“I'll be waiting.”
Ye Yunfei stared at the sealing Spatial Rift, his voice icy cold.
The rift vanished completely in the next moment.
“Pity. If not for that altar blocking the way for a moment, none of those fellows would have escaped.”
Ye Yunfei felt a trace of regret and shook his head.
“That ancient altar was passed down from the ancient Dark Faction. Its grade is quite good, so it's not strange that it could slightly obstruct your Moon Soul Slash. After all, the Dark Faction was once a glorious major power in our void in ancient times, having some deep reserves is normal.”
Hun Lao spoke up.
“That's true.”
Ye Yunfei nodded.
“There are quite a few Dark Energy Crystals here.”
After the explosion of the ancient altar, Ye Yunfei discovered that a large number of black energy crystals were stored at its base. These were Dark Energy Crystals, specialized for use by the Dark Faction, containing dense Dark Energy and Dark Laws.
Ye Yunfei collected all of these Dark Energy Crystals and then placed them before the nine Divine Beasts of his Nine Palaces Totem Wheel.
These nine Divine Beasts possessed different energy attributes, and several of them required these Dark Energy Crystals.
Not long after, Ye Yunfei emerged from the Dark Faction headquarters.
“From now on, the Dark Faction will cease to exist in this void. If any remnants of the Dark Faction linger, I will hunt them down to the ends of the earth.”
Ye Yunfei glanced back at the Dark Faction headquarters and spoke coldly, then turned and left.
Before long, shocking news began to spread across the void. The Dark Faction had been annihilated, wiped out by Ye Yunfei.
There were eyewitnesses who saw Ye Yunfei enter and then leave the Dark Faction headquarters.
“Too shocking!
Ye Yunfei has consecutively annihilated four major powers: the Source Fire Sect, the Guardian Faction, the Heavenly God Hall, and now the Dark Faction.
In the past, they were all top-tier major powers in our void. Yet now, they have all been destroyed by Ye Yunfei.”
After the news spread, the void once again erupted in uproar. Countless people were frantically discussing it.
The successive fall of one major power after another to Ye Yunfei during this period was simply astonishing.
“As expected, our void has entered the era of Ye Yunfei. No one can oppose him anymore.”
Countless people sighed in awe.
After destroying the Dark Faction, Ye Yunfei traversed the void, heading in the direction of the Shangqing Sect headquarters.
The Shangqing Sect had also caused trouble for Ye Yunfei on numerous occasions. Moreover, during the previous major battle, they had dispatched some forces to the Guardian Faction headquarters to jointly oppose the army from the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. Naturally, Ye Yunfei had no intention of letting the Shangqing Sect off.
At the same time, within the Shangqing Sect headquarters, in a grand hall of a certain palace, all the high-ranking members of the sect were gathered. Every one of them wore a grim expression.
“Everyone, Ye Yunfei has already destroyed the Source Fire Sect, the Guardian Faction, the Heavenly God Hall, and the Dark Faction.
All four of these major powers had deep-seated grudges with him. Our Shangqing Sect also has profound grievances with Ye Yunfei, so it is highly likely that Ye Yunfei will come to our sect seeking trouble.”
One of the elders spoke in a tone heavy with worry.
“It's not just highly likely. I have just deduced that Ye Yunfei is currently on his way to our Shangqing Sect headquarters. He will probably arrive before long.”
An aged, white-haired elder seated in a corner of the hall suddenly spoke up.
This white-haired elder was one of the oldest Wizards in the Shangqing Sect. While there were many Wizards in the sect, this one's seniority was unmatched.
“What?
Is that true, Elder Wizard?
Is that boy Ye Yunfei really rushing towards our Shangqing Sect headquarters?”
Hearing the words of this old Wizard, none of the Shangqing Sect elders present could remain composed. They all leaped up from their seats.
“A great calamity approaches. It seems that boy Ye Yunfei truly intends to come after our Shangqing Sect.
Then what should we do?”
Someone cried out in terror.
All eyes turned to an elderly man seated in the center of the hall. This man had a lean, refined face with piercingly bright eyes. He was the sect leader of the Shangqing Sect.
“I hadn't expected Ye Yunfei to come so quickly. He has just destroyed the Dark Faction and is already heading towards our Shangqing Sect.
Everyone, Ye Yunfei's strength is terrifying. He single-handedly annihilated the Source Fire Sect, the Heavenly God Hall, and the Dark Faction. The overall strength of our Shangqing Sect is actually no stronger than that of the Heavenly God Hall or the Dark Faction. Therefore, our Shangqing Sect should not be a match for Ye Yunfei.”
The sect leader's face was deathly pale as he slowly spoke.
“Then what should we do?
Sect Leader, are we to just sit here and wait for death?”
One elder asked in panic.
“I had actually made some preparations earlier. I have already arranged for a batch of our sect's most talented young geniuses to be transferred away from the headquarters. They are currently secluded in cultivation within a secret base. Those young geniuses represent the hope for our Shangqing Sect's future development. Even if our Shangqing Sect is truly destroyed, there will still be hope for its resurgence in the future.”
The sect leader stated.
“As for us, let us simply wait for Ye Yunfei within the headquarters.
Whether we have a chance to survive depends on whether Ye Yunfei will show mercy.
Based on our Shangqing Sect's current strength, we are definitely no match for Ye Yunfei. Bear in mind, the Guardian Faction had four Advanced Void Gods back then, and they were still destroyed by him.
Our Shangqing Sect only has some Primary Level Void Gods. We simply lack the strength to resist.”
