Chapter 1098: Insufficient Strength

They all know Ye Liuyun's realm is low, but with numerous Monster Beasts and treasures nearby, when fighting stronger foes it is these external forces that help him win.

"Oh!" Feng Changming replied with a slightly disappointed tone, then fell silent.

The Clan Chief immediately took over, fearing they might upset Ye Liuyun.

"Prince Ye is still young, yet his own strength is impressive! In battle, one doesn't always have to rely solely on power; wit and external aid are also parts of strength."

The Elder added, "Prince Ye is definitely a leading figure among the younger generation! Our Feng Clan could not produce such talent."

The two seemed to be praising Ye Liuyun, but in fact they were speaking to Feng Changming.

Feng Changming hesitated, "If one's personal strength is lacking, even with great wit one cannot defeat someone with overwhelming power!"

Ye Liuyun guessed that they were recommending him to Feng Changming. He must seize this opportunity.

So he addressed Feng Changming, "When strength is insufficient, wit compensates! For example, Elder Changming is far stronger than I, yet I still have a way to subdue you!"

"Oh? You can subdue me?" Feng Changming raised an eyebrow, clearly skeptical.

Ye Liuyun said nothing, merely gave a slight smile.

Suddenly, Feng Changming felt a sharp object pressing against the back of his heart.

And the figure of the Black Tortoise suddenly appeared on his back, its sharp claws pressing exactly on the spot of his back‑heart.

If Ye Liuyun intended to kill him, the Black Tortoise would have had the chance to strike long ago!

The Clan Chief and the others were all startled; they hadn't expected that beside Ye Liuyun there was also a Tianzun Realm master.

Moreover, this master could evade their Divine Sense detection, especially evading Feng Changming's Divine Sense, which was quite astonishing.

Feng Changming now frowned, repeatedly pondering when the Black Tortoise had gotten onto his back.

Yet after thinking for a long while, he still couldn't figure it out. He didn't know whether it was the strong one's bizarre movement or some special method Ye Liuyun used.

"You see, sometimes one doesn't have to act personally."

Ye Liuyun knows his realm is low, so he can only rely on these external forces to highlight his advantage.

Feng Changming and the Clan Chief exchanged glances, then slowly nodded.

The Elder also began to explain to Ye Liuyun.

"We, together with the Cheng Clan, discovered a Mineral Vein. Within the vein lies a Secret Realm, said to contain treasures worth a fortune.

We have been at a stalemate with the Cheng Clan for a long time; finally we decided to let the youths from both sides enter together to explore, and we may seek external aid.

The external aid the Cheng Clan found is Mo Tianheng. So we wish to ask Prince Ye to lead, to guide our Feng Clan disciples into the Secret Realm. Of course, any treasure obtained will belong entirely to the Prince.

We don't demand that we must obtain any treasure; we just need to prevent the Cheng Clan from getting any. The Cheng Clan has been too arrogant lately; if their younger generation acquires any heavy treasure or opportunity, it will further overwhelm our Feng Clan.

The Feng Clan has many collaborations with Ye Liuyun, so the conflict between the Cheng Clan and the Feng Clan has never been hidden from Ye Liuyun.

Moreover, from Ye Liuyun's recent elimination of Prince True Essence and Marquis He Pingnan, they realized Ye Liuyun now has a conflict with the Cheng Clan, thus they are even more eager to recruit him into the Feng Clan's camp.

Although Ye Liuyun's personal realm is not outstanding, his overall strength is definitely the strongest among the youths.

Especially the move he just displayed, dealing with a Tianzun, was extremely easy.

If he were to launch a surprise attack on others, almost no one could defend against it.

This is what Ye Liuyun showed them; as for the rest, every Martial Cultivator has a trump card for survival that they will never reveal to others.

Therefore they are certain Ye Liuyun possesses even stronger means.

As the Elder responsible for this selection, Feng Changming also considered this, which is why he agreed to let Ye Liuyun join.

Most Feng Clan disciples are only concerned with their own cultivation. Since the situation inside the Secret Realm is unknown, they indeed need a brave, cunning, resourceful leader.

"I see!"

Ye Liuyun pretended he hadn't mentioned this before.

"Then, esteemed Elders, rest assured. My conflict with the Cheng Clan is not easily resolved. Therefore, regarding this matter, I am absolutely obligated to act."

Ye Liuyun went along smoothly and immediately agreed.

"Since you've joined, starting tomorrow you will take part in our disciples' intensive training! Also get acquainted with everyone in advance. There are still two months before we enter the Secret Realm, so try to improve your strength within those two months."

Feng Changming kindly reminded Ye Liuyun.

"Then I shall be a bother to Elder Changming!" Ye Liuyun felt his heart was about to burst with happiness.

Without even lifting a finger, he could approach the treasure and deal with the Cheng Clan!

"But during the training, may I call you by your name directly? Constantly calling you Prince Ye is inconvenient!" Feng Changming suggested.

"No problem. Actually, everyone can just call me by my name normally; no need for Prince or any titles."

Several Elders of the Feng Clan were pleased to see Ye Liuyun so easygoing.

"Haha, when training starts, I certainly won't treat you as a Prince or give you any special treatment!"

Feng Changming told Ye Liuyun in advance to give him a mental preparation.

He also knows Ye Liuyun is now crucial to the Feng Clan; offending him would be a loss not worth the cost.

"Elder Changming is joking! As long as I can improve my strength, I'll be thrilled beyond words!"

Ye Liuyun chatted with them for a while, then discussed some business matters before returning to his residence.

After returning, he immediately re‑entered the Space World and consulted Qiong Qi on a plan.

His clone had already informed Qiong Qi of the news.

Qiong Qi sighed, "I told you earlier you have good luck, but you didn't believe me! I spent tremendous effort yet found no chance, while you entered directly without any effort! It's utterly unreasonable!"

Haha, you're just jealous of me! Qiong Qi's complaint made Ye Liuyun laugh.

"What's the deal with Mo Tianheng?" Qiong Qi only now began to pay attention to that person.

"He's similar to you; likely a great being who has reincarnated and resumed cultivation!" Ye Liuyun explained.

"Oh? Then perhaps I can get close to him!" Qiong Qi became cautious.

Those who reincarnate and resume cultivation have unfathomable strength, impossible to gauge by surface power.

Ye Liuyun also shared his past dealings with Mo Tianheng, giving Qiong Qi a mental preparation.

"What's there to be afraid of? Isn't there little blue ice!" Qiong Qi looked at the distant blue ice snake that had transformed into its true form, and said disdainfully.