We agreed to set sail, so you'd become the ruler of the deep sea?

Chapter 426 [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] [Riding the Sea of ​​Clouds!]

"Xiange, what's wrong?"

Noticing the unusual expression on Xiange's face, Xia En immediately asked a question.

"what have you found?"

String Song didn't hide anything and answered directly.

"Just now, when I activated my bloodline power, I felt the call of the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] once again."

"Moreover, this call was clearer and stronger than the previous ones."

"only……"

Xia En raised an eyebrow: "But what?"

String Song's expression was somewhat strange: "The location I sensed for the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] is... below the [Sea of ​​Annihilation]!"

Upon hearing this, Xia En immediately realized what was happening.

The locations where different [Secret Realms] merge with the [Seven Seas World] are definitely different.

It's just that the few [secret realms] that have appeared so far are all on the surface of the Seven Seas.

This leads people to subconsciously believe that the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] will also appear on the [Silent Sea] in the form of an island.

but now.

As a result of the string song's reminder.

Xia Encai realized that the entrance to the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] was likely located beneath the surface of the [Sea of ​​Annihilation].

Conventional methods are insufficient to locate the entrance.

Perhaps this is why the people of the Seven Seas, despite being aware of the presence of the ancient dragon, have been unable to find the [Dragon's Nest].

As for the ancient dragon's roar echoing in the sky.

It was probably just an echo from the Dragon's Nest Realm after the two Realms approached each other.

I calmed my turbulent thoughts.

Xia En quickly made a decision and said.

"Xiange, get ready, we'll go scout out the sea first."

Although the Black Swan also possesses Shane's Deep Sea Body ability, allowing it to navigate underwater.

However, the [Sea of ​​Annihilation] is currently being tainted by the [Black Tide].

If one were to be surrounded by the Kuroshio Current on the seabed, the level of danger would undoubtedly increase significantly.

The reason why Xia En himself is not worried about the [Black Tide] is very simple.

He has a projected body!

……

……

After a while.

Shaen's Projected Body appeared beneath the hull of the Black Swan before String Song.

This [projected body] has also undergone considerable changes compared to before.

Its entire body became increasingly dark and mysterious, exuding an eerie and ominous aura.

It's like some indescribable existence.

If anyone else were to encounter this "projected body" in the seawater, they would probably be so frightened that their heart and lungs would stop, thinking they had encountered a monster from the deep sea.

After Shane broke through to the legendary level, his [Projection Body] could also invoke the so-called [Void Laws].

This makes the aura of this body even more mysterious and unpredictable, like an unfathomable abyss.

Even Xia En had a feeling.

The [Projected Body]'s mastery of the [Laws of Void] might even be stronger than his original body!

Feeling a little emotional as he reflected on his current state, Xia En was filled with emotion.

His talent for deep-sea diving was originally the core ability that enabled him to make a fortune.

He was able to earn his first fortune at sea all by himself, pay off Duke Nova's debts, and later shine in the Coral City and Blood Moon Realm.

It all comes down to [deep-sea diving].

However, right now, with Xia En's strength continuously improving...

Even if you personally dive into the deep sea, there shouldn't be any major problems.

This greatly reduces the number of times this talent can be used.

At this moment, experiencing the [Deep Sea Diving] again feels quite magical.

Wow!

Soon, Xiange also leaped into the sea.

To avoid attracting the attention of the Black Tide due to her size, Xuan Ge maintained her petite loli form.

And when he came to Xia En's side.

Xiange couldn't help but shudder, thinking to herself, "Why does the captain's condition seem to be getting more and more terrifying?"

Its deep black body seemed to devour all light, and even the surrounding seawater appeared to be tinged with a dark hue.

"what happened?"

Xia En noticed the strangeness in Xiange and asked her using his mental power.

"No...nothing."

Xiange shook her head, trying to suppress the discomfort in her heart.

"I just think the captain looks... a little scary."

Upon hearing this, Xia En chuckled softly: "Scaring?"

"Perhaps, but this state is actually more advantageous in the deep sea."

Xiange nodded and said nothing more.

She knew Shane was right; most of the creatures in the Black Tide were bizarre and dangerous.

