Zhu Zhuqing clenched her fist, feeling the surging power within her. Excitement gleamed in her eyes:
"Very strong! This eighth soul skill is called Nether Whale Surge. It can turn the power of darkness into tidal attacks, and both its range and power far surpass my previous soul skills."
"Congratulations, Zhuqing."
Ning Rongrong and Liu Yuxi gathered around as well, their faces filled with delight.
Shen Lian smiled and ruffled Zhu Zhuqing's hair before turning his gaze to Bo Saixi.
"Now that this matter is settled, it's time for us to set out."
Bo Saixi nodded, then said to Shen Lian,
"Where does Young Master Shen plan to go? If you do not mind, you may return to Sea God Island with me and rest for a few days."
She had grown increasingly wary of Shen Lian's strength, and she wanted even more to discover what sort of background this young man, whom the Sea God had specifically sent a message to warn her about, truly possessed.
Shen Lian rubbed his chin with his fingertips. After pondering for a moment, he looked up at Bo Saixi, his tone calm yet carrying an unquestionable certainty.
"Forget it. I still have plenty of trivial matters to deal with. Right now, the most important thing is to wipe out this group of pirates' lair first."
The smile on Bo Saixi's face faded slightly. She had intended to use the return to Sea God Island as an excuse to probe further into Shen Lian's background, but she had not expected such a straightforward refusal.
However, Bo Saixi quickly composed herself. A trace of persistence flashed in her eyes as she stepped half a pace forward.
"Since Young Master Shen is unwilling to go to Sea God Island and instead intends to eradicate the pirates,