The Prerequisite Is... You Have to Pay Enough!

"The island's structure: the core of Sea God Island is the Sea God Temple, located at the highest point of the island, and ruled by the High Priest. The High Priest is the most revered person on the island and the representative of the Lord Sea God's will."

When the high priest is mentioned, the Jixiang tone carries a deep sense of reverence.

"Below are the Seven Sacred Pillars, each guarded by a powerful Titled Douluo- level guardian. They are the Lord Sea God's direct warriors and are responsible for presiding over the Sea God's Trials. The Seven Sacred Pillars protect the Sea God Temple and also divide the main areas of the island."

"The islanders mainly live within the area protected by the Sacred Pillar, which is divided into the inner island and the outer island. The inner island is the core area, and only those who have passed the test and obtained the qualifications can enter. The outer island is where ordinary islanders and some outsiders who have not yet passed the test live."

"On the island, the worship of the Sea God is supreme. Any words or actions that disrespect the Sea God are capital offenses. The island has a strict hierarchy, and those who pass different levels of tests have vastly different statuses and enjoy vastly different resources."

"Private duels are strictly prohibited. All conflicts must be Judgment by the Sacred Pillar Guardian or the High Priest. Outsiders must strictly abide by the island rules, or the consequences will be extremely severe. Furthermore..."

Jixiang hesitated for a moment, then added.

"The island seems to be very sensitive to certain special scents or objects..."

"Finally, there's the xenophobia. Sea God Island is a world unto itself, naturally wary and hostile towards outside Soul Master. Historically, there have been Land Soul Master like us who have actively come to the island to seek trials, but very few have succeeded, and most of the failures have met tragic ends."

"Resources on the island are limited, competition is fierce, and it's not friendly to outsiders. Your status Land Soul Master will inherently bring additional challenges and scrutiny."

Jixiang spoke at length, clearly outlining the core information he knew about Sea God Island.

Every word felt like a heavy stone, weighing on everyone's hearts.

The cruelty of the trials, the dangers of circling the island, the rigid hierarchy, the coldness of the rules, and the inherent xenophobia...

The panorama of Sea God Island slowly unfolded before everyone, revealing the stark law of the jungle and the ironclad rules of faith beneath its Holy Halo.

The cabin was completely silent, save for the distant roar of the waves and the mournful sound of the sea breeze blowing through the holes.

Sunlight streamed through the huge hole, forming beams of light amidst the swirling dust, illuminating the solemn and resolute faces of the crowd.

Lin Xia's gaze was as deep as the sea.

The information provided by Jixiang was invaluable; it peeled away the veil of mystery Sea God Island, revealing its true nature, a mixture of ferocity and solemnity.

Danger?

He had anticipated this.

Difficult?

This is precisely the whetstone they are looking for.

He turned to look at his companions and saw fearlessness in Hu Liena's eyes, perseverance in Xie Yue's eyes, burning fighting spirit in Yan's eyes, and trust and determination in Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling's eyes.

"Understood."

Lin Xia's voice broke the silence, steady and powerful, like a rock.

"The road ahead is fraught with peril, but having come this far, there is no turning back. The Deep Sea Demon Whale failed to devour us, and we will overcome every trial on Sea God Island as well!"

He looked at Jixiang with sincere eyes.

"Brother Jixiang, thank you for clearing up my doubts. Lin Xia will remember this kindness."

He paused, glanced around at the "wedding room" he had wrecked, and at the pirates peering out with complex and respectful expressions, before continuing:

"Please continue to trouble you for a few more days. Once my companion's injuries have fully stabilized and his Soul Power has recovered, we will bid farewell to Captain Zi Zhenzhu and settle all debts. At that time, we will also need your help to show us the correct route to Sea God Island."

Jixiang looked at the unwavering will in Lin Xia's eyes, at this team that could still unleash terrifying power in desperate situations and whose eyes remained firm even after learning of great danger.

His dormant heart seemed to be slightly touched by the overwhelming, almost reckless, yet incredibly pure passion and courage that rushed towards him.

He nodded silently, which was taken as agreement.

Three days passed quickly amidst the salty sea breeze and intense rest on Purple Pearl Island.

Thanks to the miraculous Life Energy infusion from Lin Xia 'Venusaur and the precise follow-up treatment from Jixiang divine healer Ji Xiang, the horrific wound on Xie Yue's chest, which had been torn open by the Sawtooth Poison Eel and was so deep that the bone was visible, has healed to the point where only a pale pink new flesh remains, and the toxins inside have been completely removed.

The crisscrossing whip marks and bruises from the chains on Yan's body disappeared without a trace, and his burly body was once again filled with a sense of power.

The three girls, Hu Liena, Dugu Yan, and Ye Lingling, were in high spirits. The paleness they had felt from the past few days of shock had completely faded, and their eyes had regained their former liveliness and resilience.

The sea breeze became strong and pure, carrying the vastness unique to the open ocean.

Golden sunlight generously spilled onto the gently undulating sea, turning the deep blue silk into a patchwork of leaping, shimmering gold scales. A massive ship was Slash this vast expanse of golden waves, cutting through the sea at an astonishing speed.

This is the flagship of the Purple Pearl Pirate Crew, the Zi Zhenzhu that commands respect in the surrounding waters!

The ship was several times larger than an ordinary seagoing vessel, and its entire body was made of hard ironwood. The bow was carved with a huge, ferocious Purple Pearl Shell, its mouth slightly open, revealing fangs, exuding a fierce pirate aura.

Most striking are the three towering mainmasts standing in the center of the ship, with huge purple sails billowing in the strong sea wind, like three waving purple battle flags, fluttering in the wind.

On the sail, the iconic Purple Pearl Shell pattern was embroidered with silver thread, shimmering with a cold luster in the sunlight. This was the steed of the absolute ruler of this sea, the Zi Zhenzhu!

On the deck, Lin Xia and her group of six stood facing the wind. Having experienced the cataclysmic disaster of the Deep Sea Demon Whale, each of them had a completely different state of mind as they embarked on their journey to Sea God Island once again.

Fear still exists, but it has been replaced by a deeper kind of calm.

That encounter with the terrifying pressure of a million-year-old Soul Beast nearly tore them apart, but it also served as the most violent forging hammer, severely tempering their will and Soul Power.

Having survived the ordeal, the flow of his Soul Power seemed to carry a hint of refinement and resilience after experiencing extreme pressure, and his control over his own power had also subtly improved.

This may be the gift hidden in dire straits.

Zi Zhenzhu stood slightly in front of Lin Xia, hands on her hips. Her sleek purple outfit accentuated her hot figure, and the sea breeze made her long purple hair dance wildly in the wind.

She gazed at the boundless sea ahead, her tone carrying a pirate's characteristic boldness and undisguised calculation:

"This ship of mine is incredibly fast! At this speed, it'll take you right to the doorstep of Sea God Island in two days at most!"

She turned her head to the side, glanced at Lin Xia, and a sly smile appeared on her lips.

"Of course, the premise is... you have to pay enough money!"