"The cultivation of a Four-Star Dou Saint should be enough to confront the Hall of Souls."
Yao Chen said.
In terms of combat power, their lineup here no longer needs to fear the Hall of Souls too much.
It is enough to be mentioned on equal terms with the Pill Tower.
But although the Pill Tower possesses the strength to contend with the Hall of Souls, they lack the determination to do so.
When two major forces clash, it is bound to result in mutual destruction.
If Han Feng hadn't planned to fight against the Hall of Souls from the beginning, actually, if it were up to Yao Chen, he wouldn't easily start a war with the Hall of Souls either.
The price to pay for this is too great.
"Now that the forces of the Hall of Souls are shifting towards the Northern Region, I suspect they will make big moves."
Han Feng said.
Yao Chen nodded.
"There is a huge desert in the Northern Region, which is a good place to hide forces."
Yao Chen stated his judgment.
"Teacher suspects the Hall of Souls will take root there?"
"It's possible."
Although the terrain of the desert is not as complex as the mountains in the Western Region, it is also very good for hiding things. Building the Hall of Souls underground, they are not without this ability.
Han Feng pondered.
"I think it's time to take the initiative now."
Han Feng said.
"Are you sure?"
Yao Chen looked at his disciple and reminded: "With their current vigilance, once you make a move and expose your whereabouts, they will cling to you relentlessly."
Han Feng smiled.
"This is exactly what I want."
Yao Chen nodded.
"Alright, you make the decision yourself. If you need our cooperation, just say so anytime."
The greatest help Yao Chen can give Han Feng now is to cultivate a powerful force that can gather huge power at critical moments.
Although the Soul Execution Division under Han Feng's command has a large number, they are puppets after all and cannot contend with the entire Hall of Souls.
"Teacher, how are those two Half-Saints you recruited now?"
Han Feng asked.
Yao Chen smiled and said: "Much more obedient. Your Martial Uncle wanted you to help deter them before, but now that I've broken through to Dou Saint, there's no need to trouble you."
Facing a true Dou Saint powerhouse, Half-Saints can only be obedient.
"Teacher is not hiding anything now, directly telling them your Dou Saint strength?"
Han Feng said.
"Current me doesn't need to hide my clumsiness. Being able to spread my reputation widely and let the Falling Star Pavilion develop rapidly is exactly what I wish for."
Yao Chen laughed.
They agreed at the beginning, one in the light and one in the dark.
Yao Chen is in the light, so he displays his prestige openly.
Han Feng is in the dark, so he accumulates strength silently, plans strategies, and prepares to deal a blow to the Hall of Souls at any time.
The master and disciple chatted for a few sentences and walked out of the house together.
"Is the Falling Star Pavilion Disciple Grand Competition over?"
Han Feng asked.
"It ended long ago. Little Yan performed well, entering the top ten ranks."
Yao Chen said with satisfaction.
"Top ten?"
"Don't underestimate the disciples of the Falling Star Pavilion. The lowest cultivation among the top ten is also Eight-Star Dou Emperor. Little Yan, a Nine-Star Dou King, making the list has already exceeded my expectations."
Han Feng nodded.
"That kid is indeed capable. His talent is already outstanding, and after his temperament is honed, he is also an uncut jade. In the future, he should be able to support the facade of the Falling Star Pavilion."
"What? You don't plan to let him take it?"
Yao Chen asked.
"I'll pass. My identity is rather sensitive; it's better to show up less in front of people."
Han Feng said.
Yao Chen was silent for a moment and said: "Let's talk about this kind of thing later. Your paths are still long."
As a teacher, he doesn't want to show favoritism.
But in worldly affairs, complete fairness is almost impossible.
Han Feng occupies too much space in Yao Chen's heart, so Xiao Yan can only get that little bit.
Fortunately, Han Feng has become very excellent now, a Four-Star Dou Saint, even Yao Chen has to look up to him. The relationship between Xiao Yan and Han Feng has no competition between senior and junior brothers, only Han Feng's care and guidance for Xiao Yan.
The two arrived at the place where Xiao Yan was; the other party was cultivating at this time.
Among the rewards obtained by the top ten of the competition, there was a Rank 7 pill, which Xiao Yan obtained by his own strength.
However, for this alchemist who can already refine Rank 6 pills, the reward of a Rank 7 pill is not particularly moving.
What he is focusing on now is the Earth Class High Level cultivation method "Nine Yang Profound Heaven Art" after switching cultivation.
"Nine Yang Profound Heaven Art" is the promoted version of "Profound Yang Art". It is an Earth Class High Level cultivation method improved by Yao Chen based on his lifelong cultivation experience.
To practice "Nine Yang Profound Heaven Art", one must practice "Profound Yang Art" first. Only by tempering the "Profound Yang Art" Dou Qi to an extremely profound level can there be a possibility of advancing to "Nine Yang Profound Heaven Art".
