The divine energy aura radiating from that Hunyuan Sect Sovereign God also indicated the level of a First-Level Sovereign God. The face of that First-Level Sovereign God currently wore a trace of a bizarre smile.
But that strange expression of his attracted Ye Yunfei's attention. Ye Yunfei then utilized his Divine Pupil to peer into his Soul Sea, where he saw a shadowy mass lurking within.
Ye Yunfei determined that shadowy mass was the hidden Soul Race member, so he immediately locked onto this Hunyuan Sect First-Level Sovereign God.
"Since this fellow can use the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Art to attack a First-Level Sovereign God, it means he possesses the strength of a Sovereign God level as well," Hun Lao reminded Ye Yunfei.
"I understand. However, for me, a Sovereign God-level Soul Race member is nothing to fear," Ye Yunfei nodded.
"The most effective method to deal with the Soul Race is to directly attack their main body using various superior Soul Power martial techniques. The main body of a Soul Race member is essentially equivalent to a soul body because they have no physical flesh. Actually, using Mental Force energy and Mental Force martial techniques to deal with them would be even more effective, but unfortunately, my current level of Mental Force energy has somewhat fallen behind," Ye Yunfei added.
"Master, the illusion techniques of our race have a decent restraining effect on the Soul Race. I will assist if needed," Hu Miao said.
"Indeed, the illusion techniques of your Ancient Celestial Fox race can also bewilder Soul Race members. However, to deal with the fellow before us, I shouldn't need your assistance," Ye Yunfei replied.
"You can use the pupil technique of the Celestial-Eyed Deity to deal with that Soul Race member. I think the Celestial-Eyed Deity's pupil technique should be effective," Hun Lao said to Ye Yunfei.
"The pupil technique will definitely be effective. At the very least, I can use my Divine Pupil to lock onto his form at any time," Ye Yunfei nodded.
Then Ye Yunfei executed his movement technique and instantly arrived beside that Hunyuan Sect First-Level Sovereign God. Upon arrival, Ye Yunfei immediately employed Mind-Reading Art, Soul Device Technique, Puppet Soul Thread Secret Art, Heart Sword, and several other Mental Force martial techniques, violently attacking the Soul Sea of this First-Level Sovereign God and launching a ferocious assault towards the Soul Race member.
At the same time, Ye Yunfei also released several dozen Soul Power-type treasures, activating them simultaneously before sending them into the Soul Sea of this Sovereign God to converge on and attack the Soul Race member. The Divine Pupil at the center of Ye Yunfei's forehead also expelled a beam of light, which shot directly into the Soul Sea of that First-Level Sovereign God and struck the Soul Race member.
Because Ye Yunfei came too fast and launched his attack too abruptly, the Soul Race member hiding in the Soul Sea of that First-Level Sovereign God was momentarily caught off guard. He originally thought hiding in the Soul Sea of this Hunyuan Sect Sovereign God wouldn't be discovered by others, much less suffer a sudden attack, so he was completely unprepared.
Under the various ferocious attacks launched by Ye Yunfei, the Soul Race member was directly hit and sent flying backwards with force, letting out an angry and pained shriek.
Ye Yunfei's figure flashed as he suppressed and sealed the physical body of the Hunyuan Sect First-Level Sovereign God who had been controlled by the Soul Race member, rendering him unable to move.
At this moment, Ye Yunfei discovered this Hunyuan Sect Sovereign God's Soul Body had been controlled by that Soul Race member using the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Art, becoming his slave.
Immediately, many Sovereign Gods in the vicinity heard the commotion and looked over.
Ye Yunfei's figure flashed instantly as he carried away the body of that Hunyuan Sect Sovereign God, swiftly distancing himself from the battlefield.
"What happened? One of our Hunyuan Sect Sovereign Gods has been captured!" the other nearby Hunyuan Sect Sovereign Gods were both shocked and furious.
As for the Guardian Faction Sovereign Gods nearby, they paid no heed, thinking it might be a powerful member of their own faction making a move.
"Damn brat, who are you? How did you discover me? You dare attack me? You have a death wish!" The Soul Race member had now reacted, roaring angrily at Ye Yunfei.
Meanwhile, with a thought, Ye Yunfei deployed various Soul Power martial techniques, Mental Force martial techniques, and urged on numerous Soul Power-type treasures, continuously attacking this Soul Race member. The Divine Pupil at the center of his forehead also spat out dazzling beams of light that continuously struck the Soul Race member's body.
This Soul Race member possessed the realm and strength of the Sovereign God level, his entire body radiating powerful Soul Force energy. This was the first time Ye Yunfei had encountered such a strong Soul Race member, though of course, a single Sovereign God was nothing significant compared to Ye Yunfei's current strength.
Especially since Ye Yunfei's current Soul Power level was equivalent to that of a Chaos Deity. Facing a Sovereign God-level Soul Race member carried little pressure.
RUMBLE...
Ye Yunfei released his Soul Power, pouring it continuously towards that Soul Race member like an overwhelming tide.
"Cursed human brat! You actually possess such terrifying Soul Power!" The Soul Race member, sensing the horrifying Soul Power released by Ye Yunfei, was frightened out of his wits.
Although he was a Soul Race member, if he encountered a creature with stronger Soul Power, his advantage wasn't substantial. Ye Yunfei's Soul Power level far surpassed his own. Moreover, the Mental Force energy and the Divine Pupil from Ye Yunfei's forehead had restraining effects on him.
