Yuan Ming judged that the timing was just right, and with a wave of his single hand, withdrew his divine skill.

Only then did the people of Wuya Island gradually come to their senses, their eyes dizzy and ears ringing.

Having been tossed around by Yuan Ming like this, everyone immediately became much more obedient.

They recalled how they inexplicably fell into a nightmare earlier and couldn't break free despite trying everything, cold sweat dripping down their bodies. They finally realized what kind of existence they had provoked.

"Island Master Yuan, we were ignorant and foolish. Now, we deeply understand our stupidity. Please show mercy, we are willing to offer any compensation," said Ye Wuya, stepping forward with clasped hands and bowing.

After speaking, he kept his head lowered, not raising it even an inch.

The other cultivators of Wuya Island saw this and quickly followed suit, clasping their hands and bowing to Yuan Ming.

Zi Mei, a senior sister from the Su Nu Sect, pondered for a moment, then twisted her waist, stepped forward to salute, and said:

"Island Master Yuan, I am from the Su Nu Sect. I believe you already know this, but you might not be very familiar with our sect. I feel it's necessary to explain it to you."

Upon hearing their words, Ye San and others who were hiding far away were incredibly shocked.

The one Lord Nether Moon God had newly captured turned out to be the renowned Island Master of Wuya Island, Ye Wuya, and also a female disciple from the Central Continent Su Nu Sect.

They always thought they held Island Master Yuan and Lord Nether Moon God in high enough regard and awe, but now it seemed insufficient. He was a true divine, possessing vast divine skills and methods beyond their imagination.

"Hmph, what? Want to use your sect to pressure me?" Yuan Ming sneered, unaware of the shock in the hearts of the believers behind him, and asked.

"I dare not. I meant to say that the Su Nu Sect has always revered the strong. If you are willing, I can recommend you to become a sacrificial elder in our sect. At that time, the resources and female cultivators of the Su Nu Sect will be at your disposal." Zi Mei quickly explained, recalling the earlier agony that nearly shattered her divine soul.

"Female cultivators at my disposal? Does that include you?" Yuan Ming raised an eyebrow and asked.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, with your vast divine skills, it would be my honor to serve you." Zi Mei's thoughts spun rapidly, a charming smile appeared on her face, her beautiful eyes even more bright and intoxicating, seemingly able to capture one's soul.

Yuan Ming sneered, raised his hand, and pressed forward into the void.

In the next instant, the void above the cultivators' heads fluctuated, a mass of black light condensed out of thin air, transforming into a black giant palm the size of a palace, emanating circles of black light waves pressing downward—the Great Black Sky God Palm.

Within dozens of feet, everything was frozen, space itself seemed to freeze, and the powerful spiritual pressure bore down, bringing unspeakable stress to everyone, changing their complexions.

Zi Mei bore an even heavier pressure than the others, directly kneeling to the ground with a thump, her charming face turned ashen, the earlier enchantment completely vanished.

"Those improper transactions of the Su Nu Sect hold no interest for me, nor your shallow seduction techniques; do not flaunt them in front of me again, or I won't hesitate to cripple your cultivation," Yuan Ming calmly stated, the chill in his tone making Zi Mei and the other three feel faint-hearted.

"Yes..." Zi Mei shivered, not daring to utter another word.

"And as for you, since you dared to strike at me on Wuya Island that day, you shall pay the price now," said Yuan Ming, looking at the others.

Having witnessed Yuan Ming's methods, everyone present was apprehensive, not daring to meet his gaze.

"Island Master Yuan, indeed, we offended you that day. What kind of compensation do you desire?" Ye Wuya cupped his hands and asked.

"You've known my identity; aside from being the Spiritual Ape Island Master, I am also the Sect Hierarch of the Moon Sect, the Nether Moon God. Unless you henceforth submit to the Moon Sect, settle here, sincerely pray to the Nether Moon God, and follow my commands, I might leave you alive," Yuan Ming slowly stated.

Upon hearing this, everyone was relieved to know their lives were spared, but immediately became anxious again.

It seemed from Yuan Ming's words that he intended to confine them permanently, a fate worse than death.

"Island Master Yuan, will there be a day when we can regain our freedom?" Ye Wuya bravely asked.

"I am not unreasonable; as long as you behave well, there will naturally be a time to see the light of day again," replied Yuan Ming, looking at him.

"Alright, as long as there's a chance for freedom, I am willing," Ye Wuya nodded, said.

His words prompted the other cultivators of Wuya Island to naturally comply.

The three from the Su Nu Sect also expressed their willingness to comply.

Seeing this, Yuan Ming's expression remained calm, but inwardly, he was overjoyed.

With so many Returning to Void believers, the desire power generated would multiply.

"Very good, it's best that you can think it through, sparing me the need to take action and causing unnecessary killings. Now, tell me what cultivation techniques you practice, your cultivation levels, and what you excel in. Ye Wuya, you start," Yuan Ming nodded, said.

Cultivation techniques, cultivation levels, and divine skills are critical information for cultivators, and even the closest people may not disclose them.

But when Yuan Ming asked, Ye Wuya dared not refuse to answer. After a brief hesitation, he said, "I primarily cultivate the 'Xuan Yuan Spirit Technique', and I'm at the peak of the Late Stage Refining. I'm proficient in formations."

