Sea God Island's Visitor, Yu Yuanchen's Breakthrough

Time flies like water, passing by quietly. A year has passed since the Douluo Coalition Army established "Demon Quelling City" in the Demon Plane.

Over the course of the year, thanks to the efforts of all parties, Demon Quelling City has transformed from a simple fortress into a fully functional and heavily fortified city. The towering city walls are inscribed with Purification runes, and the buildings within the city are arranged in a well-organized manner, complete with Soul Master residences, workshops, Research Institute, and trading areas. A small experimental field has even been established, where specially improved crops from the Douluo Continent are grown, and the tenacious Blue Silver Grass has begun to improve the barren land in a small area surrounding the city.

Although the area outside the city remains an endless wasteland teeming with low-level demons, the city itself is well-ordered, and the human Soul Master have gradually adapted to this harsh yet opportunity-filled environment. Exploration teams frequently set out, bringing back samples of minerals and peculiar plants unique to the Demon Plane, and even live low-level demons for research.

Tang Chen's forging team, combining Demon Forging Technique with Douluo skills, has initially developed several alloys that provide additional damage bonuses against demons. Small batches have been equipped to the stationed Soul Master, with significant results. Qian Daoliu, on the other hand, is elusive, wandering through dangerous places, pursuing the trail of the Fallen Angel and completing his Divine Examination.

On this day, Demon Quelling City welcomed a special visitor.

A streak of azure light flew out from the Planar Passage connecting to the Douluo Continent, landing gracefully at the city gate. As the light faded, a tall, elegant woman appeared. She wore a sea-blue dress embroidered with waves and trident patterns on the hem. Her skin was as white as snow, her face exquisitely beautiful, and her deep blue eyes, like the profound ocean, contained powerful Spiritual Power and subtle Divinity Fluctuation. Her aura was profound; she was clearly a Level 95 Super Douluo!

She is none other than Bo Saixi, the contemporary saint from the sacred Sea God Island overseas!

Bo Saixi's arrival did not cause much of a stir. She held a special pass issued by the Spirit Hall, and her identity had been informed in advance by the Spirit Hall to the Demon Quelling City. After all, although Sea God Island was aloof from the world, it was not entirely without contact with the top powers on the continent, especially on such a matter concerning the safety of the continent.

"Bo Saixi of Sea God Island, by the Lord Sea God, has Demon Quelling City to gain experience, broaden my horizons, and hone my skills," Bo Saixi said in a clear and melodious voice, explaining her purpose to the Martial Spirit Hall Elder who came to greet her. Her demeanor was impeccable, and her bearing graceful, clearly indicating that she had received excellent upbringing. However, upon closer observation, one could detect a subtle hint of nervousness and curiosity about arriving in an unfamiliar and dangerous place for the first time, as well as... a sense of mission entrusted with an important task, hidden deep within her deep eyes.

She is indeed the most promising genius to inherit the Sea God's position, nurtured by Sea God Island with all its might! Possessing the God-Tier Martial Soul "Sea God", she reached level 95 at the young age of forty. Furthermore, after the spread of the Method of Soul Cores, her talent and potential were further stimulated, attracting the attention of the Sea God Poseidon himself, who sent down the Sea God's Nine Trials ahead of schedule.

On the surface, their trip to the Demon Plane was to fulfill the requirements of the Sea God's Fourth Trial, "Red Dust Heart Refining and Broadening One's Horizons." In reality, however, the Sea God Poseidon was a little envious of the success of geniuses like Yu Yuanchen, Qian Daoliu, and Tang Chen on the continent, who had even managed to gather a group of people for the succession to the God Position. He wanted to quickly bring out his own promising talents to "see the world" so they wouldn't fall too far behind.

"The Holy Maiden of the Sea God has come from afar; you must be tired. Demon Quelling City is newly built, and conditions are simple; please forgive us." The garrison Elder politely led the way, but inwardly he was astonished. Sea God Island has always been mysterious, and this Holy Maiden possesses such Cultivation Level at such a young age; the foundation of Sea God Island is indeed unfathomable. He could also sense that while this Holy Maiden is indeed powerful, she seems to lack... the composure and fierce aura truly honed by trials and tribulations; she is more like a peerless jade yet to be fully carved.

