The blue pillar of light slowly faded.
A towering structure appeared where it had been — a colossal tower, tens of thousands of meters high, piercing the sky, as though connecting the heavens and the earth.
The entire tower was a sea-blue color, with thirteen grand gates at its base.
Vague and indistinct divine patterns were scattered all over its surface above.
Without a doubt, this was a miracle.
The Sea God Tower!
Three large characters floated across the tower's surface.
Strangely, the divine power contained in those characters seemed to clash with the tower itself — the two felt incompatible, even contradictory.
At that moment, in the highest level within the Sea God Tower...
Inside a certain space were not just the Sea God Poseidon and the Asura God — there were also eleven other gods, each with divine rings behind them.
It was bustling. They were all expressing gratitude to the Sea God Poseidon.
Poseidon looked like he had just swallowed a fly, his face turning green.
He had basically made a wedding dress for someone else!
Violating the rules of the Divine Realm had brought punishment upon him, and yet these shameless bastards had all left behind their inheritances in his Sea God Tower!
"This is outrageous!"Poseidon shouted angrily.
"Come on, Sea God. We're old friends, aren't we? We all want to pass on our legacies too — can't you help us out? Besides, things are already like this…"
"Sea God, even back in the Divine Realm, I always thought you were righteous. Looks like I wasn't wrong! If not for you, who knows how long I would've waited for an heir to appear!"
"I've been waiting over ten thousand years for a successor. I'm bored to death…"
"..."
One after another, the gods spoke up, leaving Poseidon unable to respond.
Poseidon's face turned even greener, utterly helpless.
At this point, what could he do?
"Asura, let's call it even on that punishment… And you, old man, don't you already have a place to pass on your inheritance? Why are you here interfering with mine?"
Poseidon asked, confused.
The Asura God's expression stiffened slightly — his inheritance site… better left unmentioned for now.
"You'll oversee this place," Asura said solemnly. "That'll count as your punishment. But you must not interfere with the mortal realm. Once all the inheritors have been found and your god position is transmitted, you are to leave this place."
"Got it, got it…" Poseidon waved his hand dismissively.
"Alright then. Announce it to the mortal world. Invite them to the Sea God Tower."
Asura nodded.
"..."Poseidon nearly cursed out loud — damn you all!
The other gods were tactful, offering to announce it on his behalf.
Poseidon rolled his eyes. "On my behalf? You'd still be using my name to speak, wouldn't you?"
"Living beings of the world, I am the Sea God. Today I descend to proclaim my inheritance…"
Poseidon's voice echoed throughout the entire Douluo Star.
Every living creature could hear his words.
Then they fell silent, patiently listening until he finished.
Smiles of joy began to appear on countless faces.
Excitement surged in their hearts!
The Sea God's inheritance, the hope of becoming a god — had finally become real!
At that moment, in Dan Heng's home, the four family members were eating dinner.
After hearing Poseidon's announcement, they all put down their chopsticks.
Dan Heng looked in the direction of Sunset Forest.
Now that Poseidon had released his divine aura, it couldn't escape his senses.
With one "look," Dan Heng immediately spotted the trick.
This Sea God Tower inheritance site wasn't just about Poseidon's legacy!
Gu Yuena smiled with delight and nodded. "Good! Now Bi Ji, you can give it your all! And Zhuqing and Zhuyun too — everyone must work hard!"
"Big sis… Do you think I can really do it?"
Bi Ji looked hesitant — after all, she was a fierce beast!
Entering the Sea God Tower made her feel a little guilty.
Even though Poseidon didn't seem to have any problem with her…
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Dan Heng and asked, "Teacher, can… can I compete too?"
Though Zhu Zhuqing was not talkative, she was sharp.
Poseidon and Dan Heng were close. If the god position inheritance were released, it would most likely go to someone close to Dan Heng.
Which meant… the choice would probably come down to her or Bi Ji.
Dan Heng nodded and said, "You can try. The Sea God Tower doesn't just have Poseidon's inheritance — there are twelve other gods' legacies inside. Go and see what's suitable for you."
"Ah?"
The women all looked stunned.
Even Gu Yuena hadn't expected that.
There was still a hidden surprise?
Dan Heng nodded again. "The Divine Realm can't interfere with the mortal world. Bi Ji, you should go and try — you might find a god position that fits you."
"Zhuqing, aside from the Sea God's god position, all others are yours to try for."
Dan Heng spoke casually, as if god positions were no big deal, just something as common as cabbage.
