As more and more genetic energy gathered around Zhang Lie's arms, a whirlpool of energy formed around him, around the entirety of the forest. Black leaves began to fall from their branches as the genetic energy overwhelmed the air, spinning so quickly that it made the remaining trees in the forest swerve and bend.

The giant fish in the air swam and waved its fins, marshaling the wind and clouds in the sky.

The remarkable surge in energy that resulted from Zhang Lie's attack startled the translucent egg awake. It shook, and a crack marred its surface—but it was too late.

"[Fists of the Silent Sea: Soar]!" Zhang Lie's attack was ready. Huge gales of wind surrounded him, and giant waves lapped the border of the forest. As...