The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3229 - 3224: Desolate Snake Desert_1

With a chilling voice, Dao Guangwang declared, "Junior Sister Yue Fu and the other five have vanished. Willow Feng, insisting you know nothing, aren't you treating this issue lightly? Did we appoint you as Master of Blackstone Ancient Castle simply for a carefree existence?"

After facing back-to-back reprimands from Dao Guangwang and Broken River, Willow Feng felt a deep sense of injustice.

Yet he didn't dare reveal his frustration, forcing himself to clench his teeth and respond, "Lord Dao Guangwang, I've exerted every effort on this affair. Upon Fairy Moon Fu and her companions' arrival, they proceeded directly into the Desolate Snake Desert. To assist Fairy Moon Fu and the rest, Blackstone Ancient Castle deployed all three of its Sky Separation Realm powerhouses, excluding myself. At present, I alone remain in Blackstone Ancient Castle, leaving me utterly powerless in this situation."

This was precisely the root of his resentment.

His own sect had sent forth three Sky Separation Realm cultivators, and now silence enveloped them. He had anticipated that his son might forge ties with Heavenly Melody Mountain as recompense, yet he never imagined they would disregard the sacrifices of his Blackstone Ancient Castle.

Dao Guangwang let out an angry snort and replied icily, "With events unfolding this way, do you still consider yourself the victim?"

Broken River gestured dismissively, his demeanor lacking warmth though milder than Dao Guangwang's.

"That's sufficient; berating him further serves no purpose at this point. We must first uncover what transpired. Willow Feng, keep in mind that without Heavenly Melody Mountain's support, neither you nor Blackstone Ancient Castle would exist. Serving Heavenly Melody Mountain is your obligation." Broken River cast a neutral glance at Willow Feng.

Willow Feng had no option but to bow his head and submit in agreement.

"Now, explain why Junior Sister Yue Fu and her group specifically ventured into the Desolate Snake Desert? Surely it's unrelated to the Snake people and the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, isn't it?" Broken River inquired.

Willow Feng let out a heavy sigh, "I find it puzzling as well. Shortly after the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag's disappearance, word emerged from the Snake people stating the flag was pilfered and hidden atop their Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. Though the rumor's truth remains uncertain, the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag appears linked to the Snake people somehow. In pursuit of answers, Fairy Moon Fu and her entourage entered the Snake people's domain."

Broken River's brows furrowed, "The Snake people possess only a handful of Sky Separation Realm experts. Even if a few exist, they shouldn't endanger Junior Sister Yue Fu or her allies. Then why have we lost contact with them?"

"Perhaps Fairy Yue Fu is occupied handling the situation and lacks the moment to transmit word," Willow Feng dabbed at the perspiration on his forehead and quickly provided comfort.

Broken River offered no reply. It could be the case, yet the Snake people were now entangled in the events.

Yang Chen inquired with astonishment, "What exactly are the Snake people like?"

"They form one of the numerous offshoots of our human race, appearing part serpent and part human. Similar hybrids exist, such as those half-fish and half-human or half-horse and half-human. These entities qualify merely as partial humans, barred from core society, but their human lineage allows them to share our cosmic realm." Broken River clarified.

Yang Chen gave a nod. The human race indeed branched into many variants. For instance, the Southern Realm housed the Divine Maiden Clan, and across the immense Universe Starry Sky, such human subgroups were entirely commonplace.

"Incidentally, I've heard rumors of Grand Abyss Palace members surfacing in this Nine Dragons World. Is that accurate?" Madame Autumn Plum questioned.

"Yes, it's factual. Grand Abyss Palace dispatched two teams to my Blackstone Ancient Castle to probe the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag incident..." Willow Feng responded hesitantly.

"What was that?" Dao Guangwang pressed.

"I couldn't conceal the details, so I revealed everything. Currently, both Grand Abyss Palace contingents have departed for the Desolate Snake Desert!" Willow Feng explained.

"You betrayer! Heavenly Melody Mountain has cultivated your Blackstone Ancient Castle with such care, and yet you aid Grand Abyss Palace in hunting the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag?" Dao Guangwang raged.

Broken River raised his hand and stated, "Brother Daoguang, compose yourself. The Grand Abyss Palace's involvement isn't his doing. Willow Feng had little recourse but to disclose the information."

Willow Feng exhaled in relief, thankful for Broken River's relative fairness.

Only then did Dao Guangwang huff and demand, "Fine, who precisely comprises the Grand Abyss Palace group? Speak up."

Willow Feng refrained from holding back and detailed, "Grand Abyss Palace's force is commanded by King Ming Cheng in person, accompanied by twelve Sky Separation Realm cultivators altogether!"

"What?!" Shock twisted Dao Guangwang's features. "King Ming Cheng leads them himself?"

"Ming Cheng King!" Madame Autumn Plum paled, her countenance shifting at the mention of King Ming Cheng.

Broken River shook his head too, "King Ming Cheng aside, twelve Sky Separation Realm experts in total—that's formidable. Without linking up with Junior Sister Yue Fu, we'll face disadvantages in vying for the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag."

"Who might King Ming Cheng be?" Yang Chen asked, perplexed.

Broken River inwardly gave a wry smile; Yang Chen truly lacked knowledge on this.

Were it not for Yang Chen's affiliation with Divine Night Sect, he might have skipped the explanation. As things stood, he reluctantly added, "King Ming Cheng stands as a renowned Sky Separation Realm powerhouse from Grand Abyss Palace. His cultivation has advanced to the late Sky Separation Realm stage. Moreover, he serves as a key disciple under Daoist Ancestor Expert Fu Tiandi. Regarding Sky Separation Realm prowess, he ranks among the elite, surpassing even me to some degree."

Broken River concluded with a shake of his head and a wry grin.

Yang Chen grasped the situation then. Dao Guangwang and Madame Autumn Plum, meanwhile, released deep sighs, as though confronting grave difficulties.

After some time, Broken River announced, "Very well, we'll pause here for the moment. In a few days, we head to the Desolate Snake Desert."

Hearing the visitors planned to linger for several days, Willow Feng rose promptly and managed the preparations, instructing his followers to treat the four arrivals like revered forebears.

In this manner, Yang Chen and his companions temporarily resided there.

Once accommodated, the quartet conferred on their journey to the Desolate Snake Desert.

Before departing, however, they needed to inspect the Lingtian Array's nucleus.

Yang Chen opted not to join. His familiarity with the Lingtian Array was limited, rendering any visit pointless for discerning its mysteries. He entrusted it to Broken River and the rest.

He himself remained at Blackstone Ancient Castle, harboring alternative intentions.

Yang Chen engaged in cultivation over the ensuing days.

During this period, Yang Chen grew ever more convinced of a certain truth.

And on this day, his eyes abruptly snapped open.

"It's undeniable..."

Yang Chen appeared to have verified the matter, his face turning progressively grave.