Chapter 343: The Not So Friendly Local Gang of Sea God Island
In the vast blue world of the ocean, the sudden appearance of three figures in mid air made them highly conspicuous especially Qian Daoliu, who radiated golden light, making it impossible for him to go unnoticed.
Perhaps due to Poseidon's recent manifestation, groups of sea soul masters, dressed in various colors, were still gathered on Sea God Island, discussing the event. The arrival of the trio instantly drew all their attention.
Among them, the seven Titled Douluo known as the Sacred Pillars reacted almost immediately upon spotting them. With expressions of vigilance, they shot into the sky, flying toward them at high speed.
Meanwhile, in the surrounding sea, a Demon Spirit Great White Shark poked its head above the surface, gazing at the newcomers.
"Master Uncle, they don't seem very happy to see you."
Han Li turned to Qian Daoliu beside him. Most soul masters didn't possess extraordinary long range vision, but judging by the commotion below, their hostility seemed directed more at Qian Daoliu than at himself.
Well, that wasn't surprising. The Spirit Hall had once attacked Sea God Island, only to suffer a humiliating defeat. And given the long lifespans of Titled Douluo, there were likely still many who remembered that event.
A sudden appearance of an Angel Soul Master? The reaction of the people below wasn't unexpected.
Qian Daoliu's face showed a hint of helplessness. The more time he spent with Han Li, the more he understood his nature. While he didn't particularly dislike it, this brat had a habit of teasing people even more so than Guang Ling.
The worst part? Guang Ling at least feared him and couldn't defeat him. But this brat? A stronger, upgraded version who had already surpassed him. He knew his limits, but he also had a knack for pushing the boundaries of what an old man could tolerate.
"By the way, Master Uncle, do you still like her or not? If you do, we can talk to Senior Sea God I'll just knock her out and bring her back to Spirit Hall for you."
Han Li tested the waters.
"This is Sea God Island. Watch your words."
Qian Daoliu glared at him before shaking his head. "Do as you see fit. Don't mind me."
Oh ho! Old Qian was so composed definitely not the type to get blinded by love. Han Li gave him a thumbs up.
Observing closely, Han Li realized Qian Daoliu's emotions were stable, without even a trace of nostalgia. It seemed that, back in the day, the whole rivalry between the three of them for a woman might have just been another aspect of their competition.
So your true love was Tang Chen all along? Han Li secretly mocked his Master Uncle in his heart before shifting his gaze forward.
As the Seven Sacred Pillars neared them, their flight slowed. They had now clearly seen the faces of the visitors.
The three of them were the same individuals who had appeared above Sea God Island during Poseidon's manifestation. And the young girl on the left Ye LingLing the golden trident mark on her forehead said it all.
However, the presence of Qian Daoliu on the right made them hesitate. He was the Grand Worshipper of the Spirit Hall, after all. That much, they knew.
It had been easier to ignore in the blurry divine projection, but now that the Sea God's chosen heir turned out to be from the Spirit Hall, they found it hard to accept.
"Invite them to Sea God Mountain. Be respectful that young girl is the Sea God's chosen successor."
A faint fluctuation of soul power pulsed from the very center of the island Sea God Mountain. Bo Saixi's voice echoed in the minds of the Seven Sacred Pillars.
They hesitated briefly before resuming their approach at normal speed.
Stopping ten meters before the trio, they bowed slightly before turning to Ye LingLing.
"The High Priest invites the three of you to Sea God Mountain."
Ye LingLing and Qian Daoliu instinctively looked at Han Li.
Han Li simply waved his hand. "Lead the way."
The Seven Sacred Pillars paused momentarily before nodding and flying ahead.
So the boy in the center was the real core of their group?
No one made any attempt to land; instead, they continued toward Sea God Mountain, soaring through the sky in silence.
The seven Douluo subtly studied the trio behind them, particularly Ye LingLing. The golden trident mark on her forehead was of great significance to them.
At the same time, they were also trying to figure out Han Li's identity.
Of course, while they observed Han Li's group, Han Li was also scrutinizing them. Most of his attention, however, was focused on Sea Maiden Douluo.
A massive fishtail curved elegantly up to her waist. Her upper body was clad in a tight black garment, leaving her navel exposed. Her back, smooth and bare, was fully visible, reminding Han Li of Dugu Yan when she used her martial soul possession.
Compared to Tang San's overly conservative approach, this woman was much more uninhibited. A true half human, half beast hybrid or perhaps not even fully human at all.
She was from the mermaid clan a species rarely mentioned on the mainland. But one thing was certain if she was killed, she would drop a soul ring.
Because in Han Li's eyes, a visible soul ring trajectory hovered above her head, just like a soul beast's.
Tsk, tsk. Poseidon certainly had a taste for the exotic. The mermaid clan might very well have been one of his romantic escapades gone too far.
In that case, was the Titan Snow Devil King also his offspring?
A thousand years of gathering faith to ascend as a god… What a tough job. A true King of the Seas.
