The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3264 - 3259: Not Pursuing the Matter_1

Upon witnessing this, Yang Chen nodded with composure: "Excellent, Willow Stain. Starting today, you become my inaugural disciple under Yang Chen. Going forward, I shall instruct you with complete devotion. I trust you'll cultivate with unwavering effort, maintain strict discipline, and avoid any laziness. Stay true to your core resolve, or else don't fault me for expelling you from my lineage."

Willow Stain responded with deep respect, "This disciple will bear it in mind."

Watching the moment unfold, Willow Feng felt a surge of delight and astonishment. For his offspring to enter the elite circle of the Three Great Factions was a tremendous honor.

He had long harbored dreams of forging ties with the Three Great Factions, yet fate had always denied him that chance.

At this juncture, the assembled powerhouses, observing Yang Chen accept Willow Stain as his apprentice, found the development utterly unforeseen, whether for good or ill.

After all, to them, Willow Stain's aptitude hardly stood out as exceptional.

Still, they recognized it wasn't their place to interfere, so they held back from probing further. Broken River was the first to rise, chuckling heartily, "My felicitations to Brother Yang Chen on acquiring such a promising talent as your disciple! Hahaha, since this old fellow witnessed it, I can't depart without offering something. Given the lad's current modest power, I'll present him with a King Divine Tool."

"This seems too generous," Yang Chen protested modestly.

"Haha, Brother Yang Chen, no need for such formality with me. We're all allies in battle. These modest tokens show our regard. I only hope Brother Yang Chen won't take offense." Broken River declared warmly.

"Offense? Not at all," Yang Chen ceased his refusals, "Willow Stain, this senior's offering is meant for you—hurry and express your thanks."

Willow Stain promptly bowed low in gratitude, receiving the present.

With Broken River setting the example by bestowing a gift, the remaining powerhouses followed suit, generously presenting their own tributes to Willow Stain without hesitation.

This left Willow Stain somewhat overwhelmed, his mind spinning in bewilderment. He had never dreamed that aligning with Yang Chen would bring such an abundance of offerings.

Willow Feng stood nearby, utterly stunned and filled with shock.

He understood the intricacies of social norms all too well. These powerhouses claimed to gift Willow Stain out of fondness, yet if that were truly the case, they would have claimed him as a disciple ages ago.

The true catalyst behind it all was Yang Chen himself.

To inspire such eagerness among these mighty figures to offer presents and build alliances—what exactly was Yang Chen's background? Willow Feng conceded that no ordinary person could ever elicit such fervent overtures from them.

Though the items themselves weren't priceless, the gesture of initiating bonds held immense value, something these powerhouses rarely extended.

Once the presents were received, Broken River announced, "Brother Yang Chen, with affairs mostly settled, it's time we pick a moment to depart."

Yang Chen turned to him, "Patriarch of the Willow clan, I'll be taking Willow Stain with me shortly. Any concerns on your end?"

Willow Feng, of course, voiced no resistance; he eagerly anticipated it.

"Master Yang Chen, I hold no reservations whatsoever. Willow Stain, as you venture to Master Yang Chen's domain, commit fully to your training and avoid bringing any discredit to him. Got it?" Willow Feng instructed.

Willow Stain nodded with firm determination.

Yang Chen grinned, "Willow Stain, return home and get ready—we depart in three days."

Willow Stain assented without delay.

The other powerhouses pondered how Willow Stain had stumbled upon such extraordinary fortune, catching Yang Chen's eye. If only their own descendants could claim similar luck, with so many youths in their folds, gaining entry into Yang Chen's circle would prove a monumental boon.

In the flash of an eye, those three days slipped by swiftly.

On the third day, Yang Chen guided Willow Stain along with the numerous powerhouses from Heavenly Melody Mountain, departing the Nine Dragons World to head back to Heavenly Melody Mountain for their report.

By the time they arrived, a full month had elapsed, and the collective return of these formidable experts prompted a swift gathering of attendants to welcome them.

These attendants boasted cultivations starting at the Nirvana stage, with some even attaining the Mahayana stage. Willow Stain's eyes widened in awe, scarcely able to fathom that Mahayana stage experts served merely as servants in Heavenly Melody Mountain.

"Brother Yang Chen, linger here a moment while we go ahead and report." Broken River beamed, "We'll also intercede with Absolute Yi Daozu on your behalf."

Yang Chen cupped his hands, "Yang Chen appreciates your support in advance."

"Politeness aside, it's a small matter," the Heavenly Melody Mountain powerhouses replied with smiles.

After the group of elites departed, Yang Chen and Willow Stain remained, waiting in quiet anticipation.

This interval lasted just a few days before figures returned, though only Broken River appeared this time.

Broken River approached with a kindly grin, "Brother Yang Chen, Absolute Yi Daozu summons you."

Yang Chen's face lit up with joy as he inquired, "Any headway on the issue?"

Broken River chuckled while smoothing his beard, "Brother Yang Chen, you owe Junior Sister Moon Orchid profound gratitude."

At those words, Yang Chen grasped the situation. He instructed Willow Stain to stay put, then accompanied Broken River to Absolute Yi Daozu's quarters.

As they neared once more, a flicker of unease stirred in Yang Chen's chest. Yet upon laying eyes on Absolute Yi Daozu, relief washed over him.

Unlike their prior encounter, Absolute Yi Daozu's demeanor had noticeably warmed.

"This junior honors Daozu!"

"Honors to Elder Absolute Yi!"

Yang Chen and Broken River intoned together.

In the midst of their salutations, Yang Chen caught sight of Fairy Moon Fu at Absolute Yi Daozu's side, deftly kneading his shoulders and easing his tension.

Spotting Yang Chen, Fairy Moon Fu gave a playful wink, her message unmistakable.

Yang Chen conveyed his thanks through a nod, realizing Fairy Moon Fu had undoubtedly vouched for him extensively before Absolute Yi Daozu.

Absolute Yi Daozu regarded Yang Chen with an air of approval, inclining his head, and as he savored Fairy Moon Fu's ministrations, he remarked, "Yang Chen, your journey into the Nine Dragons World yielded such startling twists this time—far beyond what this old man foresaw. Without your involvement, even if the task succeeded, it would have fallen into the clutches of those Grand Abyss Palace schemers. You've rendered invaluable service and preserved my cherished disciple's life."

Yang Chen replied, "Merely fulfilling a junior's duty."

"Good that you recognize your obligations. Your Slaughter God Spear devoured my prized artifact, granting you an immense boon. At first, I had no intention of letting it slide lightly. Yet given your role in safeguarding lives, with everyone advocating on your behalf—even my own disciple urging me persistently—I'll overlook the matter of the Slaughter God Spear." Absolute Yi Daozu declared.

Elation surged through Yang Chen as he exclaimed, "My deepest thanks to Daozu."

"You'll thank me as well," Fairy Moon Fu added with a beaming smile.

Yang Chen bowed his fists, "Naturally, gratitude extends to Fairy Moon Fu too."

"Save the thanks; just honor our pact," Fairy Moon Fu quipped, touching her nose.

Yang Chen's expression soured slightly at the reminder, then he ventured, "Daozu, regarding my Slaughter God Spear..."