33: The Feathered God's Messenger, concealing his true intentions.

The Yun Family's Reception Hall was grand in its Aura, with refined and extraordinary beauty visible in every detail after its enhancement.

Elder Bai He wore feathered robes, possessing the air of an immortal, and sat upright in the Guest Elder seat.

He appeared to be resting his eyes, but in reality, his Divine Sense had long since spread out like invisible tentacles, quietly sensing everything within the great hall and even the entire Yun Family compound.

The more he sensed, the more startled he became.

The Spiritual Qi in the Yun Family compound was so dense it far surpassed the Feather God Sect's Outer Sect Disciple area; it was nearly comparable to the inner Sect!

The patrolling guards all had solid Foundations, sharp eyes, and excellent equipment, clearly Cultivating non-ordinary Cultivation Techniques.

Especially the Star Formation covering the entire citythough it appeared to be only a simplified version, the Rule Concept it contained made even him feel somewhat obscure and difficult to comprehend!

"Turning stone into gold, elevating all things... it seems the rumors are true," Elder Bai He mused inwardly, putting away the last trace of contempt he held for the unseen Yun Feng.

It was replaced by deeper apprehension and... greed.

Footsteps sounded, neither fast nor slow.

Elder Bai He opened his eyes and saw a youth in blue robes slowly walking into the hall.

The youth's appearance was ordinary, his Aura restrained; at first glance, he seemed like a Mortal, but his eyes were as deep as the starry sky, seemingly able to pierce through hearts and see the essence of all things.

"I am Bai He of the Feather God Sect. Greetings, young friend Yun Feng."

Elder Bai He stood up, a warm smile on his face, and offered a courtesy befitting equals.

Yun Feng's strength in destroying the Nether Fiend earned him this respect.

"Elder Bai He has traveled a long distance, please forgive my lack of a proper welcome."

Yun Feng nodded slightly, sat in the main seat, and spoke in a calm tone, "May I ask why the Feather God Sect's envoy has graced this remote location of mine?"

Elder Bai He laughed, "Young friend Yun Feng is too modest.

At such a young age, you swept across the Northern Region and destroyed the Dark Guild; your strength is heaven-defying.

Now, this City of Radiance is famous across the continent, so how can you call it remote?

Celestial Pivot Master, the Sect Master of my Feather God Sect, heard of your deeds and was greatly impressed, so he specifically ordered me to come.

First, to offer congratulations, and second, to forge a good relationship with you."

As he spoke, he flicked his sleeve, and several streaks of precious light flew out, landing on the table in front of Yun Feng.

They were three treasures: a longsword imbued with the Concept of wind and thunder (Legendary Low Grade), a bottle of Medicinal Pills suffused with the breath of life (a fifth-grade Life Extension Golden Core), and a token carved with profound feather patterns.

"This is a small token from my Feather God Sect.

The Wind Thunder Sword and the fifth-grade Golden Core express our respect.

This 'Guest Elder Token' represents the sincerity of my Feather God Sect.

The holder of this token holds the same status as an inner Sect Elder, can enjoy Sect resources, browse certain texts in the Scripture Pavilion, and receive the protection of my Feather God Sect."

Elder Bai He's tone held a hint of arrogance.

"The Sect Master said that if young friend is willing to join the Feather God Sect, he can be directly ranked as a Supreme Guest Elder, a position of great prestige, second only to the Sect Master and the few Old Ancestors, with resources supplied without reservation!"

This gift was undeniably generous!

The conditions were undeniably favorable!

If it were any Loose Cultivator or family head on the continent, they would likely be ecstatic.

However, Yun Feng merely glanced indifferently at the treasures on the table, not even bothering to lift his hand.

"I appreciate the Feather God Sect's kindness," Yun Feng said, his tone still calm.

"However, I am accustomed to being a free spirit and cannot abide by Sect restrictions.

As for protection?"

The corner of his mouth curved into a half-smile.

"When I, Yun Feng, act, why would I need protection from others?"

The smile on Elder Bai He's face froze slightly.

He had not expected Yun Feng to refuse so decisively, not even bothering to discuss the terms.

"Young friend Yun Feng, perhaps you do not fully understand the position of my Feather God Sect on the continent..." Elder Bai He attempted to emphasize the Feather God Sect's power.

"Position?" Yun Feng interrupted him, looking calmly at Bai He.

"What does that have to do with me?"

Elder Bai He's breath hitched, and he felt anger in his heart, but he maintained his smile outwardly: "Young friend is straightforward.

Since that is the case, I will stop beating around the bush.

For young friend to rise so quickly in this barren Northern Region, you must have obtained some extraordinary Opportunity or Legacy, yes?

My Feather God Sect is very interested in this.

If young friend is willing to share, any condition can be discussed."

The true intention was revealed!

It had finally circled back to the core issue.

Yun Feng smiled, but there was no warmth in his expression: "Why should I share my Opportunity with you?"

Elder Bai He finally let his face fall: "Young friend Yun Feng, you should understand the principle that possessing a treasure brings trouble.

Some things are not meant for you to monopolize.

Cooperation with my Feather God Sect is a win-win.

But if you insist on acting alone..."

The threat in his words was self-evident.

"Oh?" Yun Feng leaned forward slightly, and an invisible pressure suddenly enveloped the entire Reception Hall.

The air seemed to solidify.

"Is Elder Bai He threatening me?"

Under this pressure, Elder Bai He felt as if he had been targeted by a primordial giant beast; his Soul was trembling!

He was a Legendary Peak!

Yet he felt fear in front of a mere youth!

He forced himself to remain calm, saying with false bravado, "It is not a threat, merely a statement of fact!

The waters of the continent run deep; young friend should not lead himself astray!"

"Fact?" Yun Feng slowly stood up, looking down at Bai He with a disdainful gaze.

"If I, Yun Feng, can destroy the Dark Guild, I can certainly slay any enemy who dares to trespass!

If the Feather God Sect wishes to test me, let them come!"

"You!" Elder Bai He trembled with anger but did not dare to truly lash out.

He had no doubt that if he dared to make a move right now, he absolutely would not leave this Reception Hall alive!

"Escort the guest out."

Yun Feng flicked his sleeve, turned around, and stopped looking at him.

Elder Bai He's face was ashen, his chest heaving violently.

Finally, he stomped his foot fiercely, collected the treasures from the table, and left a parting remark: "Good! Good, Yun Feng! I hope you don't regret the words you spoke today!"

Having said that, his figure turned into a streak of white light and he left the Yun Family in disgrace.

Watching the direction in which Elder Bai He disappeared, Yun Feng's eyes were cold.

"Feather God Sect... it seems the stage of this continent is more interesting than I imagined."

"You want my System and my secrets? We'll see if you have the ability to take them!"

He knew that a conflict had been established with the Feather God Sect.

But this suited him perfectly.

Pressure was the true motivation.

He needed stronger opponents to temper himself and acquire more Rule Energy!

"System, monitor the movements in the direction of the Feather God Sect with full effort.

Also, how much energy is required to deduce and optimize the complete version of the Zhou Tian Star Array Formation?"

[Monitoring has been strengthened. Deducing the complete version of the Zhou Tian Star Array Formation requires the consumption of 5,000 Rule Energy points. Execute?]

"Execute!"

Yun Feng did not hesitate.

Before the storm truly arrived, he needed to forge the Yun Family into a true bastion, capable of both offense and defense!

The winds and clouds of the continent stirred because of him.

And he was ready to face all challenges!