Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen, a Soul Saint, encounters a Hundred-Thousand-Year Deep Sea Octopus while trying to escape the Deep Sea Demon Whale, Lan Fozi.
• The octopus attacks Mu Tianchen, who uses his Dragon Scale Light Armor to defend against its powerful shockwave.
• Mu Tianchen switches to his Dark Holy Dragon Martial Soul and uses the Eternal Night Dragon Domain to hide from the octopus.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates his ability to use powerful soul skills and switch between Martial Souls, showcasing his growth as a Soul Master.
• The Hundred-Thousand-Year Deep Sea Octopus reveals its intelligence and rationale, seeking revenge for the theft of its Golden Whale Rubber.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Sea Soul Beasts, particularly those at the Hundred-Thousand-Year level.
• The importance of adaptability and strategic thinking in combat, as shown by Mu Tianchen's use of different soul skills and Martial Souls.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen vs. Hundred-Thousand-Year Deep Sea Octopus: A battle of wits and power, with Mu Tianchen trying to outmaneuver the octopus, and the octopus seeking to overpower Mu Tianchen.
• Mu Tianchen's Martial Souls: The interaction between his Holy Dragon of Light and Dark Holy Dragon Martial Souls, showcasing their unique abilities and fusion with powerful Soul Spirits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen's invisibility ends, and the Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus attacks with its most powerful skill, the Deep Vortex Annihilation Cannon.
• The Deep Vortex Annihilation Cannon annihilates everything in its path, and Mu Tianchen is unable to dodge or block it.
• Mu Tianchen's Soul Spirit, the Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff, breaks the Sea God's seal and transmits the ultimate killing move, the Lion Mastiff Prison-Suppressing Kill.
• Mu Tianchen activates his Light Holy Dragon Battle Armor and summons his divine weapon, the Sky-Piercing Lance.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen's desperation and survival instinct lead him to trust his Soul Spirit and attempt a counterattack.
• The Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus demonstrates its overwhelming power and determination to kill Mu Tianchen.

Significant Themes

• The theme of survival and desperation, as Mu Tianchen faces certain death and must find a way to counter the Deep Vortex Annihilation Cannon.
• The power of trust and connection between a Soul Master and their Soul Spirit, as the Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff breaks the seal to help Mu Tianchen.

Character Interactions

• The Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus and Mu Tianchen engage in a deadly battle, with the octopus using its most powerful skill to try and annihilate Mu Tianchen.
• Mu Tianchen's Soul Spirit, the Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff, interacts with Mu Tianchen by breaking the seal and transmitting the Lion Mastiff Prison-Suppressing Kill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen uses his ultimate skill, Lion Mastiff Prison-Suppressing Kill, to counter the Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus's Deep Vortex Annihilation Cannon.
• The skill drains Mu Tianchen's physical essence and Soul Spirit support, leaving him weakened.
• The Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus retreats after being wounded but vows revenge, leaving Mu Tianchen in the Abyss with four months left to complete his trial.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates his power and determination by using his ultimate skill to hold off a powerful Abyss creature.
• The Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus shows its cunning and ruthlessness, vowing revenge despite being wounded.

Significant Themes

• The power of will and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The cruelty and danger of the Abyss, where survival is a constant struggle.
• The importance of recovery and growth in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen faces off against the Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus, showcasing his strength and willpower.
• The Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus and Mu Tianchen engage in a battle of wits and power, with the creature ultimately retreating but vowing revenge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen spends a month recovering and improving his strength in an undersea cave.
• He reflects on his battle with the Hundred-Thousand-Year Giant Deep-Sea Octopus, acknowledging the gap between their strengths.
• Mu Tianchen's Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff Body Tempering Method reaches the ninth level, but he understands that physique alone is not enough in the soul power-driven world of Douluo Continent.
• He decides to focus on improving his Sun and Moon Radiance Cultivation Method, which has been enhanced by the Sky-Piercing Douluo Yun Ming.
• The Demon Soul Great White Shark princess, Dong Qianqiu, visits him.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen's physical strength improves, but he realizes the importance of soul power and decides to focus on his cultivation method.
• Dong Qianqiu, the Demon Soul Great White Shark princess, is introduced as a significant character.

