The coast defenders (1)

"Get up. We have reached Wrixia."

Hex shook Sterling and Quid when the distance to the coast became one kilometer. The Saint had stopped conversing with him a few kilometers back. He did instruct Hex, though, to jump to the coast within a short time. After all, He had no intention of staying in the shallow waters.

Instead of waking the group up one by one, Hex used a part of the journey to familiarize himself with his newfound strength. The injuries and pain suffered through the Crack was well worth it. His strength had improved by leaps and bounds. 

His gains included the free entry into the crystal, the improved and refined Dragon Bear Soul, and the growth of the Dragon. She might not be linked with Hex, but her presence in his inner space meant he could understand some of her actions.