Alright, now you can die.
Ye Yunfei suddenly stood stock still, killing intent flashing in his eyes.
The Watcher Faction members before him were mere Primary and Intermediate Void Gods. To Ye Yunfei, they were incomparably weak. He had simply let them unleash the Myriad Laws Treasure Pagoda out of a sense of novelty at encountering such a technique earlier, temporarily refraining from opening the slaughter.
In the next moment, Ye Yunfei unleashed Moon Soul Slash.
Ah...
Scream after scream immediately rang out one after another. In less than a breath's time, five Watcher Faction members in the vicinity had their Soul Bodies grievously wounded.
The intensity of Ye Yunfei's current Soul Power energy had already surpassed that of a typical Perfected Void God. The power of the Moon Soul Slash he unleashed was formidably potent, utterly impossible for these Watcher Faction members present to withstand.
Ye Yunfei employed the Soul Force Star Method, devouring the Soul Bodies of these five Watcher Faction members whole. Then, he transmitted their physical remains into the Phantom Tower for his Bloodline Clone to refine and absorb their bloodline essences.
Although these Watcher Faction members cultivated many exceptional martial techniques and carried numerous powerful treasures, it was a pity they encountered Ye Yunfei. They were simply no match for him. Ye Yunfei killing them was a one-sided, overwhelming slaughter.
Subsequently, Ye Yunfei continued his onslaught, incessantly deploying Moon Soul Slash and the Soul Force Star Method. He devoured the Soul Bodies of all the remaining Watcher Faction members. In the end, only their leader remained standing, staring at Ye Yunfei with terrified eyes.
How... how is this possible? Junior, did you employ some kind of exquisite soul force martial technique to kill my men? The man asked, his voice trembling.
Now it's your turn. With a single thought, Ye Yunfei executed Moon Soul Slash and the Soul Force Star Method, simultaneously invading the man's Soul Sea.
Ah... The man immediately clutched his head and screamed. However, his cries soon ceased. His corpse was also collected into the Phantom Tower for the Bloodline Clone to refine and absorb.
Myriad Laws Pagoda... This cultivation technique specializes in Laws of the Great Path. It's excellent. I'll take some time to cultivate it properly later. After devouring the man's Soul Body, Ye Yunfei obtained his memories and, within them, discovered a martial technique named the Myriad Laws Pagoda. It was precisely the same technique the man had just used against him.
Brother, did you use some kind of exquisite soul force martial technique to kill all these fellows? Lu Shi stood there, gazing at Ye Yunfei with astonishment, seemingly unable to believe it. The Watcher Faction members he'd been fighting moments ago had all suddenly clutched their heads, screamed, then fell to the ground dead, blood streaming from all seven orifices.
I always knew you were strong, but I never imagined to this extent. It turns out you didn't even need my help at all. Lu Shi said with a bitter smile.
Brother Lu, regardless, you stood up to assist me earlier. I'm deeply grateful. Ye Yunfei replied with a smile.
You're welcome, you're welcome. I just can't stand the conduct of these Guardian Faction fellows. Others fear them, but not I. Lu Shi collected himself and chuckled.
Who on earth is he? The other young powerhouses nearby all stared warily at Ye Yunfei, scrutinizing him and making guesses.
Friend, I am Sun Ruyu. You seem unfamiliar to me. May I dare ask your esteemed name and from which great power you hail? Young Master Sun Ruyu suddenly asked Ye Yunfei.
The other young powerhouses also looked at Ye Yunfei, everyone wanting to know his origins. Previously, they hadn't paid Ye Yunfei much serious attention, but the strength he'd just displayed now forced them to take him seriously.
I am just some insignificant country bumpkin. I come from a small, remote place, with no notable background or lineage. Since I'm hardly a figure of renown, my name isn't worth mentioning. Ye Yunfei replied blandly.
Heh heh, you're quite an interesting fellow. Young Master Sun Ruyu was taken aback, feeling somewhat awkward, then responded. He never expected that when he personally inquired, Ye Yunfei would actually refuse to give his name. In the younger generation of the Sixth Void, Sun Ruyu was a renowned young powerhouse. Normally, countless young talents actively sought him out seeking friendship, most of whom he wouldn't even deign to glance at. He never imagined encountering someone so dismissive of him.
Let's go. We're heading in. At that moment, a man of majestic bearing spoke and took a step into the area of transparent flames ahead. Alright, Brother Hao. We'll go in right now to find that Three-Legged Golden Crow. A youth closely followed him. These two were Sima Hao and Sima Jie from the Sima Family.
Whoosh! A sharp, swift blade beam flickered and vanished. Then the crowd saw Yuan Yidao had already entered the area of transparent flames ahead. Next, Princess Taiping gracefully moved forward, her skirts swirling, and stepped into the transparent flames. Sun Ruyu, of course, closely followed her every move.
Subsequently, the other young powerhouses also began to move, walking into the transparent flames ahead in pursuit of the Three-Legged Golden Crow.
