that the Celestial Halberd was not being controlled by anyone, but was autonomously slaying those Abyssal creatures."Could this be a sentient weapon! Whose artifact is this!"Noticing this, Zhenren Qua...While Fang Yu's words were simple and straightforward, the meaning behind them was very clear.

And while I am skeptical, I also agree with Fang Yu's point.

However, given the current circumstances, it would be extremely difficult to unearth the entire Half-Spirit race.

Because, both Huixu and Fangyu's understanding of the half-spirit race is pitifully little.

"Forget about internal matters for now, just focus all your energy on investigating the Halflings." Fang Yu looked at Huai Xu and said, "As long as we can find their location, I'm willing to help you get rid of them."

Huixu's face turned grim, and he nodded.

"Also, I suggest you return to the surface and stop retiring here. Bring out the most trustworthy people from your four groups and form a separate team. That could solve many problems." Fang Yu added.

Huixu nodded again.

He can't really sit securely in a position of power anymore.

With his name and clout, he could return to the stage and at least deter those restless half-spirit beings for a while.

In this way, he was in the open while Fang Yu was in the shadows. The two working together would certainly be able to resolve the crisis.

"By the way, there's a young man named Ouyang Chengdao who wants to meet you." Fang Yu remembered this and said.

"Ouyang Cheng" Huixu was startled for a moment, then recalled who this person was and asked, "The son of Ouyang Xiuyu"

"Hmm." Fang Yu nodded.

"Xiu Yuan... Brother Fang, don't you know him" Huixu asked again.

"I also asked about it yesterday, and that's when I found out he was Ouyang Xiuyuan's son." Fang Yu smiled slightly. "The last time I saw Ouyang Xiuyuan, the kid hadn't even held a girl's hand, and now, his son is older than he was then."

"Six years ago when I contacted Xiu Yuan, he mentioned you, Fang-xiong... Now that Fang-xiong has stayed in Beidu for so long, I can ask him to come over with Ouyang Chengdao, and we can all meet" Huixu asked.

"If he wants to see me, just have him come over." Fang Yu said.

After that, Fang Yu stood up.

"Brother Fang, thank you for gathering so much intelligence in such a short time..." Huixu got up and bowed.

But the current situation is not yet clear. I would first ask Fang Ge to continue in his current position for a while... I wonder if Fang Ge is willing" Huixu asked.

Fang Yu looked at Huai Xu and said, "I hope you can express your main points directly next time, without beating around the bush."

Having helped someone to the end, Fang Yu didn't think about stopping there.

The Halfling race was also one of his enemies.

Especially the flood that the Half-Spirits are talking about... is something he cares about very much.

Therefore, even if he didn't voice his concerns, Fang Yu wouldn't just stand idly by.

……

A figure stood atop the mountain peak.

A faint white mist hung beneath his feet.

From his perspective, looking forward, he could see mountains suspended in the clouds.

This scene is very similar to the fairyland depicted in ancient books.

The figure stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the distant clouds that drifted slightly, his eyes emotionless.

At this moment, a black sphere suddenly appeared behind that figure.

The black sphere slowly expanded, condensing into a figure cloaked in darkness, kneeling on one knee.

"Master, the nails of Beidu have been pulled out by half." The black-clothed man said.

"Who pulled it" The figure that belonged to the owner asked in a soft voice without turning back.

"Fang Yu, Fang Changsheng." the man in black replied.

At the sound of that name, the figure ahead tensed, its hands clasped behind its back.

“Now Fang Changsheng goes by the name Fang Chentian and serves as the vice president of the Beidu Martial Arts Association. It’s said to be a personal appointment from Huixu himself. On the surface, he is one of Huixu’s disciples.” The black-clad man paused, then continued, “I ordered General Tiegu to guard the Soul Altar in Beidu… but last night, Tiegu faced Fang Changsheng and didn’t even last five minutes.”

"Why hasn't he died yet…" The figure ahead clenched their fists.

"Master, I believe the most urgent matter is to deal with Fang Changsheng," the man in black said, bowing his head. "Now that Huixu is old and his strength is declining, it's unavoidable. We just need to delay for a while, it's not a concern. But Fang Changsheng... if he truly is his disciple, we must be careful."

"This person is young. If he isn't eliminated soon..."

"The future him, could very well become the second Huixu, or even surpass Huixu."

Upon hearing this, the figure ahead turned around and looked down at the man in black. Their jet-black eyes, like a pebble tossed into a lake, rippled with layers of silvery waves.

"Where is the nine emptiness" he asked.

"Nine-Void... is currently attempting to merge with the armor bestowed upon him by his master." The black-clad figure replied.

"When he has successfully integrated, have him come to see me."

