"Prepare to evacuate headquarters. I'm currently searching for passages leading to the other Voids. When necessary, our Dark Faction will leave this Eighth Void.
Furthermore, all sorcerers within headquarters must use the ancestral altars to establish contact with our legendary Mother World. Once we make contact, we will relocate entirely to develop there.
From this moment on, this Eighth Void shall be dominated by Ye Yunfei and the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. It is no longer suitable for our Dark Faction's development here."
The Deity seated right in the middle pondered for a moment before speaking again.
"I believe there may still be a turn of events. After all, the Guardian Faction's strength within our Eighth Void does not represent their full might.
I've heard that in the other Voids beyond, the Guardian Faction possesses much greater power. If the Guardian Faction forces from those external Voids learn that our Eighth Void headquarters has been destroyed, it's highly likely they will dispatch experts and troops to deal with Ye Yunfei. At that time, Ye Yunfei and the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds won't have the spare energy to specifically target our Dark Faction."
Suddenly, another Deity seated to the side spoke up.
Within this dark palace, a total of twelve Deities of the Dark Faction were present. Since entering the new Deity era, the Dark Faction had developed quietly, giving birth to twelve Deities in total.
Because the Guardian Faction had focused its main forces on dealing with the Fire Clan and the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds during the previous period, they had paid no attention to the Dark Faction.
"That would be for the best. If the Guardian Faction from the other Voids continues to send experts and troops to deal with Ye Yunfei and the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, then our Dark Faction can continue to develop quietly and keep a low profile.
However, regardless, we must find passages to the other Voids and must strive to establish contact with the Mother World. This is beneficial for the long-term development of our Dark Faction."
The Deity seated in the middle nodded and declared clearly.
Apart from the Heavenly God Hall and the Dark Faction, other major powers within the Eighth Void that had maintained close ties with the Guardian Faction were also deliberating on how to deal with Ye Yunfei and the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. They all understood that from now on, this Void would enter an era governed by Ye Yunfei and the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. All factions, all people would have to face this reality.
At the headquarters of the Guardian Faction, Ye Yunfei stood in the void, observing the troops currently tidying up the battlefield.
"Young Master Ye, we have finally destroyed the Guardian Faction headquarters," the Great Leader said as he approached Ye Yunfei.
"Yes, we have finally destroyed their headquarters," Ye Yunfei nodded, then said gravely, "But there are still many branch strongholds of the Guardian Faction within this Void. Moreover, in the other Voids beyond, there are Guardian Faction forces with even greater power. Therefore, our battle against the Guardian Faction is far from over. On the contrary, this might only be the beginning."
"Young Master Ye, you are right. The Guardian Faction in the other Voids is much stronger. Our battle with them is far, far from concluded," the Great Leader replied, his expression turning solemn upon hearing Ye Yunfei's words.
"However, Young Master Ye, I believe we should search for passages leading to the other Voids. Then we can go and see if we can contact the various forces within those Voids who harbor enmity towards the Guardian Faction. We can then form alliances with them to unite our strength and jointly deal with the Guardian Faction." The Great Leader thought for a moment before speaking again.
"Senior, that makes perfect sense. Rest assured, I have already found a passage leading to the other Voids. Once matters here are concluded, I will go and visit those other Voids," Ye Yunfei said.
While exploring the True Phoenix Tomb previously, Ye Yunfei had met several individuals from other Voids and had already obtained information about passages to those Voids.
"Oh? Is that true? That's excellent! Young Master Ye, you actually found a passage!" The Great Leader was overjoyed upon hearing this.
"Yes, Senior. If you wish to visit the other Voids, I can take you there when the time comes," Ye Yunfei nodded.
"We'll discuss it then. For now, I must revitalize the Restorer Faction. Until I can restore and develop our strength, I simply cannot spare the time to journey to other Voids," the Great Leader said softly.
"Senior, if you need any help, just say the word. After all, I am also a member of the Restorer Faction," Ye Yunfei offered.
"Very well, Young Master Ye, I won't stand on ceremony with you. Actually, when I think about it now, the most correct thing that wretched disciple ever did was recruit you into the Restorer Faction. That was his only contribution to our faction, and also his greatest contribution," the Great Leader said with a laugh. He had now completely let go of the Second Chief, and when mentioning him, his expression was placid without a trace of turbulence.
"Everyone, I intend to enter seclusion for a period of quiet recuperation. If anything happens, you can contact me at any time."
Ye Yunfei summoned all the core leaders of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds and announced his plan.
Now that the Guardian Faction had been destroyed, Ye Yunfei believed that within this Eighth Void, for the time being, no other force could rival the power of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. Of course, he referred to the alliance of forces under the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds banner, including the Alliance Army, the Restorer Faction, the Fire Clan, the Flower God Palace, and so on.
During the recent battle, Ye Yunfei had slain many Deities, accumulated a wealth of combat insights, and even undergone a shift in his state of mind. Particularly when slaying those Guardian Faction Deities in great numbers, he had experienced a feeling of supreme loftiness, looking down upon all living beings from on high.
Ye Yunfei now planned to enter seclusion for a period of quiet reflection, properly digesting all the various insights and realizations gained from that battle.
After delivering his instructions, Ye Yunfei left the headquarters.
"Let's modify this grand formation. We can use it to defend this branch stronghold from now on."
Ye Yunfei examined the grand formation outside the entrance and spoke.
Following this, Ye Yunfei took out a large batch of formation flags and continuously inserted them into the surrounding space.
Not long after, Ye Yunfei had deployed another batch of formations, enveloping the original formation layer by layer.
