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Chapter 1327: Arlong's Dream and Malice! (Two-in-One)
Golden sunlight filtered through the clouds, spilling onto the beach of Spencer Bay.
A gentle breeze swept across the sea, stirring up ripples and waves.
But the scene along this coastline was chilling.
The wreckage of various Shield Crabs and Sickle Crabs lay scattered on the ground.
Blue or purple blood stained large areas of the sand with eerie colors.
"Hoo... hoo..."
Qin Su panted heavily with fatigue, his forehead covered in sweat, and his long dark green hair slightly messy.
But his eyes, scanning the entire scene, were exceptionally bright.
"Finally cleared them out!"
Qin Su looked down at the total points displayed on the 'Justice Detector', his smile grew even brighter.
646!
"Hmm, I didn't expect there to be not only 'Purple Shield Crabs' and 'General Sickle Crabs' here, but even a 'Rossikansa Giant Crab'. Looking at the color and markings of its shell, it's even a 'Crab King'. This is already considered a 'Special-Grade Danger Beast'."
'Susanoo' muttered to himself as he examined the enormous crab body he had just killed.
"Susanoo, shouldn't we continue forward?" Qin Su walked over and asked.
He was referring to heading deeper into the bay to hunt the 'Farmart Sea Monsters' and other Ocean-type Danger Beasts, which were surely present in larger quantity.
Of course, they could also be some kind of Magic Beast.
"Hmm?!"
But when 'Susanoo' turned back and saw Qin Su's appearance.
Suddenly, a 'swish' sound rang out.
He instantly appeared before Qin Su in a half-crouching posture.
At the same time, like a skilled stylist, his hands moved around Qin Su, becoming afterimages.
In the blink of an eye.
Both Qin Su's hairstyle and clothing were restored to neatness.
Even the sweat on his face and the dust on his shoes disappeared completely.
"Good!"
'Susanoo' looked at the handsome young man, who was once again sparkling, and nodded with satisfaction.
"Uh, thank you." Qin Su didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
Regardless, Susanoo had indeed taken good care of him.
'Susanoo' stood up and spoke about the main matter.
"No need to rush the operation. These nearly seven hundred points should be enough to create some distance from other contestants."
"I think it's better to let you recover your condition first before going deeper into the bay."
Qin Su was taken aback and asked with doubt, "Do you want me to eat the 'Purple Butterfly Pill'?"
"But that thing mainly restores injuries and stamina. It shouldn't have much effect on me right now."
He had used Alchemy multiple times in a short period, causing his spirit to be somewhat weak, but his body was mostly fine.
However, to recover his spirit, besides sleeping, he could only rely on Meditation.
But either method would take several hours.
Although he had an advantage of over six hundred points, it wasn't enough to be so careless.
'Susanoo' said, "No, please take out the Carpet, Tableware, and Flame Shell."
"You're going to make me food here?!"
Qin Su was dumbfounded.
But he still followed the instructions and took out the items Susanoo wanted from his 'Space Ring'.
He had grown accustomed to listening to 'Susanoo', even if he didn't quite understand the meaning.
"Yes, the remaining 'Crab Meat' and 'Crab Roe' should be stored away. You can save them for later consumption."
'Susanoo' spread the Carpet on the beach and motioned for Qin Su to sit down.
Then he placed a small table in front of him and quickly arranged the Tableware.
"Don't worry, from cooking to eating, it will take at most half an hour."
After doing this, 'Susanoo' took the Kitchen Knife and returned to the 'Rossikansa Giant Crab'.
[Swish! Swish! Swish!]
Suddenly, he used dazzling Blade techniques to cut off the 'Giant Crab's' claws and legs.
Then he lifted the crab's belly and cleaned out the waste such as the crab's mouth, gills, and internal organs.
Only the essence of the Crab Roe and Crab Paste was left.
The entire process was swift and perfect, demonstrating astonishing Cooking Skill.
Next, 'Susanoo' inserted the crab claws and legs one by one into the sand, standing them upright.
Finally, he easily threw the massive crab body onto them.
Just like that, a grill made entirely of the 'Giant Crab' itself appeared on the beach covered in crab wreckage.
