Above the Sea God Hall, a deep-blue figure appeared as though she had teleported! High Priestess Bo Saixi hovered in the air, her sea-blue hair stirring gently in the wind as her imposing gaze swept over the crowd.
Bo Saixi's voice was quiet, yet it reached every ear clearly. "The Sea God has bestowed his favor! The top-tier seven trials have appeared!"
Her gaze settled on Ning Rongrong, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ye Lingling, a flicker of surprise crossing her fathomless eyes. "You three, please step forward." Her tone had grown noticeably gentler.
The three exchanged glances and stepped to the front as instructed. Bo Saixi's gaze lingered on them for a moment, as though confirming something, before she announced in a ringing voice that resounded throughout the Sacred Pillar Plaza, "These three have received the top-tier seven trials and are candidates to inherit the position of Sea God Island's future High Priestess!"
Her gaze swept over the other trial participants, including Tang San and his two companions, and her tone returned to its impartial authority. "Under Sea God Island's rules, top-tier trial participants shall receive the highest standard of resources, private quarters for secluded cultivation, and the right to consult the island's classics and secret records at any time."
Bo Saixi paused briefly, her piercing gaze growing still more oppressive. "Furthermore, I hereby reiterate! From this day forward, Sea God Island enters the divine trial period!" Her voice carried the pressure of divine power. "During the trials, no one may attack any trial participant on the island without permission! Any violation shall be considered a desecration of the Sea God's majesty!"
Her gaze swept over the crowd like a tangible force, seemingly lingering a moment longer on Tang San's position at the end. "Anyone who disobeys shall be expelled from