Chapter 2317 - 2318: News Brought by Ye

A week later, Yang Fei came out of seclusion from Yinxue Tower.

He had completely refined the Brahma Venerable's Divine Thought, and his realm had reached the Late Golden Core Stage.

With that, Yang Fei was just one step away from breaking through to the Nascent Soul Stage.

Yang Fei had just exited seclusion when he saw Fan Yi waiting by the door, which surprised him.

"Fan Yi, what are you doing here? Do you need something?"

Fan Yi bowed to Yang Fei and said calmly.

"An Longwang from Dragon Island came last night and delivered a message. He told me to wait for you to come out of seclusion so we could discuss it together."

Upon hearing this, Yang Fei felt quite delighted.

Ye, the Island Master of Dragon Island, had been his good friend for over ten years. Though they didn't meet often, their hearts were aligned, supporting each other through thick and thin, and Yang Fei thought of him often.

Half a year ago, Yang Fei had sent a copy of the Void Body Training Art to Ye via the internet, and he wondered how Ye was progressing.

Thinking of this, Yang Fei stood up and walked energetically to the Yinxue Tower hall with Fan Yi.

In the Yinxue Tower hall, Ye wore a tailcoat, portraying an elegant and handsome demeanor, his face naturally shy, resembling a big boy from the neighborhood.

In these ten years, time seemed to have left little trace on Ye's face and body.

However, his name had echoed across the globe.

Every Special Forces King who graduated from Dragon Island paid him respectful homage, calling him Principal.

Ye's other title resonated throughout the Underworld.

The King of Eternal Night!

Since the arrival of Spiritual Energy, Yinxue Tower had stood unbeaten due to the backing of Dragon Island's army and the King of Eternal Night, making Lanting Group and Yalan International untouchable.

No matter how powerful the cultivators became, the military remained the dominant force within Earth Space.

Even a Spirit Transformation period cultivator could not withstand an indiscriminate missile bombardment.

And Dragon Island not only possessed missiles and neutron bombs but had long developed nuclear weapons.

In its modest size, Dragon Island wielded power surpassing many mid-sized nations.

When it came to global influence, it was on par with superpowers.

Yang Fei strode into the Yinxue Tower hall and embraced Ye, laughing heartily.

"Brother, it's been ten years, and you seem even younger and more handsome. Have you found a wife yet?"

Ye hugged Yang Fei and said calmly.

"I've been stuck on Dragon Island for ten years due to you; how would I find a wife?"

Years ago, Ye agreed to manage Dragon Island's affairs for Yang Fei, promising to retire once Yang Fei was free.

But this promise had kept him there for a decade.

Yang Fei laughed heartily, feeling proud of having held Ye on Dragon Island.

This event made him beam with pride and satisfaction.

After chatting, Ye, who had a calm demeanor, handed Yang Fei some intelligence, a newspaper clipping.

Yang Fei glanced at it and nearly jumped up.

"Damn, someone wants to auction a Crystal Skull. Is this real or fake?"

Ye shook his head, replied calmly.

"The auction's location is in Sangdao Xijing; given your recent open and covert contest with Gui Hai, this looks like a trap."

An Zichen nodded in agreement.

"Since Yang Fei killed Brahma Venerable, many cultivators have been posting online."

"These posts focus on Yang Fei and Gui Hai, debating who is truly number one globally, with swirling opinions."

No matter the time or place, Xue Mingtai maintained an impeccable, elegant, and suave appearance.

He said calmly from the side.

"Within the Sang Island cultivation circle, they will never tolerate Huaxia people like Yang Fei and Gui Hai rising side by side—with the People of Sang Country's nature, they will surely choose a victor."

"Hence, this could very well be a trap laid by the People of Sang Country, particularly since Yang Fei is searching for 12 Crystal Skulls, which isn't hard to deduce."

Xue Mingtai's analysis garnered nods of approval from everyone.

This refined worldly gentleman had grown wiser and more experienced over the past decade.

After Spiritual Energy's resurgence, Yinxue Tower lacked cultivation techniques, weathering instability yet persisted.

Thanks to Xue Mingtai's skillful maneuvering, strategically navigating from all directions, it miraculously stood firm.

While others were chattering away, Yang Fei curiously focused on the newspaper.

Despite Gui Hai's formidable reputation that made global cultivators shiver, Yang Fei didn't care.

Having met Great Masters like the True Martial King and Emperor Tian, who traversed the universe, he wouldn't regard a mere Spirit Transformation period cultivator within Earth Space.

What truly intrigued Yang Fei was the Crystal Skull auction news.

With 12 Crystal Skulls, having already obtained five, Yang Fei could harness their power to open the Door of Creation.

Even Great Masters, including the True Martial King and Li Mingjun, couldn't explain what lay beyond this door.

The more mysterious it was, the more Yang Fei's curiosity was piqued, determined to acquire the Crystal Skulls.

What if there really was a Crystal Skull in Xijing being auctioned?

Listening to the heated discussions, Yang Fei quickly grabbed the newspaper, chuckled.

"Enough talk, everyone. I've decided to go to Xijing and see for myself; what if there's truly a Crystal Skull there?"

Everyone remained silent.

Yang Fei's Divine Skills were unfathomable, and none could discern his origins.

Yet Gui Hai had ruled supreme for a decade, an invincible Great Spiritual Master.

Were the two destined to clash? Even Heaven wouldn't predict the outcome.

An Zichen, though a woman, inherited Wang Xiaoshi's formidable and heroic spirit.

After a brief pause, An Zichen said calmly.

"Yang Fei, I support you. The path of a rising strongman is paved over the corpses of rivals and enemies."

"You and Gui Hai inevitably will clash; rather than passively accept, it's better to embrace the challenge."

Xue Mingtai and An Zichen came from esteemed lineages, their insights and understanding exceeded others.

With her words, the Sword Emperor and Wen Taikang nodded repeatedly.

Yang Fei sighed. Having roamed the Mortal World for over a decade, he understood the helplessness of those living within it.

Even if Gui Hai had no desire to duel him, others would undoubtedly propel him to become Yang Fei's opponent.

Yang Fei chuckled bitterly, looking at everyone.

"In this case, whether for the Crystal Skulls or because of Gui Hai, I have to make a trip to Sangdao Xijing."

The forum "Cultivation Together" had posted thousands upon thousands of threads about Yang Fei.

Old Cat, the moderator, renamed him Master Yang Fei, earning ridicule from many users.

Having defeated Qian Kunzi at the Heavenly Mountain Summit, Yang Fei's fans became his disciples, with tens of thousands calling True Martial Realman Master, finding Old Cat's move unimpressive.

No matter the sworn assurances he made, proclaiming he was indeed Yang Fei's registered disciple, it held no sway.

Old Cat's latest post had gone viral, with replies exceeding tens of thousands.

"What do you all think—if Master challenges Gui Hai, who would win?"

"Let's hope such a thing never happens; Gui Hai is no easy opponent."

"How are you speaking? Are you implying Master is inferior to Gui Hai?"

"Of course my Master is invincible, but that Gui Hai..."

"Honestly, I don't believe Master can defeat Gui Hai right now, but give him five more years, and Gui Hai will surely fall beneath Master's prowess."

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