Chapter 132: The Ninth Divine Ring – Part 2
Upon witnessing this divine phenomenon, the assembled Titled Douluos fell to their knees, murmuring prayers with reverent fervor.
Ye Wen opened his eyes. The divine bestowed ring had solidified to its limit, and he could feel that his body had absorbed as much spirit ring power as it could bear. His ninth ring formed as a golden halo, floating behind his head and aligning perfectly with the rising sun in the distance. The image was so awe inspiring that the Titled Douluos around him felt their resolve deepen, utterly convinced of Ye Wen's worthiness to lead.
With a calm, natural command of his strength, Ye Wen revealed his other spirit rings, allowing all eight to appear and circle around the newly formed million year ring in radiant harmony:
Yellow Purple Purple Purple Black Black Red Gold Red Gold Blue Gold!
The observers could hardly contain their shock. They realized that Ye Wen's seventh ring was already a 200,000 year spirit ring a terrifying level of strength and talent beyond belief.
"Praise be to the future Sea God!"
"With the Son of God among us, Sea God Island's future is destined to be brilliant!"
"Praise the Sea God!"
"This young man is fearsome! Even Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu at his age could not hold a candle to his strength."
All were moved, and any lingering reservations about a foreigner inheriting the Sea God's legacy vanished from their hearts.
"My name is Ye Wen, Rank 93, Assault System Titled Douluo, Title: Tianxing. I greet you all," Ye Wen said with poise, addressing the Titled Douluos around him.
Knowing these Titled Douluos would be instrumental as his foundational believers if he achieved godhood, Ye Wen was careful to maintain a humble and composed demeanor. Unlike Tang San in the original story, Ye Wen had no established institutions like Shrek Academy or the Tang Sect to count on for long term support. While Tang San's actions led to the eventual disappearance of Sea God Island, Ye Wen valued the legacy and intended to uphold the loyalty of these Titled Douluos.
The assembled Titled Douluos felt genuine admiration for Ye Wen, sensing that he was indeed a true gentleman. Under Bo Saixi's arrangement, Ye Wen was invited to reside in the Sea God Temple itself, where she lived.
Sharing a residence with Bo Saixi might sound compromising, but Ye Wen had no such thoughts. Despite her age, Bo Saixi's beauty was undeniably striking, and her relationship with Tang Chen left Ye Wen somewhat puzzled. Perhaps it was a mutual attraction between strong individuals, with Bo Saixi's disinterest in Qian Daoliu stemming from their similar status as High Priests.
It was, however, convenient for Ye Wen's goal. Winning Bo Saixi over as a full ally would make his Sea God trials smoother, and he even considered reviving her after completing the ninth trial.
While the divine bestowed ring's powers were impressive, Ye Wen felt a twinge of disappointment. Although he now possessed a million year ring, he had hoped for multiple abilities, similar to the overpowered boosts others had. For now, he would have to settle for the single skill it offered:
"Ninth Spirit Skill: Earth Crater Celestial Bind!"
This powerful, crowd control skill forcibly twisted gravity within a designated space, trapping enemies. The distorted space becomes untouchable, rendering the target immobilized. When activated, a vast area within a ten mile radius is sealed, dragging all life forms into a massive sphere that suspends in midair, completely under Ye Wen's control.
A rough imitation of a certain Earth Crater skill from another world, but with improved functionality. Unlike its fictional counterpart, this skill lacked any structural weakness.
For a fleeting moment, Ye Wen pictured the scenario where he would someday trap Tang San, declaring, "You are far too powerful, Tang San. I must seal you here!" and Tang San's shocked reaction.
Humorous as it was, Ye Wen knew his abilities now put him in a position to handle Tang San.
After adapting to his new capabilities, he knew it was time to continue the remaining trials. With his current strength, he expected he could complete the tasks smoothly with some focus.
Examining the famed Ring Sea, Ye Wen smirked. The next trial forbade spirit techniques and restricted the flying abilities of Titled Douluos.
"Six Forms Moon Step!"
Inside the Ring Sea, the Demon Soul Great White Shark Xiao Bai had been awaiting his arrival, ready to hinder him. However, as she lifted her shark like face from the water, she was left bewildered.
Wasn't flight forbidden? How was he airborne?
Her menacing shark face softened to an almost childlike daze as she realized that Ye Wen was using explosive bursts of spirit power through his feet to hover briefly in the air, circumventing the restrictions.
But he was moving too fast! Xiao Bai hurried to intercept him, but he had already crossed the Ring Sea by the time she was within a hundred meters.
"You! You!"
As Xiao Bai transformed into her human form, her adorable, youthful look and pouty frustration made her seem more like a playful child than a fierce predator.
"You're terrible! You ruined everything! The Sea God himself gave me that task, and I didn't get to do anything!" she wailed, fuming with frustration.
Her teary eyes gave Ye Wen a pang of guilt. Stroking her soft hair with a gentle smile, he reassured her, "Next time for sure."
Momentarily comforted by his touch, Xiao Bai then recalled his "cheating" and huffed, planning to do better next time.
"Second Trial of the Sea God's Nine Trials: Cross the Ring Sea Completed. Reward: 5% Sea God Affinity, and a ten thousand year increase to all spirit rings."
The message in his mind brought Ye Wen joy. Poseidon, the grand master of the seas, was indeed a generous benefactor, far wealthier than most gods.
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