[Boom!]
As 'Susanoo' placed the Flame Shell beneath the crab body.
Fierce flame erupted, roasting the crab shell above and the surrounding crab claws and legs.
This wasn't all.
He then asked Qin Su for the butter that had been prepared beforehand and put it in.
Although the conditions weren't ideal at the moment, 'Susanoo' still hoped to add as much flavor as possible.
Soon.
As the liquid inside the crab shell began to boil, the fresh fragrance of Crab Roe and Crab Paste mixed with the aroma of butter.
It quickly rose in the heatwave of the flame and spread throughout the surrounding air.
'Susanoo' saw that the timing was about right and immediately turned off the Flame Shell.
"This is the best I can do..."
'Susanoo' stepped onto the stone steps Qin Su helped him manufacture, standing beside the steaming 'Crab body'.
He used a long ladle to scoop the roasted Crab Paste from inside onto the meal tray in his left hand.
Then he drizzled the golden liquid mixed with butter and Crab Roe over it.
When he gently placed it on the small table, Qin Su was immediately captivated by the rich fragrance that assailed him.
"It! It's glowing?!"
Looking at the food shimmering with golden light on the meal tray, Qin Su instinctively let out an exclamation.
"That's because the sunlight is shining on it. How could food possibly glow..."
'Susanoo' said calmly while sprinkling some black pepper onto the meal tray.
"Eat quickly."
"Okay!"
Qin Su nodded repeatedly, he was already impatient.
He immediately picked up the silver spoon and brought a piece of white jade-like Crab Paste with golden liquid into his mouth.
"Hmm?!"
Qin Su's eyes suddenly widened, his pupils trembling violently.
This profound, rich, and smooth taste, like surging waves, swept through his mouth and taste buds.
Is this the taste of the great sea?
It's so delicious!
Qin Su's face was filled with a happy expression without him realizing it.
He could clearly feel his originally somewhat fatigued spirit rapidly recovering.
Qin Su began to eat the cuisine on the plate single-mindedly.
'Susanoo' would add Crab Paste and liquid every time he was about to finish.
He also used a dining knife to cut open a crab claw and leg, slicing the similarly roasted snow-colored Crab Meat inside into small portions and accurately placing them on Qin Su's plate.
The rest didn't need to be touched; they would be put into the 'Space Ring' later.
They had already experimented and found that no matter how much time passed inside the Ring, the food's state would not change.
In 'Susanoo's' opinion, this was more perfect than any refrigerator and could be said to be a treasure for every chef.
It was just that the space inside was still too small right now.
"Wow! So satisfying!"
Qin Su finished the last bite on his plate and couldn't help but let out an exclamation of satisfaction.
He was truly full of energy now.
"Susanoo, if I had known you had such amazing Cooking Skill, why would I have gone to the academy's cafeteria!"
In the past few years at 'Academy City', because there was free cafeteria food provided.
And the variety was very abundant, and the taste was also good.
So although he knew that 'Susanoo' could cook and could make thousands of dishes from the Empire Arms World.
But because there was no kitchen in the dormitory, he had never eaten Susanoo's cuisine.
Now it seemed like such a waste!
"Mainly the ingredients are excellent. If you used ordinary ingredients, the taste would actually be similar to the dishes in the academy cafeteria."
'Susanoo' replied to Qin Su's praise while putting the remaining parts of the crab shell into the Food Container.
He wasn't being humble.
The chefs in Academy City were elites invited by the World Government from various places.
According to the rating level of the recently established Chef Association, every head chef was basically a High-Grade Chef.
So Qin Su really should have eaten in the cafeteria at school.
Five minutes later, 'Susanoo' finished cleaning up.
He and Qin Su continued walking towards the Seawater Zone of Spencer Bay.
Leaving behind the burnt, blackened sand that was still emitting wisps of heat.
And the crab armor that was too large and had to be left on the ground, as well as the empty shells of the crab claws and legs from which the Crab Meat had been removed.
However, not long after the two left.
Another ferocious-looking, muscular figure walked over.
