When the pet food was placed in front of the three-tailed fox, it turned its nose up immediately. Despite Kimhant's efforts to entice it, Kitsune ignored the food completely and even snapped at him when he persisted.

"Hey dog, aren't you hungry?"

Kimhant asked, exasperated by his failed attempts to feed Kitsune.

"Woof! (Of course, I'm hungry!)"

Kitsune barked loudly.

"Well? If you're hungry, why won't you eat? See, it looks delicious!"

Kimhant said, poking the mushy meat in the dish to show how appetizing it was.

Kitsune turned away again, making Kimhant realize it was probably used to better food. But he doubted that Chang Long, who dressed so shabbily, could afford such luxuries for her pet. Just surviving had to be hard enough for her.

"Kimhant, are you bullying my pet!"

Chang Long's voice shouted down from above, making Kimhant jump and look up.

"Keep it down, Chang Long! You'll wake the dragon!"

Kimhant shouted back.

"Good! I'll let the dragon bite your head off for daring to bully my pet,"

Chang Long said in a threatening tone, making Kimhant and the Bloodied Angel's crew panic.

"Aaah! please no. Just tell me what your pet likes to eat, and I'll get it right away,"

Kimhant shouted in fear, causing the crew to snicker.

"My pet likes steak with rich sauce. Go get it!"

Chang Long replied, making Kimhant's eyes widen in shock. How was he supposed to find steak on a ship in the middle of the sea?

Kimhant trudged to the galley to ask the ship's cook if they had any steaks for Chang Long's high-class pet, even though he doubted they did. He wondered why the beautiful woman who had once stunned him was now treating him so harshly. Maybe dragging the bull beasts to her at the Starting Island was a grave mistake.

After secretly calling the bank in the starting town to limit the spending on the twin card he gave Peach Blossom, Siegfried's rented ship encountered trouble. The hull was breached by a Marlin Fish Beast, its sharp, sword-like snout piercing the ship. Other ships rented by players from various guilds faced similar issues, all being attacked by sea beasts fleeing their usual habitats due to the appearance of the Ocean Dragon Beast God.

"We're really sorry, but we need to repair the hull first. It will take a while before we can set sail again,"

the captain informed Siegfried.

"I understand. But why are these sea beasts attacking us so relentlessly and even fighting among themselves?"

Siegfried asked, frowning.

"It's not unusual. These beasts are fleeing from their original habitats because of the appearance of the Ocean Dragon Beast God,"

the captain explained.

"Well, at least Firetail is behaving for once, hehe,"

Draco laughed, pleased that Firetail, who was terrified of water and the high-level sea beasts, was clinging to Draco, not daring to move and had been such a good boy.

"Guys, come help us. We're getting overwhelmed here!"

Wet Trash Can shouted, calling for the two men who was talking to the captain to help as he struggled against the beasts.

"Oh, Can! you're having trouble even with your high level?"

Draco teased, walking leisurely towards him.

"Get over here, you'll see why it's tough!"

Oliang exclaimed in frustration. Since leaving the port, they had been fighting non-stop.

"Leopard Eel Beast level 70 preparing to attack... Leopard Eel Beast King level 75 preparing to attack... Flying Stingray Beast levels 60... 50... 45... 65 preparing to attack!"

Draco stood frozen at the right side of the ship, as he heard the system announcing the approaching beasts. The levels were not the issue; deep sea beasts were all formidable. But seeing the sheer number and size, he felt like crying for his mother.

"Sieg! You have the highest level among us, so you lead!"

Draco quickly turned to Siegfried, shoving his friend forward. Siegfried, eyes wide, quickly drew his sword to face the attacking Leopard Eel Beast that was lunging at him with an open mouth while nobody was on guard.

Clang!

The sound of Siegfried's sword clashing with the sharp teeth of the Leopard Eel echoed. Siegfried was thrown back nearly three meters. His ring, the Hoop Dragon, reacted to the battle, its golden eye blinking slowly and its wings starting to move after being still for so long.

Wet Trash Can, Oliang, Draco, and the crew members were assigned to protect the ship, divided the attacking beasts among themselves. Peach Blossom stayed in the rear, casting spells at the beasts if their side seemed to be overwhelmed.

"Firetail, stay back!"

Draco ordered his pet, worried it would get caught in the crossfire.

"Kyuu,"

Firetail responded, clinging tightly to Draco's back.

"Not on my back... I meant far back so you don't get hit!"

Draco was startled that Firetail clung to his back instead of flying away to create some distance. But no matter how much he coaxed, Firetail refused to leave, staying firmly attached to him.

The Leopard Eel Beast King remained still, watching the battle with amusement as the other beasts attacked the players. It kept a wary eye on Siegfried, especially his Hoop Dragon ring, which scanned its surroundings and flapped its wings.

As evening approached, the Bloodied Angel could not move as its contractor, Chang Long, was still trapped in the claws of the Ocean Dragon God. The final elemental gem above the dragon's brow had vanished, and it slowly opened its eyes and moved. The Ocean Dragon Beast God released its claw that had been trapping Chang Long and opened its mouth, allowing the now multicolored glowing egg to float back to its master.

After awakening, the Ocean Dragon Beast God surveyed its surroundings. Chang Long, realizing the danger, quickly ordered the captain not to set sail, despite his eagerness to leave. The Ocean Dragon Beast God flew towards the ships surrounded by sea beasts, about ten kilometers away.

The ships chartered by various guilds and high-level players buzzed with activity upon seeing the Ocean Dragon Beast God move. They gathered their comrades who were fighting the attacking beasts and prepared equipment they hoped would capture the beast god. But as the dragon sped towards them, many were paralyzed with fear.

"I... it's bigger than I thought!"

