Wu Heishan stepped forward eagerly, eager to display his skills. He executed the Star Dao, and immediately, a long and brilliant cascade of starry radiance poured down, illuminating the underground hall so brightly that every detail was vividly clear. Illusory stars materialized and whirled around Wu Heishan's body, rumbling with power.
At that moment, Wu Heishan's aura took on an indescribably transcendent elegance. Standing amidst the shower of starlight, he resembled a child of the stars, radiant and charming.
"Hmm, not bad. Wu Heishan, although your cultivation realm hasn't yet caught up, your combat prowess is now at least on par with a late-stage Great Mystic Pill Realm cultivator! And you've become quite handsome as well," Ye Yunfei remarked with a smile.
Ever since cultivating the Star Dao, Wu Heishan's appearance and aura had grown progressively more handsome. He stood tall and upright, his eyes sparkling like stars, possessing a captivating presence.
"Indeed. Brother Wu is currently very popular with the girls. Especially the female disciples of the Thick Earth Sect—they're always finding excuses to come see Brother Wu, saying they want to 'discuss the meaning of life,'" Yuan Dayong chimed in.
"You! I passed you that technique primarily so you could improve your strength. Don't spend all your time chasing after girls," Ye Yunfei said, somewhat exasperated.
"Boss, don't worry! I understand the principle that a man should prioritize his ambitions. I'll definitely cultivate diligently! Besides, my current goal is the saintesses of the great sects and prominent clans of Beihuang Domain. Ordinary women don't interest me so easily," Wu Heishan declared.
"Get lost!" Ye Yunfei retorted with feigned anger.
This guy apparently still spent all day thinking about pursuing saintesses.
Next, Wen Zi demonstrated the Nondestructive Formation Technique. The Primordial Energy of Taiyi within her had fused perfectly with her body. As she circulated her cultivation technique, wisps of Primordial Energy continuously emanated from her skin, forming a protective film. This film functioned like armor over Wen Zi's body, making her incredibly resistant to damage! Moreover, each and every one of Wen Zi's movements and strikes was amplified by the Primordial Energy, increasing her combat power by at least several dozen times!
Ye Yunfei estimated that Wen Zi's current combat power, if pushed to its limits, could now allow her to hold her own against an early-stage Primordial Soul Realm opponent!
One must understand that although Dugu Huan, Wu Heishan, Wen Zi, and the others had only been in Beihuang Domain for a short time, they frequently cultivated within the Phantom Tower. Time within the Phantom Tower flowed a hundred times faster than in the outside world! So, their actual cultivation time wasn't short at all—they had practiced for several years at the very least! It was no wonder they possessed such strength.
Furthermore, every cultivation technique and martial skill Ye Yunfei had imparted to Dugu Huan and the others was extremely advanced. None of the sects or forces in the Xuanhuang Starfield could compare with them! Consequently, Wu Heishan and the others had seen their combat prowess leap forward.
Next, Yuan Dayong executed the Thick Earth God Art. Sturdy earthen walls rose from the ground, transforming into shields that blocked his surroundings. Each of Yuan Dayong's movements appeared heavy as mountains and vast in momentum.
"Good. You've achieved a preliminary grasp of this Thick Earth God Art," Ye Yunfei nodded approvingly.
"Now check out my training results!"
Long Yingying practiced a set of fist techniques. Each punch she unleashed caused space to tremble violently, making her seem like a humanoid savage beast with unstoppable might.
"Impressive. Senior Sister Long, since awakening your Martial Race bloodline, your strength has progressed incredibly swiftly. Your current combat power is at least on par with a late-stage Great Mystic Pill Realm cultivator!" Ye Yunfei couldn't help but feel inwardly astonished. Long Yingying's combat prowess advanced at an outrageous rate; she had actually caught up to Wu Heishan and the others within such a short timeframe!
Ye Xue was still comparatively weaker for now, only at the Grotto-Heaven Realm. However, Ye Yunfei had specifically taught her a suitable technique called the Nymph Art. She seemed to have found her rhythm, and Ye Yunfei believed that it wouldn't be long before her strength experienced a qualitative leap.
"Senior Sister Jiang, you are now at the late-stage Primordial Soul Realm." Finally, Ye Yunfei turned his gaze to Jiang Yanran, smiling.
"Late-stage Primordial Soul is still far, far inferior to you," Jiang Yanran replied, her beautiful eyes fixed on Ye Yunfei.
When they had first met, Ye Yunfei was merely a new student who had just entered the Heavenly Dao Academy. Yet, in such a short span, he had grown to this formidable level!
