Facing the Sea Witch's radiant smile, Ye Tian couldn't muster any sense of joy.
Having the Sea Witch by his side as a protector?
This was blatant surveillance!
"Can I refuse?" Ye Tian weakly looked at Bo Saixi, asking in a low voice.
Bo Saixi replied indifferently:
"The inheritance mark is extremely important, and there are very few of them even across the entire Douluo Continent."
"Having the Sea Witch by your side is not just to ensure your safety. More importantly, it is to protect the inheritance mark within your body."
Upon hearing this, Ye Tian fully understood.
Bo Saixi was clearly giving him a perfunctory excuse.
Protect the mark? It was more about preventing him from escaping.
The weak really have no rights, huh?
Ye Tian had already lost all hope in Sea God Island.
This made him, who already thought the Sea God was hypocritical and arrogant, despise the deity even more.
He couldn't entrust his fate to others. What he desperately needed now was to leave Sea God Island.
Only after leaving could he take his time to figure things out.
He could then find a way to expel the Sea God's inheritance mark from the spiritual sea in his brow.
Ye Tian was burning with rage.
Bo Saixi and the others were underestimating him.
With his medical expertise, expelling the inheritance mark from his brow might be challenging, but it wasn't impossible.
He never actively provoked anyone, nor did he hold grudges easily.
But he would remember this debt with Sea God Island!
Suppressing his anger in his heart, Ye Tian feigned politeness and said to Bo Saixi:
"Since the inheritance mark is already in me, let me return and think carefully about whether I want to inherit the position of the Sea God."
Hearing this, Bo Saixi exhaled a soft breath.
Ye Tian finally gave in.
All her efforts hadn't been in vain.
She nodded lightly and looked at Ye Tian:
"It's good that you've come around. You must understand that opportunities to ascend to godhood are rare. I'm doing this for your own good."
"Thank you, Bo Saixi, Your Grace." Ye Tian's tone revealed no emotion.
Bo Saixi didn't pay much more attention to Ye Tian. Her gaze shifted to the Sea Witch:
"Accompany Ye Tian back to the mainland this time. Be extra cautious and ensure his safety at all costs."
"Rest assured, High Priest. I won't fail in my mission," the Sea Witch responded firmly, placing a hand on her chest and bowing slightly.
"Witch sister, I'm so envious of you. You get to leave Sea God Island," the refined and gentle Sea Star Douluo said with a smile.
Sea Illusion Douluo also smiled and added:
"Indeed. Thinking about it, it's been forty years since I last left Sea God Island.
When you return, you must share your experiences with us so we can learn about the interesting happenings on the mainland."
The Sea Witch covered her mouth and laughed:
"It's just the High Priest's task. I'm not going for fun. How could I encounter so many interesting things?"
After saying this, the Sea Witch didn't forget to pat Ye Tian on the shoulder.
"Little brother, when we're on the mainland, you must do your job as a tour guide properly."
"And you say you're not going for fun? You even have a tour guide ready," Sea Illusion Douluo teased.
"Haha, just taking advantage!" The Sea Witch chuckled softly.
"I will," Ye Tian replied with a broad smile, though a glint of light flickered in his eyes.
"It's getting late. Ye Tian is getting married tomorrow. You'd best set out quickly," Bo Saixi stated flatly.
"Understood."
The Sea Witch nodded seriously, then gestured to Ye Tian.
"Little brother, let's go."
...
Ye Tian and the Sea Witch, escorted by the great white shark Xiao Bai, returned to the port of East Sea City.
"Sea Witch sister, I'm heading back now," Xiao Bai said, waving goodbye after transforming into human form.
"Since you're already here, wouldn't you like to see the bustling mainland?" The Sea Witch smiled slightly.
Xiao Bai, who always stayed in the deep ocean, rarely ventured nearshore and had never explored the mainland.
"Tomorrow is Ye Tian's wedding. There will be plenty of delicious food," the Sea Witch said, her eyes sparkling with temptation.
Unfamiliar with the mainland, she was eager for Xiao Bai to accompany her for a few nights.
Hearing this, Xiao Bai hesitated.
Though she could transform into a human, the state wasn't sustainable.
Staying away from the ocean for too long could be dangerous.
But deep inside, she longed to see the bustling human world.
"Stop hesitating," the Sea Witch said, adjusting her glasses and holding Xiao Bai's hand.
With a gentle expression, she glanced at Ye Tian:
"I'm sure Ye Tian's family wouldn't mind an extra pair of chopsticks."
Ye Tian's expression remained calm.
"Come if you'd like."
However, his mood was far from pleasant at the moment.
Having survived the trials of Sea God Island, he was still filled with frustration toward Bo Saixi.
"Fine, but I'll stay for only two days. Just two days," Xiao Bai said resolutely, holding up two fingers.
"Alright!" The Sea Witch smiled triumphantly, nodding slightly.
"Young master! It's the young master!"
Amid their conversation, a surprised voice came from the distance at the dock.
Moments later, several Soul Master auras appeared one after another.
"Who's there?"
The Sea Witch's face turned wary. She hadn't expected trouble right after stepping onto the mainland.
"Don't worry. They're probably here for me," Ye Tian said calmly.
"Ah, I see. You must be quite influential in these parts," the Sea Witch remarked with admiration.
"Just so-so," Ye Tian replied.
A moment later, several Soul Masters landed beside Ye Tian.
Leading them was Thirteen, who knelt on one knee upon seeing Ye Tian and saluted.
"Young master, we've finally found you. You really scared us!"
"What happened? Old Chen said some damn big fish dragged you away."
Hearing this, Xiao Bai clenched her fists, making creaking sounds.
The Demon Soul Great White Shark was a protector beast of Sea God Island, personally chosen by the Sea God. It was no "big fish"!
Seeing this, the Sea Witch gently patted Xiao Bai's hand and whispered: "Don't get angry. Let them be."
"It's nothing serious. Just a mischievous shark. Thankfully, these two Soul Masters saved me, allowing me to escape."
Ye Tian wasn't lying, but on the way back, the Sea Witch had already warned him.
The affairs of Sea God Island must not be divulged to more people.
With the Sea Witch present, Ye Tian naturally couldn't say more.
"I see," Thirteen replied, understanding the situation.
"Why are you here alone? Where's Old Chen and the others?" Ye Tian asked.
"They went out to sea to search for you," Thirteen reported truthfully. "I'll send someone to inform them immediately."
"Brother!"
At that moment, Hu Liena's voice came from behind.
Before Ye Tian could turn around, she ran up and tightly embraced him from behind.
"When I heard something happened to you, both my teacher and I were terrified."
The Sea Witch smiled faintly and asked:
"Is this your fiancée?"
"Yes," Ye Tian nodded, not bothering to hide it.
"Who are they?"
Upon seeing the Sea Witch and Xiao Bai, Hu Liena suddenly became vigilant.
(End of Chapter)
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