Now that the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King had become a god, Sea God Island would inevitably be his target if he decided to settle old scores.
And Ariel was still undergoing the Sea God's Nine Trials. She had yet to complete all the trials or obtain the full Divine Seat.
If the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King attacked at this juncture...
Sea Witch Douluo took half a step forward, her voice steadier than before. "High Priestess, has Lord Sea God given any instructions?"
Bo Saixi slowly shook her head. The movement was slight, yet carried the certainty of a heavy anchor settling into place. "Lord Sea God has yet to issue a decree."
Those words fell over the square, weighing down an atmosphere that was already taut.
Several Sacred Pillar Guardians exchanged glances. Some frowned faintly, while others lowered their eyes, as though using that moment of silence to sort through the information they had just received.
When Seahorse Douluo spoke, his voice was quieter than before. "Then we..."
He did not finish, but everyone knew what he wanted to ask.
"We adapt as circumstances demand." Bo Saixi's voice was steady, without a trace of hesitation or uncertainty.
"Lord Sea God has his own considerations. We need only do what we must, hold Sea God Island, ensure the inheritance remains undisturbed, and make sound judgments when necessary."
She said nothing more. Her gaze slowly swept across the seven guardians' faces, seeking their acknowledgment. "You may all leave. Once you return, strengthen patrols and vigilance in your respective areas. Do not let your guard down."
The seven guardians answered in unison, then turned and departed in their respective directions.
The footsteps on the stone stairs thinned and gradually receded, until only the persistent murmur of the sea breeze passing between