This was a Fish-Man Tribe man wearing a black hat, with a long pointed nose, light purple skin, a mouth full of fangs, and holding a thick, long saw blade.
He glanced at the crab shells and legs, then sniffed the air, and a terrifying cold smile immediately appeared on his face.
"I never expected someone to arrive before me, and even have the leisure to eat a hot meal. How arrogant!"
Arlong simply counted the quantity of various Shield Crab and Sickle Crab corpses on the beach and roughly calculated the points the other party had harvested.
"This person's points should be close to a thousand..."
A malicious look flickered in Arlong's eyes. He decided to follow the footprints and see.
See if there was a chance to ambush the other party.
Although the Competition System stipulated that contestants were not allowed to kill each other, it only prohibited killing.
There were many means to prevent the other party from continuing to score, such as knocking them unconscious.
During this time, if the contestant encountered a life-threatening situation, triggering the 'Reflection Shield', or if 'White Zetsu' intervened to save them, it would also be considered competition failure.
Having one less competitor for the 'Top 100 Spot' would definitely benefit everyone, including him, Arlong.
Especially someone like this who had clearly obtained a large number of points and was still nearby.
He must enter the Top 100 this time, no, the Top 10.
Let everyone see how excellent and strong the Fish-Man Tribe of this world is!
Although Arlong had to admit that there were indeed many experts among humans.
But just because humans couldn't breathe underwater, he still felt that in terms of life essence, the Fish-Man Tribe was inherently more high rank!
And the strength of the Fish-Man Tribe was indeed several times greater than that of most humans.
This was a natural advantage!
But until now, their Fish-Man Tribe had not produced a Highest Combat Power.
Even Brother Tiger was currently only an Admiral in the Marines.
Arlong felt that the World Government was targeting the Fish-Man Tribe, deliberately preventing them from having a 'Highest Combat Power'.
Since that was the case.
Then he would demonstrate his powerful strength through this 'Top 100 Competition'.
And then step by step become a 'Top Tier Combatant' that even the World Government could not ignore.
And he would constantly refuse the World Government's repeated humble 'Admiral invitations'.
But whenever the World Government encountered Otherworldly Strong Enemies that were difficult to resist.
In the end, he would be the one to step in and decisively defeat the opponent, turn the tide, and save the day!
Eventually, even King Neptune of the 'Ryugu Kingdom' would bring Queen Otohime and all the civil and military officials to offer the throne to him.
By then, whether it was Brother Jinbe or Brother Tiger, they would all be his subordinates!
This was the 'Future' that Arlong often experienced in his dream...
"Hahaha! Hahaha!"
Walking on the beach, the beautiful scenes reappeared in Arlong's mind.
Immediately, he couldn't help but burst into hearty laughter, while also quickening his footwork to catch up with the footprints.
Let him start with this year's 'Top 10'!
On the other side.
On the sea surface of Spencer Bay.
Qin Su and 'Susanoo' walked on the Ice Path created by Alchemy, staying alert to the surrounding situation.
Strangely, after walking for a long time, not a single Underwater Monster came out to attack them.
"What's going on?"
Qin Su looked at the calm sea surface on both sides, completely confused.
To cope with the attack of a large number of Sea Monsters, he had already taken out the 'Ancient Alchemy Sacred Artifact' borrowed from Disciple-Brother Damian, holding it in his hand just in case.
"I can sense many auras in the water, rapidly surging forward. Something must have happened there."
Although 'Susanoo' did not possess Observation Haki.
He did have the ability to sense the auras of various creatures or energy.
Although he looked very much like a human, he was essentially just a 'Creature-type Humanoid Imperial Arms'.
His soul core was just a small shard of the 'Philosopher's Stone'.
Which was the 'Red Magatama' on his chest.
So 'Susanoo' was like the animals of this world; even with high intelligence, he still couldn't Awaken Haki.
But precisely because he wasn't human, but merely an Imperial Arms, 'Susanoo' had no lifespan issue.
"Do you want to go take a look?"
'Susanoo' turned back to look at Qin Su.
After all, Qin Su was the master, and at times like this, the decision should be made by him.
"We don't have any concealment methods, and it's easy to be discovered on this great sea..."
