Soul Land: Exposing Tang San

Chapter 220: Arriving at Sea God Island, Finding the Crown of the Blue Silver Emperor

Sea God Island, Sea God Temple.

"Great Priest, Tang San from the Haotian Sect has successfully passed the first trial of the Sea God's Nine Tests. His first test was to cross the Light of the Sea God and ascend the 333 steps leading up to the forbidden area of Sea God Island within a year," reported Sea Dragon Douluo respectfully to the High Priest of Sea God Island, the servant of the Sea God.

"Very well, it seems the golden trident mark on his forehead is genuine," Poseidon nodded slightly, her white hair draped elegantly over her chest, her gaze commanding, "It's just unfortunate that the Heart of the Sea God is not with him, which is somewhat surprising."

Sea Dragon Douluo shook his head, "The Heart of the Sea God has been lost for a long time. Even you, Great Priest, have spent much time unable to locate it, so it's normal for Tang San not to have it."

"That's exactly why I find it strange," Poseidon looked towards the direction where Tang San was undergoing the first trial, a hint of doubt in her eyes, "He said that the will of the Sea God descended upon him during his spirit ring absorption, granting him the chance to achieve godhood. I wonder why the Sea God chose him?"

"Perhaps it's because of his twin spirits?" pondered Sea Dragon Douluo, "As you know, aside from Tang San, the only other Titled Douluo is the Pope of the Spirit Hall."

Hearing the words 'Spirit Hall,' Poseidon snorted coldly, "That woman indeed has some capabilities. Moreover, I also sense some impure aura from her. Perhaps she has also made contact with some deity in the divine realm."

"Dispatch some people to protect Tang San. His status on the island is now equal to mine. The future of Sea God Island depends on whether he can pass the Sea God's Nine Tests. Ensure his safety at all costs. However, if he fails any of the divine trials, you must not intervene arbitrarily."

Sea Dragon Douluo nodded, "Understood."

After receiving the orders, Sea Dragon Douluo bowed deeply to the Great Priest and left the Sea God Temple.

Once Sea Dragon Douluo had departed, Poseidon's stern expression softened, and she murmured to herself, "Tang Chen, Tang Chen, I never imagined that after your disappearance, it would be your great-grandson who would inherit the legacy of the Sea God. I wonder if this is fate between you and me."

"If he truly qualifies to become the Sea God, then I will dedicate my life to him. I wonder if I will see you at the last moment of my life."

Poseidon closed her eyes gently, recalling the words she once shared with Tang Chen, feeling regret over his disappearance.

After a long silence in the Sea God Temple, Poseidon suddenly opened her eyes, a look of indescribable shock in them, and then slowly said, "The aura of the Heart of the Sea God?! And it's near Sea God Island?!"

As a servant of the Sea God and the High Priest of Sea God Island, Poseidon naturally had a certain ability to sense items imbued with the Sea God's aura.

She immediately transmitted a message to all the Titled Douluo on Sea God Island: "The Heart of the Sea God has been detected near our island. Please go immediately to the nearby seas to search for it and ensure its recovery."

The Heart of the Sea God was a crucial artifact for becoming the Sea God. Although Tang San already possessed the mark of the Sea God, if he could obtain the Heart of the Sea God, his chances of becoming the Sea God would greatly increase. As the High Priest and servant of the Sea God, Poseidon was determined to retrieve what rightfully belonged to the Sea God.

After issuing her orders, Poseidon transformed into a streak of light and left the Sea God Temple, flying towards the ocean. The Sea Douluo around the island, having received the orders from the High Priest, also set out in different directions to search for the Heart of the Sea God in the surrounding seas.

Meanwhile, Tang San was on the tenth step, feeling the pressure around him. He suddenly saw numerous Titled Douluo taking flight and dispersing in various directions, filling him with curiosity.

However, before he could ponder too long, he took another step forward. The intense pressure immediately brought him back to his senses, preventing any distractions.

"I didn't expect the first test of the Sea God to involve passing 333 steps. The rewards that follow must be substantial," Tang San gritted his teeth, sweat beads the size of beans already forming on his forehead. Determined to defeat Su Yun, overcome the Spirit Hall, and avenge his father, Tang San resolved to pass the Sea God's Nine Tests.

