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Chapter 307 The Trident of Neptune (8K views, please vote)
After experiencing the initial excruciating pain of being scorched by the intense light, the demon race, with their superior physique and adaptability far exceeding that of mortal creatures, began to painstakingly search for a way to survive.

The weaker demons hastily hid in the shadow of giant trees or huddled behind jagged rocks, while others haphazardly placed broken helmets or wreckage on their heads as makeshift sun hats.

The more powerful demons, however, were not greatly affected. After a brief period of adaptation, their crimson eyes began to flash with hatred for the light—they simply disliked the light.

However, the disturbances of these scattered individuals were far less threatening than the demon lords and other gods of the underworld who resided deep within the underworld, each ruling their own domain.

Fortunately, the three Hades brothers, who were originally the most threatening, have perished, and under Wen Ming's command now stands a being powerful enough to intimidate even the gods—the goddess of magic, Hecate.

Faced with the provocations and roars that filled the sky, Hecate's magic surged, and his figure transformed into a stream of dark purple light that soared into the sky, hovering atop the Temple of the Underworld.

Her voice was clear and majestic, containing boundless magical power, and clearly resonated throughout every corner of the underworld:
"I, Hecate, the goddess who holds the essence of magic, am from this day forward the sole ruler of this underworld! All things in this realm are under my dominion!"

In the realm of the gods, the name Hecate signifies absolute power.

The moment the name was uttered, it was like pouring ice water into boiling oil; all the roaring demon kings seemed to have their throats choked, and they all fell silent.

Some shrewd and cunning demon lords immediately assessed the situation and were the first to kneel.

"I, Fuseli, King of Night Terror, am willing to lead my people in loyalty to the great goddess Hecate!"

A sharp sound rang out.

This shout was like opening a floodgate, drawing curses from other demons, but also quickly igniting a wave of loyalty from more opportunists.

"I, Drax, swear allegiance!"

"I……"

"And I……"

……

A person's name, the shadow of a tree.

In the comic book universe, after Hecate escaped, he stormed Mount Olympus, terrifying the three Zeus brothers, not to mention the ordinary demon lords.

Hearing the thunderous oaths, Hecate's lips curled into a slight smile, a sense of triumph rising within her. However, Wen Ming's calm and collected telepathic message rang in her mind at just the right moment, like a bucket of cold water, instantly bringing her back to her senses.

Do not be deceived by appearances; the devil's oath is more fragile than a spider's web. Unless a soul pact is signed, it is all in vain.

Recalling the various betrayals she had encountered throughout her long life, Hecate deeply agreed and responded in her heart.

How to sign a Soul Contract?

I'll teach you.

Without hesitation, Wen Ming passed on the soul contract from the "Complete Book of Talismans".

Feeling the absolute binding force contained in the contract, Hecate felt much more at ease.

She looked down at the demons below, each with their own thoughts, and her voice rang out again, this time carrying an undeniable rule: "All those who are truly willing to pledge allegiance, come to the Temple of the Underworld at once! This is your only chance."

The scene fell into an eerie silence for a moment, but soon, figures carrying the aura of sulfur and darkness rushed in from all directions and converged on the temple square.

These are all powerful demons, at least at the level of demon lords.

Hecate looked at the various forms and gleaming eyes of the subjugated people before him, a hint of excitement at controlling everything flashing in his eyes.

An army of demons is taking shape in her mind...

One day, I will make all the gods of the realm of gods mine...

I support your revenge against the Realm of the Gods.

Wenming's telepathic message rang out again, precisely picking up on her thoughts: "But remember, do not let hatred devour your reason or blind your eyes."

Accumulate strength and wait for the right opportunity.

When you need me, I will lead my most capable men to clear all obstacles in your path and slay all enemies.

This steadfast and warm support dispelled the negative emotions in Hecate's heart that stemmed from hatred.

She looked at Wen Ming gratefully, and Wen Ming returned her an encouraging smile, made a beheading gesture, and said loudly, "Go, go and receive your subjects."

Those who obey live, those who defy perish; the underworld demands absolute order.

"Yes, just kill them!"

Hela and her two sisters stepped forward, their faces as cold as ice. "To a demon, mercy is weakness."

They only believe in force; betrayal is ingrained in their very being.

Only absolute power and ruthless methods can earn humble loyalty.

Hecate nodded, his magical power surging, and stepped towards the group of scheming demon lords.

