After leaving Heaven Dou City, the party raced south, avoiding towns and Spirit Hall checkpoints throughout the journey. Sword Douluo accompanied them unseen, guarding them every step of the way. Their passage was smooth, without another mishap.
The farther south they traveled, the warmer and more humid the climate became. Moisture thickened in the air, and the vegetation grew increasingly lush. The plants lining the road gradually gave way to tropical greenery, with the scents of flowers and fruit drifting everywhere. It was utterly unlike the bitter cold of the Far North Ice Plains, as though they had entered another world.
During breaks in their journey, Lin Chen kept familiarizing himself with the circulation of Soul Power at the Soul King realm and repeatedly practiced his fifth Soul Skill. At the same time, he worked through ways to wield his emperor grass martial soul underwater. The power of life origin could draw on water to flourish. Even in the deep sea, he could condense vines and activate his domain without being overly suppressed by the aquatic environment. These deductions gave him greater confidence in their journey to the South Sea.
Su Qingyuan honed her Soft Bone Movement Technique along the way, adapting to the techniques of exerting force underwater. Yue Huaxi also continued refining the enhancement rhythm of her Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, adjusting it in advance for underwater combat. Each of the three attended to their own role, making thorough preparations for the deep-sea adventure ahead.
Sword Douluo occasionally guided Lin Chen in the use of his Soul Skills and taught him techniques for facing enemies in actual combat. The instruction of this top-tier offensive Titled Douluo benefited Lin Chen immensely. His control over Soul Power and his grasp of combat timing grew increasingly precise, and his fighting