Shi Hao Was About to Set Foot on Sea God Island, Break Through to the Venerable Realm, and Ignite the Divine Flame Realm (2)

The next morning, at dawn, Vast Sea City.

The pale white of dawn at the horizon gradually gave way to orange-red morning clouds. Sunlight scattered over the coastal city like golden flecks, bathing its ancient walls and tightly packed buildings in a gentle glow.

The sea breeze carried a damp, salty scent as it brushed lightly through the streets, bringing with it the clear cries of distant seagulls.

Though the streets were not yet as noisy as they would be during the day, early-rising fishermen and vendors had already begun their daily work.

The air was filled with the faint freshness of sea fish and the fragrance of unknown flowers, blending into a distinctive scent unique to the city.

Shi Hao, Huo Ling'er, and Qingyi had left the inconspicuous little inn where they had stayed the previous day early in the morning.

Shi Hao wore a moon-white fitted outfit, his tall figure straight as a spear. His black hair fell casually over his shoulders, while his deep, star-like eyes carried a lazy smile as he enjoyed the tranquility of the morning. His handsome features held a wild, unruly air, and the faint curve of his lips made it seem as though he saw through everything in the world yet still took pleasure in it.

He toyed with a grilled sea fish he had bought from a roadside stall. Its fragrance wafted through the air, steam rising from it, making passersby unable to resist stealing a few extra glances. A few bold seagulls even circled above them, seemingly hoping for a share.

Huo Ling'er wore a light red dress, its hem swaying gently with her steps like blooming peach blossoms. Her skin was so fair beneath the morning light that it seemed almost translucent. Her eyes shone like stars, her delicate