Returning to the fishing village, Mazu was bathed in a radiant Divine Light that the villagers could not help but gaze upon, prostrating themselves and chanting praises to the deity.
As for Bai Ze and his companions, they were ushered into the main hall, where the villagers had prepared a banquet consisting entirely of seafood. Several hours had passed since Mazu subdued the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King, and with all the sea beasts now dealt with by Bai Ze, he had gained a significant amount of experience. He was now level 88, his combat power had increased substantially, and he was effectively a "half-Grandmaster."
However, the clear conditions for the entire Abyss had yet to appear. Bai Ze estimated that it probably involved establishing a friendship with Mazu, though he couldn't be certain. He ate and chatted with the others while waiting for her.
Chapter 192