Significant Themes

• The importance of balance between physical strength and soul power in the world of Douluo Continent.
• The power of cultivation methods and their potential for growth and improvement.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen interacts with Dong Qianqiu, though the conversation is not detailed in this chapter.
• Mu Tianchen's past interaction with the Sky-Piercing Douluo Yun Ming is referenced, showing their relationship and Yun Ming's influence on Mu Tianchen's cultivation method.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen recovers from his injuries and encounters a Demon Soul Great White Shark, who is revealed to be Dong Qianqiu, the princess of her clan.
• Half a month prior, Mu Tianchen sought a powerful spirit herb, Sea Soul Grass, to heal his injuries. He found it in a deep-sea trench guarded by Dong Qianqiu and an Evil Spirit Orca.
• Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu temporarily allied to fight off the Evil Spirit Orca, but both were severely injured.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen: Shows curiosity and calmness when facing Dong Qianqiu. He's determined to heal his injuries and complete his trials.
• Dong Qianqiu: Initially hostile, she later shows appreciation for Mu Tianchen's help. She's proud and strong-willed, but also vulnerable.

Significant Themes

• Alliance and temporary trust between species (Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu vs. Evil Spirit Orca).
• The power of nature and its dangers (the deep-sea trench, Sea Soul Grass, and powerful Sea Soul Beasts).
• The importance of healing and recovery (Mu Tianchen's injuries and his search for Sea Soul Grass).

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu: Initially wary, they form a temporary alliance against the Evil Spirit Orca. Their interaction is marked by curiosity, hostility, and later, a hint of mutual respect.
• Mu Tianchen and the Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff: The mastiff guides Mu Tianchen and aids him in battle. Their bond is one of loyalty and trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen's injuries from the previous battle have healed significantly in half a month, thanks to the Sea Soul Grass.
• Dong Qianqiu, the princess of the Demon Soul Great White Shark clan, invites Mu Tianchen to their territory to meet her mother, Xiao Bai, who wants to thank him for saving Dong Qianqiu's life.
• Mu Tianchen agrees to go, believing Xiao Bai won't harm him due to his supposed protection from the Sea God.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen: Recovers from severe injuries, gains confidence in his strength, and decides to visit the Demon Soul Great White Shark clan without fear.
• Dong Qianqiu: Frustrated that humans can obtain the Sea God's protection while Sea Soul Beasts can't, she challenges Mu Tianchen but ultimately leads him to her clan.

Significant Themes

• The Sea God's protection and its favoritism towards humans over Sea Soul Beasts.
• The power dynamics between different species and clans in the Douluo Continent.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu: They engage in a light banter, with Dong Qianqiu provoking Mu Tianchen and him responding calmly, showing no fear of her clan's power.
• Mu Tianchen and Xiao Bai: Though not present, Xiao Bai's influence is evident as she's the reason for Mu Tianchen's visit to their territory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen travels to the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan's territory with Dong Qianqiu.
• They discuss the underwater world's landscape and the major Sea Soul Beast clans.
• Mu Tianchen learns about the Evil Spirit Orca King's reign and the Sea Soul Beasts' miserable lives.
• Mu Tianchen arrives at the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan's territory and is greeted aggressively by patrolling Demon Soul Great White Sharks.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen shows curiosity and concern about the underwater world's political landscape.
• Dong Qianqiu demonstrates her authority and protectiveness towards Mu Tianchen.
• The patrolling Demon Soul Great White Sharks show their aggressive nature and fear of Dong Qianqiu.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and oppression in the underwater world, similar to the human world's political systems.
• The struggle for survival and freedom among the Sea Soul Beasts.
• Mu Tianchen's determination to improve his strength and help others, reflecting his growth and responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu discuss the underwater world's political landscape, showing mutual respect and trust.
• Dong Qianqiu scolds the patrolling Demon Soul Great White Sharks, demonstrating her authority and protectiveness towards Mu Tianchen.
• The patrolling Demon Soul Great White Sharks show hostility towards Mu Tianchen, highlighting their aggressive nature and fear of Dong Qianqiu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu enter the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan's territory, revealing a luxurious palace and a unique small world.
• They meet the Demon Soul Great White Shark King, Xiao Bai, who recognizes Mu Tianchen's Sea God inheritance.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen shows respect and understanding towards Xiao Bai's longevity and wisdom.
• Dong Qianqiu displays affection and obedience towards her mother, Xiao Bai.