Qin Su stopped his footwork and fell into thought.
"However, the Competition System doesn't allow contestants to kill each other..."
'Susanoo' reminded him, "Qin Su, I told you before, it only prohibits killing each other, it doesn't mean you can't interfere with each other."
"Indeed, there is a method."
Qin Su's eyes lit up, and he quickly said, "You go underwater first to check the situation, then come back and tell me, and we'll decide what to do next!"
Although he could also swim, if he were attacked underwater, he would likely become flustered.
But 'Susanoo' was different; he had strong combat power even in the water.
Moreover, he wasn't human, so he didn't need to breathe and could stay submerged underwater for a long time!
"But then we'll be separated."
'Susanoo' frowned, feeling that this method wasn't quite appropriate.
"What's wrong with that? I'm your Imperial Arms User, our lives are linked together. Even if we get separated, both sides can sense each other's position at any time."
Qin Su said with an unconcerned smile.
'Susanoo' had an ability called 'Calamity Soul Manifestation'.
It was the ability to greatly enhance all aspects of combat power by absorbing the Imperial Arms User's life force from a distance, which was a form of berserking.
So being able to sense each other's life force and approximate direction was a basic effect.
It was somewhat similar to the relationship between a world's 'Vivre Card' and its corresponding master.
"That's true, then you stay here and don't move. I'll be back soon!"
'Susanoo' no longer had any objections.
Since they had decided to make this 'Spencer Bay' their scoring domain.
They indeed needed to know what was happening ahead that was attracting so many Sea Monsters.
Compared to taking Qin Su on an adventure together, it was better for him to go and come back quickly...
Soon, 'Susanoo' plunged into the water and disappeared without a trace.
And Qin Su obediently stood on the ice surface, waiting for Susanoo to return.
But in the distance.
Arlong's face, full of mockery, silently emerged from the sea surface.
He stared fiercely at the side figure of the green-haired boy.
Although he also wanted to know what exactly was causing the strong smell of blood in the water.
But dealing with a little human brat shouldn't take long.
"How lucky. Let me drag you down!"
(End of Chapter)
Golden sunlight filtered through the clouds, spilling onto the beach of Spencer Bay.
A gentle breeze swept across the sea, stirring up ripples and waves.
But the scene along this coastline was chilling.
The wreckage of various Shield Crabs and Sickle Crabs lay scattered on the ground.
Blue or purple blood stained large areas of the sand with eerie colors.
"Hoo... hoo..."
Qin Su panted heavily with fatigue, his forehead covered in sweat, and his long dark green hair slightly messy.
But his eyes, scanning the entire scene, were exceptionally bright.
"Finally cleared them out!"
Qin Su looked down at the total points displayed on the 'Justice Detector', his smile grew even brighter.
646!
"Hmm, I didn't expect there to be not only 'Purple Shield Crabs' and 'General Sickle Crabs' here, but even a 'Rossikansa Giant Crab'. Looking at the color and markings of its shell, it's even a 'Crab King'. This is already considered a 'Special-Grade Danger Beast'."
'Susanoo' muttered to himself as he examined the enormous crab body he had just killed.
"Susanoo, shouldn't we continue forward?" Qin Su walked over and asked.
He was referring to heading deeper into the bay to hunt the 'Farmart Sea Monsters' and other Ocean-type Danger Beasts, which were surely present in larger quantity.
Of course, they could also be some kind of Magic Beast.
"Hmm?!"
But when 'Susanoo' turned back and saw Qin Su's appearance.
Suddenly, a 'swish' sound rang out.
He instantly appeared before Qin Su in a half-crouching posture.
At the same time, like a skilled stylist, his hands moved around Qin Su, becoming afterimages.
In the blink of an eye.
Both Qin Su's hairstyle and clothing were restored to neatness.
Even the sweat on his face and the dust on his shoes disappeared completely.
"Good!"
'Susanoo' looked at the handsome young man, who was once again sparkling, and nodded with satisfaction.
"Uh, thank you." Qin Su didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
Regardless, Susanoo had indeed taken good care of him.
'Susanoo' stood up and spoke about the main matter.
