Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Controlling his emotions, Ning Fengzhi posted a comment on the Heavenly Dao Golden Ranking, and a hint of delight appeared in his eyes.
At first glance, it seemed to be nothing more than a forum where Soul Masters across the continent could discuss the rankings.
But anyone with a little imagination could use it to pass along information.
For instance, they could send a coded comment or message and let someone else see it.
That way, even if they were thousands of miles apart, they could still receive information quickly.
Of course, that required them to prepare a code in advance and for the other person to reply promptly.
Seeing the smile curl at Ning Fengzhi's lips, Gu Rong asked curiously,
"Fengzhi, have you discovered something else?"
"Haha, I'm just thinking that we've barely scratched the surface of what we can do with the Heavenly Dao Golden Ranking, Uncle Bone."
On the Golden Ranking.
Some people, like Ning Fengzhi, had discovered the hidden function for posting comments and messages, and had begun compiling codebooks.
But most Soul Masters were more interested in the rankings themselves.
[Xiao Wu: Well... but... am I the only one wondering what Sea God Island is? How come I've never heard of it?]
[Shui Yue'er: Same here. And it's not just Sea God Island—I've never heard of the Nanuke Spear Martial Soul either!]
Feeling it was time to show off again, Yu Xiaogang had been helped back to the dormitory by Tang San. After steadying himself, he cited various sources and made things up as he went.
He mixed together what little he knew, then sent it all in one go.
[Yu Xiaogang: The Nanuke Spear Martial Soul isn't a Martial Soul found on the continent. It belongs to Sea Soul Masters, and it's said to be a spear used to hunt whales!
As for Sea God Island... It's also known as Devil Island. It lies far from land, deep in the ocean, and stretches for four hundred miles in diameter. The people there worship Poseidon.
Unlike Sea Soul Masters, most Soul Masters on the continent believe in the Angel God. The Spirit Hall worships the Angel God, and that's why it's revered by the Soul Masters of the continent.
Sea Soul Masters have their own faith as well. But their faith isn't a religious sect—it's a god, the Sea God.
Every Sea Soul Master believes that the Sea God truly exists.
He governs everything in the ocean and is the ancestor of all Sea Soul Masters.
Just like the Spirit Hall, Sea God Island is where Sea Soul Masters worship their god. Those who live there are all under the Sea God's protection.
Legend has it that it's thanks to the Sea God's blessing that Sea Soul Masters have such powerful abilities and can control the power of the ocean.
Perhaps the Angel God worshipped by the Spirit Hall doesn't necessarily count as a true faith to Soul Masters on the continent.
But in the hearts of Sea Soul Masters, the Sea God is their faith.
Not a single Sea Soul Master would dare blaspheme the Sea God!]
[You wrote so much, so I believe you!]
[Could this be that Grandmaster?
I thought that Ten Core Competencies of Martial Soul thing was complete nonsense, but it seems this guy really does know a thing or two!]
Spirit Hall.
Seeing the comment on the Heavenly Dao Golden Ranking, Bibi Dong's heart gave a sudden, painful squeeze.
"Xiaogang, it's been so many years, but you're still as bold and spirited as you were back then!"
Looking at the familiar handwriting, Bibi Dong was so lovestruck that she could almost picture Yu Xiaogang as he wrote it.
Standing at the lectern beneath his students' admiring gazes, he seemed like a great general, issuing commands with a sweeping gesture—so imposing!
But Bibi Dong would never have guessed that the Yu Xiaogang she idolized had been on the verge of a breakdown just moments earlier.
"These people can't stand seeing anyone do well. They actually dare slander Xiaogang on the Heavenly Dao Golden Ranking.
If they don't want to live, then none of them will!"
Bibi Dong's eyes turned cold. She gave no orders, but she had already memorized the comments mocking Yu Xiaogang.
All it would take was a little abuse of her power, and she could ruin their lives!
[Bo Saixi: Sea God Island isn't really all that mysterious.
The so-called Devil Island is just something people made up. All in all, it's a beautiful, secluded paradise, far removed from the rest of the world!
It may not be as rich in resources as the continent, but the people who live there are much more simple and kindhearted!]
Not wanting people to misunderstand Sea God Island, Bo Saixi had carefully considered her words before posting.
But before she could say more in its defense, Yu Xiaogang—so deeply insecure that he couldn't bear to be contradicted—couldn't help jumping in.
[Come on, do you know more about Sea God Island, or do I?
The information I just shared came straight from the Spirit Hall's library. It's classified information!
And you? Where did you get your information? You're just spouting nonsense!]
[Bo Saixi: ...]
Wait. Hold on. I'm getting a little dizzy.
What do you mean, "Do you know more about Sea God Island, or do I?"
I'm the High Priest of Sea God Island. Surely I know more about it than some outsider?
"Hmph!"
"Mainland Soul Masters really do think they're better than everyone else!"
Unlike the easygoing Bo Saixi, the other Sea Soul Masters on Sea God Island were already cursing as they read the post on the Heavenly Dao Golden Ranking.
Yu Xiaogang's name in particular stuck in their minds!
"He'd better pray he never goes out to sea. If he does, I'll feed him to the fish myself!"
"Sea Spear Douluo, one of the Seven Sacred Pillars, has made the ranking! Let those mainland Soul Masters see what true power looks like—and what a Sea God Island Titled Douluo can do!"
Golden Ranking Video begins.
Unlike She Long's video, Sea Spear Douluo's was more like a personal account.
[I wouldn't claim my talent is unmatched throughout the ages, but I'm certainly one of the rare few in this world!
It wasn't until I met that person that I understood: a single moment of a genius's life can outshine half a lifetime of an ordinary man!]
After speaking a few wistful, slightly melancholy words, a figure appeared before everyone.
He had short golden hair and sea-blue eyes. Though still young, he carried an air of coldness deep in his bones.
Born on Sea God Island, he awakened a long spear of pure gold at the age of six, just like the Soul Masters of the continent. It could be called the Sea Spear, or the Nanuke Spear!
Originally just a spear used to hunt whales in the Far North, it had received the Sea God's blessing. The Nanuke Spear was not only powerful on the attack, but exceptionally strong on the defense as well!
It was thanks to the Nanuke Spear's strength that he dominated the seas and earned a reputation as a prodigy at such a young age!
As he grew older, Sea Spear Douluo passed through Sea God's Light and completed the Black Tier Four Trial. He became not only a Titled Douluo, but also the lord of Sea Spear City.
Among the Sea God Island Seven Sacred Pillars, he ranked second in strength! Sea Spear Douluo's rise had been remarkably smooth. Not only had he become a Titled Douluo at a young age, but he had also acquired an exceptionally rare Domain.
It was proof of his invincible strength among his peers, and it had also fostered a trace of pride in his heart.
What he wanted most was to visit the continent. He'd heard that it was home to countless powerful figures, and he wanted to see them for himself.
He wondered what rank someone like him might earn.
Unfortunately, Sea Soul Masters couldn't set foot on the continent freely. And as one of the Sea God Island Seven Sacred Pillars, his presence there would carry a different meaning.
So, no matter how badly he wanted to go, Sea Spear Douluo had never taken that step.
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