Right at this moment, the door of that palace was actually pushed open.
Then Ye Yunfei saw an old man walking out from within the palace.
"It's him again."
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm couldn't help but exclaim upon seeing that old man.
This old man was precisely the one Ye Yunfei had been encountering repeatedly before.
Originally, Ye Yunfei intended to ignore this old man as he had done previously, but then he suddenly noticed that the old man was standing at the palace entrance, his gaze actually fixed on him.
"Respectful greetings, Senior!"
Startled, Ye Yunfei quickly thought it over, then bravely took a step forward and respectfully saluted.
After looking at Ye Yunfei for a while, the old man suddenly took out a large handful of Formation Flags and began tossing them out in all directions at a slow pace.
"What is he doing?"
Ye Yunfei couldn't help but be taken aback.
"So, he's laying a formation."
But soon, Ye Yunfei realized the old man was setting up a formation.
"This Senior's method of setting up formations is truly too exquisite. The formation he's arranging must be of an extremely high level and possess immense power."
Watching the old man continuously toss one Formation Flag after another, inserting them into the surrounding space in a regular pattern, Ye Yunfei couldn't help but feel inwardly astounded.
As the saying goes, laymen see the show; experts see the technique.
Ye Yunfei's formation skill was already quite good, so at a glance, he could tell this old man's methods were remarkably profound, far beyond his own capabilities.
Boom...
Not long after, a large-scale formation took shape with a sudden rumble. A formation light barrier continuously expanded with the old man at its center, and then a formation materialized right beside Ye Yunfei.
"Isn't that exactly the formation surrounding this palace?"
Ye Yunfei immediately recognized that the formation the old man had just arranged was the very one enveloping the palace.
"There's already a formation here. Why is this Senior arranging another identical one? Could it be to reinforce the defenses here?"
Ye Yunfei felt somewhat puzzled.
Just at this moment, Ye Yunfei suddenly noticed that the formation the old man had just set up vanished completely.
Then, the old man took out another large handful of Formation Flags and began re-assembling the formation, using the same method as before.
The old man's pace was quite leisurely, unhurriedly tossing one flag after another from his hand.
"He's deliberately slowing down. Otherwise, with his formation skill, he could likely set this formation up in an instant."
Hun Lao suddenly transmitted via Sound Transmission to Ye Yunfei.
"Indeed, this Senior is intentionally slowing his pace. Could he be demonstrating it for me to see?"
Ye Yunfei nodded immediately.
Of course, while the old man had been arranging the formation, Ye Yunfei had been watching his every move intently, simultaneously releasing Soul Force Energy to perceive them.
Encountering a formation expert of such high level personally laying a formation was not something Ye Yunfei would miss.
Soon, an identical large formation took shape. A formation light barrier appeared and continuously expanded, overlapping with the original formation that existed around the palace.
Then, Ye Yunfei saw this newly arranged formation suddenly vanish again.
"This Senior really is demonstrating formation techniques for me."
Ye Yunfei had confirmed this by now and spoke out loud.
In the time that followed, the old man repeatedly set up the same formation. Each time his great formation would only last for two or three breaths before disappearing, then he would start all over again.
"So? Do you understand it?
This grand formation's level is too high; its principles are too profound and mysterious. I've watched over ten times and still haven't truly grasped it.
Also, this Senior's formation technique is truly too exquisite. He is, by far, the strongest formation master I've ever encountered—even you cannot compare with him."
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm transmitted via Sound Transmission to Ye Yunfei.
"Indeed, my formation skill is definitely inferior to this Senior's.
Moreover, I haven't fully understood the principles of this grand formation yet, though I seem to be getting some ideas."
Ye Yunfei replied.
"Master, with your formation skill, after watching for so long, you still haven't been able to understand this formation. That just shows how incredibly formidable this formation truly is!"
Hu Miao couldn't help but exclaim in awe.