Wen Ming simultaneously gave a look to the three goddesses, Persephone, Hecate, and Demeter, who immediately understood and followed closely behind Hecate, their powerful divine might pressing down together.

Wonder Woman and her sister, along with Queen Hippolyta and her sister, stood silently behind Hecate, forming an unshakeable and powerful line.

Everyone understood that this unification of the underworld would not be smooth sailing, and beneath the surface of submission, undercurrents were bound to surge.

But so what?
We can still turn the night into a sunny day!

……

For the next ten days and nights, Hecate worked almost non-stop, busy incorporating and training various demonic forces.

During this period, there were no shortage of powerful demon kings or otherworldly gods of the underworld who jumped out to challenge the new order.

Each time, Hecate personally led his army to quell the rebellion with overwhelming force.

These campaigns not only consolidated her rule but also brought great rewards to Wenming, who accompanied her—he took the opportunity to collect various precious divine bloods from different mythological systems, further enhancing the strength of the hotel staff.

Under the light and with an iron fist, the underworld is gradually moving towards an unprecedented new era.

After Wenming stabilized in the Underworld, he led everyone back to the Flatiron Hotel, but he soon received news of someone's death, which forced him to hastily draw his gun, bid farewell to the Hecate sisters, and rush back to the DC Universe.

Jonathan, Superman's adoptive father, has won.

what does this mean?
He is going to die.

In the original storyline, Lana Lam died in a car accident on the night Jonathan won the election.

Clark wants to save Lana, who died in a car accident, and begs his biological father to turn back time by one day so that he can save Lana.

As a result, Lana was saved. However, after the election results were announced, Jonathan received an invitation from Lex Luthor's father, Lionel Luthor. The traffic accident that would have prevented Jonathan from reaching his destination was now resolved. Jonathan met Lionel as agreed, but died of a heart attack due to the confidential documents handed over by Lionel.

For every one you save, one will die.

This funeral in the snow is also one of the most heart-wrenching scenes in "Smallville".

Clark blamed himself for a long time, believing that he should bear absolute responsibility for his adoptive father's death. His adoptive mother, Martha, comforted him, saying that even if he could do it all over again, he would not be able to choose between Lana and his father.

Since arriving in the metaverse with the Supergirl sisters, Superman Clarke has learned of his adoptive father's fate. So he immediately used the medical pod to heal him and injected him and his adoptive mother Martha with the Super Soldier Serum, three times in total.

Under such circumstances, Clark became somewhat negligent.

"I told you, break up with Lana Blue, isn't Chloe good enough? Isn't Louis Lane good enough? Louis Lane is your destined wife!"

Kara was furious: "We only went on one mission with Dad, and you've already forgotten the rules of the plot?"

Camille also glared at Clark, who was filled with self-reproach. Beside him were a terrified Lana and a pained Martha.

Jonathan had a steel bar driven into his head and pinned to a wall.

Lex Luthor stood to the side, looking completely innocent and aggrieved.

When Lena Luther saw Wen Ming arrive, she rushed over to explain, "It was an accident. Our chemical plant was working perfectly fine, but then suddenly an explosion occurred. The aftershocks of the explosion caused a steel bar to go out of control..."

"Don't panic, Jonathan isn't necessarily dead yet."

Wen Ming's calm voice eased the crowd's initial excitement, self-blame, and regret, and they looked at this amazing man with hopeful eyes.

After calling out to Qing, Wen Ming told her to check on Jonathan: "Super Soldier Serum 3.0 has the complete version of the Extremis virus. Unless brain death is confirmed, there is still hope."

In Iron Man 3, the unfinished Extremis virus could bring Killian's henchmen back to life, so Wen Ming's words caught everyone's attention, especially Superman Clark.

Because he is a Kryptonian, his understanding of the power of the Super Soldier Serum is not very clear.

Now that there was new hope, he was filled with trepidation and even forgot to use his super hearing and X-ray vision to check his adoptive father's body.

"I've got it! There are also faint brainwaves!"

After scanning, Qinghou gave an answer that made everyone ecstatic.

"Just to be on the safe side, feed her a Senzu Bean first, then begin treatment simultaneously."

Following Wen Ming's instructions, Qing Hou took out a Senzu Bean, crushed it, and put it into Jonathan's mouth. At the same time, healing light shone on Jonathan's body, and soon, Jonathan's gradually cooling body miraculously regained its vitality.

Lana Lan stared at everything before her, her eyes filled with disbelief.

