The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud Acknowledges Its Master

"Vast Sea City?"

"Xu Yuan, we're not really going to go out to sea, are we?"

The enormous city was built on a mountain by the sea, and its thick walls were strong enough to withstand the ebb and flow of the tides.

After passing through the routine checkpoint at the City Gate, Xiao Wu and Xu Yuan entered Vast Sea City.

The residents of the city were generally short in stature, and their skin had become quite dark due to long-term exposure to wind and sun.

"Of course we're going out to sea, otherwise what are we doing in Vast Sea City?"

"I'll rest in Vast Sea City tonight. I need to buy nautical charts and supplies for a long sea voyage."

Xu Yuan looked around, intending to find a hotel to stay in first.

"Alright."

Although she didn't know why Xu Yuan wanted to go to sea, Xiao Wu looked around, adhering to the principle that since she was already there.

"Xu Yuan! Look over there."

Xiao Wu suddenly tugged at Xu Yuan's sleeve and gestured for him to look towards a clinic in the west of the city.

The clinic was filled with groans and cries of pain, and the floor was littered with wounded people, their bodies emitting a faint, burnt aroma.

"How did your voyage end up in this state?"

The doctor in the clinic couldn't help but frown upon seeing this.

"Don't even mention it, we got caught in a storm and completely lost our way."

"We passed a small island along the way, and suddenly there was lightning and thunder. Even from that distance, a pillar of lightning struck us, and we were almost wiped out!"

Lying in the clinic, the Sea Soul Master, his body charred black, endured the excruciating pain and spoke.

"Are you talking about Lightning-Attracting Island?"

"That sea area is prone to sudden thunderstorms; you guys are incredibly lucky to have escaped."

The doctor has been staying in Vast Sea City for most of the year, and while he can't say he knows everything about the sea area, he does know quite a bit.

"Luckily, I bought an ancient Soul Tool before setting sail, which barely managed to keep us afloat and bring us back."

Upon hearing this, the Sea Soul Master felt a surge of relief.

He couldn't help but continue, "I'd heard of that Lightning-Attracting Island before, but I never imagined it was this powerful."

What exactly is the origin of that island?

The healer used his healing Soul Skill and said, "Who knows?"

Some say it's the territory of a powerful Sea Soul Beast, while others say it's simply due to the weather.

"Three years ago, a Soul Saint- level expert ventured deep into Lightning-Attracting Island, and he has not appeared since."

"I suggest you try to avoid that area of water in the future."

Hearing the doctor's advice, the Sea Soul Master smiled wryly and said, "I don't need your advice. How can I go to sea looking like this?"

"If I hadn't lost my way in the storm, I'd be crazy to run towards Lightning-Attracting Island."

"I've made quite a bit of money from going to sea over the years, so I'm planning to do business inland."

"It's just a pity..."

A hint of regret appeared on the Sea Soul Master's face.

"What's a pity?" the doctor asked, puzzled.

"I heard there's a female pirate who's really making waves lately. Not only is she incredibly beautiful, but her figure is also... Ouch... Be gentle!"

The doctor applied slight pressure with his hands as he bandaged the wound, causing the Sea Soul Master to scream in pain.

"You're practically wrapped up like a dumpling, and you're still thinking about these things?"

"It seems the injuries on Lightning-Attracting Island have even affected their brains!"

The doctor's joking remark immediately drew laughter from everyone present.

"I'm serious, what's it called again, Zi Zhenzhu?"

The Sea Soul Master rolled his eyes, completely immobilized.

"It was just a fleeting moment."

"The most powerful pirate in the Western Sea is a Six-Ring Soul Emperor!"

"Although the opponent is old, his tiger-like might still remain!"

"How old is that Zi Zhenzhu? At only twenty-two, she dares to provoke a Six-Ring Soul Emperor."

"Truly, a newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger!"

The doctor shook his head, clearly having heard of the other person as well.

Have you heard her story?

"I've heard of her; she's a twenty-two-year-old Soul Ancestor, and her Martial Soul Sea Viper's Venom is so potent that many are helpless against it."

"Young man, listen to my advice: you can't hold onto a woman like this!"

The doctor tried his best to persuade him, but the Sea Soul Master didn't take it seriously.

After all, he was about to leave Vast Sea City.

"But it's a rare occurrence throughout history for Soul Ancestor to escape from the Soul Emperor."

"A rare thing? It's just that you're too ignorant. Once you've spent more time in the clinic, you won't find it strange anymore."

The doctor stroked his gray beard and happened to glance at Xu Yuan and Xiao Wu standing outside the door.

"Two children, are you here for medical treatment?"

The doctor asked kindly.

"Uncle, where is this Lightning-Attracting Island you mentioned?"

"It's on any nautical chart, why are you asking about this?"

The Sea Soul Master, lying in the clinic, answered subconsciously, but then realized something was wrong and asked another question.

"Let's ask, just in case we run into the same thing."

Xu Yuan nodded in acknowledgment, then pulled Xiao Wu away from the clinic.

"Xu Yuan, are we going to Lightning-Attracting Island?"

"First go to the Demon Whale Sea, then head to Lightning-Attracting Island."

Xu Yuan pondered for a moment and felt that the defense of the Submerged Dragon Boat was not very secure, so he still needed to refine the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.

