Full-Level Fierce Person
Chapter 661 - 358 Wasted Time_2

Chapter 661: 358 Wasted Time_2

The Sea King unfortunately became nothing but a foil.

At this moment, the Great Black Buddha Mother had to intervene, saying, "The voyage sets sail today, do the two of you still want to continue fighting?"

Fang Zhixing looked down at the Sea King.

The Sea King also met his gaze.

The two looked at each other and, in the next instant, they stopped fighting in perfect tacit agreement.

Right after, Fang Zhixing retracted the Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon Dharma Form and released the Purple Gold Bowl.

The Sea King flashed out, once again free.

She gave Fang Zhixing a sidelong glance, then suddenly burst out laughing, "Good, good, good, worthy of being the world’s greatest rebel, I acknowledge your strength."

Fang Zhixing, with his hands clasped behind his back, smiled lightly and replied calmly, "You can’t kill me, and I can’t do anything to you either."

The Sea King snorted, reached into her bosom, and took out a smooth stone shaped like a human skull.

"This is the Time-Wasting Stone that I’ve collected."

The Sea King toyed with the stone, sneering, "I can be certain this stone is a treasure, for no matter what power I use, I cannot destroy it.

But as to whether it’s truly a Time-Wasting Stone, I’ve never been completely sure, and can only infer it through some clues."

Fang Zhixing sounded intrigued, "What kind of clues?"

The Sea King explained carefully, "Whoever touches this Time-Wasting Stone becomes exceptionally lazy in body and mind, desiring to do nothing all day. This holds for ordinary people, martial artists are influenced too, and even I am no exception."

Fang Zhixing fell silent for a moment, then reached out his hand and said lightly, "May I examine it?"

The Sea King did not hesitate, and casually tossed it to him.

Fang Zhixing caught it in his hand and immediately glanced at the System Panel.

[1, Destroy 1 Time-Wasting Stone (ready, complete?)]

"It really is a Time-Wasting Stone!"

Fang Zhixing was overjoyed internally, but maintained an impassive exterior as he asked, "Sea King, what do you want?"

The corners of the Sea King’s mouth curled into a mocking smile as she responded, "Rumors say the Time-Wasting Stone is an object of curse, I’m very curious, what do you want this stone for?"

Fang Zhixing replied, "If I tell you the reason, will you give me the Time-Wasting Stone?"

The Sea King scoffed, "Of course it’s not that simple. In addition to the answer, you will have to give me the ’Heart Sutra.’"

Fang Zhixing quickly understood.

The recent fight had seen the Sea King suppressed by the Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon Dharma Form for two whole days, a truly stifling experience.

Thus, if the Sea King mastered the ’Heart Sutra’, the next time they clashed, the Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon Dharma Form likely wouldn’t be able to hold her anymore.

"Deal!"

Fang Zhixing agreed without hesitation, first sending over a golden scroll, then answered, "The reason I seek the Time-Wasting Stone is for the purpose of martial arts practice."

The Sea King frowned, "Practice? What kind of martial arts would need a Time-Wasting Stone?"

Suddenly, she stiffened, her expression abruptly changing, as she exclaimed, "Could it be it involves a divine skill of time-space laws?"

Fang Zhixing smiled and nodded, "You’re right on target, Sea King, I do have such a marvelous skill in my possession."

The Sea King understood, taunting, "Well, good luck to you then. I’ve seen martial arts involving time-space before, there are several in the Imperial Palace arsenal.

However, the resources required to practice those martial arts are incredibly scarce, and many treasures have long since disappeared, rendering progress nearly impossible."

Having said that, she stopped paying attention to Fang Zhixing and flew back to Palm Island on her own.

Fang Zhixing pocketed the Time-Wasting Stone and turned to the Great Black Buddha Mother, nodding, "Our business here is done, let’s set off."

The Great Black Buddha Mother nodded and, together with Fang Zhixing, they headed back to the small seaside town.

Afterward, they met up with Jun Yao, Mo Shouju, and others, and went to the port together.

Looking out, the harbor was crowded with many large ships, among which one massive wheel stood out sharply.

Because it was too big.

