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

Chapter 436 Encounter with the [Mysterious Sea Beast]!
Watching the streaks of light rushing past all around.

Xia En was also somewhat amazed.

He could sense the Black Swan's [Secret Realm Travel].

Essentially, it's about opening a passage through the [Secret Sea].

The receding light around them was actually the various "secret realms" within the "Secret Sea".

Also known as.

At this very moment, they had already entered the [Secret Sea] with their physical bodies!
Even though Xia En had explored the [Secret Sea] several times.

However, his previous explorations were either actions during his ascension rituals or underwater travel using his projected body.

This is the first time I've ever personally entered the [Secret Sea] like this!
However, Xia En also realized that the passage woven from silver light actually isolated the power of the [Secret Sea] from the outside.

This is the only way to protect the crew from the effects of the [Secret Sea].

In principle, this is somewhat similar to those man-made underwater tunnels—

An invisible barrier absorbed the pressure of the seawater for those who passed through.

And obviously.

The Black Swan's abilities come from the Destiny Shuttle it absorbed.

It must be said that the [Shuttle of Destiny] truly lives up to its name as a divine artifact.

It was worth all the effort Xia En and the others put in to obtain it.

However, thinking about this, Xia En couldn't help but have some other thoughts.

Since the artifact of the goddess of fate possesses such miraculous power.

So, do the other gods in the Seven Seas also possess their own powerful divine artifacts?

Moreover, where are those ancient gods and their artifacts now?

Just as Xia En's mind was racing—

Boom!
A muffled thud suddenly rang out from outside the surrounding light tunnel.

Immediately afterwards, the entire passageway opened up by the Black Swan began to shake violently.

The Black Swan was also swaying uncontrollably from side to side.

The crew members grabbed onto nearby objects to steady themselves, their faces showing surprise and uncertainty.

"what happened?"

"what happened?"

Joey asked nervously, his eyes scanning the surroundings, trying to find the source of the vibration.

Xia En frowned, his gaze fixed solemnly on the void of darkness beyond the passage.

He can feel it.

A powerful and unfamiliar force is impacting the passage opened by the Black Swan, as if something is trying to break into this space.

"Little Black, can you sense what's happening outside?"

Xia En asked in a deep voice.

[Master, an unknown force is attempting to interfere with our voyage.]

Xiao Hei's voice carried a hint of solemnity.

It seems to come from the depths of the "Secret Sea"!

Xia En frowned even more deeply.

"From the depths of the [Secret Sea]?"

Based on his previous experiences exploring the [Secret Sea], he already knew—

The Secret Sea is a strange space where countless secret realms and laws intertwine, containing countless unknown dangers and mysteries.

Moreover, deep within the [Secret Sea], there are many indescribable and terrifying beings.

Facing such creatures, simply attracting their attention could lead to annihilation.

at this time.

Jane looked in one direction from the light channel and said in a deep voice.

"Captain Shane, look over there!"

Xia En immediately looked in the direction Jane was looking.

In the dim void and amidst the chaotic flow of light, the silhouette of a colossal creature could be vaguely discerned.

The outline of that enormous creature gradually became clear, as if it were slowly emerging from nothingness.

Its body was so enormous that it was immeasurable, like a moving mountain, obscuring the starlight in the [Secret Sea].

Its surface is covered with countless shimmering textures, each exuding an ancient and profound aura.

It seems to contain some kind of power that transcends time and space.

What's most unsettling is that its form is not fixed, but constantly changing.

Sometimes it resembles a giant beast, sometimes a nebula, and sometimes even a floating island.

Its very existence is like a miracle in the [Secret Sea].

"What it is?"

Joey's voice trembled slightly.

Although she had already witnessed many spectacular and incredible sights.

But the behemoth before her was still beyond her comprehension.

String Song also showed a shocked expression.

She could sense that the enormous creature was several times more powerful than the [King of Ten Thousand Dragons] in terms of both size and aura!
And this time.

However, Xia En sensed a familiar aura emanating from that giant beast.

"It is... [Secret Sea Sky Beast]!"

