A cool, detached divine decree rang out in Ye Xuan's mind. Three thousand years of Soul Power cultivation surged into his body like a tide, causing his Soul Power to soar instantly.
It stabilized directly at the peak of rank sixty-eight, just one step away from rank sixty-nine!
Ye Xuan took a deep breath, feeling the fuller strength within him, and a satisfied smile tugged at his lips.
The first trial was easily cleared!
Bo Saixi finally recovered from her shock within the Sea God Temple. She slowly descended from the temple and came before Ye Xuan, her eyes filled with complicated emotions.
"A rank sixty-eight Soul Emperor crossing one hundred and sixty-eight steps of Sea God's Light—you are the first in history."
"Just luck." Ye Xuan smiled faintly without offering further explanation.
Bo Saixi did not press the matter. She knew Ye Xuan hid far too many secrets, so she continued.
"The location of the second trial is the Ring Sea on the outskirts of Sea God Island. It is the habitat of the Demon Soul Great White Sharks, and the one guarding the Ring Sea is the two-hundred-thousand-year Demon Soul Great White Shark King—Xiao Bai."
"Xiao Bai was once Lord Sea God's mount. His strength is unfathomable. Though kind-hearted, he is absolutely loyal to Lord Sea God."
Bo Saixi's tone turned grave. "You may not kill any sea soul beasts during this trial, nor may you use soul ring skills. Breaking through his blockade will be no easier than the first trial."
A flicker of confidence flashed through Ye Xuan's eyes. "Interesting. Please take me there directly, High Priest. No need to waste time."
"Very well. Follow me, then. I will take you to the Ring Sea."
Bo Saixi turned and headed toward the edge of the island,