"Understood, master," the black-clad man said, his figure once again transforming into a ball of darkness and vanishing from sight.

And that figure, turned back, once again gazed at the distant Mount Xuankong, an icy chill emanating from their body.

"With an empty heart... Fang Changsheng... Whoever stands in my path to greatness, I shall vanquish them!"

Between the words, ripples stirred once more within the amber depths of those eyes.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

Mountains looming in the distance, one after another crumbling and breaking down into particles of dust!

……

Fang Yu and Zheng Ze left Yinfan Mountain Villa together and returned to the Beidu Martial Arts Association's clubhouse.

As soon as they returned to the guild gate, they heard a commotion coming from the first floor.

"Really Three prodigies from the Wei family made it onto the Heavenly Ranking this time It can't be a rumor, right"

"Yes, three prodigies from a single family all at once... How is this possible!"

"You don't believe me, that's fine! This is the truth! The Heavenly Ranking has just been updated! If you don't believe me, you can go check the Heavenly Gaze Bureau yourself!"

Every member of the martial arts association, from the highest ranking to the lowest, was discussing things excitedly.

All the discussions revolve around the incident of Wei Family's three days of glory.

The Wei family

Fang Yu remembered the brief exchange he had with Wei Xuan two days ago.

So, he casually called out to the three martial artists standing beside him.

"Lord Fang, Lord Zheng!" Upon seeing the two men's credentials, the three martial artists' faces changed, and they immediately bowed respectfully.

“What’s the story behind the Wei family’s three-day pride” Fang Yu asked.

"It's... the Heavenly Rankings have updated. This time, there are three new names on the list, all from the Wei family!" A martial artist replied.

"Is that strange" Fang Yu asked, frowning.

Three warriors looked at each other in confusion, not knowing what Fang Yu meant.

This matter, placed upon any martial arts family, would be enough to make that martial arts family the hottest topic in all of Beidu!

For the martial arts world, reaching the Heavenly Rankings means becoming a prodigy! A true child of heaven!

For a martial arts family to produce a prodigious talent, it is a great honor for the entire clan! It also brings about tangible status elevation!

And the Wei family this time, directly sent out three prodigies!

What glory! What majesty!

Originally, the Wei family, as an up-and-coming force, had always been at the bottom of the Eight Great Families.

But after today, the landscape of the Eight Great Clans will be changed!

The Wei family's standing needs to be raised three to four places, or even break into the top four!

This is the tremendous influence that a prodigy brings!

"Master Fang... This is indeed a major event, it has already shaken the entire Beidu." A martial artist replied.

"Well then, I'll go take a look at the Sky Peering Bureau too." Fang Yu said.

As for what kind of divine list or heavenly list, Fang Yu really doesn't know.

These things appear to have emerged after Fang Yu left Beidu.

After speaking with several martial artists, Fang Yu and Zheng Ze left the guild hall once again and headed for the Heavenly Gaze Bureau.

On the way, Zheng Ze explained information about the Sky-Peering Bureau to Fang Yu.

The Bureau of Celestial Observation, as an organization that monitors the world, holds a very special status.

Most people believe it is related to the Martial Arts Association and that it was established by the Martial Arts Association.

But in fact, the Celestial Observation Bureau has no connection with the Martial Arts Association. From another perspective, it is even more authoritative than the Martial Arts Association.

Throughout the martial arts world, the Prying Heavens Bureau is trusted for its judgment on all sorts of anomalies.

And those rankings, needless to say, are even more prestigious. To have one's name appear on the Peek Heaven Bureau's list is a tremendous honor.

Half an hour later, Fang Yu and Zheng Ze arrived at the Kuitian Bureau.

The Kui Tian Ju's architecture is vast, but the style doesn't resemble that of an organization, more like a plaza.

After entering through the main gate, there is a vast expanse of flat land.

And in the middle of the plain, there stood three towering stone monuments at the front and back.

"These three steles represent three rankings," Zheng Ze said. "The first one is the God List, specifically set up for strong individuals outside Beidu."

"The second one is the Heavenly Ranking, which is a list of young people's strength within the capital city...To be on the Heavenly Ranking, one's age cannot exceed thirty. Therefore, those who manage to ascend the Heavenly Ranking are called Heavenly Pride, representing young people with extraordinary talent."

"And the last stele, named the Sacred Tablet. The Sacred Tablet... is a list that only those with terrifying power can ascend... It's said that the lowest cultivation on the Sacred Tablet is above the peak of the Nascent Soul stage." Thousand Shadow Lake completely collapsed, and the entire ground caved in.Many cultivators by the lake spat blood and fell to the ground.The upward flight of Fang Yu was jolted, causing him to stumbl...