At this moment, the old man began arranging the formation once more.
Both of Ye Yunfei's Soul Bodies, all of his Soul Force Planets, and even the Nourishing Soul Tree were attentively observing every subtle movement the old man made while setting up the formation, analyzing it with all their might.
Although Ye Yunfei had not yet grasped the principles of this grand formation before him, nor fully comprehended that old man's technique, he was beginning to develop some understanding.
With his two Soul Bodies and all his Soul Force Planets analyzing at full speed, Ye Yunfei's understanding of this formation's principles grew deeper and deeper.
Another moment passed.
"So that's how it is!"
Ye Yunfei suddenly exclaimed joyfully, feeling as if a shackle in his mind had been abruptly broken, his thoughts suddenly becoming clear.
Then Ye Yunfei finally understood the principles of the great formation before him and grasped the old man's formation technique.
"My formation skill seems to have suddenly undergone a tremendous leap!"
Ye Yunfei delightedly realized his formation skill had risen a whole level in this short time.
"Many thanks to Senior for imparting this technique!"
Ye Yunfei gratefully bowed deeply towards that old man.
At this moment, the old man also ceased his formation-arranging movements. His gaze towards Ye Yunfei appeared extremely placid, as if devoid of any emotion.
In the next instant, the old man's figure slowly faded and vanished.
"Now, I should be able to breach this formation and enter."
Ye Yunfei stood before the palace and spoke.
"Then hurry up and get in!
What are you waiting for?"
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm urged.
"But if I enter, I don't know if I might disturb or offend that Senior."
Ye Yunfei was a little worried.
"I think there's no need for concern. What we just saw should be a Soul Power imprint or a recorded projection.
He repeated the formation-laying earlier precisely to test you. Now that you've understood the formation's principles and grasped his technique, it means you've passed the test.
Based on our previous experiences, passing the test means you get the reward.
So, I think you should enter this palace. It's likely there will be gains."
Hun Lao said to Ye Yunfei.
"Right, exactly. I also think you should go in and have a look."
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm immediately chimed in.
"In that case, let's go in and take a look."
After some thought, Ye Yunfei nodded in agreement.
Then, Ye Yunfei took out a handful of formation flags and continuously tossed them forward. These were all formation-breaking flags.
The formation before him was too high-level and too powerful. Ye Yunfei couldn't breach it with simple means; he needed to employ a large number of formation-breaking flags.
As Ye Yunfei tossed flag after flag, the grand formation ahead began to react.
Before long, rumble...
Right in front of Ye Yunfei, an opening suddenly appeared in the great formation, revealing a passageway before him.
Ye Yunfei had forcefully opened this gap using those formation-breaking flags.
Without hesitation, Ye Yunfei stepped forward and directly walked through the opening. In less than a breath's time, Ye Yunfei passed through the formation light barrier enveloping the palace and arrived before the palace gate.
Pushing with his hand, Ye Yunfei caused the palace gate to slowly open. He then took a step and entered the palace.
"Very well. Being able to comprehend the formation I placed outside in such a short time demonstrates your high talent—you are a very promising material."
No sooner had Ye Yunfei stepped into the palace than he heard a voice emanating from deep within.
"Many thanks for the Senior's praise."
Startled in his heart, Ye Yunfei respectfully responded.
He knew it was most likely the old man who had been arranging the formation earlier speaking.
"Since you were able to penetrate the formation I left outside within the allotted time, you are qualified to receive the formation inheritance I left behind."
That voice spoke again.
"Excellent! It seems the Senior we saw just now must be a remnant soul or Soul Power imprint left behind by Tianmu Shenjun.
He has agreed to pass on the formation inheritance to you. This is a tremendous opportunity for you.
By obtaining Tianmu Shenjun's formation inheritance, your formation skill will soar before long."
Hun Lao excitedly transmitted to Ye Yunfei.
"Many thanks, Senior!"
