This remark by Shi Shengtian did leave Su Mo somewhat amazed.

The Mo Shuang Flute was actually the token of love between him and his Lady?

That was indeed quite unexpected.

Now that Shi Shengtian talked about this, it was clear he wasn’t trying to find an excuse to take it back, he just waved it off:

"At the time I hadn’t thought it through. But now that I think about it, after opening that door, the flute disappeared.

"By the time I came out, the door behind me slammed shut with a loud bang.

"I didn’t see this item again... It’s presumed that once the gate of the Martial God Temple is opened, the flute disappears quietly through some mechanism inside the door.

"But exactly how it was done is unclear."

Su Mo thought about it and nodded.

It was indeed interesting.

However, since it was of no actual consequence, he did not delve further.

Later he chatted idly with Shi Shengtian and Hidden Sword Hermit for a few more moments, then summoned the Sihai Dragon Heads, along with Gu Qingsong and Wang Shuai.

Aside from his gains from the treasures within Cui Xin Temple on this trip,

The greatest reward was actually the Store Manager’s Treasure Ship.

It was filled with wealth!

Gu Qingsong and Wang Shuai had performed very well, so he simply had the Sihai Dragon Heads mobilize, rewarding them based on merit.

Apart from material rewards, there was also a cultivation technique imparted on Mystic Ice Seven Extremes.

Which led Gu Qingsong and Wang Shuai to repeatedly bow down in gratitude.

Once this was done, the next matter required attention.

Having caught so many people, Su Mo surely couldn’t remain hidden.

The pirates aboard the Yuhai King Ship were all thoroughly eradicated.

However, Fang Rui’s subordinates were spared by Su Mo, and he kept them.

These people were Fang Rui’s sharp sword in the palm, but ultimately, they should still follow Su Mo’s orders.

Therefore, when Su Mo appeared, holding the Dragon King Mirror, accompanied by the Sihai Dragon Heads, alongside him were also the Eight Sects Dragon Maiden.

He finally asked them whether they would submit or die.

Ultimately, Su Mo received a satisfactory answer.

For the moment, Fang Rui’s position as Commander was suspended, and his original subordinates were reassigned under Gu Qingsong and Wang Shuai.

With this, the matter was considered completely settled.

And just as Su Mo finished this task, the Heavenly Water Leader Zhou Su approached him:

"Hall Master, there’s news from Lord Mu and others on the other side."

From within his sleeve, he took out a letter tube and handed it to Su Mo.

Su Mo took it out, glanced over it, and immediately chuckled:

"It’s about to begin..."

...

...

The ocean is unpredictable, sometimes as calm as a cloudless sky, other times raging with towering waves.

Above a portion of the Nanhai sea, the once clear sky quickly became shrouded in dark clouds.

In just an instant, there was a burst of thunder, accompanied by a fierce wind howling wildly.

And on this magnificent ocean, a procession of over a hundred large ships sailed amidst this scene.

One ship, surrounded by numerous vessels, raised a large flag, emblazoned with the large ’Qian’ character!

The Qianbu of the Eight sects within the Dragon King Hall!

These wild waves are a matter of life and death for ordinary helmsmen.

Yet to the disciples of Qianbu, it is a commonplace, with everyone performing their duties amid the storm, orderly and methodical.

If it weren’t for the loudness of the storm making communication difficult, they probably would have been chatting and laughing amidst the winds.

Suddenly, a massive wave rose, obscuring the sky and sun.

The helmsman waved his hand, and the 100 plus ships climbed up the wave, led by the shouts of many disciples, ascending to the peak and taking in the sight of the sea.

It’s just the scenery they had long grown tired of.

Mu Tianye didn’t even emerge from his study.

Regardless of the ship’s height and fall, he remained unmoved.

Not only did he remain unmoved, but he was also holding a few sheets of paper, with his brow furrowed.

He took another glance at Xiangtian Sect sitting opposite him.

Xiangtian Sect quickly wore a smile:

"Wasn’t this matter agreed upon with you long ago... Why call this old man in for inquiry?

"If the weather’s fine, I might as well take the opportunity to fish."

He pointed to the stormy weather.

He especially loved fishing in such weather.

He always felt some unfortunate fish would end up on his hook.

Mu Tianye glanced at him:

"This matter is significant, and needs thorough examination and exploration.

"After all, Lord Xiang..."

"Hey, hey, hey? No need!"

Xiangtian Sect raised his hands: "Nowadays, I’m an old immortal, trying to help wherever possible in our Qianbu, no need to speak of Division Leader... You’re the real master of Qianbu! Hall Master’s words are set in stone!"

Mu Tianye couldn’t help but smirk at these words.

He smiled slightly:

"You put it so well, it’s hard for me to refute.

"However, this matter is ultimately significant, and should not be underestimated...

"Judging by the journey, we should arrive within half a day’s time.

"Although the storm came surprisingly, it can’t hinder our progress.

"But is this island truly a branch location of the Dark Dragon Hall?"

Xiangtian Sect kept nodding:

"Of course!

"Ah, I’ve grown old, my mind isn’t as sharp as in my youth.

"Many things, if not forgotten, might come to mind late.

"Otherwise, I wouldn’t have thought of this while my disciples are searching the Nanhai, capturing members of the Dark Dragon Hall.

"Which results in us being somewhat short on manpower now...

"But don’t worry, although our numbers are limited, dealing with this branch is more than sufficient.

"In fact, fifty battleships could easily wipe them out!"

"Ah... what you don’t realize, Master Xiang."

Mu Tianye sighed, stood up: