The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3245: 3240: King Ming Cheng Begins_1

Yang Chen inquired with curiosity, “Who was that esteemed expert who made it to the eighth floor?”

Earlier, he had overheard Mo Dao and Wind Emperor talking about a snake person expert who climbed to the ninth floor, their faces showing deep respect. It was easy to infer that the ninth floor posed an exceptional challenge.

Wan Huaruo looked toward Yang Chen upon hearing his question and gave a soft smile. “Truth be told, I won’t be upset if you laugh, but it was actually me who reached the ninth floor.”

The group felt a touch of surprise at her revelation.

Wind Emperor let out a hearty laugh, “I possess certain skills, yet I managed only the sixth floor. Next to Sister Huaruo, I feel quite inadequate.”

“Brother Wind Emperor jests,” Wan Huaruo replied mildly. “The Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower doesn’t serve as a true gauge of power.”

Wind Emperor gained a measure of reassurance from Wan Huaruo’s statement, though inwardly he knew full well the extent of her capabilities.

Yang Chen wore a warm smile as well, sensing Wan Huaruo’s formidable level of strength.

Still, this revelation only fueled the ambitions of the mighty figures gathered there. Take King Mingcheng, for instance—he became even more eager to tackle the tower. Certainly, none thought they’d fall short compared to a woman like Wan Huaruo.

Without delay, King Mingcheng declared, “Then I’ll go first and test this Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower to discover its true might!”

“Daoist Friend Mingcheng appears full of assurance; it looks like you hold some assurance. But per the customs, you must first offer three bows to our snake people ancestor monument before entering. Following that comes the Stone Snake test,” Wan Huaruo stated calmly.

Requiring King Mingcheng to prostrate three times before the snake people’s monument left him a bit irritated.

Nevertheless, since it was tradition, and with Wan Huaruo overseeing, he let it slide. He proceeded to the front of the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower, where the snake people ancestor monument stood.

The ancestor of the snake people bore a form that was part serpent, part human.

King Mingcheng offered three respectful bows.

“There, I’ve done the bows. Lady Wan, what exactly is this Stone Snake Test you spoke of? If it fails us, does that bar entry?” King Mingcheng questioned.

Wan Huaruo noted King Mingcheng’s half-hearted bows and shook her head with a smile. “Our ancestors established the Stone Snake Test as a rule. Prior to stepping into the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower, one must deliver a strike to the Stone Snake. It will then release three kinds of orbs—stone, gold, and jade balls.”

“How do these three balls differ?” an expert from the Sky Separation Realm wondered aloud.

“Striking a stone ball indicates you might manage only the first three levels. A gold ball suggests you could push past the first seven floors. The jade ball signifies potential to surpass the seventh floor and beyond,” Wan Huaruo answered smilingly.

“Does this test prove so precise, without any errors?” another voice asked.

“Virtually no errors,” Wan Huaruo affirmed quietly, brimming with certainty.

The Sky Separation Realm experts present were left in awe.

“Why does the Stone Snake Test exist?” Yang Chen probed.

“It exists to help those lacking sufficient power recognize their boundaries and step back. Opening the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower each time demands vast resources. If challengers flock endlessly, it burdens us greatly. Hence, the Stone Snake Test spares us unnecessary strain. Naturally, you needn’t trust it blindly—you can attempt the tower regardless, even if it yields no balls. Our snake people sect welcomes all,” Wan Huaruo explained kindly.

King Mingcheng advanced and eyed the Stone Snake.

The Stone Snake’s carving was remarkable. Though carved from stone, closer inspection revealed intricate details in the crystal fragments set within.

King Mingcheng remarked slowly, “If my strike shatters this Stone Snake, Lady Wan won’t hold it against me, will she?”

“Should Daoist Friend achieve that, Huaruo would rejoice,” Wan Huaruo replied, lightly covering her mouth in laughter.

King Mingcheng stared at Wan Huaruo’s captivating smile, his pulse quickening as his urge to impress surged.

“Very well, then I’ll delight Lady Wan right now.” Abruptly, King Mingcheng channeled the Power of Laws into his hand and unleashed a strike.

His palm connected with the Stone Snake at maximum force, holding nothing back.

The impact unleashed a gale, stirring chaotic energies. The ground quivered faintly, and winds howled outward.

The assembled powerhouses watched in amazement at King Mingcheng’s formidable power. They conceded his prowess was extraordinary. With such a blow, numerous Sky Separation Realm experts pondered if they could endure it.

King Mingcheng felt pleased with his attack, yet the outcome dashed his hopes.

A full-powered strike from him could ravage almost half an interface.

Yet upon clashing with the Stone Snake, it stood unscathed, showing no signs of harm.

Soon after, the Stone Snake’s jaws clicked open, emitting clatters as it ejected stone balls successively.

The stone balls plopped into the pool, sending ripples across the surface.

Gazing over, the group spotted a brilliant, crystal-clear jade ball.

Experts from the Grand Abyss Palace appeared delighted, convinced King Mingcheng could ascend straight to the tenth floor with a jade ball result.

King Mingcheng laughed triumphantly: “A jade ball from the Stone Snake proves I can conquer the tenth floor.”

“Then allow me to offer congratulations,” Wan Huaruo said softly.

“Hmph, Lady Huaruo, I appreciate the early well-wishes. I trust my abilities fully. Await my success, Lady Huaruo,” King Mingcheng boasted arrogantly. Unwilling to yield, he strode directly into the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

Wan Huaruo made no move to halt him, merely smiling faintly. With a gentle wave of her hand, the pool water parted to display multiple visions.

These visions appeared to depict the interiors of the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

Yet the visions centered solely on the thresholds to subsequent floors, concealing King Mingcheng’s actions within the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

“Doesn’t this pool water let us view King Mingcheng’s progress inside the tower?” an expert from the Grand Abyss Palace inquired.

“Daoist Friend likely harbors secrets. Absent his consent, I wouldn’t expose them to all. Still, these visions allow you to gauge roughly which floor Daoist Friend Mingcheng attains,” Wan Huaruo clarified.

The Grand Abyss Palace members raised no protest upon hearing this. After all, unveiling their hidden techniques would harm their own interests.

The pool’s visions sharpened into focus, and shortly, King Mingcheng was seen effortlessly accessing the second floor.