Douluo Continent: Taking Tang San as a disciple, with a ten-thousand-fold return for teaching him.

The ship sailed in, traversing the long waterway shrouded in mist, until finally, the majestic entirety of Poseidon Island was revealed to everyone without reservation.

The sacred mountain, like a divine sword pointing to the sky, exudes immense power.

As soon as several enormous demonic great white sharks with golden patterns on their foreheads appeared, the leader, the one with the strongest aura, trembled violently when its cold beastly eyes caught sight of the figure at the bow of the ship. It let out a low groan, lowered its massive head slightly, and slowly sank into the water, making way for the figure.

The middle-aged soul master in black on the shore was instantly filled with astonishment and disbelief. His eyes were fixed on Chen Luo. He opened his mouth, but in the end, he said nothing. He simply waved to signal the boat to dock, his attitude quite respectful.

Landing, stepping onto the white sand.

The patrolling or cultivating sea spirit masters they encountered along the way initially remained wary, but once they realized that the leader was the powerful figure guarding the outer perimeter, and that the powerful figure maintained a silent and subtly courteous attitude towards Chen Luo and his group, the rejection in many of their gazes turned into surprise and curiosity, and whispers could be faintly heard.

"They're from outside? Why are they being personally led by Lord Sea Spear?"

"Judging from Lord Sea Spear's attitude... who is that man walking at the very front?"

"How strange, I can't sense any strong soul power fluctuations, but..."

No one dared to step forward to ask questions or stop them.

The group arrived at the magnificent square where the Seahorse Pillar was located without any hindrance.

The sacred pillar shimmered with blue light, exuding solemnity and reverence.

Before the sacred pillar, the figure in a red dress with flowing blue hair was already waiting quietly.

Poseidon's gaze swept over the crowd, lingering briefly on Tang San before settling on Chen Luo.

Her gaze was no longer one of pure scrutiny and majesty, but rather one of complex understanding, and a faint trace of solemnity, as if she were seeing a peer.

"Your Excellency has come from afar; Poseidon Island has failed to provide a proper welcome."

Poseidon spoke, her voice still ethereal, but lacking the condescending aloofness of the last time, and more formal.

She didn't ask Chen Luo how he got there, nor did she question his purpose, as if it were all as it should be.

Chen Luo nodded slightly: "You're too kind, High Priest. We've only troubled the Holy Land to send these children here for training."

Poseidon's gaze swept over the Shrek Seven Devils, and he nodded: "Their aptitudes are all top-notch."

Her gaze returned to Chen Luo, her tone tinged with inquiry: "Has Your Excellency already found the successor to the Sea God?"

"Ah."

Chen Luo didn't elaborate, but instead said, "Let them conduct the tests."

Poseidon asked no further questions and gestured for everyone to come forward for the test.

The process was exactly the same as the plot in the book. Dai Mubai and others' black-level assessment, Xiao Wu's top-level first assessment, and Ning Rongrong's top-level seventh assessment all drew gasps of amazement.

When Tang San's hand touched the sacred pillar, the dazzling golden divine light and the illusory trident mark soared into the sky, and the entire plaza, and even the core area of ​​the entire Seagod Island, seemed to echo with the faint sound of the ocean tides singing.

"Nine Trials of the Sea God!"

Poseidon's voice was filled with barely suppressed excitement and devotion. The way she looked at Tang San was like that of a god looking at the future.

The guardians of the Holy Pillar, including "Lord Sea Spear," all faced the Holy Pillar and Tang San with utmost respect.

The miracle faded, but a solemn atmosphere still lingered in the square.

After calming herself down, Poseidon looked at Chen Luo again, her eyes filled with even more seriousness.

"Now that the successor to the Sea God has appeared, will you stay and assist him in completing the trials?"

Chen Luo's seventh trial is not only about finding the successor of the Sea God, but also about assisting the successor in completing the seventh trial.

But Poseidon knew in his heart that Chen Luo would not stay.

As expected, Chen Luo met Poseidon's gaze calmly: "It's still early. I have some things to take care of. I'll come back when I'm done here."

Chen Luo seemed to remember something, paused, and then spoke in a softer tone, but clearly into Poseidon's ears: "Senior Tang Chen asked me to tell you that he will come looking for you."

Poseidon's body trembled violently. Even with her unparalleled Douluo-level composure, her eyes instantly filled with an overwhelming sense of disbelief, as well as the pain and hope buried deep within her for countless years. She stared intently at Chen Luo, her lips trembling slightly: "Tang... Tang Chen... will he come looking for me?"

"He will come."

Chen Luo affirmed, "If you are interested in Senior Tang Chen's past, you can ask my disciple Tang San in the future. He is Senior Tang Chen's great-grandson."

Poseidon's gaze immediately fell on Tang San, giving him a deep look.