"No need to rush the operation. These nearly seven hundred points should be enough to create some distance from other contestants."
"I think it's better to let you recover your condition first before going deeper into the bay."
Qin Su was taken aback and asked with doubt, "Do you want me to eat the 'Purple Butterfly Pill'?"
"But that thing mainly restores injuries and stamina. It shouldn't have much effect on me right now."
He had used Alchemy multiple times in a short period, causing his spirit to be somewhat weak, but his body was mostly fine.
However, to recover his spirit, besides sleeping, he could only rely on Meditation.
But either method would take several hours.
Although he had an advantage of over six hundred points, it wasn't enough to be so careless.
'Susanoo' said, "No, please take out the Carpet, Tableware, and Flame Shell."
"You're going to make me food here?!"
Qin Su was dumbfounded.
But he still followed the instructions and took out the items Susanoo wanted from his 'Space Ring'.
He had grown accustomed to listening to 'Susanoo', even if he didn't quite understand the meaning.
"Yes, the remaining 'Crab Meat' and 'Crab Roe' should be stored away. You can save them for later consumption."
'Susanoo' spread the Carpet on the beach and motioned for Qin Su to sit down.
Then he placed a small table in front of him and quickly arranged the Tableware.
"Don't worry, from cooking to eating, it will take at most half an hour."
After doing this, 'Susanoo' took the Kitchen Knife and returned to the 'Rossikansa Giant Crab'.
[Swish! Swish! Swish!]
Suddenly, he used dazzling Blade techniques to cut off the 'Giant Crab's' claws and legs.
Then he lifted the crab's belly and cleaned out the waste such as the crab's mouth, gills, and internal organs.
Only the essence of the Crab Roe and Crab Paste was left.
The entire process was swift and perfect, demonstrating astonishing Cooking Skill.
Next, 'Susanoo' inserted the crab claws and legs one by one into the sand, standing them upright.
Finally, he easily threw the massive crab body onto them.
Just like that, a grill made entirely of the 'Giant Crab' itself appeared on the beach covered in crab wreckage.
[Boom!]
As 'Susanoo' placed the Flame Shell beneath the crab body.
Fierce flame erupted, roasting the crab shell above and the surrounding crab claws and legs.
This wasn't all.
He then asked Qin Su for the butter that had been prepared beforehand and put it in.
Although the conditions weren't ideal at the moment, 'Susanoo' still hoped to add as much flavor as possible.
Soon.
As the liquid inside the crab shell began to boil, the fresh fragrance of Crab Roe and Crab Paste mixed with the aroma of butter.
It quickly rose in the heatwave of the flame and spread throughout the surrounding air.
'Susanoo' saw that the timing was about right and immediately turned off the Flame Shell.
"This is the best I can do..."
'Susanoo' stepped onto the stone steps Qin Su helped him manufacture, standing beside the steaming 'Crab body'.
He used a long ladle to scoop the roasted Crab Paste from inside onto the meal tray in his left hand.
Then he drizzled the golden liquid mixed with butter and Crab Roe over it.
When he gently placed it on the small table, Qin Su was immediately captivated by the rich fragrance that assailed him.
"It! It's glowing?!"
Looking at the food shimmering with golden light on the meal tray, Qin Su instinctively let out an exclamation.
"That's because the sunlight is shining on it. How could food possibly glow..."
'Susanoo' said calmly while sprinkling some black pepper onto the meal tray.
"Eat quickly."
"Okay!"
Qin Su nodded repeatedly, he was already impatient.
He immediately picked up the silver spoon and brought a piece of white jade-like Crab Paste with golden liquid into his mouth.
"Hmm?!"
Qin Su's eyes suddenly widened, his pupils trembling violently.
This profound, rich, and smooth taste, like surging waves, swept through his mouth and taste buds.
Is this the taste of the great sea?
It's so delicious!
Qin Su's face was filled with a happy expression without him realizing it.
He could clearly feel his originally somewhat fatigued spirit rapidly recovering.
Qin Su began to eat the cuisine on the plate single-mindedly.
'Susanoo' would add Crab Paste and liquid every time he was about to finish.
