Sea of Northern Darkness, Profound Origin Water-Control Banner

Da Wa seized the opportunity, raised the Geng Metal Mountain-Splitting Axe high, and swung it at the ferocious beast's neck with all his strength.

The sharp axe blade sank deep into the ferocious beast's neck.

Just as the ferocious beast tried to struggle, Third Baby's spear stabbed forward again, piercing its other eye with precision.

"Roar!" The ferocious beast went completely mad, its entire body shaking violently as a towering wave of Killing Intent surged out from within it.

"Something is wrong with this Killing Intent! Everyone, retreat!"

Xiao Teng, who had been watching the battle, went pale and shouted anxiously.

The Calabash Kids also sensed the danger and retreated without hesitation.

Once all the Killing Intent had been released, the ferocious beast seemed to have exhausted every last trace of vitality. It crashed to the ground and breathed its last.

Great Dao Merit descended from the heavens, pouring into the bodies of the five Calabash Kids.

This time, there was more merit than before. This ferocious beast had been extremely powerful, so the merit they gained was greater as well.

After that thrilling battle, every one of the Calabash Kids looked utterly exhausted, having consumed a tremendous amount of power.

They found a safe place so they could calmly regulate their breathing and recover their strength.

The Calabash Kids continued northward, slaying many ferocious beasts along the way.

Although the northern lands appeared far more desolate than other regions, they actually held no shortage of treasures.

Within a mountain range, the Calabash Kids successfully found the Gold Spirit Pearl among the Five-Element Spirit Pearls.

Xiao Teng suggested giving the Gold Spirit Pearl to Third Baby.

Third Baby's power was naturally compatible with the Gold Spirit Pearl. He would certainly be able to wield its power properly and bring out its greatest effect.

The Calabash Kids traveled onward, and ten thousand years later, a vast, boundless sea suddenly opened up before them.

The sea wind howled into their faces, carrying a salty, briny scent.

"This is the North Sea." Da Wa sighed.

What the Calabash Kids saw was a part of the North Sea—the Sea of Northern Darkness.

Third Baby gazed at the vast ocean and asked, "Are we going in?"

The North Sea was territory ruled by the Dragon Clan. No one could foresee what unknown dangers lurked in its depths.

If they barged in rashly, they would very likely suffer an attack from the Dragon Clan.

Although the Calabash Kids were strong together, they were not invincible. There were many beings stronger than them, and the Dragon Clan was not only powerful but numerous. Once they provoked them, things would become very troublesome.

"Let's head in another direction and turn back," Da Wa said.

Thus, the Calabash Kids turned around, preparing to leave.

"Everyone, wait a moment!" Wu Wa suddenly said.

"What is it?" Da Wa asked with concern.

Wu Wa frowned tightly. "I can't explain it either. I just feel that something in the sea ahead is drawing me in."

Upon hearing this, everyone turned their gaze toward the boundless ocean.

Da Wa considered whether they should go take a look.

"Let's make the trip," Xiao Teng suddenly said.

"A treasure capable of drawing Wu Wa in is certainly no ordinary thing. If we can obtain it, it will be a good thing for us."

Since their father had said so, the Calabash Kids naturally had to go take a look.

Da Wa turned to Er Wa and instructed, "Er Wa, from here on, you must remain vigilant at all times and carefully observe our surroundings. The moment you detect any danger, notify us immediately."

Er Wa nodded solemnly. "Don't worry. I will give it my all."

The Calabash Kids swiftly adjusted their formation and flew together toward the sea.

Within the seawater, a living creature noticed their presence. It cautiously crept closer and secretly followed them.

After flying for several hundred years, they stopped above a stretch of sea.

"It's right below us."

"Under the sea? That will be rather troublesome."

Da Wa stared at the bottomless seawater, his brows tightly furrowed.

Among the seven brothers, only Wu Wa possessed a unique affinity and control over water. The others would all be greatly restricted while moving underwater.

"How about this? Fifth Brother and I will dive down to investigate. You three stay on the surface and provide support. Er Wa, if anything happens, communicate with us immediately."

Da Wa made his decision decisively.

"All right, Eldest Brother, Fifth Brother, you must be careful," the other Calabash Kids answered in unison.

Da Wa and Wu Wa plunged into the sea, swiftly diving downward.

At first, they could still see some living creatures, but as they continued descending, the light grew increasingly dim and the surrounding creatures gradually became fewer. In the end, nothing remained but endless darkness and silence.

The immense water pressure was like an invisible mountain, pressing heavily upon them. Da Wa could clearly feel his body growing heavier, every movement becoming exceedingly difficult.

Wu Wa, however, was like a fish returned to water, swimming freely through the sea.

He could clearly feel the currents gently flowing around his body, while that pull grew ever stronger, guiding him onward.

By the time they reached a depth of tens of thousands of meters, Da Wa was beginning to feel unwell.

"Eldest Brother, stop here. I'll go down by myself from here," Wu Wa said, deeply worried as he watched Da Wa struggle.

Although Da Wa was unwilling, he understood his own condition. After thinking for a moment, he nodded helplessly. "All right, Wu Wa. You must be especially careful. If you encounter danger, do not force yourself. Return at once."

"Don't worry, Eldest Brother. Here, I have enough confidence to handle anything. Even if all of you joined forces, you still would not be my match," Wu Wa said with a smile.

After bidding Da Wa farewell, Wu Wa alone accelerated his descent.

As the depth increased further, he discovered a massive, bottomless trench ahead.

The seawater surrounding the trench gave off a peculiar aura, utterly different from the seawater above.

The seawater was a deep, inky black. Wu Wa could sense that it contained immense pressure and corrosive properties.

"This is Heavy Water!"

Wu Wa was startled. He knew how formidable Heavy Water was.

In the Primordial World, both Heavy Water and Weak Water were extraordinarily special existences.

Weak Water bore no crossing; Heavy Water allowed no entry. Whoever tried to force their way into the waters would have to endure unimaginable pressure.

Even for Wu Wa, entering it would not be easy.

Yet that powerful pull was like an irresistible magic force, driving Wu Wa onward without pause.

He looked toward the center of the Heavy Water and vaguely saw a banner emitting a dark, ghostly glow, gently swaying.

"Could that be the Profound Origin Water-Control Banner?" Xiao Teng's voice sounded in Wu Wa's mind.

Through Wu Wa's eyes, Xiao Teng also saw that banner. He suspected that it was very likely the Profound Origin Water-Control Banner, one of the Innate Five-Direction Flags.

One had to know that the Profound Origin Water-Control Banner was a Supreme Primordial Spirit Treasure. So far, they had not obtained even one.

"Wu Wa, can you get that banner?" Xiao Teng asked.

"I can try," Wu Wa replied.

Though it was somewhat dangerous, if he could obtain a Supreme-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure, the risk was worth taking.

"You must be careful. If you truly cannot obtain it, give up. Never force yourself. Your safety is what matters most," Xiao Teng's warning echoed in his ears.

Wu Wa replied, "Don't worry, Father. I am confident that I can succeed."