Even those in the central area, like Xiao Beiyu, were filled with apprehension. He had initially intended to order his guards to break through the barrier, but it seemed his plan was too simplistic.
After a moment, he devised a new strategy.
He then directly proposed to the other two factions.
"I believe this barrier is incredibly potent. If we act alone, none of us will be able to break it. Therefore, I suggest we combine our efforts to open this barrier. Afterward, we can compete individually to crack the treasure protection formation, what do you say?"
The other two factions exchanged glances upon hearing Xiao Beiyu's suggestion. Seeing agreement in each other's eyes, they nodded and accepted.
With the three parties in accord, Xiao Beiyu reiterated the same proposal to everyone present.
Subsequently, everyone, including Ye Fei, simultaneously unleashed their attacks, focusing on the nearby barrier.
One attack after another converged on the same spot.
As time passed, the once formidable barrier began to vibrate.
"There's hope!"
Xiao Beiyu had been closely monitoring the progress of the barrier assault and immediately encouraged everyone.
"Let's put in more effort, the barrier is about to break!"
Ye Fei, meanwhile, mingled with the crowd, launching occasional attacks.
"Final blow!"
"Everyone, give it your all!"
Xiao Beiyu commanded sternly.
Boom, boom, boom.
After several more attacks, the barrier finally cracked open with a 'kacha' sound, and then shattered.
"It's broken!"
"The barrier actually broke!"
"We succeeded!"
Everyone cheered jubilantly.
However, their joy lasted less than half a minute. The formation that lay ahead was the true challenge!
Most of the people present were martial cultivators, with very few formation masters among them.
Furthermore, the treasure protection formation appeared exceptionally complex, leaving everyone with furrowed brows and uncertainty.
Especially the alchemists, who beat their chests and stamped their feet in dejection.
But for Ye Fei, this was not a difficult task.
As they exuded an aura of despair, Ye Fei quietly donned a night-traveling suit, covering his face with a black cloth, leaving only his eyes and nose exposed.
"Hahaha!"
"Heaven truly favors me!"
"It seems this treasure is destined to be mine!"
"The person by my side is a formation master from the Fu Sect!"
Xiao Beiyu declared with pride, then addressed the elder in blue, the formation master from the Fu Sect.
"Instructor Hu, everything rests on you!"
"Rest assured, we will guarantee your safety. Just focus on breaking the formation!"
The elder stepped forward, cupped his fists towards Xiao Beiyu, and said.
"I accept the trust and will fulfill my duty!"
"I will do my utmost."
"I shall proceed to dismantle the formation!"
As for the other two factions, maintaining a triangular standoff, they tacitly chose to observe, intending to seize the treasure the moment the formation was broken.
Xiao Beiyu, understanding their intentions, immediately ordered his guards to protect the elder.
"I advise you not to act rashly!"
"The guards by my side are not to be trifled with!"
"Let alone a few of you, even more would not be a match for them!"
Xiao Beiyu had immense confidence in his guards, knowing they were sent by his uncle!
Upon hearing Xiao Beiyu's words, both sides maintained their silence, their gazes fixed on the elder.
At this moment, the elder began muttering to himself before the formation.
"No, no, I made a mistake."
"I need to think carefully."
The elder himself was uncertain about how to break this formation.
The formation was simply too intricate!
Even for him, a formation master who had dedicated decades to studying formations, he had few clues.
Ye Fei, hidden behind a large tree, already had a clear giải pháp diagram for the treasure protection formation in his mind.
However, with so many people present, it was not convenient for him to reveal himself. Only by stirring up trouble could he seize the opportunity to dismantle the treasure protection formation and take the alchemical furnace.
A thought flashed through Ye Fei's mind, and he quickly began to incite unrest among the restless crowd.
Especially the other formation masters in the crowd, upon seeing that the elder was making no headway, became arrogant and immediately clamored to replace him!
Xiao Beiyu, upon hearing this, was incensed and promptly suppressed the instigator.
However, this action, instead of calming the situation, further angered the other martial cultivators.
These rogue cultivators had already been enduring hardship, and their mistreatment was becoming unbearable!
They would fight!
Following Ye Fei's further guidance, both overt and covert, chaos erupted on the scene.
The surrounding cultivators, including the formation masters, surged towards the three factions at the center of the formation.
"Audacious!"
"Do you unruly rogue cultivators dare to oppose noble scions like us?"
"I'll give you three counts to move aside, or I'll show you no mercy!"
However, Xiao Beiyu's words were like pouring fuel on the fire, causing the already enraged masses to lose control of their anger and prepare for a desperate battle!
In the Desolate Region, rogue cultivators already had a difficult life, with most of the cultivation resources monopolized by the established families. Their daily existence was fraught with hardship, and these words were like sharp knives piercing their hearts.
"You court death!"
Xiao Beiyu was also starting to panic. Even ants in large numbers could overwhelm an elephant. If so many rogue cultivators were determined to oppose them, their demise was certain!
A hint of panic appeared on his face.
Meanwhile, his guards had already engaged in combat with the other martial cultivators.
"A good opportunity!"
Seeing that the situation had finally become chaotic due to his efforts, Ye Fei immediately used his Flying Cloud Steps and arrived before the treasure protection formation.
The elder was still scribbling on drafts, seemingly dissatisfied with his own formation-breaking diagram and deep in thought.
Ye Fei, however, had already deduced his own diagram multiple times and, upon confirming its validity, skillfully began drawing on the colorful, shimmering screen.
Although Ye Fei's movements were not grand, they were noticed by Xiao Beiyu and others.
"Kid, who are you!"
"You look like a coward!"
"If you have the guts, take off that black cloth!"
As he spoke, Xiao Beiyu charged directly at Ye Fei.
However, even as Xiao Beiyu was speaking, Ye Fei had already completed his formation-breaking diagram.
Then, with a powerful surge of Yuan force, he struck the formation's core.
Rumble, rumble.
"Break for me!"
Ye Fei's eyes sharpened as he shouted.