Chat group: All my group members are in the villain camp

Chu Yanran asked in alarm.

Ye Ming's expression turned extremely ugly as he said:

"It seems that something has changed in the world while we were away."

Lin Qingxue said worriedly, "Could it be... some kind of viral outbreak?"

Ye Ming shook his head and said, "It doesn't seem like a virus, it's more like... some kind of strange curse or spell."

He carefully observed those zombie-like people and suddenly noticed a faint black aura emanating from them.

"This black aura... seems to be a trace of some kind of evil force."

Ye Ming said in a low voice.

Chu Yanran asked worriedly, "Then what should we do? Should we find out the cause first?"

Ye Ming pondered for a moment and made a decision:

"We need to figure out exactly what happened first. But before that, we need a safe base."

Lin Qingxue suggested, "Why don't we go to my house? It's protected by a barrier, so it should be safer."

Ye Ming nodded and said, "Good idea. Let's be careful and not disturb those...walking corpses."

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Chapter 1304 The Threat of the Walking Dead! (Begging for full subscription)

The three of them carefully made their way through the streets, avoiding the loitering figures.

After several twists and turns, they finally arrived at Lin Qingxue's house.

After entering the barrier, Ye Ming breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Finally, we're safe."

Lin Qingxue quickly brewed some tea, and the three of them sat down to discuss countermeasures.

"First, we need to figure out when this situation started."

Ye Ming said.

Chu Yanran nodded and said, "Yes, we also need to know the extent of the problem. Is it just this city, or is it the whole world like this?"

Lin Qingxue suddenly thought of something and said, "We can try to contact other cultivators."

Ye Ming's eyes lit up and he said, "That's right! I'll give it a try right now."

He took out a communication talisman, infused it with spiritual power, and sent it out.

However, the talisman disappeared suddenly after flying a short distance.

"Oh no, it seems that ordinary communication methods have stopped working."

Ye Ming frowned.

Just then, Chu Yanran suddenly exclaimed, "Wait! Don't we still have a chat group?"

Ye Ming and Lin Qingxue were taken aback for a moment, then realized what was happening.

"Oh right! How could we forget that!"

Ye Ming slapped his head in frustration.

He quickly opened the chat group and found it completely silent.

Ye Ming took a deep breath and sent a message in the group:

[Ye Ming (Cultivation World): Everyone, is anyone there? I've run into a bit of trouble and need help.]

After sending the message, the three of them held their breath and waited.

After a while, there was finally a response in the group chat.

[Zhang Dapao (Biological World): Ye Ming? You finally showed up! We thought something had happened to you!]

[Sun Qianqian (Fengshen World): That's great! Ye Ming, what exactly happened on your end?]

Seeing the familiar name, Ye Ming breathed a sigh of relief.

He briefly explained the situation, and then asked:

[Ye Ming (Cultivation World): How's the situation on your end? Have you encountered similar problems?]

[Zhang Dapao (Biohazard World): I haven't encountered any unusual situations on my end. However... I've been feeling a bit uneasy lately.]

[Sun Qianqian (Fengshen World): Everything's normal here too. Ye Ming, should we go over and help?]

Ye Ming thought for a moment and replied:

[Ye Ming (Cultivation World): No need for now. Be careful in your respective worlds. I suspect this might not be a problem specific to a single world.]

[Chu Yanran (Tomb Raider World): Don't worry, everyone. I'm with Ye Ming now. We'll figure something out.]

The others in the group breathed a sigh of relief when they saw Chu Yanran's message.

[Zhang Dapao (Biohazard World): That's good. Let me know if you need any help.]

[Sun Qianqian (Fengshen World): Yes, we're on standby at any time. Be sure to notify us if the situation changes!]

Ye Ming replied gratefully:

[Ye Ming (Cultivation World): Thank you everyone. We will be careful, and you should all be extra cautious as well.]

After closing the chat group, Ye Ming said to Lin Qingxue and Chu Yanran:

"It seems that the other worlds haven't been affected yet. But I have a feeling that this is just the beginning."

Chu Yanran said thoughtfully, "Could it be that someone is secretly manipulating all of this?"

Lin Qingxue suddenly thought of something and said:

"By the way! Ye Ming, do you still remember that mysterious Soul Palace from the Dou Qi Continent?"

