Boom, boom, boom.
Streaks of lightning churned within the leaden clouds.
Over the marsh, a torrential downpour began, large waves slapped against the shore, ripping away clumps of earth and roots, while dense foam settled into the crevices of the rocks.
Less than half a day after leaving the port, the downpour arrived unexpectedly.
Completely drenched, Otter Kai huddled with his tail tip gathered like a plump writing brush, hanging over the deck, forming a meandering little stream.
Wiping the water from his face, Otter Kai lowered the sails amidst the heavy rain, seeking shelter under the eaves to unfold a map, planning to find a deep harbor wharf to rest temporarily.
Inside the cabin, the treasure chest was empty.
Liang Qu sat cross-legged, the flickering light of a bean-sized lamp on the verge of extinguishing.
[Water Ze Essence +4516]
[Water Ze Essence +7782]
[Water Ze Essence +7984]
The Ze Cauldron's water surged like waves, the bright blue liquid swelling fiercely.
