Bo Saixi had no idea that Tang San could use the divine light of the Sea God to accomplish something like this. Otherwise, even though Tang San was the great-grandson of Tang Chen, Bo Saixi would probably have found it difficult to forgive Tang San for what was essentially sacrilege. However, from Tang San's perspective, his soul power had undergone purification. Although the quantity had decreased, the quality—which had deteriorated due to devouring—had been restored to its original state. It seemed to have subtly improved, and even his martial soul had been strengthened.
Staring at Bo Saixi, Tang San's gaze was full of fervor. This overly utilitarian look made Bo Saixi faintly displeased. Although she outwardly maintained a loving demeanor, her opinion of Tang San had subtly dropped.
While it did not reach the point of dislike, she no longer thought very highly of him.
After exchanging a few pleasantries with Tang San, Bo Saixi instructed Sea Fantasy Douluo to take Tang San to train near the Sea Fantasy Sacred Pillar. Then she and Sea Dragon Douluo returned to the Sea God Temple, where the Sea God's trident was enshrined, without mentioning anything about allowing Tang San to attempt the divine trials.
This was precisely what the Asura God had hoped for. After all, if Tang San were to undergo the divine trials now, even with his twin martial souls, he could at most reach the level of Eight Trials—still one step short of the ultimate Nine Trials required to become a god.
Moreover, without the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, even someone as talented as Bo Saixi, who had reached the minimum standard to inherit the Nine Trials, would still be limited to Eight Trials as a soul master.
According to the original plan, the Asura God intended for Tang San to come to Sea God Island only after obtaining a 100,000-year soul ring, multiple high-quality soul bones, and the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud. Tang San's current presence on the island was already a compromise.
At the same time, upon confirming Tang San's arrival on Sea God Island, the Asura God's divine consciousness in Tang San's mind stirred slightly, resonating with the Asura God's divine consciousness in Tang Chen's mind on the Douluo Continent, transmitting the information.
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Back at the Clear Sky Clan, Tang Chen, who was fuming with anger over the state of the sect, wishing he could personally smash Tang Hao to death, suddenly felt a faint mental ripple. Instinctively, he looked in the direction of Sea God Island.
Watching his grandfather abruptly stop talking, Tang Xiao, seated nearby, was momentarily puzzled, unsure of what Tang Chen was thinking. After some thought, Tang Xiao recalled that this was the direction of Sea God Island. His gaze toward Tang Chen became slightly resentful.
"Grandfather, are you thinking of Senior Bo Saixi again?"
"Uh..." Tang Chen hesitated for a moment, awkwardly shaking his head after hearing Tang Xiao's slightly resentful words.
"I do miss her, but I made a vow not to see her until I became a god. So, ever since I returned, I haven't dared to visit her."
"However, this time, I suddenly had a premonition and sensed something related to me in that direction. Now that you've reminded me, I think there might indeed be something involving me on Sea God Island."
"At my level, such premonitions never go wrong—this must be something significant."
Tang Chen turned to look at Tang Xiao, nodding slightly as he sensed Tang Xiao's rank-97 power.
"I've passed down the Exploding Ring Technique and the Great Sumeru Hammer to you. You must study them carefully and avoid using them recklessly. I've documented my insights and detailed instructions—study them thoroughly. Unless necessary, don't use these techniques lightly. It'd be best to wait until I return before attempting them."
"Tang Hao misused the Great Sumeru Hammer, which is why his first five soul rings are now completely shattered, leaving him without their skills. Don't repeat his mistakes and leave yourself with regrets. In the past, I thought your future achievements might not surpass mine. But given your experiences in recent years, your progress in mindset has exceeded my expectations. Who knows, perhaps one day you'll even reach rank 99 and inherit my legacy as the Clear Sky Douluo."
"Grandfather..." Tang Xiao was confused. How had their conversation suddenly shifted to what sounded like a final farewell? Tang Chen had just returned, and the Clear Sky Clan was still celebrating. Why was he already talking about leaving?
"Enough with the sentimentality. If I don't return, the Clear Sky Clan can remain hidden on Clear Sky Peak. Qian Daoliu has no intention of breaking his promise to attack us, and my reappearance has deterred the other sects from causing trouble. Supplies for Clear Sky Peak won't be cut off."
"As long as Tang Hao doesn't stir up trouble again—or if no one else in the Clear Sky Clan becomes another Tang Hao—the sect will be fine."
Tang Chen fell silent for a moment, recalling Tang Hao's unparalleled ability to attract enmity. Finally, he added an extra cautionary remark.
Under Tang Xiao's helpless gaze, Tang Chen soared into the sky, transforming into a blood-red meteor as he flew toward Sea God Island.
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Meanwhile, on Sea God Island, Bo Saixi summoned Sea Spear Douluo, who had returned several days earlier with Sea Dragon and Sea Fantasy Douluo. After writing a letter and sealing it with her soul power, she tasked Sea Spear Douluo with delivering it to Tang Chen on Clear Sky Peak.
Though Sea Spear Douluo sighed inwardly at the prospect of another mission so soon, he consoled himself by reasoning that the High Priest must value him greatly to entrust him with this task.
To prepare for any unexpected events, Sea Spear Douluo returned to the city he oversaw to make arrangements before setting out. Then, using his martial soul and control over water elements, he sped across the vast ocean toward the Douluo Continent.
Although Tang Chen and Sea Spear Douluo were traveling toward each other, the immense expanse of the ocean ensured they never crossed paths.
The morning after Sea Spear Douluo's departure, Bo Saixi was performing her daily prayers to the Sea God's Trident in the Sea God Temple when she suddenly sensed a powerful soul energy laden with a heavy killing aura heading toward Sea God Island.
Even after decades, Bo Saixi could recall Tang Chen's soul power. However, after undergoing the Asura God's trials, Tang Chen's aura had changed so drastically that it was almost unrecognizable.
Sensing this power, which was no weaker than her own, Bo Saixi immediately abandoned her prayers. Channeling her soul power into the Sea God's Trident and resonating with Sea God Island's energy, she took up the divine weapon and flew toward the island's perimeter to intercept this intruder with the overwhelming killing intent.