The sect leader let out a heavy sigh.
“Here is what we shall do. All high-ranking members of our Shangqing Sect will go outside the headquarters and kneel in welcome for Ye Yunfei.
When the time comes, we will spare no cost and try to see if we can reach a reconciliation with Ye Yunfei.”
After a moment of thought, the sect leader spoke again.
Hearing the sect leader's words, the faces of every other elder in the hall turned deathly pale.
“Sect Leader, must we truly go to such lengths?
No matter what, our Shangqing Sect is a prestigious major power in this void. Even if Ye Yunfei is strong, we shouldn't fear him to this extent, should we?”
One elder voiced his unwillingness.
“Have you heard about the great battle at the Guardian Faction headquarters? Among the Guardian Faction's four Advanced Void Gods, three were killed by Ye Yunfei. Do you think your strength compares to that of an Advanced Void God?”
The sect leader's gaze fell upon the elder who had spoken and he questioned.
“My strength is undoubtedly far inferior to that of an Advanced Void God.”
The elder was taken aback for a moment before replying.
“Since even Advanced Void Gods are no match for Ye Yunfei, do you think you stand any chance of resisting in front of him?
Even if you were to fight Ye Yunfei with your life on the line, what chance of victory would you have?”
The sect leader followed up.
“I would have no chance of victory at all.”
Stunned by the question, the elder thought for a moment and could only shake his head in reply.
“Then what meaning would our resistance hold?”
The sect leader spoke once more.
After hearing the sect leader's words, every other elder in the hall turned paper-pale, falling into silent contemplation because they understood the truth in his words.
At this time, Ye Yunfei was striding purposefully towards the Shangqing Sect headquarters.
“The Shangqing Sect headquarters should be up ahead.”
A while later, Xiaoyao Shen suddenly spoke up.
Having wandered all over this void in the past, Xiaoyao Shen was very familiar with the various factions.
“It indeed is the Shangqing Sect headquarters.”
Ye Yunfei nodded.
“What are those fellows doing over there?
They are all kneeling.”
Suddenly, Hun Lao addressed Ye Yunfei.
Ye Yunfei halted his steps, and then he saw a large group of people kneeling within the void in front of the Shangqing Sect headquarters.
“These all seem to be members of the Shangqing Sect. I recognize the energy aura of the cultivation art they practice.”
Xiaoyao Shen said.
“These guys are all kneeling here. Could it be that they knew you were coming and are kneeling here waiting for you? It seems your reputation alone, even before your arrival, has frightened them into such a state.”
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm appeared beside Ye Yunfei, looking at the rows of kneeling Shangqing Sect members ahead, and couldn't help but chuckle.
“Having annihilated several major powers in a row during this period, the Shangqing Sect must already be terrified out of their wits.”
Hun Lao stated.
“Sect Leader, it's Ye Yunfei. He has indeed come!”
Among those kneeling in front of the Shangqing Sect headquarters were several of its elders. By now, they had detected Ye Yunfei's arrival. One elder couldn't help but secretly send a sound transmission to the sect leader.
“Remember, we are no match for Ye Yunfei. So, we can only lower our stance and beg him for mercy. This is our only choice.”
The sect leader sent a sound transmission to everyone, exhorting them.
There was no other way. During this period, Ye Yunfei had consecutively annihilated four major powers, establishing a terrifying reputation that struck terror into hearts, causing everyone across the void to tremble in fear. Though these Shangqing Sect elders were once among the top figures in this void, they could not muster any will to resist in the face of Ye Yunfei.
“All high-ranking members of the Shangqing Sect respectfully welcome Young Master Ye!”
The sect leader shouted loudly towards Ye Yunfei.
“All Shangqing Sect elders welcome the arrival of Young Master Ye!”
The elders kneeling behind the sect leader all chorused loudly in unison, each one appearing extremely respectful, bowing their heads in submission.
“These fellows certainly have self-awareness.”
Looking at the entire, utterly respectful group of Shangqing Sect members, Hun Lao couldn't help but laugh.
Ye Yunfei, hands clasped behind his back, walked step by step until he stopped before the kneeling Shangqing Sect group. His gaze was cold and detached.
“My purpose here today is to destroy your Shangqing Sect.”
Ye Yunfei said coldly.
Hearing Ye Yunfei's icy words, the Shangqing Sect elders reacted variously; some were terrified, some were unwilling, some were angry.
“You are dissatisfied?”
Ye Yunfei's gaze suddenly fell upon one of the Shangqing Sect elders, questioning coldly.
A moment ago, Ye Yunfei had sensed a flicker of anger on this elder's face, which had immediately been concealed. But with Ye Yunfei's supremely refined Soul Power perception, it had been detected clearly.
“I…”
The elder was startled and hurriedly attempted to explain.
But Ye Yunfei had already unleashed a Moon Soul Slash.
A cry of agony, and blood simultaneously flowed from the elder's eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. As if struck by lightning, he was sent flying backward, crashing to the ground in the distance, where he twitched uncontrollably, unable to rise for a long time.
“Too strong!”
The other Shangqing Sect members were all terrified, their faces pale and hearts chilled.
The elder who had just been sent flying was a Primary Level Void God. Yet, a Primary Level Void God was as weak as a chick in front of Ye Yunfei, utterly incapable of fighting back. Such power was simply terrifying for the members of the Shangqing Sect.
“Sect Leader, you were right. In front of Ye Yunfei, we have no chance of resistance whatsoever.”
Unable to restrain himself, one elder sent a sound transmission to the sect leader, speaking in despair.