"No, I must report back immediately. Ye Yunfei must be eliminated. His growth rate is simply too fast, and his talent too terrifying. If this continues, he could very well become a Deity.
If he becomes a Deity, the threat he poses to our Guardian Faction will become even greater."
After a moment's thought, the lead Watcher spoke gravely, then turned and left.
Meanwhile, within that world, the members of the various factions—the Guardian Faction, Source Fire Sect, Dark Faction, and Heavenly God Hall—began to disperse one after another.
They had only utilized this world to set a trap and ambush those gullible Restorers. Now that the mission was over, they had no reason to stay any longer.
At the same time, Ye Yunfei was fleeing at full speed through the Chaotic Void Sea, the terrifying aura of the Deity at his back growing ever closer.
Though the Restorer Faction ship he was piloting was incredibly fast, constantly teleporting through space, putting immense distance between him and the world they had just left in mere moments, it was no match for the even swifter speed of the Dark Faction Deity in pursuit.
After all, this was a Deity. His mastery of the myriad Dao Laws of the world had reached an extremely high level, and the number of Dao Laws he commanded was something Ye Yunfei simply couldn't compare to.
Supported and empowered by this vast multitude of Dao Laws, the Dark Faction Deity's speed reached a breathtaking degree. With a single step, he could instantaneously traverse vast spatial distances.
"A Deity's speed is truly terrifying!"
Inside the ship, Ye Yunfei was already pushing the vessel with all his might, yet he still felt it was far too slow.
Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm and Hun Lao also worked beside him, utilizing spatial energy and spatial laws to help accelerate the ship. Yet, they still couldn't shake off the Dark Faction Deity pursuing them.
"Let's just keep fleeing as best we can for now," Hun Lao said. "If we are truly caught by that fellow, then we'll have no choice but to fight with everything we have."
"This Dark Faction Deity is one who achieved a breakthrough not long ago," Hun Lao continued. "Among Deities, he should be considered among the weakest. If we use all our methods, I wonder how many moves we could withstand before him."
"I definitely can't beat him," Ye Yunfei replied. "But I doubt I'd be finished in just a few moves."
If this had happened before, Ye Yunfei knew that facing a Deity would likely mean his death. However, his various abilities had seen immense improvement recently. In particular, after refining and absorbing a batch of Deity-level materials, the quality of his physical body had reached a truly considerable level.
Ye Yunfei believed that even if struck by a Deity, he wouldn't die instantly—though he would most certainly be injured.
"Enough talk," Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm interjected. "Let's think of every possible method to escape. Fighting a Deity is far too risky. We shouldn't underestimate a Deity's power.
A Deity can mobilize the Dao Laws of the world with a single thought or action. Without even needing to strike, they can summon the surrounding Dao Laws to suppress us. At that point, I fear we'd have no means of fighting back and would only be able to stand there and take the beating."
Even as they spoke, Ye Yunfei, Hun Lao, and Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm all strained to their limits, pushing the ship forward.
The ship was already at its top speed, yet the distance between them and the pursuing Dark Faction Deity continued to shrink.
"As expected of a famous young prodigy!
Ye Yunfei, you've actually managed to achieve such speed! Indeed, as the legends say, you possess astonishing power at such a young age. When I was your age, I was truly nowhere near your level!
However, you must understand a principle: throughout the ages, the world has never lacked geniuses. What it truly lacks are those geniuses who manage to *grow up*.
While your talent and potential are commendable, your attitude is far too arrogant and overbearing. Causing trouble everywhere is what has invited today's calamity upon you.
A young genius on the brink of death ceases to be a genius.
Today, I can personally strangle a young prodigy renowned throughout the entire Chaotic Void Sea. This feeling is truly quite pleasant!"
The Dark Faction Deity sneered coldly from behind.
Having pursued for a stretch of time without catching up, even he couldn't help but feel a secret sense of admiration.
He was a Deity, after all. With a mere wave of his hand or a simple movement, the surrounding void's Dao Laws all assisted him. Every Dao Law erupted with immense energy, propelling his body forward in spatial teleportation. It could be said he didn't need to expend any energy at all. With a single thought, the Dao Laws in the space around him would propel him forward, achieving a speed that seemed inconceivable to ordinary beings.
Yet even so, he had still failed to catch Ye Yunfei in a short time. From this alone, one could see just how formidable Ye Yunfei's strength was.
"Absolutely not. I must kill this brat. I cannot allow him to continue growing. Given the talent and power he's already displayed, he absolutely has the potential to become a Deity. By the time he becomes a Deity, I'll most likely be no match for him.
At that point, the tables will turn, and I'll be the one threatened by him."
Although he hadn't caught up to strike yet, from this pursuit alone, he had felt Ye Yunfei's terrifying strength. His killing intent toward Ye Yunfei grew even fiercer.
Then, the Dark Faction Deity suddenly accelerated. With every step he took, numerous chains of Time and Spatial Law manifested beneath his feet. These chains of Spacetime Law carried his feet, allowing each step to span vast distances of space and time.
