Infinite Professions-Chapter 78 - 8: Tidal Fury

"What?"

"Rage Sea Tide?"

"Has it finally arrived?"

"Hurry, let’s go!"

Upon hearing this, the Spirit Control Masters all had their eyes lit up and quickly got up to rush outside.

Void Spirit Island is one of the few islands located at the edge of the Sky Kingdom, yet not under the kingdom’s rule.

The reason is this Rage Sea Tide. Once every hundred years, a great tsunami erupts in the sea area where Void Spirit Island is located, known as the Rage Sea Tide. It is said to be caused by a Tier Six Emperor Spirit Beast deep in the ocean or an underwater volcanic eruption.

No matter the cause, this once-in-a-century Rage Sea Tide engulfs and destroys all the islands in this sea region, so the Sky Kingdom does not rule over it, nor does it consider relocating the inhabitants.

But for Spirit Control Masters, this great tsunami is not only a disaster but also an opportunity, because after the tsunami, a large number of Deep Sea Spirit Beasts and Deep Sea Spiritual Objects will appear in this sea area, sometimes even Flood Dragon Class Spirit Beasts.

Flood Dragon Class Spirit Beasts, as long as their bloodline is pure, are at least Spirit Lord Species. King Species are quite common, and they have huge potential with the possibility of advancing to Emperor Species. Among the nine Celestial Spirit Beasts of the previous generation, there were four Flood Dragon Class Spirit Beasts, including the Ancient Dragon King.

Therefore, every hundred-year period, Void Spirit Island and its surrounding islands will gather a large number of Spirit Control Masters, waiting for the Rage Sea Tide to arrive.

Now that the tide is approaching, the people naturally would not continue to linger in this shabby tavern, rushing outdoors to summon their flight spirit beasts to ascend into the sky.

The Rage Sea Tide is a disaster, but opportunities arise after the disaster.

The people came to Void Spirit Island not only to seize the opportunity immediately but also without the intent to confront the Rage Sea Tide. Hence, they must summon their flight spirit beasts to ascend into the sky to avoid the tsunami. Otherwise, the opportunity is uncertain, but burial beneath the sea is inevitable.

The Sky Kingdom already produces a wealth of flight spirit beasts, and now the Spirit Control Masters visiting each have one. Upon summoning them, it truly is akin to Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea, each displaying their divine techniques.

"Screech!!!"

One after another, flight spirit beasts flapped their wings to soar, with birds being the majority, but there were also some peculiar beings, able to hover in high altitudes without wings or feathers.

"Although all are hovering at high altitudes, positioning is crucial."

A broad-shouldered, plump young man, as swollen as a steamed bun, sat atop a Tier Three Elite Species White Feathered Eagle, gesturing to the individuals around him.

"Those at the forefront have the greatest chance, able to seize the spiritual objects or spirit beasts that emerge after the tide, but the danger is also highest."

"Who can predict the scale of the Rage Sea Tide? If positioned too far forward and flying too low, one might be swept into the sea by a wave, never to emerge again."

"Moreover, with opportunities, it’s all about the word ’grab.’ Without sufficient strength, even if spiritual objects are delivered before you, you won’t be able to grasp them, possibly ending up losing your life."

"So, without Spirit-level strength, never stand in the front row. Like us, positioned in the middle to rear is the safest and most prudent, allowing us to avoid the furious waves promptly and have the opportunity to acquire some spiritual objects and spirit beasts, without being robbed by those major powers."

After his explanation, filled with the wisdom of age, his companions offered praises.

"Is that so!"

"Brother Zhou truly is experienced."

"Truly worthy of being a descendant of the Zhou Clan."

"Not at all!"

After receiving such compliments, Fatty Zhou felt somewhat elated and continued, "The front is filled with famous Spirit-level Spirit Masters, and even noble families of Sky Kingdom. There might be Monarchs hidden, and eventually, a dragon-tiger battle will surely ensue. It’s wise to keep a distance; never be caught in their conflict."

