The air was filled with tension, and the surrounding islands seemed to be holding their breath, observing.
Lightning continued to flicker within the dark clouds, adding more mystery and danger to this confrontation.
"I am not here to seize anything."
"But I wish to protect this land and everything it upholds. If anyone intends to exploit these powers, it certainly isn't me."
At that moment, a gale suddenly arose, causing the trees on the island to sway unsteadily.
This seemed to be a response, also akin to a warning from the unfathomable ocean depths.
"Your words are moving, but your bloodline makes it hard for me to fully trust you."
The Sea Emperor could feel the powerful energy emanating from within David, though his heart's wariness remained unabated.
David took a deep breath, realizing that the situation ahead involved not just his own fate, but the future of the entire Sea Race.
To break this tense deadlock, he decided to display his Sea God bloodline origin power.