We should go in too. Lu Shi said to Ye Yunfei. Very well. Ye Yunfei nodded.
By now, Ye Yunfei felt quite favorably towards Lu Shi. Standing up to assist him against the Guardian Faction in that earlier situation was no small gesture. Most young powerhouses wouldn't dare do such a thing, as it was akin to openly severing ties with the Guardian Faction, potentially inviting immense trouble in the future.
Brother Lu, those fellows earlier left behind these Fire Avoidance Talismans. You can use these. Ye Yunfei took out three yellow paper talismans and handed them to Lu Shi. Each Watcher Faction member earlier possessed a Fire Avoidance Talisman. After Ye Yunfei slaughtered them, he collected all the remaining ones. The Golden Horned Silkworm had studied them briefly and grasped their method of activation.
Excellent. I saw those fellows using talismans exactly like these to ward off the flames earlier. Lu Shi looked at the three yellow paper talismans Ye Yunfei offered him and couldn't help but be overjoyed.
Ye Yunfei pointed a finger, transmitting the method for using the Fire Avoidance Talismans into Lu Shi's Soul Sea. Lu Shi immediately activated one talisman as instructed. A yellow energy halo instantly took shape, protecting his body. Instantly, the perpetually burning terrifying flames around them began to continuously retreat.
Brother Lu, the area of transparent flames ahead has an even more terrifying temperature and power. I think using two Fire Avoidance Talismans simultaneously would be more secure. Ye Yunfei suggested to Lu Shi. Good idea. Lu Shi then activated another yellow paper talisman. Two layers of yellow halos now enveloped his body. Indeed, this drove away the surrounding flames completely. Ye Yunfei also retrieved and activated two yellow talismans, then strode into the area of transparent flames ahead.
This area appeared clear and unobstructed, seemingly empty. In reality, it was densely packed with invisible, transparent flames emanating horrifying incineration energy.
At that moment, besides Ye Yunfei and Lu Shi, over a dozen other young powerhouses had also entered this transparent flame zone one after another. Everyone capable of reaching this place was a true elite.
Look, what's that! Suddenly, someone exclaimed in shock. Then, everyone simultaneously saw something—a resplendent, majestic palace located somewhere ahead.
The palace's outer walls were carved full of all sorts of fire-related totems. Among them, Golden Crows were seen flying out from within suns, Golden Crows soaring into the sky from atop a colossal divine tree in the east, and colossal giants towering between heaven and earth, mouths continuously spewing fire.
Amidst the transparent flames' incineration, the various fire totems continuously twisted and contorted, looking as though they had come to life.
Golden Crow Palace! Then everyone spotted three large characters carved upon the palace's main gate: Golden Crow Palace.
Could it be that the Three-Legged Golden Crow is inside this palace? Someone couldn't help but say excitedly. Indeed. If a Three-Legged Golden Crow truly exists within this fiery sea, then it should be inside this palace. This place should be the very heart of this fiery sea. Someone else remarked.
A total of eighteen young powerhouses had arrived here. They all quickened their pace, heading toward the palace's main gate. The closer they got, the higher the temperature rose. The vicinity was densely filled with invisible, transparent flames radiating astonishing incineration heat.
However, every single one of these dozen or so young powerhouses capable of reaching this point was extraordinary. Thus, all reached the area before the palace gates.
I'll open the door. Yuan Yidao stepped forward. In the space around him, a multitude of dazzlingly brilliant blade beams shimmered, like a shoal of deep-sea fish collectively swimming through space, slicing open dark spatial fissures with every movement.
Yuan Yidao reached out and pushed against the palace gate.
Boom rumble rumble...
As he moved, five colossal sabers of different colors immediately condensed around his body, slashing together toward the palace gate.
Boom rumble rumble...
To everyone's surprise, the palace gate directly opened.
Does a legendary Three-Legged Golden Crow truly exist in here? Every young powerhouse harbored eager anticipation. Then, one after another, they executed movement techniques, vying to be the first to rush through the palace gate.
Ye Yunfei, of course, did not lag behind. Be careful if there's another fight later. We'll stick together and watch each other's backs. Ye Yunfei suddenly transmitted to Lu Shi.
Ye Yunfei understood clearly: if a Three-Legged Golden Crow truly existed within this palace, then a battle was inevitable. Every single one of the young powerhouses present was highly formidable. Once fighting erupted, it would certainly be a horrifyingly intense contest.
The next moment, all the young powerhouses stepped inside the palace interior.
Upon entering, an expression of shock appeared on everyone's face. The incineration temperature within this palace was extremely terrifying, at least ten times more potent than the outside.
Not good! My clothes have already started to catch fire! someone exclaimed in alarm.
As Ye Yunfei entered the palace, he also immediately sensed a horrifying incineration energy surging in from all directions, seeking to ignite his body as well.
This is no good! It's far too hot here! I doubt I can last much longer! Lu Shi, standing beside Ye Yunfei, cried out in shock.