"I will try my best."
Zhu Zhuqing was still very confident, especially with Ning Rongrong's Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
It's a pity we can't win the championship, but there's still Young Master Gu's team.
Young Master Gu is too formidable.
She's not the only one who can compare to you.
Even if I don't win the championship, I'll still be happy with the runner-up position. Just reaching the finals is enough to make history.
Where is Young Master Gu now?
Tang San's situation is too strange; we should talk to Young Master Gu about it.
However, let's wait until later. After the semi-finals, I will be able to inherit the throne of the empire.
Although my sister treated me well, there can only be one throne.
Dai Mubai and Dai Weisi, humph, you just wait and see.
This victory belongs to the Zhu Family.
On the other side, the group had already arrived at the shore.
When Ah Yin saw the sea, she was filled with longing for it. She immediately took off her shoes and ran towards the sea, stepping barefoot into the shallows.
The cool seawater washed over her ankles, and the salty sea breeze brushed against her cheeks. She couldn't help but smile, her eyes crinkling into a pure, innocent smile.
She had only ever seen streams and lakes, never such a vast ocean.
Waves surged in, gently lapping against her calves, so comforting that she squinted her eyes.
Wow! The seawater is so cold!
Ice Empress's eyes lit up, and he took off his shoes and ran over as well.
She stepped into the seawater and deliberately stomped her feet hard, splashing water that wet Ah Yin's skirt.
Ah Yin laughed and dodged, then reached out and splashed water all over Ice Empress.
Snow Empress stood on the shore, watching the two playfully bickering, a slight smile playing on her lips.
Ice Empress turned around and waved to her:
" Xue'er, come quick! It's so much fun!"
Snow Empress hesitated for a moment, but ultimately went over.
The icy seawater washed over her feet, and the chill around her involuntarily dissipated, instantly freezing the seawater beneath her feet.
"Hey! Xue'er, don't freeze the water!" Ice Empress complained.
The Snow Empress chuckled softly, dispelling the chill.
Three figures chased and frolicked on the shallows.
Bo Saixi stood on a distant rock, watching them with gentle eyes.
She had seen the sea countless times and was used to the ebb and flow of the tides. Playing barefoot in the water like this was a long time ago.
She shook her head, ultimately not going over.
Gu Wuchen walked to her side and followed her gaze.
"It's a rare chance to relax, why don't we hang out together?"
"No," Bo Saixi said calmly, "I'm way past the age of playing around."
She turned to look at Gu Wuchen: "When are we leaving for Sea God Island?"
"No rush." Gu Wuchen crossed his arms and looked at the distant sea. " The Sea God Second Trial is to Break Through the Ring Blockade. It's not too difficult. Let's rest here for two days and let everyone adapt to the sea environment. It's not too late to set off after we've had enough rest."
Bo Saixi nodded, offering no objection.
She knew that Gu Wuchen was always sensible, so if he said there was no rush, then there must be no problem.
As the sun sets, its golden rays spill onto the sea, creating a shimmering spectacle.
After playing for a while, Ah Yin and the other two got tired and sat down to rest on the beach.
Ice Empress leaned against Snow Empress, playing with the seashells they had picked up, chattering away.
Gu Wuchen watched this scene, a faint smile appearing on his lips.
Such peaceful times are rare indeed.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye, Bo Saixi immediately released a signal to summon the Demon Soul Great White Shark clan.
Bo Saixi raised her hand, and a pale golden light shot into the sea.
The light spread underwater, forming ripples that extended into the deep sea.
Not long after, the sea in the distance suddenly began to churn violently.
Dozens of enormous Demon Soul Great White Shark broke out of the water, their silvery-white bodies shimmering in the sunlight.
The lead Da Bai was the most agile, and it was none other than Xiao Bai, the patriarch of the Demon Soul Great White Shark Clan.
Xiao Bai flicked its tail and transformed into a girl dressed in a white outfit, landing on the back of the foremost Da Bai.
Upon seeing Bo Saixi and Gu Wuchen, her eyes lit up, and she waved excitedly:
" Young Master Gu, High Priest, you're finally back!"
Her gaze swept over Ice Empress, Snow Empress, and Ah Yin, a look of curiosity on her face:
"And who are these three? I sense a strong aura of Soul Beast emanating from them?"
Gu Wuchen said calmly:
"These are Sister Bing and Sister Xue, whose true forms are the Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion and the Heavenly Snow Woman from the Far North. This is Ah Yin, whose true form is the Hundred-Thousand-Year Blue Silver Emperor."
Xiao Bai's eyes widened instantly, his face filled with shock.
There were three Soul Beast, and apart from Ah Yin, their cultivation levels were all significantly higher than his.
Ice Empress waved their hand, not paying much attention.
Snow Empress nodded slightly, while Ah Yin smiled at her.
Bo Saixi began:
" Xiao Bai, the main reason we came back this time is to help Gu Wuchen complete the Sea God Second Trial. You will take us to Sea God Island."
"No problem!" Xiao Bai immediately patted his chest and agreed. "High Priest, don't worry, I've got it covered. Everyone, come on up quickly, I'll take you on the fastest route to avoid those troublesome Sea Soul Beast."
Gu Wuchen and the others leaped and landed on the broad back of the Demon Soul Great White Shark.
At Xiao Bai Bai's command, dozens of Demon Soul Great White Shark simultaneously swung their tails, breaking through the waves and carrying everyone towards Sea God Island.
The group of Demon Soul Great White Shark broke through the waves and slowly came to rest on the beach of Sea God Island.
The seven Sacred Pillar Guardian of the Sea God Island, along with their disciples, were already waiting on the shore. Upon seeing Bo Saixi, they all simultaneously knelt on one knee and bowed loudly in respect.
"Welcome back, High Priest!"
Bo Saixi nodded slightly and led Gu Wuchen and the others ashore.
She had been away from Sea God Island for a long time, and nothing on the island had changed. The Sacred Pillar still stood, and the sea breeze carried the familiar salty smell.
Xiao Bai jumped ashore and said to Bo Saixi:
"High Priest, I'll take my people back to the Ring Sea first, and be ready to begin the assessment at any time."
"Go."
Bo Saixi nodded.
Xiao Bai turned and leaped into the sea, its silvery-white figure quickly disappearing into the depths of the Ring Sea.
Bo Saixi led Gu Wuchen to the foot of Sea God Mountain and looked up at the towering peak that reached into the clouds.
" The Sea God Second Trial will take place in the Ring Sea."
She raised her hand and waved it, and a golden light shot into the Sea God Pillar.
The Sea God Pillar instantly lit up, and golden text slowly appeared:
Second Trial: Break Through the Ring Blockade
Assessment requirements: Traverse the Ring Sea guarded by Xiao Bai, the 100,000-year-old Demon Soul Great White Shark King, without harming Sea Soul Beast.
Assessment Rewards: Sea God Affinity increases by 5%; teamwork is enhanced as the assessor is solo; movement speed in seawater is greatly increased.
Gu Wuchen looked at the assessment materials, a slight smile playing on his lips.
Not harming the Sea Soul Beast was not a difficult task for him.
"Are you ready?" Bo Saixi asked.
"Ready?" Gu Wuchen nodded, took off his outer robe, revealing the close-fitting clothes underneath.
Ice Empress and Snow Empress stood on the shore. Ice Empress waved and said, " Chen'er, good luck! If you can't beat them, call us, and we'll help you freeze the entire Ring Sea!"