Chapter 890

Soon.

Li Yi and Xuan Yuezi reunited; it seemed both had the same thought—after eliminating the two Great Perfection cultivators, the remaining two could only be allowed to flee, without wasting time or energy chasing them.

"Immortal Lady, what kind of place is the Outer Heaven of the End Law world, that it still hides such a group of top-tier experts?" Li Yi asked immediately upon meeting her.

Xuan Yuezi said: "The Outer Heaven is a small world formed by the convergence of countless celestial havens and blessed lands opened by enlightened beings throughout this world's history. That realm gathers the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, concentrates the essence of the entire world, and over time became the coveted destination of countless cultivators."

"But the threshold to enter the Outer Heaven is extremely high—only those who reach the Great Perfection of the Three Flowers Realm may enter. When the End Law arrived, most Great Perfection cultivators entered the Outer Heaven, such as several ancestral masters and the Sect Master of the Dao Heaven Sect."

"Moreover, given the spiritual energy reserves of the Outer Heaven, even with the End Law, it could sustain for a long time. Thus, the number of Great Perfection cultivators who survived there is considerable, and even some enlightened beings remain."

Li Yi's expression grew grave: "So that's how it is—all the top experts of this world have gathered in the Outer Heaven, each at least at Great Perfection?"

"Not entirely. Some descendants of enlightened beings, and those with special connections, were also brought into the Outer Heaven."

Xuan Yuezi said: "I assumed that after the End Law arrived, the Outer Heaven had become completely isolated from this world. I never expected six Great Perfection cultivators would actively leave the Outer Heaven to seek opportunities here."

"It must be because Zi Yu True Person's actions were too conspicuous, drawing attention and spreading word of the cross-world passage back to the Outer Heaven, thus inviting this disaster."

Li Yi said: "A single unverified rumor isn't enough to draw six Great Perfection experts out of the Outer Heaven. The End Law has lasted too long—even the spiritual energy of the Outer Heaven is beginning to run low. They were likely driven to desperation and seeking another path. After all, no matter how rich a small world's spiritual energy, without replenishment over such a long time, how could it sustain so many top-tier experts?"

"The struggle for spiritual energy is like a struggle for life. Though Great Perfection seems powerful to us, in the Outer Heaven they're merely the first to be eliminated. The enlightened beings are the true giants there, capable of monopolizing entire realms."

"Your words hold merit, Tai Yi. Life in the Outer Heaven must be difficult too. Spiritual energy depletion didn't happen overnight—this End Law will last at least several thousand years. They cannot possibly endure it. Without spiritual energy, even immortal Great Perfection cultivators will regress in realm and eventually perish." Xuan Yuezi nodded slightly, then added: "Tai Yi, what are your plans now?"

"Going to war with the Outer Heaven isn't wise. There are at least dozens, perhaps hundreds of Great Perfection cultivators there. Even weakened by the End Law, we'd still be no match. Beyond that, the Outer Heaven has enlightened beings—unknown how many, but if even one acts, the situation turns dire."

Xuan Yuezi spoke now with a tone of caution, fearing Li Yi might act rashly.

"I understand your meaning, Immortal Lady. As the saying goes, even a rotten boat has three pounds of nails. How much more so a great cultivation world? Had this world not suffered the End Law, its foundation would surpass the Xuan Immortal Continent and the Demon God Realm. Though most cultivators have perished, the world's top combat strength remains concentrated in the Outer Heaven. These people value their lives and avoid unnecessary conflict—but if pushed to the brink, they can still bite hard enough to kill us."

"As for the enlightened beings… they are indeed a grave threat."

Li Yi's gaze shifted slightly as he considered his strategy.

The safest method, of course, would be to immediately cross over and abandon this cultivation world entirely, letting these cultivators perish here. A more aggressive approach would be to attempt cooperation with these cultivators.

To waste such a powerful force would indeed be a pity.

"Xuan Yuezi, what do you think of selling the Xuan Immortal Continent or the Demon God Realm to the enlightened beings of the Outer Heaven?" Suddenly, Li Yi smiled.

Xuan Yuezi immediately understood: "Tai Yi, you mean to set the wolf against the tiger?"

"Exactly. The best way for these Great Perfection cultivators to survive is to send them into a hostile world and let them tear each other apart. Moreover, these Great Perfection cultivators fight alone, with no factions to back them—they pose little threat to Earth. By the time they rebuild their sects, it'll be centuries." Li Yi said.

Xuan Yuezi paused, then said: "That's a sound idea, but once these cultivators cross over, they can easily integrate into the Xuan Immortal Continent or the Demon God Realm. Even demon kings and true immortals won't bother fighting such a group—it's easier to simply grant them a territory to settle."

"You've thought this through thoroughly—I see the concern." Li Yi nodded slightly, realizing his plan was still incomplete.

After all, he wanted them to fight each other—but they weren't fools. They were ancient, cunning beings who had lived for countless years. Why would they willingly abandon immortality to fight unless absolutely forced?

The previous six had no choice—otherwise, they wouldn't have fought Li Yi to the death.

Immortal beings think differently from ordinary cultivators. Having lived so long and witnessed countless deaths, they are selfish, cold-blooded—and yet, they fear death.

