The endless sea outside the port of Shang'an Prefecture was churning with violent waves. In the dim evening twilight, the port's bright lighthouse flickered. Colossal waves were crashing against the tower, momentarily obscuring its Lighting Array with each impact.
Farther out, hundreds of warships bobbed atop the colossal waves, battling a fierce sea wind. On the foredeck of each vessel, a Foundation Establishment Stage Water Cultivator stabilized the water, allowing the fleet to sail steadily through the towering waves of the Great Sea.
Heavy crossbows were mounted on the port and starboard of these warships. Just a moment ago, they had unleashed a volley. Now, the sailors on board wore identical expressions of shock. The volley had been followed by a muffled, colossal BOOM, and the once-calm sea had erupted into giant waves. A powerful wind stung their cheeks amid an all-encompassing white mist.