In comparison to the other large ships, this massive wheel was ten times bigger.

Around the massive wheel, four guardian fleets were guarding it.

At this moment, the harbor was bustling with thousands of people pushing and shoving each other, rushing to board the massive wheel or other large ships.

Fang Zhixing scanned the crowd and noticed that the strength of those boarding varied greatly—some were strong and some were weak.

Many of the weak ones were just pitiful Martial Artists from the Five Beasts Realm, frail and feeble, yet also scrambling to get on board the ships.

Fang Zhixing asked in surprise, "What’s going on? Why are those from the Five Beasts Realm also joining in the fray?"

The Great Black Buddha Mother sighed and said, "The current Emperor has personally led the campaign to explore the Outer Sea, causing a sensation across the world. Many civilians also wish to seize this opportunity to leave the Great Zhou and head to another continent to change their fate. Therefore, they’ve built many merchant ships, planning to take a chance and follow the massive wheel out to sea."

Fang Zhixing understood then.

Those weak ones joining the expedition was not arranged by the Court; it was entirely their personal action.

"The cultivation resources of the Great Zhou World are almost exhausted, like a plain turning into a desert. Who would want to stay here?"

Fang Zhixing sighed softly.

Nine people and one dog quickly ran toward the massive wheel.

As they approached, Fang Zhixing released his Divine Soul Perception to explore the interior of the massive wheel.

Upon seeing the interior, his face involuntarily revealed a look of astonishment.

"What’s wrong?" Xigou transmitted his voice to ask.

Fang Zhixing replied, "The inside of the massive wheel consists of precise machinery with an extremely advanced and powerful engine. It’s practically high-tech, and the complexity is beyond my understanding."

Xigou looked up at the massive wheel, which had a wooden exterior, and couldn’t imagine that it was hiding high technology.

Fang Zhixing pondered and said, "I seriously suspect that this massive wheel is alive. It’s highly possible that it’s constructed from that ’Life Metal’."

Xigou clicked his tongue and said, "This is a Mechanical Ship then! Such a grand gesture!"

Fang Zhixing agreed wholeheartedly, astounded, and sincerely said, "Mechs corrode constantly within the boundaries of Great Zhou, but once out in the Outer Sea, that effect should no longer be a concern."

Upon hearing this, Xigou shuddered with excitement and took a deep breath, "Doesn’t that mean that mechs are about to rise to power?"

Fang Zhixing nodded slightly and said, "Beyond the Great Zhou Island lies the realm of the Mechanical God. We need to be on our guard."

While exchanging thoughts, the group boarded the Mechanical Ship’s deck.

At that moment, a young red-clad eunuch came forward, bowing his head and saying, "Esteemed guests, this servant is here to welcome you aboard by the Emperor’s orders."

The Great Black Buddha Mother nodded and responded, "Please arrange our accommodations first."

The young eunuch replied promptly, "Certainly, please follow me."

As he led the way, he explained, "This massive wheel is divided into five layers. The Emperor, the Empress, and the Personal Guard Team reside on the first and second layers. The third layer is reserved for the nobles and aristocratic families. The fourth layer is dedicated to the Alchemists, and the fifth layer is a storeroom.

You have been arranged to stay on the second layer.

There are strict rules between the layers; without permission, one must not stray from their designated floor.

Those on the upper layers have the right to visit the lower layers, whereas those from the lower layers are prohibited from entering the upper layers.

Of course, if an emergency occurs and you need to come out for battle, you can use the passageways between the layers to directly reach the deck."

The group listened carefully to these rules, asking no questions.

The young eunuch continued, "The vanguard fleet has already set out to scout ahead and will lead the way for us. The massive wheel will follow the vanguard fleet, protected by the four guardian fleets.

As for the civilian ships, as long as they can keep up with the massive wheel’s pace, the Emperor has allowed them to follow."

Fang Zhixing couldn’t help asking, "The Outer Sea is fraught with unknown dangers, and those civilian ships will inevitably encounter hazards. How will the Emperor deal with that when the time comes?"

The young eunuch’s face was expressionless as he answered, "The Emperor has already made his decision and will not pay them any mind, leaving them to their fate."