Pressing Forward

Wang Feng stood before the 332nd step, hesitant to take that step.

It seemed like he was just one step away, but he knew very well how difficult this step would be, far more difficult than any of the previous steps.

The battle lasted all day. Wang Feng kept his eyes tightly closed, sensing the terrifying aura coming from ahead. The mere presence of the aura made him feel as if he were facing a formidable enemy.

"What's going on? He's been standing there for a whole day and night, why hasn't he taken that final step yet?"

"It's just one last step, what is he thinking?"

"Hurry up! If you get up there, you'll succeed. I really want to know what kind of reward he'll get."

Those who had been observing Wang Feng from below the steps began to discuss the matter.

Many people haven't even started their assessments yet, so they have no idea just how terrifying these steps are.

"Is this guy even capable? He's been standing there for so long without making a move, is he scared or something?"

"Shut up! You ignorant fool!"

"Idiot."

Many people angrily denounced these newcomers.

Although Wang Feng was a complete stranger to them, after watching him for so long, Wang Feng had become their idol.

Those people were too frightened to speak, while some were filled with rage. The bull-headed man then headed towards the steps, as if to prove them wrong.

But when they actually stepped onto them, they realized how terrifying the steps were as they climbed higher.

Some people didn't even make it to level 50 before being thrown back by the terrifying gravity.

After waiting for two full days and two nights, Wang Feng was finally ready to take action.

His resolute eyes revealed an indomitable spirit that overwhelmed the imposing presence emanating from the steps.

He slowly raised his right foot and stopped when it reached the top of the 333rd step. In an instant, a terrifying aura emanated from him, even though only half of his foot had entered the area.

But Wang Feng was already prepared and wasn't worried.

After an hour of getting used to it, Wang Feng resolutely stepped onto the 333rd step.

Boom!

A terrifying aura instantly pressed down on Wang Feng, making it difficult for Wang Feng to breathe. However, he showed no fear and, enduring the terrifying force that threatened to tear his body apart, raised his left foot.

Amidst the expectant gazes of the crowd, Wang Feng finally stepped onto the platform with his left foot.

That terrifying power raged even more fiercely, completely repelling Wang Feng.

Wang Feng's entire body was trembling violently. Not only was his body being torn apart by terrifying forces, but his soul was being torn apart as well, causing his face to become distorted and extremely frightening.

Although he had climbed the 333rd step, news of his success was still nowhere to be seen.

But at this moment, Wang Feng had no time to guess why. All he could do was persevere until news of his successful passing of the test arrived.

He held on for a full hour, and just when Wang Feng was about to give up, a golden light finally descended from the sky and landed on Wang Feng.

At the same time, Wang Feng's body finally gave way and he fell off the steps, slowly floating up in the golden light. A voice also rang in Wang Feng's mind.

"Wang Feng, you have passed the First Trial of the Sea God. Your Sea God Affinity has increased by 5%, and the age of all your Soul Ring has increased by 5,000 years."

Upon hearing the voice in his mind, Wang Feng's lips curled up involuntarily before he fell into a deep sleep.

"He passed the First Trial of the Sea God in less than a year. What kind of monster is he?!"

"With such talent, given enough time, his achievements would be unimaginable."

"It seems the first three tests weren't too difficult for him; the real question is whether he can pass the Fourth Trial. I'm really looking forward to it! I wonder how long he can hold out against us!"

"Even if he has exceptional talent, he's still just a Soul Ancestor."

"Too!"

The seven Titled Douluo in the shadows were very optimistic about Wang Feng's performance, but they did not acknowledge Wang Feng true strength, given the vast difference in their levels.

Wang Feng soon awoke from his slumber, quite satisfied with the reward for successfully completing the Wang Feng.

The age of all his Soul Ring will increase by five thousand years, which will boost his strength by more than one level.

He didn't need to worry about whether the increased age of his Soul Ring would cause him any discomfort, because it was a gift that increased the age, just like the Five Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring he received when he left the Hell Slaughter Arena. Since it was God-Given Soul Ring, his body wouldn't experience any discomfort; on the contrary, it made his Soul Ring even more compatible with him.

"Now it's time for the Second Trial."

The Second Trial the Sea God's Nine Trials: Break Through the Ring Blockade. Without killing any Sea Soul Beast, break through the blockade in the Ring Sea and reach the other side. No Soul Ring skills may be used.

Wang Feng smiled slightly. Such a test would be nothing to most Soul Master, and it was naturally no problem for him.

Upon arriving at the assessment site, Wang Feng did not begin immediately, but instead first sat down to meditate and cultivate.

Although the assessment was easy for him, necessary preparations still needed to be made.

After getting into a good state, Wang Feng began his first attempt at clearing the level. However, to Wang Feng surprise, it wasn't as easy as Wang Feng had imagined, and they failed on their first try.

Despite his speed and his efforts to avoid touching the sea Sea Soul Beast while passing through, he still couldn't stop them from crashing into him.

To Wang Feng's dismay, these Sea Soul Beast seemed to be made of paper, crumbling at the slightest touch, which caught Wang Feng off guard.

In the following few failures, Wang Feng's reasons for failing were all surprisingly the same, which made Wang Feng suspect that Sea God Island was deliberately targeting him.

After all, people who arrived later than him had succeeded on their first try, while he had failed.

Wang Feng refused to give up, but fortunately, after continuous attempts, he finally passed the Second Trial.

"Wang Feng, the First Trial of the Sea God has ended. You have passed. Your Sea God Affinity has increased by five percent."

The familiar voice rang in his mind again, but what puzzled Wang Feng was why he hadn't received a reward this time, only a five percent increase in his so-called Sea God Affinity.

He didn't know what Sea God Affinity was, even though he had previously obtained five percent Sea God Affinity, but had never discovered its function.

After waiting for a long time, Wang Feng finally realized that there would be no other rewards for the Second Trial, so he had no choice but to give up and return to his residence.

Instead of rushing to complete the third test, he decided to first ask Seahorse Douluo about the Sea God's affinity level.

After undergoing the Sea God's Nine Trials, he seemed to have gained considerable power, which he hadn't yet tried out! It would be a good opportunity to experience it and also ask about Sea God Island.