"Do not worry, Senior, I will devote myself wholeheartedly to cultivation."
Ye Yunfei hastened to reply.
"Senior, may I ask a question? Are many Deities of ancient times from our Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds buried within the Colorless Abyss?"
Ye Yunfei inquired.
"Yes. It is true that Deities from the ancient era of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds reside within the Colorless Abyss. Moreover, only Deities who were truly powerful are able to have their remains rest there."
The old man nodded and answered.
"So it seems the Colorless Abyss is truly a tomb region for Deities, and it houses more than just one. Even in death, these powerful Deities still protect the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds,"
Hun Lao transmitted his voice secretly.
"Those Deities were formidable beings from the ancient times of our world cluster. It's not strange that they continue to shelter their descendants even after their fall,"
Ye Yunfei said.
"However, the Colorless Abyss is also a forbidden zone. Beyond being the resting place of ancient Deities, there are other dreadful presences within. You mustn't entertain the thought of entering. It's easy to inadvertently offend a terrible existence inside, and it's extremely dangerous. Even I must tread cautiously when venturing within; there are some beings there I dare not provoke."
The old man looked at Ye Yunfei and reminded him.
"Senior, please rest assured. I will not enter the Colorless Abyss. I was merely curious."
Ye Yunfei responded. At the same time, he was inwardly startled. Judging by the elder's tone, it seemed he could freely enter the Colorless Abyss, though he had to be careful.
"Mm, good," the old man nodded.
"Alright, Young Master Ye, you should return and focus on your cultivation. We shall meet again when time permits."
The old man said to Ye Yunfei.
"Very well. We shall not disturb you further, Senior."
Ye Yunfei, understanding the situation perfectly, immediately rose with Hun Lao and the others and took his leave.
"I will see you out."
The old man nodded, pointing with his hand. Before the pavilion, a spatial passage tore open.
Ye Yunfei, leading Hun Lao and the others, hurriedly stepped into the spatial passage. A powerful teleportation energy instantly enveloped them, and the transmission began.
In the next moment, Ye Yunfei found he had already left that Small World and returned to the void of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds.
"That senior's cultivation in spatial laws is truly profound. I feel inferior. While inside the spatial passage he created, I sensed it was filled with incredibly advanced spatial energy and laws, along with numerous spatial runes I cannot yet comprehend. If only I could contemplate within it for a period of time, my spatial cultivation would undoubtedly improve,"
the Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm remarked with a sigh, standing in the void and gazing back at the spot where the spatial passage had been.
"Impossible. That was merely a temporary spatial passage; it would have automatically dissipated shortly. However, that senior's spatial cultivation is indeed highly accomplished—even I cannot match it."
Hun Lao shook his head.
"That senior's true form must be an incredibly powerful Deity. Though he is just a wisp of obsession, he surely inherited a portion of his original body's memories—memories of a Deity's level—so his spatial cultivation naturally wouldn't be weak."
Ye Yunfei stated.
"I plan to go into seclusion for a period of time,"
Ye Yunfei announced.
"Me too. I drank so much of that tea earlier; my belly is full of insights. I'll take advantage of this opportunity to enter seclusion and properly comprehend them,"
the Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm immediately said.
"Me as well, Master. I also need to enter seclusion for cultivation. The effect of that tea is immensely potent. After drinking it, the quality of my entire Soul Body has significantly improved, and my comprehension has become much sharper. I want to dive deep into contemplation."
Hu Miao spoke up next.
Following her, Hun Lao and Huang Shang also expressed their desire to enter seclusion for comprehension.
"Then I shall join you in seclusion as well. My harvest from consuming those petals is also great. My mind is much more agile now, and my thoughts flow smoothly. Cultivating in such a state will undoubtedly yield even better results."
Xiaoyao Banshen said.
"Senior Xiaoyao, your injuries have completely healed. When do you think you can attempt the Deification Tribulation again?"
Ye Yunfei asked. Xiaoyao Banshen had been interrupted by the Watchers during his last attempt, not only disrupting the tribulation but also inflicting injuries, from which he had only recovered recently.
"My injuries have indeed healed, but wanting to usher in the Deification Tribulation again isn't that simple. Undertaking the Deification Tribulation depends on timing, advantageous location, favorable conditions, and even fortune. Last time, after suppressing it for so long, I finally welcomed the tribulation, only for it to be sabotaged by those Watchers. Who knows when I'll be able to usher it in again now. We'll have to wait slowly; there's no hurrying such matters."
