Douluo Continent: Dragon's Journey Across the World

After passing the sixth test, Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wushuang, and Huo Wu have completed all six Black-level tests, making them the only people besides Hailong Douluo to have completed the tests in recent years.

By this point, after six consecutive assessments, Yang Ping'an had increased the age of all his spirit rings by 11,000 years, and now his spirit rings had become six black and two red.

After completing the challenge, Yang Ping'an, through intense battles and especially the arduous training of the past six months, finally reached level 87 in soul power, taking another step closer to becoming a Title Douluo.

After passing the sixth test, Shui Bing'er, Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, and Huo Wushuang all increased their soul power by one level. Now their soul power levels are all 80, but in reality, Feng Xiaotian is already 84, while Shui Bing'er, Huo Wu, and Huo Wushuang are 82.

Furthermore, since Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, and Huo Wushuang have completed all six trials of the Black level, their overall soul power has increased by one level, and they have been rewarded with a divinely bestowed soul ring and have obtained Black level privileges on Seagod Island.

The three were overjoyed and immediately began absorbing the divinely bestowed soul rings on the spot. Especially after undergoing the Tide Body Training, their physical qualities and soul power levels had far surpassed those of level 80 quasi-Soul Douluo, and they all put in their best effort to absorb a 100,000-year soul ring.

Unfortunately, even with their best efforts, their eighth spirit ring was only close to 100,000 years old, not reaching the 100,000-year level. The most fundamental difference between 100,000 years and below is the strength of the soul, and it would take multiple top-tier spirit bones to achieve that.

Although Yang Ping'an has quite a few soul bones, he doesn't want to take them out yet, so he hasn't given them to them. Of course, there are other considerations as well. He brought them out to train and helped them pass the test, which is already the greatest help he can give. You know, sometimes too much of a good thing can be bad. A little kindness is appreciated, but too much can breed resentment.

After absorbing the spirit ring and the additional rewards, Feng Xiaotian reached level 87, while Huo Wushuang and Huo Wu both reached level 85, making them both considered experts.

Shui Bing'er is still at level 80 (level 82), but she still has one last test to go through, and her spirit rings are now four purple and three black.

Yang Ping'an looked at Feng Xiaotian and the other three, his eyes also burning with excitement. He knew that before arriving at Seagod Island, he was eight levels higher than Feng Xiaotian. Now, their soul power levels were the same, which made him feel a little unbalanced.

After the three of them had absorbed their spirit rings, Yang Ping'an began to focus on the content of the seventh trial, which was also Shui Bing'er's final test.

"Yang Ping'an, Red Level One Test Part Seven: Assist Shui Bing'er in picking up the Trident of the Sea God, time limit one year."

Yang Ping'an was also surprised when he saw the assessment content. You should know that the Trident of the Sea God weighs 108,000 catties. Even Tang San in the original work was able to lift it only with the full amplification of Oscar and Ning Rongrong and by exerting his strength to the extreme.

If it were just the Grand Priest of Poseidon Island, there would be no need to pick up the Trident of Poseidon. Would Poseidon really grant Shui Bing'er the right to use the Trident of Poseidon?

Especially since Shui Bing'er is a girl, even if her soul power level is similar, her strength is still insufficient, and she simply cannot lift the trident.

Yang Ping'an himself, as a beast spirit, has multiple body amplification skills, so he should be able to wield the Trident of Poseidon. But Poseidon can't very well give the Trident of Poseidon to him, can he?

The battle against the Seven Sacred Pillars was quite intense. Shui Bing'er and the other three all had to withstand the attacks of Title Douluo. Yang Ping'an planned to take Shui Bing'er to rest for a while before conducting the final assessment.

Five days passed, during which Shui Bing'er tried her best to relax and get her body into peak condition before the two decided to proceed with the final assessment.

The two of them slowly walked up the mountain from the foot of the original Poseidon's Light Staircase, according to the destination of the test. Since they had already passed the test of crossing the Poseidon's Light, they no longer put pressure on each other as before, and instead appeared extremely gentle.

When the two of them crossed the 1,001st step and arrived at the top of the mountain, a magnificent palace came into view. Sea Dragon Douluo and the Seven Sacred Pillars all stood in front of the palace, each of them looking very solemn.

Yang Ping'an and Shui Bing'er approached Sea Dragon Douluo side by side and bowed slightly: "Greetings, Sea Dragon Douluo, and greetings to all seniors."

Sea Dragon Douluo nodded: "Come with me, the Grand Elder is waiting for you."

Led by Sea Dragon Douluo, the two then arrived at the entrance of the Sea God Temple.

The Temple of the Sea God is the highest point on Sea God Island and a symbol of the Sea God. In particular, there are stone pillars in front of the Temple, which are carved with all kinds of sea spirit beasts. These should be all the spirit beasts that the Sea God conquered when he unified the sea.

After the three entered the Sea God Temple, Sea Dragon Douluo appeared unusually respectful: "My lord, the person has been brought."

"I'll handle the rest. You can leave now," Poseidon's voice came from inside the temple.

As Sea Dragon Douluo left, Yang Ping'an and his companion saw the scene inside the Sea God Temple.

Directly in front of the Temple of Poseidon is a throne, which seems to possess some kind of magical power, inspiring immense reverence and making it impossible to look directly at it.

There are eight platforms around the edge of the Temple of Poseidon, with the central platform being larger and the seven surrounding platforms being smaller. Poseidon is sitting on the central platform, while the layout of the other seven platforms is somewhat similar to the Seven Pillars of Poseidon's Island.

In front of the throne is a stone platform with a golden trident stuck in it, which should be the legendary divine weapon, the Trident of Poseidon.

Yang Ping'an looked at the Trident of Poseidon with great interest. This was the second divine artifact he had ever seen, but it seemed to be very far beyond his reach.