The so-called "Mysterious Sea Beast" is a unique creature found in the "Mysterious Sea".

They will travel back and forth between different secret realms and gradually grow.

Thus, a completely new [secret realm] is conceived within the heart of the body.

The reason why Shane was able to gain the recognition of the [Rhine Realm] was because he obtained the heart of the [Mysterious Sea Beast] from Augustine's legacy.

Xia En's gaze was fixed on the approaching [Secret Sea Sky Beast], his mind racing.

Unlike the [Secret Sea Sky Beast] that had been dead for a long time.

The huge thing in front of me is clearly in its prime.

Perhaps, it is still a fully mature individual.

Its strength has surpassed the ninth-order classification standard of the [Seven Seas World] and entered a completely new level.

Such an existence is not an enemy that Xia En and the others can deal with at present.

But the good news is.

According to some legends that Xia En knew, the [Secret Sea Beast] was relatively gentle in nature.

They generally do not actively attack other creatures in the [Secret Realm].

In other words.

The appearance of the [Mysterious Sea Beast] here is most likely just a coincidence.

It's already a blessing if we're not targeted by those malicious beings.

The key now is how to get through this area smoothly without provoking it.

"Little Black, can you avoid it?"

"Shane asked in a low voice."

[Master, I'm trying to adjust our course, but its scent has locked onto us; it seems interested in our presence.]

Xiao Hei's voice carried a hint of nervousness.

Xia En frowned, his mind racing with thoughts.

"Wait, could it be because of... [The Shuttle of Fate]?"

Looking back now, the ability of the [Fate Shuttle] to traverse the [Secret Realm] seems...

It is very similar to the legendary [Mysterious Sea Beast] that travels back and forth between different [Secret Realms].

Perhaps there is some connection between it and the [Secret Sea Beast].

at this time.

The form of the [Secret Sea Sky Beast] changed again, its body gradually condensing into a dazzling nebula, as if it wanted to absorb the brilliance of the entire [Secret Sea].

Its gaze—if it can be called a gaze—seemed to pierce through the light channel and land directly on the Black Swan.

"Captain, what should we do?"

Joey asked nervously, already prepared for battle.

Xia En took a deep breath and said calmly, "Don't act rashly; it hasn't shown any hostility yet."

"Let's observe its movements first."

The crew members nodded in agreement. Although they were nervous, their trust in Shane kept them calm.

Xiange walked to Xia En's side and said in a low voice.

"Captain Shane, I can sense its emotions..."

"It didn't seem to have any ill intentions towards us; rather, it seemed to be... observing us."

Shane nodded: "That's right, it might just be curious about us."

"After all, it's probably the first time it's seen a ship capable of sailing in the [Secret Sea]."

Before long, the [Secret Sea Sky Beast] suddenly emitted a low hum.

The sound, like the tolling of an ancient bell, echoed in every corner of the [Secret Sea].

With that hum, it slowly approached the Black Swan, as if to observe the strange ship more closely.

"Xiao Hei, stay alert, but don't make any aggressive moves."

Xia En gave the instructions in a low voice.

【Understood, Master.】

Xiao Hei responded.

As the [Mysterious Sea Beast] approached, Shane could clearly feel the ancient and profound power emanating from it.

That power wasn't violent; instead, it carried a gentle, inclusive quality.

It even... released a sense of goodwill.

Xia En had a strange feeling.

That is……

The [Secret Sea Beast] in front of us seems to have mistaken the [Black Swan] for one of its own kind?
"It... doesn't seem hostile."

An said softly, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

Xia En nodded, feeling slightly relieved.

He activated his secret power, and the [Void Beast Heart Seal] on his chest gradually lit up, releasing his aura and goodwill towards the [Secret Sea Void Beast] outside the passage.

Since the [Secret Sea Beast] has caused a misunderstanding, let's make use of this misunderstanding.

The [Secret Sea Sky Beast] seemed to sense Xia En's presence, and its body trembled slightly.

It then emitted a soft hum, as if in response.

