The Numb Seahorse Douluo"That Poseidon guy is really..."
Dai Yao clicked his tongue. He wasn't going to act innocent after getting a good deal. The Sea God had acted as matchmaker for him, so there was no reason for him to refuse.
Besides, he didn't consider himself a naive protagonist like those in some novels who, after writing thousands of chapters, is still a virgin and pushes away women who have feelings for him to other men. If Bai Chenxiang truly had feelings for him, he would naturally go with the flow; if not, he wouldn't force it.
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Beneath the Seahorse Sacred Pillar, Seahorse Douluo surveyed the woman who slowly approached, burning like a flame.
This woman left a deep impression on him. The power of the Vermilion Bird Martial Soul was such that even he could feel the suppression emanating from its soul. Somewhat curious, he asked:
"Little one, what kind of test do you hope to face?"
Feng Wutong pondered for a moment with a blank expression, then replied:
"Senior, you said that there has only been one case of a red-level assessment, so I hope I can get a black-level assessment."
Seahorse Douluo was taken aback, then couldn't help but chuckle. In recent years, only one person had ever achieved a top-tier assessment: Lord Poseidon. Virtually no one could obtain a Red-level assessment. But obtaining a Black-level assessment was equally difficult. Only the seven guardians of the Holy Pillars had achieved and passed the Black-level assessment.
However, the woman's performance just now was truly astonishing, and he still doesn't know her soul power level.
The Vermilion Bird Martial Soul, with its supreme and ultimate aura, concealed most of the woman's aura, making it difficult for him to determine her specific soul power level.
Thinking about this, he hesitated to say whether the woman's desire to obtain the Black-level assessment was overestimating her abilities.
"Young man, you don't understand what the Black-level assessment means for a land-based Soul Master."
Seahorse Douluo shook his head helplessly and began his actions. Immediately, a blue beam of light descended from the sky, enveloping Feng Wutong.
Everyone's attention was drawn to it.
Dugu Yan narrowed her beautiful eyes slightly. Feng Wutong's talent and aptitude were on par with hers. Whatever assessment Feng Wutong received, she, Zhu Qing, and Rongrong would receive the same. Dai Yao was also somewhat curious; his appearance had changed many things from the original story.
In the original novel, Ning Rongrong already achieved the top-tier seventh test, which was already an extraordinary feat. After evolving into the Ten Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, the test Ning Rongrong underwent should be one level higher than the top-tier seventh test, namely the top-tier eighth test.
As for the Nine Trials, they are the inheritance of the Sea God, and cannot be obtained without the Vast Ocean Universe Cover.
Bai Chenxiang stared blankly at Feng Wutong, her heart skipping a beat with every change in the color of the beam of light. She needed to clearly understand the vast difference between herself and Feng Wutong and the others!
Under everyone's watchful eyes, the pillar of light enveloping the Phoenix Tree began to change at a visible speed, instantly transforming from white to yellow, then purple, and finally black. These color changes paused for only a moment before moving on to the next level, without the slightest hesitation.
When the beam of light turned black, the rate of change finally slowed down, but it still surged upwards with unstoppable momentum.
Black magical patterns climbed upwards along the Seahorse Sacred Pillar.
"Black-level fourth test... Black-level fifth test... Black-level sixth test!"
As the demonic runes continued to rise, Seahorse Douluo went from being indifferent to being somewhat surprised. When he saw that the black demonic runes covered two-thirds of the height of the Holy Pillar, his eyes almost popped out of their sockets in astonishment!
The Black-Level Sixth Trial is a test that only the Sea Dragon Douluo has undergone. And the Sea Dragon Douluo is the strongest among the seven, and the only Super Douluo besides the Grand Elder!
However, the next moment, his eyes shone brightly, and his body trembled with excitement.
The black magic runes broke through the upper limit of the Black-level assessment and continued to surge upwards. The black magic runes on the Holy Pillar slowly turned blood red, rendering the entire Holy Pillar as bright as a red crystal! The island trembled slightly, and the red light shot straight into the sky, shrouding the entire sky in a light red mist.
In the waters near Poseidon Island, countless sea spirit beasts surfaced, gazing at the sky and uttering their unique cries. The sounds of these countless sea spirit beasts, when combined, resembled a grand hymn.
The entire Poseidon Island seemed to be filled with a strong sense of joy, and heaven and earth rejoiced.
On Poseidon Island, thousands of Sea Soul Masters simultaneously raised their heads. Among them, six elderly men dressed in black robes, standing beneath stone pillars of different styles, gleamed with uncontrollable excitement. Without any communication, they uttered the same word in unison.
"Top-tier Seven Tests!"
On the majestic Poseidon Mountain, inside the Poseidon Temple, eyes that had been closed for decades opened, eyes as bright as stars. A rare joy appeared on his usually calm face as he slowly stood up and cast his gaze toward the direction of the Seahorse Sacred Pillar.
