Sea Spear Douluo leaned on his silver spear. "The Deep Sea Army stationed a hundred thousand troops even at the border between the South Sea and the East Sea. I think Hailong gathered everyone together to protect them."
Ao Can agreed from beside him. "Yes. We are all people who believe in the Sea God. As lord of the East Sea, Hailong would never abandon a single citizen of the ocean."
Sea Star Douluo listened to their analysis, but the unease in his heart refused to fade. "Let's hope so."
The group continued deeper into the East Sea.
After roughly another hour, they finally spotted signs of movement ahead.
Ao Can abruptly raised his hand, and the entire group instantly went on alert. Every South Sea Soul Beast prepared to fight at a moment's notice.
As they drew closer, Ao Can was the first to recognize the other party. His taut nerves eased slightly, and he raised his hand to signal the group behind him to stand down. "Oh, it's the Sacred Beast. I thought you were with the Deep Sea Army."
Huben's massive body shifted in the water. "It pays to be cautious. With the East Sea in chaos, no one can guarantee that whoever they encounter will be an ally."
Sea Spear Douluo leaned on his silver spear, his nerves relaxing as well when he saw that it was Huben. "What's the situation in the East Sea?"
Huben's voice was low. "It doesn't look promising. Both of Kraken's legions have mobilized in full. Three Kings have already fallen."
Sea Star Douluo's voice trembled with disbelief. "It's only been a few days! Three Kings have already fallen?"
Huben's voice grew even graver. "You remember the Sea Star Wolf pack, don't you?"
Sea Star Douluo nodded. "Of course. They were