Bo Saixi nodded slightly and followed the Elder into the city, curiously observing this human city standing in another dimension. The Sulfur and faint evil aura in the air made her frown slightly, but the orderly scene within the city and the high morale of the Soul Master filled her with admiration. Is this the foundation laid by Yu Yuanchen and his group? It is indeed extraordinary.

Just as Bo Saixi had settled in and was preparing to learn more about the Demon Quelling City—

Boom!!!

An indescribable, powerful aura suddenly erupted from the tallest Meditation Tower in the center of the city!

In an instant, the Wind and Clouds changed color! It wasn't the usual dark red of the Demon Plane, but endless Purple-Gold Thunder Clouds that gathered out of thin air and enveloped the entire sky above Demon Quelling City! Within the thunderclouds, billions of Electric Snakes danced wildly, emitting deafening roars! An unparalleled majesty, surpassing all Heavenly Tribulation and seemingly wielding heavenly tribulations and judging all living beings, swept down like a tidal wave!

Throughout the entire Demon Quelling City, whether human Soul Master or low-level demons lurking outside the city, everyone trembled in their souls at this moment, and involuntarily felt an urge to prostrate themselves in worship!

"This is... Young Sect Master Yuanchen has emerged from seclusion?!"

"What a terrifying aura! It's even more powerful and unfathomable than it was a year ago!"

"Judging by this... the Young Sect Master has broken through to level ninety-nine?!"

The city erupted in an uproar as all the Soul Master rushed out of their houses, staring in shock towards the direction of the Meditation Tower.

Bo Saixi was no exception! She abruptly stood up, her beautiful azure eyes filled with disbelief and shock! This aura... far surpassed that of the High Priest of Sea God Island! Even... she felt that, in terms of quality, it wasn't much different from the Divine Sense pressure descended by the Lord Sea God? How could this be? Yu Yuanchen... had he become a god?!

No, that's not right! Bo Saixi keenly sensed that while the "quantity" of that aura didn't seem to have reached the God Level, its "quality," the level of that power... seemed to have undergone some kind of fundamental transformation! His Soul Power... no longer felt like ordinary Soul Power to her, but rather a higher-level, purer, and closer to... Divine Power? energy!

"Refining Divine Power before becoming a god?!" An absurd and terrifying thought flashed into Bo Saixi's mind, causing her delicate body to tremble slightly. This was simply unheard of! According to the records of Sea God Island, only upon reaching level 100 and becoming a god would Soul Power completely transform into Divine Power. Just how far had Yu Yuanchen gone?!

The Meditation Tower.

Yu Yuanchen slowly opened his eyes, a flash of Purple-Gold Lightning disappearing within them, as deep as the cosmic starry sky. He felt the surging, earth-shattering power within his body, and a faint smile curved his lips.

After a year of seclusion, everything fell into place. Level 99, Titled Douluo, achieved!

But this was not his greatest gain. His greatest gain lay in clarifying and defining his own "Tao," as well as gaining a deeper understanding of the essence of power.

The Law of Chaos and Destruction of the Demon Plane and the Law of Order and Life-Death of the Douluo Continent, like Yin-Yang, intertwined, collided, and finally merged in his heart. He no longer cared whether lightning was "Destruction" or "Life Force," "order" or "chaos."

Thunder is simply thunder! It is one of the most primordial forces in the universe, capable of Destruction and creation, wielding both calamity and punishment, yet containing a glimmer of Life Force! The key lies in the heart of the wielder, in their understanding and application of the laws.

His Soul Core underwent an astonishing transformation during this enlightenment! It was no longer a simple Energy Vortex, but transformed into a more complex, more restrained, Purple-Gold crystal that seemed to contain a miniature Cosmic Birth and Death cycles—the prototype of a "Spirit Core"! Soul Power flowed within it, its quality increasing by more than tenfold. In terms of purity and level, it was already comparable to the Divine Power possessed by those who had just entered the God Level! This was the path he had found, the path that belonged to him—preparing for the form, concealing the unexpected to cultivate the mind.