Xiaoyao Banshen sighed.
"That's true. Next time you face the Deification Tribulation, let's find a better, safer place. We'll protect you then."
Ye Yunfei said.
"I hope so. If I become a Deity then, I'll be able to shelter all of you."
Xiaoyao Banshen replied.
"You're not saying this for the first time. We've been waiting for you to shelter us all along,"
the Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm interjected from the side.
"Just wait. That day will come."
Xiaoyao Banshen affirmed.
"Alright. Since everyone is preparing for seclusion, let's begin."
Ye Yunfei said.
Subsequently, Ye Yunfei found a secluded world within the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, located a pristine, ancient forest, ventured deep within, set up a formation-protected spatial area, and then entered the Phantom Tower to commence his seclusion.
Ye Yunfei first took out the two spatial rings gifted to him by the elder not long ago.
There's another batch of Divine Crystals!
Besides Divine Crystals, there were also some relatively rare energy crystals, such as spatial energy crystals, temporal energy crystals, Soul Force energy crystals, mental energy crystals...
Ye Yunfei discovered these were precisely the kinds of energy crystals he needed. It seemed the elder had intentionally gifted these specific energy crystals based on Ye Yunfei's actual circumstances.
What pleasantly surprised Ye Yunfei even more was that aside from vast quantities of energy crystals, the two spatial rings contained many other various treasures and natural treasures. Among them were a significant number of Deity-level artifacts: five Deity-level magical artifacts, several Deity-level natural treasures, and three Divine Pills.
As Ye Yunfei inventoried the various treasures within the two spatial rings, he felt immense excitement. Deity-level magical artifacts, Divine Pills, and Deity-level natural treasures—these were items he had never come into contact with before, and now he had obtained so many all at once. He understood the immeasurable value of the contents within these two rings.
"Too precious! That senior truly gave me an immensely generous gift!"
Gratitude filled Ye Yunfei's heart to the brim.
"This one Divine Pill seems to contain extremely concentrated Soul Force energy. Could it be a Divine Pill specifically designed to elevate Soul Force energy?"
Ye Yunfei suddenly noticed one of the three Divine Pills emanating rich Soul Force energy and pondered silently.
He immediately brought that pill over and released his own Soul Power to probe it.
Boom!
A powerful influx of Soul Power information surfaced from the Divine Pill.
"It turns out this Divine Pill is called Great Soul Pill,"
Ye Yunfei learned some information about the pill by absorbing that surge of Soul Power information.
"Divine Pills truly differ from ordinary pills. They can even carry relevant Soul Force information like this."
Ye Yunfei couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
"Young Master Ye, I advise you not to attempt refining this Divine Pill now. If not handled correctly, it could not only offer no benefits but potentially harm your Soul Body."
Just as Ye Yunfei contemplated whether to refine this Divine Pill, a mental transmission suddenly echoed within his soul sea.
"Thank you for your warning, Senior!"
Ye Yunfei was startled and hurriedly replied. He knew this elder would not deceive him. If he did attempt refinement, he might genuinely injure his Soul Body, which would be troublesome. For cultivators, injury to the Soul Body constituted true injury and was the most difficult to recover from.
"You should concentrate on steadily cultivating your energy, striving to become a Nine-Nine Return to True Immortal-level Perfect Demigod earlier. Why not hold onto this Great Soul Pill and refine it when you undergo the Deification Tribulation in the future? It might assist you during the trial."
The elder's mental transmission resonated in Ye Yunfei's soul sea once more.
"I understand, Senior."
Ye Yunfei nodded hastily, stored the three Divine Pills away, and the elder's voice did not reappear.
"That senior is truly too kind to me, gifting me so many invaluable treasures and even keeping an eye on my cultivation progress."
Ye Yunfei felt immense gratitude inwardly. He suspected the elder was likely a wisp of Soul Force imprint left behind by some formidable figure from the ancient era of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds—one who must have held deep affection for this world cluster. Thus, even now, this wisp of imprint continued to protect it.
"Everyone, take some Divine Crystals for your cultivation."
Ye Yunfei took out a batch of Divine Crystals and distributed them among Hun Lao and the others. Each person received several hundred pieces.
"What other types of cultivation resources do you need? If there's anything you require, don't hesitate to tell me. We'll distribute based on need."