Zhu Zhuqing listened attentively. "Yes, Teacher. I understand!"
With Dan Heng's encouragement, Bi Ji no longer felt so scared. She forced a smile and said, "With Brother-in-law's support… I'm not afraid anymore!"
Dan Heng gave a soft "Mm." Now that the gods' attention was drawn here, Poseidon wouldn't dare to make trouble.
That meant Dan Heng could finally enjoy some peace.
Suddenly, Gu Yuena smiled and said, "Husband, um, my clan still has a lot of brothers who want to come visit their brother-in-law. Is that alright?"
Dan Heng was stunned for a moment but slowly nodded. "Of course they can."
Gu Yuena giggled, her eyes sparkling with joy.
She was planning to bring all those fierce beasts over — and cram them all into the Sea God Tower!
With her husband's help, how could they not obtain divine inheritances?
Once those beasts inherited god positions… just imagining the gods' expressions made her grin wider.
Sea God Tower.
Soon, countless people arrived, wanting to enter the tower and fight for Poseidon's inheritance.
Upon arriving, they were all struck with awe.
The Sea God Tower, whose top couldn't even be seen when looking up — truly worthy of being called a divine miracle!
People surged toward it, but most were turned away at the gates.
Only a small fraction were allowed through the gates.
That was only the first basic test.
Because there were thirteen gates, it meant thirteen different gods — each with their own criteria.
If you couldn't pass one gate, maybe you could enter through another.
Still, out of every 100 people, only 2 or 3 might get through.
And that's because almost all of them were soul masters.
Tang Hao and Tang San were nearby. At first, neither dared enter — worried that once they went in, they might never come out.
Tang Hao placed a hand on Tang San's shoulder and said:"Little San, let others try first. Your great-grandfather Tang Chen once went to seek a god's inheritance — and never returned. That proves this might not be so 'good' after all."
Tang San nodded slightly. He wasn't in a hurry, letting himself be Tang Hao's support instead.
After all, Tang Hao only had one leg left now.
They waited as someone entered. Soon after, the man came back out, shouting:
"It's amazing in there! From outside, it already looks huge, but once you're inside, it's at least ten times bigger! Come on in! It's truly a divine miracle!"
More people went in and out, all of them filled with awe.
Tang San couldn't hold back anymore. He looked at Tang Hao and said, "Dad, how about I go try first? If I come back out, then…"
"What nonsense? Of course your useless old dad should go first…"
Tang Hao smiled warmly and hopped into the Sea God Tower on one leg.
Tang San looked at the hopping figure, eyes brimming with tears."Dad…"
As one of the powers near Heaven Dou City, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Clear Sky Sect had also arrived quickly.
Tang Xiao, Ning Fengzhi, and Sword Douluo met up.
Sword Douluo had lost an arm. His face was pale, his aura had dropped below the Title Douluo level — he looked utterly exhausted.
"Ah… life is full of surprises…"Tang Xiao shook his head.
But Sword Douluo didn't seem discouraged at all. He chuckled lightly and said, "This is our chance. If we succeed, we'll soar to the heavens."
Ning Fengzhi, seeing no one nearby, sighed and said:
"Tang Sect Master, we received word — a divine aura has appeared in the Spirit Hall. It's suspected that a god has been born there…"
"!!!"
Tang Xiao's expression changed drastically.
"In that case, we might never be able to take revenge on the Spirit Hall in our lifetime!"
Sword Douluo nodded slightly. "Yes. As much as I hate to admit it, that's the reality. That's why, as a half-cripple now, I came here hoping to try my luck…"
"Then we really must obtain the Sea God's inheritance!"
Tang Xiao's eyes became resolute, gritting his teeth. "At the very least, we can't let the Spirit Hall get it. We must stop them—by any means necessary!"
Ning Fengzhi also nodded slightly, though a certain figure appeared in his mind.
If they could get help from Mister Dan Heng, perhaps their wish could come true!
Meanwhile, the group from Seagod Island had also arrived.
Right now, they were completely confused.
According to the divine oracle Poseidon had given them, the Sea God's Tower was only supposed to appear after someone found the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.
But now, it had suddenly emerged—like an ambush!
"Could it be that my brother intervened?" The Sea Witch guessed immediately that Dan Heng was involved.
This wasn't because she was particularly clever or well-informed.
It was simply because she was Dan Heng's diehard fangirl.
Anything extraordinary, and she would immediately associate it with Dan Heng.