He also used a dining knife to cut open a crab claw and leg, slicing the similarly roasted snow-colored Crab Meat inside into small portions and accurately placing them on Qin Su's plate.
The rest didn't need to be touched; they would be put into the 'Space Ring' later.
They had already experimented and found that no matter how much time passed inside the Ring, the food's state would not change.
In 'Susanoo's' opinion, this was more perfect than any refrigerator and could be said to be a treasure for every chef.
It was just that the space inside was still too small right now.
"Wow! So satisfying!"
Qin Su finished the last bite on his plate and couldn't help but let out an exclamation of satisfaction.
He was truly full of energy now.
"Susanoo, if I had known you had such amazing Cooking Skill, why would I have gone to the academy's cafeteria!"
In the past few years at 'Academy City', because there was free cafeteria food provided.
And the variety was very abundant, and the taste was also good.
So although he knew that 'Susanoo' could cook and could make thousands of dishes from the Empire Arms World.
But because there was no kitchen in the dormitory, he had never eaten Susanoo's cuisine.
Now it seemed like such a waste!
"Mainly the ingredients are excellent. If you used ordinary ingredients, the taste would actually be similar to the dishes in the academy cafeteria."
'Susanoo' replied to Qin Su's praise while putting the remaining parts of the crab shell into the Food Container.
He wasn't being humble.
The chefs in Academy City were elites invited by the World Government from various places.
According to the rating level of the recently established Chef Association, every head chef was basically a High-Grade Chef.
So Qin Su really should have eaten in the cafeteria at school.
Five minutes later, 'Susanoo' finished cleaning up.
He and Qin Su continued walking towards the Seawater Zone of Spencer Bay.
Leaving behind the burnt, blackened sand that was still emitting wisps of heat.
And the crab armor that was too large and had to be left on the ground, as well as the empty shells of the crab claws and legs from which the Crab Meat had been removed.
However, not long after the two left.
Another ferocious-looking, muscular figure walked over.
This was a Fish-Man Tribe man wearing a black hat, with a long pointed nose, light purple skin, a mouth full of fangs, and holding a thick, long saw blade.
He glanced at the crab shells and legs, then sniffed the air, and a terrifying cold smile immediately appeared on his face.
"I never expected someone to arrive before me, and even have the leisure to eat a hot meal. How arrogant!"
Arlong simply counted the quantity of various Shield Crab and Sickle Crab corpses on the beach and roughly calculated the points the other party had harvested.
"This person's points should be close to a thousand..."
A malicious look flickered in Arlong's eyes. He decided to follow the footprints and see.
See if there was a chance to ambush the other party.
Although the Competition System stipulated that contestants were not allowed to kill each other, it only prohibited killing.
There were many means to prevent the other party from continuing to score, such as knocking them unconscious.
During this time, if the contestant encountered a life-threatening situation, triggering the 'Reflection Shield', or if 'White Zetsu' intervened to save them, it would also be considered competition failure.
Having one less competitor for the 'Top 100 Spot' would definitely benefit everyone, including him, Arlong.
Especially someone like this who had clearly obtained a large number of points and was still nearby.
He must enter the Top 100 this time, no, the Top 10.
Let everyone see how excellent and strong the Fish-Man Tribe of this world is!
Although Arlong had to admit that there were indeed many experts among humans.
But just because humans couldn't breathe underwater, he still felt that in terms of life essence, the Fish-Man Tribe was inherently more high rank!
And the strength of the Fish-Man Tribe was indeed several times greater than that of most humans.
This was a natural advantage!
But until now, their Fish-Man Tribe had not produced a Highest Combat Power.
Even Brother Tiger was currently only an Admiral in the Marines.
Arlong felt that the World Government was targeting the Fish-Man Tribe, deliberately preventing them from having a 'Highest Combat Power'.
Since that was the case.
Then he would demonstrate his powerful strength through this 'Top 100 Competition'.
And then step by step become a 'Top Tier Combatant' that even the World Government could not ignore.
And he would constantly refuse the World Government's repeated humble 'Admiral invitations'.
But whenever the World Government encountered Otherworldly Strong Enemies that were difficult to resist.
