Soul Land: Raiden Shogun Is My Martial Soul

Chapter 169: Poseidon: "Ah-choo!"

The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud is the core of a "divine-level soul tool," containing the legacy of the Sea God.

Without this "Heart of the Sea God," even someone as gifted as Bo Saixi wouldn't be able to receive the Sea God's legacy, known as the Sea God's Nine Trials.

"A trace of Poseidon's divine soul seems to reside within the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud. With it, one can master the Sea God's legacy. Without it, no one can undertake the Sea God's Nine Trials, as without it, one couldn't safely wield or fuse with the Sea God's Trident and complete the trials."

Kong pondered silently, reaching a decision.

He didn't need the Sea God's legacy, but it would be better to keep it for himself rather than leave it to Tang San. Besides, it would prevent that remnant soul from causing trouble.

When he meets Poseidon someday, he'll make sure to strike a blow, to show that gods should—or rather, shouldn't—do certain things!

Would a true god stoop to such prying behavior?

He's completely unworthy of being a god!

"Let's leave it for the next time we meet. After all, the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud isn't going anywhere."

The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud was worshiped as a "national treasure" by the Heaven Dou Empire. Ignorant of its true power, they enshrined it. After Tang San revealed the identity of "Xue Qinghe" and rescued Emperor Xue Ye, the Heaven Dou Empire gifted it to Tang San.

"It's not that I underestimate Tang San, but with his current situation, how could he possibly obtain the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud?"

Kong shook his head, discarding the thoughts from his mind.

In a palace surrounded by ocean in the Divine Realm—

"Ah-choo..."

A towering giant sneezed, rubbing his nose in bewilderment.

"Damn it, that's strange!"

"Since I became a god—using the time of Douluo Continent, that was over twenty thousand years ago—I've never sneezed!"

"What's going on lately? I've sneezed several times in a row!"

"Could it be that little whale thinking about me?"

Poseidon muttered as he rubbed his nose.

For all the years he'd been a god, he hadn't offended anyone. Those stronger than him were beyond his reach, and those weaker wouldn't be foolish enough to provoke him.

Except for that one little whale that always wanted him dead!

That was even before he became a god.

In the Divine Realm, due to the oversight of the Divine Realm Committee, gods are not allowed to observe or intervene in the lower realms, even if they are first-level gods.

As of now, Poseidon's Sea God's Nine Trials have not been activated, and he hasn't found an inheritor, so he's unable to directly observe the lower realm.

He can only sense general conditions around Sea God Island on the Douluo Continent.

Poseidon couldn't figure it out, so he stopped dwelling on it. He even regretted leaving the legacy on Douluo's mainland; after all these years, no one had succeeded in taking on his Nine Trials.

"Sigh, the Divine Realm… it's just a bigger cage. If I'd known, why did I throw the Heart of the Sea God onto the land back then? Wouldn't it have been better to keep it on Sea God Island?"

Though Poseidon's character leaves much to be desired, his talent is immense. He became a first-level god on his own, reaching the pinnacle of that realm.

Unlike Tang San, he did not seize the oceanic authority of the Douluo star, yet he achieved this level of strength, showcasing his talent!

Compared to Tang San, Poseidon's character almost seems honorable...

"Well, whatever. Eventually, I'll have to pass on the god's position. I wonder what's up with the Heart of the Sea God—it's been so many years, and no suitable inheritor has appeared!"

"Could it be… that fragment of my divine soul betrayed me?"

Poseidon laughed at the thought—how could his own divine soul betray him?

It was a fragment he separated before his ascension. Though its strength wasn't high, it had reached divine level and could handle matters below that realm.

Even against a newly ascended deity, it would stand a chance. There's no way it could just disappear without a trace.

Since there's been no sign of it all these years, the Heart of the Sea God hasn't been activated, meaning no suitable inheritor has been found.

"Keep training, keep waiting—time will tell."

At this moment, Poseidon had no idea what kind of fate awaited his legacy…

And that a blond figure was waiting to strike him down.

Douluo Continent, Spirit City, the Pope's Palace.

Ghost Douluo, his face obscured, stood trembling beneath the Pope's palace.

He was beginning to regret bringing the truth to Bibi Dong, shattering her cherished illusion.

With "an eager heart and trembling hands," Bibi Dong examined a thick pile of documents laid out before her. The more she read, the more horrified she became, her hands shaking even more.

Previously, she had sent Ghost Douluo to investigate the events of the past, and Ghost Douluo had not disappointed her. He uncovered everything with remarkable clarity, even going to Heaven Dou City to find out why Yu Xiaogang had parted ways with Liu Erlong and Flender.

The truth he discovered left him speechless; Yu Xiaogang might not be powerful, but he certainly knew how to play the game!

"Ghost, you may go and rest for now."

After a moment, Bibi Dong spoke with a neutral expression.

"Yes, Your Holiness."

Ghost Douluo did not hesitate, quickly leaving the palace. As he shut the doors behind him, he heard a howl of rage from within—so raw and terrifying, like a spirit from hell.

It was a bone-chilling sound.

"..."

Ghost Douluo inhaled sharply, not daring to linger, and left the palace doors.

Bibi Dong was losing control, and he would be wise not to stay any longer.

Fortunately, she still retained a shred of reason and let him go.

Lies don't hurt people—truth is the knife that cuts the deepest.

After a long while, Bibi Dong gradually returned to a semblance of calm.

"Yu Xiaogang, very well. I, the Pope, will make you understand the price of deception!"

"I will destroy everything you hold dear!"

Her brows arched with fury, her face pale, her hair fluttering, her eyes filled with murderous intent.

However, now was not the time; she had to focus on the Rakshasa God Trials and could not act hastily, or all her efforts would be for naught.

It was unclear how much time passed before Bibi Dong finally appeared composed—or at least, she looked it on the surface.

"Hm? This is… a letter from Xue'er… no, from Qian Renxue. Why would she write to me?"

Seeing Qian Renxue's signature, a hint of softness flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes, though it was quickly hidden.

Regardless of how Qian Renxue had come into the world, it wasn't her fault. After all, she was still Bibi Dong's daughter.

After a moment's hesitation, Bibi Dong finally opened the letter.

Though curious and puzzled as to why Qian Renxue would write to her, she couldn't resist taking a look.

"???"

The first part of the letter was fairly normal, mainly reporting on her "work" in Heaven Dou City.

But as she read further…

(Chapter End)

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