Departure, Sea God Island!

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Entering the Pope's Hall, aside from the ever-present Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo, who served as Qian Xunji's right-hand men, there were ten other powerful figures standing on either side of the hall.

"Greetings, Your Holiness!" Lin Yongming and the other two walked to the center of the hall and knelt on one knee.

"Rise," Qian Xunji, seated on the high throne, nodded with an air of authority.

"Elder Chrysanthemum, introduce these elders to the Holy Maiden," Qian Xunji then instructed Chrysanthemum Douluo.

"Yes, Your Holiness!"

"Holy Maiden, some of these elders you've met before, while others are meeting you for the first time. Allow me to introduce them," Chrysanthemum Douluo stepped forward and addressed Lin Yongming and the others.

"Thank you, Elder Chrysanthemum," Bibi Dong nodded.

Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Empress stood behind Bibi Dong. After all, in this hall, she was the Holy Maiden, and it wouldn't be appropriate for Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Empress to stand side by side with her.

"The five elders on the left are titled as follows: Qianjun Douluo, Jiangmo Douluo, Citun Douluo, Shemao Douluo, and Lingyuan Douluo."

"On the right are Guibao Douluo, Moxiong Douluo, Kuangshi Douluo, Xueqiang Douluo, and Badao Douluo," Chrysanthemum Douluo introduced them one by one.

"Bibi Dong pays her respects to all elders."

"We pay our respects to all elders."

Lin Yongming and the others nodded slightly and bowed to the ten Title Douluos.

"The Holy Maiden is too kind," the elders replied courteously.

"I heard from His Holiness that the Holy Maiden has been training outside for two years and, at just over 17 years old, has already reached level 67 as a Soul Emperor. The other two are also quite impressive. With talents like the Holy Maiden, how could Spirit Hall not dominate the continent?" Qianjun Douluo, wearing a headband and golden armor, spoke with a commanding presence.

"You flatter me, Elder. Spirit Hall still relies on the support of all the elders," Bibi Dong replied with a polite smile.

"Enough of the pleasantries. Elder Ghost, you will remain at Spirit Hall. Report any matters to the Grand Elder."

"Everyone else, we depart immediately!" Qian Xunji stood up and commanded, "Our destination is Hanhai City. We won't be taking carriages; we'll run there. The others have already gathered in Hanhai City."

"Yes, Your Holiness!"

To avoid drawing attention from other forces, Qian Xunji had been sending people to Hanhai City, a coastal city, over the past few days.

The group quickly left Spirit City, with Lin Yongming and the others following behind Qian Xunji and Chrysanthemum Douluo.

As they traveled, Chrysanthemum Douluo carried a barely conscious man—the sea spirit master from Sea God Island.

"Teacher, is this the sea spirit master from Sea God Island?" Bibi Dong asked as she noticed Chrysanthemum Douluo carrying the man.

Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Empress remained silent, focusing on keeping up with the group while listening to the conversation.

"Yes, he is," Qian Xunji nodded.

"Holy Maiden, we've learned from him the location of Sea God Island and the strength of its sea spirit masters."

"He said that Sea God Island has five sacred pillars, a thousand spirit masters, and each pillar is guarded by a Title Douluo."

"That's why we've dispatched eleven Title Douluos, including myself, and with His Holiness, that makes twelve. Additionally, there are one hundred members of the Angel Corps, eight hundred members of the Judgment Corps, one thousand elite corps members, and over twenty Spirit Douluo stewards," Chrysanthemum Douluo explained the forces Spirit Hall was deploying for this mission.

"Five sacred pillars?" Lin Yongming was taken aback.

If he remembered correctly, there were supposed to be seven sacred pillars.

"Your Holiness, Elder Chrysanthemum, is it possible that this sea spirit master is still hiding some of Sea God Island's true strength? For example, are there more than five sacred pillars? And could the number of spirit masters be closer to two thousand?" Lin Yongming couldn't help but ask.

"Well said, Lin Yongming. You are indeed cautious," Qian Xunji praised.

"No, it's just that I've been blind since childhood, so I've developed a cautious nature," Lin Yongming quickly waved his hand dismissively.

"Your concern is valid, and I've taken it into account. That's why we've mobilized such a large force. Even if he's hiding at least three more Title Douluos, we're still more than a match for them," Qian Xunji explained.

"That's right, Lin Yongming. While caution is good, don't be too nervous. With eleven Title Douluos, over twenty Spirit Douluos, and a hundred Angel Corps members—each at the Soul Sage level—we are the elite of Spirit Hall's forces."

"Taking Sea God Island will be more than enough," Chrysanthemum Douluo said with confidence.

"Alright, I must be overthinking things," Lin Yongming could only concede.

The group continued their journey, traveling from morning until late afternoon before finally arriving at Hanhai City.

The scent of the sea filled the air, but Lin Yongming and the others didn't enter the city. Instead, they headed to an open area outside the city.

There, two thousand spirit masters stood in formation, as Qian Xunji had mentioned. Ten ships were anchored offshore, with one larger and more luxurious than the rest.

"Greetings, Your Holiness!" The crowd knelt and greeted Qian Xunji with a thunderous voice.

"No time to waste. Board the ships!" Qian Xunji surveyed the neatly lined-up crowd and immediately commanded.

"Yes!"

"Each elder will board a separate ship," Qian Xunji instructed the remaining Title Douluos.

Lin Yongming and the others followed Qian Xunji, Chrysanthemum Douluo, and the hundred Angel Corps members onto the largest ship.

As the sun set in the west, the ships set sail. It was nearly six in the evening, and standing on the deck, they could see the sun dipping below the horizon, seemingly sinking into the vast ocean.

The fading light seemed to guide the ships forward into the distance.

"It's so refreshing!" Bibi Dong stood at the bow of the ship, gazing at the blue sky and the endless sea, the wind blowing gently against them.

"It's so vast, the horizon stretches endlessly," Blue Silver Empress stood beside Bibi Dong.

While the two women were enjoying themselves, Lin Yongming remained solemn. "What's done is done. We can only head to Sea God Island now."

"But with so many people sent, I hope the losses won't be too severe."

As the ships sailed further from the coast, the mainland grew smaller and smaller in their eyes until it disappeared from view.

As the sun completely set, the sky darkened, and stars began to twinkle above. Below, glowing fish swam in the ocean, their bioluminescence lighting up the depths.

"Holy Maiden, it's time for dinner," Chrysanthemum Douluo called out, and Bibi Dong and the others reluctantly headed inside the ship.

The interior of the ship was like a palace, with a grand hall in the center. A large table was laden with food, and if not for the gentle rocking of the ship, one might have thought they were still in Spirit Hall.

After dinner, they retired to a luxurious room with a living area, a bedroom, and a bathroom. Through the window, they could see the ocean.

"Xiao Ming, I feel like something's off with you this time. Are you worried about the attack on Sea God Island?" Blue Silver Empress had noticed that Lin Yongming seemed different from usual.

The room was quiet, with only Blue Silver Empress and Lin Yongming inside. Bibi Dong had gone to the room next door.

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