Sea God and Blood Crown

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It was noon, and the sun was shining brightly in the sky. The group had reached a flat valley and decided to take a one-hour break. They consumed food and water to recharge their energy before resuming their journey. Their destination was Spirit City, and they needed to plan their journey carefully to ensure they arrived in time for the finals.

After some playful banter with his companions, Fang Xuan felt reinvigorated. He left the comfort of Shrek Academy's luxurious horse-drawn carriage and ventured alone into a secluded forest nearby. In this tranquil setting, he found an imposing ancient tree and sat beneath it.

Meanwhile, he took out some dry rations and water from his soul tool, nourishing himself as he studied the precious sapphire treasure in his possession – the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud. This divine-rank treasure held great significance.

In the Douluo storyline, the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud was none other than the Sea God's Heart, the core of the Sea God's Trident. To wield its power, one needed to perform a simple yet significant act: drip a drop of blood on it and claim it as their own.

However, only individuals with special constitutions capable of harnessing the power of the ocean could truly control the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud. Such constitutions were incredibly rare, approximately one in a million. Notably, Tang San, among their group, possessed such a constitution.

Fang Xuan was uncertain whether he would be deemed worthy by the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, considering its divine nature. Undeterred, he held the shroud in his left hand and drew the black sword from his waist with his right. He expertly sliced a small wound in his palm, and crimson blood trickled forth. Ignoring the pain, he raised his bleeding hand above the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud and let the droplets fall upon its gem-like surface.

Fang Xuan's heart raced as he awaited the divine tool's response. A brilliant blue light radiated from the shroud, enveloping him in a sacred and solemn aura. Occasional echoes of the sea's roars filled the air.

As Fang Xuan's blood mingled with the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, the blue light slowly transitioned to a vibrant red. Soon, the entire shroud glowed crimson, exuding an overwhelming presence that compelled everyone around to submit to its might. An ancient voice, dormant for millennia, resonated through Fang Xuan's mind, sending shivers down his spine.

"Thousands of years have passed in the blink of an eye. Everything has changed, but this Douluo Continent remains unchanged…"

An enigmatic blue projection emerged from the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, floating in the air. His lengthy azure hair swayed gently in the breeze, and his body emanated chaotic energy, obscuring his features. Fang Xuan couldn't help but sense an indescribable pressure, surpassing even that of a Titled Douluo. This being was clearly beyond mortal comprehension.

"Sea God?" Fang Xuan stammered, his voice filled with shock and awe.

The blue projection gazed down at the Douluo Continent, its piercing eyes seemingly capable of seeing all living beings, human and soul beasts alike. It fell into a contemplative silence as if reminiscing about times long past.

"Let's forget it, let's forget it," the projection said with a self-deprecating chuckle. "Ever since I became a god, I've severed my ties with the mortal world. There's no need for sorrow."

Fang Xuan was left astounded, his forehead beaded with sweat. It was as if this divine projection had uncovered all his secrets in an instant. He marveled at the power of a god.

"Young one, you're quite exceptional," the projection remarked with a smile. "The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud has sought a suitable master for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. Your blood carries the untamed essence and profoundness of the sea, making you a potential bearer of my Vast Sea's power."

Fang Xuan was overwhelmed with excitement. To be acknowledged by a deity was a tremendous honor and opportunity. In this moment, the path to godhood lay open before him.

But at that very moment, within a soul tool ring nearby, the Blood Crown, lying dormant in the depths of darkness, trembled. Its rusty and battered surface emitted a scarlet-red light that pierced through the darkness, tearing through the fabric of space before erupting from the soul tool with a resounding boom.

A torrent of blood-red killing intent materialized into countless peerless swords that pierced the heavens. These swords carried an unquenchable fighting spirit as they surged toward the Sea God's projection.

The once peaceful forest now seemed to be soaked in blood, its air heavy with the scent of gore. Fang Xuan felt suffocated as if he had been submerged in a sea of blood and corpses. He couldn't breathe, gripped by fear and shock as he witnessed the sudden transformation.

"Is this a challenge to the Sea God?" Fang Xuan murmured, his pupils trembling violently in astonishment.

The Sea God's projection was equally stunned. It attempted to raise its hand to fend off the onslaught of swords, but it was overwhelmed by the sheer number of blades. It shattered into a ball of blue light that dissipated into the surroundings.

After all, it was merely a God's Obsession, lacking substantial divine power. Faced with the overwhelming killing intent of the swords, it proved powerless to resist. The shards of blue light eventually coalesced into a sphere before merging back into the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, vanishing without a trace.

The oppressive murderous aura dissipated as if it had never existed, but it left an indelible mark on Fang Xuan. He was filled with both terror and wonder as if he had glimpsed a new world.

Before vanishing completely, the Sea God's projection left behind a final message:

"It's you!!!"