Bo Saixi was a level ninety-nine Peerless Douluo, standing at the pinnacle of human cultivation.
In this era when deities could not descend to the mortal world, she was invincible in the flesh. Whoever came before her would get slapped twice.
Yet such an existence was actually leaving Sea God Island for the continent?
It was simply unbelievable.
Sea Illusion Douluo shook his head, equally bewildered. "I don't know either. When I received the message last night, I thought I was dreaming."
Just as everyone was discussing the matter heatedly, Sea Dragon Douluo, who had remained silent until now, slowly spoke.
Sea Dragon Douluo was the leader of the Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo and Sea God Island's second-in-command. His strength was second only to Bo Saixi's.
"As far as I know, Lady Bo Saixi cannot leave Sea God Island. She must guard the island against interference from powerful enemies. This is the duty bestowed upon her by the Sea God, as well as her mission as the High Priest."
The other six Sacred Pillar Douluo exchanged glances, each seeing confusion and incomprehension in the others' eyes.
If she could not leave, then what was going on?
Sea Dragon Douluo raised his head to look at the sky. His gaze seemed to pierce through the clouds and glimpse some higher dimension. "In other words, the reason Lady Bo Saixi is leaving Sea God Island is an order from the Sea God."
As soon as he said this, everyone's expressions changed.
An order from the Sea God?
In all their memories, the Sea God had never personally issued an order.
Much less one ordering Bo Saixi to leave Sea God Island and handle matters on the continent.
This was unprecedented.
"The Sea God..."
Seahorse Douluo murmured, a trace of reverence flashing through his eyes. "What could possibly require the Sea God to personally order Lady Bo Saixi to leave Sea God Island?"
No one could answer his question.
Because no one could know.
Just as everyone was speculating, faint footsteps came from the distance.
They followed the sound and saw a graceful blue figure slowly approaching.
Bo Saixi wore a long blue dress today. Its hem swayed gently with her steps, outlining the perfect curves of her figure.
She wore only light makeup, yet it made her already peerless beauty shine even more brilliantly.
Her long blue hair fluttered softly in the morning breeze. Bathed in sunlight, she radiated a sacred, inviolable aura.
And beside her, she was holding the hand of a child.
At this sight, the Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo were completely dumbfounded. Their minds froze for several seconds.
Wait, where had this child come from?
And why was he with the High Priest, looking as though they were so close?
Sea God Island's hierarchy was extremely strict.
To put it simply, without Bo Saixi's permission, even Sea Dragon Douluo, Sea God Island's second-in-command, was not qualified to enter the Sea God Temple, much less request an audience with Bo Saixi on his own initiative.
That alone showed what it meant for rank to crush those beneath it.
Yet this child was not only holding Bo Saixi's hand, but had also come from the direction of the Sea God Temple. What did that mean?
It meant he had stayed in the Sea God Temple last night!
It meant his relationship with Bo Saixi was anything but ordinary!
"Lady Bo Saixi."
The Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo hurriedly bowed in salute.
Though their hearts were filled with questions, they could not neglect proper etiquette.
Bo Saixi gave a slight nod. Her gaze swept over the seven of them before settling on Sea Dragon Douluo. "Sea Dragon, while I am away, Sea God Island will be entrusted to you."
Sea Dragon Douluo's heart tightened, and he quickly replied, "I will do everything in my power to protect Sea God Island."
Bo Saixi nodded, then lowered her head to look at Li Changqing beside her. In a gentle voice, she said, "Xiaoqing, say hello to your uncles and aunts."
Li Changqing raised his head and looked at the seven powerful Titled Douluo before him. A polite smile appeared on his small face as he obediently said, "Hello, uncles and aunts. My name is Li Changqing. Please take care of me in the future."
The Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo looked at one another, unsure how to respond for a moment.
Sea Dragon Douluo was still the first to recover.
He forced out a smile and tried to make his voice sound gentler. "Hello, little friend."
The other Sacred Pillar Douluo also came back to their senses and hurriedly greeted him in agreement, though they could not hide the curiosity and confusion in their eyes.
Who exactly was this child?
Why did Lady Bo Saixi value him so highly?
Why would she even leave Sea God Island and personally take him to the continent?
Seahorse Douluo could not help looking at Li Changqing several more times. The longer he looked, the more alarmed he became.
He discovered that although this child appeared to be only six or seven years old, he gave off a faint, indistinct aura.
That aura was pure and powerful, as though it contained boundless vitality.
What shocked him even more was that he could not see through the child at all.
He was a Titled Douluo!
Yet he could not see through a child of five or six?
It was simply inconceivable!
At that moment, Sea Dragon Douluo seemed to think of something.
His pupils suddenly contracted, and an incredulous expression appeared on his face.
He raised his head to look at Bo Saixi. His lips moved slightly, as though he wanted to say something, yet he did not dare speak.
Bo Saixi noticed his odd behavior and asked calmly, "Sea Dragon, is there something you wish to ask?"
Sea Dragon Douluo took a deep breath. After hesitating for a moment, he finally gathered his courage and asked, "Lady Bo Saixi, could this young master... possibly be the Sea God's child in the God Realm, sent to Douluo Continent for training?"
The moment he said this, the other six Sacred Pillar Douluo all froze.
They widened their eyes at Li Changqing, then looked toward Bo Saixi, waiting for her answer.
If that were really the case, then this child was a living second-generation god!
Although they could not meet the Sea God himself, meeting the Sea God's child would still be wonderful!
After all, this child could become the next Sea God in the future—their future master!
Bo Saixi was stunned for a moment when she heard that, then could not help laughing.
Her laughter made her tremble like a flower in the wind. Her blue hair swayed lightly with it, and her breathtaking face was full of delight.
"You people..."
She stopped laughing and shook her head, a teasing glint in her eyes. "What are you thinking? He is not the Sea God's child."
"Huh?" The Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo all froze, their faces full of disappointment.
He was not the Sea God's child? Then who was he?
Seeing their disappointed expressions, the smile on Bo Saixi's lips deepened.
Rather than explain directly, she kept them in suspense. "You will naturally learn his identity in the future. For now, all you need to know is that he is an honored guest and the most important person to me. That is enough."
The most important person?
The Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo exchanged glances, growing even more confused.
But Bo Saixi did not say anything further.
Holding Li Changqing's hand, she turned and walked toward the enormous sea vessel.
"Let's set off," she said softly, her voice carrying a hint of anticipation.
Li Changqing nodded and followed her aboard the ship.
Morning light shone upon them, coating them in a layer of golden radiance.
The sea breeze lifted Bo Saixi's long hair and skirt, as well as the stray locks over Li Changqing's forehead. Standing at the bow together, they looked like a beautiful painting.
The Seven Sacred Pillar Douluo stood on the dock, watching the sea vessel slowly depart from the harbor and gradually vanish beyond the distant horizon. For a long while, no one spoke.
After a long time, Sea Dragon Douluo finally spoke slowly, his voice carrying a trace of emotion. "I have a feeling that child... will bring tremendous changes to this world."
No one refuted him.
Because they all felt the same way.
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