A member of the Dark Horse Guild whispered, looking at the net they brought to capture the Ocean Dragon Beast God. It seemed like a toy compared to the massive body of the dragon.

"Don't be scared. It's just a big beast. If we hit its weak spot, it will fall!"

The Wandering Martial Artist shouted to rally his troops, while hiding his trembling, sweaty hands.

"Prepare yourselves. Let the Maritime Association deal with the beasts. We'll attack the Ocean Dragon Beast God as soon as it's within range, understood?"

Merlin's Top Protege ordered loudly, showing no fear of the dragon.

Meanwhile, the ship rented by the Doom Star Guild was also preparing to attack the Ocean Dragon Beast God. Orion's team was large enough to assist the Maritime Association members in fending off the attacking beasts.

"Boss, it's heading this way!"

Orion's close subordinate shouted, causing everyone on the ship to turn and watch with apprehension.

"Be ready. When it gets within range, mages, bring it down. Then the melee fighters will finish it off!"

Orion shouted, as if taking down the massive, Ocean Dragon Beast God was an easy task.

The Ocean Dragon Beast God attacked the nearest ship, shattering it into pieces with a single blow. The beasts attacking that ship were also devoured effortlessly. Then it targeted every nearby ship, including those of the two powerful guilds.

Argh!

Screams!

Mommy!

The agonizing screams echoed from every ship attacked by the Ocean Dragon Beast God, which wreaked havoc like a tornado. No one could harm the dragon; all the ships sank quickly, forcing the players to cling to anything they could find to avoid falling into the beast-filled sea.

Kimhant took photos rapidly, while the captain sighed in relief for listening to Chang Long and not setting sail. He watched in horror as the Ocean Dragon Beast God attacked the players' ships, causing their screams to fill the air. Ships sank one after another, and players who fell into the sea were attacked by sea beasts hidden under the water surface, turning into white lights soaring to the sky.

The captain wanted to help his fellow guild members but knew it was too risky. He had to continue his duty, enduring the terrifying sights and sounds of players and beasts from all around.

"Your egg will hatch in twenty-four hours as it has accumulated enough elemental energy,"

the system's voice echoed in Chang Long's head, finally making her understand why her egg had been nesting with other beast eggs. It had been gathering elemental energy from them.

"Twenty-four hours? I wonder if we'll reach Aseana Island before then,"

Chang Long mused softly.

"By the way! Kitsune, have you eaten yet?"

Chang Long asked her pet, who had been nuzzling her since she returned to the ship.

'Not yet, Master. That guy was too excited about the dragon to care about me,'

Kitsune reported immediately. Chang Long looked over and saw Kimhant in full reporter mode.

"What do we do, Chang Long?"

The ship's captain approached, seeing her cradling the egg protectively.

"Set sail. The Ocean Dragon Beast God has moved behind us and cleared a path,"

Chang Long instructed, glancing at the countless pieces of wrecked rental ships floating on the water.

The captain agreed and ordered the ship to set sail immediately. Although he felt sorry for his guildmates, he had to prioritize the client's orders. Chang Long noticed Kimhant pointing his camera at her and glared.

"Haven't you learnt your lesson yet?"

Chang Long asked coldly, making Kimhant flinch and lower his camera.

"I... I was just taking a keepsake photo!"

Kimhant stammered, but then wondered why she mentioned learning his lesson. Learning what lesson?

"Like the Sleeping Beauty photo?"

Chang Long's voice remained icy.

"Yes! I mean, no. It was because the guild master saw it, and I couldn't do anything,"

Kimhant quickly explained.

"That's not the point. The issue is you secretly took my photo without permission!"

Chang Long snapped, making Kimhant fear she might throw him into the sea to be eaten by beasts.

"I... I... I'm sorryyy!"

Kimhant shouted and clung tightly to the captain's arm.

"I was going to let it go, but you made the same mistake twice. Kimhant... If you don't want to meet a terrible end, you must call me 'Master' from now on and obey all my commands. Understand?"

Chang Long spoke slowly and clearly, her icy tone sending chills down Kimhant's spine. She stared at him intensely.

"Wh... what? Why do you have to make me call you master? Chang Long, you promised to set me free when we reached Aseana Island!"

Kimhant shouted, hiding behind the captain.

"You still don't know the good news, do you? Should I enlighten you?"

Chang Long smiled menacingly.

Siegfried and his companions' eyes widened in horror as they saw the Ocean Dragon Beast God attacking every ship in its path. The sea beasts attacking their ship quickly submerged and fled. Fortunately, Siegfried's ship was still out of its attack range, as it had fallen behind due to the hull breach.

"Talk about luck..."

Draco whispered.

"Yeah... I thought we wouldn't make it like those other ships,"

Oliang agreed.

"Why didn't it attack our ship? Are we too far away!?"

Wet Trash Can wondered, confused by the Ocean Dragon Beast God's retreat without harming them.

"Are you crazy! There's no such thing as 'too far' for a beast that size. Maybe it sensed another of its kind,"

Peach Blossom speculated, glancing at the little Firetail clinging tightly to Draco.

"Could be. Is the ship repaired yet? Those sea beasts that fled might come back,"

Siegfried asked, looking towards the captain approaching them.

"Wonder how Master Chang is doing. Hope she didn't go down with the ship like those others,"

Peach Blossom said softly, gazing at the wreckage strewn across the sea. The men quickly checked their watches to see Chang Long's online status. They sighed in relief when they saw her name still faintly glowing, indicating she was still online.

"Don't worry, Peach Blossom. Chang Long is fine,"

Draco reassured.

"How do you know!"

Peach Blossom snapped, turning sharply to him.

"Because we're friends. We exchanged names on friend list,"

Draco replied, puzzled. The other men nodded, leaving Peach Blossom agape.

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