"Hmph, Su Yun, even if you are strong, without the inheritance of a deity, you will only ever be an ordinary Titled Douluo," Tang San thought coldly, "When I become the Sea God, the first thing I'll do is make you kneel at my feet."

As Tang San imagined humiliating Su Yun in the future, the latter had already used the Oceanic Cosmos Cover to sail to Sea God Island.

"I wonder where the Crown of the Blue Silver Emperor is." After disembarking, Su Yun noticed the presence of Blue Silver Grass on the island and released his spirit, intending to use these plants to search for clues.

"The Crown of the Blue Silver Emperor has been lost for a long time. I'm worried it might have fallen into the depths of the ocean," Ah Yin expressed his concern.

Su Yun nodded slightly.

If the Crown of the Blue Silver Emperor really had fallen into the ocean depths, then with his current strength, it would indeed be difficult to retrieve it unless he could enlist the help of the Titled Douluo of Sea God Island.

Although Su Yun sought help from the title Douluo of Poseidon Island, it was likely to be difficult since they were strangers and there was no reason for them to assist him. After pondering, Su Yun decided he would use the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud as a bargaining chip to persuade Bo Saixi to help him. Considering the significance of the Heart of the Sea God, he estimated that the other party would not refuse his offer. His only fear was that the other party might betray him, seize the item, and potentially endanger him as well.

Without waiting for Su Yun to think further, suddenly, a strong wind swept over from a distance. Su Yun's eyebrows raised slightly, and his gaze shifted towards the direction of the wind.

In the next second, a slender figure appeared before him.

The newcomer had white hair and a cold, clear face, exuding an elegant demeanor that suggested a high-ranking position.

With just one glance, Su Yun immediately recognized the identity of the visitor—Poseidon Island's High Priest, the ninety-ninth level Poseidon Douluo, Bo Saixi.

Why would she come here? Bo Saixi looked at Su Yun in front of her. She had sensed a brief intensification followed by a sudden disappearance of the aura of the Heart of the Sea God in this direction, prompting her to rush over quickly, only to find this man standing before her.

Feeling that Su Yun's appearance and aura were unfamiliar, Bo Saixi stared at him and asked, "You are not from Poseidon Island?"

Pretending to be cautious and pretending not to recognize Bo Saixi, Su Yun asked, "Who are you? A title Douluo?"

Bo Saixi nodded, "Yes, I am the High Priest of Poseidon Island, also known as Poseidon Douluo. You can call me Bo Saixi."

Bo Saixi subtly emitted an aura unique to title Douluos to prove her statement and repeated her earlier question, "You are not from Poseidon Island."

"Are you from the mainland?"

"What is your purpose on Poseidon Island?"

Su Yun nodded, "Yes, I came from the mainland by boat, seeking an item."

"By boat?" Bo Saixi raised her eyebrows slightly.

As the High Priest of Poseidon Island, Bo Saixi was very familiar with the surrounding seas. She knew the dangers lurking in the ocean near the island, including numerous sea spirit beasts.

Given the geographical environment of Poseidon Island and the presence of sea spirit beasts, it was a natural barrier. Even the Spirit Hall, known as the foremost spirit master organization, found it difficult to cross. For outsiders to enter Poseidon Island without guidance from someone familiar with the seas was nearly impossible.

Indeed, Su Yun had used Tang San's method to reach Poseidon Island—using the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud to avoid troubles along the way and spending some time to get here.

"Do you possess something extraordinary?" Bo Saixi immediately guessed the reason.

Su Yun nodded, not intending to hide it, and said, "Indeed, I was fortunate to accidentally obtain a treasure called the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud."

As he spoke, Su Yun took out the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud from the soul-guiding device on his wrist.

He was so bold partly because he trusted Bo Saixi's character, and partly because, although the treasure was indeed powerful, it was somewhat useless to him.

If the legacy of the Sea God still remained within it, Su Yun would not have handed it over so easily.

However, due to the actions of the Time God, the will of the Sea God had already moved on to find Tang San due to disturbances in the timeline. For Su Yun, the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud had become an empty shell, so he might as well trade it to Bo Saixi for a chance to act.

