Within the headquarters of the Guhai Sect, inside a secluded cultivation chamber, Ye Yunfei spent approximately three years in closed-door cultivation within the Phantom Tower.
After three years, Ye Yunfei felt that his abilities in various aspects had seen considerable improvement. Thus, he ended his seclusion and chose to emerge.
Shortly after Ye Yunfei's emergence, the high-ranking members of the Guhai Sect arrived one after another upon hearing the news.
"Young Master Ye, the strength of our Guhai Sect has grown significantly during this period. Almost every day, someone undergoes a lightning tribulation," one elder reported to Ye Yunfei, his expression filled with excitement that was shared by the other sect elders present.
"Young Master Ye, the changes you've brought to our Guhai Sect are truly monumental," the Guhai Sect leader said gratefully.
"There's no need for formalities, everyone. We are already allies," Ye Yunfei said with a clear voice, glancing at the excited faces of the Guhai Sect's upper echelon around him.
"Take these pills and distribute them among everyone." With a wave of his hand, Ye Yunfei produced another large batch of Divine Pills and presented them to the Guhai Sect leader.
Several of Ye Yunfei's avatars had been tirelessly refining pills within the Phantom Tower, ensuring the number of Divine Pills in his possession increased virtually every moment. Moreover, the amount of medicinal herbs and various other treasure ingredients he possessed for pill refinement was so vast that depletion was never a concern.
Furthermore, after receiving Ye Yunfei's generous gift of Divine Pills, the Guhai Sect elders had sent him a large quantity of medicinal herbs in return.
"Thank you, Young Master Ye!" The sect leader was deeply moved. He knew the efficacy of these pills Ye Yunfei bestowed was exceptionally good, almost as if they were specially refined to complement the cultivation techniques and secret arts practiced by the members of the Guhai Sect.
After consuming these pills, almost every Guhai Sect disciple experienced an improvement in their cultivation realm and strength.
"Young Master Ye... could it be that you are a Divine Pill Master?" A senior elder of the Guhai Sect suddenly mustered the courage to ask Ye Yunfei cautiously.
"Indeed, I am indeed a Divine Pill Master," Ye Yunfei affirmed with a nod, not hiding the fact.
Hearing Ye Yunfei's words, the surrounding Guhai Sect elders were all simultaneously shocked and thrilled. They had already witnessed Ye Yunfei's terrifying combat prowess. The idea that such a formidable powerhouse was also a Divine Pill Master made Ye Yunfei's image in their eyes grow even more towering with this dual identity.
"Sect Leader, fortune has finally turned for our Guhai Sect! We've actually befriended a Divine Pill Master, and one who might be at the Sovereign God level!"
"No wonder Young Master Ye can provide our sect with such an endless supply of Divine Pills in such quantity. It turns out he refines them himself."
"Truly worthy of being a Sovereign God-level Divine Pill Master! To bring about such an earth-shattering transformation in our Guhai Sect in such a short time..."
In their excitement, the Guhai Sect elders engaged in frantic Sound Transmission discussions among themselves.
"Everyone, from now on, we must hold Young Master Ye in even greater respect. From this day forward, our Guhai Sect will resolutely follow him," the sect leader took a deep breath and declared to the other elders via Sound Transmission.
"Young Master Ye, this is the detailed information our Guhai Sect has gathered regarding the specific situation of the Guardian Faction in the Third Void," an elder stepped forward, producing a jade slip and handing it to Ye Yunfei.
Previously, Ye Yunfei had instructed the Guhai Sect to dispatch personnel to conduct in-depth investigations into the Guardian Faction's affairs in the Third Void. Consequently, during this period, the Guhai Sect had sent out a large number of scouts throughout the Third Void to gather all sorts of intelligence and news about the Guardian Faction.
Ye Yunfei channeled his Soul Power perception into the jade slip. After a moment, his brows slightly furrowed. The overall strength of the Guardian Faction in the Third Void was indeed formidable. Ye Yunfei currently had little confidence in contending against them head-on.
"Continue the investigations. The more detailed, the better," Ye Yunfei instructed.
"Don't worry, Young Master Ye. I will immediately dispatch more scouts specifically to gather intelligence on the Guardian Faction," the Guhai Sect leader quickly assured.
Suddenly, a Guhai Sect scout arrived from a distance, respectfully reporting to the sect leader, "Report, Sect Leader! The Blade Light Sword Shadow phenomenon has appeared again in the Phantom Sword Valley! Many forces have already rushed there to witness it."
"Is that true? Then our Guhai Sect must also send people to take a look," the sect leader said immediately upon hearing this.
"The Blade Light Sword Shadow in the Phantom Sword Valley? What exactly is that about?" Intrigued by the scout's report, Ye Yunfei couldn't help but ask.
"Young Master Ye, you may not be aware," the Guhai Sect leader explained. "Near our Guhai Sect, within a certain World Cluster, there exists a forbidden land called the Phantom Sword Valley. At regular intervals, a phenomenon called Blade Light Sword Shadow appears there. Vast numbers of blade shadows and sword shadows materialize and fiercely clash with each other. Occasionally, mysterious swordsmen or blade masters even appear, displaying various exquisite sword arts and blade techniques."
"By observing from the side during this phenomenon, one might obtain high-level sword or blade path inheritances. Some have even obtained divine-grade swords or blades. So, whenever the Blade Light Sword Shadow appears, it attracts many to go and watch."
"Our Guhai Sect has two elders skilled in blade techniques who obtained their blade path inheritances from witnessing this phenomenon in the past."
"There exists such a forbidden land?" Hearing this, Ye Yunfei's interest was immediately piqued.
His own attainments in both sword and blade arts were considerable, especially his blade path cultivation. Currently, using his Yidao Duanyinyang technique, he could already face Sovereign Gods head-on.
"I shall go and see as well," Ye Yunfei declared.
"Excellent, Young Master Ye. I will personally accompany you," the Guhai Sect leader said.
The sect leader then convened a meeting, specifically arranging and delegating various sect affairs. Afterward, he took a few of the sect's high-ranking members and a group of disciples, departing the headquarters with Ye Yunfei towards a nearby World Cluster.
They soon arrived before an ordinary World Cluster named the Sky Light World Cluster.
Ye Yunfei saw a continuous stream of beings entering this Sky Light World Cluster.
"Young Master Ye, all these beings are attracted by the Blade Light Sword Shadow phenomenon. Each time it appears, news spreads quickly, drawing large crowds who come seeking opportunities," the Guhai Sect leader explained via Sound Transmission.
Suddenly, a Guhai Sect elder exclaimed with anger in his voice, "Sect Leader, look! It's the Song Clan!"
From another direction, a flying ship came rumbling forward, its hull carved with unique totems.
"Sect Leader, recently the Song Clan has constantly been sending people to monitor our Guhai Sect. Besides them, the Qianying Sect, Zixuan Sect, and Yueyin Sect have been doing the same. It seems this alliance of four sects still intends to move against us," another elder whispered.
"Ignore them for now. We shall keep a low profile, focusing on developing and strengthening our power. Once our Guhai Sect possesses sufficient strength, we will settle accounts with them," the sect leader glanced at the Song Clan's flying ship from afar, then transmitted to the other elders.
During this period, with Ye Yunfei's assistance, the Guhai Sect's overall strength had been constantly rising.
However, facing an alliance of four forces, the sect leader had no immediate plans for open conflict. Instead, he intended to continue developing discreetly for a while and only seek retribution when their strength was sufficiently formidable.
Yet, the Song Clan's flying ship abruptly changed course, heading directly on a collision course towards the Guhai Sect contingent.