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On the Sea God Island, under Bo Saixi's direct supervision, Tang San undertook the final trial of the Red-Level Seven Trials.
Facing the relentless assault of Demon Soul Great White Sharks in the ocean, Tang San employed every means at his disposal. He used the Devouring Golden Threads, various hidden weapons, and even unleashed all his soul skills one by one.
However, the ferocity of the Demon Soul Great White Sharks exceeded his expectations. Especially after the first injury he inflicted, as blood flowed into the sea, all the sharks went berserk, becoming extremely bloodthirsty and relentlessly charging at Tang San.
Time ticked by, second by second. The sea was increasingly filled with blood, and even Xiao Bai began to exhibit signs of bloodlust.
Tang San had no idea how many wounds covered his body, how many times he had been bitten by sharp teeth, or how many bones had been broken from the impacts.
Like a man possessed, Tang San swung his Hao Tian Hammer furiously, each strike aimed at the Demon Soul Great White Sharks attacking him.
Bo Saixi watched as Tang San wielded the Hao Tian Hammer. Her usually calm and expressionless face revealed a trace of reluctance, as if she were seeing a shadow of someone from the past. However, it was the time of the divine trial, and she could not intervene.
In the final moments, the most critical point of the trial, Tang San finally completed the eighty-first strike of his Hao Tian Hammer.
But Xiao Bai also launched her full-force attack on Tang San, transforming into a black shadow that seemed intent on tearing him apart.
In this final moment, Xiao Bai and Tang San's last strikes collided, both seemingly pouring out their full strength.
However, upon closer inspection, it appeared that Xiao Bai had been slightly disrupted at the last critical moment, causing her final attack to weaken just a fraction.
The entire sea trembled violently, but soon returned to calm.
Tang San emerged from the water, his body drenched in blood and looking utterly battered. Yet, step by step, he walked out of the ocean.
As soon as he surfaced, Xiao Wu rushed to embrace him, and Tang San immediately collapsed, clearly suffering from severe injuries.
This trial had been extraordinarily perilous, teetering on the edge of life and death. Fortunately, Tang San had ultimately passed.
When Tang San regained consciousness, his wounds had been bandaged. His entire body ached as though every bone had been crushed, and it felt as if all the blood in his body had drained away.
However, when Tang San observed his surroundings, he was startled. The place was ancient and simple, with nothing but a single staff planted in the center.
Suddenly, a voice echoed from ahead.
"Tang San, this is the Sea God's Hall. Congratulations on completing the Red-Level Seven Trials. Because you passed the trials, you now have the qualification to enter the Sea God's Hall."
Tang San realized with astonishment that he had arrived at the Sea God's Hall. The Sea God's Hall was sacred and inviolable across the entire Sea God Island; only the seven holy pillars were permitted here—no one else.
Gritting his teeth against the pain, Tang San forced himself to sit up.
Bo Saixi continued: "Your wounds have been tended to by your friends, and there should be no major issues. As the inheritor of the Sea God Island's High Priest, I must inform you about the specific situation of the Sea God Island. I hope this will be helpful to you in the future."
Bo Saixi then recounted the story of the Sea God's ascension and even touched on the cultivation process for soul masters after reaching the Title Douluo level. To become the High Priest of the Sea God Island required absolute strength.
After listening to Bo Saixi's words, Tang San's expression turned serious: "Senior, does a god truly exist in this world? Can soul masters really cultivate to Level 100?"
Bo Saixi smiled: "Soul masters can indeed cultivate to Level 100, but the process is fraught with danger. Even the Sea God spent a full 1,001 years achieving it. The pain and loneliness involved surpass everyone's imagination."
A hint of confusion appeared on Tang San's face: "But I've never heard of a soul master living to 1,001 years old. At least, there seems to be no such record in soul master history."
Bo Saixi shook her head: "What you've seen are merely ordinary soul master records. The Angel God on your continent and the Sea God of the seas both endured countless trials and earned the faith of all before ascending to godhood."
"After reaching the Title Douluo level, every increase in soul power significantly extends a soul master's lifespan. However, this process requires both unwavering determination and extraordinary opportunities. Without them, failure is inevitable. Beyond Level 95, every increase in soul power demands an immense amount of time—far more than you can imagine."
Tang San fell silent. He possessed twin martial souls, theoretically allowing him to rapidly advance through absorbing soul rings after reaching the Title Douluo level. This was the greatest advantage of having twin martial souls.
Tang San suddenly thought of something: "Senior, did you help me during the seventh trial?"
Bo Saixi remained silent, which was tacit confirmation.
Tang San asked in confusion: "Senior, the Sea God's trials were personally set by the Sea God. Will this have any consequences for you?"
