After landing, Qi Ling returned to human form, while Xiao Hei ran around him happily. Qi Ling played with it while waiting for Tang San and the others to return.
"Is this the little guy that's been preventing Tang San and the others from passing the test?" Just then, Bo Saixi suddenly appeared, looking at Xiao Hei beside Qi Ling, and said with considerable surprise, "The legendary Auspicious Beast Qilin, I didn't expect it to actually exist."
"Yes, this little guy is extraordinary. We can't judge its actions by common sense. Before, it sensed the presence of Xiao San and the others. Rather than a feeling, it was more like an intuition." Qi Ling stroked Xiao Hei's head, while Xiao Hei lay comfortably beside him.
"Intuition? Can something like that be considered an ability?" Bo Saixi asked in surprise.
"Others can't do it, of course, but it can," Qi Ling said with a smile. "That's why it's called Divine Beast."
"By the way, Xi Xi, I've helped Xiao San and the others, will that affect their assessment?" Qi Ling asked.
"Of course it will have an impact. You solved all their problems by yourself, so what kind of test is that?" Bo Saixi said irritably.
"Ah, haha, I can't just watch Xiao Bai's people suffer too many losses," Qi Ling laughed. "I'll make an exception for them. At worst, you can make their tests a little harder later on."
Bo Saixi said helplessly, "These things are not something I can decide, but rather the judgment of Lord Sea God. However, since this little guy has become a factor in this assessment, I don't think he will make things too difficult for Tang San and the others."
"However, Qi Ling, you must promise me that you won't intervene in the later tests. Otherwise, I'm worried it will affect Tang San's assessment results." Bo Saixi sighed helplessly. This man was terrifyingly powerful, but also terrifyingly willful. If Tang San encountered difficulties again, Bo Saixi worried that Qi Ling would still lend him a helping hand.
"Ah, no problem, don't worry, I won't help them anymore," Qi Ling said with a smile. "I believe they can pass the later tests on their own."
Not long after, Tang San and the others returned, and Xiao Bai carried Tang San on her back as he absorbed the Soul Ring of the Evil Orca King.
Meanwhile, after completing the Fourth Trial, everyone received their respective rewards, and the content of their Fifth Trial was also announced.
Similar to the previous trials, the Fifth Trial for everyone involved challenging and defeating several Titled Douluo on the island. Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, Oscar, Hu Liena each had to face and defeat one Titled Douluo.
As for Tang San, his task was to defeat all the guardians within thirty-six hours to complete the mission.
After learning about the content of the assessment, everyone's expressions were naturally quite interesting. After all, they were well aware of the power of Titled Douluo, and to win against such a being was as difficult as ascending to heaven.
Fortunately, this assessment did not restrict the participants from receiving assistance from Support System Soul Master. Therefore, with Ning Rongrong's assistance, the gap in Soul Power would not be so insurmountable for everyone.
Just then, after learning about the content of everyone's assessment, Bo Saixi pondered for a moment and then called Qi Ling aside alone.
" Qi Ling, you should know about Tang San and the others' assessment mission, right?" Bo Saixi said, "Only by challenging all the Sacred Pillar Guardian can they pass the test, but currently there are only six Sacred Pillar Guardian here. The most powerful one, Sea Dragon Douluo, is still nowhere to be seen."
"Huh? Really? So, does that mean Xiao San and the others only need to defeat six people to be considered to have succeeded in the challenge?" Qi Ling couldn't help but laugh.
But Bo Saixi shook her head and said, "It's not that simple. Lord Sea God already knows about the situation here. If things continue like this, Tang San will fail the Fifth Trial because he won't be able to complete it!"
"Huh? No way, it's your own people's problem, why are you blaming my brother? Be careful, or I'll beat up your so-called Sea God!" Qi Ling raised an eyebrow.
Bo Saixi snorted coldly and said, " Qi Ling, you know exactly whose problem it is. Although I don't know where Sea Dragon Douluo went, I suppose it's related to you, isn't it?"
"Uh... haha, haha, the wind is so strong I can't even open my eyes," Qi Ling said awkwardly. "In that case, the Sea God must have a remedy, right? Tell me, what are the conditions?"
"The conditions are simple, there are two options," Bo Saixi said. "The first is that Tang San must face the combined attack of six guardians and win! During this time, he cannot accept help from anyone else, including Support System Soul Master."
"Wow, that's too much! Six against one, and we're not even allowed to help?" Qi Ling frowned. "Isn't that a bit too harsh? Xiao San has indeed grown quite well, but he shouldn't be at this level yet."
"Yes, I also think this condition is a bit harsh," Bo Saixi said, then glanced at Qi Ling with mixed feelings. "But compared to the second condition, I think this one is easier to fulfill."
"Oh? That's so exaggerated? What's the second condition? It's not like you're going to be the examiner for the final round, is it?" Qi Ling couldn't help but laugh.
Bo Saixi swallowed hard. "No, no, it's even worse. The second condition is: Qi Ling, you will serve as the Sea Dragon Sacred Pillar Guardian and test Tang San. During this time, Tang San can use any means necessary and can invite companions to participate; there is no limit to the number of people."
"As for the criteria for passing the test... as long as you, Qi Ling, think they've passed, then they've passed! But one thing: you're not allowed to hold back during the battle."
Qi Ling hadn't expected the second condition to be like this. She could just say it was acceptable and it would be? This was far too much; even leniency wasn't shown like this.
"Hey Xi Xi, when I said I was going to beat up the Sea God, I was just joking. He doesn't need to be so nice to me," Qi Ling said helplessly. "It makes it seem like I'm bullying someone, no, like I'm bullying a god."
Bo Saixi said helplessly, " Qi Ling, don't worry. The Lord Sea God's decision is indeed like this. I believe the Lord Sea God trusts your judgment, and you will make the most appropriate decision."
"Besides, since Tang San is your brother, you surely know best what's best for him, and you won't let them pass the test so easily," Bo Saixi said.
"Is that so?" Qi Ling said with a smile. "Alright, since that's the case, and it's been a long time since I've witnessed their growth, let me test them and see just how much they've improved."