Then he slightly modified that ancient grand formation and refined another batch of formation flags. He handed these newly forged flags to the core leaders of the Alliance Army. Possessing these new flags, the Alliance Army members could now freely pass through this grand formation.
After modifying the formation, Ye Yunfei turned and left, walking through the void.
The entire Void was exceptionally quiet everywhere. It seemed as if all factions and all people had gone into hiding. Usually bustling regions of the Void were now deathly silent.
Following the recent conflict between the two most powerful super-factions within this Void, it seemed as if every other force had been affected, all becoming extremely low-key, as if afraid that venturing out might invite trouble.
"From now on, let this Void develop freely," Ye Yunfei murmured, looking at the silent expanse before him.
Unknowingly, Ye Yunfei had traveled a great distance from the Guardian Faction headquarters. "I should return to the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds now to enter seclusion and recuperate for a while.
I'll also attempt to make a breakthrough in cultivation, to see if I can ascend to the Deity realm."
Ye Yunfei turned and began walking in the direction of the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds.
The primary target in his cultivation path now was achieving that Deity breakthrough.
"Who would have thought our Guardian Faction's branch in this Void would be annihilated by a mere youngster? Truly, heroes emerge from the young!
However, young man, you must understand that offending our Guardian Faction comes at a price."
Suddenly, a faint voice rang out.
Boom!
Terrifying energy, potent to an extreme degree, instantly surged and billowed, appearing abruptly, sharp and shocking, filled with infinite murderous intent.
Then Ye Yunfei saw a longsword materialize ahead, carrying terrifying sword energy as it shot toward him.
"Be careful! This fellow is strong!" Hun Lao immediately warned.
"I never expected the Guardian Faction had another powerful expert lying in ambush. Why didn't he show himself earlier?" Ye Yunfei thought, spotting a man wielding a longsword who had already closed in on him, his entire being radiating a soaring, murderous aura.
At this moment, an astonishing sword intent already enveloped Ye Yunfei's entire body. Fortunately, Ye Yunfei's perception was exceptionally sharp, and with both Hun Lao and the Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm—experts in spatial techniques—warning him simultaneously, Ye Yunfei reacted immediately.
The white short sword shot out from within his body to block the incoming longsword.
Clang!
The clash of sword and sword instantly shattered the space ahead.
"This is bad! This guy is most likely a Full Void God, much stronger than an Advanced Void God. Moreover, the treasure in his hand should be at the Full Void God level," Hun Lao transmitted to Ye Yunfei after sensing the fearsome power of that longsword.
"Master, I'll assist you!" Hu Miao cried out.
She immediately employed her illusion arts. An overwhelming wave of illusory runes materialized, forming one bizarre and colorful illusion after another, sweeping toward the man ahead.
Huang Shang also immediately unleashed ghost cultivation techniques to attack the man.
Hun Lao and the Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm also employed their spatial martial techniques against him.
Everyone understood this man's strength was formidable; they had to go all out.
Ye Yunfei urged the white short sword forward once more, slashing ahead.
"So it's because of a True God-level Dao Weapon. No wonder you were able to kill several of our Advanced Void Gods," the man said, a trace of surprise in his voice as he wielded his longsword with domineering swordplay, unleashing billions of dazzling sword beams that surged toward Ye Yunfei.
"However, had I remained within headquarters earlier, you wouldn't have succeeded in destroying our Guardian Faction. Unfortunately, I was searching for something within this Void, allowing you to take advantage of our weakness," the man continued.
He spoke while continuously launching ferocious attacks against Ye Yunfei. Almost every strike carried sword energy terrifying to the extreme, causing the space ahead to collapse and disintegrate on a massive scale. Shockingly, he was able to fight evenly with the white short sword.
"This guy really is powerful. Much stronger than those Advanced Void Gods from the Guardian Faction before," Ye Yunfei thought, feeling inwardly alarmed.
One had to understand that this white short sword was a True God-level Dao Weapon, while the longsword in the man's hand was most likely merely a Full Void God-level artifact. Yet it could withstand the white short sword's offensive, showing just how formidable this man's strength was.
Nevertheless, because Ye Yunfei possessed a True God-level Dao Weapon, the man couldn't gain the upper hand either. For a time, the two were locked in a stalemate, neither able to overwhelm the other.
"Young man, you're truly a bit of a monster. To actually unleash this True God-level Dao Weapon's power to such an extent. If it were anyone else—not to mention a Demigod, even a Void God or an Advanced Void God wielding this True God-level Dao Weapon—they likely couldn't contend with me like this.
What a pity. With such monstrous talent, you chose to make an enemy of our Guardian Faction," after fighting for a while, the middle-aged man couldn't help but click his tongue in admiration at Ye Yunfei.
"Enough nonsense. Prepare to die!" Ye Yunfei roared.
He urged the white short sword to unleash even more frenzied attacks while simultaneously employing a myriad of other methods. These included Soul Power assaults, raw physical strength strikes, as well as techniques fueled by his mental energy, the Nine-Yang Ancient Scripture, and various other martial skills and abilities. He charged at the man with everything he had.
Above Ye Yunfei's head, four massive golden spheres of light now floated. Behind him, the phantom of a colossal divine dragon trailed him, and an ancient sovereign phantom exuding terrifying imperial pressure manifested. Simultaneously, nine divine beasts appeared by his side, jointly propelling a massive round wheel that rolled forward.
"Young man, you actually cultivate so many brilliant techniques? Each one is astonishing enough on its own. It seems you not only possess exceptional talent but also remarkable fortune to have acquired so many profound inheritances," the man said, unable to hide his astonishment as he observed the various technique phenomena manifested around Ye Yunfei.
Unbeknownst to them, they had already fought for more than a day, yet still could not determine a victor.