The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3254 - 3249: Implementing the Plan_1
Previously on The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms...
Wan Huaruo's brows furrowed just a bit, leading her into a moment of doubt. Yang Chen had turned down her proposal to trade for the giant egg, and he'd even spurned her intimate offer, which left her a touch irritated and inclined to turn him away.
Yet, as she examined the elixirs Yang Chen offered, she realized they were rare gems that could still provide huge boosts to her ongoing cultivation, making her determination shake.
Weighing her options, she figured that building ties with Yang Chen could mean better care for the giant egg. Thus, she responded, "Very well, I'll take these elixirs, and I'll let Brother Yang Chen borrow the Wheel of Destiny Mirror for one use. But just once."
With those words spoken, Wan Huaruo passed the mirror over to Yang Chen right away.
Yang Chen grasped the Wheel of Destiny Mirror, filled with surprise, "Lady Wan, you trust me this deeply? What if I just grab the treasure and bolt?"
Her bond with Yang Chen had warmed up, and Wan Huaruo chuckled softly, her voice turning milder. "Young Master Yang Chen, don't misunderstand. This item isn't some divine artifact, though it's quite unique, and it only answers to me. Without my say-so, you couldn't activate it at all. If you tried to claim it for yourself, the Wheel of Destiny Mirror might never assist you again. I'm sure Young Master Yang Chen won't choose such a foolish path."
Hearing her explanation, Yang Chen got the full picture, aware of the safeguards involved.
"Haha, once I'm done with it, I'll hand it back to Lady Wan. You can count on that," Yang Chen assured her.
Wan Huaruo answered, "Huaruo has complete faith in Young Master Yang Chen."
Yang Chen didn't linger much longer; he grabbed the Wheel of Destiny Mirror and vaulted out from the pool.
Watching him depart, Wan Huaruo let out a heavy sigh, "This is all because of me. I can only stand by while you're snatched away, unable to lift a finger!"
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In the meantime, Yang Chen headed back after exiting the pool.
During his journey, Yang Chen gazed at the Wheel of Destiny Mirror, deep in contemplation.
Based on what he'd observed, Wan Huaruo held no ill will toward him, and she clearly had no connection to Huan Ye Ming Wang. Still, her true background remained puzzling.
Yang Chen went so far as to wonder if Wan Huaruo truly belonged to the Snake people. Perhaps the Snake people served merely as a cover for her actual origins.
But the motive behind it escaped him for the moment.
All the same, he needed to stay wary around Wan Huaruo, refusing to let her allure cloud his judgment easily.
"With the Wheel of Destiny Mirror in hand now, carrying out my scheme should prove easier than expected..." A faint smile tugged at Yang Chen's mouth.
Back at his dwelling, he spotted Broken River and the rest pacing in worry.
"Brother Yang Chen, where on earth have you been?" Broken River inquired, his tone laced with concern.
"What's the issue?" Yang Chen replied, puzzled.
"Here's the situation. Huan Ye Ming Wang left a hidden message right at your place. We caught wind of it from some noise. This is the message." Broken River pulled out a talisman scroll and gave it to Yang Chen.
The instant Yang Chen took hold of the talisman and scanned it, a voice echoed directly into his mind.
"In ten days, the exchange happens at the Desolate Snake Desert's entrance. You bring the treasure, and I'll deliver the person!"
At those words, Yang Chen smashed the talisman, reducing it to dust.
"Got it. Ten days from now, I'll head there for the deal," Yang Chen stated.
"That's a relief," Broken River and his companions exhaled, tension easing.
Since Yang Chen already had his strategy set, he kept a straight face to calm Broken River and the group, then retreated to his quarters to prepare. Next, he triggered the Wheel of Destiny Mirror, and his form vanished entirely.
"My master promised aid just this one time. After cloaking you this round, no repeats," a flat, wooden tone emerged abruptly from the Wheel of Destiny Mirror.
Yang Chen could only smile wryly at that. "I get it. How long will this cloaking hold?"
"It hinges on your Dao Intent and Law. The mightier your Dao Intent and Law, the longer it lasts. Given your Law's power, sustaining it for half a month ought to be simple!" the Wheel of Destiny Mirror explained.
"Incredible!" Yang Chen exclaimed, thrilled.
Half a month gave him ample opportunity to pull off his scheme.
The Wheel of Destiny Mirror went quiet, its energies calming, with no further words.
Now unseen, Yang Chen strolled freely through the Royal Family's territory, slipping past everyone unnoticed.
Broken River and his allies remained clueless that Yang Chen had come back only to depart once more.
Thanks to the Space-Time Law, his route stayed clear, letting him move without a single snag.
"What a remarkable treasure. Not a divine artifact or a World Embryo? Just what is this exactly!" Yang Chen marveled aloud.
He felt a twinge of regret for not swapping for this item earlier. Had he done so, it would've bolstered his safety in all future plans.
He was certain that even returning now to renegotiate, tossing in the prior offer of Wan Huaruo's body, she'd agree without pause. Sadly, his clear-headedness had stopped him from rushing into it.
Right now, rescuing Fairy Moon Fu took precedence.
Yes, his unfolding plan aimed to free Fairy Moon Fu!
Hidden by the Wheel of Destiny Mirror, Yang Chen made a beeline for Crown Prince Modao's quarters.
The Space-Time Law, combined with his unseen state, rendered Crown Prince Modao's guards and barriers meaningless to Yang Chen.
Yang Chen even perched right next to Crown Prince Modao's practice spot, silently keeping watch.
He'd suspected Modao for ages, and it was clear Modao would team up with Huan Ye Ming Wang. Yang Chen simply held back from striking too soon.
He avoided tipping his hand early to preserve his moves for the right moment.
Yang Chen had long believed Modao knew where Fairy Moon Fu was held. Why? Because Fairy Moon Fu and her group had vanished without trace during their visit to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.
Such a trip, even with Netherworld ghosts in play, shouldn't have gone off without issues. Modao's hand must've guided it, providing covert support.
Plus, in the sprawling Desolate Snake Desert, hiding spots were scarce.
Modao had to know Fairy Moon Fu's whereabouts.
Still, whether tailing Modao would yield clues, Yang Chen couldn't say.
For now, his approach was to stay put and observe with patience.
Yang Chen lingered there for days on end.
Yet Modao offered no leads.
Impatience crept into Yang Chen as he worried that endless waiting might backfire—if Huan Ye Ming Wang showed for the trade and found him absent, trouble would brew.
Fortunately, his decision paid off.
After days of seated vigil, Modao rose at last, purpose unclear, and slipped out from his dwelling.
He moved with stealth and caution, dodging detection as he reached a hidden underground chamber in the Royal Family's domain.
A tunnel lay there, concealed by layers of restrictions, and without deliberate probing, no one would spot the concealed path.
Modao traversed the tunnel fully, oblivious to the invisible shadow trailing right on his heels!