Ye Yunfei himself was also greatly excited. Then, he discovered three cultivation jade slips suddenly appeared before him, followed by ten spatial rings materializing in front.
"These three jade slips record my formation inheritance. Those ten spatial rings contain some formation materials I left behind in the past, as well as some auxiliary tools that can be used when arranging formations."
That previous voice sounded again.
"Many thanks, Senior!"
Ye Yunfei performed a deeply respectful bow.
The speaker was most likely Tianmu Shenjun, who had dominated the entire Primordial Void Sea in the ancient times. Ye Yunfei absolutely dared not show any disrespect.
Moreover, having gained so many benefits after entering Tianmu Shenjun's cultivation cave, Ye Yunfei felt great admiration for Tianmu Shenjun.
"Alright, you have received my formation inheritance. Now, go out.
However, remember this: just because you've obtained my inheritance does not mean your current formation skill can be compared to mine.
You must diligently cultivate and practice in the future, continuously advancing, and complement it with your own realm strength and level of Soul Power Energy. Continuously hone and improve yourself; only then will there be hope that one day you might match my formation skill.
Of course, if your innate talent is not strong enough, no matter how hard you try, you may not necessarily reach my formation level of the past.
The ultimate height attainable by any technique or secret art fundamentally depends on one's own innate talent."
That voice spoke once more.
"Thank you for the Senior's teachings!
Senior, please rest assured. I will diligently cultivate formation techniques hereafter."
Ye Yunfei replied respectfully.
Hardly had Ye Yunfei's words finished when a powerful teleportation force instantly birthed, enveloping Ye Yunfei's body, then teleported him away from the palace.
In the next moment, Ye Yunfei found himself already outside the palace gate.
"Having obtained Tianmu Shenjun's formation inheritance, I finally have the chance to properly elevate my formation skill."
Ye Yunfei said excitedly.
Ye Yunfei then immediately ordered his dozen or so Soul Force Planets to begin studying and comprehending the three cultivation jade slips he had just acquired.
Simultaneously, Ye Yunfei left the corner where the palace was located and headed toward other areas of the city.
After making a full circuit of the city, Ye Yunfei made no other discoveries.
"It seems the primary opportunity within this city lies in the formation inheritance within that palace."
Ye Yunfei murmured softly.
Thus, Ye Yunfei walked out of the city and swiftly headed in other directions.
"The techniques and secret arts Tianmu Shenjun excelled at are many. Formations were just one among them.
Legend says Tianmu Shenjun's eye techniques were peerless under heaven. How wonderful it would be to obtain his eye techniques."
The Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm said.
At this time, besides Ye Yunfei, five or six powerful experts from different factions had also entered this Small World.
Upon entering, these experts immediately began using movement techniques to swiftly traverse the land of this Small World, exploring everywhere.
However, they quickly discovered something: they would constantly encounter an old man.
Wherever they went, there was always the possibility of running into that old man at any moment.
The same was true for Ye Yunfei. Not long after leaving the city, amidst this stretch of mountains, he again saw that old man hunting.
Now, that Yellow Dog had transformed into a hunting dog. Under the old man's direction, it chased after the prey the old man targeted throughout these mountains.
The old man held a bow and arrows, dashing swiftly through the mountains, bagging a wild bird and two wild hares in short order.
Knowing this old man was likely an image imprinted in the space, Ye Yunfei didn't pay him any mind, merely detouring around him to continue forward.
In the time that followed, Ye Yunfei repeatedly encountered the old man. Each time they met, the old man was engaged in a different activity.
Moreover, whenever Ye Yunfei encountered him, the old man seemed not to notice Ye Yunfei at all, essentially treating him as transparent.
"Besides us, other powerful individuals have already entered this Small World. I can vaguely sense several strong energy auras now."
Hun Lao suddenly transmitted via Sound Transmission to Ye Yunfei.
"Yes, I sense it too."
Ye Yunfei nodded.