Then, its shape changed again, gradually condensing from a dazzling nebula into a huge band of light.

Surrounding the Black Swan.

The band of light, like a gentle river, softly enveloped the Black Swan, as if expressing some kind of friendly sentiment.

"It...it seems to be welcoming us?"

Joey's eyes widened, and he said incredulously.

Xia En nodded, feeling a sense of relief.

At the same time, he began to think about his next move.

Since the [Secret Sea Beast] has shown goodwill towards the [Black Swan], they might be able to use its power to reach the [Elf Realm] more quickly.

So, Xia En tried to use his mental power to contact the [Secret Sea Sky Beast] and convey his meaning.

A moment later, the [Secret Sea Beast] emitted a deep hum, as if responding to Shane's request.

Then, its body slowly moved.

The band of light surrounding the Black Swan began to gradually shrink, as if guiding its direction.

"It agreed!"

A hint of joy flashed in Xia En's eyes.

"Captain, are we really going to follow it?"

Joey asked somewhat nervously.

Shane nodded: "Since it's willing to help us, then let's go with it."

"After all, the [Secret Sea Sky Beast] knows far more about the [Secret Sea] than we do."

"With its guidance, we may be able to reach the [Elven Realm] even faster."

Following Shane's command.

The Black Swan slowly adjusted its course, following the light trail of the Mysterious Sea Beast, and sailed into the depths of the Mysterious Sea.

The surrounding tunnels of light gradually dissipated, replaced by a deeper void.

Countless stars twinkled in the distance, seemingly guiding their way.

The light band of the [Mysterious Sea Beast] acted like a gentle bridge, guiding the [Black Swan] through the layers of space in the [Mysterious Sea].

Xia En could sense that they were approaching the [Elven Realm] at an unprecedented speed.

"This speed... is simply unbelievable."

"Carles sighed softly."

Jane agreed, "Yes, with the help of the [Secret Sea Beast], we should be able to reach the [Elf Realm] in just a few minutes."

As the Black Swan sailed, the surrounding lights gradually thinned out, replaced by a dazzling starry sky.

In the starry sky, countless stars twinkled with soft light, as if welcoming their arrival.

Joey pointed to the radiance not far away and asked.

"Is that the [Elf Realm]?"

Shane nodded: "That's right, that's our destination."

As the Black Swan approached, the radiance gradually became clearer.

It was a gigantic portal woven from countless starlight, and behind the portal, a brand new world could be vaguely seen.

Just now.

Jane and Ann both had somewhat complicated expressions.

Jane's mother and maternal grandmother were both pure-blood elves.

Moreover, the two of them left her when she was very young.

Even after talking with Shane, Jane learned that they might not have died, but had instead arrived at the [Elven Realm].

But even after all these years, Jane's heart is still filled with complex emotions.

An's situation is even more special.

She possesses some of Lyra's memories.

However, Ann didn't feel a strong sense of reality about her identity as an elf.

After all, she had put on that armor to ward off misfortune long ago.

Almost no one knew that she was an elf.

The people I come into contact with are generally ordinary human beings.

Therefore, I couldn't help but feel uneasy about setting foot on that land of elves.

Xia En noticed their emotions, walked over to them, and spoke softly.

"Jane, Anne, whatever happens next, we will face it together."

"You are not alone."

Jane nodded, a hint of gratitude flashing in her eyes.

"Thank you, Captain Shane."

An smiled, her tension easing slightly.

at this time.

The light band of the [Mysterious Sea Beast] slowly dissipated, and its body reformed into a dazzling nebula, hovering beside the [Black Swan].

It emitted a low hum, as if bidding farewell.

Xia En bowed slightly in the direction of the [Secret Sea Beast] to express his gratitude.

"Thank you, friend."

The [Mysterious Sea Beast] emitted another buzzing sound.

Then it slowly retreated into the depths of the [Secret Sea] and disappeared into the endless void.

Xia En withdrew his gaze and looked at the starlight-woven portal in front of him.

"Next, it's our own journey."

"Little Black, prepare to enter the [Elf Realm]."

(End of this chapter)