Clark had no time to explain all this to her. His X-ray vision quickly scanned his adoptive father, and he saw that Jonathan's heart had begun to beat slowly again, and the blood that had almost run dry was being regenerated and circulating in his body.

"The most dangerous step, boss, help me."

Qinghou looked at Wenming, but Wenming didn't make a move. Instead, he looked at Clark and said, "You come and help."

"I?"

Clark involuntarily swallowed, but he immediately took a few steps forward and stood in front of Jonathan: "How can I help?"

“I’ve secured Jonathan’s head. You pull the steel bar out as fast as you can, but don’t cause any further damage to his brain. In other words, get it straight. Do you understand what I mean?”

Clark nodded, placed his hand on the steel bar, and took a deep breath.

"Now!"

With a low shout, Clark's right hand transformed into a blur. Lana Lan only saw a blur before Clark threw the deadly steel bar dozens of meters away.

"Zi-"

With the healing light and the Senzu Bean working together, Jonathan's forehead wound healed rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye.

"Uh--"

A few seconds later, Jonathan let out a groan, and then he opened his eyes.

"father!"

"Jonathan!"

……

Clark and Martha rushed towards Jonathan at the same time. Jonathan looked completely bewildered: "What's wrong with me? Who are you? Who are you?"

"Jonathan has amnesia?"

Everyone was stunned for a moment, but Wen Ming immediately realized something: "Martha, quickly say goodbye to Jonathan, or you'll be next to die."

"what?"

Martha was still surprised that her husband had lost his memory. Hearing Wen Ming's words, she hesitated for a moment, but finally hugged Jonathan and said, "You have to take care of yourself."

Jonathan looked puzzled, but Wen Ming continued to urge him: "Clark, take your father back to the hotel."

"After Qing, lead everyone to prepare for battle and slay Elios's clone, the Hellhound."

Clark didn't hesitate, grabbing Jonathan's body and disappearing from the spot: "Wen Ming, I owe you one!"

Martha looked utterly lost, and Wen Ming stepped forward to comfort her, saying, "According to the rules of your universe, if Lana Blue doesn't die, Jonathan will die, and if Jonathan doesn't die, you will die. This is an inevitable fate."

Therefore, Jonathan has to leave.

However, Jonathan didn't die as he was supposed to; he just went to another universe, and you'll be able to meet again someday.

"Thank you!"

Martha wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and sincerely expressed her gratitude: "I know that our whole family owes you a lot."

“Clark is my friend.” Wen Ming hugged Martha. “Don’t worry about Jonathan. His amnesia is probably due to physical damage to his brain, which caused him to lose his memories. We can cure him, but he may not be able to get his memories back.”

Therefore, I need to send you a copy of those family videotapes you filmed before. If there are any other diaries, items, or daily necessities that could help him recover his memory, you also need to pack them up and send them to me.

"Thank you!"

Martha, no longer able to grieve, hurriedly drove away.

Wen Ming looked at Lana Blue, the woman who had both Clark and Lex Luthor infatuated with her, who was still confused about the situation.

Wen Ming smiled gently and said, "Clark will give you a reasonable explanation for everything that happened today. Now I think you need to go home and rest. Kara, can you help me take her home?"

Kara looked extremely unwilling; she had never liked this woman who had caused her cousin to lose his normal thinking.

Lex Luthor immediately raised his hand: "I'll do it."

Wen Ming nodded; he couldn't be bothered with the love-hate relationship between these three people.

After everyone left, Lena Luther approached Wen Ming and said, "Wen Ming, my brother will no longer have anything to do with Lana Blue. He has already given Lana Blue to Clark."

Wen Ming smiled and said, "Why should love have to yield?"

Lex paused for a moment, then Lina's eyes lit up, and she grabbed Wen Ming's arm: "Yeah, why should we let her?"

Wen Ming was surprised by her reaction and was both amused and exasperated: "Alright, stop fooling around, I'm going back, Elios's clone is coming."

"Don't go! You've come all the way to DC. Besides going to Paradise Island, don't you want to visit our Superhero Council?"

"Ellios's clones are so weak, the hotel staff could easily kill them."

Lina was clearly unhappy. She, the hotel owner, hadn't even gotten her hands on the prize yet. She could never get on the bus, and now that she finally had a chance, Lina wasn't going to let Wen Ming go so easily. She quickly grabbed Wen Ming's sleeve and said in a coquettish tone, "Don't rush off! Stay here tonight, and tomorrow I'll take you to find the Sea King, okay? I found him."

"Neptune?"

