Having stayed in the Martial Soul Hall for too long, I had nothing to do and wanted to come see you!

On the pristine white sands of Sea God Island, two figures emerged quietly from the sea, accompanied by the splashing of water.

Bo Saixi and Li Qing leaped lightly from the back of Xiao Bai.

The massive Demon Soul Great White Shark King let out a low, humming sound, akin to a farewell, before submerging into the water and slipping away in silence.

Hardly had she stepped onto the dry sand, before she could even brush the water droplets from the hem of her dress, a burly figure appeared a short distance away as if by teleportation.

The newcomer was none other than Sea Dragon Douluo.

His expression was grave, his brows tightly furrowed. He first bowed respectfully to Bo Saixi, then his gaze swept rapidly over Li Qing nearby. His lips twitched as if he wanted to say something, but he forcibly held back, instead looking at Bo Saixi with an urgent, piercing stare, his eyes conveying the clear implication that "this matter is of grave importance and requires a private report."

Bo Saixi frowned slightly, her heart stirred.

Though she was pure of heart and, having spent years guarding Sea God Island, had little experience with the ways of the world, she was by no means dull.

On the contrary, one who could cultivate to the level of a Peerless Douluo possessed top-tier intelligence and insight.

For Sea Dragon Douluo to act in such a way, something of extreme importance that could not be discussed in front of others must have occurred.

"Sea Dragon, what is the matter?" Bo Saixi's voice remained calm, yet her tone carried a note of inquiry.

Sea Dragon Douluo did not answer immediately, instead casting another earnest look toward Li Qing; his meaning could not have been clearer.

Bo Saixi understood instantly.

She turned her head toward Li Qing, who was curiously observing Sea Dragon Douluo, and offered a gentle smile. Her voice was soft as she said, "Xiao Qing, go back to the Sea God Hall first to consolidate the two soul rings you just absorbed and stabilize your cultivation. Big Sister has some matters to attend to, and I will come find you later, alright?"

Li Qing blinked, looking from the stern-faced Sea Dragon Douluo to the smiling Bo Saixi, and nodded obediently.

He did not think much of it; after all, having just acquired two thousand-year soul rings, his internal Soul Power did indeed need time to be settled and refined. Moreover, Bo Saixi was the High Priestess, and it was only natural she would have important affairs to manage.

"Oh, alright, Big Sister. Then I'll head back first." Li Qing replied, nodded politely at Sea Dragon Douluo, then turned and walked with a light, brisk step along the familiar path toward the Sea God Hall.

Only when Li Qing's back disappeared around the bend of the path did Sea Dragon Douluo seem to heave a sigh of relief. He immediately stepped forward, lowered his voice, and reported with a serious tone, "High Priestess, Qian Daoliu is here."

"Qian Daoliu?"

Bo Saixi's beautiful eyes sharpened, a flash of surprise crossing them, but she quickly returned to her usual composure and asked, "What is he doing here?"

"He says he has come to seek you out," Sea Dragon Douluo replied truthfully, his tone carrying a hint of barely concealed tension and distaste for Qian Daoliu.

He still remembered the events of decades ago when the Martial Soul Hall invaded Sea God Island, and he held no fondness for anyone from the Martial Soul Hall—especially Qian Daoliu, who was a Peerless Douluo with a history with Bo Saixi.

"Seeking me out?"

Bo Saixi repeated the words softly, then the corner of her lips curled into a faint, slightly mocking arc.

She turned her gaze toward Sea Dragon Douluo and countered, "Sea Dragon, do you truly believe he came all this way just to find me?"

Sea Dragon Douluo was taken aback, confused: "High Priestess, what do you mean? He said so himself..." If not to find the High Priestess, why would a powerhouse like Qian Daoliu come to Sea God Island, a place Martial Soul Hall considered "hostile"? Did he intend to start a war?

Bo Saixi shook her head gently, analyzing the situation with a calm tone: "If he truly intended to reminisce or discuss other important matters, why now? Why not earlier or later, but precisely shortly after the Sea God Inheritor awakened and the divine light descended? Is there truly such a coincidence in this world?"

Hearing this, Sea Dragon Douluo's brows furrowed even deeper. He was no fool, but his concern had clouded his judgment, and combined with his inherent hostility toward Qian Daoliu, he had not thought it through.

Now, prompted by Bo Saixi, he sensed something suspicious: "Does the High Priestess mean..."

"The one he truly wishes to see is likely not this old acquaintance."

Bo Saixi cast her gaze toward the direction of the Sea God Hall, her tone firm as she said softly, "But rather that child who has just received the Sea God's favor."

Sea Dragon Douluo's expression changed as he realized the truth, whispering, "He... he came for the child of God? How did he find out?"

Bo Saixi did not answer directly, saying only with indifference, "The High Priest of the Angel God is always more sensitive to divine power fluctuations of the same level. Besides..."

She paused, leaving the rest unsaid.

Moreover, the commotion that day had been significant; the descent of the Sea God's Light had been felt across the entire island. With the Martial Soul Hall's extensive network of spies on the continent, it was entirely possible they had caught wind of the rumors.

"So that's it!"

Sea Dragon Douluo realized with a start, his vigilance toward Qian Daoliu deepening.

This man had come to spy on the Sea God Inheritor; his motives were surely far from simple.

"Then, High Priestess, how should we respond? Should we..."

"There is no need to be nervous."

Bo Saixi waved her hand, cutting him off: "Since he has come and stated he is here to see me, in both reason and etiquette, I should go meet him. Go and keep the others in check; do not let any trouble arise. Especially you, Sea Dragon—control your emotions and do not clash with him."

Though Sea Dragon Douluo was unwilling, he understood the gravity of the situation and could only cup his hands in assent.

Bo Saixi spoke no more. With a slight movement, her figure transformed into a faint blue stream of light, drifting toward the outer beach of Sea God Island.

Her spiritual power had already expanded, and almost the moment she left Sea Dragon Douluo's sight, she spotted the golden figure standing silently on a reef, hands behind his back, gazing at the sea.

Within a few breaths, Bo Saixi landed quietly on the sand, only a few paces from the figure.

Looking at that familiar back, her long blue hair and blue dress fluttering in the sea breeze, she spoke in a calm voice: "Qian Daoliu, it has been many years. How do you have the time to visit my Sea God Island?"

On the reef, the golden figure heard her voice and slowly turned around.

It was still that extraordinarily handsome face, seemingly forgotten by time. His long golden hair shimmered in the sunlight, and his brilliant golden eyes, deep as an ancient well, were currently fixed intently upon Bo Saixi.

Decades had passed, yet time seemed to have left no mark upon her. She was still as peerlessly elegant and ethereal as ever, the most dazzling color between the sea and sky.

Qian Daoliu's gaze flickered for a moment, as if he had returned to the days of their first meeting decades ago.

He quickly regained his composure, a gentle smile appearing on his face as he spoke in a low, melodious voice: "Staying in the Martial Soul Hall for too long became dull. I thought, since it has been many years, I would come to see you. The scenery of Sea God Island remains as it once was."