For an entire year, Ye Feng made no public moves. But behind the scenes, he put on a convincing show.
In full view of the world, Ye Feng—together with Bibi Dong, Qian Renxue, Hu Liena, Shui Binger, Huo Wu, Feng Xiaotian, Chen Xin, Bone Spirit Douluo Gu Rong, Meng Yiran, Ma Hongjun, Dugu Yan, Poison Spirit Douluo, the Sea God, and others—appeared to ascend to the God Realm.
But it was all a carefully crafted illusion.
Ye Feng orchestrated the entire scene to deceive everyone into thinking they had transcended to divinity. In reality, they were hiding in Slaughter City, staying there for a full month.
Once Tang Yuehua confirmed their "ascension," she immediately launched a rebellion.
But the moment the insurrection began, Ye Feng reappeared in Spirit City.
"Despicable…"
That was the only word Tang Yuehua could use to describe Ye Feng.
Seeing Ye Feng and the others return, Tang Yuehua instantly realized the truth. The so-called ascension had been a trap—Ye Feng's plan all along. A classic case of luring the snake from its hole.
Once the truth was out, and knowing her rebellion had no hope of success, Tang Yuehua took her own life.
As for the remaining forces of the Clear Sky Clan, those seeking to revive the Heaven Dou Empire, and the rulers of its former kingdoms—they were all swiftly executed by Lin Hao on the spot.
In addition, Ye Feng used the list provided by Dai Mubai to thoroughly investigate and eliminate everyone involved in the plot or who had aided it. No innocent person was wrongly accused. The continent was finally rid of its greatest hidden threat.
All except one—Tang San.
Ye Feng sat silently in his chair, fingers pressed against his temples, deep in thought.
"Still no news of Tang San?" he asked quietly.
"None."
Bibi Dong approached from behind, placing her jade-like hands on Ye Feng's shoulders. As she gently massaged him, she tried to comfort him.
"Feng, you worry too much. I've already sent agents to monitor every exit from the Star Dou Great Forest. We have eyes in all nearby towns, and even inside the forest itself. Every suspicious figure is under surveillance. Now that the United Nations has been established, spirit masters must apply for permits to hunt spirit beasts or obtain spirit rings. Without our approval, they can't act. Tang San won't become a god—we've sealed every possible route."
"I hope you're right," Ye Feng said, closing his eyes and enjoying her touch.
Bibi Dong continued, "Feng, Tang San received the Dragon God's Nine Trials. He has only two possible ways to become the Dragon God. The first is to gather the faith of all spirit beasts—an impossible feat, in my opinion. The second requires the current high priest to sacrifice themselves, allowing Tang San to inherit the Dragon God's divine position. As long as we keep him from meeting the Silver Dragon King, he can't take that path either."
"I get what you're saying. But… this is Tang San we're talking about."
Ye Feng's voice was low, his expression grim.
Bibi Dong paused for a moment, then resumed massaging him. "I don't understand."
"Tang San isn't someone to be underestimated," Ye Feng explained. "If anyone can find a way to meet the Silver Dragon King, it's him. I haven't figured out how yet, but something tells me he's already working on it."
"You might be giving him too much credit," Bibi Dong said with a faint smile. "Even if he were a genius, I don't believe he could get past the net we've cast."
"I hope I'm just overthinking things," Ye Feng muttered.
Bibi Dong leaned in a little closer. "Feng, maybe you should shift your focus to something else."
"Like what?"
"I want a child."
"…Huh?"
Ye Feng opened his eyes and looked at her in disbelief.
Bibi Dong stopped massaging and sat on his lap with practiced ease. Staring directly into his eyes, she said seriously, "I said, I want to have a child."
"But don't you already have Xiaoxue?"
"I mean with you," Bibi Dong clarified.
Ye Feng blinked. "But… aren't you a bit old to have a baby?"
Bibi Dong's face flushed slightly. "Excuse me? I can still bleed, you know."
"You mean your cycle still comes regularly?" Ye Feng asked, surprised.
Medically, a woman's ability to conceive was largely tied to whether she still had her monthly period. Bibi Dong's words made it clear—she was still fertile.
"Yes," she confirmed with a nod.
"Are you really serious about this?" Ye Feng asked, though half-joking.
"I never got to enjoy motherhood. I failed Xiaoxue when she was little… and I don't want to miss the chance again. I've done my research—gods can remain in the mortal realm for a hundred years, but as time passes, our fertility drops sharply. Even divine beings can't defy the universal laws. If I want another child… the time is now."
Bibi Dong wasn't wrong. Even as a god, she couldn't completely escape the natural constraints of the world. Unless Ye Feng used his creation powers to modify her body, her window for childbearing would close eventually.
"Just look at Youyou," Bibi Dong continued gently. "Isn't she adorable? Don't you want another child?"
Youyou—Ye Youyou—was the daughter of Ye Feng and Ning Rongrong, and the granddaughter of Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. She was now four years old, incredibly powerful for her age, and incredibly mischievous. Ye Feng had even grounded her for an entire month to correct her behavior.
"She's so wild," Ye Feng chuckled, despite himself. "Every day, she screams about wanting to go out and play."
"Not anymore."
"Why's that?"
"Rongrong brought all the best food and toys into Glazed Castle," Bibi Dong replied.
Ye Feng laughed. "Smart move. Since Youyou can't go out… Rongrong brought the outside to her."
He suddenly froze.
Since she can't go out… bring the outside in…
Bring the outside in…
The smile disappeared from Ye Feng's face. Bibi Dong's eyes widened.
They both realized it at the same time.
"Not good!"
They shouted in unison.
"If Tang San can't get into the Star Dou Great Forest…"
"Then the Silver Dragon King must have found a way to leave," they said together.
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