"Miss, may I ask your full name?"
After a brief moment of stunned silence, the Seahorse Douluo, overwhelmed with joy, tried his best to control his emotions, approached Feng Wutong, bowed slowly, and said respectfully.
The red light gradually receded, eventually forming a red seven-pointed star on Feng Wutong's forehead.
Seeing Seahorse Douluo's reaction, Feng Wutong was somewhat stunned. It was truly unbelievable that a Title Douluo-level powerhouse would question her in such a respectful manner. Feng Wutong's calm tone couldn't hide her surprise:
"Senior, my name is Feng Wutong."
Zhu Zhuqing and the others were also taken aback. They were quite knowledgeable, having seen dozens of Title Douluos in the Spirit Hall, but they had never encountered a Title Douluo who treated a junior with such respect. Ning Rongrong stepped forward and asked:
"Senior, what's wrong?"
Seahorse Douluo glanced indifferently at Dai Yao and the others, then turned back to Feng Wutong, bowed respectfully, and explained:
"Miss Wutong, it is an honor to be your examiner. For a long time to come, please feel free to ask me for anything you need on the island."
"As you can see, this red light signifies the highest level of assessment on Poseidon Island, the Seventh Trial. The top-level assessment is different from the ordinary black-level assessment; once it appears, success is guaranteed. Since records began, every person who has obtained the red-level assessment has completed it without a single failure."
"Once you complete the assessment, you will become the successor of the High Priest, and the future leader of Seagod Island."
Everyone was shocked upon hearing this, exchanging bewildered glances. They'd already passed the Red-level assessment? It felt like a dream.
Bai Chenxiang stared blankly at the blood-red pillar of light, suddenly feeling somewhat lost and dejected. The stark reality of the Red-level and Yellow-level assessments was laid bare before her, and she finally realized the gap between herself and Feng Wutong.
Dai Yao revealed a smile that was not unexpected.
In the original story, the fat man obtained the sixth level of the Black Rank test, while Feng Wutong's Vermilion Bird Martial Soul is a whole rank higher than the Evil Fire Phoenix Martial Soul, so he will definitely break through the Black Rank limit and obtain the Red Rank test. However, isn't the seventh level of the Red Rank test a bit too low?
Is there some reason for this?
"Senior, let me give it a try."
Dugu Yan stepped forward and said with a smile.
Seahorse Douluo gave a lukewarm "hmm." He was no longer interested in testing these people; he only wanted to focus on receiving Feng Wutong. After all, Feng Wutong was the future Grand Elder, the future leader of Seagod Island, and the person closest to the Seagod.
"After the tests are over, I'll have to teach Wutong properly. However, these people are all Wutong's good friends, and that man is also Wutong's husband, so I'll have to do my best. Among these people, there shouldn't be any more top-level test takers, right?"
Seahorse Douluo silently thought to himself, his hands moving without stopping, and the blue beam of light descended from the sky once again, landing on Dugu Yan.
"Hmm... Ah?!"
Seahorse Douluo, who had been calm, was immediately shattered and his face was filled with disbelief.
The color of the pillar of light enveloping Dugu Yan began to change rapidly, at a speed no less than that of Feng Wutong's earlier change. Meanwhile, the demonic runes on the sacred pillar began to rise rapidly, and in the next instant, blood-red light once again shot into the sky.
Countless sea spirit beasts surfaced again, some with doubt, but still began to sing hymns. Thousands of sea spirit masters also looked up at the sky once more, and even several elderly men dressed in black couldn't help but frown.
"Another top-level assessment? And it's the eighth-level assessment at that? What's that guy Haima up to? How come there are two top-level assessments all of a sudden?"
The same question arose in the minds of every Title Douluo.
"Senior, it seems I'm also a top-level examiner."
Dugu Yan narrowed her long, narrow eyes slightly and chuckled softly.
Seahorse Douluo's jaw dropped slightly, his mouth agape in astonishment. Hearing Dugu Yan's words, he quickly bowed respectfully, even lower than when he bowed to Feng Wutong, and said:
"Yes, you also received a top-level assessment, but not the seventh top-level assessment, but the eighth top-level assessment. Just like the current High Priest Poseidon, it was the eighth top-level assessment!"
Dugu Yan glanced at Feng Wutong with some surprise. She didn't understand why her assessment was different from Feng Wutong's, but she didn't think too much about it. She touched the red eight-pointed star mark on her forehead with a strange feeling, thanked Seahorse Douluo for his help, and turned to retreat to Dai Yao's side.
Looking at Dai Yao and his group, Seahorse Douluo couldn't help but swallow hard; he didn't know how to describe his feelings at that moment.
Besides Bai Chenxiang, the two women beside this man also passed the top-level assessment. Could it be that the other two will also pass the top-level assessment?
