"Never thought I'd encounter the renowned Shura here. It seems I won't be able to obtain this treasure after all."
Luo Feng was startled upon hearing this voice. He turned to see a person carrying an enormous ruler on their back in the distance. Though Luo Feng didn't recognize this individual, there was something inexplicably familiar about their appearance.
Curious, Luo Feng asked, "I am indeed Shura. May I know your name?"
Xiao Huo Huo studied Luo Feng for a moment before replying, "I'm Xiao Huo Huo. It's a great pleasure to meet Shura here. Might I ask if your purpose for coming is the treasure atop that iceberg in the frozen sea?"
What? Xiao Huo Huo? Wasn't that strikingly similar to the protagonist's name from that novel Battle Through the Heavens? Not only was the name alike, but this person also wielded fire and carried a massive iron ruler. This must be an ardent fan of that novel.
Luo Feng's gaze unconsciously drifted toward the person's fingers. Suddenly, his pupils dilated—he actually spotted a ring on Xiao Huo Huo's finger. Could there be an old grandpa spirit inside? This Xiao Huo Huo was clearly no ordinary individual.
Luo Feng's estimation of Xiao Huo Huo rose significantly. With a smile, he said, "To be honest, I arrived here by chance. But having seen such a treasure appear, I can't simply stand by. In other words, I'm claiming the Iceberg Snow Lotus on that mountain. I assume you all have the same target. In that case, let's each rely on our own abilities."
Xiao Huo Huo mirrored Luo Feng's smile. "I share that sentiment. There's only one Iceberg Snow Lotus. Whoever reaches it first and obtains it shall keep it, with no further contention from others. What do you all think?" His gaze swept across Luo Feng, Chen Xu, and the Snowman Brothers as he spoke.
This was a deliberate ploy to draw attention. His true objective wasn't the Iceberg Snow Lotus at all, but something else entirely.
Chen Xu fell into contemplation upon hearing Xiao Huo Huo's words. When he'd first arrived, he'd witnessed Xiao Huo Huo engaged in combat with the Snowman Brothers. But the moment Chen Xu appeared with his subordinates, Xiao Huo Huo had abruptly ceased fighting. Though Chen Xu had wanted to converse and gather information, Xiao Huo Huo showed no interest in further discussion, forcing Chen Xu to explore independently.
Xiao Huo Huo's current proposal came as a slight surprise to Chen Xu. However, he found himself agreeing with the suggestion. Chen Xu had complete confidence in his own strength. Moreover, with over a dozen subordinates, his chances of securing the Iceberg Snow Lotus were significantly higher. And if they ultimately failed to obtain it? Well, they could always go back on their word later—this was merely a verbal agreement, easily broken if needed.
Then, Chen Xu smiled and said, "I fully agree with what Brother Xiao Huo Huo just said.
After all, if we fight to the death here and casualties occur, it would be quite troublesome.
It's better to have a rule.
Whoever picks the Iceberg Snow Lotus first, the others must cease hostilities.
What do you think, Shura?"
Luo Feng listened to Xiao Huo Huo and Chen Xu's words without showing any expression, though his mind was racing.
What was the relationship between Xiao Huo Huo and Chen Xu?
No matter what their relationship was, he wasn't afraid.
He refused to believe that anyone in this ocean world could defeat him now.
Luo Feng was equipped with top-tier gear and all sorts of enhancement potions.
Gods would be slain if they stood in his way; Buddhas would perish if they blocked him.
The same went for these two before him.
Besides, wouldn't this rule work heavily in Luo Feng's favor?
With Black Tortoise by his side, crossing the frozen sea to reach the iceberg would be a matter of minutes.
Since the other side was practically handing the prize to him, he couldn't possibly refuse their kindness.
Thinking this, Luo Feng grinned and said, "Fine, I agree to this rule.
So, can I start moving now?
You've all been standing here without advancing—could it be you were waiting for me?"
Logically speaking, these people had been here for at least an hour.
Why were they still lingering at the edge?
Hearing Luo Feng's words, the Snowman Brothers' expressions shifted slightly. "We forgot to mention the dangers lurking in this frozen sea earlier.
To reach that iceberg, you must cross this frozen sea.
And beneath it lie some monsters—
Frost Sharks.
These Frost Sharks are incredibly lethal.
The moment someone steps onto the ice, they'll launch sudden attacks from below.
Many have already fallen to them."
Chen Xu wore a sorrowful expression. "Just now, several of my brothers were killed by Frost Sharks.
I can't let their deaths be in vain this time.
I must obtain the treasure."
Luo Feng gazed at the frozen sea before him, lost in thought.
It wasn't that he feared the Frost Sharks—he simply found it too easy if these were the only obstacles.
After sweeping his eyes over the crowd, he flashed a faint smile. "Since everyone agreed to the rule just now, I won't hold back.
I'll take the first step.
You all can keep waiting here."
Luo Feng returned to Black Tortoise's back and commanded, "Let's go!"
Naturally, Black Tortoise had no concerns about these dangers.
Entering the frozen sea was like returning home—utterly familiar.
Just as Luo Feng and Black Tortoise ventured into the frozen sea, the Snowman Brothers suddenly snapped to awareness and cried out, "Wait! We haven't boarded the turtle yet!"
"Figure it out yourselves. If you can't even manage this much, you might as well go home."
Xiao Huo Huo and Chen Xu watched Luo Feng's actions intently.
They had already witnessed the Frost Sharks' deadly attacks—could Luo Feng handle them?
Black Tortoise advanced slowly through the frozen sea.
Luo Feng could see the Frost Sharks swimming beneath the ice.
These Frost Sharks were at least five meters in length, even longer than the diameter of the Black Tortoise.
As the Black Tortoise advanced, it began to attract the attention of these Frost Sharks.
They swiftly swam toward the Black Tortoise.
In an instant, one Frost Shark reached directly beneath the Black Tortoise and took a bite at it.