Poseidon interrupted Yang Ping'an's thoughts: "Shui Bing'er, Yang Ping'an, come forward."

Yang Ping'an and Shui Bing'er exchanged a glance and walked very respectfully to Poseidon.

Poseidon nodded. "Indeed, you two are both very good. Shui Bing'er, do you know why I am the High Priest of Seagod Island, and what conditions must be met to become the High Priest of Seagod Island?"

Shui Bing'er looked puzzled.

Poseidon's face softened: "Shui Bing'er, you and I were both at the Red Level Seven Trials back then. You are my successor to the position of Grand Elder, but as the Grand Elder of Seagod Island, there are some things I still need to make clear to you."

Shui Bing'er said respectfully, "Please enlighten me, Senior Sea God Douluo."

Poseidon smiled slightly: "Then let me tell you about the sea god. Do you know how vast the ocean is?"

Shui Bing'er shook her head. As a land-based Soul Master, this was completely beyond her knowledge.

Poseidon said, "The ocean is four times the size of the land, which means it's equivalent to four Douluo Continents in size. And within this vast ocean live far more creatures than on land."

"Many, many years ago, the sea was in chaos, filled with slaughter. But at that time, a genius of extraordinary talent appeared. He devoted his entire life to exploring every corner of the sea, wielding a trident, and conquered one sea race after another with his immense strength and unparalleled charisma. After a thousand and one years, he finally unified the ocean and was revered as the Sea God by all sea creatures, creating an immortal myth."

Shui Bing'er, equally filled with reverence, asked, "Senior, is this the glorious history of Lord Sea God?"

Poseidon nodded: "The sea god is supremely noble and has made a tremendous contribution to the peace of the entire ocean. As the high priest of the island of sea god, what do you think one needs to master?"

Shui Bing'er pondered for a moment: "Senior, is it necessary to possess the strength to suppress the entire ocean like you?"

Poseidon sighed softly: "Strength is only one part of it, or rather, the most superficial part, but it is far from enough."

"Instead of calling me High Priest, you should call me High Priest of Poseidon Island. We are servants of the sea god, dedicating our entire lives to him. We must be courageous, resolute, dedicated, and selfless, even at the cost of our lives and endless years."

Shui Bing'er seemed to understand a little at this moment: "Senior, does the High Priest have to dedicate everything to the Sea God?"

Poseidon nodded: "Indeed, everything we have is a gift from the sea god, so we must do everything in our power to uphold his authority and rule."

"Your strength is still very weak now, so you must work hard to cultivate and become stronger as soon as possible. In my lifetime, you should be able to reach my level so that you can shoulder the heavy responsibility of the High Priest of the Sea God."

Shui Bing'er became extremely serious at this moment: "Senior, rest assured, I will definitely work hard to cultivate and meet your requirements as soon as possible."

A hint of relief appeared on Poseidon's face. He then turned to Yang Ping'an and asked, "Yang Ping'an, could you tell me about the conflict between you and Tang San? Or rather, the hatred between you?"

Yang Ping'an's heart sank. He hadn't expected Poseidon to ask this question at such a time. But after thinking for a moment, he still spoke up: "Senior, I don't want any conflict with Tang San, but my father was killed by Tang San's father, Tang Hao. As a son, there are some grudges that cannot be left unavenged."

Poseidon seemed to have thought of something: "Tang Hao? I met Tang Hao once before. He shouldn't be the kind of person who's bloodthirsty."

Yang Ping'an smiled slightly: "Senior, people can change. The human heart is the most unpredictable thing in the world. You should have heard about Tang Hao's experience. After his conflict with the Spirit Hall, he severely injured Qian Xunji and hid in Holy Soul Village."

"My father was just living in seclusion in the next village. He learned of Tang Hao's whereabouts by chance, which is why he was killed. I was only four years old at the time. My mother also died of depression because of my father's death. Tell me, should this kind of hatred be avenged?"

At this moment, Yang Ping'an's face was full of determination. Even if Poseidon's strength was overwhelming, it could not stop him from taking revenge.

Poseidon was silent for a moment before speaking: "Since you were only four years old at the time, how did you know these things? Could there be other misunderstandings?"

"What you said is right, senior. I did have some doubts, but I have asked Tang Hao in person, and he confirmed that he killed my father."

An eerie silence seemed to fall over the scene, and a hint of struggle, even melancholy, appeared on Poseidon's usually composed face.

Finally, Poseidon sighed: "Fine, perhaps I've lived too long and haven't had those so-called grudges for a long time. But I hope you only seek revenge on Tang Hao and don't involve anyone else."

Yang Ping'an smiled slightly: "Senior, of course. As the saying goes, every wrong has its perpetrator and every debt its debtor. I only want revenge and don't want anything else, much less involve the innocent."

Poseidon shook her head: "Things aren't as simple as you think. Tang Hao is a disciple of the Clear Sky Sect and also Tang San's father. Tang San is also a Red-level Seventh Trial cultivator and one of the successors to the Sea God's Grand Elder. When will this cycle of revenge end?"

Yang Ping'an remained calm: "A life for a life, that's only right. I'm only seeking revenge on Tang Hao. As for the others, I don't want to get involved, but they shouldn't mess with me either."

Upon hearing this, Poseidon's emotions seemed to fluctuate slightly, and Yang Ping'an could even sense a faint killing intent. This was something Yang Ping'an could only perceive because he had experienced the City of Slaughter and was particularly sensitive to killing intent.

However, Yang Ping'an didn't care. He was now undergoing a trial bestowed by the Sea God, and especially since he had already completed all six trials, even if Poseidon wanted to tamper with things, she couldn't do anything about it. (End of Chapter)