Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls Chapter 637 - 322: Dual Advancements, Continuing Seclusion (Part 2)

Ma effortlessly projected brainwave fluctuations into the Meditation Room at this very instant.

He was reminding Fang Yu.

Upon hearing Ma’s communication, Fang Yu was momentarily taken aback. He promptly ceased his current activity, rose from his seat, and strode out with purpose.

"What's the situation, Ma? Who's here to see us?" Fang Yu inquired, his curiosity piqued.

As they walked, Ma responded with a smile, "Mr. Zhao Chenlin is looking for you."

"Mr. Zhao is here?" Fang Yu's eyes brightened considerably. He immediately quickened his pace, eager to leave the training area.

Previously, Zhao Chenlin had informed Fang Yu that he would arrange for two new Ocean Law Codex Fragments in exchange for the 'Forbidden' Ocean Law Codex that Fang Yu currently possessed.

Now, learning that Zhao Chenlin had come to find him, Fang Yu surmised that he must have brought favorable news.

With this thought, Fang Yu couldn't resist pushing open the door with a sense of joy and stepped onto the deck.

Indeed, a tall figure was standing on the deck.

Who else could it be but Zhao Chenlin?

At that moment, Zhao Chenlin was anxiously gazing towards the distant parliament palace, appearing lost in thought and completely unaware of Fang Yu's approach.

"Mr. Zhao!" Fang Yu called out, snapping Zhao Chenlin back to awareness.

Zhao Chenlin swiftly put away his worried expression, turned his head to face Fang Yu, and then smiled. He announced, "Fang Yu, I've brought you the Ocean Law Codex and the settlement for this task's completion."

Hearing Zhao Chenlin's words, Fang Yu's eyes lit up with anticipation. "Thank you, Mr. Zhao."

"No need for thanks; this is rightfully yours," Zhao Chenlin replied, shaking his head slightly. He then retrieved two pages of Ocean Law Codex Fragments, radiating a mysterious power, from his pocket.

Simultaneously, a notification resonated in Fang Yu's mind:

"Task [Recover the Ocean Law Codex] completed. All members receive: EXP +2,000,000, Gold Coins +1000, 1kg Essence of Flesh and Blood, 500g Extraordinary Essence, 250g Divine Essence."

"Captain [Fang Yu] additionally receives: Ocean Court Points +2000, Ocean Law Codex [Expenditure] x2."

Upon hearing the system's notification, Fang Yu was utterly delighted.

He felt a strong urge to immediately examine the effects of the new Ocean Law Codex.

However, after a moment's consideration, he suppressed his intense curiosity and excitement. Turning his gaze back to Zhao Chenlin, he couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Zhao, I noticed you staring into the distance just now. Is something weighing on your mind?"

Zhao Chenlin smiled at Fang Yu's question, choosing not to answer directly. Instead, he inquired, "How have things been with you lately? Has Sovereign Lanyun sought to meet you yet?"

"There's been no news," Fang Yu responded, shaking his head. He then proceeded to explain his recent experiences to Zhao Chenlin.

He also voiced some personal concerns: "Mr. Zhao, you mentioned you'd be getting back to me. How is everything on your end? Have you made any progress?"

Zhao Chenlin remained silent for a moment after Fang Yu's inquiry, his gaze fixed on the distant parliament palace. He then let out a soft sigh and finally stated, "Something feels profoundly wrong, Fang Yu."

Fang Yu was startled by Zhao Chenlin's words. Before he could react, Zhao Chenlin continued speaking.

Zhao Chenlin appeared somewhat bewildered and lost in thought. "I had initially believed that with the Ocean Court's dominion over the seas, there would be no limit to its capabilities. I envisioned the world's future unfolding under its decrees, leading to an era of prolonged peace."

"But recently, I've begun to suspect that the future may deviate from my expectations."

"It's possible we are heading towards a period of great upheaval."

Hearing Zhao Chenlin's somber prediction, Fang Yu quickly interjected, "Mr. Zhao, have you encountered something specific?"

Zhao Chenlin shook his head, turned to face Fang Yu, and explained, "All I can tell you is that the Sovereign of Lanyun Sea Country is likely not content. My original intention in returning with you was to present evidence to Sovereign Lanyun demonstrating that the Duorong Federation harbors no desire for war."

"However, I now fear this evidence will prove futile, as Sovereign Lanyun's objectives cannot be easily deterred by mere facts."

Fang Yu was slightly taken aback by Zhao Chenlin's statement. "Mr. Zhao, are you implying that Sovereign Lanyun genuinely intends to initiate a conflict?"

"Yes!" Zhao Chenlin's expression grew serious. Just as he was about to elaborate further.