Although Xiao Yan doesn't have only this one path to walk, since he chose "Profound Yang Art" back then, Yao Chen's path is the best demonstration.
From "Three Flowers Gathering Origin Art" to "Profound Yang Art", then to "Nine Yang Profound Heaven Art".
The path is very clear.
Han Feng even suspects that after Teacher broke through to Half-Saint, he has already started studying a higher version of "Nine Yang Profound Heaven Art", and maybe he is already preparing to create a Heaven Class cultivation method now.
From this perspective, with predecessors planting trees, descendants can really enjoy the shade.
If he were to open up a path himself, the difficulties encountered would be too many.
"Teacher, Senior Brother."
Sensing the arrival of people, Xiao Yan opened his eyes.
Han Feng smiled and said: "Performed well. Heard from Teacher that you entered the top ten."
Xiao Yan chuckled: "Luckily tenth."
"Unfortunately, I couldn't break through to Dou Emperor before the competition; otherwise, I could have risen a few more ranks."
Xiao Yan said with some regret.
"You kid."
Han Feng scolded helplessly with a smile.
"When do you plan to return to the Northwest Continent?"
"Anytime is fine. I'm just waiting for you to come back and send me, Senior Brother."
Xiao Yan laughed.
If taking the ordinary road, the time needed to return to the Black-Corner Region from here is too long.
With Senior Brother, this convenient teleportation expert, Xiao Yan doesn't want to waste time on the road even more.
"So you treat me as a teleportation tool?"
Han Feng pretended to teach Xiao Yan a lesson. Xiao Yan shrank his neck and immediately hid behind Yao Chen.
"Alright, your Senior Brother is teasing you."
Yao Chen said.
"Xiao Yan should go back and take a look. Having been out for so long, you have to report safety."
"Then we set off tomorrow. You prepare tonight."
Han Feng said to Xiao Yan.
"Okay, Senior Brother!"
Xiao Yan responded.
Yao Chen and Han Feng did not stay here for long. After briefly mentioning some precautions, they returned home.
"Just arrived, leaving so soon?"
Yao Chen looked at Han Feng, his tone somewhat reluctant.
"Teacher, I can feel danger approaching step by step. Perhaps for a long time in the future, we will gather less and leave more. But as long as we win the final victory, peace and beauty will come."
Han Feng said seriously.
Yao Chen said no more, just patted Han Feng's shoulder gently.
...
Early the next morning.
Han Feng prepared to set off with Xiao Yan, Lin Xian'er, and Qing Lin.
The two women lived in the Falling Star Pavilion for a while and got used to life here.
But ultimately, they still have to leave with Han Feng.
"Really, Senior Brother, you might as well have come back later!"
Mu Qingluan crossed her arms, complaining in a low voice there.
She was playing well with Lin Xian'er and Qing Lin, but as soon as Han Feng arrived, the three-person group disbanded on the spot.
Han Feng glared at her.
"Cultivate well, don't end up not growing tall then!"
One sentence shut Mu Qingluan's mouth.
To grow up sooner, she had to endure humiliation.
Han Feng bid farewell to Yao Chen and Feng Xian, flicked his finger lightly, and disappeared from the spot with several people.
Northwest Continent, Black-Corner Region.
Han Feng and the others descended in Feng City.
Xiao Yan recovered from the spatial mighty force and breathed a huge sigh of relief.
Just in that instant, if it weren't for Han Feng protecting him, he thought he would be twisted into powder by the spatial force.
This ultra-long-distance teleportation has both convenience and risk. Without powerful strength, it is really quite dangerous.
But fortunately, it saved a lot of time.
"I won't send you back. You should still recognize the way yourself, right?"
"Of course!"
Xiao Yan waved to Han Feng, then spread his Dou Qi wings and flew into the distance.
"Xian'er, this is for you. The poison inside comes from the Mang Huang Ancient Region, very dangerous. Remember to be careful when absorbing."
Han Feng handed the stored poisonous miasma gas to Lin Xian'er.
For ordinary people, this is a deadly poison, but for the Woeful Poison Body, it is a natural supplement.
"Thank you, Master."
Lin Xian'er took the poisonous miasma gas, a smile of expectation appearing on her face.
"Qing Lin, this is for you."
Han Feng took out a stored mysterious gift again and handed it to Qing Lin.
"This is..."
Qing Lin stared wide-eyed at the mysterious gift in Han Feng's hand. The detailed observation power of the Jade Snake Three-Flower Pupils had already made her detect the existence inside.
"Did you see it?"
Han Feng no longer covered it up and removed the power wrapping the outside.
A python with red eyes, emitting strong ferocity, swam in Han Feng's palm.
"Ancient Heavenly Demon Python, also a powerful magical beast I found in the Mang Huang Ancient Region."
"Come, try and see if you can subdue it."
