Within the Death and Life Corridor of the Tomb Boat, towering figures stood in rows—some were plant life, others flesh and blood, still others rock formations—each entity distinct in appearance, their armor and robes unique. Among them, the God-Eye Clan, the Purple Moon Holy Land, and the East Emperor Holy Land stood out as the three strongest factions, each boasting over ten Universe Masters.

Scattered among them were a few other isolated Universe Masters, all having arrived early because they were initially positioned in areas extremely close to the Liyan Ice Domain. Although powerful, they dared not interfere in the three major factions' efforts against that human, Luo Feng.

"Pitiable human."

"What an unlucky fellow." "That human, Silver River, comprehended the Xi Huang Game slightly faster, so that Duan Donghe immediately exposed him. If the two of us had comprehended the Xi Huang Game just as quickly, would we also have been publicly targeted? Attacked by a mob?"

"Even if we could solve the game, let's first conceal our strength and not demonstrate it in the crystal pillars. We can wait a while until more powerful experts gather here, then demonstrate it. By then, more of our race's experts will also be present." "Mhm."

Though they witnessed Luo Feng being besieged, they felt no compassion. Deep down, they were desperately eager to claim the inheritance themselves, and dealing with Luo Feng, the most promising candidate, was certainly for the best.

"Damned hybrid!" As the sharp claws of the One-Horned Lizard slammed into the massive grinding disc, its tail whipped out violently, transforming into a dazzling arc that sliced like a battle saber toward a unique one-eyed lifeform belonging to the God-Eye Clan.

The ones currently attacking Luo Feng, although ostensibly belonging to the three major factions, were not entirely composed of their own clan members. Take, for instance, the "Mist-Transforming Master," who was killed earlier by Duan Donghe after being spurred by the secret techniques contained within those stone pillars—that one was also a special lifeform.

Some powerful factions maintained vassal states.

For example, the humans of the original universe had formed the Hong Alliance, which included several vassal Universe Masters. Should the original universe eventually perish, Luo Feng and his human race would naturally retreat into a miniature universe, where they would set aside smaller spaces for their vassal forces. At the very least, those Universe Masters could continue to survive. These vassal Universe Masters naturally held a status slightly lower than those of the main race; generally, the most dangerous tasks fell upon them! In this confrontation against Luo Feng, more than half of the attackers were vassals of the three major factions who possessed the ability to deploy avatars.

Despite being vassals, their strength was genuine and tangible.

"Silver River, you certainly know how to struggle. Your armor is quite good. After losing those silver wings, you managed to acquire another fine piece of armor. But what use is all your struggling? Even if you survive this full-force battle against us, how much focus can you truly spare for the Xi Huang Game?" "Give it up, withdraw early."

The seven Universe Masters besieging Luo Feng held an overwhelming advantage. After all, Luo Feng was weaker in divine power; even if his secret techniques were on par, he could only barely match the weakest of the seven Universe Masters. Once besieged, he was completely suppressed, surviving only because the rampaging Demonic God Armor expanded to form the Beast God body, granting him immense defense.

"No." Luo Feng, engaged in lightning-fast combat within the body of the One-Horned Lizard, felt desperate. "This cannot go on. I need to maintain the Beast God form constantly; the consumption of divine power is too great."

If this drags on, his divine body will be heavily depleted, and replenishment in the chaotic sea is slow. Furthermore, even if divine power weren't a concern, continuing this drawn-out fight would severely reduce the efficiency with which I study the Xi Huang Game."

"Can't worry about that now."

Luo Feng gritted his teeth.

Because of the massive number of Universe Masters present, including two Universe Masters, he had been reluctant to bring out the "Star Tower." But cornered to this extent, he had no other option; comprehending the Xi Huang Game was his paramount concern.

The besieged One-Horned Lizard fled in disarray, constantly battered by the seven Universe Masters.

Suddenly, a "Boom!" A blood-red pagoda erupted from within the One-Horned Lizard. The lizard rapidly disintegrated and merged into the pagoda. This blood-red tower then settled motionlessly onto the corridor floor.

"Palace Master Treasure!"

"He actually hid inside a palace treasure? Did he truly think we have no recourse?"

"Foolish fellow, hiding inside a palace treasure is truly courting death."

The seven Universe Masters encircled the blood-red pagoda, exchanging glances, and all burst into laughter.

"Who will strike first?" "Who is willing to make the move?"

"This opportunity, you take it." "Why don't you, Wind Crane Master? Your sealing treasure is top-tier among peak treasures; you have the greatest certainty of sealing him." Luo Feng, inside the Star Tower, heard the external conversations perfectly clearly.

Inside the control hall of the Star Tower, Luo Feng dared not relax in the slightest, instead closely observing the outside and listening to the voices. Seeing the Universe Masters discussing, Luo Feng couldn't help but scoff: "Joking. Sealing me? Even a top-tier palace treasure has absolutely no chance of sealing my Star Tower, a sealing-type Ultimate Treasure."

Outside.

Wind Crane Master grinned widely: "Good, leave it to me. With my treasure, unless his palace is also top-tier, it cannot escape my seal. Once sealed—" The Wind Crane Master stopped speaking, wary of being attacked by Duan Donghe.

If sealed, Luo Feng wouldn't even have a chance to touch the crystal pillar or receive the inheritance.