Significant Themes

• The evolution and change of soul beasts over time, with the Demon Soul Great White Sharks now living in a luxurious palace.
• The power dynamics between humans and soul beasts, with Xiao Bai's insight and strength being comparable to human Douluos.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Dong Qianqiu work together, acknowledging each other's contributions.
• Xiao Bai interacts warmly with her daughter, Dong Qianqiu, and expresses gratitude towards Mu Tianchen for saving her.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Mu Tianchen meets Xiao Bai, the King of the Demon Soul Great White Sharks, who addresses him as 'Little Mu' or 'Aunt Bai'.
• Xiao Bai asks Mu Tianchen about his views on the relationship between humans and soul beasts.
• Xiao Bai reveals that Di Tian, the Soul Beast Sovereign, once sought the ocean soul beasts' help to attack humans, but the ocean soul beasts refused due to historical enmity and human technological advancements.
• Dong Qianqiu, Xiao Bai's daughter, wants revenge against the Evil Spirit Orca Clan, but Xiao Bai disapproves of impulsive decisions.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen shows humility and respect when addressing Xiao Bai.
• Xiao Bai demonstrates her wisdom, understanding of the current landscape, and responsibility as a ruler.
• Dong Qianqiu displays impulsiveness and eagerness for revenge.

Significant Themes

• The complex relationship between humans and soul beasts, with humans having the upper hand due to technological advancements.
• The historical enmity between land and ocean soul beasts.
• The importance of careful decision-making and strategic planning, as opposed to impulsive actions.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Xiao Bai have a respectful and open conversation about the human-soul beast relationship.
• Xiao Bai disciplines her daughter, Dong Qianqiu, for her impulsiveness.
• Mu Tianchen learns about the underwater world's dynamics from Xiao Bai.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Mu Tianchen is taken by Xiao Bai, the King of the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan, to a secret treasure trove.
• The treasure trove is revealed to contain numerous powerful treasures, including Spirit Bones from the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan.
• Xiao Bai plans to gift Mu Tianchen a Spirit Bone.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen shows curiosity and excitement about receiving a Spirit Bone.
• Xiao Bai demonstrates her trust in Mu Tianchen and her hope for him to resolve the conflict between humans and soul beasts.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Spirit Bones to human Soul Masters.
• The near-extinction of soul beasts and the scarcity of Spirit Bones.
• The trust and friendship between humans and soul beasts.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Bai and Mu Tianchen: Xiao Bai shows kindness and trust towards Mu Tianchen, while Mu Tianchen feels grateful and excited about the gift from Xiao Bai.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen and Xiao Bai discuss the golden chest's contents.
• Xiao Bai reveals the chest contains a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone, a four-hundred-thousand-year Spirit Bone.
• Mu Tianchen reveals his Martial Souls: Holy Dragon of Light and Dark Holy Dragon.

Character Developments

• Xiao Bai reflects on her past, revealing her husband's death and her succession to the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan leadership.
• Mu Tianchen demonstrates his Martial Soul Switching ability, showing both his Holy Dragon of Light and Dark Holy Dragon Martial Souls.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny (Xiao Bai's acceptance of Mu Tianchen's arrival as fate).
• Power and strength (Mu Tianchen's powerful Martial Souls and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone).

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Xiao Bai discuss the Spirit Bone and Mu Tianchen's Martial Souls, leading to mutual respect and understanding.
• Xiao Bai expresses surprise and admiration for Mu Tianchen's Martial Souls, acknowledging their power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen displays his Martial Souls: Holy Dragon of Light and Dark Holy Dragon.
• Xiao Bai decides to give Mu Tianchen the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone.
• Mu Tianchen begins the process of absorbing the powerful True Dragon soul bone.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates his immense talent by displaying two powerful Martial Souls.
• Xiao Bai shows her wisdom and experience by guiding Mu Tianchen through the soul bone absorption process.

Significant Themes

• The power and rarity of True Dragon soul bones.
• The importance of adapting to and integrating with a soul bone before absorption.
• The potential of Mu Tianchen to achieve peaceful coexistence between humans and soul beasts.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Bai and Mu Tianchen: Xiao Bai guides Mu Tianchen through the soul bone absorption process, showing her trust in his abilities and potential. Mu Tianchen shows his respect and obedience by following her instructions closely.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen fuses a powerful Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone, which possesses a four-hundred-thousand-year quality.
• The fusion process is intense and painful, lasting for half a month.
• Mu Tianchen gains two formidable Spirit Bone skills from the fusion.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates exceptional willpower and resilience, enduring immense pain to complete the fusion.
• Xiao Bai, the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan queen, shows curiosity and excitement about Mu Tianchen's progress.

