Water Elf No.1 convulsed swiftly on the surface of the sea.
"???"
Chen Qi was startled.
As a fully handmade pet, Water Elf No.1 only needed to absorb seawater to reshape its body and grow healthily.
Therefore, Water Elf No.1 also didn't need to eat food! Plus, it had an extremely high working duration!
But this didn't mean that Water Elf No.1 ate nothing. Under their master's training, they would also consume some drinks, turning into sour plum juice elves, juice elves, milk elves, and so on.
However, as a deep-sea creature, they also instinctively craved the energy core of the deep-sea series!
"Trouble..."
Chen Qi walked to the shoreline, trying to stop Water Elf No.1.
But he had not yet fully digested the Sea Walking knowledge given by the Dream Beast. Without the aid of Water Elf No.1, he was actually unable to run on the sea at first attempt.
And now, if he ran over, it would be too late.
Lil' Crow also realized the severity of the situation, but she had no ability in Sea Walking either.
No matter how strong Water Elf No.1 was, it was just a weak water elf. Could it really withstand the power of the Dream Beast?
This was a drop from the Dream Beast!
No.1, you can't handle this power!
"Waku! Waku!"
Water Elf No.1 cried out in agony as the immense energy caused it to suddenly enlarge, transforming it into a super-sized water elf!
It expanded from the size of a head to one meter high, then two meters, and finally a full three meters tall.
The huge energy within Water Elf No.1's body condensed, ultimately forming an enormous spiral.
Super-sized Spiral Water Elf!
"Everyone, move out, pull No.1 back."
Chen Qi immediately commanded.
"Waku Waku (Understood)!"
The other water elves darted like torpedoes, speeding to No.1's side, then forcibly pulled it back from the surface of the sea.
Water Elf No.1, like a huge beach ball, tumbled around dizzily on the beach.
The consequences of eating recklessly… Chen Qi looked at the state of Water Elf No.1 and asked Lil' Crow:
"Do you have a Spiritual Power suppressant potion?"
The potions left by the Flower Witch for Chen Qi were all for strengthening.
To ensure the safety of Water Elf No.1, they had to neutralize the massive energy inside it somehow.
Lil' Crow hastily searched her backpack card:
"Yes!"
Lil' Crow, without hesitating, carefully injected the potion into Water Elf No.1's body.
Finally, the two spent some time controlling the turbulent Spiritual Power of Water Elf No.1.
Fortunately, Lil' Crow possessed skills to heal pets, and in the end, no major incident occurred.
Eventually, under the influence of the potion, Water Elf No.1's body slowly shrank back to its normal size.
"Phew, that was a close call…"
Chen Qi wiped the sweat off his forehead and picked up the unconscious water elf.
Now, apart from becoming bluer, there was no change in its external appearance.
At that moment, the Spiritual Power field on Water Elf No.1 significantly changed, and the aura it displayed could now be compared to the Sea Beast base's close sea overlord!
Perhaps, could Water Elf No.1 now perform the high-order skill 'Phantom Creation'?
Chen Qi looked at Water Elf No.1.
Being able to withstand this power meant that Water Elf No.1 would become stronger.
"Phew, are you okay?"
Lil' Crow wiped off the sweat on her forehead, never expecting Chen Qi's water elf to actually withstand the power of the Dream Beast.
"I'm fine, thank you for your help."
Without Doctor Lil' Crow, Water Elf No.1 would have been paralyzed for at least a month.
"Lil' Crow, let's get on the boat."
"Okay."
Chen Qi lowered the ladder, then placed Water Elf No.1 in a special room.
For now, Water Elf No.1 would still need to lie down for a while to digest the power within its body.
After dealing with the deep-sea Water Elf, Chen Qi leaned on the ship's rail and started the engine.
Although the Dream Beast was dead, its Descent, in the moment itself, was a massive burst of energy, which was bound to trigger investigations by Shell Country Meteorological Bureau, the Navy, and others.
