Situ Lei Sheng's attempt to win over Ling Tian was rebuffed before he could even voice it, leaving him to leave Ling Tian's room in dejection.
Soon after, Xuanyuan Tang Feng arrived at Ling Tian's room, once again trying to get closer. Ling Tian's attitude towards Xuanyuan Tang Feng was a little more amicable, as he didn't believe in hitting a smiling face. However, that was all there was to it.
Ling Tian once again expressed his stance of not taking sides or showing favoritism to Xuanyuan Tang Feng, who eventually left Ling Tian's room with disappointment.
Next, Zhang Cai Feng knocked on Ling Tian's door. The two chatted as they toured the ship.
As they walked on the ship's deck, Ling Tian realized that the vessel was far more complex than it appeared.
This massive 100,000-ton container ship only had a few dozen containers on its deck that were actual cargo containers; most of the space inside was filled with the ship's supplies.
Below the deck, there was a hidden world.
Ling Tian saw a large mess hall capable of accommodating over 200 people, as well as facilities like a cinema, gym, bar, combat arena, basketball court, and hospital.
Spending ten days to half a month here wouldn't be too boring. Ling Tian also noticed that some of the diligent individuals among those who came with him had already begun practicing their martial arts.
However, one thing that surprised Ling Tian was that the areas they were allowed to move freely in constituted only one-third of the ship's total facilities.
Many areas were off-limits; before he could even approach them, the wristband and phone he carried would beep, warning him not to enter.
Ling Tian explored the ship for a while. Zhang Cai Feng felt a bit unwell, as the ship's constant rocking was something she hadn't yet adapted to.
Ling Tian administered acupuncture to Zhang Cai Feng, making her more comfortable, and then escorted her back to her room.
Following that, Ling Tian opened the cabin door and ascended to the upper deck.
As soon as he stepped out of the cabin, a cold sea breeze hit him. It was winter in the Southern Hemisphere, and the winter sea wind was incredibly fierce. Ling Tian felt the sea was experiencing waves of force five to six.
Fortunately, Ling Tian had reached a state of immunity to cold and heat, so this low temperature and wind couldn't do much to him.
The wind outside was strong, and the waves were immense. The ship's bow cut through the wind and waves, rising and falling. The colossal waves made the Eastern Princess feel as if it were navigating through mountain peaks and valleys.
Ling Tian went to the front of the ship, gripping a railing with both hands and planting his feet firmly on the ground. He gazed into the distance at the turbulent sea, and a surge of heroism welled up within him.
The concentration of spiritual energy in the sea was far greater than on land. However, at the same time, this spiritual energy was incredibly wild and difficult to absorb and utilize directly.
At this moment, the Spirit Realm Key in Ling Tian's chest underwent a change!
The Spirit Realm Key materialized, appearing on Ling Tian's chest. This magical key began to absorb the wild spiritual energy of the environment with frenzy.
The previously chaotic spiritual energy became calm, and even the surging sea waves gradually subsided.
Ling Tian noticed that the spiritual energy around the Spirit Realm Key had become abundant and pure. He stood firm, began circulating his energy, and used the Chaos Devouring Art to absorb the spiritual energy with all his might.
Meanwhile, in the spacious bridge of the Eastern Princess, the helmsman was nervously staring at the sea ahead, controlling the 100,000-ton giant ship, which was plowing through the waves at a speed of fifteen knots.
In fact, the ship's maximum speed could reach thirty knots, a speed faster than many national warships.
However, given the current sea conditions, even with the engines at full throttle, it was difficult to achieve such speeds, and it would also pose a danger. It was better to sail at the most economical speed.
Behind him, at the control console, Captain Dongfang Yunying and First Mate Liu Chunhua stared intently at the screens.
The first mate is the ship's navigator, second only to the captain in rank. He is the head of the deck department (navigation department) and the captain's primary assistant.
On most ships abroad, the first mate is also the ship's administrative head. If the captain is not on board or is unable to perform their duties for any reason, the first mate will temporarily assume the captain's responsibilities.
On a medium to large-sized vessel, the captain, first mate, and chief engineer are the three most important individuals on board.
This Liu Chunhua had been working on ships since his teens, with over thirty years of maritime experience and first-class skills. Therefore, the Dongfang family had sent him to assist Dongfang Yunying.
"Huh? Brother Liu, why do I feel like the wind and waves have lessened? But look at the weather data; it doesn't seem to have changed from before."
"You're not mistaken. The wind and waves have indeed decreased significantly. As for the weather data remaining unchanged, that's quite normal. Small-scale meteorological changes are difficult for instruments to detect, and weather data also has a certain lag. If you've been sailing on long voyages for years, you'll find this to be quite normal."
"I'm planning to increase our speed. What do you think?"
"Alright!" Liu Chunhua nodded.
"Increase speed to 22 knots!" Dongfang Yunying issued the order.
"Understood, increasing speed to 22 knots!" the helmsman replied while operating the controls.
The speed increased noticeably. First Mate Liu Chunhua stood up from his seat, picked up a windbreaker hanging on the wall, and put it on.
"I'm going outside to observe the situation!"
"Okay, please be careful!" Dongfang Yunying said with a slight bow.
At this moment, Ling Tian on the deck felt his mind become completely serene. He felt as if he had merged with the turbulent sea, as if he were the sea and the sea was him!
Silently, Ling Tian suddenly felt the shackles within his body break. Immediately, a large amount of spiritual energy surged into his body, and the total amount of spiritual energy his body could contain increased more than tenfold compared to before!
Yes, Ling Tian had broken through. This was not an ordinary breakthrough, but a breakthrough in realm, which instantly elevated Ling Tian's strength by several levels!
For cultivators, a realm breakthrough is something that can be encountered but not sought after!
Ling Tian hadn't expected that by coming to the deck, witnessing the magnificent scenery, and with the help of the Spirit Realm Key, he would achieve a breakthrough in realm!
For this alone, the trip was worthwhile!
Ling Tian intended to continue cultivating, but at that moment, he heard footsteps approaching from dozens of meters away. He immediately ceased his practice, and the Spirit Realm Key stopped absorbing spiritual energy!