Ye Yunfei spoke again, sharing information about the other cultivation resources in the two spatial rings besides the Divine Crystals. Of course, he did not mention those Deity-level natural treasures, magical artifacts, or the Divine Pills. These Deity-level treasures were things even Ye Yunfei himself couldn't use yet, let alone the others.
Then, Ye Yunfei allocated additional cultivation resources according to everyone's needs. Each person received a batch of precious cultivation resources before they began their respective secluded cultivation sessions.
"That senior infused the Dao Law of Wood directly into my soul sea, accompanied by a divine ability related to Wood Law. Very well. I'll cultivate the Nine Yang Ancient Scripture while simultaneously practicing the Law of Wood."
Ye Yunfei pondered for a moment and made his decision.
He then arranged a batch of Divine Crystals and other cultivation resources around himself and began circulating the Nine Yang Ancient Scripture.
Within his body, all eight Primordial Divine Meridians fully manifested, incessantly devouring the energy contained within the cultivation resources surrounding him.
Each Divine Crystal contained a staggering amount of energy—energy of Deity-level quality. This energy was of immense benefit to Ye Yunfei. He discovered that refining and absorbing it caused the volume of his eight Primordial Divine Meridians to continuously expand and enlarge. The larger these veins grew, the more energy they could contain, directly translating to an increase in the quantity and intensity of energy within Ye Yunfei's body.
While cultivating the Nine Yang Ancient Scripture, Ye Yunfei also released the nine divine beasts of the Nine Palaces Totem Wheel, took out another large batch of cultivation resources, and allowed these beasts to devour them. Ye Yunfei had never neglected the cultivation of this Nine Palaces Totem Wheel technique, and now the strength of these nine divine beasts was growing increasingly formidable.
Subsequently, Ye Yunfei began utilizing one of his soul bodies to cultivate the Law of Wood.
The elder had already imprinted a flow of Soul Power information regarding the Law of Wood into Ye Yunfei's soul sea. This information primarily contained detailed explanations of the Greater Dao Law of Wood and various insights and realizations.
Ye Yunfei first spent time meticulously reading through the Soul Power information implanted by the elder a dozen times repeatedly. Then, he began to cultivate and comprehend the Greater Dao Law of Wood, using the 'Law Principles Compendium' as reference.
Having already mastered seven Greater Dao Laws and deeply studied the Law Principles Compendium before, Ye Yunfei possessed a fairly profound understanding of Dao Laws. Therefore, grasping the Law of Wood presented no difficulty for him.
As time flowed by, Ye Yunfei's mastery and understanding of the Greater Dao Law of Wood deepened. Simultaneously, the eight Primordial Divine Meridians within his body grew increasingly expansive—now they could be aptly described as eight vast oceans.
Furthermore, after consuming massive amounts of cultivation resources, the energy aura radiating from the colossal frames of the nine divine beasts was also becoming increasingly powerful.
Unconsciously, within the Phantom Tower, three years passed. Three years later, Ye Yunfei suddenly opened his eyes.
"My lightning tribulation is approaching again."
Ye Yunfei stood up and exited the Phantom Tower, finding the sky above already densely overcast with dark clouds. Thick bolts of lightning swam wildly within the oppressive cloud layers. However, Ye Yunfei was still in the phase of evading tribulation. He immediately sat down and began employing various aura-suppressing techniques to conceal his energy signature and avoid the tribulation.
Before long, Ye Yunfei once again successfully evaded this tribulation.
Following this, he returned to the Phantom Tower and continued his secluded cultivation.
Soon, another two years elapsed.
"I have finally mastered the Greater Dao Law of Wood,"
a gently exhaling Ye Yunfei, who was in seclusion, said with pleasant surprise.
"Next, I'll cultivate the divine ability Heaven-Spanning Divine Vine!"
Not only had that elder transmitted extensive information about the Greater Dao Law of Wood to Ye Yunfei, he had also imparted a divine ability named Heaven-Spanning Divine Vine. When used in battle, this divine ability, paired with the Law of Wood, could exert tremendous effect.
After learning about the functions and power of this divine ability, Ye Yunfei immediately resolved to master it.
Hence, in the time that followed, Ye Yunfei devoted one dedicated soul body and ten soul power globes to contemplating and cultivating Heaven-Spanning Divine Vine.