The inexplicable disappearance of the chubby guy, Ye Feipeng, caused the people on the deserted island, who were gradually becoming somewhat arrogant due to their significant progress in cultivation, to become more restrained.
Strictly following the advice of the "Senior Skull," they practiced in silence and developed discreetly.
On the other hand, things seemed a bit unusual on Zhang Zhiliang's side.
There was no news spreading about his advancement to the Deity Transformation realm.
It was as if nothing had happened, and he still appeared to be the same Formation Grandmaster who was purely engrossed in the study of formations.
However, Li Fan knew that there must be some conspiracy brewing in the background.
Surviving the fierce battle in Tianlingzhou in this world, Zhang Zhiliang not only obtained an opportunity for a breakthrough but also seemed to have undergone some change in his mentality and beliefs.
Zhang Zhiliang didn't conceal this fact.
So, Li Fan, who had close contact with Zhang Zhiliang and was extremely skilled in observing subtle details, keenly sensed this.
In the Tianxuan Mirror, the materials for making the Formation Crown had recently experienced varying degrees of mild increases.
This seemed to indirectly confirm that Zhang Zhiliang was secretly preparing for something.
"I remember that this year, the two Deity Transformation Celestial Lords, Lancang and Haoxuan, are about to engage in a major battle in the Congyun Sea."
"As long as we see if Purple Cloud Celestial Lord will intervene at that time, we will know if Zhang Zhiliang has revealed the news of the Scarlet Flame Sea eruption."
"Everything in the world is interconnected, and by observing the smallest details, you can grasp the bigger picture. Even by comparing and confirming the experiences of past lives, I can stay at home and know everything happening in the world."
Thinking this way, Li Fan couldn't help but feel a bit secretly delighted.
However, just as he entered a new round of cultivation with this rare sense of pleasure, Li Fan suddenly changed his expression and interrupted his practice.
Because he found that the surveillance with the formless killing intent towards He Zhenghao had unexpectedly failed.
Although the lock was still there, not only could he not sense the situation on that side, but he couldn't even determine He Zhenghao's specific location.
The formless killing intent was a technique of observing the world and listening to its sounds, using a simulated heavenly mandate.
After so many cycles, such failures were rare.
For example, the former Master within the book house that pulled the cart driven by a blue ox.
But that was an ancient, mysterious entity capable of engaging in a battle with the Celestials, with strength at least surpassing the Harmony of Dao realm.
How could He Zhenghao, who hadn't broken through to the Golden Core realm, possibly block Li Fan's formless killing intent?
What happened?
Li Fan was still very concerned about his friend He Zhenghao.
As the only subordinate he had tamed in this world, Li Fan planned to find an excuse to take him out of the Congyun Sea before the Scarlet Flame Sea erupted, saving his life.
But the premise was that He Zhenghao couldn't escape Li Fan's control.
After pondering for a moment, Li Fan took out a communication talisman and sent a message to He Zhenghao.
"He Daoist, how have you been lately?"
For a long time, there was no response.
Li Fan frowned.
"He Daoist, where are you now?"
After waiting for a while, there was still no response.
Rubbing his chin, Li Fan got up from the Tianxuan Mirror and headed straight to the Transmission Plaza.
Just before reaching the teleportation array on Liuli Island, He Zhenghao's reply finally came: "Huh? Li Fan Daoist, what brings you to me?"
"Where else can I go but on Liuli Island?" Li Fan paused his steps. "Hehe, that's perfect. Long time no see. I'd like to catch up with you in person."
He Zhenghao immediately replied with a message that seemed a bit flustered, "How about another day? I have guests visiting today, so it's not very convenient..."
Li Fan smiled faintly, not paying any attention to He Zhenghao's suggestion, and directly activated the teleportation array.
He wanted to see what means He Zhenghao had used to block the formless killing intent.
After a while, Li Fan saw He Zhenghao with a somewhat embarrassed and regretful expression.
However, his attention was now focused on another person present.
A young girl who seemed to be only sixteen or seventeen years old.
Tall and slender, with a lovely face.
At this moment, she was sizing up Li Fan, her eyes full of curiosity.
"Who is this?"
"Who is this?"
Li Fan and the young girl simultaneously asked, "Who is this?"
He Zhenghao cleared his throat and calmly stood in front of the girl, blocking Li Fan's line of sight.
"Haha, friend, you're really quick. You say you're coming, and here you are!"
"Let me introduce, this is my daughter, He Xinxin."
"Xinxin, this friend is Li Fan, my father's close and good friend."
He Zhenghao concealed the embarrassment on his face and introduced the two to each other.
Li Fan's gaze swept over He Xinxin, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
This young girl, though not very old, seemed to have remarkable talent.
She had already reached the later stage of the Foundation Establishment level at such a young age.
Looking at the normal trajectory of history, if she hadn't crossed paths with Li Fan and He Zhenghao's "Shanhe Hidden Dragon Technique," her cultivation would probably surpass that of He Zhenghao!
Higher talent than her father, and not living with him...
Li Fan understood in an instant.
"He Daoist is quite good at living off others. I wonder why you came to the Congyun Sea all alone."
"Could it be that you're getting old and useless?"
Li Fan speculated with malicious intent.
On the other side, seeing Li Fan staring directly at his daughter, He Zhenghao couldn't help but feel a bit anxious.
Hastily, he spoke up to divert Li Fan's attention, "Haha, friend, please have a seat."
Quickly, he invited Li Fan to sit in the pavilion on the mountaintop.
"He Daoist, you really treat me as an outsider."
"I've never heard you mention that you have a daughter. Why didn't you say anything about it before?" Li Fan took a sip of tea and deliberately said.
Sure enough, when Li Fan said this, He Xinxin became somewhat displeased.
She remained silent, just staring at He Zhenghao with her beautiful eyes, looking a bit sulky.
He Zhenghao felt a bit troubled, hastily trying to explain, "Friend, you have a lot of important matters on your mind! I mentioned it last time that I was going to introduce my daughter..."
As he spoke halfway, He Zhenghao suddenly felt that something was amiss and hurriedly stopped.
Feeling the gradually suspicious gaze from He Xinxin, He Zhenghao's mind went into chaos. Opening his mouth, he couldn't figure out how to explain.
Fortunately, Li Fan timely came to his rescue, "Hehe, now that you mention it, I do recall."
"At that time, she even argued for me to prepare a gift for her when we meet."
"It's our first meeting, and your father didn't greet me. So, I didn't prepare any gifts in advance."
"Let's give her a little something."
Saying that, Li Fan took out a half-person-high flag from his storage ring and handed it over.
When He Xinxin took a look, she saw that the flag was black and yellow, with the words "Ten Thousand Immortals" written on it.
It was the "Ten Thousand Immortals Formation Flag" that Li Fan had used before, bought as a backup in this world.
Worth ten thousand contribution points.
"As a girl traveling outside, you always need to pay attention to your safety. This formation flag is for your self-defense."
Li Fan, who deeply understood the principle of giving to strengthen the bond, ignored He Zhenghao's worried gaze and smiled as he spoke to He Xinxin.
(End of this chapter)