As the two conversed,

Suddenly,

A strange spatial fluctuation appeared above the heavens.

As this spatial disturbance emerged, thin streams of spiritual energy began leaking into this world, as if an invisible cross-world gate had opened. Then, over a dozen humanoid silhouettes appeared within their line of sight.

"They've come. The Outer Heaven's gate has opened. More Great Perfection cultivators are arriving in this End Law world. Indeed, Jiang Chengzi, Tian Yunzi, and others secretly notified many."

Xuan Yuezi's expression shifted: "Tai Yi, if you're leaving, go now—the time is still right. They won't fight to stop us. In the End Law era, every bit of magic power is precious; no one wastes it."

"No rush. Before we leave, we must plant a seed in their minds—just in case we need it later. Immortal Lady, return to Bao Ting and bring Zi Yu True Person and the others back to Earth. Remember: the Self-Sacrifice Spell." Li Yi said.

"Tai Yi, staying here is too dangerous," Xuan Yuezi said.

"I have the Immortal Warship. If I want to leave, they can't stop me." Li Yi said: "That's settled. Immortal Lady, depart at once."

"Fine. Be careful." Seeing Li Yi's determination, Xuan Yuezi stopped her persuasion and immediately used the Cloud-Riding Technique to fly toward the Bao Bottle. This mission still had to be completed—otherwise, the trip would be in vain.

At this moment, sixteen Great Perfection cultivators had descended from the Outer Heaven into this End Law world. They had seen Xuan Yuezi leave but made no move to stop her, for they had already realized this cross-world man was the true leader.

"That must be Xuan Yuezi of the Dao Heaven Sect. I didn't expect her to reach Great Perfection so quickly—and her condition is excellent, utterly unlike ours in the End Law era."

"Where are Jiang Chengzi and Tian Yunzi? Did someone kill them? How is that possible? They were six, while the enemy was only two. Even weakened, they shouldn't have been utterly defeated."

"There are indeed signs of battle. It seems the six were killed. Unthinkable—six working together couldn't overcome two opponents. Has the End Law truly reduced them to this? They were ancestral masters, once prodigies of their sects."

The Three Flowers Great Perfection cultivators discussed among themselves, finding the defeat of Jiang Chengzi and Tian Yunzi utterly unbelievable.

After all, Xuan Yuezi was only just Great Perfection—even at peak condition, she could at most fight two.

Could this man possess the power of an enlightened being?

That was impossible.

If he were an enlightened being, Jiang Chengzi and Tian Yunzi wouldn't have even had time to send a message.

Feeling the weight of over a dozen gazes fixed upon him, Li Yi showed no fear. Instead, he stepped upon auspicious clouds and walked straight toward them.

"Stop. Outsider, state your name," one Great Perfection cultivator barked.

But Li Yi did not halt—he continued forward: "You know I'm from outside. Then you must know that in this End Law world, dissolution is inevitable. Even if the Outer Heaven still holds spiritual energy, it cannot sustain you much longer. To wait for the next spiritual revival, you'd need thousands of years."

"Do you think you can survive under these conditions for thousands of years?"

"Capture you, obtain the cross-world method, and this crisis is solved. That's precisely why we've come," another cultivator said coldly.

"Try if you can. Even all of you together may not hold me. I remain here to speak with you because I offer you a chance. If you don't wish to die here, come with me and cross over from this world." Li Yi said calmly.

At these words,

The sixteen Great Perfection cultivators immediately shifted their thoughts.

For Li Yi's words struck directly at their weakest point.

Those in the Outer Heaven knew well: the chance of surviving until the next spiritual revival was minuscule. Otherwise, why would over a dozen have joined forces to return to this End Law world? Wasn't their sole purpose to find the cross-world method?

And this man before them was no weakling—he must be immensely powerful. A bloody fight might cost them their last chance at survival.

Cooperation seemed safer.

If they could truly cross into a world rich in spiritual energy, even paying a price would be acceptable.

"We outnumber him ten to one. Capturing him and seizing the cross-world method would be far more reliable," some aggressive Great Perfection cultivators refused to trust Li Yi, preferring to seize the opportunity by force.

Many others nodded in agreement.

Better to rely on oneself than beg others. With such overwhelming numbers, why negotiate?

Let this outsider witness the true power of Great Perfection—so he doesn't underestimate us.

Seeing their discord, Li Yi understood clearly: unless he demonstrated overwhelming strength, he could not control their intentions.

To recruit a group of powerful enforcers for the future, he didn't mind putting in extra effort.

"You wish to capture me and obtain the cross-world method? A fine idea. But you seem to have forgotten how the previous six Great Perfection cultivators met their end. Words are useless. Let your next words be spoken after you endure my punch."

As he spoke, his eyes blazed with arrogance.

Silver radiance erupted from his body, awakening an ancient bloodline power. Behind him appeared the spectral form of a divine being—a deity wielding thunder and lightning dragons, treading upon five-colored auspicious clouds, crowned by sun and moon, radiating divine might capable of annihilating all.

The sixteen Great Perfection cultivators, witnessing this sight, immediately paled.

This was power foreign to this world—and terrifyingly potent.