The next second, Poseidon forcibly suppressed the excitement in her eyes, leaving only deep sorrow and unwavering waiting.

"I... understand. Thank you."

Chen Luo knew that for Poseidon, this news was far more important than any formality or display of power.

He said no more and turned to face the Shrek group.

The young people were still immersed in the awe of Tang San's miraculous feat and their aspirations for their own future.

"The road ahead is yours."

Chen Luo's voice was calm yet powerful: "You must face the rules and trials of Poseidon Island yourselves."

Remember, strength comes from within, and also from each other.

I look forward to seeing you all again when you're all capable of standing on your own.

"We will try our best!"

The eyes of the crowd were filled with determination.

Tang San and Yu Xiuyuan stepped forward and bowed deeply: "Teacher, take care."

Chen Luo patted them on the shoulder, his gaze sweeping over each face, and finally nodded to Poseidon.

The next moment, his figure rippled like water and disappeared silently from the spot, leaving no trace of soul power, as if he had never existed.

Poseidon gazed at the spot where Chen Luo had disappeared, remained silent for a moment, and then turned to the Shrek Seven Devils, especially Tang San. Her tone regained the majesty and kindness of the High Priest of Seagod Island: "Children, come with me. From today onwards, the trial officially begins."

Several days later, Chen Luo appeared outside Wuhun City.

The iconic towering city walls of Wuhun City and the spire of the Papal Palace came into view.

He shed his travel-worn clothes outside the city and, like any ordinary traveler, stepped into the bustling marketplace.

The afternoon sun was languid, so he casually walked into a well-established noodle shop that was always packed with customers. He sat down by the window and ordered a bowl of clear soup noodles.

The steam from the noodle soup blurred the cold, hard outline of the Papal Palace in the distance outside the window.

Just as he picked up his chopsticks, the light at the doorway dimmed.

The figure walked in, dressed in plain clothes, with a veil covering her face, yet her overall demeanor and deep purple eyes were undeniable.

The noisy atmosphere in the shop instantly quieted down. Her gaze swept around, and she walked straight to Chen Luo's corner, where she sat down calmly opposite him.

The waiter fell silent and stepped back.

Chen Luo swallowed the bland noodles in his mouth, raised his eyes, and looked at the familiar eyes behind the veil.

"coming."

Bibi Dong gazed at him quietly through the thin veil, as if trying to see through time and understand all his changes and constants.

After a long while, a very soft response came from under the veil, almost lost in the noise of the noodle shop.

"Ah."

Chapter 330 The Last Piece of Soul Bone

The noise in the noodle shop gradually returned.

Chen Luo put down his chopsticks and looked at the pair of purple eyes opposite him.

The veil covered most of her face, but it couldn't hide the complex emotions that settled in her eyes—a mixture of scrutiny and longing.

Bibi Dong's gaze lingered on Chen Luo's face for a long time, as if confirming something.

“You came all the way to Wuhun City, not just for a bowl of noodles.”

Bibi Dong picked up her teacup, took a sip, and said, "Speak."

Chen Luo didn't beat around the bush: "I have qualified for the Divine Examination."

The teacup stopped in mid-air.

Bibi Dong's pupils contracted slightly, and a sharp glint flashed in her purple eyes.

She put down her teacup and calmly began, "Tell me in detail."

Chen Luo then recounted his experiences in the Killing City, but omitted the existence of Liu Erlong.

"Senior Tang Chen... is very strong."

Chen Luo recalled that battle, his tone still calm.

Bibi Dong listened quietly, her gaze fixed on Chen Luo.

After listening to Chen Luo's story, Bibi Dong remained silent for a long time.

The noise inside the noodle shop seemed to be separated by an invisible barrier, and the shouts and laughter from afar became blurred.

"Congratulations."

After a long while, Bibi Dong spoke again, her tone as calm as tea in a teacup, without any ripples.

Chen Luo observed Bibi Dong's changing expression and smiled as he said, "Thank you."

There was a moment of silence between the two, and the noise in the noodle shop seemed to fade into the distance.

Chen Luo lowered his head and stirred the noodles in the bowl, which had become somewhat lumpy. Bibi Dong watched his movements, and the scrutiny in her eyes had faded considerably.

Bibi Dong picked up her teacup and took another sip. Her gaze passed over Chen Luo and looked out the window at the spire of the Papal Palace in the distance. Her purple eyes reflected the lazy afternoon light.

What are your plans after this?

Bibi Dong asked, her voice as soft as a leaf falling on the water.

"Let's become gods together." Chen Luo suddenly looked up at her.

Bibi Dong's fingers paused slightly.

"Your path is difficult, and mine is not easy either."

Chen Luo's voice was calm, as if stating something self-evident: "But since we've come this far, let's finish this together."

"Ah."