The fiery sun was enveloped in a layer of golden yellow, staining the white clouds red. The clouds seemed to become sunset clouds, ever-changing and mysterious; some looked like little ponies frolicking in the fields, and others like a charming puppy begging for affection. The sun also reddened the boundless ocean, and suddenly, the rippling sea was scattered with golden light. Sometimes there were dark clouds on the horizon, thick and heavy, the sun emerging, yet invisible to the naked eye. However, the light radiating from the sun, piercing through the dense clouds, lined the dark clouds with a glowing golden edge. Later, the sun slowly broke through the siege, appearing in the sky, even dyeing the dark clouds purple or red. At this time, what shined brightly was not only the sun, clouds, and sea.

In the sky, three or five seagulls circled and soared freely. And on the sea, the ripples stirred up were like white lotuses, while the contented clouds above drifted aimlessly. Everything in the ocean, in the sky, and on land created this peaceful and beautiful world.

Gazing into the distance, the huge containers appeared as trivial as little matchboxes, and the towering skyscrapers along the coast seemed like mere toothpicks by comparison. Only the vast ocean was so expansive, joining the blue sky at the horizon, its calm face revealing smiles in waves. Suddenly, a speedboat dashed across people's view. Its piercing scream echoed to the heavens, and the twin wakes spread out like rolling banks of snow towards the shore, though not the "rocks startling the sky, waves clapping like a thunderous applause, rolling up a thousand piles of snow" that Su Dongpo witnessed.

The two stood on the soft sandy beach, looking up to the azure sky dotted with a few satin-like clouds, the boundless ocean's waves rolling on and on. In the distance, the sky and sea had completely merged, with a few speedboats racing by occasionally. What a splendid and incomparable colorful canvas, huh?

Seeing that there was no one else by the shore, Wang Xiaoqiang said, "Qiao Zhi, close your eyes, and don't open them until I tell you to..."

"What for?" Qiao Zhi asked with a smile, but obediently closed her eyes.

Seeing Qiao Zhi's eyes closed, Wang Xiaoqiang immediately channeled eight hundred Spirit Spring orbs from within his body and then formed them into a Spirit Spring Submarine. The five-colored submarine looked somewhat exotic.

Wang Xiaoqiang didn't have time to admire the five-colored submarine as he held Qiao Zhi, darted into the Spirit Spring Submarine, and then sealed the door.

He controlled the Spirit Spring Submarine with his willpower, and it slipped into the water.

"Alright, you can open your eyes now!" Wang Xiaoqiang said as the Five Elements Spirit Spring entered the water.

Qiao Zhi's eyes opened, and she was amazed to find herself underwater.

The Spirit Spring Submarine, glowing with iridescent colors, was incredibly luxurious, especially against the deep blue of the sea, it was a sight so beautiful it was almost too much to take in, yet only Wang Xiaoqiang could see this, as Qiao Zhi could not. So at this moment, Qiao Zhi just felt submerged, yet without the sensation of being soaked and enveloped by seawater; it was like entering an aquarium, utterly magical.

"Little Qiang, are we underwater now?" Qiao Zhi couldn't help but ask.

"Of course, isn't this the seabed?" Wang Xiaoqiang said with a laugh.

"But, this, the seawater..." Qiao Zhi, astonished, couldn't help but reach out to touch the seawater when she encountered a membrane-like material, the casing of the Spirit Spring Submarine.

"Eh? Little Qiang, what is this?" Qiao Zhi stroked the submarine, surprised.

"That's a submarine I created, made from transparent plastic," Wang Xiaoqiang prevaricated.

"Transparent plastic? Little Qiang, your transparent plastic is too transparent; how can I not see it at all..." Qiao Zhi was skeptical.

"It's high-tech plastic; of course, you can't see it," Wang Xiaoqiang continued to fib.

"Hehe, truly magical..."

Qiao Zhi marveled.

By now, the Spirit Spring Submarine had entered the sea floor.

While the sea surface raged with waves, the seabed was calm as ever. The furthest reach of the wind and waves only affected a few tens of meters below the surface. The brilliant golden sunlight was intense but unable to penetrate to the seabed.

Watching the wonders of the ocean floor, Wang Xiaoqiang, puzzled, suddenly asked, "How do creatures survive in the dark, sunless Underwater World?"

Qiao Zhi enlightened him, saying, "It's like this: in the pitch-black depths of the sea, bioluminescent fish twinkle like stars in the night sky; they are like street lights lining a highway, illuminating the watery world for free like the unrecognized dedication of the star Chen Peisi. Little Qiang, observe, on land a sea turtle can't outrun a rabbit, but in the sea, it is much stronger than a rabbit. As the saying goes, 'Do not judge by appearances; the sea cannot be measured by the bucket.' Sea turtles, with their small, exquisite heads, large eyes shining with spirit, bodies covered in grayish-brown shells, look quite majestic. With 24 hexagonal patterns on their backs, swimming they resemble overturned dishes in motion, and even a bit like Prime Minister Liu Luoguo. And those lobsters, see? Armored from head to tail, with their pincer-like claws snapping open and shut, they swim back and forth, heads held high, full of vitality, like an unwavering general, or as if comparing Kung Fu moves with someone... Hehe..."

Qiao Zhi laughed happily. Wang Xiaoqiang, listening to her explanation, found it entertaining as well.

