The Sea Spider

Before long, the two sticks of the Qiangu Changkong crossed and clamped around Zheng Jiawen's neck.

The other ends of the Coiling Dragon Staff and the Sinking Silver Staff were deeply embedded in the ground, rendering Zheng Jiawen unable to move.

If Qiangu Changkong hadn't stopped in time, the immense force from the two sticks would have been enough to snap the opponent's neck.

After the match, Qiangu Changkong bowed to everyone present, saying, "Thank you for the favor, and thank you to the organizers for the Soul Tool Speedboat."

"Old Zheng lost?"

The Staff were filled with disbelief; this young man from the mainland was far more powerful than they had ever imagined.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, the organizers had no choice but to accept the offer. A middle-aged man dressed in fine clothes and with a prosperous appearance took out Soul Tool Speedboat from his Soul Tool and said with a smile, "Young friend's strength puts us to shame. This Soul Tool Speedboat will be given to you as a prize."

Qiangu Changkong didn't linger. He took the Soul Tool Speedboat, quickly retrieved the Coiling Dragon Staff and the Sinking Silver Staff, and disappeared from the spot.

Only after realizing what was happening did the Zheng Family Disciple step forward to help Zheng Jiawen up.

The girl, her face filled with disbelief, said, "Grandpa, you didn't have to go this far, did you?"

One's own family knows one's own affairs.

Zheng Jiawen is getting on in years, but when he encounters outstanding young talents, he can't help but offer them some guidance, and even voluntarily admit defeat to help them boost their confidence.

But if we let someone as arrogant and domineering as Qiangu Changkong win, wouldn't that just embolden him?

After a long period of stunned silence, Zheng Jiawen finally recovered from her failure.

His expression was grave, his gray eyebrows furrowed, and his face was somewhat grim. "No, Lin'er, I didn't hold back."

Just now, he clearly felt that his strength was inferior to that of Qiangu Changkong. Just as he was about to unleash his Martial Soul Avatar, he was interrupted by Qiangu Changkong's two sticks.

The opponent's strength was clearly not that of an ordinary Soul Saint; he was at least a high-level Soul Saint, or even Soul Douluo.

The girl covered her mouth, exclaiming in surprise, "Soul Douluo? How is that possible? How old is he? Grandpa, are you getting senile?"

Although Zheng Jiawen is old, his eyes are still sharp.

He sighed deeply, gently stroking the girl's forehead, and said with a kind expression, "Nothing is impossible. Talented people emerge in every generation. The Soul Master of the continent possess a vast amount of Cultivation resources, so it's not impossible for them to nurture a peerless genius."

"Lin'er, you younger generation should also settle down and focus on your cultivation."

Streets of Vast Sea City.

Qiangu Changkong Kong weighed the Sinking Silver Long Staff in his hand and said with a smile, "As expected of Divine Blacksmith Lou Gao, this staff is very well balanced. When wielded, it feels almost the same as the Coiling Dragon Staff."

Wu Qi frowned slightly, "This stick of yours is worth hundreds of thousands of Gold Soul Coin just from the materials alone. If you include the Divine Blacksmith Lou Gao's processing fee, it won't be less than a million Gold Soul Coin."

This was all built with money.

This time, they obtained the speedboat and also uncovered the hidden activities on Sea God Island, making it a very fruitful trip.

Two days later, at the Vast Sea City Wharf.

On the previous Arena, Qiangu Changkong did not leave his name. Although his deeds had spread throughout the city, no one knew who he was.

Apart from the audience members present that day, no one else knew what he looked like.

During this time, the Chai Family conducted an investigation and quickly identified a Pirates ship, and then asked someone to make contact with the captain.

Accompanying Wu Qi and the other man was one of Chai Rong's trusted confidants, Bawei. This man wore a large Fengmao, obscuring his face, and had a deep, hoarse voice, giving him an air of mystery.

Under his guidance, they soon arrived at the berth where the Sea Spider was docked.

Captain Charles of the Sea Spider stood on the dock, welcoming the three.

"My three friends, Mr. Krauer has already told me that my Sea Spider will be taking you on a sightseeing trip at sea."

With that, he gestured for them to enter and warmly led the three onto the deck of the Sea Spider.

The Sea Spider was not a fishing boat, but a cargo ship, so there was no unpleasant fishy smell on board.

The crew members got along well and were full of energy. If Chai Rong hadn't been certain it was a Pirates ship, an ordinary tourist would probably have fallen victim to their tricks.

Wu Qi replied with a forced smile, "Unless there are unforeseen circumstances, let's set sail as soon as possible."

Qiangu Changkong added, "As adventurers, we've long heard of the dangers of the Demon Whale Sea Domain. Now that we're in Vast Sea City, and someone is willing to give us a ride, there's no reason to miss the magnificent scenery of the Demon Whale Sea Domain."

"Therefore, Charles, please set sail as soon as possible to fulfill our wish."

Charles readily agreed, smiling as he said, "My three friends, let me take you to the cabin first. The journey ahead is long, and you'll need a comfortable place to stay to ease your fatigue."

Time flies, and a month has already passed since we set sail.

That afternoon, on the deck.

Since setting sail, Wu Qi had remained in the cabin and had never come out.

Even when it's mealtime, it's always Qiangu Changkong who delivers the food; no one else can even touch him.

The first mate asked suspiciously, "Captain, is this guy not here for sightseeing?"

"We've hosted dozens, if not hundreds, of tourists, but none like them."

Charles nodded solemnly, stroked his chin, and said in a deep voice, "I suspect they aren't tourists. Their purpose in coming to sea might be to Soul Hunting, or it could be something else."

The first mate glanced around to make sure no one was watching before whispering, "Captain, is it possible we've been exposed? These three are here to cause us trouble."

Charles shook his head. "It doesn't seem like it. Among them, the one who has never shown his true face is very familiar with the sea conditions. I think they are the most likely to be here to Soul Hunting."

The first mate hesitated slightly, then asked, "Should we make a move? Those two brats are dressed quite well; they're obviously rich. As for that guy, his strength shouldn't exceed that of Soul King, right?"

Charles hasn't made up his mind yet.

Bawei disguised himself so well that no one knew his identity. If he were a powerful Spirit Master world, once he made a move, all the crew members on the Sea Spider would likely perish at the Great Sea.

Moreover, Bawei knows the sea conditions, so even without the Sea Spider, he can still bring the people back.

Inside the ship's cabin.

Qiangu Changkong sat down in front of Wu Qi and laughed, "These guys thought we wouldn't know about their little schemes?"

"Heh, if they weren't still somewhat useful, this would be their burial ground."

As he spoke, he looked at Wu Qi and asked, "Wu Ge, you've used the Immortal Herb, yet your Soul Power hasn't broken through Level 90?"

There's no way around it; if the Soul Power Quality is too high, Heavenly Treasures and Earthly Treasures will be less helpful to oneself.

After assessing his internal state, Wu Qi smiled and said, "I'm only a little short of accumulating Soul Power; it'll only take the next couple of days."

"Keep a close eye on them. Make sure nothing goes wrong on the ship these next couple of days. If I lose this insight now, it might take me a very long time to make up for it."