Chapter 171: Chapter 171
**Chapter 171: Dark Clouds Over the Village**
"Well, I'm glad you understand," Zhao Ling said, gently stroking Poseidon's jade-like back. Holding her felt intoxicating, as though time itself had slowed.
As they enjoyed their tender moment, Zhao Ling's gaze shifted to the scenery below. His brows furrowed slightly before his lips curled into a faint smile.
"Eh, is that… Haha, I never thought I'd come back here again."
"Where? Where?" Poseidon asked curiously, turning her head to follow his gaze. Below, a small village with a few hundred residents came into view.
Zhao Ling began recounting the story of how he and Ah Yin had once visited this village and the shameful treatment they had received from the locals.
Upon hearing his tale, Poseidon's beautiful face turned cold. "Hmph! These ants dare to offend my husband? They've been given too much face."
Without hesitation, she released her Seagod Martial Soul. Nine soul rings—eight black and one red—emerged around her. Holding her staff, she waved it toward the sky.
Zhao Ling didn't recognize the soul skill she used, but thick, dark clouds quickly gathered overhead. The entire village soon shrouded in darkness, as if the heavens themselves were bearing down upon it.
Thunder rumbled ominously, and bean-sized raindrops began pelting the ground.
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In the Village
Villagers working in the fields scrambled to take shelter as the rain poured down in torrents.
Aunt Shen, busy with her drying corn and rice, groaned in frustration as the sudden rain soaked her crops. She muttered curses under her breath.
"It was sunny just a moment ago! Why now? What kind of god would punish me like this?"
Her son hurried home from the fields to help her gather the wet corn and rice, knowing they'd sprout and spoil if left out too long.
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On the Cloud Piercing Shuttle
Zhao Ling watched the deluge below, the village disappearing under sheets of rain. He gave Poseidon an admiring thumbs-up.
"Xi'er, I didn't know you had this kind of ability. Impressive."
Poseidon beamed at his praise. "Of course! As the High Priest of the Sea God, controlling water and rainfall is second nature to me."
She smiled mischievously. "These ants dared to insult you. I'll teach them a lesson they won't forget. Don't worry, it's just a few days of rain. You're not angry, are you?"
Zhao Ling chuckled, brushing a strand of hair from her face. "How could I be mad at you, silly girl? It's only rain."
He looked up at the sky and noticed that no raindrops fell on the shuttle. It seemed to be protected by an invisible shield, a magical sight that filled him with awe.
Poseidon, however, kept her gaze on the village, a cold smile playing on her lips. Hmph. These ants dared to disrespect my husband. From now on, they won't have a village to return to.
She didn't share her true intentions with Zhao Ling, knowing he had a soft heart. As a Title Douluo, if he truly wanted revenge, he could have destroyed the village himself. Instead, she had taken matters into her own hands, determined to eliminate those who had wronged him.
Soon, the Cloud Piercing Shuttle left the rain-soaked area behind and soared into sunnier skies. Poseidon stowed her staff, took Zhao Ling's arm, and resumed enjoying the scenic view.
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Back in the Village
The rain grew heavier with each passing hour, as if the sky itself had been punctured. Within a day, the surrounding rivers rose by two meters, flooding the village roads and turning them into an isolated island.
By the second and third days, the relentless rain forced villagers onto their roofs. Aunt Shen and her son huddled together, watching the rising water with despair.
When the rain finally stopped on the evening of the fourth day, the village was no longer visible. The floodwaters had swallowed everything.
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Arriving at Poseidon Island
After two days of flying, the Cloud Piercing Shuttle reached Poseidon Island. As Zhao Ling prepared to land the ship in an open space, seven figures ascended from the ground, seemingly intent on blocking the landing.
Standing at the bow, Poseidon's voice rang out with authority.
"Move aside!"
The seven figures immediately descended, recognizing the High Priest's commanding tone. As the ship touched down, they surrounded it and greeted her respectfully.
"Greetings, High Priest!"
Poseidon leapt from the shuttle, her demeanor shifting from a soft and affectionate companion to the dignified and imposing leader of Poseidon Island.
"Has anything happened during my absence? Has the Deep Sea Demon Whale King caused trouble? Has Lord Poseidon descended?"
Sea Dragon Douluo, the most senior among the Seven Sacred Pillars, stepped forward and bowed.
"High Priest, everything on Poseidon Island has remained peaceful. Lord Poseidon has not descended."
Poseidon nodded, her expression calm.
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