Suddenly, intense energy fluctuations erupted from a distance, suggesting a battle was unfolding in a nearby area.

Soon after, chaotic sounds reverberated from afar.

Sensing this disturbance, Fang Yu and Zhao Chenlin's expressions shifted slightly.

Without a word, Zhao Chenlin swiftly leaped off the ship.

Upon witnessing this, Fang Yu felt an urge to plunge into the sea andjoin Zhao Chenlin in his investigation.

But at that precise moment, Zhao Chenlin turned around, offered Fang Yu a shaking of his head, and spoke with solemnity:

"Fang Yu, for this duration, you ought to concentrate on your training aboard the ship at your leisure."

"When it concerns the minor affairs of Lanyun Sea Country, there is no necessity for you to be concerned."

"Nevertheless, I can guarantee that I will assuredly ensure your safe departure from Lanyun Sea Country, along with Kong Huaao!"

Upon hearing Zhao Chenlin's declarations, Fang Yu was taken aback and came to an instinctive halt.

A peculiar sensation began to surface in his mind, as though he had grasped something significant, and he felt compelled to inquire further.

However, Zhao Chenlin's figure had already vanished from Fang Yu's visual range.

Fang Yu’s brows furrowed slightly, yet he heeded Zhao Chenlin's counsel and abstained from pursuing him towards the origin of the disturbance.

His trust in Zhao Chenlin was unwavering; given Zhao Chenlin's promise to escort him and Kong Huaao safely out of Lanyun Sea Country, he was certain it would be fulfilled.

...

"Whoosh!"

Following his separation from Fang Yu, Zhao Chenlin rapidly propelled himself toward the source of the energy fluctuation.

The location from which the energy surge emanated was not distant from the capital, Blue Sky City, and was situated in proximity to the coastline.

With a swift maneuver, Zhao Chenlin traversed the distance and arrived at the site where the energy fluctuation had been released in under ten minutes.

Yet, as if alerted to Zhao Chenlin's approach, the violent energy fluctuation abruptly ceased its intensity upon his arrival.

Upon reaching the scene, Zhao Chenlin was confronted with a panorama of destruction; coastal avenues, commercial districts, vessels, and the harbor had all sustained damage from an unidentified force.

The atmosphere still retained lingering traces of the powerful energy surge.

Zhao Chenlin's expression altered subtly as he meticulously analyzed the residual energy signatures in his vicinity, then his brows suddenly knitted in a frown.

"It carries the scent of elements... the perpetrator is... a mage?!"

Zhao Chenlin vocalized, his gaze imbued with frigidity.

Just then, a voice projected from a distance reached Zhao Chenlin's ears with haste.

"Captain Zhao Chenlin, pray tell, what transpired here?"

Startled, Zhao Chenlin angled his head to observe a man adorned in opulent garments who had already alighted nearby.

The individual's bearing exuded nobility and veneration, with ethereal halos subtly revolving behind his head.

This personage was none other than the Sovereign of Lanyun Sea Country.

Upon recognizing the Sovereign's arrival, the surrounding throng of refugees gasped in shock and hastily executed bows, their faces etched with admiration and profound respect as they offered their greetings:

"Sovereign!"

"The Sovereign has... made a personal appearance here?"

With the Sovereign's presence established, the populace, who had been in a state of panicked flight, found themselves suddenly placated.

Witnessing their Sovereign, the people erupted in expressions of exuberant joy and incredulity, as if unable to fathom the Sovereign's direct intervention.

The refugees surged forward, voicing "Sovereign" with fervent calls.

At this juncture, Sovereign Lanyun discarded all pretenses of regal austerity, adopting a demeanor of gentle amiability. His eyes, alight with a blend of heartbreak and indignation, he inquired loudly: "What calamity has befallen this place? How did it descend into such ruin?"

"Sovereign!"

A voice from within the crowd cried out: "It is the work of the mages! Those mages, released from the Sin Domain previously, have returned to wreak havoc upon our Lanyun Sea Country territory once more."

"What? It is these mages again?"

The Sovereign's brow furrowed, and he let out a sigh: "It is my failing that I did not apprehend these mages immediately and bring them to account."

"I had not foreseen these individuals causing such devastation again, and though I sensed it instantly and hastened hither, I still arrived a step too late."

"This unfortunate affair... I offer my profound regrets to all of you."

The Sovereign articulated his sorrow.

At this very moment, a sharp voice suddenly pierced the air from the midst of the assembled group: "Sovereign, this is not your fault; it is the Duorong Federation's doing!"

"They have deliberately unleashed the wicked entities from the Sin Domain to rampage across our Lanyun Sea Country territory. We have endured their transgressions repeatedly, yet they persist."

"Sovereign, we can bear this suffering no longer!"