Qiao Zhi asked, "Little Qiang, how long can this submarine endure?"

Wang Xiaoqiang said, "A month should be no problem."

"What, a month? What kind of submarine is this? That's incredible!" Qiao Zhi exclaimed in surprise.

"This isn't just any submarine. But by a month, I mean if we have enough food and water; otherwise, we would starve to death," he clarified.

Qiao Zhi said, "We don't need a month, a day's time is enough. Little Qiang, we're going to have an extensive tour of the underwater world today, you know? The sea floor has mountains, canyons, forests, and meadows. There are amazing corals too, blooming like white-bearded grandfathers, some like branched deer antlers, others like swords piercing the skies... They're stunningly beautiful."

"What, white-bearded grandfathers? Do you think this is a fairy tale world?" Wang Xiaoqiang said speechlessly.

"Hehe, of course not," but take a closer look, those are colorful, diverse corals. Once you see them, you'll understand, Little Qiang. The sea floor hides not just bizarre creatures but is also rich in coal, iron, petroleum, rare metals, etc. It's indescribably wonderful. However, Little Qiang, can your submarine withstand an attack from sea monsters?"

"Of course, no problem," Wang Xiaoqiang confidently asserted.

"That's good, but just make sure we don't encounter undersea earthquakes or volcanic eruptions, as that would be very dangerous..." Qiao Zhi said worriedly.

The sea is a temperamental giant, sometimes serene like a polished mirror; at other times raging with towering waves capable of capsizing vessels. The sea is mysterious, enchanting, but just as perilous.

The two rode the Spirit Spring Submarine under the sea all morning. Although they didn't encounter any sea beasts or dangerous events like volcanic eruptions, being underwater for such a long time can leave one feeling a sense of oppressive suffocation. Therefore, although Qiao Zhi was having a great time, Wang Xiaoqiang still decided to surface for some air and have a meal before going back down. Surprisingly, there were people by the shore when the submarine surfaced.

Wang Xiaoqiang had to use two Invisibility Talismans to avoid being detected. The spot where the two came ashore was the most beautiful sight at Shallow Water Bay. The sunlight, air, sand, and seawater here were all first-rate. Especially the square with its tall stone pillars, it displayed the boldness and charm of Hainan. Walking on the white sand was soft and comfortable. The sea was azure blue, the breeze refreshing, and the sun hung over the hills on the opposite shore, appearing alluring and captivating. In the distance, there were huge ships sailing by, and nearby, small boats frolicked.

On the beach, there were many adults and children. Some children were catching crabs with little buckets, some were rolling up their sleeves, splashing water and having water fights, some were holding swim rings, getting ready to swim, and some were building castles with sand!

The sea roared and the wind howled, occasionally whipping up rows of huge waves that surged forward, crashing against rocks and all that obstructed their path. At last, the waves shattered against the rocks, the droplets scattering forward, splashing onto him, making him shiver. The waves continued relentlessly, breaking and reforming in an unending cycle...

Of course, there were times when the sea was calm. When the wind was gentle and small ripples barely surfaced, and the barely audible whisper-like sound of the gentle waves licking the shoreline occurred, people felt as though they were in the cozy night, listening to a beautiful, moving serenade by a pond brushed by willow branches, involuntarily arousing a serene and almost intoxicated emotion filled with poetic and picturesque tranquility. At that moment, one's heart became like a piece of transparent crystal, experiencing this beautifully poetic enjoyment.

When the sea was calm, small boats wandered. The sea, like a wise mother, gently lifted the boats with her hands, sending them off into the distance. After a while, the wind gradually grew stronger, and the waves smashed against the rocks, making a "whooshing" sound, merging with the noise of swimming people to form a beautiful seaside symphony. Accompanying the music, thousands of wave flowers burst open on the sea, glittering in the sun's glow, flickering in and out of view, like a superb display of fireworks.

The sea surface was so calm that one could only hear Feng'er's chant. A bright moonlight carved out a silver "path" on the water, as if to welcome visitors, or like a mother stretching out her jade arms to embrace them. One couldn't help but be drawn toward the light, where the glittering ripples in front of their eyes seemed like the Goldfish Princess's dream gown, adorned with gold and silver, as if generously offering an introductory gift.

The sun hung in the clouds, radiating splendidly, with layers of clouds dyed a vivid orange-red, as if a fireball was boiling. The sea too was stained red, living up to the saying "half the river ripples, half the river red." Seagulls, tinted with color, skimmed past the boat. In the distance, fishing boats peppered the sea, a gentle breeze raising waves, creating a beautiful scene.

The sky was still a light blue, the color very faint. In an instant, a blush appeared on the horizon, slowly expanding its range, intensifying its brightness. People knew the sun was about to rise from the horizon, and they stared unblinkingly at that spot.

The white seagulls soared in the azure sky, swooping up and down, with fishing boats full of catch going back and forth, seemingly reporting the joy of their harvest. The blue seawater churned waves, pounding the rocks on the shore. Looking into the distance, the sky and sea merged without boundaries, with fresh air that refreshed the spirit.

The seawater brimmed with fullness, shimmering under the sunlight, as the waves, playful like children, leaped unpredictably, and the surface gleamed with golden light. (To be continued. If you like this work, please feel free to visit qidian.com to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly passes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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