"Not good! That fellow's speed has increased even more! We're about to be caught! A Deity is just too terrifying!" Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm cried out in alarm.
"There's no other way. If he truly catches up, we'll just have to fight for our lives," the silkworm added.
Just at that moment...
"Young Lord Ye, do not be concerned. Come towards my direction. I shall wait for that fellow here."
Ye Yunfei suddenly received a Sound Transmission.
"It's Elder—Master of Xiaoliang Temple!" Ye Yunfei immediately recognized the voice. It was indeed the master of the Xiaoliang Temple.
The Master of Xiaoliang Temple was already a Deity, and moreover, he stood on the side of the Restorer Faction.
He had participated in the battle at the Restorer Faction's main headquarters some time ago.
"Don't worry, everyone. Elder—Master of Xiaoliang Temple has arrived," Ye Yunfei told Hun Lao and Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm.
"Really?
That's wonderful news!" Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm instantly grew excited.
"Master of Xiaoliang Temple's strength is quite remarkable. Even though he also broke through to Deity not long ago, I believe his power is definitely superior to other newly-broken-through Deities," Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm said cheerfully.
"Master of Xiaoliang Temple's strength is indeed outstanding. Even as a Demigod, he was a powerhouse among his peers.
Generally speaking, those who are peerless experts upon reaching a higher realm remain peerless experts due to their innate talent," Hun Lao nodded in agreement.
The arrival of Master of Xiaoliang Temple lifted everyone's spirits. Ye Yunfei, following the indicated direction, steered the ship to race toward him.
Behind them, the Dark Faction Deity's speed continued to accelerate, closing in rapidly on Ye Yunfei's vessel.
"Hahaha... Brat, at this distance, do you really believe you can escape the pursuit of a Deity?
I advise you to give up fleeing. You no longer have any chance to escape my grasp!"
The Dark Faction Deity roared with laughter.
"Be still."
As he spoke, he extended his hand and made a grasping motion from afar, aimed at Ye Yunfei's ship.
*Whoosh...*
Ye Yunfei immediately saw numerous Law Chains, each radiating dazzling light and emanating frightening Law auras, extend from the surrounding space. These Law Chains belonged to different Laws, each displaying a different color. They were multi-hued and profoundly mysterious.
Under the combined effect of so many Law Chains, the space around the ship became completely sealed off. The ship's flying speed immediately began to plummet.
"Hahaha...
Brat, let's see you escape this!"
The Dark Faction Deity laughed uproariously.
"Thinking that I'll personally strangle a young prodigy is getting me quite excited!
Ye Yunfei, remember this: in your next life, be more low-key. Do not go around stirring up trouble everywhere, especially with people and forces you cannot afford to offend.
However, it's a pity that I will shatter both your physical form and your soul, leaving you no chance of entering samsara. So, you will not have another life."
As he spoke, the Dark Faction Deity drew nearer and nearer to Ye Yunfei.
"For a dignified Deity to take pride in bullying a young junior, I truly feel ashamed for you."
Just as the Dark Faction Deity was savoring his triumphant laughter, a cold, ridiculing voice suddenly rang out from ahead.
Then, Ye Yunfei felt an immense surge of energy erupt, forcibly shattering the sealing energy surrounding his ship. All the Law Chains instantaneously shattered and vanished without a trace.
Subsequently, a figure slowly stepped out from the space ahead, casting a cold gaze toward the Dark Faction Deity.
Ye Yunfei immediately urged his ship, moving it at its fastest speed, and arrived instantly by this figure's side.
"Many thanks for your assistance, Elder—Master," Ye Yunfei said gratefully.
"No need for such courtesy between us. These people, the moment they become Deities, they grow arrogant and tyrannical, acting as if the entire Chaotic Void Sea were theirs to command?"
Master of Xiaoliang Temple gave Ye Yunfei a nod as he spoke. By the end of his sentence, his gaze was once more fixed upon the distant Dark Faction Deity.
The Dark Faction Deity's expression shifted slightly upon seeing Master of Xiaoliang Temple appear. He promptly halted his advance.
As a fellow Deity, he could naturally sense that the power of the Master of Xiaoliang Temple was formidable. Without absolute confidence, he dared not recklessly advance to attack.
"To think you dare show your face," the Dark Faction Deity said, his eyes locked on the temple master.
"Why wouldn't I dare?
You all took advantage of my absence on urgent business to attack Xiaoliang Temple and slaughter my people. I have never forgotten that debt.
In due course, I will settle accounts with you, one by one. No matter which faction, no matter which individual—anyone who attacked Xiaoliang Temple that day shall not escape."
Master of Xiaoliang Temple's voice was bone-chillingly cold, laden with a thick, almost tangible killing intent. Each word was spoken with deliberate force.
"Urgent business?