At this moment, Seahorse Douluo was like someone who loved sweets. After happily eating several cakes and feeling a bit greasy, countless exquisite and brightly colored cakes appeared in front of him. He wanted to know what the cakes tasted like, but he was also afraid that he would be too full to bear it.
"Next person, please come up."
Seahorse Douluo spoke as gently as possible.
Ning Rongrong stood beneath the sacred pillar, a red beam of light shooting into the sky, causing Seahorse Douluo's chin to drop to his waist; Zhu Zhuqing stood beneath the sacred pillar, another red beam of light shooting into the sky, causing Seahorse Douluo's chin to slam heavily onto the ground, leaving him dumbfounded.
Two more top-tier exams!
Am I dreaming today?
Outside Poseidon Island, numerous soul beasts respectfully worshipped and sang a grand hymn rarely seen in the world, but their grievances were already about to burst forth!
What on earth is Poseidon Island doing? How come there are two more top-level assessments? Are you telling me that four geniuses have passed the top-level assessments today? Are you kidding me? Today is not April Fool's Day! Sometimes it takes hundreds of years for a genius to pass the top-level assessment, and four have appeared in one day. Isn't that a lie?
Seahorse Douluo rubbed his eyes vigorously, completely losing his composure. After confirming he wasn't dreaming, he swallowed hard, his heart filled with a calm, overwhelming joy. He slowly said:
"Miss Feng Wutong, Miss Dugu Yan, Miss Ning Rongrong, and Miss Zhu Zhuqing, you have all passed the top-level assessment and are qualified to become the successors of the Grand Elder."
"However, the situation of multiple people obtaining the top-level assessment at once has never occurred in the history of Poseidon Island. Therefore, after you complete the assessment, I do not know who will inherit the position of High Priest. We will have to consult the High Priest soon."
Dugu Yan first glanced at Zhu Zhuqing, then exchanged a look with Ning Rongrong, and smiled:
"Thank you for your kindness, seniors. However, if this puts you in a difficult position, we will make our own choice."
To be honest, Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong are both taciturn and cold in front of outsiders, never saying a word. Therefore, when the group is together, she and Ning Rongrong are usually responsible for dealing with outsiders.
Seahorse Douluo breathed a sigh of relief. He was very afraid that these women would quarrel with each other over the matter of the Grand Elder's succession. They were all chosen ones, and it would be a great pity if this caused the power of Seagod Island to split.
It's not a good thing that too many geniuses are getting top-level assessments!
It's a happy kind of trouble.
Bai Chenxiang fell into a long silence, the dazzling red light before her eyes constantly piercing her heart. These were all top-level assessments, all testaments to the highest talent, while she herself had only achieved an ordinary Yellow-level assessment—the difference was like heaven and earth.
It makes one feel no desire to catch up.
"They are the real geniuses. Is there any point in me trying to catch up? Is there any need for me to complete my mission?"
She stole a glance at Dai Yao, sighed softly, and the faint blush on her face faded away.
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"Alright, young man, it's your turn."
Seahorse Douluo stared at Dai Yao, who was surrounded by Feng Wutong and the others, and said in a deep voice, "If this man doesn't pass the top-level assessment, he won't be able to control those four women, and then his situation will be..."
However, judging from the man's performance just now, the test won't be too bad either.
Dai Yao bowed and stepped forward, standing on the high platform. He felt no worry whatsoever; having gained the approval of the Vast Ocean Universe Cover, he knew what kind of test he would face. However, he also pondered why Feng Wutong's test was not the top eight tests, but rather the top seven tests.
Feng Wutong's martial soul attribute is fire, while the Sea God rules the sea, and water and fire are incompatible. It was only because the Sea God was merciful that Feng Wutong obtained the top-level seven trials.
Just as Dai Yao was pondering, a blue beam of light descended upon him as the Seahorse Douluo moved.
Immediately afterwards, a series of exclamations rang out.
The speed at which the beam of light changed color was terrifying; each color paused for only a moment before moving on to the next stage. Even the transition from black to red was seamless.
On the Seahorse Sacred Pillar, magical runes climbed upwards without a moment's pause, reaching the very top! Like a punch that had pierced through its limit, the numbers on the panel jumbled wildly.
The next moment, an ancient, desolate voice, carrying the weight of countless years of history, resounded from the Seahorse Sacred Pillar. Immediately afterward, a golden beam of light, more than ten times thicker than the red light released during the previous top-level assessment, shot into the sky, coloring the entire sky above Seagod Island golden.
The sea boiled, and within it, countless soul beasts seemed to sense something, leaping out of the water and gazing in the direction of Seagod Island.
On Poseidon Island, everything seemed to stand still. Between the sea and the sky, only a golden pillar of light descended from the heavens.
At the bottom of the abyss, the enormous demonic whale with only one pupil opened its eyes, making no attempt to conceal its hatred.
"You despicable bastard, you really got your way!" (End of Chapter)