"Senior Sister Jiang, thoroughly temper your spiritual energy foundation. At the appropriate time, I will help you break through to the Soul Formation Realm," Ye Yunfei said.
"Alright. Ye Yunfei, thank you," Jiang Yanran nodded, a hint of anticipation flickering in her eyes. She knew that with Ye Yunfei's methods, he could definitely assist her breakthrough to Soul Formation.
"Take these pills."
Ye Yunfei flicked his fingers repeatedly, sending out bottle after bottle of pills that landed in front of Wu Heishan, Wen Zi, and the others—each person received four or five bottles.
Ye Yunfei had specially refined these pills for them, and they held immense benefits for cultivation. Seeing his friends' strength progress one by one filled Ye Yunfei with profound satisfaction.
Just at that moment...
*BOOM!*
Suddenly, somewhere within this network of underground caverns, a surge of spiritual energy erupted.
"Hahaha… my Dantian has finally recovered! And I've regained at least half the strength from my prime!"
An old man with a head of white hair burst into excited laughter. This old man was precisely Tang Boguang!
Subsequently…
*BOOM BOOM BOOM…*
The echoing blasts of spiritual energy boomed continuously throughout the cavern network.
"Excellent! My Dantian is healed! I can cultivate again!"
"Haha… my strength has returned!"
"Starting from today, I am a martial artist once more! I'm no longer a cripple who can't cultivate!"
Cheers and triumphant laughter echoed everywhere.
"Young Master Ye, wonderful news! Most of the people you rescued from the Demon Realm have recovered their Dantian, and their strength has begun to return!"
Elder Tang Wu rushed to Ye Yunfei, overcome with excitement.
"Good." Ye Yunfei smiled faintly. This outcome was within his expectations.
"Young Master Ye! My Dantian is fixed! Starting now, you are my great benefactor, Tang Boguang!"
Tang Boguang strode over and bowed deeply towards Ye Yunfei. Waves of spiritual energy fluctuations emanated from his body.
He was now at the late-stage Primordial Soul Realm! His peak strength in his prime was at the late-stage Soul Formation Realm! He had now recovered a portion of it, and with continued cultivation, his strength would eventually return to its peak state.
"Young Master Ye, thank you!"
"Young Master Ye, this immense favor goes beyond mere words!"
"Young Master Ye, you have granted me a rebirth! From this day forward, I shall follow you forever!"
One after another, the restored individuals surged over from afar, emotionally thanking Ye Yunfei. In no time, tens of thousands of people had clustered around him.
"Young Master Ye, with these tens of thousands regaining their strength, our overall power has multiplied several times over!" Elder Tang Wu stated excitedly.
It must be noted that most of these tens of thousands Ye Yunfei had rescued from the Demon Realm were once formidable martial artists. Once their strength fully recovered, they would form a powerful force!
"Elder Tang Wu, Sect Leader, from now on, you can begin preparing for the establishment of Qingyun Palace. After I return from the Divine Fall Land, we will formally announce the founding of Qingyun Palace," Ye Yunfei thought for a moment and instructed Elder Tang Wu and the Sect Leader.
"These resources are meant for Qingyun Palace's cultivation needs. Distribute them based on requirements for cultivation. You two will be in charge of them."
Ye Yunfei waved his hand, sending out several hundred spatial rings, each containing vast amounts of cultivation resources. The matter of establishing Qingyun Palace had been discussed with them previously.
"Alright. We understand." Elder Tang Wu and the Sect Leader both nodded their assent.
"Additionally, starting now, allow our people to begin moving about Beihuang Domain. I believe that no force in Beihuang Domain would dare provoke anyone associated with Ye Yunfei anymore."
"That's true!" Hearing this, Elder Tang Wu and the Sect Leader's spirits surged.
The news of Ye Yunfei wreaking havoc in the Demon Realm and forcing high-level demons to collectively hide within their ancestral shrine had spread. Ever since, every single force and martial artist in Beihuang Domain had grown fearful at the mere mention of Ye Yunfei's name! Indeed, no one dared to provoke him.
"Excellent! Starting today, I'll have our people begin moving within Beihuang Domain! Everyone truly needs to venture out, temper themselves through experience. Staying holed up in these underground caverns long-term won't be conducive to their future growth," Elder Tang Wu said.
"Yes," Ye Yunfei nodded.
"It's about time for me to depart for the Divine Fall Land as well," Ye Yunfei murmured to himself.