"Yes, yes, yes!"

His companions followed his advice, retreating to a safer distance.

"Roar!"

Just at that moment, a roar echoed, and as they turned to look, a completely snow-white ferocious tiger carried a tall, majestic black-clad man, striding forth with wind and thunder beneath its feet.

"Is this... a Wind Thunder Tiger?"

"Without wings below the ribs, it seems it hasn’t evolved into a Wind Thunder Winged Tiger of Spirit Lord Species."

"But able to tread with wind and thunder, it’s at least a Tier Four Spirit Beast."

"Quickly retreat!"

Their eyes focused, retreating immediately to let the man and tiger proceed forward.

"Hmm!"

"Wind Thunder Tiger?"

A person at the front saw this, immediately urging the spirit beast below him to release the pressure of a Tier Four Spirit Lord Species.

A Spirit Lord is a lord, possessing a natural dominance over Elite Species, enough to startle the Wind Thunder Tiger and make it fall into the sea.

However...

"Huh?"

Facing the pressure from the spirit beast, the Wind Thunder Tiger tilted its head slightly, then turned to the black-clad man on its back.

The black-clad man did not speak but sent a spiritual thought down. The Wind Thunder Tiger immediately understood, turning to open its mouth toward the person.

"Roar!!!"

A tiger’s roar echoed like a thunderclap, shattering the courage of the spirit beast below that person, unable to stay in the air any longer, falling directly towards the sea.

Only then did the Wind Thunder Tiger feel satisfied, carrying the man forward, and this time no one dared to obstruct.

Not only did no one obstruct, after the Wind Thunder Tiger settled, there was a person driving a spirit beast closer.

A young man in white clothing with a handsome and outstanding appearance urged his Golden Roc closer and fluently said, "This brother’s fierce tiger hides the momentum of a king, truly extraordinary."

The black-clad man gazed at him with a light smile, "Who are you?"

"I am Jun Moxiao!"

The young man clasped his hands in greeting, performing the Sky Kingdom’s meeting etiquette, "May I ask for this brother’s name?"

"Jun Moxiao?"

The black-clad man shook his head, "My surname is Wu."

"Wu?"

Jun Moxiao murmured, then became even more familiar, "So it’s Brother Wu, I’ve long admired you!"

The black-clad man smiled, "If there’s something to say, just say it."

"Brother Wu is straightforward indeed."

Upon hearing this, Jun Moxiao no longer spoke of other subjects, jumping straight to the point, "Brother Wu, do you know who that person just now was?"

The black-clad man remained indifferent, "What identity do they hold?"

"An elder of the Zhang Family from Flying Fish Island."

Jun Moxiao spoke in a serious tone, "This Zhang Family from Flying Fish Island has been arrogant because of a backer, always acting presumptuously. Now that they’ve suffered at Brother Wu’s hands, they definitely won’t let things rest easily."

The black-clad man looked at him, "Then why are you still talking to me?"

"Ha!"

Jun Moxiao laughed heartily, "Others might fear them, but I, Jun Moxiao, won’t."

"Is that so?"

The black-clad man also laughed, "There’s no uncaused love or hate in the world; why do you think they would trouble me?"

Jun Moxiao furrowed his brow, "It’s naturally because they are arrogant, looking down on others, unaware that Brother Wu’s Wind Thunder Tiger is a hidden king."

"Ha!"

The black-clad man shook his head, "If it were you, even if arrogant, would you show off against someone unknown outside your home?" 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

"This..."

Jun Moxiao was momentarily at a loss for words, looking at the other with suspicion.

The black-clad man did not speak further, merely gazing at the raging tide ahead, "Keep your distance from me."

"This..."

Upon hearing this, Jun Moxiao finally awoke, a look of horror emerging in his eyes, hurrying to clasp his hands in apology, "I was rash and blunt, please forgive me."

There was no response, and looking up, the person was already far away, at the line where sky meets sea, as the raging waves surged high.

The Rage Sea Tide emerges!