Chapter 1421: Chapter 541: Zhong Jian Sect Disciples

Over the past few days, there have been fewer and fewer sea landmarks.

Up to this point, they mainly relied on Song Yuanlong’s sailing experience to ensure they stayed on course.

And as per Jiang Lan’s oral account and the Sea Map handed over by Ximen Huai.

They were not far from the island where Cui Xin Temple was located.

This deserted island ahead was indeed a necessary stop before reaching Cui Xin Temple.

Since Shi Shengtian boarded the ship, saying that a group of people had emerged in Nanhai to trouble him.

It had been over a month.

However, this group had shown no signs of appearing.

Even the Yuhai King Ship had no information.

All of this combined forced Su Mo to have doubts in his heart.

Were they secretly planning something, intending to ambush and surprise him?

Yet after much hesitation, Su Mo decided to order a landing on the island.

Speculation was not enough proof, for one.

Additionally, even if there was an ambush on the island, it would be just as he wished.

With Su Mo’s command, the large ship immediately headed towards the island.

Within half a day’s time, the island was already close by.

However, the closer they got to the island, the denser the sea fog became.

Su Mo and his group emerged from the cabin to the deck, looking at the pervasive haze in astonishment.

This fog wasn’t as impenetrably dense as the one on Fog Day at Gupiao Island.

Yet it still left them feeling uncertain.

Shi Shengtian stood with his hands behind his back next to Su Mo.

He had already removed the mask from his face, his appearance almost identical to Shi Cheng’s, albeit more aged.

His eyes locked through the thick fog, with brows tightly furrowed:

"Shall I scout ahead for you?"

"It’s not necessary to trouble you, elder."

Su Mo gently waved his hand, glancing at Song Yuanlong.

Song Yuanlong nodded immediately, first furling the sails then dropping the anchor.

Once the ship was stabilized, a dozen crew members launched a small boat into the water.

The crew boarded and rowed away, aiming to investigate whether there were any hidden reefs around the island.

This type of situation couldn’t be ignored.

A small mistake could lead to the ship’s destruction and loss of lives.

To be cautious, Su Mo also had Xiao He and Wen Qi accompany them.

After all, this dense fog gave an unsettling feeling, like stepping into it meant never returning...

Isn’t it often portrayed this way in movies?

Supporting characters venture into the fog, only to vanish without a trace.

Years later, the protagonist ventures inside once more, discovering hidden wonders.

But soon, Su Mo realized he had overthought.

Xiao He and Wen Qi, along with the crew, quickly returned.

The two of them leaped onto the ship with surprise written on their faces:

"Hall Master, beyond the fog, it’s bright and clear, without a hint of mist."

Wen Qi also nodded repeatedly:

"These fogs, resembling a jade belt around, are quite mystical.

"However, for some reason, from afar, the island can be clearly seen, but only up close do the fogs become apparent."

Upon hearing this, Su Mo nodded in acknowledgment, ordered the small boat back onboard, and then instructed Song Yuanlong to continue sailing forward.

Watching the fog sweep past on both sides, Su Mo smiled and said:

"The sea is filled with mysterious phenomena and magnificent sights, innumerable.

"Strange occurrences are not at all uncommon."

The Sihai Dragon Heads, Shi Shengtian, and others nodded in agreement.

They were all Nanhai natives, having heard and seen much of the sea’s happenings.

Wen Qi was simply curious, speaking without much thought.

Since Su Mo didn’t plan to delve into its mysteries, he was naturally at ease.

In no time, just as Wen Qi and Xiao He described, the large ship broke through the fog, suddenly revealing bright sunshine.

An island clearly appeared before them.

Identical to what they observed from afar.

Yet what differed from the previous sight was... there were people on this island!

Su Mo and his crew’s large ship had barely shown up.

When they heard shouts and cries from afar, a group of people appeared along the island shore.

In no time, they saw small boats speeding toward them.

Each boat carried men who appeared fierce.

They paddled quickly, faces lit with excitement.

Before they got close, someone shouted harshly:

"Halt the ship!!"

And before Su Mo and his group could respond, another voice laughed loudly:

"Hand over Silver Coin and women, and the men can swim to their fate!!"

Su Mo and Shi Shengtian exchanged glances, both with odd expressions.

Su Mo hadn’t expected such a situation before even reaching shore.

Shi Shengtian was rendered speechless... He had roamed Nanhai for years, and in the past decade, most fled at the sight of him; rarely did anyone have the courage to target him.

Were these people borrowing courage from heaven?

Xiao He quietly said to Su Mo:

"Hall Master, we thought it was an abandoned island, but unexpectedly, it’s a Black Island."

"Black Island?"

Su Mo suddenly understood.

He was not unfamiliar with this term.

Back then, Elder Du showcased his might on a Black Island, causing three major forces to suffer significant losses.

Dragon King Hall was especially hindered by Elder Du.

The so-called Black Island was essentially a refuge for pirates in Nanhai.

Some were located in hidden places, others well disguised.

The latter allowed ordinary people to land without worry.

The person in charge of a Black Island would never permit pirates to jeopardize their cover by robbing merchants and revealing their presence.