Chapter 89: Chapter 89: Zhou Yi's Wager — A Bet with Lives at Stake
"Paying respects to the High Priestess."
The injured Sea Dragon Douluo struggled to his feet, bowing slightly as he greeted Bo Saixi, his voice tinged with shame:
"I failed to repel the invading enemies. Please punish me, High Priestess."
As he spoke, his gaze toward Bo Saixi was filled with reverence and fervent devotion.
To him, Bo Saixi was unfathomable—like the boundless ocean itself.
With her overseeing Sea God Island, no matter how powerful a hundred-thousand-year-old Soul Beast from the deep sea or an intruding Soul Master from the mainland, none dared to challenge the sanctity of the Sea God's domain. She was the protector of this tranquil haven.
"No wonder she's called the strongest female Soul Master on the Douluo Continent today," Zhou Yi thought to himself, his eyes lighting up as he beheld her for the first time. "She truly is stunning, with an unparalleled aura, far more captivating than any portrayal in animation!"
He had heard tales of Bo Saixi's immense strength and enigmatic nature—an existence likened to the vast and unending sea.
Zhou Yi resolved to put those claims to the test.
In time, the truth would reveal itself.
For now, though, he was certain of one thing—Bo Saixi was someone he was determined to win over.
"Paying respects to the High Priestess."
Sea Spear Douluo, Sea Fantasy Douluo, Sea Horse Douluo, Sea Ghost Douluo, Sea Star Douluo, and even Sea Maiden Douluo, who remained in Zhou Yi's arms, all shared the same exhilaration.
Struggling to stand, they each bowed deeply in greeting and expressed their remorse:
"We failed to repel the invading enemies. Please punish us, High Priestess."
Bo Saixi smiled faintly, her presence so captivating that even the surrounding sea seemed to ripple in response.
"This is not your fault. They were foes far beyond your capabilities to contend with."
Her gaze swept across the assembled crowd, lingering on each person as though seeing directly into their hearts.
Finally, her eyes rested on Zhou Yi.
It was impossible not to notice him—perched atop Xiao Bai's back, he was an unmistakable presence.
"Rest assured, Xiao Bai is unharmed," Zhou Yi said with a casual smile, patting Xiao Bai's head reassuringly. "I'm just here for some fun, while they're the ones picking a fight. You deal with them first!"
Tang Chen: "…"
Qian Daoliu: "…"
So, he's just throwing us under the bus?
Bo Saixi gave Zhou Yi a deep, discerning look.
The fact that he could ride on Xiao Bai's back meant his strength clearly surpassed the Soul Beast's. Yet, Xiao Bai remained uninjured—a sign that Zhou Yi likely bore no true malice.
However, such considerations mattered little.
On Sea God Island, Bo Saixi held supreme confidence in her ability to suppress any invader.
Since Zhou Yi showed no intention of fighting her, there was no urgency to deal with him.
Her focus shifted to Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu. After all, these two had injured many of her subordinates, including seven Titled Douluos, all of whom were wounded to varying degrees.
"The Soul Masters who came before—are they your people?"
Bo Saixi's voice, calm and resolute, turned toward Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu.
"I am Tang Chen of the Clear Sky Clan," Tang Chen responded, cupping his hands in respect. "The Soul Masters you mentioned likely belong to Spirit Hall. This gentleman here is none other than their Grand Consecration."
He gestured toward Qian Daoliu.
Qian Daoliu: "…"
You're throwing me under the bus now, too?
"I am Qian Daoliu, Grand Consecration of Spirit Hall," Qian Daoliu said, cupping his hands with a slight smile. "Perhaps there was some misunderstanding earlier. I came here today with no ill intentions, only hoping to meet a fellow cultivator."
"I have resided on Sea God Island for many years, yet the illustrious names of the Clear Sky Clan and Spirit Hall have long echoed like thunder in my ears. Meeting the two of you today is truly an honor. I humbly request your guidance."
Bo Saixi's deep, sapphire-blue eyes swept over Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu. Her serene voice carried an undertone of undeniable authority and cold determination.
These two had come to her Sea God Island, injured her subordinates, and now sought to pass it off as a misunderstanding? Such an affront could not be dismissed without consequence.
One way or another, a reckoning was inevitable.