"You are an Array Master? Was it you who set up the Thunder Array inside the Qingchun Pavilion? Being able to arrange such a great array in haste is impressive. What is the level of your array formation?" Yuan Ming's face showed a slight delight, and he inquired further.

"I am a Level 5 Array Master and have lingered at this level for many years... I just saw a glimmer of hope for advancing to Level 6." Ye Wuya noticed Yuan Ming's joyful expression and said nervously.

"Not bad, in the future, besides your prayers, you should also continue to delve into the path of formations. Here are some classics on formations, which should be of significant help to your study of this path. Do not slack off." Yuan Ming nodded, taking out four or five books, along with a dozen jade scrolls, and placed them in front of Ye Wuya.

At the same time, he flicked his finger, shooting a ray of black light into Ye Wuya's dantian.

The Xuan Demon Seal within Ye Wuya loosened considerably, releasing one-tenth of his Mana and Soul Power.

"Thank you... Lord Nether Moon God, for your Divine Gift." Ye Wuya sensed the recovery of his Mana, and gratefully thanked him.

As for the classical jade scrolls given by Yuan Ming, he initially didn't pay much attention.

Having been the Wuya Island Master for many years, and being a Level 5 Array Master himself, Ye Wuya had seen all sorts of array formation manuals.

However, if he completely ignored what Yuan Ming had bestowed, he feared it might incur the other's displeasure.

Ye Wuya put on a facade of eagerness, opened a classic, and after a glance, quickly became moved, his pupils shrinking, staring intently at the book in his hand, and began reading hungrily.

The people nearby saw this and were curious about the content of the classic, but dared not speak rashly.

"That's enough; the classics and jade scrolls are for you. No one will compete with you; just study them slowly." Yuan Ming said. * is the home of this chapter

What was recorded in those classical jade scrolls were precisely Su Yingxue's research on formations, invaluable indeed.

He granted these things to Ye Wuya with his plans in mind.

Yuan Ming had possessed Su Yingxue multiple times over the years; however, for some reason, he never could, through possessing Su Yingxue, quickly enhance his array formation cultivation as he did with others.

In the past, when his formation cultivation was low, he was unable to grasp Su Yingxue's insights into formations, which was understandable. But now, his formation level had reached Level 5, only one level short of Su Yingxue, yet possessing Su Yingxue was still the same as before.

Now meeting Ye Wuya, Yuan Ming planned to change his strategy, help Ye Wuya improve his array formation cultivation, and then possess this person to learn his insights on formations, to figure out where the problem lay.

"Next is Fellow Daoist Yin Lang." Yuan Ming collected his thoughts and looked at Yin Lang.

"I cultivate the 'Nine-layered Separation Fire Technique', and am at the Early Stage of Returning to Void, with some research on Beast Taming Techniques." Yin Lang said with some hope.

Yuan Ming recalled Yin Lang's parrot spirit beast, nodded, and also liberated one-tenth of his cultivation, recording the Golden Sunflower Beast Taming Technique in a jade scroll to pass on to him.

"Since you excel at Beast Taming Techniques, I pass this Beast Taming Secret Technique to you; in future prayers, study it earnestly."

"Thank you, Lord Nether Moon God, for your Divine Gift." Yin Lang let his Divine Sense enter the jade scroll, and soon also showed an expression of great joy.

The others, seeing Yuan Ming so generous, actually bestowing benefits, eagerly followed suit, stating their cultivation and cultivation techniques, hoping Yuan Ming would grant them divine skills and secret techniques.

With so many willing to aid in his cultivation, Yuan Ming naturally wouldn't let them down and imparted various secret techniques from himself to them one by one.

When it was Zi Mei's turn, speaking of her specialties, her cheeks blushed a deep red, momentarily finding it hard to speak.

Under Yuan Ming's urging, she finally admitted her expertise in Dual Cultivation techniques and hinted that she could serve as a Furnace Tripod for Yuan Ming, assisting in cultivation.

After speaking, she gazed at Yuan Ming with affectionate eyes.

The result was only another roll of the eyes from him.

Yuan Ming had no secret techniques for Dual Cultivation, so he taught her the Circular Light Technique.

Upon completing the teachings, Yuan Ming told everyone, "From now on, you are all believers of my Moon Sect. How to pray will be taught to you later. Ye San, these people are now your responsibility. If you have any cultivation needs on ordinary days, you can also speak to him."

Hearing Yuan Ming calling him, Ye San immediately stood out and replied, "As you command."

After arranging for those people, Yuan Ming left alone, arriving at the Medicine Garden within the Shura Palace.

The Medicine Garden here had been newly refurbished, with a newly arranged formation enveloping the entire garden, forming a nearly invisible, translucent light shield.

Yuan Ming walked slowly into the Medicine Garden, arriving at a series of terraced fields gradually rising in height, where a small stone and wood building of modest size had been constructed.

This was the cave mansion he built for himself. With the Shura Palace as a space treasure, there's no need to dig and hollow walls anymore. Wherever he went, he could cultivate within this stone building.

The Gathering Spirit Tree was also transplanted here. The nature's spiritual energy within the Medicine Garden had already become quite dense, comparable to that on Spiritual Ape Island.