The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3294 - 3289: Zhou Yiming’s Gamble_1
Previously on The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms...
In an instant, the bodies of both Ghost Kings erupted into clouds of dark mist simultaneously.
Before anyone could react, the strikes from Ling Huansha and his companions crashed down, surging toward the positions of the two Ghost Kings in unison.
Yet, the two Ghost Kings had vanished from their spots. Nothing was left except wisps of dark mist that the group's assaults tore through.
Once the dark mist faded away, the two Ghost Kings were already far in the distance, having fled.
This scene sent chills crawling up the spines of Ling Huansha and the rest.
"Not good, these two Ghost Kings are trying to escape. Chase them quickly, we can’t let them get away!"
The minds of several experts turned to turmoil. Their strategy hinged on slaying the two Ghost Kings; without their demise, rescuing anyone would prove impossible.
Indeed, should the two Ghost Kings slip away, the information would inevitably spread, turning their own survival into a dire uncertainty.
As they pursued, anxiety gripped their hearts even tighter. They weren't fools. Evidently, the two Ghost Kings had employed a hidden method to create a vast gap, rendering the chase exceedingly tough.
"Humph, trying to kill us?" The Hun Dao Ghost King growled in rage: "Once we escape, at once issue the Soul Devouring Order, call upon several Ghost King Experts to arrive and slaughter these fools. We'll ensure they have nowhere to flee."
While the two Ghost Kings conversed, a silhouette suddenly materialized right before them.
That individual was none other than Yang Chen.
Yang Chen's appearance blocking the two Ghost Kings brought a wave of relief to the panicked Ling Huansha and his allies. They had felt helpless, never anticipating that Yang Chen would intervene and halt the fleeing duo.
This occurrence also diminished their doubts about Yang Chen's dependability.
"Taoist Yang Chen, hold them off," Ling Huansha said through clenched teeth.
Enraged by Yang Chen's obstruction, the two Ghost Kings bellowed, "Brat, you’re seeking death, get lost!"
At once, the two Ghost Kings launched their assault, aiming to shatter Yang Chen's defense and end his life.
Yet, Yang Chen stood firm like an unyielding peak, unleashing his domain completely.
On this occasion, the domain he deployed wasn't the Earth Domain, but some mysterious other realm.
The moment this domain expanded and enveloped the two Ghost Kings, they sensed invisible colossal hands clamping down on their throats, choking their breath and seizing control of their forms.
Next, with a flick of his wrist, Yang Chen altered the Laws within his grasp, summoning a massive hand that seized the pair from opposite sides. A crushing clap later, the two Ghost Kings dissolved into oblivion right there.
Utterly vanquished, vanished entirely.
By then, Ling Huansha and the others had caught up. Witnessing Yang Chen's techniques, they gaped in shock and denial, stunned that he had truly dispatched two Ghost Kings.
"It seems that the two Ghost Kings were badly injured by us just now, and used some special techniques while escaping, exhausting their strength, and had no more tricks left."
"It seems so; such a death, what a cheap end for them." The cultivators murmured among themselves. Though taken aback, after reflecting, they relaxed, attributing Yang Chen's easy victory to the two Ghost Kings' powers being sapped by their earlier efforts.
Just Ling Huansha and Zhou Yiming gazed at Yang Chen with peculiar sparkles in their eyes, sensing something remarkable.
With the two Ghost Kings now defeated, Yang Chen gestured to retract the separate space.
No one outside had detected this clash, precisely the outcome Yang Chen had aimed for.
As the assembled experts settled, Yang Chen spoke calmly, "Everyone, we can now begin executing my plan. I only need to borrow Brother Zhou for a while."
"We have no objections, but it depends on whether Brother Zhou agrees or not. If Brother Zhou doesn’t agree with your wild move, we will naturally have to take him away." Taoist Han replied steadily.
To him, the odds of Zhou Yiming consenting seemed low. Provided Zhou Yiming refused, they'd simply depart with him. Yang Chen's schemes?
In any case, the two Ghost Kings were slain, rendering Yang Chen's outlandish notions irrelevant to them.
Yet, unexpectedly, Zhou Yiming pondered briefly before stating, "Taoist Yang Chen, why don’t we go for a private chat? I want to hear what kind of plan you have in mind."
His statement left the others mildly stunned, puzzling over Zhou Yiming's intentions. Did he truly see potential in Yang Chen's bold schemes?
While they mulled it over, Yang Chen had already guided Zhou Yiming back inside the temple.
Once there, Zhou Yiming inquired, "Taoist Yang Chen, I want to know what exactly you want to do. Bring those Ghost Kings over and wipe them all out? Can you do it?"
"What does Brother Zhou think of my abilities?" Yang Chen inquired, smiling.
"If I really thought you couldn’t do it, I wouldn’t have come. It’s just... it feels somewhat incredible." Zhou Yiming furrowed his brow.
Yang Chen gave a subtle smile, "Then it depends on Brother Zhou’s own thoughts. All I can say is that what I want to do is to uproot the Gate of Life and Death, destroy Calamity City and the Unfounded Black Hole. Besides, I also want to investigate the whereabouts of the Holy Maiden of the Spirit Fire Clan and Wan Qiuying. As for the Polar Space Essence, I’ll do as much as there is. It sounds even more incredible than bringing those Ghost Kings together, right?"
"This..." Initially, Zhou Yiming believed Yang Chen sufficiently insane, yet he discovered Yang Chen far more audacious than anticipated.
Yang Chen chuckled, "So, Brother Zhou, you can decide for yourself. If you think it’s worth taking a gamble on me, maybe you’ll get something beyond your expectations."
No matter if Zhou Yiming assented or not, further words were pointless. The decision rested with him.
Zhou Yiming sank into profound contemplation.
He reflected on Yang Chen's approach in eliminating the two Ghost Kings.
Ling Huansha's companions merely assumed the two Ghost Kings had depleted their energies and lacked further ploys. However, having confronted these Ghost Kings for years, how could he be unaware of their capabilities?
Could they truly become helpless after a handful of secret arts? Impossible.
Yang Chen had solely relied on his personal might to overwhelm and dispatch the two Ghost Kings with scant effort.
Who possessed such prowess?
Not him. No way.
"I... am willing to take a gamble," Zhou Yiming balled his fist.
Yang Chen showed a grin, "In not too long, Brother Zhou will know that his choice is correct."
With Zhou Yiming's consent secured, he felt his own boldness surge, tinged with hints of second thoughts. Still, having committed, retreat was no option.
Furthermore, his hatred for the Netherworld burned deep. Offered an opportunity—no, even a faint possibility—he resolved to stake it all.