Isn't it more accurate to say you fled upon hearing the news? If you had been at Xiaoliang Temple that day, you'd have been a dead man long ago. You want to settle accounts with us? Do you even possess the capability?"
The Dark Faction Deity sneered derisively.
"Elder—Master, what is this all about?"
Ye Yunfei, listening to this exchange between the two Deities, couldn't help but be inwardly startled. He immediately inquired with Master of Xiaoliang Temple.
"Our Xiaoliang Temple ran into some trouble a while ago."
Master of Xiaoliang Temple pointed a finger, transmitting a strand of information directly into Ye Yunfei's Soul Sea.
Upon absorbing this Soul Power information, Ye Yunfei instantly understood what had transpired.
It turned out that, not long ago, the Guardian Faction had assembled a large force to launch a surprise attack on Xiaoliang Temple. Led by several Deities, they had stormed into the sect's main headquarters, inflicting massive casualties.
And it just so happened that Master of Xiaoliang Temple had been absent from headquarters at that time.
"Elder—Master, rest assured. Count me in for seeking vengeance for Xiaoliang Temple.
From now on, for any faction or individual who participated in the invasion of Xiaoliang Temple that day, if I encounter them, I will certainly do my utmost to settle accounts with them."
Ye Yunfei declared earnestly.
Those who stormed into Xiaoliang Temple headquarters that day included, besides a few Deities, large numbers of personnel from several major factions. Ye Yunfei knew he couldn't defeat Deities, but dealing with the ordinary members of these factions shouldn't be too difficult for him.
"Your intention is enough; do not force yourself.
The vengeance of Xiaoliang Temple, I will take care of it myself."
Master of Xiaoliang Temple nodded toward Ye Yunfei with a faint smile.
"Ye Yunfei, you still want to help Xiaoliang Temple take revenge?
You can barely protect yourself! The moment you appear anywhere in the Chaotic Void Sea now, you'll immediately face relentless pursuit—a common enemy just asking to be chased down. You should worry about how to survive a little longer first."
The Dark Faction Deity shot a cold glance at Ye Yunfei.
Just then, Master of Xiaoliang Temple took a single step forward and instantly vanished. When he reappeared, he was right before the Dark Faction Deity. Without any warning, he threw a punch directly at his foe.
The speed he displayed was utterly horrifying—so fast the Dark Faction Deity barely had time to react.
"Come on then! You think I fear you?"
Although the Dark Faction Deity was not particularly keen on battling Master of Xiaoliang Temple—after all, even as a Demigod, the temple master had been a famously formidable figure in the Chaotic Void Sea whom few wished to provoke lightly—he was forced to act, having been pressed into a corner right in front of his opponent.
The Dark Faction Deity responded with a punch of his own, meeting the blow head-on.
*Boom!!!*
The two fists collided, unleashing a collision energy of terrifying magnitude that erupted outward from the point of impact, sweeping through all directions. Everything it touched was instantly annihilated—all matter, energy, and even laws.
The battle between Deities was truly horrifying, capable of apocalyptic destruction.
Their fists remained locked for a moment. The surrounding space began to show signs of collapse. Dense, spiderweb-like spatial cracks spread outwards, while the destructive energy released from the clash spread far and wide.
Even though he stood at a distance, Ye Yunfei felt immense pressure, forcing him to retreat repeatedly.
"Impossible!"
Suddenly, the Dark Faction Deity could hold his ground no longer. He was forced into a retreat, stumbling back five or six steps before barely stabilizing himself. Master of Xiaoliang Temple, however, stood firm and unmoving, a scornful smirk playing on his lips.
Clearly, victory was already leaning to one side.
"Since we're both Deities, let's see just how strong you are!"
Unwilling to accept this outcome, the Dark Faction Deity advanced once more. Behind him, nine dark black dragon silhouettes materialized simultaneously, forming a massive battle formation that soared skyward before swooping down from above to attack Master of Xiaoliang Temple.
The energy radiating from these eighteen dragons was incredibly menacing, roaring and billowing with power.
Following that, a long saber appeared in the Dark Faction Deity's grasp. He swung it downward in a slash aimed at Master of Xiaoliang Temple.
A gigantic, black, blade-shaped projection manifested, cleaving through the vast expanse of air and instantly tearing apart the space ahead.
Master of Xiaoliang Temple seemed utterly unconcerned by the Dark Faction Deity's attacks. With a cold chuckle, he neither dodged nor evaded. Instead, he threw a single punch.
A massive, rolling fist imprint, woven with mysterious sigils of various kinds, surged forward. It first smashed the eighteen black dragons into countless disintegrating pieces, instantly collapsing the battle formation they formed.
Then, the black blade projection was also blasted apart by the same punch, scattering into a shower of dark fragments across the sky.
The Dark Faction Deity's expression turned very grim. He formed seals with both hands and pushed them forward. Above his head materialized an immense black mountain peak.
Upon this black mountain sat numerous shadowy deity-like figures, all chanting strange, archaic, and guttural incantations in unison.