Ling Yun sped through the air, carrying Wang Meng, the pirate leader with the strength of a Spirit Douluo. With Wang Meng guiding the way, the two soon arrived at an archipelago shrouded in dense fog.
At the center of the archipelago stood a massive island. A crude yet sturdy fortress had been built at its heart. This was the lair of the Deep Sea Pirate Group—Magic Whale Island.
Ling Yun landed directly in the plaza at the center of the fortress, releasing his powerful aura without restraint. In an instant, every pirate on the island was alarmed.
"The captain's back!"
"Huh? Why is the captain being carried by someone?"
"Who's that kid? What a powerful aura!"
The pirates quickly surrounded them, weapons in hand as they watched Ling Yun warily.
Wang Meng hurriedly shouted, "All of you, back off! This is Senior Ling Yun! From today onward, Senior has the final say on Magic Whale Island! Whoever dares disrespect him, I'll skin him alive!"
The pirates exchanged looks. Though they had no idea what was happening, seeing their captain in such a state left them no room to act recklessly. They lowered their weapons and knelt to pay their respects.
Ling Yun released Wang Meng and swept his Spiritual Sense across the entire island. There were roughly several hundred pirates on the island, their strengths varying greatly. Even the strongest vice captains were only Spirit Sage-level. Deep within the fortress was a concealed cave that emitted a faint, evil aura, drawing his attention.
"Take me to your treasury, and to that cave," Ling Yun ordered Wang Meng.
"Yes! Yes! Please follow me, Senior!" Wang Meng did not dare delay and quickly led the way.
The treasury was piled high with gold, silver, treasures, and Soul Tools, but none of