Ye Ming's eyes lit up and he said, "You mean... could this be the Soul Palace's revenge?"

The three fell into deep thought; this possibility certainly existed.

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Chapter 1305 The Secret of the Scripture Pavilion! (Begging for full subscription)

Just as they were discussing countermeasures, they suddenly heard a commotion outside.

"not good!"

Ye Ming's expression changed and he said, "Those zombies seem to have discovered us!"

Lin Qingxue exclaimed in a panic, "How is that possible? The barrier should be able to stop them!"

Ye Ming calmly analyzed, "It seems these zombies are no ordinary beings. We need to find a way to leave this place."

Chu Yanran suggested, "How about we try traveling to other worlds? Like Zhang Dapao's biohazard world?"

Ye Ming shook his head and said, "The situation is unclear right now. Rushing through here might bring danger to other worlds. We need to figure out what happened here first."

Just then, the barrier suddenly trembled violently.

"Oh no! The barrier is about to collapse!"

Lin Qingxue exclaimed in surprise.

Ye Ming made a quick decision: "We need to leave here immediately. Qingxue, do you have any secret passages or anything like that in your backyard?"

Lin Qingxue nodded and said, "Yes! Follow me!"

The three quickly escaped through the secret passage, and as soon as they came out, they heard the sound of the barrier collapsing behind them.

"It's too dangerous, we need to find a safe place right away."

Ye Ming said.

Chu Yanran suddenly thought of something and said:

"Oh, right! I remember you mentioned a place in this world called the 'Library Pavilion,' which holds many secrets. Perhaps we can find clues there?"

Ye Ming's eyes lit up and he said, "Great idea! The Scripture Pavilion has strong defenses and should be able to protect us for the time being."

The three of them carefully made their way through the area and finally arrived at the Sutra Repository.

Ye Ming skillfully dispelled the restrictions and led the two inside.

"Phew... We're finally safe."

Lin Qingxue breathed a sigh of relief.

Chu Yanran looked around curiously and said, "Is this the Scripture Pavilion? It's certainly extraordinary."

Ye Ming nodded and said, "That's right, this place holds many secrets of our world. Hopefully, we can find some useful information."

The three split up and began to peruse various ancient books.

After an unknown amount of time, Chu Yanran suddenly exclaimed, "Ye Ming! I think I've discovered something!"

Ye Ming and Lin Qingxue rushed over and saw Chu Yanran holding a yellowed ancient book.

"Look here."

Chu Yanran pointed to a passage of text on the page.

Ye Ming read it carefully, his expression gradually becoming serious.

"This is……"

He whispered, "'The Myriad Realms Soul Devouring Technique'?"

Lin Qingxue asked in surprise, "What is the Myriad Realms Soul Devouring Technique?"

Ye Ming slowly explained:

"According to this book, the Myriad Realms Soul Devouring Technique is an extremely evil secret art. It can devour all living beings in the world and refine their essence into power."

Chu Yanran gasped and said:

"This is terrifying! Could everything that's happening now be caused by this Myriad Realms Soul Devouring Technique?"

Ye Ming nodded and said, "Very likely. But... who would use such an evil technique?"

Lin Qingxue suddenly thought of something and said, "Could it be the Soul Hall? Haven't they always been pursuing greater power?"

Ye Ming pondered for a moment and said, "That's possible. But whoever it is, we have to stop them."

Just then, Ye Ming suddenly felt a splitting headache.

"what!"

He clutched his head in pain and squatted down.

Lin Qingxue and Chu Yanran quickly helped him up, asking, "Ye Ming! What's wrong?"

Ye Ming, enduring the pain, said with difficulty:

"I...I think I sensed something...a voice...calling me..."

He closed his eyes and tried to concentrate.

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Chapter 1306: Guiding Ancient Consciousness! (Begging for full subscription)

A moment later, Ye Ming suddenly opened his eyes, a strange light flashing in them.

"I see!"

He exclaimed excitedly, "I know what to do!"

Lin Qingxue and Chu Yanran looked at him in confusion and asked, "What did you say?"

Ye Ming took a deep breath and explained:

“Just now I sensed an ancient consciousness. It told me that to stop the Myriad Realms Soul Devouring Technique, we need to gather the ‘Nine Heavens Divine Artifacts’.”

Chu Yanran asked curiously, "Nine Heavens Divine Artifact? What is that?"