UGB #426 - [Sea of Destruction] [Awakening Vivian]
#426 - [Sea of Destruction] [Awakening Vivian]
"However, due to the appearance of the Black Tide."
"The waters of the Sea of Annihilation have been blocked by the Federation. Those ships cannot get any closer, and therefore cannot confirm the exact location of the Dragon's Nest Secret Realm."
Latiwen looked at Shane's expression and suddenly came to her senses.
"Lord Xia En, do you want to go to the [Dragon Nest Secret Realm]?"
Shane nodded: "Yes."
"In the [Dragon's Nest Secret Realm], there is something I must obtain."
"I see."
Latiwen did not ask what that thing was;
"Please be careful, Master Shane."
"Also, if it's information about the [Sea of Silence], perhaps we can ask Ms. [Nuanxue]."
Xia En naturally did not forget the "Wanshiwu" [Nuanxue] on the [Sea of Nirvana].
Its captain is Lady Jia, codenamed "Nuanxue".
Previously, during the events of [Giant Wood City], Shane had worked with her briefly.
I have gained some understanding of it.
Moreover, Madam Jia herself is also a member of the Hui Cult.
Therefore, the information obtained from her is relatively reliable.
Thinking of this, Shane nodded and said.
"Then please ask Ms. [Nuan Xue] to come over."
Today is the day when the [Hui Cult] holds a rally, so Madam Jia will naturally come to participate.
Not long after.
Latiwen brought Jiaya to Shane.
Seeing Xia En shrouded in black light at this time, Jia Ya's heart couldn't help but be moved.
To be honest.
Her vision is considered very good among the seven seas.
At the beginning, when they first met, she also noticed that Xia En was unusual.
That's why Jia asked her sister and crew to treat Shane and his Black Swan more politely.
But even so.
Jia Ya never expected this.
After that, Shane not only razed the [Giant Tree City] that was eroding the entire [Sea of Annihilation], but also became a key figure in the [Far North Expedition].
Became a hero who saved the world.
Moreover, looking at Xia En's aura at this moment, he has obviously been promoted to the legendary level!
And it hasn’t even been a year since we last parted.
Thinking of this, Jia Ya couldn't help feeling a little dazed.
Such deeds are even more bizarre and exaggerated than some of the epic legends on the Seven Seas.
However, Jia Ya was a personal participant in this legendary experience.
Her mood was inevitably complicated.
Soon, Ji Ya calmed down and bowed respectfully to Xia En.
"Lord Xia En, it's been a long time since we last met. You look even more charming than before."
Shane smiled slightly, speaking in a calm tone.
"Mrs. Jia, there's no need to be so polite."
"I invited you here this time because I want to ask you for some information about the [Nirvana Sea] and the [Black Tide]."
Jiya nodded and her expression became serious.
"In fact, I have witnessed the rising of the Kuroshio with my own eyes."
"oh?"
"After all, abnormal phenomena are not uncommon on the Seven Seas."
"But we soon discovered that things were far more serious than we thought."
"That black wave seemed to have life, constantly devouring everything around it."
“The sea water became sticky and the air was filled with a rotten smell.”
"The most terrifying thing is that any creature that comes into contact with the Black Tide will instantly lose its vitality and turn into black, dry bones."
Jia Ya paused and continued.
"To be honest, that scene has something in common with the tree people in the Giant Tree City."
"Back then, the tree people would attack and capture other sea beasts and ships and offer sacrifices to the gods they believed in."
"And the entire [Black Tide] seems to be devouring other creatures, thereby making itself stronger and stronger."
"If I must say, that [Black Tide] is alive!"
Shane stroked his chin, looking thoughtful.
Ji Ya's words vaguely confirmed his previous guess.
There is indeed some connection between [Kuroshio] and [Evil God]!
Shane asked again: "I also heard that there is a strange creature in the Black Tide?"
"Yes."
Jiya's expression became more serious: "I have never seen a creature like that."
"Their appearance is twisted and strange, as if they were condensed from pure darkness."
"It is almost impossible to kill it using conventional means."