Significant Themes

• Willpower and determination are crucial for overcoming challenges and achieving growth.
• The power of soul bones and their skills can significantly enhance one's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Xiao Bai interact as mentor and mentee, with Xiao Bai showing concern and interest in Mu Tianchen's progress.
• Mu Tianchen shares the details of his newly acquired Spirit Bone skills with Xiao Bai.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen successfully fuses with the 400,000-year Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone gifted by Xiao Bai, gaining two powerful soul bone skills: Blue Lightning Tyrant's Forest Thunder Prison and Blue Lightning Tyrant's Forest Destruction.
• Mu Tianchen discovers his increased physical strength (30%) and breakthrough to Soul Power Level 77, with enhanced spiritual power.
• Xiao Bai invites Mu Tianchen to stay in the territory of the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan for his safety during the third trial, but he refuses.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen: Shows growth in strength and determination, refusing Xiao Bai's invitation to face the challenges of his trial independently.
• Xiao Bai: Expresses concern for Mu Tianchen's safety and well-being, showing a nurturing side.

Significant Themes

• Growth and Self-Reliance: Mu Tianchen's refusal to take the easy way out demonstrates his desire to grow stronger independently.
• Responsibility and Determination: Mu Tianchen feels responsible for completing his trials and shows determination in facing challenges.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Xiao Bai: Xiao Bai shows concern for Mu Tianchen's safety, while Mu Tianchen appreciates her kindness but remains determined to face his trials independently.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen has spent a month digesting his gains from obtaining the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone.
• The Demon Soul Great White Shark princess, Dong Qianqiu (Xiuxiu), brings Mu Tianchen a ten-thousand-year level Dragon Saliva Grass, a powerful spirit herb that can consolidate one's foundation, strengthen bones, temper spiritual consciousness, and increase soul power.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen shows appreciation and gratitude towards Xiuxiu and her mother for their help.
• Xiuxiu demonstrates her growing fondness for Mu Tianchen, showing concern for his well-being and offering assistance.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and loyalty: Mu Tianchen's actions in the past have earned him the respect and friendship of the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan, leading to their assistance in his cultivation.
• Power and growth: Mu Tianchen's rapid improvement in strength is a testament to his cultivation method and the resources he has access to, making him a potential threat to those who underestimate him.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Xiuxiu: Their interaction shows a growing bond between the two, with Xiuxiu showing concern for Mu Tianchen's well-being and offering assistance, while Mu Tianchen expresses gratitude and appreciation for her help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen swallows a ten-thousand-year Dragon Saliva Grass, enhancing his strength and spiritual power.
• Bai Xiuxiu gives Mu Tianchen the Dragon Saliva Grass and asks for his help to defeat the Evil Spirit Orca Clan's king in the future.
• Mu Tianchen explores the deep sea, finds treasures, and his soul power reaches level 78.
• He discovers a deep-sea trench with a treasure left behind by humans ten thousand years ago.
• Mu Tianchen encounters the Hundred Thousand Year Deep Sea Giant Squid, which he had previously injured.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates his confidence and capability by consuming a powerful spirit herb directly.
• Bai Xiuxiu shows her determination and strong will, having cultivated for ninety thousand years at the age of twenty thousand.
• Mu Tianchen feels a growing sense of pressure to reach his goal of becoming a level 90 Soul Master within three years.

Significant Themes

• The importance of confidence and capability in facing challenges.
• The value of perseverance and determination in cultivation.
• The pressure and responsibility that comes with great potential.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen and Bai Xiuxiu interact, with Bai Xiuxiu giving Mu Tianchen the Dragon Saliva Grass and asking for his help in the future.
• Mu Tianchen faces off against the Hundred Thousand Year Deep Sea Giant Squid, demonstrating his spiritual power and Mental Shock skill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen encounters a powerful Hundred-Thousand-Year Deep-Sea Giant Octopus, a foe he faced in the past.
• He uses his First Soul Skill, Holy Light Dragon Fist, to block the octopus' tentacles, then deploys the Blue Lightning Tyrant Emperor's Forest Thunder Domain, a wide-range attack skill from his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone.
• The octopus retaliates with its powerful move, Deep Vortex Annihilation Cannon.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates his growth in power since their last encounter, managing to force the octopus back without using his battle armor.
• He equips his Two-and-a-Half Character Battle Armor, Light Holy Dragon, in response to the octopus' powerful attack.

