The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3359 - 3354: Silver City!_1

Yang Chen felt a sense of helplessness from this, since he preferred to stay low-profile by nature. His visit to this Secret Realm today was purely to claim the reward promised by Ye Shan Daozhu.

Securing the reward and slipping away unnoticed, without causing any waves, that was exactly how he liked to operate.

Yet at this point, even before he could truly begin delving into the Secret Realm, everything had escalated dramatically.

Yang Chen's helplessness deepened, as he wished fervently that Jiang Qifeng, standing right before him, would hurry up and unlock the Jingling Secret Realm, preventing the chaos from spiraling further out of control with more delays.

Jiang Qifeng offered a relaxed grin: "Brother Yang Chen, why the rush? Why not linger a bit more? Isn't the tea from our castle delightful? You should know, it's brewed from the lotus blooms of Joyful Heart Lake. For typical visitors, I'm hesitant to share this special brew."

Jiang Qifeng showed no urgency at all for Yang Chen to venture into this Secret Realm.

Why rush on his part?

With Yang Chen present, the steady stream of arrivals meant there'd be plenty of explorers for their family's Secret Realm soon enough, wouldn't there?

He could rake in profits from the Jiyu Essence.

In truth, none of this had crossed his mind initially. He'd simply hosted Yang Chen out of mere curiosity and extended the stay by a couple of days. But unexpectedly, more folks showed up, revealing a golden business chance to Jiang Qifeng, leaving him utterly unhurried about unsealing the Secret Realm.

Gazing at the laid-back Jiang Qifeng, Yang Chen spoke with resignation, "Senior Jiang, if you keep dragging this on, I'm afraid I'll have no choice but to depart."

Noticing Yang Chen's growing impatience, Jiang Qifeng let out a light laugh, "Fine then, since Brother Yang Chen is so eager, this old fellow will unlock the Secret Realm for you without delay."

"Excellent," Yang Chen replied.

Jiang Qifeng chuckled again, "Brother Yang Chen, what do you know about this Jingling Secret Realm?"

"I did some thorough research before arriving here. From what I gathered, Ye Shan Dao Ancestor masters the Soul Law, so he crafted and refined numerous formidable souls. Some of those flawed semi-finished ones were sealed away in this Jingling Secret Realm," Yang Chen explained.

"Correct, though Brother Yang Chen, you shouldn't dismiss these semi-finished creations lightly. Frankly, even someone like me might struggle against the stronger ones among them," Jiang Qifeng stated with hands clasped behind his back, "So, Brother Yang Chen, how many levels do you reckon you'll conquer?"

Yang Chen picked up on Jiang Qifeng's probing intent and responded with calm poise, a faint smile playing on his lips, neither overbearing nor meek, "How many levels does Senior believe I can manage?"

Jiang Qifeng realized he couldn't glean much from that reply, so he shook his head. Had he known Yang Chen's potential levels, the question wouldn't have been necessary in the first place.

At this moment, pressing further was clearly futile, leaving him to remark, "Typically, Heaven-separated Realm experts only manage the seventh level. Given your exceptional prowess in the Heaven-separated Realm, Brother Yang Chen, it's reasonable to expect you'll post impressive results."

A subtle upturn touched the corners of Yang Chen's mouth, but he offered no retort. Instead, he trailed after Jiang Qifeng toward the outer areas.

The instant Yang Chen and Jiang Qifeng emerged, the whole Jingling Ancient Castle erupted in excitement.

Onlookers packed both the interior and exterior of the castle.

Those cultivators permitted inside the castle generally held higher ranks and greater power.

Meanwhile, the ones beyond the castle walls possessed lesser might, yet their crowds were far denser.

"Yang Chen has appeared."

"Word is, Yang Chen plans to challenge this Jingling Secret Realm. Curious to see how he'll fare."

"Personally, I suspect it's all overhyped rumors. This Yang fellow's tales have gotten oddly exaggerated lately. How could anyone be that formidable? At best, he'll hit the seventh level. The Jingling Secret Realm's trials dwarf those of Fang Xuan Villa in terror."

"Indeed, the souls forged by Ye Shan Dao Ancestor are no pushovers. Every single one poses a nightmarish challenge."

Yang Chen felt the weight of innumerable gazes upon him, coupled with nonstop chatter, stirring another wave of helplessness within.

Silent, he fixed his attention solely on the Secret Realm, yearning to wrap up this expedition swiftly.

Yet the harder he willed it so, the more fate seemed poised to throw a wrench in things.

Currently, Jiang Qifeng was guiding Yang Chen toward the Jingling Secret Realm's gateway, all set to fully activate it.

Suddenly, though, a middle-aged figure emerged, flanked by a band of cultivators, catching Yang Chen's eye.

The moment this man arrived, Jiang Qifeng broke into a warm smile: "Oh? Daoist Friend Yin Cheng!"

The leading figure, known as Yin Cheng, returned a composed grin: "Daoist Friend Jiang, long time no see."

Yang Chen cast a glance at Yin Cheng, registering some surprise, for Yin Cheng too was a Heaven-appointed Realm practitioner, on par with Jiang Qifeng.

For Heaven-separated Realm folks to observe him made sense, but a Heaven-appointed Realm powerhouse showing up felt downright odd.

Puzzled, he scrutinized closer, instantly spotting Yin Cheng's gaze locked on him with hidden intentions.

Evident in that look was a thread of animosity, causing Yang Chen's features to tighten in astonishment.

Yang Chen had no prior acquaintance with this Yin Cheng; they were complete unknowns to each other. Prejudice from a stranger was understandable, but outright malice begged the question—what sparked it?

Following a brief exchange, Jiang Qifeng grinned at Yang Chen, "Brother Yang Chen, allow me to present Daoist Friend Yin Cheng. He's been in the Heaven-appointed Realm for quite some time and hails as a key player from the Grand Abyss Palace. Furthermore, he's among Ling Bie Daozhu’s direct protégés."

Hearing that revelation, understanding dawned on Yang Chen.

Little wonder Yin Cheng harbored ill will; it turned out the man was a disciple of Ling Bie Daozhu.

Suddenly, it all clicked. Ling Bie Daozhu nursed a profound vendetta against him, one teetering on the edge of unbridgeable enmity. While the Daozhu couldn't descend personally into the Ancient Divine Realm to strike at him, surrender wasn't on the table. Evidently, the Daozhu had briefed his followers on the bad blood with Yang Chen.

Just as Jiang Qifeng appeared ready to introduce Yang Chen, Yin Cheng scoffed, "No need for introductions, Daoist Friend Jiang. These days, who hasn't heard of Yang Chen? With a reputation like his, it feels like he's already dismissing us entirely."

Jiang Qifeng was sharp as a tack, and from those fine nuances, he quickly discerned a brewing tension between Yin Cheng and Yang Chen.

Not keen on meddling in their spat, he merely arched an eyebrow before inquiring, "Daoist Friend Yin Cheng, what brings you to our Jingling Ancient Castle on this occasion? Are you here to test the Jingling Secret Realm yourself?"

"I won't be entering, but you're familiar with my subordinate, Nine Stars King," Yin Cheng replied coolly.

"Daoist Friend Nine Stars King? Of course, I'm aware of him. Haha, he's long shone brightly among Heaven-separated Realm cultivators. Does he intend to probe the depths of this Jingling Secret Realm?" Jiang Qifeng boomed with laughter, inwardly thrilled at the escalating spectacle—the grander the uproar, the more entertaining it became for him.