"They will indiscriminately attack any ship that approaches the Kuroshio. Some ships have even been dragged into the depths of the Kuroshio and never returned."
Shane pondered for a moment and asked.
"What do you think might be the source of the Black Tide?"
Ji Ya shook her head and said, "I dare not jump to conclusions."
"One thing is certain, the Black Tide is related to some kind of power in the Sea of Annihilation."
A strange look flashed in Xia En's eyes: "Do you think so too?"
Ji Ya smiled bitterly and said, "This is just my guess."
"After all, the name of [Sea of Silence] has a long history."
"Besides, based on some legends I've heard."
"The reason why the [Nirvana Sea] seems so dangerous is because, deep in this sea, there is a passage leading to another world."
"This makes the concentration of secret power in the sea water extremely abnormal."
"And now, with the fusion of the Seven Seas World and other Secret Realms, this has led to the emergence of the Black Tide."
After hearing this, Xia En was secretly surprised.
Although Jiaya doesn't know the relevant information about [Evil God of Destiny] like himself.
However, based on her experience and knowledge, she came to a similar conclusion.
Xia En thought for a moment, and his guess about the [Black Tide] became clearer.
He looked at Ji Ya and said solemnly: "Madam Ji Ya, thank you for your information."
"Next, I plan to go to the [Sea of Nirvana] in person to find the location of the [Dragon Nest Secret Realm]."
"At the same time, explore the secrets of the Black Tide."
"If you have any new discoveries, please inform me in time."
Ji Ya nodded seriously and said, "Master Xia En, please rest assured. I will continue to pay attention to the movements of the Black Tide."
"If you need any help, the [Nuanxue] is always at your disposal."
Then.
Shane exchanged some information with Latiwen, Jiaya and others, and then left the [Land of Glory].
…
…
A few days later.
The marginal sea area of [Sea of Nirvana].
On the sea surface, the originally deep water became increasingly dark, and an unsettling sense of oppression permeated the air.
The skyline in the distance was covered by a thick layer of black clouds, and the whole world seemed to be stained with a gray hue.
The Black Swan, with its pitch-black hull, quietly sailed into the sea.
Shane stood at the bow, looking deep into the distance.
He could feel that the atmosphere of this sea area was completely different from before.
The feeling of decay and death was so strong that even the air seemed to become sticky and suffocating.
At this time.
Joey walked up to Shane, looked at the sea not far away, and couldn't help frowning.
"[Nirvana Sea]...has it turned into this?"
The former [Sea of Nirvana] was already the most dangerous of the seven seas.
Especially the sea area where the tree people occupied the [Giant Wood City], which once became a "forbidden zone for life."
But even so.
The [Sea of Nirvana] at that time was not as dead and desolate as it is now.
This shows the impact of the Kuroshio Tide.
However, on the sea in the distance, there were still several federal patrol ships wandering around.
Notice the arrival of the Black Swan.
Soon, a patrol ship came towards them.
But after approaching the Black Swan, the other party seemed to quickly realize the identity of the ship's owner.
The expressions of the crew members on the ship quickly changed from vigilance to awe and excitement.
Then they conveyed friendly greetings to the Black Swan through flags and light signals.
Shane nodded slightly, indicating that Joey should respond to the other party's signal.
Soon, an officer on the patrol ship spoke to the Black Swan through a loudspeaker.
"Respected Lord Xia En, welcome to the [Sea of Nirvana]."
"We are the Third Patrol Fleet of the Federation Navy. We have been ordered to monitor the movements of the Black Tide. Do you need any assistance or guidance?"
Facing the now well-deserved federal hero, the attitude of these federal officers was naturally extremely respectful and friendly.
Shane stepped forward, his voice steady and powerful.
"Thank you for your regards."
"I am here to investigate the source of the Black Tide and find the location of the Dragon's Nest Secret Realm."
"If you have any latest information about the Black Tide, please share it with us."
The officer was obviously surprised at Shane's intention, but he quickly regained his composure and replied.
"Lord Shane, we don't have much information about the Black Tide."
"All we know now is that its range of activity is expanding."
"Also, more and more strange creatures are emerging from the Black Tide."
