The Great Ruler: Starting from the Lower Plane

Chapter 143 Weighing the Options

Ye Feng smiled, his calm and composed demeanor as if the previous conflict with the Xuan Gu Palace had never occurred.

"I will certainly not fail the trust placed in me by Pavilion Master Ye."

Without hesitation, Gu Ying nodded in agreement.

Then, as if afraid that Ye Feng would change his mind, Gu Ying did not linger. With a flash, he transformed into a streak of gray-white light and sped away towards the distant horizon.

As he watched the Bone Shadow depart, Ye Feng's smile slowly faded, and a glint of light flashed in his dark, deep eyes.

His decision to cooperate with the Xuan Gu Palace was not a spur-of-the-moment idea, but a decision made after careful consideration.

If Tianfeng Pavilion wants to grow and expand in a short period of time and collect the Supreme Spirit Liquid, it will be very difficult for him to do it alone, and he will easily encounter resistance from many surrounding forces.

If we were to join forces with local powers like the Xuan Gu Hall and share the spoils, then this impending storm would not just be a matter for the Tianfeng Pavilion.

To outsiders, most would assume that Tianfeng Pavilion had allied with Xuan Gu Hall, or even that he had submitted to Xuan Gu Hall.

"Hopefully, this Profound Bone Supreme won't disappoint him—"

Ye Feng murmured softly, then returned to the central hall and quietly awaited news while cultivating.

It's true that the Xuan Gu Palace had a grudge against him, but that's precisely why it's easier for the two sides to reach a cooperation agreement.

Compared to the unfamiliar fourth-rank supreme beings in the southeast region, the Xuan Gu supreme being was aware of his strength and acted cautiously and prudently. He did not turn against him due to momentary anger.

Such a person is a good partner as long as there are benefits to be had, and now that he has returned the Bone Shadow, he has already shown his sincerity.

Most importantly, he needs someone to shield him from the interference of those fourth-rank supreme forces so that he can deal with the territories controlled by third-rank supremes with peace of mind.

If this plan succeeds and he gathers 50,000 Supreme Spirit Liquids to cultivate the Blazing Fire Sword Body, he will be able to fight even a Fifth-Rank Supreme.

Only then will Tianfeng Pavilion have truly established itself in the southeastern region of the Hundred Battles Domain.

"Next, it's just a matter of waiting—"

Ye Feng let out a soft breath, and with a flash, returned to the central hall.

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Xuan Gu Hall.

In the dimly lit hall, the eerie white bone flames flickered, casting an intermittent glow.

The Supreme Xuangu sat high on the main seat, his pair of dark green eyes fixed on the kneeling bone figures below, his expression shifting between light and shadow.

"You mean Ye Feng has already broken through to the third-grade supreme level?"

The voice of the Supreme Xuan Gu was hoarse, tinged with disbelief.

"Absolutely true."

Bone Shadow responded respectfully, a look of shock still lingering on his aged face.

"After the seal on my spiritual power was broken, my senses are not wrong. Ye Feng has indeed broken through to the third rank."

Upon hearing this, the Xuan Gu Supreme fell silent, his dark green eyes flickering uncertainly.

In just six months, he broke through from the second rank to the third rank. Such talent and cultivation speed are simply terrifying.

Even the most outstanding talents cultivated by the top forces in the Northern Realm are probably no better than this.

Moreover, when he was a second-grade supreme being, he could easily kill Gu Xuan, who was at the same level, and severely injure the third-grade supreme being Lingye Gu Ying. Now that he has broken through, his strength is probably no weaker than his.

No wonder they dared to release the Bone Shadow; they were confident in their abilities.

"You just said Ye Feng wants to cooperate, what kind of cooperation?"

Xuan Gu Supreme recalled what Gu Ying had just said and asked in a deep voice.

"The Heavenly Wind Pavilion intends to expand beyond the Azure Wasteland and conquer some territories, and has invited our Mysterious Bone Palace to cooperate."

"Ye Feng said that we, the Xuan Gu Palace, don't need to take action. We only need to block those interfering forces. After the matter is done, half of the resources obtained will be given to our Xuan Gu Palace."

Bone Shadow made no attempt to conceal anything and relayed everything Ye Feng had said.

"half--"

The Supreme Xuan Gu repeated in a low voice, a glint of light flashing in his dark green eyes. His withered fingers tapped lightly on the armrest as he fell into deep thought.

The Hundred Battles Domain is a chaotic region. This southeastern region, which lacks the presence of seventh-grade supreme experts from the three major powers, is even more chaotic due to its proximity to the Great Luo Heaven Domain.

Power struggles and battles are commonplace, and their Xuan Gu Hall has only been established here for thirty years, which is hardly a long history. He, too, is unwilling to stop here.

Unfortunately, the Xuan Gu Palace itself has limited power, and there are two cities controlled by fourth-rank supreme beings near its territory. Most of the third-rank supreme beings around the Qinghuang Ancient Plain are subordinate to these three families, barely maintaining this balance.

To break this balance and plunder these forces, external power is needed.

Tianfeng Pavilion is clearly a good choice. If an agreement can be reached with these two major forces that experts above the fourth rank supreme level cannot make a move, Tianfeng Pavilion will surely reap great rewards, and Xuan Gu Hall will also benefit from it.

The hall was silent, with the bone fire flickering. The Supreme Xuan Bone had made his decision.

They, the Xuan Gu Hall, cannot afford to offend Ye Feng right now. Who knows what terrifying power lies behind him? If they can befriend him, they would naturally be happy to see it happen.

As for whether the ambitions of the Heavenly Wind Pavilion will grow bigger and bigger in the future, and whether they will set their sights on the Mysterious Bone Palace, it is pointless to think about it now.

No force has lasted forever in the Hundred Battles Domain; for now, acquiring resources is the priority.

With enough Supreme Spirit Liquid, one can go to some large auction houses in the Northern Realm, or even exchange it for items for breakthrough and advancement from the three major powers.

Without strength, it's wishful thinking to want to establish a foothold in this Hundred Battles Domain for a long time.

"This matter is highly advantageous to my Xuan Gu Palace, so we can certainly agree to Tian Feng Pavilion's request—"

Xuan Gu Supreme looked at the bone shadow, his voice carrying an unquestionable tone.

"I will obey the Lord's command."

Bone Shadow was not surprised and responded respectfully.

"Ye Feng is so young yet he has such strength, and his cultivation speed is astonishing. He must have a powerful force supporting him."

"It's better to befriend them than to be their enemy."

"Moreover, for this cooperation, my Xuan Gu Palace only needs to make an agreement with Wan Lei City and Yue Hun Sect to prohibit experts above the fourth rank Supreme from taking action, and we can get half of the resources. Why not?"

As Xuan Gu Supreme spoke, he burst into laughter.

If experts above the fourth rank supreme are prohibited from taking action, and only the third rank supreme experts of their respective forces are allowed to act, then the final victor in this area will inevitably be the dark horse group, Tianfeng Pavilion.

He wasn't worried about whether Tianfeng Pavilion would go back on its word. No matter how monstrous Ye Feng was, Tianfeng Pavilion was only just emerging and it would be difficult for it to swallow up so much territory in one go.

"The Lord of the Palace is wise."

Upon hearing Xuan Gu Supreme's plan, Gu Ying flattered him, then spoke hesitantly.

"Palace Master, should we report this matter to Supreme Lord Guiyun?"

Xuan Gu Supreme was taken aback for a moment, then waved his hand.

"The mere struggle between second and third-rank supreme beings is nothing to Supreme Being Guiyun. As long as we pay enough tribute each year, he will not interfere in our affairs."