76: Chapter 76 Combined Attack Techniques?

Ye Changge stood in mid-air, his sleeves gently fluttering, and the grey-black orb, refined from the flesh, blood, and souls of the two Bandit Cultivators, drifted into his palm.

The orb was only the size of a dragon eye, with dim spiritual light flowing across its surface. It was slightly warm to the touch, yet inside, it compressed the life's essence and remnant souls of two Mid-Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

He probed it slightly with his Divine Sense, confirmed there were no hidden dangers, and casually placed it into an idle jade bottle.

"This can be fed to Xiaojin."

He thought to himself.

Spirit Beasts like the Wuji Heavenly Eagle naturally needed to devour large amounts of spiritual items or even Yao Beast souls to grow; this "essence" was exactly a potent tonic for it.

After finishing this, he put his arm around Lu Shiyin, and their figures drifted back down into the defensive formation of the White Bird Market.

The interior of the formation was silent; all gazes were fixed on the young Old Ancestor who had just casually and instantly killed two powerful enemies.

It was not until Ye Changge's clear voice rang out that the deathly silence was broken.

"Fellow Daoists, you have been alarmed." Ye Changge's gaze calmly swept over the faces below as he spoke in a clear voice.

"The petty villains have already been executed. The disturbance to the auction gala is due to my Family's inadequate protection. Any Fellow Daoist present today who was delayed or suffered losses due to the recent incident may register at the market's steward office, and my Family will provide double the compensation in Spirit Stones for everyone."

As soon as he finished speaking, after a brief silence, the crowd immediately erupted into an uproar.

"Double compensation? Ancestor Ye is generous!"

"Just a moment ago I was worried... it seems I was overthinking it! The Family handles things truly reliably!"

"Ancestor Ye is mighty! His Divine Ability is unparalleled!"

Sounds of praise and flattery surged like a tide, and the panic that had previously permeated the area was swept away.

Replacing it was recognition of the Family's strength and responsibility,

and even a bit more admiration for Ye Changge himself.

Ye Changge nodded slightly and said nothing more.

His complexion revealed just the right amount of paleness, and his aura was slightly disordered, then he whispered to Lu Shiyin: "Lu Shiyin, let us return."

Lu Shiyin understood and immediately stepped forward, saying softly:

"My husband just used a Secret Art and consumed a great deal of energy; he needs to regulate his breath immediately. As for the market order, I must trouble the various Family Elders and stewards to take care of it."

The two did not linger, turning into two streaks of light and flying straight back to that elegant Immortal Cave, leaving behind countless gazes of awe and inquiry.

Once they left, although the market quickly restored its superficial order and bustle, the private discussions exploded like water droplets thrown into boiling oil.

"My heavens... did you see clearly? What was that Divine Ability? One move! Just one move! Two Mid-Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators were gone!"

"That black and white giant hand... the pressure it contained made my legs go weak even through the formation! It definitely exceeded the scope of ordinary Foundation Establishment Stage!"

"Didn't Ancestor Ye only just reach Foundation Establishment? This strength... could it be that he hid his cultivation? Or did he have some Heaven-Defying Opportunity?"

"I don't think it looks like hidden cultivation, it looks more like some extremely powerful combined attack Secret Art? Didn't you notice, before Ancestor Ye attacked, he specifically pulled Lady Lu into his embrace..."

"Right, right, right! Now that you mention it... it really seems like there is something to it! Could it be the legendary 'Dual Cultivation combined attack' method?"

Guesses and discussions were rampant, but with the seemingly reasonable explanation of a "combined attack Secret Art,"

the excessive fear and unease in many people's hearts, caused by the terrifying strength displayed by Ye Changge, were slightly calmed.

After all, an individual being Heaven-Defying versus a couple joining forces, in the eyes of others, the level of threat is different.

Inside the Immortal Cave.

The Restriction closed again, isolating all prying eyes from the outside.

Ye Changge gently set Lu Shiyin down.

As soon as Lu Shiyin's feet touched the ground, she impatiently turned around, her beautiful eyes filled with surprise.

"Husband, that move you just used... I have never seen you use it before. That black and white giant hand, its power was vast, as if it contained the ultimate principles of Yin and Yang, it is definitely not ordinary! And..."

Her cheeks flushed slightly,

"Why did you have to first... first hold me?"

Ye Changge touched his nose and smiled:

"This matter is a long story, involving a special Opportunity I had in my early years. Now is not the time to explain in detail; when there is an Opportunity in the future, I will certainly tell Lu Shiyin everything from beginning to end."

His tone changed, and his expression became serious:

"Lu Shiyin, there is one matter that requires you to handle it immediately."

"Please speak, Husband."

"Later, you will spread the news that you and I obtained a remnant ancient Cultivation Technique for combined attacks in our early years, called the 'Yin and Yang Heart-Sync Art'.

This technique requires the Dao Companion couple to be in sync in heart and mind, with their spiritual power blended, only then can they invoke the Yin and Yang Qi of heaven and earth to unleash the 'Yin and Yang One-Qi Great Capture' Divine Ability. Today's action was the result of our combined efforts."

How intelligent was Lu Shiyin; she immediately understood Ye Changge's concerns.

A tall tree attracts the wind; if her husband were identified as having easily crushed two Mid-Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators by his own strength, it would inevitably attract countless suspicions, probes, and even more vicious secret suppression.

Although the Family has now gained a firm foothold, its Foundation is still shallow after all,

no matter how strong her husband is, it is difficult to attend to everything and protect the entire Family completely.

Diverting some of the sharpness to a "combined attack Cultivation Technique" is undoubtedly the safest strategy of concealment for now.

"I understand." Lu Shiyin nodded solemnly, a flash of wisdom in her eyes,

"I will handle this matter personally, and I will do it without leaving a trace, letting the news spread naturally. It just so happens that there are already people outside guessing it is a Dual Cultivation combined attack method, so we can just go with the flow."

"Thank you for your hard work, Lu Shiyin." Ye Changge held her hand with gratification.

"We are one as husband and wife, why speak of hard work."

Lu Shiyin smiled gently, then playfully blinked,

"However, this matter is not urgent. Didn't you say you wanted to see the 'kind-hearted person's' sponsorship? I am very curious."

Ye Changge laughed: "That is true, business first, let's see our spoils of war."

He waved his hand and brought the two Bandit Cultivators' Storage Pouches in front of him,

crudely wiped away the original owner's remaining marks with his Divine Sense,

and then poured all the items inside onto the jade table in the Immortal Cave with a clatter.

The first thing that came into view was a mountain-like pile of Low-Grade Spirit Stones; a rough glance showed it was no less than twenty thousand!

Among them were mixed dozens of Mid-Grade Spirit Stones with even purer and richer Spiritual Qi, shimmering with an alluring luster.

"Tsk, it really is true that killing and arson lead to wealth."

Ye Changge picked up a Mid-Grade Spirit Stone and sighed,

"These two guys have a net worth thicker than many Elders of Foundation Establishment Families."

Although a thought of "Bandit Cultivators get rich fast" flashed through his mind,

it was merely a joking fantasy; with a Dao Heart as firm as his, he naturally had his own principles and bottom line for conduct.

Next was a pile of high-quality Magical Artifacts, including blades, spears, swords, halberds, shields, and armor; it was clear they were carefully selected or obtained through robbery, but for the current Ye Changge, they were of no great use.

"I will throw them into the Family treasury later, or reward them to disciples who have rendered meritorious service."

He casually pushed them aside.