Significant Themes

• The power of Spirit Bones and their skills, showcased through the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Right Arm Bone.
• The growth and development of Mu Tianchen's character and strength.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen interacts with the Deep-Sea Giant Octopus, showcasing his prowess and forcing the octopus to take him seriously.
• Other Sea Soul Beasts flee in terror from the octopus' voice, highlighting its status as an Abyssal Overlord.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen faces the third trial of the Sea God, which involves surviving alone in the deep sea for half a year or defeating the local hegemon, a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, the Deep Sea Giant Octopus.
• Mu Tianchen uses the Blue Lightning Tyrant's Forest Destruction skill, a powerful single-target attack, to defeat the Deep Sea Giant Octopus.
• Mu Tianchen passes the trial and is informed by a mysterious voice in the sky that he has successfully completed the third round.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen demonstrates significant growth in his power, showing the ability to defeat a Title Douluo-level opponent head-on.
• Mu Tianchen reflects on his lack of strength and determines to strive for the realm of a level 99 Limit Douluo.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strength and power in the world.
• The state of Unity of Heaven and Man, which enhances Mu Tianchen's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen interacts with the mysterious voice in the sky, which guides him through the trial and announces his success.
• Mu Tianchen's internal dialogue reflects on his growth and sets new goals for himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen completes the Sea God trial and is granted 5% Sea God Affinity and a thousand years of cultivation for each Soul Ring.
• The Sea God grants Mu Tianchen's Soul Spirits the ability to transform into human form.
• Mu Tianchen's five Soul Spirits—Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff, Holy Dragon of Light, Hell Demon Dragon, Golden Behemoth, and Evil Eye Tyrant—undergo transformations in his Sea of Consciousness.
• The first three Soul Spirits—Golden-Haired Lion Mastiff, Holy Dragon of Light, and Hell Demon Dragon—transform into human forms, with the Holy Dragon of Light reaching the hundred-thousand-year level.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen is shocked and surprised by the transformations of his Soul Spirits and the rewards he receives from the Sea God trial.
• Mu Tianchen's Soul Spirits gain new forms and increased power, with the Holy Dragon of Light becoming the strongest among them.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Sea God and its influence on Mu Tianchen and his Soul Spirits.
• The evolution and transformation of Soul Spirits, reflecting their growth and increased power.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen interacts with his transformed Soul Spirits in his Sea of Consciousness, witnessing their new forms and powers.
• There is no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter, as it focuses solely on Mu Tianchen and his Soul Spirits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mu Tianchen's remaining two Soul Spirits, Golden Behemoth and Evil Eye Tyrant, transform into humans under the Sea God's Light.
• The Sea God announces the completion of the Third Trial and the start of the Fourth Trial, "A Trial of the Heart."
• Mu Tianchen's perception is sealed, and he enters a mysterious space, losing all his soul power, spiritual power, and physical abilities, becoming an ordinary person.

Character Developments

• Mu Tianchen's Soul Spirits gain the ability to transform into humans, significantly enhancing their strength and capabilities.
• Mu Tianchen is addressed as "Master" by his transformed Soul Spirits, which he accepts.
• Mu Tianchen is shocked and moved by his Soul Spirits' transformations and newfound powers.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Sea God and its influence on Mu Tianchen and his Soul Spirits.
• The transformation and evolution of Mu Tianchen's Soul Spirits, reflecting their growth and potential.
• The loss of Mu Tianchen's powers and abilities, highlighting his vulnerability and the challenges he faces in the upcoming trial.

Character Interactions

• Mu Tianchen interacts with his transformed Soul Spirits, expressing his emotions and acknowledging their new forms and powers.
• The transformed Soul Spirits greet Mu Tianchen respectfully, addressing him as "Master."
• Mu Tianchen and his Soul Spirits are separated due to the Sea God's intervention, leading to a lack of interaction between them.