The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3263 - 3258: Disciple Willow Stain_1

With King Ming Cheng's departure in sight, Broken River and his companions finally exhaled in relief.

The overwhelming pressure from King Ming Cheng's earlier presence had weighed heavily on them all.

Yang Chen, however, observed King Ming Cheng's exit with a faint smile playing on his lips, confident in his wise decision.

Had King Ming Cheng launched an assault moments ago, his leftover power could have easily slain these foes again.

Yet King Ming Cheng remained clear-headed, recognizing that intervening would prove futile against him and could invite his own downfall.

With the foe now gone, Yang Chen saw no reason to chase after King Ming Cheng. Though he harbored resentment toward the Grand Abyss Palace, his true animosity targeted the Spirit Separation Ancestor’s lineage more sharply.

As King Ming Cheng vanished, Yang Chen passed the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag straight to Broken River and the rest, saying, "Brother Gu, reposition this Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag within the Lingtian Array. The Nine Dragons World affair is now resolved."

"We owe you our thanks, Brother Yang Chen, for your vital aid. Without your support, our venture into the Nine Dragons World might have ended in peril rather than triumph," Broken River replied, taking the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag with profound gratitude surging in his chest. He recalled Yang Chen's key contributions and knew full well that without Yang Chen's companionship, he alone would have struggled to accomplish anything.

Yang Chen clasped his hands behind his back, his grin warm and friendly, "You're too kind, Brother Gu. Having pledged to Senior Jueyi, I naturally gave it my all."

"Hahaha, upon our return, we'll surely inform Senior Jueyi of your feats, Brother Yang Chen. For the moment, let's head back to the Blackstone Ancient Castle and handle the Lingtian Array," Broken River suggested.

No one raised any disputes, and soon after consenting, they made their way back to the Blackstone Ancient Castle alongside Broken River.

Upon arriving at the Blackstone Ancient Castle, Willow Feng hurried out to welcome them. Spotting so many of his Heaven-separated Realm powerhouses returning safe, surprise and joyful tears filled his eyes.

He had feared the worst for his Blackstone Ancient Castle's Heaven-separated Realm experts, especially since even the formidable six from Heavenly Melody Mountain had vanished. The gap between his castle's experts and others was all too apparent.

Their survival signaled that Blackstone Ancient Castle could still reclaim dominance over the Nine Dragons World, filling Willow Feng with uncontainable delight.

Swiftly, Willow Feng organized a lavish reception, yet the Heavenly Melody Mountain experts had no time for such pleasantries. Broken River and his group rushed directly to the Lingtian Array to plant the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag back into the Formation Eye.

Yang Chen chose not to join them, lacking deep knowledge of the Lingtian Array.

He intended to take some time in the Blackstone Ancient Castle to recover and rest.

But before he could settle into relaxation, Willow Feng arrived with Willow Stain and a band of Blackstone Ancient Castle's mighty Heaven-separated Realm warriors.

As they approached, Willow Feng displayed utmost deference, lowering his head in a bow, "Sir Yang Chen, might we have the honor of an audience?"

Yang Chen understood Willow Feng's intent all too well. He hadn't overlooked his commitment to instruct Willow Stain in the spear art.

Hearing this now, he responded coolly, "Should Willow Stain grasp the true essence of my One Gun, I'll honor my word. If he fails to do so, Family Head Willow Feng, there's no point in further words—just return."

Willow Feng showed no shock at this, evidently having anticipated such a reception.

For an instant, even Willow Feng found it hard to believe as he drew a steadying breath and declared, "Sir Yang Chen, my son... my son has grasped the essence of your One Gun."

At these words, Yang Chen felt a mild jolt, murmuring a soft "Oh?" that betrayed his mild astonishment.

"Fascinating—he's comprehended it? Very well, show me," Yang Chen said, stepping out from the chamber at last, his eyes settling on Willow Stain.

Seeing Yang Chen once more, Willow Stain's gaze brimmed with even deeper admiration and reverence than before.

He bowed promptly and stated, "Greetings, Senior Yang Chen. I also thank Senior Yang Chen for that day's generous guidance."

"If thanks are what you offer, the finest way is to reveal what you've mastered," Yang Chen replied, hands folded behind his back.

"Stain, demonstrate it for Sir Yang Chen without delay!" Willow Feng urged, his excitement barely contained.

He had initially viewed Yang Chen as merely one more Heaven-separated Realm expert, but the returning Blackstone Ancient Castle powerhouses' vivid accounts had left him utterly stunned.

The Blackstone Ancient Castle experts had painted Yang Chen's formidable might as surpassing even the elite Heaven-separated Realm figures from Heavenly Melody Mountain.

This revelation shook Willow Feng to his core, making him realize he'd gravely misjudged Yang Chen's prowess.

Willow Stain, meanwhile, concentrated utterly, gripping a long spear tightly before thrusting it forward. It followed the very trajectory Yang Chen had once traced, slicing through the air in a flash.

This thrust appeared simple yet held profound depth. As it struck the Blackstone Ancient Castle's defensive array, a subtle wave rippled across it.

For Willow Stain's level of power, this feat was nothing short of astonishing.

Yang Chen observed the spear strike intently, his face shifting from solemn focus to eased satisfaction, a approving smile breaking through.

He'd assumed Willow Stain couldn't seize his Innate Unity so quickly, yet he'd overlooked the young man's potential.

Though Willow Stain's innate cultivation gifts might fall short of ideals, at the Heaven-separated Realm, such talent mattered less than before.

What truly counted was an unyielding spirit and the courage to forge one's unique Dao.

Willow Stain had delved deeply into the spear art's core, honing it relentlessly until unlocking his Innate Unity—a clear sign of his resilient will and drive to claim his path.

"Senior..." Willow Stain gazed at Yang Chen, anxiety churning within.

He believed he'd attained comprehension, but true validation rested with Yang Chen's verdict. His self-assessment alone wouldn't suffice.

Yang Chen instructed, "Willow Stain, describe your understanding of this spear."

"Senior, the profound intent of your spear lies in drawing in the surrounding Heaven and Earth Spirit Qi, merging it with the Long Spear, and unleashing it all at once. It took me ages to grasp this, and I stumbled at the merging step before finally breaking through!" Willow Stain explained, his voice laced with tension.

Yang Chen fell silent briefly, then erupted into booming laughter.

His chuckles resounded far and wide.

Once the mirth subsided, Broken River and the others had returned unnoticed, staring in bewilderment, "Brother Yang Chen, what's got you in such high spirits?"

Broken River and his group descended, gathering near Yang Chen. Nearly every Heaven-separated Realm expert from Heavenly Melody Mountain now clustered there.

Curiosity gripped many, eager to uncover the source of Yang Chen's joy.

Wearing an easy smile, Yang Chen turned to Willow Stain, "Willow Stain, with all these seniors present, no need to delay. Take me as your master today. You've truly mastered my technique."

These words hit Willow Stain like a thunderbolt, leaving him rooted in place; even the chill wind couldn't rouse him.

"Stain, kneel and pay your respects to your master at once!" Willow Feng bellowed.

Snapping back, Willow Stain dropped to his knees and kowtowed thrice, proclaiming, "Disciple Willow Stain pays respect to Master!"