Previously, the Mist-Transforming Master was killed after inadvertently causing the demise of two Immortal Cultivation candidates due to the collateral damage.

Wind Crane Master also worried that if he sealed Luo Feng and prevented him from inheriting, he too might be killed. If he were killed after sealing Luo Feng, it would be one thing, but if he spoke too much before the seal took effect and provoked Duan Donghe to kill him, it would be utterly unjust.

"Human!" Wind Crane Master held up a hand, and a dazzling tri-colored pagoda materialized, hovering. He sneered at the blood-red Star Tower.

"Seal!"

Wind Crane Master burned his divine power to activate his treasure. The tri-colored pagoda shot upward, directly positioning itself above the blood-red Star Tower. An aperture opened beneath the pagoda, and an invisible, powerful suction force immediately acted upon the Star Tower, beginning to draw it in frantically.

"Rumble—" The intense force pressed down on the Star Tower, causing it to tremble subtly.

Seeing the Star Tower shake but not lift from the ground, Wind Crane Master gritted his teeth and roared: "Seal!"

"Just a little more."

"Wind Crane Master, the suction power of your sealing treasure isn't enough!"

"Put more strength into it, give it your all!" The six surrounding Universe Masters urged anxiously.

Wind Crane Master turned around angrily and roared: "I used my full strength from the start! What more can I do? This human’s treasure is also a top-tier treasure; it's actually resisting! Which one of you has a better one? Come and try."

"I'll do it," said a cold man whose back was shadowed by a one-eyed phantom.

Luo Feng watched the proceedings leisurely. He thought, Of course. To force the Star Tower to be sucked in, they would need an Ultimate Treasure! How could a mere peak-level sealing treasure possibly succeed against my Star Tower?

The sealing attempt failed.

Those Universe Masters would likely only assume his blood-red tower was a peak-tier treasure. Few would dare suspect it was an "Ultimate Treasure."

Watching each Universe Master fail, Luo Feng remained vigilant; these fellows probably had other tricks besides sealing.

The dozens of experts gathered from the God-Eye Clan, Purple Moon Holy Land, and East Emperor Holy Land grew anxious. After the seven initial attackers failed, they even borrowed treasures from other experts... yet none succeeded.

"This human has so many good treasures. His armor is a treasure, and this tower treasure is likely a rare peak-tier item. To suck it in, we probably need an Ultimate Treasure."

"Mhm."

"Agreed."

"It seems the only ones who can act now are the Universe Masters."

"Right, only the Universe Masters might have the means."

"God-Eye Clan, among the three of us, only your God-Eye Clan has Universe Masters present."

"It's up to the God-Eye Clan."

Everyone frowned deeply. Even the Bug-Deer Master, the Shadow-E Master, and the Wu Mian Master noticed this situation.

"Two True Lords, none of us can manage it. I fear only a True Lord can resolve this Luo Feng," the Shadow-E Master transmitted mentally. Among the gathered experts were indeed the God-Eye Clan's Second True Lord and Seventh True Lord, both Universe Masters.

The God-Eye Clan had brought the Second True Lord and Seventh True Lord, who were taking risks here, along with their Universe Masters and Universe Venerables.

However, since arriving, both had remained silent, diligently comprehending, and had not intervened in this matter. Now that the Universe Masters of the three major factions were helpless, the only hope rested on these two True Lords.

"Shadow-E, Wu Mian, we just arrived here. Duan Donghe had already instructed us not to interfere with or harm other candidates. If either of us acts, we will certainly die," the Second True Lord explained via mental transmission.

"Ah!" The Shadow-E and Wu Mian couple were greatly alarmed.

At the same time, the Second True Lord also transmitted to the Universe Masters of the three major factions, informing them of the situation.

"Then what now? Luo Feng is about to obtain the inheritance?" the Bug-Deer Master transmitted mentally. The East Emperor Holy Land and Purple Moon Holy Land both exerted pressure and urged action.

The Second True Lord and Seventh True Lord exchanged glances, their eyes meeting, and quickly made a decision.

"I possess the Palace Ultimate Treasure, 'Ice Cliff Fortress,' which has sealing capabilities," the Seventh True Lord transmitted mentally, grinding his teeth. "However, for this Ultimate Treasure to recognize a master, the requirement on willpower is exceptionally high. For a Universe Master... their willpower must reach the level of a Universe Master. You two Holy Lands have Universe Masters who have lived immensely long lives; some might have willpower reaching the Universe Master tier. Pick one of them at random, have them temporarily bond with this Ultimate Treasure, and let them seal Luo Feng."

"Then who will make the move?" Both the Purple Moon Holy Land and East Emperor Holy Land hesitated slightly.

Because the one who acted was highly likely to perish.

"Hmph. Our God-Eye Clan is offering an Ultimate Treasure, and you expect us to dispatch an expert as well?" The Seventh True Lord transmitted angrily. He was driven to desperation, otherwise, he wouldn't have been willing to part with an Ultimate Treasure. Moreover, he was already prepared: once Luo Feng was sealed, he would immediately move to reclaim the Ultimate Treasure to prevent Duan Donghe from seizing it.

"Fine, the East Emperor Holy Land will provide someone."

Soon, a Universe Master stepped forward.

"Very good," the Seventh True Lord transmitted. "With an Ultimate Treasure making the move, unless this human Silver River also possesses an Ultimate Treasure... he certainly won't escape!"