Shane frowned slightly and continued to ask.
"Have you ever tried to go deep into the core area of the Black Tide?"
The officer shook his head, with a hint of helplessness in his tone.
"We sent out several reconnaissance teams, but they either lost contact or brought back extremely confusing reports."
"Their sanity seems to have been polluted by some indescribable existence."
"According to the survivors, the core area of the Black Tide seems to be a completely different world, full of distorted space and incomprehensible phenomena."
"We don't have the power to penetrate deep into it at the moment."
Shane nodded, and had a clearer understanding of the danger of the Black Tide.
He thought for a moment, then spoke.
"Thank you for your reminder, we will proceed with caution."
"If you find anything unusual, please notify us immediately."
The officer responded respectfully, "Yes, Lord Shane."
“I wish you all the best.”
As the [patrol ship] slowly sailed away, the [Black Swan] continued to move towards the depths of the [Sea of Annihilation].
The atmosphere on the sea became increasingly depressing, with a smell of decay filling the air.
It seems that even time has slowed down here.
And it was at this moment.
Shane noticed that the [Eternal Coffin] placed deep in the cabin suddenly emitted a strange wave.
After invoking Vivian's [Power of Annihilation] last time.
There is some mysterious connection between Shane and this [Eternal Coffin].
Coupled with Shane's control over the Black Swan, he naturally sensed the unusual movement of the Eternal Coffin at the first moment.
"This is……"
Xia En's expression changed, and his figure seemed to merge into the void.
When he appeared again, he was in the deep of the cabin, in front of the [Eternal Coffin].
At this time, the [Eternal Coffin] was shaking slightly.
It’s like resonating with some existence in the outside world.
Shane stared at the [Eternal Coffin] with a frown on his face.
He could feel that the dormant [Power of Extinction] in the coffin was slowly awakening.
It's like being pulled by some external energy.
The runes on the surface of the coffin flickered slightly, emitting a dim light, creating a strange resonance with the surrounding space.
"Vivian..."
Shane murmured quietly, feeling vaguely uneasy.
Ever since she borrowed the [Power of Nirvana] last time, Vivian's consciousness has been in a dormant state.
At this moment, the unusual movement of the [Eternal Coffin] was obviously related to some power in the [Sea of Annihilation].
Not long.
In the transparent coffin wall, Vivian's transparent figure gradually emerged.
Seeing this, Shane's face suddenly showed joy.
Sure enough, just as An said, the [Eternal Coffin] can nourish Vivian's damaged soul.
As long as she is given enough time, she will be able to return to her original state.
And at this time.
Vivian's eyes seemed half open, but her lips moved, as if she was waking up.
Shane reacted suddenly.
Vivian, what do you want to say?
Thinking of this, Shane reached out and touched the wall of the [Eternal Coffin], trying to establish a connection with Vivian's consciousness.
But at the moment of touching the [Eternal Coffin].
A cold and violent energy suddenly surged out of the coffin and spread along his arm to his entire body.
Shane's body shook slightly, and the scene in front of him instantly distorted, as if he was pulled into a strange space.
When I opened my eyes again.
Shane was on a strange sea.
The sea water beneath my feet was as dark as ink, and there was not a trace of light in the sky.
It was like pure, suffocating darkness.
There is no trace of any life.
The air was filled with the smell of decay and death, as if countless pairs of eyes were watching him in the darkness.
Just standing here, Shane felt an instinctive discomfort.
That is the living thing's own aversion to death and decay!
"here it is……"
Shane looked around and suddenly a ridiculous idea occurred to him.
Could this rotten and decaying world... be the destroyed [Seven Seas World]?
Because Shane happened to be on the [Sea of Nirvana] and came into contact with the [Coffin of Eternity], he was able to briefly enter this world?
Just at this moment.
A familiar voice sounded in Shane's ears.
"Captain Shane..."
Xia En looked in the direction of the voice and saw Vivian's figure floating out of the darkness.
Her figure was illusory and transparent, as if it would disappear at any time.
Vivian looked around with complicated eyes and murmured softly.
"This was once my home..."