The two then checked into the most luxurious hotel in Vast Sea City.

The entire hotel is built on the mountaintop of Vast Sea City, with deep-sea bluestone as its foundation, white jade as its walls, and adorned with pearl shell decorations.

The top-floor ocean-view suite features an entire wall of transparent glass facing the sea, offering a panoramic view of the distant azure ocean.

When Xu Yuan and Xiao Wu entered the room, it was sunset. The golden-red sunset glow filled the sea, and even the furnishings in the room were bathed in a warm, cozy gold.

Standing before the transparent glass wall, gazing at the breathtaking sea view, Xiao Wu's heart was deeply moved.

"Xu Yuan, if neither of us becomes a god in the future, let's live here!"

Xiao Wu's eyes sparkled as she grabbed Xu Yuan's arm and said...

Xu Yuan's lips twitched slightly. "Xiao Wu, can you please stop saying such discouraging things?"

"I meant just in case!" Xiao Wu said, dissatisfied.

Ever since discovering that Ye Lingling and Xu Yuan might possess Martial Soul Fusion Skill, she suddenly felt a sense of crisis.

Xiao Wu turned and pounced onto the quilt, which was made of several layers of animal wool. It was soft but did not collapse, like lying in a cloud.

Humans really know how to enjoy life!

Xiao Wu's fingers traced the silver-threaded brocade bed sheet, feeling its cool and delicate touch. Turning her head, she could see the boundless sea.

The golden glow of the setting sun was breathtaking and captivating.

After struggling for a long time, Xiao Wu managed to turn the tables.

He lay back in a wide-open, carefree position, then squinted his little rabbit eyes, patted his belly, and said:

"Xu Yuan! Don't just stand there, hurry up and get on top to help Sister Xiao Wu cultivate."

"It's always been Sister Xiao Wu who takes the initiative before, now it's your turn to move!"

Xu Yuan was quite moved upon hearing this. He had long wanted to suppress Xiao Wu to avenge the loss of the Dorm Seven Primordial Powers from back then.

"Never mind, it's fine as long as Sister Xiao Wu takes the initiative."

Xiao Wu seemed to sense Xu Yuan's desire for revenge and quickly spoke up.

Xu Yuan felt a little regretful, then sat down on the bedding and took out the Heaven Dou Empire's supreme treasure Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.

The blue triangular crystal floated quietly in the palm of my hand, its warm blue light flowing gently like ripples on water.

"This is the Heaven Dou Empire's most precious treasure?"

Xiao Wu opened her eyes a crack and asked in confusion.

"Xiao Wu, I've seen something in an Ancient Books that says some top-tier ancient Soul Tools can be bound to a master through blood!"

Xu Yuan was talking nonsense with a straight face.

Xiao Wu looked at Xu Yuan with suspicion, but she was already used to Xu Yuan always being able to come up with novel knowledge related to Ancient Books.

"Well?"

"Since we're on our way to find the Seventh Soul Ring, wouldn't we also be able to visit the Sea God Island mentioned in Ancient Books?"

Xiao Wu suddenly remembered that Xu Yuan had mentioned that Sea God Island was one of the few places where divine inheritance might be possible.

"Sea God Island is located in the sea west of the continent, but its exact location is not recorded; we need to find it."

Xiao Wu exclaimed excitedly, "If we can find Sea God Island, wouldn't you have a chance to become a god?"

"Perhaps."

Xu Yuan smiled. Although the Sea God was very generous, he would still like to try to create his Self-Created Godhood if possible.

Having said that, Xu Yuan held his breath, pricked his finger, and condensed a drop of essence blood at his fingertip, which landed on the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.

Almost the instant the blood touched the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, a strange suction force suddenly pulled Xu Yuan's fingers in.

Fresh blood was continuously poured into it, and the warm blue aura gradually transformed into an eerie blood red.

Xu Yuan!

Xiao Wu rushed over, trying to help Xu Yuan move his fingers away.

However, Xu Yuan raised his hand to stop her, signaling her to continue watching.

The next moment, Vastness and boundless spiritual wave surged out like a tsunami, pressing down overwhelmingly.

"Third Soul Skill: Spiritual Protection!"

Two beams of rose-gold light suddenly appeared, landing on Xu Yuan and Xiao Wu respectively.

No matter how powerful the Vastness spiritual fluctuations were, they could not shake the spirits of the two people in the slightest.

"Huh?"

"Interesting, this is really interesting!"

"Not only does he possess a physique capable of withstanding the Vast Sea Power, but even his Soul Ring Configuration is so extraordinary."

The calm, aged voice held a hint of indescribable excitement.

He had been waiting for this day for who knows how long, and finally he met this one-in-a-million Soul Master genius!

"But I'd better take a nap."

The Sea God's Divine Sense suddenly surged within the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, Fate's Blessing ultimately could not withstand the divine spiritual power.

Xu Yuan and Xiao Wu's consciousness began to blur instantly.

"Boy, I am the Sea God! Come to Sea God Island immediately, for an immense opportunity awaits!"

The Sea God's Divine Sense directly drew a sea chart on the spot and sent it to Xu Yuan's mind. After leaving a satisfied message, he hurriedly left.