The name made Wen Ming frown subconsciously, and the image of the superhero who stole his brother's throne, took his brother's fiancée, and finally reformed his brother with "love" immediately came to mind.

In his view, if you peel back the dazzling special effects of the Aquaman movie series, the core is nothing more than a melodramatic family drama.

Queen Atlanna was injured and stranded on Earth to escape a political marriage. She fell in love with a lighthouse keeper and gave birth to Arthur. Later, she was abducted to the seabed to fulfill her marriage vows and gave birth to Orm. However, she was ultimately sacrificed by her husband to the Trench tribe.

After inheriting the throne, Orm is determined to declare war on the oceans due to human pollution, but he is betrayed by both his fiancée Mera and his powerful minister Vulko.

Mera brought in her half-brother Arthur to challenge him, while Vulko secretly trained Arthur for over twenty years.

In the end, Arthur, wielding the legendary trident and with everyone's "help," successfully defeated his "villainous" brother Orm and was crowned king.

At first glance, this plot seems like a typical underdog story, but things don't always hold up to scrutiny.

Lina was good at reading people. She took Wenming's arm and half-heartedly led him to her luxury car: "I know that from King Orm's perspective, he is the most tragic and wronged one in the whole story."

Wen Ming did not express his opinion, but in this ethical drama, King Orm was indeed extremely frustrated.

He was born and raised by the sea, and his motives for fighting for his people who have suffered greatly at the hands of humankind are beyond reproach.

However, it's one thing that his biological mother never loved his father, given that it was a political marriage, but her love for him was far less than that for her eldest son.

His fiancée, due to political differences, went to her brother's arms and even rescued Arthur from a disadvantageous position during a life-or-death duel.

His most trusted advisor secretly raised his mother's illegitimate son for over 20 years, swearing loyalty to him, but in reality, he was loyal to his mother's illegitimate son.

He hated Arthur, believing that this "illegitimate child" was the root of his mother's tragedy, unaware that Arthur also hated him because of his mother's "death".

And what was the result? His mother didn't love him, his father had passed away, his fiancée became his sister-in-law, and he went from being a king to a prisoner.

In the end, it was discovered that Mom was not dead at all, that she still loved her brother, and that she supported her brother in taking everything from her.

This treatment made King Orm feel like he was given away as a free gift with a phone top-up!

If the story ended there, that would be fine. But in the second movie, the producers probably realized there was a problem with public opinion. King Orm was too popular, so they used the "brotherly love" trope to whitewash Orm.

In order to find the villainous Black Manta who was causing trouble, Arthur kidnapped King Orm from prison. After the two brothers went through a series of adventures together, their brotherly bond was awakened, and in the end, Arthur secretly released him.

It's like they're trying to whitewash everything by completely forgetting everyone King Orm killed in the first movie—the King of Fisherman's Kingdom, who was killed, is essentially considered dead for nothing.

Yes, it follows the same pattern as Loki being redeemed.

This is the power of love.

There are reasons why the second film did poorly at the box office.

Wen Ming's negative impression of Aquaman wasn't due to these reasons, since Aquaman is the protagonist archetype, a loser's rise to power. Rather, it was because Aquaman Arthur initially claimed he didn't love the throne and only wanted to avenge their mother by finding his brother. However, his mother was not dead, and after challenging Orm and obtaining the throne, he discovered that he had no ability to manage the kingdom and didn't like being king.

The film ends abruptly, using a speech announcing the existence of Atlantis to the world to cover up all the political dilemmas—the inability to face and suppress the obstruction of the King's Council, and even being impeached by the King's Council. Wen Ming even suspects that the director forgot about this subplot in the second half.

Will he be able to continue managing Atlantis effectively? Will he be able to protect Atlantis's interests in the political struggles with humanity?
Wen Ming was not optimistic.

Some jokingly say that the real winner is the strategist Vulko, who finally succeeded in supporting a brute king who was easy to control, while Orm was merely an overly powerful pawn eliminated from the game of power.

"So, the plot has reached a turning point?"

Wen Ming usually doesn't want to interfere too much in the family affairs of these time travelers, at most he will step in to save the key person from dying and bring them back to the hotel - Superman's adoptive father Jonathan Kent was saved in this way.

"That's right!"

Seeing that his attitude had softened, Lina immediately pressed on, pushed him into the back seat, told the driver to drive, and squeezed herself next to Wen Ming. Then she turned to the side, her voice sweet and coquettish.

