The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3236: 3231: The Bizarre Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower_1

“No evidence?” Broken River looked stunned.

King Ming Cheng’s face shifted too, since this detail had escaped his knowledge. Just like Broken River and Yang Chen, he had picked up the story from Willow Feng before heading here.

Wind Emperor let out a sigh: “Indeed, the source of this rumor remains a mystery to us, yet it spread that the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag ended up inside the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.”

“You haven’t checked the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower yourself to verify?” King Ming Cheng inquired.

Wind Emperor shook his head in helpless resignation at the question.

The Crown Prince then added: “King Ming Cheng, perhaps you’re unaware that this Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower was forged by one of our snake ancestors, a figure who attained the world life stage within the Heaven-appointed realm. The tower holds the core essence of that mighty one’s existence. Following the great one’s demise, legends claim their remains descended to the tower’s summit. Still, ascending to the top proves extraordinarily challenging.”

“Challenging? Just how tough is it?” Dao Guangwang pressed.

Crown Prince Mo Dao clarified: “To start, entry into the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower demands Boundaryless Cultivation. Even possessing that, attempting the initial three levels would amount to a hopeless endeavor. The structure spans ten levels in all. With those in the Heaven-appointed realm barred from entry, individuals like us bearing Sky Separation Realm Cultivation stand the best chance of reaching the peak.”

“So your royal family hasn’t managed to probe the tower’s upper level all these years?” King Ming Cheng questioned.

“Exactly. Ever since our snake ancestor perished millions of years back, countless Sky Separation Realm powerhouses from our ranks have attempted the climb, yet the farthest they’ve gone is the ninth level. No one has touched the pinnacle of the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower,” Mo Dao breathed out in frustration.

“Millions of years without a single success? That sounds impossibly arduous. If that’s the case, how could some enigmatic figure deposit the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag at the tower’s top?” Madame Autumn Plum wondered, her expression puzzled.

“That part eludes us, but this old fellow suspects most of it stems from hearsay. Even supposing that individual wielded immense divine might to snatch the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, claiming they slipped it onto the summit undetected strikes me as far-fetched,” Wind Emperor denied with a shake of his head.

“Does your royal family possess any further hints regarding the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag’s location?” King Ming Cheng probed.

Wind Emperor shook his head once more: “Concerning the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, it’s long been guarded by Blackstone Ancient Castle. My reach falls short, leaving me in the dark on such matters.”

At these words, the group from Grand Abyss Palace grew quiet.

Broken River, Yang Chen, and Dao Guangwang shared knowing looks among themselves.

Though unspoken, Wind Emperor’s words sparked certain notions in their minds.

“I see. Then we’ll postpone talks on the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag for the moment. For now, we’ll remain here, and Brother Wind Emperor, please make every effort to track down my Junior Sister Moon Orchid’s whereabouts,” Broken River stated.

Wind Emperor promptly cupped his hands: “Of course, of course. Mo Dao, see to it that Master Gu and his companions are properly accommodated.”

“We’ll take up residence here too, and handle discussions later,” King Ming Cheng declared.

“Old Eight, prepare quarters at once for King Ming Cheng and his group,” Wind Emperor directed swiftly.

Before long, both factions had established themselves within the Snake People Royal Family’s domain.

The snake people, naturally, offered their finest lodgings.

Yang Chen and his companions paid little mind to the arrangements. Once settled, they promptly erected a Formation to block any spying ears from catching their words.

With the four of them gathered, their discussion inevitably turned to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

“What are your views on this Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower and the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag?” Broken River inquired calmly.

Madame Autumn Plum replied: “I believe the thief who swiped the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag and supposedly hid it in the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower did so to mislead us, and I question its validity. The motive behind it likely aims to draw us straight to the tower’s summit, where something benefits them once we arrive.”

“Perhaps this culprit nabbed the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag and spread false tales just to mock us? In truth, they might have seized the flag ages ago and vanished into the distance?” Dao Guangwang proposed.

“That could be, though it leaves Junior Sister Moon Orchid’s fate unexplained. Her misfortune ties directly to the flag’s thief. I suspect the one who took the flag connects to the attacker on the Snake people,” Broken River mused, rubbing his chin.

Madame Autumn Plum and Dao Guangwang nodded in agreement.

Broken River eyed Yang Chen, tempted to seek his opinion, but ultimately saw no value in it and held back: “This confirms the thief’s scheme to pull us toward the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower, with Junior Sister Moon Orchid struck down en route to it.”

“How do we proceed?” Madame Autumn Plum asked.

“The key challenge rests in the path to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. We need utmost vigilance on that trek. Regardless of the thief’s aims or the tower’s secrets, we must enter it; skipping it means no leads at all. I wager King Ming Cheng’s side shares this view,” Broken River explained.

“Brother Gu speaks wisely. Whatever the thief intended with the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, it all hinges on the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. We’ve no choice but to venture there and uncover the truth. Only, the tower appears formidably tough,” Madame Autumn Plum noted.

Broken River clasped his hands behind his back: “Come the moment, we’ll discover who outshines the rest. Hmph, pay no heed to the snake people’s claims; their failures over the years don’t imply we lack the skill to conquer it.”

“Precisely so,” Madame Autumn Plum said with a hand over her smile.

Yang Chen stayed silent throughout, overlooked as if absent. Yet he minded not; his sole desire was grasping the full picture.

Broken River’s breakdown rang true. All paths led to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower, and unraveling the mystery required setting foot inside.

“Hm, sounds like activity outside—perhaps the snake people,” Dao Guangwang remarked.

“What’s afoot? Let’s step out and check.” Broken River flicked his sleeves, dispelled the soundproofing Formation, and headed out.

Upon emerging, they spotted Crown Prince Mo Dao escorting a group of alluring Snake People Servant Girls. With their serpentine forms undulating gracefully, they exuded irresistible allure.