Qian Daoliu understood this well and stepped forward decisively. "If that's the case, I humbly request guidance from the High Priestess!"
Although his heart wavered slightly upon first seeing Bo Saixi, he had no intention of holding back.
On the contrary, he planned to unleash his full strength—striking decisively and utterly defeating Bo Saixi. Only by demonstrating his power could he hope to win her admiration.
After all, women, especially formidable ones like Bo Saixi, would never be won over by subservience.
Why?
Because they revered strength.
They admired the strong.
Boom!
The battle erupted in a stunning display of power. As two Rank 99 Pinnacle Douluos, their clash unleashed an overwhelming might that left even the likes of Sea Dragon Douluo, Sea Maiden Douluo, and other Titled Douluos utterly astonished.
"Too powerful."
"Terrifying beyond imagination."
The strength of Qian Daoliu exceeded their expectations.
Yet, despite their shock, there was no trace of fear in their eyes—only fervent excitement, reverence, and exhilaration.
"The High Priestess will utterly defeat these invaders!"
Beneath Zhou Yi's imposing presence, Xiao Bai—currently serving as his mount—gazed at Bo Saixi, whose combat prowess radiated like that of a Sea Goddess. Her eyes glimmered with admiration as she turned to Zhou Yi, barking fiercely:
"The High Priestess will vanquish both Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen! But you—she will never lose to the likes of you!"
Zhou Yi chuckled lightly, ruffling Xiao Bai's shark head with casual ease. His voice brimmed with unshakable confidence:
"Perhaps she can defeat Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen, but not me."
"Because I am invincible."
He flashed a grin. "Your High Priestess is destined to fall to me!"
"Anyone can spout grandiose claims!" Xiao Bai retorted indignantly. "Just because you beat me doesn't mean you can best Lady Bo Saixi. On this island, she is invincible!"
Nearby, Sea Maiden Douluo's icy-blue eyes shot a glare at Zhou Yi, sharp with disapproval.
"You won't be so smug once you've witnessed the High Priestess' true power!"
"Oh, is that so?" Zhou Yi's smile deepened.
He knew well that Bo Saixi could command the vast power of the ocean, bending it to her will. Here, on Sea God Island, even Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen were outmatched.
But Zhou Yi? His power far exceeded theirs.
"How about we make a wager?"
Zhou Yi's gaze flickered between Xiao Bai's indignant expression and the Sea Maiden Douluo's delicate features. His tone was calm, almost playful:
"The loser must unconditionally grant the winner one request. What do you say?"
"A wager it is!"
Neither Xiao Bai nor Sea Maiden Douluo hesitated. Their mocking laughter betrayed their utter confidence in Bo Saixi's supremacy.
"You're doomed to lose! The High Priestess cannot be defeated!"
"We'll see." Zhou Yi's calm demeanor remained unshaken.
"Just you wait!" Xiao Bai snapped. "If you lose, I'll make you my mount for life, ferrying me across the seas every day!"
Clearly, she was still sore about being used as Zhou Yi's ride, seeking retribution in kind.
Zhou Yi chuckled. "Fine. If I lose, I'll be your steed for life. But if you lose, you'll be my ride—forever! Hahaha!"
"I won't lose!" Xiao Bai growled defiantly.
"The High Priestess won't lose!" Sea Maiden Douluo echoed her unwavering faith in Bo Saixi.
Their confidence wasn't unfounded. On Sea God Island, where Bo Saixi's power reigned supreme, no ordinary opponent could defeat her.
But Zhou Yi wasn't an ordinary opponent.
Not only was he armed with extraordinary abilities, but his cultivation had already reached the fabled Rank 100.
Victory was inevitable.
As Zhou Yi's gaze drifted toward the shoreline battlefield, the scene before him was nothing short of awe-inspiring.
The boundless ocean roared with towering waves, crashing with an unstoppable ferocity. The sheer force seemed to embody divine wrath, as though the Sea God himself had descended to unleash judgment.
Amidst the endless tempest, Bo Saixi stood at the crest of the waves, her unparalleled beauty radiating an aura of regal magnificence. Clad in her battle attire, she held her staff firmly, exuding an air of unyielding authority as the wind whipped around her.
Behind her, the ethereal manifestation of her Sea God martial soul loomed—a divine figure of oceanic majesty, casting her as a true goddess of the sea.
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