Even after the Divine Realm rejected the soul beast lineage, this Sea Maiden Douluo still remained on Sea God Island as one of the Seven Sacred Pillars. Without some backing from Poseidon, Han Li refused to believe it was possible.
"Han Li."
Ye LingLing, slightly displeased, tugged at his sleeve. She could get jealous too his stare was a bit too direct.
Han Li blinked, then leaned in and whispered something in her ear. Ye LingLing's face instantly turned bright red, and she completely forgot about the previous issue.
Ahead of them, Sea Maiden Douluo sensed their interaction and tossed Han Li a flirtatious glance only to quickly turn her head away in fear when she met his smiling gaze.
He could look all he wanted his gaze was purely appreciative. But using her natural mind reading ability to probe into his thoughts? That was crossing the line. Did she think he was easy to mess with? He'd scare her to death.
The moment Sea Maiden Douluo tried using her ability on him, Han Li retaliated without hesitation. He mentally projected a horrifying scene from his past life an eerie painting of a mermaid being butchered in a sewer directly into her mind, using her own ability as the medium.
Since she liked prying, then he'd make sure she got an eyeful. For good measure, he embedded a miniature Killing God Domain into the imagery, turning it into a full fledged dark fantasy nightmare.
Now, Sea Maiden Douluo's face was completely pale.
Poseidon had already manifested, yet the High Priestess hadn't come out to welcome them, and one of the Sacred Pillars even had the nerve to probe him. These Sea God Island locals were downright rude.
Had Poseidon not given them a heads up? So far, Bo Saixi hadn't left a great impression on him.
While Han Li pondered this, he was unaware that, in the Divine Realm, Poseidon had only just stepped into Rong Nianbing's residence with a carefully selected gift in hand.
Meanwhile, Bo Saixi's prayers had indeed reached the Sea God's temple in the Divine Realm. However, due to the restrictions on communication between the Divine Realm and the lower world, Poseidon who had already left his temple was unable to respond to her call immediately.
After Sea Maiden Douluo's failed probe, the atmosphere grew even heavier. The ten of them continued their journey in two separate groups, their dissonance growing more apparent.
Fortunately, their speed remained brisk.
At the base of Sea God Mountain, the Seven Sacred Pillars halted and turned to face them.
"The High Priestess is waiting for you at the temple on the mountain. Please follow me."
The speaker was Sea Dragon Douluo, the leader of the Seven Sacred Pillars. He had just received a message from Bo Saixi. At the same time, he gestured for the others to take Sea Maiden Douluo away her face was growing more ghastly by the second.
Han Li nodded and followed behind him, stepping onto the stairs of Sea God Mountain. So far, their response had been acceptable.
However, communicating through sound transmission in front of him this was still Sea God Island, their home turf, but it was a little too blatant.
Moreover, he could sense that the High Priestess wasn't in the best mood.
Could it be? Was he really about to witness one of those classic confrontations he enjoyed so much?
No way, right? In this day and age, they were still using those outdated drama tropes?
Although, to be fair, he could understand why. Bo Saixi likely didn't fully grasp what it meant to be the High Priestess of the Sea God.
Judging by her and Qian Daoliu's age, they were still relatively young. Both were also the leaders of their factions, yet this woman was still hung up on her old flame, Tang Chen.
Unlike Qian Daoliu, who had descendants and had long moved on, Bo Saixi hadn't. The biggest blow to her was probably the fact that Ye LingLing had bypassed her entirely and had directly been granted the Sea God's Nine Trials.
This meant she was now fated to lose her life for someone she didn't even know. Anyone would struggle to accept that.
For Bo Saixi, every step Ye LingLing took in her divine trials was akin to a death sentence looming over her head. The fact that her mindset hadn't completely crumbled yet was already impressive.
But what did that have to do with Han Li? This was the arrangement of her beloved Sea God her divine trial. If she had a problem, she should take it up with him.
If she thought she could use them as easy targets, then too bad Han Li wasn't about to indulge her.
In fact, this was precisely why he had placed Ye LingLing's Sea God Island trial last. Compared to Qian Daoliu, Bo Saixi was far less competent and responsible as a High Priestess.
Qian Daoliu had personal reasons for supporting Qian Renxue's divine trial, but even so, during her Angelic Examination, he had still played the role of a proper guide and supporter.
If the rigidly structured Angel God's trials could allow such assistance, why couldn't the more flexible Sea God's trials? Han Li simply didn't believe it.
In the original timeline, Tang San had also been the chosen heir. But if not for Tang Chen's involvement and the direct backing of both Poseidon and the God of Shura Han Li had no doubt that Bo Saixi would have killed him.
However, things were different now. He was here.
And as long as he was here, the sky over Sea God Island had changed.
Ye LingLing was his person. Not only that, she was a healing type soul master. Han Li didn't have many virtues, but protecting his own was definitely one of them.
If Bo Saixi dared to push her luck, he wouldn't mind killing her.
With that thought, Han Li's steps became noticeably lighter.
As long as Gu Yue didn't come down here to fight him
Then in this world…
He was invincible.
(End of chapter)
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