"Crack—"
The moment Ye Feng's rule took effect, the Sea God Avatar behind Bo Saixi shattered violently.
As the Sea God Avatar dispersed, Bo Saixi's Soul Rings automatically vanished.
In an instant, the turbulent seas within tens of thousands of miles calmed completely.
All waters returned to their original tranquility.
Ye Feng also felt the pressure lift entirely.
However, what surprised him was that banning Bo Saixi's Martial Soul had consumed a staggering ninety-nine percent of his Soul Power!
Clearly, Bo Saixi's Martial Soul was connected to the true "Sea God"!
Fortunately, Ye Feng's cultivation had reached level 70. Had he been slightly weaker, this single ban would have drained his Soul Power completely.
Though his recovery was swift, battles between experts were decided in split seconds. The slightest misstep could mean instant death.
"You... what have you done to me?!" Bo Saixi's heart trembled violently!
She could no longer sense the presence of her Martial Soul!
Not only that, she had even lost her connection to the Sea God and the ocean itself!
Her Martial Soul was the Sea God—or rather, a projection of the Sea God's power!
This was why, as a peak Demigod, she could connect with the entire ocean!
The vast sea was her lifeline!
Above the waters, she was invincible, unkillable!
But now, her Martial Soul had vanished!
All abilities and enhancements granted by her Martial Soul disappeared with it, reducing her to an ordinary mortal!
For the first time in centuries, an inexplicable terror surged in Bo Saixi's heart.
Since becoming the High Priestess of the Sea God, she had believed herself invincible in this world, beyond any threat.
Yet now, an absurdly powerful opponent had appeared...
"You don't need to know." Ye Feng's expression remained cold as he clenched his fist, preparing to deliver a brutal strike.
Though it was a pity to hit such a beautiful woman.
Ye Feng's goal was to directly enslave her through the [Star Dragon Pact].
If he didn't cripple her first, a failed enslavement would likely result in her instant death.
Bo Saixi's heart already belonged to Tang Chen. For Ye Feng to claim her through normal means would be exceedingly difficult, especially since she was not only Tang Chen's but also the Sea God's.
Her heart was already filled to the brim by both. For Ye Feng to force his way in would be nearly impossible.
Might as well forcibly contract her—not only would he immediately possess her body, but he'd also instantly claim her heart.
Not using his cheat abilities would be downright stupid.
"Hum—"
Ye Feng slowly tightened his fist, the terrifying force causing faint cracks to appear in the surrounding space.
"N-no... what are you doing?! I am the High Priestess of the Sea God! If you kill me, you'll incur the Sea God's wrath...!"
Bo Saixi's face paled with terror, her heart overwhelmed by uncontrollable fear and panic.
Without her Martial Soul, all her abilities—save for her Soul Skills—had vanished.
Though Ye Feng hadn't struck yet, she could already feel a searing pain radiating across her face. Clearly, he was aiming for it.
A woman's appearance was her greatest pride. A single punch would likely disfigure her permanently...
This was something she could never accept!
Without hesitation, Bo Saixi immediately turned and fled!
As long as she could escape his Domain and return to the sea, she would have the power to resist!
Unfortunately, her initial hesitation to flee had already cost her the opportunity.
Now, without even her Martial Soul, even if Bo Saixi enhanced her speed with Soul Power—making her dozens of times faster than an ordinary person—she still couldn't escape the coverage of Ye Feng's Domain.
"It's over."
Just as Ye Feng was about to strike, a strange energy suddenly erupted from the center of Poseidon Island, transforming into a streak of light that tore into Ye Feng's Domain at a terrifying speed.
The streak of light then exploded, materializing into the translucent silhouette of a man.
The figure was enveloped in a pale blue glow, his features refined and dignified, with an air of divine authority between his brows.
Rippling light patterns continuously spread beneath his feet, his form as hazy as mist, surrounded by swirling water vapor. Faint images of waves could be seen surging within the folds of his robes.
His eyes, glowing with a pale blue light, were unfathomably deep, as if they had witnessed endless ages.
"Young friend, Bo Saixi is this deity's High Priestess. Might I ask you to show mercy? Consider it a favor owed to you." Though the projection carried an air of arrogance, his tone toward Ye Feng was exceedingly amiable.
Because he had no choice but to be amiable...
The Sea God's current actions were a blatant violation of the rules set by the Divine Realm Committee.
If this ended quickly without major consequences, he might be able to slip through the cracks and face only minor punishment—or even avoid it altogether by paying some price.
After all, he had only descended to speak a few words to this human, and it was for a valid reason: to save his representative on the Douluo Continent.
But if he clashed with Ye Feng, regardless of who was in the right, the moment he took action, the situation would escalate, and he would face severe punishment.
"Oh? You're the Sea God?"
Ye Feng halted his attack, raising an eyebrow slightly, showing neither fear nor reverence.
After all, the Divine Realm's laws were established by the original five God Kings, and no one dared to violate them. Though the Sea God was a top-tier first-rank deity, even he wouldn't dare break the rules.
"Since you recognize me, young friend, might you grant me this favor?" Seeing Ye Feng pause, the Sea God assumed he would agree, his smile widening. "With your extraordinary Talent and great fortune, you are highly likely to inherit a Deity's divine seat in the future. I have high hopes for you—who knows, we may even become friends someday~"
"I can agree to spare her, but she must pay a price."
Ye Feng shook his head, then casually waved his hand and uttered two words—"God Banishment!"
In an instant, the Domain's rules surged, forcibly expelling all traces of Godly Power within its range!
"You... brat—" The Sea God didn't even finish his sentence before his projection was violently expelled by the overwhelming force, shattering on the spot.
Ye Feng's earlier "Sea God Prohibition" had sealed Martial Souls—but now, he was sealing Godly Power!
He could clearly sense the difference in the Sea God's projection; it was undoubtedly condensed from Godly Power.
Just as he had suspected.
His rules could repel even Godly Power—because within this Domain, he was the god!
The only downside was the immense cost. Expelling even this faint projection of the Sea God had drained over ninety percent of his Soul Power...
"Lord Sea God... you... you... what have you done to Lord Sea God!!!"
When Poseidon saw that even her deity couldn't deal with Ye Feng, her mentality instantly shattered!
After all, she was the Sea God's most devout fanatic. Witnessing her faith being "erased" by Ye Feng right before her eyes dealt an enormous blow to Poseidon's psyche.
"Keh keh keh, what a worthless Sea God, just a puff of smoke."
A wicked grin curled on Ye Feng's lips—this was exactly the psychological blow he wanted to deliver to Poseidon.
Only by devastating Poseidon both physically and mentally could his [Star Contract] be completed more smoothly.
"You... what are you going to do? Stay away..."
With her faith crumbling, Poseidon had lost all her usual confidence and composure, her eyes filled with nothing but terror as she looked at Ye Feng.
"Don't worry, it'll be over soon. Keh keh keh..."
With that sinister laugh, Ye Feng lunged forward.
And then...
(End of Chapter)