Wang Fan is dead.
His soul was completely incinerated by raging flames, and this sudden turn of events caught Li Yi somewhat off guard. He initially thought that Xu Wen Dao truly intended to allow Wang Fan's soul to cross realms and leave, but it turned out to be an opportunity for murder and silencing. Moreover, his strike was decisive and ruthless, striking a fatal blow when his opponent was most relaxed.
Following the annihilation of Wang Fan's soul, Xu Wen Dao ceased maintaining the Formation and chose to release Li Yi.
It wasn't out of kindness, but because he was unable to maintain the Formation and attack Li Yi at the same time. Continuing the struggle would be meaningless, as the conflict had effectively ended with Wang Fan's defeat.
With no Formation to trap him.
Li Yi appeared in the courtyard in front of the Cultivation house, he sensed something at this moment and abruptly turned to look behind him.