Qing Lin leaned closer to look and exclaimed: "Such strong ferocity."
Among the snake magical beasts she had seen, the Ancient Heavenly Demon Python in front of her could be said to be the magical beast with the strongest ferocity.
Even the Nine Serene Deep Ground Python is a notch inferior compared to it.
But this is normal. The Nine Serene Deep Ground Python lives in a relatively stable environment, without too much danger, lacking tempering on ordinary days.
And the Ancient Heavenly Demon Python lives in the Mang Huang Ancient Region, a forbidden zone for humans, where various primitive killings are staged daily. Living in it, the ferocity naturally goes without saying.
"Indeed a bit fierce, but I have already found a magical beast suitable for your current cultivation."
The Ancient Heavenly Demon Python in front is only at Rank 7 cultivation, far from its peak period.
Qing Lin took the Ancient Heavenly Demon Python bound by Han Feng's Dou Qi and said carefully: "I have to persuade it properly."
Before forcibly contracting, Qing Lin always persuades snakes with reason.
If the other party is willing to become her partner, that would naturally be best. If unwilling, then she can only say sorry.
"By the way, later I need to ask you to take action and help guide a genius girl of the Snake People Tribe."
Han Feng said.
"That snake girl has innately powerful soul power, so you have to defeat her in terms of soul."
Qing Lin was stunned upon hearing this, then seemed to remember something and asked: "Uncle Han, is it the snake girl we saw last time when we went to the Tagor Desert?"
"Oh? You have an impression?"
Han Feng thought Qing Lin didn't know her.
"En, at that time I saw spiritual Qi surrounding her, and I knew her soul power was not comparable to ordinary people."
"Does Uncle Han want me to defeat her to dampen her spirit?"
Qing Lin asked.
Han Feng nodded.
"Just let her know there are people beyond people, and mountains beyond mountains. Don't hit her too hard; I'm afraid she will never recover."
Han Feng laughed.
Facing the Jade Snake Three-Flower Pupils, Qing Luo, being of the Snake People Tribe, has a natural disadvantage.
Han Feng was really worried that Qing Lin might beat that girl into the dust if she didn't hold back.
"Okay, just call me when needed."
Qing Lin nodded with a smile.
The two women returned to the bamboo forest and began their respective seclusion cultivation.
Han Feng went to the City Lord's Mansion to briefly understand the recent events in the Black-Corner Region.
Originally he thought the Black-Corner Region would be much calmer under his major reforms, but unexpectedly, the Black-Corner Region didn't cause trouble, but the outside countries started provoking the Black-Corner Region instead.
And not only the Black-Corner Region, the Jia Ma Empire is now facing the siege of three empires. Many cities have been breached, and there are even signs of national subjugation.
On the table of the City Lord's Mansion, there was a letter for help sent by Jia Xingtian.
The content of the letter was asking Han Feng for help, hoping he could help the Jia Ma Empire quell this disaster.
"Chu Yun Empire, Mu Lan Empire, Luo Yan Empire."
Han Feng looked at the three empires besieging the Jia Ma Empire on the letter, somewhat puzzled why a mere Jia Ma Empire would suffer such a terrifying siege.
Each of these three empires can bring out Dou Ancestor level combat power, and currently, if Jia Xingtian hasn't broken through yet, the Jia Ma Empire should only have Hai Bodong as a Dou Ancestor.
Two fists are no match for four hands. No matter how strong Hai Bodong's combat power is, it is of no avail.
Moreover, the Miter Commercial House was not originally in the empire's camp. If the Jia Ma Imperial Family is defeated, the Miter Commercial House can completely withdraw from the Jia Ma Empire.
Their development in the Black-Corner Region is very good now; no need to worry about having no base.
Besides the Miter Commercial House, Han Feng remembered the original strongest sect of the Jia Ma Empire, the Misty Cloud Sect.
If Yun Shan hadn't come out to provoke him that day, maybe he would still be a Dou Ancestor now.
But unfortunately, there are no ifs. After Han Feng discovered the Hall of Souls aura in Yun Shan's body, not killing him was already giving face to the Misty Cloud Sect.
Now Yun Shan is beaten back to Dou Emperor, and Sect Leader Yun Yun definitely cannot break through to Dou Ancestor in a short time. In this way, the general trend cannot be reversed.
Maybe the three empires made such a big fuss because of Yun Shan being crippled.
Han Feng himself has no deep feelings for the Jia Ma Empire.
The Miter family and Xiao family, which originally had some connections, have already moved to the Black-Corner Region.
To be honest, he has absolutely no need to get involved in the struggle between the four empires.
However, this matter can be asked of the Xiao family to see if they have any feelings for their homeland.
If so, it can just be used as combat training for Xiao Yan.
Disciples fighting on the martial arts stage have no life danger, while the flashing swords and shadows on the battlefield are what truly hone a cultivator's combat ability.