This terrifying state, on the contrary, makes them feel apprehensive and fearful.

"Are you ready?" Shane asked.

"Ah."

Xiange took a deep breath, and the power of her bloodline surged slowly within her body, causing a faint layer of dragon scale patterns to appear on her skin.

A golden light flashed in her eyes, as if a dragon's shadow was swimming within them.

This is her resonating with the call of the [Dragon's Nest].

"Then let's set off."

After Xia En finished speaking, he moved and dived towards the deep sea.

Xian Ge followed closely behind, and the two of them quickly descended, one in front of the other.

As the depth increases, the surrounding light gradually disappears, and the oppressive feeling in the sea becomes more and more intense.

However, for Shane and Xuange, the surrounding darkness posed no obstacle.

Shain's [Lightless Touch] made him thrive in the deep sea, while String Song, with the sensory abilities of his dragon bloodline, was able to clearly perceive everything around him.

Perhaps it's because they just repelled the Black Tide.

At this moment, the corrupting power belonging to the Kuroshio Current in the seawater was not so concentrated or intense.

This also allows String Song to more easily sense the location of the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm].

Xian Ge closed her eyes, concentrated her mind, and felt the call from the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm].

Her dragon blood surged within her, as if an invisible thread was pulling her forward in a certain direction.

"This way."

"Xian Ge said softly, then adjusted her direction and swam towards deeper waters.

Xia En followed closely behind, and the two swiftly traversed the deep sea.

As they continued to descend, the surrounding seawater gradually became icy cold, and the water pressure gradually increased.

However, this environment did not have much of an impact on Xia En and the other person.

I don’t know how much time has passed.

"Captain, I can feel it... the call from the [Dragon's Nest] is growing stronger."

The sound of the stringed song was transmitted to Xia En's mind through mental power, carrying a hint of excitement and tension.

Shane nodded.

Although he couldn't directly sense the existence of the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] like Xuan Ge.

However, he also possesses a portion of the ancient dragon bloodline within him.

Therefore, Xia En could sense an ancient and mysterious power permeating the surrounding seawater.

This power is somewhat similar to the aura emanating from the String Song, yet it is even more profound and vast.

"Keep going, but be careful."

Xia En reminded him, while cautiously observing his surroundings.

He still harbored a sliver of hope that some ignorant deep-sea behemoth would take the initiative to attack them.

After all, he hadn't used his [Deep Sea Devourer] talent for a long time.

The two continued their descent, the surrounding pressure increasing and the seawater temperature dropping. Just as they were about to reach the seabed, Xiange suddenly stopped.

"over there!"

The sound of string music came through the mental link, carrying a hint of excitement.

Following her gaze, Xia En saw a huge shadow vaguely emerging in the sea ahead.

The shadow was not the Kuroshio Current, but a magnificent underwater mountain range, resembling a sleeping sea monster.

There seemed to be a crack in the center of the mountain range, from which a faint light shone.

"Is that the entrance to the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm]?"

Xia En's heart skipped a beat.

String Song nodded: "I can feel that the call from the [Dragon's Nest] is coming from there."

Now that we have found the entrance to the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm]

Xia En no longer hesitated.

His main body on the Black Swan immediately gave orders to the other crew members.

"Preparing to enter deep-sea mode, target... [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm]!"

"Note: Do not leave the area covered by the hull shield."

"Yes, Captain!"

Joey and the others responded in unison.

next moment.

An invisible and intangible protective shield appeared on the hull of the Black Swan and quickly enveloped the entire ship.

As the protective shield fully deploys.

The Black Swan began its slow descent, its hull tracing an elegant arc in the water as it moved toward the underwater mountain range.

Thanks to the connection between Shane's physical body and the [Projected Body], he was able to ensure that the [Black Swan] remained on the correct course.

The mountain range appears particularly majestic in the deep sea.

The rocks are covered with a thick layer of seaweed and coral.

Occasionally, a few glowing deep-sea fish swim by, adding a touch of life to this tranquil seabed.

"Captain, I can feel it. The call from the Dragon's Nest is growing stronger and stronger."

The sound of string music echoed in Xia En's mind once again, and her eyes sparkled with excitement.

Shane nodded.