The weather tower on Maruo Island was not just for show.
Although he was just a passerby caught up in the situation, if the Shell Country Meteorological Bureau mistook him for an accomplice in summoning the Dream Beast, trouble would ensue.
To avoid trouble, it was best to leave this contentious place quickly.
This journey's gains were enough to let him establish a firm foothold in the Crack Sea!
"Little Raven, do you have any place you want to go?"
Chen Qi asked.
His first target should be Black Mine City, the largest city in the Crack Sea.
Black Mine City, the central city in the Crack Sea region, had enough land to accommodate a hundred thousand people.
Once, Black Mine City had over thirty crack mines and was home to many miners.
But with the arrival of the Crack Tide, this city, which once dealt only in mineral trade, should have become a transit center for adventurers; if the Flower Witch completed her trial to become a Legend, she might also appear in Black Mine City.
Little Raven sat on a chair on the deck, mulling over:
"My next target should be the Crack Sea; I need to find auntie to report today's events, and I might go to the Crack Sea's research center, or possibly..."
Little Raven looked out at the sea where the body of the Dream Beast lay.
Though the Dream Beast was dead, its influence was definitely not that simple.
If no special incidents occurred, as one of the participants, her bounty would increase by at least five million Shell Coins.
I really don't want to leave... Little Raven said in a very soft tone:
"Let's leave this sea area first. The Shell Country Meteorological Bureau, Navy, or even that Black Hunter, or other pirates could be attracted by the massive force; we need to leave this place as soon as possible."
"Hmm."
Chen Qi said.
Suddenly, a prompt appeared before him.
[You have completed the occupation quest, A Journey of Cracks. You glimpsed the Dream Beast soaring in the sky and gained 4000 Spiritual Points!]
4000 Spiritual Points! Chen Qi looked at the prompt before him and tallied up his gains.
In this operation, he managed to get the most important Soul Origin Skill Card, the Daylight Lantern that disperses Shadow Demons, the Sea Lantern design, and the evolved Water Elf No.1.
It could be said that the gains from this operation far exceeded those of a normal C-rank crack.
"Set sail!"
Chen Qi pressed the button.
The boiler started operating, and the massive ship began to move slowly.
The sea was calm, the breeze unexpectedly pleasant.
The houseboat exited the storm gorge and sailed towards the Crack Sea.
The prolonged journey also induced a great sense of fatigue in Chen Qi.
He leaned on the captain's chair, holding Water Elf No.3, and rested for a moment.
...
After resting for a while, a gentle sea breeze swept by, and someone gently woke Chen Qi.
"Qi, Qi!"
Little Raven gently tapped Chen Qi's shoulder.
"??"
Chen Qi instinctively opened his eyes, glanced at the blanket on him, then looked forward.
Through the glass of the captain's cabin, a huge ship appeared before them.
This was no ordinary ship but one designed with a mermaid as the inspiration, blending mystery and beauty, power—a warship.
The ship's lines were smooth and elegant, seeming to sway lightly on the ocean surface. The body was painted deep sea blue, also adorned with elegant red highlights that shimmered like fish scales under the sunlight, both mysterious and enchanting.
Furthermore, light red runes could be seen on the ship's body, enhancing its speed and defenses.
Rune technology could only be accomplished by Hammer Phase Rune Carvers and was exceedingly expensive.
And on the prow of the ship, prominently displayed, was a statue of the Sea Goddess.
A design with considerable aesthetic appeal...
At that moment, on the prow, a tall woman with big wavy red hair holding a fire gun, smiled slightly.
Her hearty voice echoed across the entire houseboat:
"Little Raven, we've come to pick you up. Earlier, your ship lost its signal, and I thought you and the White Cloak had been killed by that nearshore Black Hunter."
The Black Whale Group's ship... Chen Qi and Little Raven both swallowed nervously.