In the end, he would be the one to step in and decisively defeat the opponent, turn the tide, and save the day!
Eventually, even King Neptune of the 'Ryugu Kingdom' would bring Queen Otohime and all the civil and military officials to offer the throne to him.
By then, whether it was Brother Jinbe or Brother Tiger, they would all be his subordinates!
This was the 'Future' that Arlong often experienced in his dream...
"Hahaha! Hahaha!"
Walking on the beach, the beautiful scenes reappeared in Arlong's mind.
Immediately, he couldn't help but burst into hearty laughter, while also quickening his footwork to catch up with the footprints.
Let him start with this year's 'Top 10'!
On the other side.
On the sea surface of Spencer Bay.
Qin Su and 'Susanoo' walked on the Ice Path created by Alchemy, staying alert to the surrounding situation.
Strangely, after walking for a long time, not a single Underwater Monster came out to attack them.
"What's going on?"
Qin Su looked at the calm sea surface on both sides, completely confused.
To cope with the attack of a large number of Sea Monsters, he had already taken out the 'Ancient Alchemy Sacred Artifact' borrowed from Disciple-Brother Damian, holding it in his hand just in case.
"I can sense many auras in the water, rapidly surging forward. Something must have happened there."
Although 'Susanoo' did not possess Observation Haki.
He did have the ability to sense the auras of various creatures or energy.
Although he looked very much like a human, he was essentially just a 'Creature-type Humanoid Imperial Arms'.
His soul core was just a small shard of the 'Philosopher's Stone'.
Which was the 'Red Magatama' on his chest.
So 'Susanoo' was like the animals of this world; even with high intelligence, he still couldn't Awaken Haki.
But precisely because he wasn't human, but merely an Imperial Arms, 'Susanoo' had no lifespan issue.
"Do you want to go take a look?"
'Susanoo' turned back to look at Qin Su.
After all, Qin Su was the master, and at times like this, the decision should be made by him.
"We don't have any concealment methods, and it's easy to be discovered on this great sea..."
Qin Su stopped his footwork and fell into thought.
"However, the Competition System doesn't allow contestants to kill each other..."
'Susanoo' reminded him, "Qin Su, I told you before, it only prohibits killing each other, it doesn't mean you can't interfere with each other."
"Indeed, there is a method."
Qin Su's eyes lit up, and he quickly said, "You go underwater first to check the situation, then come back and tell me, and we'll decide what to do next!"
Although he could also swim, if he were attacked underwater, he would likely become flustered.
But 'Susanoo' was different; he had strong combat power even in the water.
Moreover, he wasn't human, so he didn't need to breathe and could stay submerged underwater for a long time!
"But then we'll be separated."
'Susanoo' frowned, feeling that this method wasn't quite appropriate.
"What's wrong with that? I'm your Imperial Arms User, our lives are linked together. Even if we get separated, both sides can sense each other's position at any time."
Qin Su said with an unconcerned smile.
'Susanoo' had an ability called 'Calamity Soul Manifestation'.
It was the ability to greatly enhance all aspects of combat power by absorbing the Imperial Arms User's life force from a distance, which was a form of berserking.
So being able to sense each other's life force and approximate direction was a basic effect.
It was somewhat similar to the relationship between a world's 'Vivre Card' and its corresponding master.
"That's true, then you stay here and don't move. I'll be back soon!"
'Susanoo' no longer had any objections.
Since they had decided to make this 'Spencer Bay' their scoring domain.
They indeed needed to know what was happening ahead that was attracting so many Sea Monsters.
Compared to taking Qin Su on an adventure together, it was better for him to go and come back quickly...
Soon, 'Susanoo' plunged into the water and disappeared without a trace.
And Qin Su obediently stood on the ice surface, waiting for Susanoo to return.
But in the distance.
Arlong's face, full of mockery, silently emerged from the sea surface.
He stared fiercely at the side figure of the green-haired boy.
Although he also wanted to know what exactly was causing the strong smell of blood in the water.
But dealing with a little human brat shouldn't take long.
"How lucky. Let me drag you down!"
(End of Chapter)
