The Fire Bird Clan elder said sincerely.
"Alright. If an opportunity arises in the future, I will return to see you all."
Ye Yunfei nodded, then turned and began to leave in the distance.
At this time, those people from earlier had long since fled far from the volcanic region. They all stood outside the volcanic area, each one filled with shock and fury.
Everyone had entered this world aiming for the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasures.
But now, not only had they failed to obtain any of the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasures, they had instead suffered such severe danger.
Especially the people from the Shen Family and the Demon Race; almost more than half of them had died—a truly heavy loss.
Most of the other strong individuals had also suffered injuries. For example, that green-robed man, while fleeing earlier, had both his legs blown apart by the terrifying energy sweeping out from behind him. He was already injured.
Only a very small number, the absolute strongest few, remained completely unharmed.
"How could such terrifying, mysterious energy erupt from within that palace?
Just who attacked us?
It definitely couldn't have been those Fire Bird Clan people, and it shouldn't be that kid Ye Yunfei either.
If that kid were so powerful, he wouldn't have fought with us for so long earlier."
An Advanced Demigod couldn't resist speaking out.
He was drenched in blood, his body covered in cracks from being shaken by the terrifying energy that had emerged from the palace, but thankfully, he was not in mortal danger.
"Everyone, do you think it could have been the Celestial Flame Divine Bird making a move?
Having thought it over, even if there was a Perfected Demigod master inside that palace, they couldn't have unleashed such a terrifying attack."
A demigod guessed.
"The Celestial Flame Divine Bird acted?"
Hearing this demigod master's words, the other strong individuals all reacted with alarm, their expressions filled with apprehension.
"How could it be the Celestial Flame Divine Bird making a move?
The Celestial Flame Divine Bird is an ancient divine bird. It must have perished long ago, right?"
Another demigod nearby chimed in.
"It wouldn't necessarily be the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's true body.
Because even a mere projection left behind by the Celestial Flame Divine Bird would probably be more than we could handle.
They say that in ancient times, even ordinary Deities wouldn't dare provoke the Celestial Flame Divine Bird. A projection left behind by such a powerful being would certainly be terrifying, not something we demigods could afford to provoke."
A demigod spoke gravely, his tone slow.
"If there really is a projection of the Celestial Flame Divine Bird within that palace, then we likely have no chance to go back in. What a shame."
Another demigod said slowly.
"Right, has anyone noticed?
That kid Ye Yunfei hasn't come out yet.
Could he have been killed by that mysterious energy that swept out from the palace?"
Suddenly, a demigod asked.
"If that were true, that would be just wonderful. That kid would have gotten the punishment he deserves."
The Shen Family's Perfected Demigod said with malicious delight.
"No, that kid Ye Yunfei is completely fine.
Earlier, I discovered that mysterious energy seemed specifically targeted at us.
That kid Ye Yunfei didn't seem to be affected at all. I personally saw him standing there as that mysterious energy passed by his side, as if it had its own consciousness and actively avoided him.
The kid even had the interest and leisure to observe our frantic escape, which infuriated me terribly at the time."
A man dressed in white said.
"What?
That mysterious energy actually avoided that kid Ye Yunfei?"
The others, hearing the white-clothed man's words, felt quite displeased.
"In that case, that mysterious energy must certainly be connected to the Fire Bird Clan.
I suspect that kid Ye Yunfei has secretly colluded with someone from the Fire Bird Clan.
His sudden move earlier to stop us from attacking the palace gate was likely because he had already secretly reached some agreement with the Fire Bird Clan, which is why he acted to help them.
If that's truly the case, then Ye Yunfei would most likely have a chance to obtain the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasures.
Could it be that the Fire Bird Clan promised to gift the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasures to that kid Ye Yunfei, and that's why he helped them by stopping us?"
The Demon Race's Perfected Demigod spoke slowly, his expression extremely gloomy.
"That is really possible."
The others also nodded one after another.
Everyone's expressions were unpleasant. They had fought desperately, gained nothing, suffered heavy losses, and in the end, Ye Yunfei might have snatched the benefit. This situation was hard for them to accept.
"That kid Ye Yunfei is utterly hateful.
My Shen Family has lost so many people, and that debt must be charged to his account."
A Shen Family Advanced Heavenly Immortal gritted his teeth and said.
"Brother Ye, you are indeed worthy of your reputation!
