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Jixiang's tone was calm, but the complex emotions hidden beneath that calmness were clearly discernible.

"Only..."

Jixiang paused for a moment, a hint of indescribable bitterness flashing in his eyes.

"But they don't understand why I, a child from Sea God Island, would have... zero innate Soul Power."

"Innate zero Soul Power?"

Everyone was stunned. In the world of Soul Master, this was practically a death sentence, meaning they could never cultivate again.

"Um."

Jixiang's voice grew even lower.

"On Sea God Island, Soul Power is the foundation of survival and the cornerstone of faith."

"According to the island's rules, every child who reaches the age of eighteen must undergo a test by the Lord Sea God. Only by passing the test and proving their devotion and worth to the Lord Sea God can they stay and become one of those Lord Sea God, thus gaining the right to continue living and cultivating on the island."

His words clearly outlined the strict hierarchy and selection system of Sea God Island.

"And I..."

A faint, bitter smile appeared on Jixiang's lips.

"Being born with zero Soul Power means I can't even pass the most basic test. I have no chance of passing the test, and I don't even have the right to try."

"Staying on the island would only make him a useless burden, an outsider in the faith."

He paused, as if trying to calm the distant yet still vivid sense of loss.

"So, when I was ten years old, my parents... sent me away. They sent me to Commander Zi Zhenzhu and asked her to take care of me."

"Because... they know that although Captain Zi Zhenzhu acts... unconventionally, she is not truly a heinous person at heart, and at least she can give me a way out."

He glanced in the direction Zi Zhenzhu had gone, his expression complex.

"Because I couldn't cultivate Martial Soul, I grew up on the island and learned to identify herbs and treat wounds from the uncles and aunts there. I learned some rudimentary medical skills."

"After arriving here, I managed to become the only full-time doctor on the island, thanks to my skills."

Jixiang's voice returned to its calm tone, as if she were telling someone else's story.

"My cousin was also sent out. His situation... was similar to mine, except his Soul Power was slightly stronger, but still far from enough to pass the adulthood test."

Lin Xia listened attentively, her heart filled with turbulent emotions.

He understood the source of Jixiang's calmness beyond her years—it was the resilience honed by the cruel reality of being an exile, and the indifference to her fate that she had long since accepted.

Sea God Island is far from a paradise; it has its own strict, even cruel, rules. He nodded and said in a deep voice:

"In any case, this is extremely important information for us to understand Sea God Island. Thank you for telling us this, Jixiang."

Having experienced the terrifying maw of the Abyss -Deep Sea Demon Whale, Lin Xia and the others developed a deep-seated fear of the vast, boundless, and perilous ocean.

Sea God Island, as the most mysterious, sacred, and dangerous core of sea legends, adds to the pressure on everyone with its formidable reputation.

To obtain firsthand inside information from a former islander at this moment is undoubtedly a beacon of light in the darkness and a life-saving rain in a desperate situation.

This allows them to make more thorough psychological and tactical preparations before actually landing on that mysterious island, avoiding unnecessary risks and greatly increasing their chances of survival and success.

At this moment, everyone's eyes were focused on Jixiang, filled with unprecedented enthusiasm and concentration.

Hu Liena even forgot the Astonish she had just experienced, her eyes sparkling.

Despite his pain, Xie Yue tried to stand up straighter; Yan also suppressed his usual impatience and held his breath.

Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling were completely focused.

Sensing the silent yet intense thirst for knowledge among the crowd, before Lin Xia could ask again, Jixiang took the initiative to continue speaking. His voice remained steady, yet it carried a profound understanding of his homeland.

"Ladies and gentlemen, Sea God Island... is an extremely special place. It is isolated from the world, self-contained, with strict rules, and completely different from the outside world."

He paused, seemingly organizing his thoughts on how to clearly present the true nature of that sacred island to these newcomers who were about to set foot on its land.

"First, there is the test. This is the core of Sea God Island's existence."

The Jixiang tone carried a sense of solemnity.

"All outsiders who wish to remain on the island, or who wish to gain the recognition of Sea God Island, must undergo the Lord Sea God's test."

"The trials are presided over by the Sacred Pillar Guardian on the island. The specific format varies depending on the age and strength of the person being tested, but without exception, they are all extremely difficult, and even... fraught with danger."

His gaze swept over the crowd.

"Failure to pass the test will result in either expulsion, forever forbidden from approaching the waters of Sea God Island; or... immediate demise during the test, becoming a sacrifice to the Sea God. There is no mercy on the island, only absolute loyalty to the Sea God and absolute recognition of one's strength."

Although Lin Xia was familiar with the original work, too much time had passed, and she had forgotten most of the details.

But accounts from those who experienced it firsthand carry even more weight.

"The purpose of our journey is precisely to undergo this trial. On land, our Soul Power might be acceptable among our peers, but at our current level, conventional cultivation is no longer very effective for rapid breakthroughs. Our encounter with the Deep Sea Demon Whale has made us realize our own insignificance."

"Therefore, we came to Sea God Island to seek even harsher challenges, to push our limits on the edge of life and death, and to surpass ourselves. This is the path we have chosen."

Lin Xia's voice was firm, filled with unwavering determination, and expressed the shared sentiments of the team.

Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and the others all nodded solemnly, their eyes burning with a desire to become stronger.

Jixiang looked at the unwavering will in Lin Xia's eyes and felt a slight tremor in her heart.

He paused for a moment, seemingly weighing the weight of certain information, before continuing:

"Then you need to know more."

"Reaching the island and the surrounding waters, Sea God Island is not easily accessible. It is surrounded by a dangerous area known as the 'Demonic Whale Sea Area,' but even more terrifying is the natural Barrier protecting Sea God Island — the Demon Soul Great White Shark clan."

The Jixiang tone carried a clear sense of apprehension.

"Led by a 100,000-year-old Demon Soul Great White Shark King, they are the most loyal guardian sea Sea Soul Beast of the Lord Sea God. Any ship or creature that attempts to approach Sea God Island without permission will be met with their merciless and deadly attacks."

"The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King is the overlord of the deep sea, while the Demon Soul Great White Shark King is the uncrowned king of the near seas, especially around Sea God Island, where their combat power is greatly enhanced. You..."

He looked at Lin Xia.

"Although you have experienced the Deep Sea Demon Whale, facing a group of Demon Soul Great White Shark fighting on their home turf, especially that 100,000-year-old Shark King, is still extremely dangerous. Sheer Force way through is almost impossible."

This news sent a chill down everyone's spine.

Ten-thousand-year-old Sea Soul Beast! And they're in droves!