The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3251 - 3246: Saving Fairy Moon Fu_1

After hearing King Huan Ye Ming's statement, Yang Chen couldn't quite discern his true intentions.

Of course, he had no plans to blindly accept the claims from the Netherworld Ghosts. He replied steadily, "King Huan Ye Ming, are you proposing that I strike a deal with a Netherworld ghost? Do you truly expect me to place my trust in you?"

King Huan Ye Ming let out a booming laugh. "Yang Chen, you need to see the situation clearly. In this ongoing battle, we're locked in a stalemate where neither side can gain the upper hand. Such a confrontation holds no value. Furthermore, don't claim you have no interest in rescuing those six vanished souls from Heavenly Melody Mountain."

At these words, Yang Chen's face slowly turned grave.

"Are those six individuals under your control?" Yang Chen demanded in a frosty tone.

With hands clasped behind his back, King Huan Ye Ming offered a composed smile. "What do you believe? Yang Chen, regarding those six, their fates rest entirely in my grasp—if I decree they live, they survive; if I command their end, they perish without delay. I doubt you'd wish to see your six allies meet their doom."

Yang Chen paused in thought.

Had it been any other group of six, he might not have cared, since his main goal was securing the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag.

Yet one among them was Fairy Moon Fu.

He had learned earlier that Fairy Moon Fu served as the personal disciple of Absolute Yi Daozu.

Absolute Yi Daozu wouldn't grow anxious over Fairy Moon Fu's absence for several years, for such a span meant little to mighty figures at the Daozu realm—mere moments in time.

Still, should Fairy Moon Fu meet her end, Absolute Yi Daozu's wrath would surely erupt, likely costing him the Slaughter God Spear.

He needed to tread carefully with this issue involving Fairy Moon Fu, avoiding any rash moves.

After weighing his options thoroughly, Yang Chen resolved that rescuing Fairy Moon Fu was essential. Neither his feelings nor his sense of duty allowed him to abandon the six.

"Is this the item you're after?" Yang Chen turned his palm over, revealing the massive egg he'd claimed from the Tenth Floor of the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

The sight of the enormous egg sparked a gleam of avarice in King Huan Ye Ming's gaze.

"Exactly right. I'll swap those six lives for this treasure. It's a balanced exchange." King Huan Ye Ming chuckled, inwardly stunned that Yang Chen had truly seized the prize.

Yang Chen eyed the giant egg and mused aloud, "You dispatched countless Netherworld forces into the Nine Dragons World all for this? How intriguing. Yet trading it solely for the six isn't sufficient."

"You're eyeing the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag as well?" King Huan Ye Ming inquired.

"Sharp as ever. Surrender the flag without resistance, then deliver the six to me. Once that's done, the giant egg is yours." Yang Chen grinned.

King Huan Ye Ming gave a subtle smile. "That works fine—I have no use for the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag myself. I'll hand it over at the proper moment. But I trust Brother Yang Chen won't attempt any deceptions. Since I hold the power to seize those six, their lives are mine to command. Ending them would be effortless. I urge Brother Yang Chen to consider wisely and avoid actions that harm his own allies."

Yang Chen responded evenly, "Is that a threat you're issuing?"

"Merely a friendly warning. I'll dictate the exchange timing and notify you when it's set." King Huan Ye Ming declared with assurance.

Given his skill in clashing freely against human forces, he brimmed with certainty to negotiate with Yang Chen whenever he chose.

Yang Chen held his tongue further.

King Huan Ye Ming vaulted skyward. "Withdraw!"

The assembled Ghost Kings and the Heaven’s Might Army of the Snake People swiftly departed in King Huan Ye Ming's wake. True to their word, they exited with bold defiance.

At present, the human side bore heavy wounds from the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower ordeal. Pursuit of the enemy proved impossible. Though resentment burned, they could only clench their jaws and let the foes slip away.

Wind Emperor and his companions reeled in disbelief, never imagining such a formidable power lurked within their Nine Dragons World. Over twenty Ghost Kings alongside the Heaven’s Might Army of the Snake People had arrived and vanished at will, rendering the Snake People Royal Family utterly overshadowed.

"These Netherworld forces..." Wind Emperor murmured with a quiver in his voice.

Madame Autumn Plum cast a look at Yang Chen and the rest, then let out a heavy sigh. "With the Netherworld intruders now involved, that explains the swarm of Heaven-separated Realm masters in the Heaven’s Might Army. We ought to alert the higher authorities without delay. What's your view on this, all of you?"

Broken River and Dao Guangwang pondered silently, balancing the risks and benefits.

Yang Chen spoke up. "Reaching Heavenly Melody Mountain won't be simple—these foes dominate the Heavenly Eye. Any attempt to depart would alert them instantly. Even a joint escape might succeed, but Fairy Moon Fu and the others remain captives of these spectral beings!"

"What?!" Broken River's complexion drained of color. "Junior Sister Moon Orchid and the rest... this is disastrous!"

"We'll talk it over once we're back," Yang Chen declared.

Dao Guangwang inclined his head. "Brother Yang Chen, if Fairy Moon Fu truly falls to these Netherworld captors, won't reporting to the Grand Abyss Palace put her at greater risk?"

"That shouldn't occur. The Grand Abyss Palace members lack knowledge of the Heavenly Eye affair. They'd send only a handful to depart at most, and the Netherworld forces won't permit passage. As long as nobody exits, the Netherworld side stays unalarmed, keeping Fairy Moon Fu and her group safe."

Dao Guangwang nodded inwardly, finding the logic sound.

"Should we reveal the Heavenly Eye details to them?" Broken River questioned in confusion.

Yang Chen shook his head. "That's your call. I won't meddle."

He harbored grudges against the Grand Abyss Palace, so sharing the info wasn't his style. Yet with them aligned against the Netherworld for humanity's sake, he aimed to limit his disputes to those with Spirit Separation Ancestor and Mo Wanchou alone.

Thus, he left the decision to Broken River and the others—it didn't concern him.

"Fine, we'll manage it ourselves." Broken River consented, sensing he couldn't keep relying on Yang Chen to lead.

With the issue settled, the group exchanged a few words before retracing their steps.

During the return journey, Wind Emperor showed great respect to Yang Chen's group and King Ming Cheng's troops, recognizing these allies as their final safeguards. Failing to strengthen those bonds would leave them vulnerable to swift destruction by the Yin Spirits and Ghost Creatures ravaging the Nine Dragons World.

In this manner, Yang Chen and his companions returned. The Four Powerful Ones had now secured their lodging, where they delved into discussions about Fairy Moon Fu.

"Brother Yang Chen, what's truly happening with Junior Sister Moon Fu?" Broken River inquired.

Yang Chen explained, "These Ghost Kings aim to barter the six captives, Fairy Moon Fu included, for a relic I claimed from the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. That was their scheme all along in drawing us there."

"So, what's Brother Yang Chen's decision?" Broken River dabbed at his brow's chill sweat, dreading a refusal from Yang Chen, though he suspected the outcome.