Single-handedly running circles around all of us—it's no wonder that senior Cui Hong thinks so highly of you."
Jin Yuehai said slowly.
"Ye Yunfei, I have remembered you."
The green-robed man said through gritted teeth, his expression filled with bitter hatred.
"I never imagined so many of us would be made fools by that kid Ye Yunfei. His reputation is well-deserved!
But he makes enemies everywhere—I wonder how long he can keep this up.
I believe he will pay a heavy price one day because of his arrogance."
The youth from Tianhuang Forbidden Land spoke coldly, his words dripping with venom.
"Everyone, I suggest we wait here for that kid Ye Yunfei to come out, and then settle accounts with him.
It's best if he *has* gotten the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasures. In that case, we can join forces to kill him, and then divide up the treasures he obtained.
I've heard this kid Ye Yunfei once obtained treasures left behind by two Deities, so he should have quite a few good items on him."
Xu Tianjian suddenly spoke up.
"I agree!
That kid Ye Yunfei is arrogant, cruel, murderous, and extremely vengeful.
Any faction or individual who offends him, he will find a way to get revenge on.
We all attacked him not long ago; he's surely already bearing a grudge against us. If given the chance later, he'll likely come seeking revenge.
That kid's talent is not bad, his growth speed a bit alarming. If he continues like this, one day we won't be able to deal with him.
So let's seize this chance, everyone wait here and kill him together, to eradicate any future trouble."
The Demon Race's Perfected Demigod then declared loudly.
Hearing the Demon Race Perfected Demigod's words, the others felt a chill run through their hearts.
Ye Yunfei's exploits had already spread throughout the Chaotic Void Sea.
Especially the conflicts between Ye Yunfei and those famous major forces in the Chaotic Void Sea were already widely known.
Ye Yunfei had repeatedly struck out against those major factions, killing many of their people and destroying quite a few of their branch outposts.
Now, in everyone's minds, Ye Yunfei was a vicious, ruthless person who was absolutely certain to take revenge.
To be remembered by such a person, the consequences could be serious.
This was especially true for powerful families like the Shen Family and the Demon Race with vast assets. If targeted for revenge, the casualties would be immense.
"Alright, let's all wait here together. We'll kill that kid when he comes out, and remove a future threat."
Someone nodded in agreement.
"Yes! That kid Ye Yunfei is too damn hateful!
We can't miss this chance to kill him."
Another voice shouted.
Then all the rest nodded, signaling their assent.
Even Immortal Maiden Qingxia nodded in agreement. She too suspected Ye Yunfei might have obtained the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasure, and she intended to wait and see.
"Everyone, before Ye Yunfei emerges, let's prepare some arrangements here."
An Advanced Demigod declared loudly.
"Here's an idea. Let's set up spatial formations across this region.
This is the must-pass route. When that kid comes out, we can immediately join forces to lock down space to prevent his escape.
And if anyone else has additional measures, don't hold back either. Use everything."
The Advanced Demigod added.
In the time that followed, these masters all began applying their own methods, setting up various arrangements across the space.
"There is something peculiar ahead. I can already feel various energies and restrictions aimed at sealing space."
It was at this moment that Hun Lao suddenly sent Ye Yunfei a sound transmission.
"Looks like those guys from earlier are definitely behind this.
If it's not aimed at you, then it's aimed at the Fire Bird Clan."
Appearing by Ye Yunfei's side, the Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm spoke up after perceiving the space ahead.
"It's aimed at me.
Because they know the Fire Bird Clan will hide in the palace, and won't venture out until they have left."
Ye Yunfei looked ahead and sneered coldly.
"They suspect I have colluded with the Fire Bird Clan, and they think I likely have already obtained the Celestial Flame Divine Bird's treasures, so they've waited here specifically to gang up on me."
Ye Yunfei continued.
"Did you receive a transmission from one of your clones?"
Hun Lao asked.
"Yes. I released a Doppelganger earlier, and had it follow that guy. So I know they have laid down all sorts of preparations ahead, specifically meant to deal with me."
Ye Yunfei nodded and answered.
Earlier, Ye Yunfei had secretly released a Doppelganger to stealthily follow Xu Tianjian.
Because Ye Yunfei planned to move against Xu Tianjian, to seize the six Innate Jianmu trunks he had and give them to Hun Lao for cultivation use.