Above the Vast Sea, before Great Radiance Mountain.
Precious talismans fell like rain. Bright yellow radiance suppressed an entire stretch of sea, stilling every raging wave. The streams of light formed from star sand overhead began moving once more, while the Great Void congealed, locking down the area.
Lingji held the Yueyang Bronze Mirror, casting countless rays of yellow-black inert light. Wherever that magical light touched the vast waters, a shell of bright yellow jade formed over them.
This accomplished Gen Earth cultivator was using a wondrous art to turn sea into land, changing the terrain in his favor.
"Since dragons and serpents have departed, why return? Heavenly Mist stole from Great Azure; each age brings a new master."
Lingji's voice rang across the sea like bells and chimes. Reinforced by a secret art, it subtly impeded Heaven Pool's blessing upon the mist dragon.
These words were not merely a challenge to Xu Xuan. He was questioning the sea through his divine ability, invoking Gen Earth's secret power to command mountains.
"The Vast Sea calls to me, and all waters honor me. How am I not the master of Heaven Pool?"
Xu Xuan shouted, and banks of ink-black clouds instantly rose overhead. He pointed Lightning Flash upward, and thunderbolts like dragons and serpents burst from the clouds, tearing through the yellow-black inert light pouring down like a torrential storm.
The waters below began surging again, and waves of draconic roars rose from the dark seabed.
Mist Marsh dragonkin naturally received a blessing when standing within lakes and seas. Those who cultivated Ren Water enjoyed even more wondrous effects. Although he now cultivated Shock Thunder, Heaven Pool's blessing still substantially strengthened his blood, qi, magical power, and more.
"I will not debate these clever barbs with you. Blessed lands belong to