The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3229 - 3224: Desolate Snake Desert_1

Dao Guangwang spoke in a chilling voice, "Junior Sister Yue Fu and the rest of the five have gone missing. Willow Feng, you're saying you know zilch about it, so are you not viewing this situation with the gravity it deserves? Do you believe we handed you the title of Blackstone Ancient Castle Master simply for a relaxed existence?"

Willow Feng harbored a sense of injustice following the successive beratements from Dao Guangwang and Broken River.

Yet, he refrained from displaying any fury, merely clenching his teeth as he replied, "Lord Dao Guang, I've exerted every effort in handling this affair. Upon the arrival of Fairy Moon Fu and her companions, they proceeded directly into the Desolate Snake Desert. To assist Fairy Moon Fu and the group, my Blackstone Ancient Castle deployed all three available Sky Separation Realm powerhouses, excluding myself. At present, I'm the sole remaining figure in the Blackstone Ancient Castle, rendering me utterly powerless in this regard."

This was precisely the root of his resentment.

His sect had mobilized three Sky Separation Realm experts, yet no updates had surfaced. He had anticipated that his offspring might forge ties with Heavenly Melody Mountain as recompense, unaware that they disregarded the sacrifices of his Blackstone Ancient Castle.

Dao Guangwang let out a disdainful huff and remarked icily, "With events unfolding this way, do you still sense injustice?"

Broken River gestured dismissively, his countenance lacking warmth though milder than Dao Guangwang's demeanor.

"That's sufficient; further reprimands serve no purpose at this juncture. We must first uncover the details. Willow Feng, bear in mind that absent Heavenly Melody Mountain, neither you nor Blackstone Ancient Castle would exist. Aiding Heavenly Melody Mountain is your obligation." Broken River cast a glance at Willow Feng, maintaining a neutral visage.

Willow Feng had no recourse but to bow his head and submit in compliance.

"Now, explain why Junior Sister Yue Fu and her entourage specifically ventured into the Desolate Snake Desert? Surely it bears no relation to the Snake people or the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, correct?" Broken River inquired.

Willow Feng let out a heavy sigh, "I find it puzzling as well. Shortly after the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag vanished, word emerged from the Snake people asserting that the flag was pilfered and hidden atop the Snake people’s Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. Though the veracity remains uncertain, it appears the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag links somehow to the Snake people. In pursuit of clues, Fairy Moon Fu and her allies entered the domain of the Snake people."

Broken River creased his brow, "The Snake people possess only a scant number of Sky Separation Realm experts. Even if a handful exist, they ought not to endanger Junior Sister Yue Fu and her group. Then why have communications ceased?"

"Perhaps Fairy Yue Fu is occupied with resolving the issue and lacks the moment to dispatch word," Willow Feng dabbed the perspiration from his forehead and quickly provided comfort.

Broken River offered no retort. Such a scenario was conceivable, yet the Snake people could no longer be deemed uninvolved.

Yang Chen inquired with astonishment, "What manner of folk are the Snake people?"

"They represent merely one among numerous offshoots of our human race, bearing a hybrid form that's part serpent and part human. Countless such mixtures exist, like those half-fish and half-human or half-equine and half-human. These entities qualify as partial humans at best, barred from core society, yet their faint human lineage allows them to share our cosmic realm." Broken River clarified.

Yang Chen gave a nod of understanding. The human race indeed branched into diverse lineages. For instance, the Southern Realm hosted the Divine Maiden Clan, and across the immense Universe Starry Sky, the presence of various human subgroups seemed entirely expected.

"Incidentally, I've caught wind that individuals from the Grand Abyss Palace have surfaced within this Nine Dragons World. Is that accurate?" Madame Autumn Plum questioned.

"Indeed. The Grand Abyss Palace dispatched two contingents to my Blackstone Ancient Castle to probe the matter of the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag..." Willow Feng responded hesitantly.

"What did you just say?" Dao Guangwang pressed.

"I couldn't conceal the facts, so I revealed everything. Presently, those two squads from the Grand Abyss Palace have set off toward the Desolate Snake Desert!" Willow Feng declared.

"You betrayer! We at Heavenly Melody Mountain have cultivated your Blackstone Ancient Castle with such diligence, and yet you assist the Grand Abyss Palace in pursuing the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag?" Dao Guangwang lambasted.

Broken River raised his hand and stated, "Brother Daoguang, compose yourself. The Grand Abyss Palace's desire to meddle in this isn't his doing. Willow Feng had little option but to disclose the information."

Willow Feng exhaled in relief, thankful for Broken River's modicum of rationality.

Only then did Dao Guangwang grumble and demand, "Fine, precisely who comprises the Grand Abyss Palace contingent? Speak up."

Willow Feng hesitated to omit details and recounted thoroughly, "The Grand Abyss Palace is headed by King Ming Cheng in person, accompanied by a full dozen Sky Separation Realm experts!"

"What?!" Dao Guangwang's features twisted in alarm. "King Ming Cheng leads them himself?"

"It's the Ming Cheng King!" Madame Autumn Plum's complexion drained of color, her demeanor shifting at the mention of King Ming Cheng.

Broken River shook his head too, "King Ming Cheng aside, the aggregate of twelve Sky Separation Realm experts poses a concern. Without linking up with Junior Sister Yue Fu, we'll hold the shorter end in vying for the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag."

"Who exactly is King Ming Cheng?" Yang Chen queried in confusion.

Broken River inwardly winced with a wry smile; Yang Chen truly lacked knowledge on the subject.

Were it not for Yang Chen's affiliation with the Divine Night Sect, he might have skipped the explanation altogether. As matters stood, he proceeded, "King Ming Cheng stands as a renowned Sky Separation Realm powerhouse from the Grand Abyss Palace. His cultivation has advanced to the late phase of the Sky Separation Realm. Moreover, he serves as a prime disciple under the Daoist Ancestor Expert, Fu Tiandi. Regarding Sky Separation Realm prowess, he ranks among the elite, surpassing even me to some degree."

Broken River concluded with a rueful headshake and faint smile.

Yang Chen grasped the situation at last. Meanwhile, Dao Guangwang and Madame Autumn Plum released deep sighs, as though confronting a formidable challenge.

After a moment, Broken River announced, "Very well, we'll pause here for recovery. In a few days' time, we'll proceed to the Desolate Snake Desert."

Hearing the visitors intended a brief respite, Willow Feng rose promptly and orchestrated preparations, instructing his underlings to serve the four arrivals with utmost reverence, akin to venerating forebears.

In this manner, Yang Chen and his companions temporarily resided at the location.

Once accommodated, the quartet conferred on the impending journey to the Desolate Snake Desert.

Nevertheless, prior to departure, they resolved to inspect the heart of the Lingtian Array.

Yang Chen opted not to join. His familiarity with the Lingtian Array was limited, and attendance would yield no insights into its mysteries. He entrusted the task to Broken River and the rest.

As for himself, he remained within the Blackstone Ancient Castle, harboring alternative intentions.

Yang Chen engaged in cultivation across several days.

During this period, Yang Chen grew ever more convinced of a particular truth.

And on this day, he abruptly parted his eyelids.

"Without question..."

Yang Chen appeared to have verified a certainty, his countenance turning profoundly grave.