Seahorse Douluo chuckled. "What are you thinking, Sea Witch? You're obsessed. How could such a grand divine miracle be related to Dan Heng?"
"I think this is Lord Poseidon giving the High Priestess a second chance."
Seahorse Douluo looked at Bo Saixi.
Bo Saixi was slightly taken aback. "What?"
"Since the Sea God's inheritance is no longer on Seagod Island, doesn't that mean the High Priestess can now compete again?"
Seahorse Douluo explained.
"!!!"Bo Saixi's eyes widened—realizing the implications.
If it were still on Seagod Island, she not only would've had no chance, but would've had to burn herself out to pave the way for the next inheritor.
But now, things were different!
The Sea Witch shouted, "Ah! Let's go find brother! He can give the High Priestess some pointers!"
Naturally, everyone ignored the Sea Witch, who only ever seemed to cause chaos.
Bo Saixi's eyes lit up. "This is a chance for all of us. Let everyone compete fairly, without holding back."
"Yes!"
Seahorse Douluo and the others responded immediately, their expressions excited.
They made their way toward the Sea God's Tower.
The Sea Witch pouted unhappily.
Everyone was ignoring her ideas!
Elsewhere, Dan Heng had taken a day off specifically to buy ingredients and personally prepare a meal for Bi Ji and Zhu Zhuqing, to send them off properly.
He wouldn't participate in the Sea God inheritance competition.
Although, back when he stirred up the Divine Realm, he had used another form, and normally wouldn't be recognized…
Even if the risk was only the slightest bit, he wouldn't take the chance.
At most, he would spectate from outside—
To support Bi Ji and the others within, at any time.
The street was lined with vegetable vendors—this was a lane specifically for fresh produce.
Gu Yuena had split up with him to shop separately.
"Mister Dan Heng! What a surprise to run into you here!"
A joyful voice rang out.
Dan Heng turned to see Liu Erlong beaming with delight.
As for the so-called "surprise," Dan Heng didn't believe it for a second.
Lanba Academy was quite a distance from here.
Liu Erlong blinked and added, "Hehe, actually I rented a place nearby. That's how we bumped into each other."
Dan Heng shook his head. Come to think of it, his whole street had probably been secretly purchased by Qian Renxue—so they had lived in peace all this time.
Liu Erlong approached, a little "tail" trailing behind her.
It was a Scarlet-Bearded Fire Dragon, able to shift its form slightly and suppress its divine aura. Though it still looked strange, it didn't draw too much attention.
Liu Erlong leaned in expectantly and whispered:
"Mister Dan Heng, are you going to the Sea God Tower?"
Dan Heng shook his head. "I'm not going. Why didn't you?"
Liu Erlong pouted. "That old bastard changed my martial soul without asking—he's clearly a controlling old fossil. I don't want to inherit his god position. If none of the other gods choose me, then I'll just die, so be it."
She was quite carefree about something others dreamed of.
Dan Heng reminded her, "There's more than one god inside. You should go."
"!!!"Liu Erlong froze and looked toward the Sunset Forest.
"Re… really?"
Dan Heng nodded. "Go now."
Liu Erlong's eyes lit up with joy. She turned and scooped up the Scarlet-Bearded Fire Dragon.
"Thank you, Mister Dan Heng!"
She dashed off at full speed.
Dan Heng glanced at her retreating figure, then walked up to a vendor and asked how much the honeycomb cost.
The vendor held up three fingers. "Three gold soul coins."
"Alright…" Dan Heng reached for his money.
Suddenly, a rough voice called out behind him.
"I'll take it all!"
Dan Heng turned to see a burly man staring greedily at the honeycomb—and licking his lips.
"Excuse me, sir, I was here first," Dan Heng reminded him.
The burly man wiped his mouth and looked at Dan Heng.
Although Dan Heng was tall among ordinary folk, next to this man, he looked almost… delicate.
"You think you can fight me for it just 'cause you were first?"
The burly man sneered.
Just then, a red-haired brawny man rushed over and quickly hugged the burly man from behind.
"Bear Lord, don't cause trouble! The ma—uh, Di Tian said no trouble, or we'll be punished. You'll also make sister angry…"
The man called "Bear Lord" gave a cold snort."Di Tian isn't here. Nobody's watching. Can't I just have a bit of honey?"
"We've been rushing this whole time. Now that we're finally here…"
The more Bear Lord spoke, the more he drooled—until it was dripping onto his clothes.
(End of Chapter)