His gaze was fixed on the crack in front of him.

The light shining through the crack grew brighter and brighter, as if beckoning them to enter.

Xia En subconsciously activated the vision of [Peeping Eyes] and immediately saw an extremely chaotic scene.

Unique dots and lines intertwine, converge, and collide.

Xia En could tell at a glance that those lines did not belong to the [Seven Seas World].

The lines in different [secret realms] will naturally have different differences.

Upon closer inspection, the lines resemble countless slender, swimming dragons, brimming with vibrant life.

The different line segments between the two [Secret Realms] converge in that crack and continue to merge together.

Turbulent currents in space continuously emanated from the cracks.

At the same time, it exudes a strange and ancient aura.

Clearly, this means that the rift is the passage between the Seven Seas World and the Dragon's Nest Secret Realm.

only……

Xia En also saw some dark lines mixed in with the two.

"That's... the secret power of the Black Tide?"

"Could it also affect the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm]?"

Xia En murmured thoughtfully.

For some reason, he had a bad feeling.

However, with the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] right in front of them, Xia En could not possibly retreat at this time.

He decisively ordered, "Prepare to enter the crevice!"

The Black Swan slowly entered the crevice, its protective shield emitting a faint glow within, illuminating the path ahead.

And just as the Black Swan completely entered the crack.

A strong feeling of weightlessness suddenly overwhelmed me.

Space seemed to distort at that moment.

Followed by.

The scene before everyone's eyes suddenly underwent a dramatic change.

When Xia En opened his eyes again, he saw a strange and brand new world.

As Xia En's vision gradually cleared, the sight before him made him hold his breath.

The deep sea that had previously enveloped the Black Swan has disappeared.

The light returned to its brightness, and everything became clear again.

And that's what first catches the eye.

It was a vast, boundless, pure white sea of ​​clouds!

The sea of ​​clouds churned, resembling an endless white ocean.

The waves surged, yet remained utterly silent.

Sunlight shone on the clouds, refracting a dazzling light, as if the whole world was gilded with a golden glow.

At this very moment, the Black Swan was sailing right on this sea of ​​clouds!

"This is……"

Shaun had no recollection that the Black Swan possessed the ability to fly.

That can only mean that this sea of ​​clouds possesses some kind of special buoyancy, allowing the Black Swan to float on it.

Different [Secret Realms] may have different rules and characteristics.

At this time, the same applies to the secret realm named "Dragon's Nest".

Shane stood on the deck of the Black Swan, gazing into the distance.

As far as the eye can see, there is this magnificent sea of ​​clouds.

He took a deep breath and felt an ancient and mysterious aura permeating the air.

That was the unique aura of the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm].

"Is this the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm]?"

Joey walked up to Shane, his eyes filled with shock.

Xia En nodded, his gaze deep.

"It seems we have indeed entered another world."

Xuan Ge also walked onto the deck, her eyes sparkling with excitement: "I can feel that this place is filled with the aura of ancient dragons."

"And it seems to have many familiar scents!"

"...A familiar scent?"

Xia En was stunned for a moment, but quickly understood what Xian Ge meant.

The once-famous stringed instrument was one of the oldest bronze dragons.

Since it is ancient, it must know other ancient dragons.

Although the String Song has started anew from the Egg of the Ancient Dragon, it is inevitable that it still remembers some of the scents of the "old dragons".

However, Xiange herself had never been to the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm] and knew nothing about its environment.

Now, they can only proceed as cautiously as possible into the depths of the [Dragon's Nest].

Shaen ordered his crew, "Everyone, stay alert and prepare to explore the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm]!"

"Yes, Captain!"

The crew members responded in unison and immediately got to work.

The Black Swan cruised slowly through the sea of ​​clouds, its protective shield shimmering faintly in the sunlight.

As they ventured deeper, the scenery within the sea of ​​clouds gradually changed.

In the distance, towering mountain peaks rise abruptly from the sea of ​​clouds.

The scenery on each mountain peak is different.

Some peaks are covered with dense forests, while others resemble volcanoes cast from lava.

Others resemble crystal palaces.

Roar--

Just then, a dragon's roar rang out from afar.

(End of this chapter)