In simpler terms, it means: fully understanding and utilizing the laws governing all things (preparing for things) to shape and strengthen oneself (taking form); concealing one's intentions and power, maintaining a calm and adaptable mind (concealing one's intentions to generate inner strength). It means not deliberately pursuing a specific "Tao," but rather embracing all things, understanding the laws of all things, integrating them into oneself, adapting to circumstances, using the formless as the form, and the infinite as the finite.

He, Yu Yuanchen, may not possess Tang San's Mysterious Heaven Skill, Hidden Weapon techniques, and the backing of God King; he may not have Huo Yuhao's cheat-like Million-Year Soul Ring, Necromancer's Sacred Law, and the Undead Half-Plane; nor Tang Wulin's Golden Dragon King Bloodline and Life Seedling Tree. What he relies on is a solid foundation, the wisdom of drawing on the strengths of others, the relentless exploration of the essence of power, and... the ruthless determination to seize every opportunity to improve himself!

Achieving the Titled Douluo in his thirties, his Soul Power quality is comparable to that of Divine Power. Every step he takes is incredibly solid! He never thinks he is inferior to those "protagonists" who become gods in their twenties. He is simply walking a path that is more suitable for him, more down-to-earth, and that can also lead to the peak!

"Hoo..." Yu Yuanchen stood up, his aura slowly receding, and the terrifying celestial phenomenon dissipated. He took a step forward and silently appeared outside the Meditation Tower, hovering in the air. His gaze calmly swept over the excited crowd below, and he also saw the unfamiliar woman in a sea-blue dress with a unique temperament.

"Level 95, Sea God Martial Soul... Someone from Sea God Island?" Yu Yuanchen's heart stirred slightly, and he instantly guessed Bo Saixi's identity. Sea God Island finally couldn't sit still anymore? It seems that the waters of this continent are getting more and more murky, and more and more interesting.

He slowly descended and came before the crowd.

"Congratulations to Young Sect Master (Brother Yuanchen) on your great achievement in divine skill! Breaking through the limit!" Led by Qian Chongshan, Yu Boxuan (on rotation), and Tang Gan (on rotation), the crowd bowed excitedly. Yu Yuanchen's breakthrough means that humanity's foundation in the Demon Plane will be even more solid!

Poseidon suppressed her inner turmoil, stepped forward, and gracefully bowed. "Poseidon, the Holy Maiden of Seagod Island, has come to Dingmo City for training by the decree of the Seagod. I greet Young Sect Master Yu. Congratulations on your great progress in cultivation."

Her voice remained clear and melodious, but her tone had unconsciously carried a hint of awe for the powerful. The unfathomable aura emanating from the man before her, who appeared to be a few years younger than herself, seemed to be one with the heavens and earth, putting immense pressure on even this Sea God goddess.

Yu Yuanchen nodded slightly, his gaze lingering on Bo Saixi for a moment. He sensed the pure and powerful Sea God's Power within her, as well as a hint of naivety that needed further experience. He smiled calmly, "Saintess Bo Saixi, there's no need for such formality. Sea God Island is transcendent, and your presence today brings great honor to my Demon Quelling City. Since you've come for training, you may freely inquire about and participate in the city's affairs. If you require anything, you may seek out the Elder on duty."

His tone was calm, expressing both welcome and distance. Whether Sea God Island's sudden intervention is a friend or foe remains to be seen and requires further observation.

"Thank you Young Sect Master." Bo Saixi bowed again, feeling somewhat relieved. This Young Master Yu, who was renowned throughout the continent, did not seem difficult to get along with.

Yu Yuanchen said no more, his gaze fixed on the dark red sky in the distance. Feeling the vast, transformed "pseudo-divine Divine Power" within his body, a surge of heroic spirit welled up within him.

Level 99 is just a new starting point. His path, his journey, has only just begun. The Demon Plane, the Douluo Continent, and even the endless Divine Realm... In the future, Yu Yuanchen will surely have a place!

The Demon Quelling City will also usher in a new stage of development due to his breakthrough. And Bo Saixi's arrival seems to indicate that more powerful forces on the continent and even overseas are beginning to turn their attention to this newly opened territory.