The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3240 - 3235: Fear and Apology_1

At present, as Yang Chen stepped up to offer them consolation, Madame Autumn Plum, Broken River, and the remaining three felt overwhelmed by shame and unease.

Even though Yang Chen showed no concern and never brought it up, reflections on the past and encounters with him left them feeling deeply humiliated and awkward.

It's worth noting that their views on Yang Chen had shifted dramatically twice in the past.

Initially, respect toward Yang Chen mingled with hints of skepticism and discontent. Yet, once Yang Chen labored intensely just to overcome a lone Heaven-separated Realm Snake person, their opinions flipped sharply, deeming him overhyped. Unsurprisingly, they offered him no warm reception.

Yet, who could have anticipated the sheer might hidden in Yang Chen?

Indeed, he had genuinely triumphed over twenty-eight Heaven-separated Realm powerhouses earlier, with not a shred of embellishment.

Deep embarrassment gripped Broken River and Dao Guangwang. Floundering for words, Broken River stammered awkwardly, "Brother Yang Chen, your prowess is truly overwhelming. We misjudged you earlier. Should we have slighted you, we beg your pardon."

Dao Guangwang chuckled sheepishly while lowering his head in a bow.

With hands clasped behind his back, Yang Chen replied, "The three of you shouldn't dwell on it; I harbor no strong feelings about the matter."

In truth, since he had proclaimed his plan to confront numerous foes single-handedly and intentionally concealed his capabilities, fault couldn't lie with them.

Upon realizing Yang Chen's generosity in letting it slide without reproach, a wave of relief washed over them.

Should they have truly crossed a figure like him, the mere notion sent shivers down their spines.

Madame Autumn Plum gazed at Yang Chen with regret in her eyes and ventured, "Incidentally, Brother Yang Chen, given your extraordinary might on display today, why did you appear so... challenged against that Heaven-separated Realm Snake person earlier?"

Though Madame Autumn Plum trailed off, it was clear the trio shared the same bewilderment over the issue.

Standing tall with hands behind his back, Yang Chen maintained a composed expression and stated, "I'll clarify it all for you three shortly. For the moment, though, the Wind Emperor and his group have shown up."

"The Royal Family's Snake people have made their entrance at last." A touch of irritation colored Broken River and the others' reactions.

Without Yang Chen's stunning feat of power today, the six Netherworld Ghost Kings would have surely ended them by now.

How could anyone not seethe over an ordeal like that?

Currently, the Wind Emperor headed a contingent of Heaven-separated Realm Snake people, featuring the Crown Prince and the Eighth Prince among them.

Upon reaching the scene and beholding the remnants of intense combat, the Wind Emperor realized their tardiness and quivered as he asked, "Are you four alright? What exactly transpired here?"

On that note, yet another band of arrivals appeared, spearheaded by King Ming Cheng.

"Moments ago, it appeared some Netherworld Ghosts were present." King Ming Cheng's eyes narrowed while he commanded his followers, casting looks at the Wind Emperor and Broken River, equally in the dark about events.

Broken River surveyed the newcomers with visible fury and declared, "Wind Emperor, you must have detected something moments ago."

"I... I merely picked up on a few Netherworld Ghosts nearby, prompting me to rush here, only to find everything in this state..." The Wind Emperor responded rigidly.

King Ming Cheng had detected a comparable disturbance, though uniquely, he also felt an immense aura emanating from an individual precisely when the Ghost King emerged.

Such an aura appeared to explain the vanishing and demise of those six Ghost King powerhouses.

Gritting his teeth, Dao Guangwang bellowed, "Wind Emperor, you were aware, weren't you—don't even try denying it? Six Ghost King Experts materialized right as we were exposed. Were you deploying them for a covert assault on us? Is your Royal Family utterly useless?"

"Impossible! Our Royal Family's defenses stand impregnable. I've personally patrolled the area ceaselessly around the clock. A breach like this defies belief." The Wind Emperor's face paled with tremors.

Dao Guangwang pressed on, "Then explain it—with your ironclad protection, how did these Ghost Kings infiltrate? Or perhaps your Snake people schemed with the Netherworld Ghost Creatures on purpose? Were you aiding them in plotting against us humans?"

At these words, the Wind Emperor and fellow Snake people experts paled dramatically.

"This... this is absurd, Daoist Friend Dao Guang—it's all a mix-up, a total misunderstanding!" The Wind Emperor's face twisted in distress.

Yang Chen eyed the Wind Emperor, who came across as truly blameless in the affair. The rest of the Snake people displayed panic too, rattled by the accusation, save for a single exception.

By chance, Yang Chen caught the Crown Prince's features twitching briefly before mirroring the general alarm.

Whether it stemmed from fancy or fact, Yang Chen stayed utterly serene.

"Quite intriguing how Ghost Kings managed to show up right here." King Ming Cheng rubbed his chin, assessing the unfolding drama.

Cold sweat beaded on the Wind Emperor, knowing unresolved accusations would drag him down. Hastily, he assured, "Master Gu, Dao Guang, rest assured—I'll probe this incident thoroughly. Regarding the Netherworld Ghosts, I was completely unaware. But know this: our Snake people hold no ties to those fiends."

Broken River narrowed his eyes toward the Wind Emperor. In a frosty tone, he warned, "Fine, Wind Emperor, you've got time to look into it. Just ensure nothing like this repeats."

"Absolutely, without question." The Wind Emperor vowed promptly.

Broken River continued, "Furthermore, three days from now, we'll head to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower to examine the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag. Wind Emperor, prepare accordingly."

The Wind Emperor answered swiftly, "Of course, no issues at all."

King Ming Cheng grinned and announced, "Three days hence, we'll join the visit to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower ourselves!"

Broken River shot King Ming Cheng a look, their stares clashing with palpable tension.

Broken River understood clearly that King Ming Cheng harbored identical aims, both eyeing an inspection of the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

With events reaching this juncture, only a race to claim first dibs remained.

"Withdraw." King Ming Cheng flicked his sleeve and departed.

Once away, a Heaven-separated Realm expert queried King Ming Cheng, "Friend Ming Cheng, we witnessed six Heaven-separated Realm Netherworld Ghost Kings slain in mere moments. Could Broken River and his four companions possess such formidable power?"

"Individually, Broken River, Madame Autumn Plum, and Dao Guangwang might lack it. Yet, do you believe Yang Chen felled those twenty-eight Taiyuan Palace Heaven-separated Realm experts through sheer chance? Backed by him, the quartet combined could swiftly overpower the six Ghost Kings—it's entirely plausible!" King Ming Cheng declared.