"My plan is to rescue Queen Atlanna, the mother of Aquaman and Orm, before all the tragedy unfolds."

This would not only give us the upper hand, but also make it much easier to persuade Aquaman to join the Superhero Council.

More importantly, we can take advantage of this to obtain the Mother Box guarded by Atlantis! The Queen will definitely need it, don't you think?

She blinked and continued her offensive: "Besides, we haven't even officially gone on an adventure together yet... Let's treat this as our first date, hmm, a cooperative adventure, okay?"

"Okay then, are you on vacation?"

"Not yet, Wen Ming. Want some late-night snacks?"

"I am indeed a bit hungry. I've been busy all evening." Wen Ming leaned back in his comfortable chair and relaxed.

“Then don’t move,” Lina smiled sweetly, her voice so gentle it could melt your heart, “I’ll feed you.”

……

The next morning, after washing the blood off the trident, Wen Ming, along with Lina Luther, went directly to the skies above a deep sea—the territory of the Trench Kingdom.

The sea shimmered in the morning light, as if concealing countless secrets. Lina looked down at the unfathomable depths, a vague unease creeping into her heart.

The Trench Clan is so numerous that even Aquaman and Mera had to flee in disarray.

"Should we... change into our mechs before going down?" she whispered to Wen Ming.

Wen Ming simply shook his head, a calm smile playing on his lips.

He raised his right hand, and a golden trident appeared out of thin air. The trident seemed to be cast from liquid sunlight, as if it contained the will of the ocean.

"This is..." Lina's eyes widened, her gaze fixed on the weapon that exuded a divine aura.

Wen Ming smiled slightly, reached out and put his arm around her waist, then leaped into the air and plunged straight into the sea.

"This is the trident of DC's Poseidon."

"What?!" Lina exclaimed, instinctively hugging Wen Ming's waist tightly, her cheek pressed against his firm chest, her voice trembling with disbelief, "You killed... DC Poseidon?"

"Yes." Wen Ming's voice was calm and even, as if he were talking about a trivial matter.

Lina was stunned. She knew Wen Ming was powerful, but she never expected him to have slain a god again!

Wen Ming gently swung the trident in his hand towards the sea below.

In an instant, a miracle occurred.

The sea seemed to be split in two by an invisible force, and the seawater roared and retreated sharply to both sides, forming two huge walls of water that were hundreds of meters high and stretched for more than ten kilometers!

Sunlight pierces through the crystal-clear water curtain, refracting into countless dazzling rainbows.

"So beautiful……"

Lina gazed at the magnificent sight that surpassed all imagination, momentarily forgetting to breathe and feel fear.

However, this beauty did not last long. Suddenly, countless dark figures emerged from the deep sea—the Trench Clan surged out from behind the water wall like a tide. Their bodies were twisted, and their eyes gleamed with a bloodthirsty ferocity as they pounced on the two uninvited guests who dared to trespass into the Trench Clan's territory.

But just as they were about to get close, all the Trench people froze in mid-air as if a pause button had been pressed.

Their ugly faces revealed an extreme fear originating from the depths of their blood as they stared intently at the golden trident flowing in Wen Ming's hand.

That is the will of the ocean's origin, the supreme authority etched into their genes that they must absolutely obey!
"Boom boom boom——"

Thousands upon thousands of Trench people knelt on the seabed, a dark mass, their cries turning into humble whimpers.

They had long since lost their minds, reduced to mere beastly instincts. They didn't know whether the one wielding the trident was human or god, but their instincts were screaming wildly:
surrender!

Otherwise, both body and soul will perish!
Holding a trident and with Lina by his side, Wen Ming flew calmly through the underwater waterfall passage, his clothes fluttering in the sea breeze.

He looked down at the thousands of sea creatures kneeling on both sides of his feet, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes—it was worth the effort he put into killing the sea god Poseidon.

This divine weapon truly lives up to its reputation as the supreme authority that rules over the ocean of the DC universe.

"They... just gave in like that?"

Lina looked down at the terrifying creature below, which was as docile as a lamb, still in disbelief.

The power of this artifact far exceeded her imagination.

Or... it wasn't just the divine artifacts that they submitted to?

The thought made her heart skip a beat, and she unconsciously hugged Wen Ming's waist even tighter.

She knew Wen Ming had many secrets and that she was far from being part of the Iron Hotel's inner circle, but this only strengthened her resolve:
One day, I will become the rightful owner of Iron Mountain Villa!
"This is the suppression of a divine artifact; it's the highest-level command."

