"I am the Sea God, Poseidon."
The moment the divine phantom appeared, everyone present felt tremendous pressure.
Oscar and Ning Rongrong subconsciously held their breath. Even Tang Hao and Tang Xiao's expressions changed drastically.
An actual God had appeared before them.
Only Tang San managed to maintain composure on the surface, though waves were already surging within his heart.
At the same time, inside Poseidon's mind—
'Dammit!'
The Sea God was far less calm than he appeared outwardly.
'These mortals are truly troublesome.'
'Why don't they use the proper entrance valley?'
'Instead, they insist on crossing those dangerous chains between mountain peaks.'
Because of this unexpected route, he had nearly missed Tang San entirely when the latter first entered the Clear Sky Clan..
If not for the massive divine fluctuations caused by Bibi Dong and Tang Chen's battle attracting his attention, he might have completely lost track of Tang San again.
And just now, Tang San's group had escaped through the rear mountain paths.
Poseidon had practically used divine power to monitor the surrounding terrain before finally locating and stalking them silently. The Vast sea cosmic Shroud falling with the rubble was an accident created by him
'If I hadn't been paying attention, this brat would have disappeared under my nose again.'
The more he thought about it, the more helpless he felt.
However, his determination remained firm because Tang San was the only perfect inheritor in his eyes.
More importantly—He did not want his Sea God Island and the legacy he had built in the mortal world to become nothing more than a stepping stone for Asura God's plans.
Poseidon understood Asura too well.
If another inheritor received the Sea God inheritance, there was a very high chance they would ultimately be sacrificed to further Tang San's growth. Sea God is shrewd enough to understand that Angel Goddess and Rakshasa Goddess might be used as stepping stones to Tang San's rise.
Poseidon absolutely did not wish to see, his godhead getting the same treatment even if that was his future inheritor.
He wanted freedom after leaving the Divine Realm—But he also wanted his legacy to survive.
Thus, Tang San was the best choice. The Sea God phantom calmly pointed toward the floating Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.
"What a coincidence."
"I never expected to encounter mortals here."
"After my high priestess perished, this important artifact was lost within the mountain crevices."
His tone sounded natural and indifferent.
However, inwardly, Poseidon was already making plans rapidly.
'I even used the excuse of finding a new inheritor to skip the Eros God's trial, that was going on.'
'Now I just need to guide Tang San toward Sea God Island.'
'Once he reaches there, I can directly begin the inheritance.'
At this point, Tang San respectfully stepped forward and bowed.
"Junior Tang San greets Senior Sea God."
Though he appeared calm, his heart was already racing.
The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud had practically fallen before him from the sky, he could not afford to lose it.
'Could it be…'
'Even fate itself is helping me?'
Tang San suppressed the excitement surging inside his heart and respectfully asked,
"Respected Sea God… was your High Priestess named Bo Saixi?"
The Sea God's projection nodded calmly.
"Yes."
The moment he received confirmation, Tang San's expression immediately changed. His eyes reddened slightly, and his face flushed as if he had suffered some tremendous injustice.
"Respected Sea God, then High Priestess Bo Saixi died because of those people from Evil Spirit Hall."
Tang Hao and the others were startled by his sudden words.Tang San continued with righteous indignation,
"It is said that eight years ago they secretly joined forces and ambushed High Priestess Bo Saixi."
"High Priestess must have been caught off guard. Otherwise, with her strength, how could she possibly fall so easily?"
"Now those people are deliberately spreading rumors, claiming the battle was merely revenge. In truth, they only wished to conceal their greed."
"They wanted to invade Sea God Island and seize its secrets."
Tang San spoke with absolute certainty, his tone filled with anger and grief.
Anyone listening would think he was sincerely defending Bo Saixi's honor.
The Sea God silently stared at him.
Inside his mind, however—Poseidon blinked and for a brief moment, even he was stunned.
Because he himself had witnessed the events surrounding Bo Saixi's death. He naturally knew how much nonsense Tang San had just spoken.
Yet somehow—Tang San's expression looked completely genuine. Even the grief and indignation on his face appeared natural.
Poseidon could not help but sigh inwardly.
'This fellow…He is truly a talent.'
His ability to distort facts while maintaining such a righteous expression was honestly remarkable.
Before Poseidon could respond, Tang San stepped forward again and bowed respectfully.
"Respected Sea God."
"I would like to escort this artifact back to Sea God Island."
"This divine object belongs within your temple and should not remain buried within these mountains."
As he spoke, Tang San's eyes burned with sincerity.
However, inwardly, his heart was already surging with excitement.
'Success. As long as I reach Sea God Island, I can officially begin the Sea God inheritance.'
Compared to the uncertainty surrounding Asura God's inheritance, the Sea God inheritance was far more direct and stable.
Most importantly—Tang San understood that in the current chaotic continent, he desperately needed strength.
Only then could he destroy Spirit Hall in the future and protect Xiao Wu and everyone around him.
The Sea God looked at Tang San quietly. The more he observed him, the more satisfied he became.
This young man's temperament, talent, cunning mind, and ambition all perfectly matched Poseidon's expectations.
At the very least, Tang San clearly understood how to seize opportunities.
The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud slowly floated toward Tang San.
Poseidon spoke with a majestic tone,
"You possess affinity with this artifact."
"Perhaps this is fate.....Since you are willing, then bring it to Sea God Island."
Tang San immediately lowered his head respectfully.
"This junior will not disappoint Senior Sea God."
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(AN: This chapter explains that Posiedon's reason of taking Tang San as his inheritor is much more pragmatic)