The World-Destroying Spiritual Fire stared at the gray ball of light in Yue Qingning's palm and said to Ye Ling in a deep voice, "Kid, do you see? She's using a method similar to your Devouring Domain. Even the power of the Flame Ancestor is being absorbed."
Ye Ling nodded slightly, "Mm... it seems she has other plans regarding our cooperation to hunt down other powerhouses."
The World-Destroying Spiritual Fire continued, "I feel like I can't quite see through Yue Qingning. Cooperating with her is like seeking a tiger's skin for its pelt. Be careful, lest you be sold without even knowing it."
Ye Ling replied, "I'm aware of that. However, cooperating with her is the fastest way to resolve this crisis from the outer domain. If one seeks great benefits, one must take corresponding risks. I have that awareness."
The World-Destroying Spiritual Fire said, "Since you know what you're doing, I won't interfere. Everything will proceed according to your wishes, just don't get yourself into trouble."
"You don't need to worry about me."
Ye Ling retorted to the World-Destroying Spiritual Fire, then flew into the air, summoning Tian Ling behind him. He said to Yue Qingning, "Since we've begun our cooperation, let's not waste any more time. We'll start now."
"Mm," Yue Qingning nodded and gently waved her hand. A projection of Earth materialized between her and Ye Ling.
Eight light spots appeared on the surface of the Earth projection.
Yue Qingning stated, "I've marked the locations of the other eight people on this map. I've prepared corresponding information for each of them. You can access it by permeating your soul power."
Ye Ling quickly scanned the Earth projection and then selected a light spot closest to him, permeating his soul power into it.
An image of a white-robed man holding a long sword appeared before Ye Ling. Beside the image was a large amount of information about the white-robed man.
Ye Ling looked at the text and read, "Chaos Sword Ancestor Feng Shi Yi, Heavenly Void Emperor Upper Realm, a Chaos Master possessing a Chaos Heart, Palace Master of the Chaos Sword Palace, skilled in the way of the sword, his sword can break through chaos, but his soul is relatively weak, making him susceptible to soul attacks."
After reviewing the information of this one person, Ye Ling permeated his soul power into another light spot, and an image of a green-robed fairy holding an ancient zither appeared.
"Moon Fairy Bai Qing, Supreme Immortal Upper Realm, possesses four complete Great Dao origins, especially skilled in the Great Dao of Reincarnation, able to control the life and death of billions of living beings with a raise of her hand. Her zither music can manipulate souls, but she has been eroded by chaos. There is an indelible chaotic aura remaining in her left chest. It is recommended to focus attacks here."
"Soul Ancestor Qing Bu Kong, Heavenly Void Emperor Upper Realm, possesses a Chaos Heart, masters two Great Dao origins, and is a half-step Great Dao Immortal Lord. His strength is unfathomable, his weakness unknown..."
"Chaos Deity Tai Yuan, Heavenly Void Emperor Upper Realm..."
After Ye Ling finished reading the information of these eight Great Dao Immortal Lords and Chaos Masters, gaining a clearer understanding of their strengths and weaknesses, he looked at Yue Qingning with disbelief and exclaimed, "Is your family an intelligence agency? How do you know so much about them?"
Yue Qingning didn't think it was anything special and replied humbly, "Those who have invaded the inner domain universe this time and are seeking your head are all renowned figures from the outer domain. My Heavenly Clear Dao Palace has stood in the outer domain for countless years, so we naturally possess some extraordinary means. Discovering this information is nothing."
Ye Ling extended his hand to Yue Qingning and smiled, "Regardless, the information you've given me has been of great use. I can foresee that our cooperation will be very pleasant."
Yue Qingning smiled slightly, shook hands with Ye Ling, and then asked, "Since you now know everyone's information, have you chosen your first target?"
"Of course." Ye Ling narrowed his eyes and smiled, pointing at the white-robed swordsman. "We should pick on the weaker ones first. Chaos Sword Ancestor Feng Shi Yi should be the weakest among them. Let's start with him."
Yue Qingning nodded, "Yes, a wise choice. My methods are quite effective against him. If we attack together, we should be able to take him down smoothly. He can serve as a whetstone for our cooperation."
"Right, to avoid alerting others, let's hold off on the illusion array for now. We'll depart immediately."
Ye Ling gave Yue Qingning a deep look and didn't insist on breaking the illusion. He agreed, "That's fine too. Let's go."
After reaching an agreement with Yue Qingning, Ye Ling temporarily stored Tian Ling in his small world and followed Yue Qingning towards Feng Shi Yi's hidden location.
In the far north, blizzards raged.
Feng Shi Yi was hidden in an ice cave, meditating. A Chaos Sword, imbued with the aura of chaos, floated before him, healing his injuries.
The aura emanating from him caused space to distort.
After entering the inner domain universe, he had first fought with others to claim Ye Ling's head. Then, while his cultivation was suppressed by the cosmic barrier, he was pursued by Xuan Yu. During his escape, he was heavily struck by Xuan Yu, sustaining injuries.
Fortunately, Xuan Yu was held back by others, and Yue Qingning had timely erected the illusion array, allowing him to escape and hide in the Arctic to recuperate.
Suddenly, the Chaos Sword trembled. The chaotic aura surrounding the sword rapidly flowed towards Feng Shi Yi and was absorbed into his body.
"They've arrived..."
Feng Shi Yi slowly opened his eyes, a cold glint flashing in his deep gaze.
Without further words, Feng Shi Yi stood up, grasped his sword, and walked out of the ice cave.
Outside the ice cave, Ye Ling and Yue Qingning stood on either side, waiting for him.
Feng Shi Yi glanced at Ye Ling and Yue Qingning and said indifferently, "It seems you've settled your terms and intend to defeat us one by one?"
Yue Qingning did not respond to Feng Shi Yi. Instead, she spread her arms, raising a barrier around them, enclosing Feng Shi Yi and cutting off his retreat.
Feng Shi Yi looked at the barrier rising around him and chuckled, "Yue Qingning, you, who are of the Heavenly Clear Dao Palace, are actually cooperating with a mere Supreme from the inner domain. You've truly disgraced your sect."
Yue Qingning replied calmly, "The dead have no right to speak of honor."
"So, you've already decided you've got me?" Feng Shi Yi smiled slightly, performed a graceful sword flourish, and pointed his sword at Ye Ling and Yue Qingning, "Let me see if you two are worthy of taking Feng's head!"
Boom!
Feng Shi Yi's aura surged, and chaotic sword energy swept through the surroundings, instantly cleaving the ground into pieces!
Ye Ling and Yue Qingning exchanged nods, then both vanished from their positions, attacking Feng Shi Yi from the left and right!
"Here they come!"
Seeing Ye Ling and Yue Qingning attack, Feng Shi Yi immediately held his breath, focused his mind, and gripped the Chaos Sword.
"Chaos Sword Shadow!"
Feng Shi Yi split into two, actively launching an offensive against Ye Ling and Yue Qingning. His Chaos Sword also transformed into two blades, tearing through space and hurtling towards Ye Ling and Yue Qingning!
The chaotic aura transformed into ferocious beasts, roaring at Ye Ling and Yue Qingning!
Boom!!!
Within the barrier, the earth was annihilated, and space was consumed by chaos!