"Wait... these are Puppet Soul Threads! Could it be that a certain lord from our Soul Race has arrived, hiding within this brat's Soul Sea, and is attacking me?" Just as he was seething with rage, the Soul Race member suddenly noticed a vast number of transparent threads incessantly being cast towards him. He immediately recognized these transparent threads as the Puppet Soul Threads of their Soul Race. Furthermore, these threads were far more advanced than the ones he himself cultivated, clearly indicating the other party's strength, status, and position were all higher than his own.
Within the Soul Race, hierarchy and order were paramount, with strict class distinctions. So, when this Soul Race member thought a Soul Race lord with higher status, position, and strength than himself was hiding inside Ye Yunfei, he instantly trembled with fear, his body going weak. He couldn't understand how he might have offended a Soul Race lord.
"Spare me! I belong to the Fourth Tribe of the Soul Race. I was ordered to come to the First Void, infiltrate the Hunyuan Sect, control some of its members, and specifically be responsible for gathering intelligence from within the Hunyuan Sect. If I inadvertently offended you, lord, please spare my life! I am willing to offer all my possessions and all my slaves!" The Soul Race member dared not resist at all. He knelt within the Soul Sea of that Hunyuan Sect First-Level Sovereign God, trembling and begging for mercy.
"It seems this fellow thinks your body also harbors a Soul Race member, one with greater strength than him," Hun Lao said with a laugh.
"Of course you have offended me. Otherwise, why would I attack you? Do you admit your guilt?" Ye Yunfei went along with the deception, his face turning stern as he spoke coldly.
As he spoke, various Soul Power martial techniques, Mental Force martial techniques, and Soul Power-type treasures continued their relentless assault. Simultaneously, he released his Soul Power, which surged like a vast ocean, completely submerging the Soul Race member.
The dazzling beams of light spat out from the center of Ye Yunfei's forehead also fell continuously upon the Soul Race member's body.
This Soul Race member's Soul Power was already much weaker than Ye Yunfei's, and now, paralyzed by fear and unwilling to resist, he was at an even greater disadvantage. In just a few breaths, he sustained severe injuries.
"Lord, spare me! I am willing to offer all my possessions, all my slaves. From this moment on, I also wish to become your most loyal slave. I beg you, spare my life!" After suffering severe injuries, the Soul Race member grew even more terrified, prostrating himself, his entire body trembling as he continuously pleaded for mercy.
As a Soul Race member, facing a lord of his race with higher status, position, and strength, he simply dared not resist. Begging might offer a sliver of hope for survival; resistance meant certain death. He judged from the transparent Puppet Soul Threads Ye Yunfei deployed that Ye Yunfei's status and position were far above his own. Within the Soul Race, only lords of the royal lineage had the privilege to cultivate such an advanced form of the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Art. Therefore, this Soul Race member suspected Ye Yunfei's Soul Sea harbored a member of the Soul Race royal family. Under no circumstances would he dare to resist in the presence of a royal lord.
"Master, I wonder if you can use the Puppet Soul Thread Secret Art to subdue this Soul Race member as a slave?" Hu Miao suddenly asked curiously.
"I should be able to. Let me try," Ye Yunfei said.
The next moment, Ye Yunfei manipulated a vast number of transparent Puppet Soul Threads, which abruptly drilled into that Soul Race member's body.
"Ah! Lord! You actually intend to use Puppet Soul Threads to enslave me?!" The Soul Race member was both shocked and furious, his body erupting with rolling waves of Soul Force energy. That Soul Force energy condensed on the surface of his body, forming a thick suit of armor.
But the transparent Puppet Soul Threads Ye Yunfei had cultivated were far too advanced. They directly pierced through that layer of armor and drilled into his body.
At the same time, the light spat from the center of Ye Yunfei's forehead continuously shattered the various defenses of this Soul Race member.
"Lord! You wish to use Puppet Soul Threads to control me? I won't accept this! I won't let you succeed!" In his despair, the Soul Race member cried out loudly. Then, his body abruptly transmitted a surge of violent energy aura, the vast and mighty Soul Force energy causing his body to crack and split continuously.
"This fellow seems to be preparing to self-destruct," Hun Lao frowned and said.
"It seems wanting to subdue a Soul Race member using Puppet Soul Threads is somewhat difficult. After all, these Soul Race members are very familiar with Puppet Soul Threads. They know how to deal with them," Hun Lao sighed.
"I am cultivating an advanced soul art and need to perform some experiments, requiring your cooperation. If you do not resist and allow me to subdue you with Puppet Soul Threads, then in the not-too-distant future, I will restore your freedom and compensate you," Ye Yunfei thought for a moment before speaking.
"Lord, what soul art are you cultivating that requires you to control my body with Puppet Soul Threads?" The Soul Race member was taken aback.
"What I cultivate is the most core, most advanced inheritance of our Soul Race. How could I divulge it to you? You need only cooperate. Rest assured, after I conduct my experiments, I will restore your freedom. Otherwise, for someone like you, would I waste time and energy? Wouldn't killing you directly be more expedient? If you cooperate willingly and sincerely submit to me, I will provide you support. This is a rare opportunity. I hope you do not miss it," Ye Yunfei spoke coldly, though he was merely making this up on the spot.
The Soul Race member, hearing Ye Yunfei's words, rapidly calculated in his mind. He knew if he self-destructed, his fate would be annihilation, utterly disappearing from this world. If he cooperated obediently without resistance, he would become a slave controlled by Puppet Soul Threads.