"This is..." Bo Saixi was instantly shocked by the aura emitted from the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud as Su Yun took it out, remaining stunned in place. After a moment, she exclaimed, "Heart of the Sea God! You have obtained the Heart of the Sea God and even blood-bound it!"

As the High Priest, Bo Saixi immediately recognized that the Heart of the Sea God in Su Yun's hand had been blood-bound by him.

Seeing this, Bo Saixi's mind filled with doubts.

The Heart of the Sea God was a relic left in the mortal world to find a successor. Normally, if the Heart of the Sea God ended up in the hands of the man before her, he should be the successor, not Tang San.

But currently, the trial for the inheritance of the Sea God was being undertaken by Tang San, marked by the trident imprint given by Poseidon on his forehead.

What was going on?

"I usually call it the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud," Su Yun replied. "It not only helps me evade detection by external spirit beasts but also allows me to control enemies, among other things."

Hearing this, Bo Saixi calmed her fluctuating emotions. Regardless, since Bo Saixi had chosen Tang San as the successor, she was determined to help him obtain the Heart of the Sea God, as this would greatly increase his chances of becoming the next Sea God.

"Young man, what is your name?" Bo Saixi suddenly asked.

"I am Su Yun."

"I dislike unnecessary words, so I want to ask you, are you willing to part with the Heart of the Sea God in your hands?" Bo Saixi looked at Su Yun, her eyes mixed with various emotions. "This Heart of the Sea God is very important to Poseidon Island; it's crucial to our future."

"If you are willing to hand it over to me, I am prepared to help you with a task within my capabilities, as long as it does not violate ethics and morals."

Bo Saixi added, "I forgot to mention, I am a ninety-ninth level Title Douluo. I see that your aura is also extraordinary, you must be a highly talented soul master who understands the value of a ninety-ninth level Title Douluo."

"If you wish, I can also take you as my disciple to help you become a Title Douluo sooner."

The conditions Bo Saixi offered were indeed tempting.

A promise from a ninety-ninth level Title Douluo and the offer to take on a disciple would undoubtedly be immediately accepted by anyone.

Seeing Su Yun silent, Bo Saixi continued, "You don't have to think I am forcing you; the decision is entirely yours."

Bo Saixi feared Su Yun might think she was threatening him.

As a servant of Poseidon, she naturally had her own pride. How could she forcibly take something that already had an owner?

"My artifact has already been blood-bound; what do you need it for, High Priest?" Su Yun asked.

Bo Saixi shook her head, "I am sorry, but I cannot tell you. However, I can assure you that we intend to use it to protect the ocean."

Su Yun looked around, hoping to find the location of Bo Saixi's Nine Trials, but unfortunately, he couldn't determine the direction.

Thus, he nodded to Bo Saixi, "Since the High Priest has spoken thus, I am naturally willing to agree to your terms. In fact, the item I've been seeking has been lost in this sea area for a long time."

"You can tell me what you're looking for, and I can mobilize others to search for it," Bo Saixi asked Su Yun.

"The Blue Silver Emperor's Crown, which is said to be a divine artifact formed from the body of the first Blue Silver Emperor," Su Yun explained. "I need it to evolve my Blue Silver Emperor spirit."

Saying this, Su Yun also released his spirit to prove his identity.

Seeing Su Yun's Blue Silver Emperor Tree spirit, even the well-experienced Bo Saixi was slightly taken aback, having never seen a Blue Silver Emperor also evolve into a tree.

What shocked her more was that Su Yun knew of such an ancient artifact as the Blue Silver Emperor's Crown, which she would not have known about if not for a chance discovery.

However, since Su Yun was willing to trade with her, she was naturally willing.

"Alright, since that is the case, I will deploy people to help you find the Blue Silver Emperor's Crown in the nearby seas, and we can exchange it when the time comes," Bo Saixi said softly.

Hearing this, Su Yun felt a hint of joy and bowed to Bo Saixi, "Thank you, High Priest."

"There's no need for formalities, stay on Poseidon Island for the time being."

"Very well."

Ten days later.

In the Hall of Poseidon.

Su Yun was informed by a servant to go to the Hall of Poseidon.

Bo Saixi informed him that the Blue Silver Emperor's Crown had been found!

(End of chapter)

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