A faint smile appeared on Bo Saixi's face: "I understand the Sea God's will. He likely intended to nurture true strength. Your talent and combat abilities are exceptional, and even I feel a sense of admiration."
"Besides, I did not directly intervene. Otherwise, the Sea God would have punished me."
Tang San quickly expressed his gratitude: "Thank you, Senior, for your kindness. I will work hard to cultivate and strive to become a true powerhouse as soon as possible."
But Tang San still looked puzzled: "Senior, why are you treating me with such care? Is there another reason?"
Bo Saixi gazed at Tang San and couldn't help but shake her head: "You're so alike—it's uncanny. You resemble your great-grandfather, Tang Chen, so much."
Tang San's heart jolted: "Senior, do you know my great-grandfather? He has been missing for over fifty years."
Bo Saixi sighed: "Back then, your great-grandfather and Qian Daoliu, the Spirit Hall's Grand Worship, came to the Sea God Island. The three of us exchanged blows. Although I defeated your great-grandfather and Qian Daoliu, I had the advantage of being in the ocean. On land, I might not have been a match for either of them."
"In truth, your great-grandfather was the most talented among us three. Even I hold him in the highest regard."
Tang San quickly interjected: "Senior, in terms of strength, you and my great-grandfather are both Limit Douluos at Level 99."
Bo Saixi sighed again: "Though our soul power levels are the same, Qian Daoliu and I relied on the divine trials to enhance our strength. Your great-grandfather, however, achieved his strength purely through his own talent."
"Otherwise, considering normal cultivation, how could I have reached the Limit Douluo level at just over a hundred years old? Normally, advancing from Level 97 to 98 takes three hundred years, and from Level 98 to 99 requires a full six hundred years."
"Only your great-grandfather cultivated to Level 99 on his own, and his speed even surpassed that of the Sea God. In terms of talent, he was the strongest among us three."
Tang San suddenly remembered something and quickly spoke: "Senior, I now have news of my great-grandfather. Could you please rescue him?"
Bo Saixi's face showed a hint of confusion: "With Tang Chen's strength, who in this world could possibly restrain him?"
A pained expression crossed Tang San's face: "Senior, I received information that my great-grandfather is lost in Slaughter City. Unfortunately, my father couldn't save him."
Bo Saixi muttered softly: "No wonder. It's said that Slaughter City is a forbidden zone for humans. Anyone who enters can never leave. Only those with the Killing God Domain can come and go freely. If I remember correctly, Yang Xiong possesses the Killing God Domain."
Tang San nodded: "Yang Xiong provided the information about my great-grandfather, and my father confirmed it. But my great-grandfather's strength is too overwhelming—we have no way to help him."
Bo Saixi sighed: "I'm powerless to help. You should know that I am the High Priestess of the Sea God Island. Unless there are special circumstances, I cannot leave the island. If we truly want to rescue your great-grandfather, perhaps only a Level 100 powerhouse could achieve it."
Disappointment flickered across Tang San's face: "Senior, Level 100 powerhouses are too elusive. As you said, there hasn't been one in tens of thousands of years. No matter how confident I am in my talent, I dare not hope to ascend to godhood in the short term."
Bo Saixi's face showed hesitation, but she eventually spoke: "Xiao San, given your talent, passing the Red-Level Seven Trials is commendable. But there are still some special cases in this world. Perhaps a Level 100 powerhouse could emerge."
Confusion clouded Tang San's face: "Senior, you're not referring to Yang Xiong, are you? Though Yang Xiong is powerful, he only obtained the Red-Level Eight Trials. He's still far from reaching maturity."
Bo Saixi shook her head: "That's incorrect. Yang Xiong and the other three possess extraordinary strength and talent beyond our imagination. They are resilient and determined. When Yang Xiong underwent his trials, he was actually eligible for the top-tier nine trials, but something happened at the last moment, and the trial wasn't fully completed."
Tang San suddenly recalled something: "Senior, is there something wrong with Yang Xiong?"
Bo Saixi replied: "Yang Xiong carries the Sea God's Heart. When the Sea God's Heart returned to the Sea God Island, I sensed it. That's why the Sea God bestowed the highest trial upon him. Unfortunately, the trial was interrupted at the last moment."
"But the Sea God has already given Yang Xiong a new trial. His eighth trial is to find a true inheritor of the Sea God. If you possess the Sea God's Heart, you might also qualify for the top-tier nine trials."
Tang San's heart stirred. He hadn't expected Yang Xiong to be hiding so much depth. He had underestimated him.
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After their conversation, Tang San decided to recuperate on the Sea God Island for a while before returning to the mainland.
By now, Tang San's soul power had reached Level 87, and his soul rings had transformed into two purple and six black. Notably, the final soul ring emitted a faint crimson hue.
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