Wen Ming didn't explain much, his gaze turning to the distant sea that was gradually turning dark, with thunderous roars echoing from it.

Ahead lay an underwater storm that even the bravest warriors of Atlantis feared.

It was a natural barrier formed by the convergence of the earth's core energy and ocean currents. The raging waterspouts tore apart all intruders, and the huge whirlpools were like the gaping maws of an abyss.

But Wen Ming simply pointed his trident forward, and wherever the golden light reached, the roaring storm, like a tamed beast, obediently parted to make way for a peaceful passage.

The storm subsided, the undercurrents changed course, as if the entire ocean was paying homage to its master.

Lina's initial shock had transformed into a profound sense of awe. The power she witnessed, akin to that of a creator god, fueled her growing conviction.

After passing through the storm, a bright and clear view suddenly appeared before us.

The Earth's core hides a sea, a lost world isolated from the rest of the world, which unfolds before them.

At the top of the enormous underground cavern, countless luminous crystals, like an eternal starry sky, cast a soft glow upon the tranquil ocean and lush islands below.

The air is fresh, carrying the fragrance of exotic flowers. Prehistoric pterosaurs glide through the air, and giant dinosaurs roam the forest. Time seems to stand still here.

"These crystals, hmm, I really want to take them."

"If you like it, it's all yours."

“This place is so beautiful and so secluded,” Lina said, her eyes sparkling as she moved closer to Wen Ming. “How about… we turn it into a secret home just for the two of us?”

Wen Ming raised an eyebrow and teased, "Everyone in the hotel and the time travelers knows about this secret house."

"So what if they know?" Lina raised her chin, a hint of smugness in her voice. "They can't get in anyway! It's settled then, the decorations inside are mine!"

……

Amidst laughter and conversation, Wen Ming led Lina to land on the main island.

He scanned the area but didn't see Aquaman's mother, Queen Atlanna. He wasn't in a hurry, and instead walked straight toward the huge waterfall in the center of the island—behind the waterfall lay the lost Trident of Atlantis.

However, as the two crossed the waterfall, the giant beast guarding this secret realm was immediately alerted.

The seawater surged violently, and a colossal, suffocating figure slowly emerged—Karasen, the ancient sea monster and guardian of the trident.

Its tentacles are as large as trucks, yet as agile as loaches. It emits a deafening roar, warning intruders.

"Go back."

Wen Ming simply raised the golden trident in his hand calmly.

Karasen's roar came to an abrupt halt.

It sensed a more ancient, purer, and more powerful oceanic primal force than the lost trident of Atlantis that it was guarding.

It was an absolute authority that it could neither comprehend nor resist.

The behemoth let out a low, almost whimpering roar, and its massive body slowly sank into the water, signifying complete submission.

Wen Ming used the Trident of Poseidon to part the waterways and walked unimpeded to a throne.

The lost trident, forged from Poseidon's cold iron and symbolizing the Atlantean monarchy, sits silently before the throne, radiating a majestic golden light—whoever can lift it will gain the recognition of the Seven Kingdoms.

Just then, a noble and beautiful blonde woman swam in from not far away.

When she saw what was in front of her, her eyes suddenly lit up with joy.

She is none other than Queen Atlanna, who has been living in seclusion here for twenty years.

Wenming landed in front of the throne with Lina. He picked up the lost trident of Atlantis with great interest, weighed it in his hand, and compared it with his own trident of Poseidon.

"The material is passable, the workmanship is rough, and as for the energy it contains..."

Wen Ming carefully sensed it, but didn't feel any particularly magical power. He then shook his head—he was someone who ate fine grains, and he couldn't even look down on this coarse food.

After all, the trident of Poseidon that he held in his hand was the very law of the ocean.

"Want to touch it?" he asked Lina.

Lina happily accepted the heavy trident. Although she was not of Atlantean blood and could not unleash its power, being able to touch this legendary symbol of royal power was already a great satisfaction.

After satisfying his urge to wield the trident, Wen Ming casually put it back in its original place, as if it were just a boring work of art.

Queen Atlanna took a deep breath and stepped forward.

She was not angered by Wenming's "desecration" of the sacred object. Instead, she performed the highest-level etiquette of the Atlantean royal family with humility and excitement.

"Boss, you're finally here!"

Her voice trembled slightly with excitement: "Boss, can I leave now?"

"Walter?"

Wen Ming and Lina were both dumbfounded, and they turned to look in astonishment.

"You called me boss?"

……

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