The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3236: 3231: The Bizarre Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower_1

“No evidence?” Broken River stared in shock.

King Ming Cheng’s face shifted abruptly, since this detail had escaped his knowledge too. Just like Broken River and Yang Chen, he had picked up the story from Willow Feng before rushing over here.

Wind Emperor let out a heavy sigh: “Yes, none of us can trace the source of this tale, yet it spread that the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag ended up hidden within the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.”

“Haven’t you checked inside the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower to verify?” King Ming Cheng inquired.

Helplessly, Wind Emperor shook his head at the question.

The Crown Prince then added: “King Ming Cheng, perhaps you’re unaware, but this Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower was forged by one of our snake ancestors who attained the world life stage within the Heaven-appointed realm. It holds the vital essence from that mighty figure’s existence. Following the great one’s death, legends claim their remains descended to the tower’s peak. Still, climbing to that summit proves extraordinarily tough.”

“Tough? Just how tough?” Dao Guangwang pressed.

Crown Prince Mo Dao clarified: “To start, entering the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower demands Boundaryless Cultivation. Even then, accessing the initial three levels remains an impossible feat. The structure boasts ten levels altogether. With those in the Heaven-appointed realm barred from entry, individuals like us bearing Sky Separation Realm Cultivation stand the best chance of scaling to the top.”

“So, your royal family hasn’t managed to probe the tower’s summit all these years?” King Ming Cheng questioned.

“Exactly, ever since our snake ancestor perished millions of years back, countless Sky Separation Realm powerhouses from our kind have attempted it, yet the farthest they’ve gone is the ninth level. No one has touched the pinnacle of the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower,” Mo Dao breathed out in frustration.

“Millions of years without success? That intense? Then how could that shadowy figure stash the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag atop the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower?” Madame Autumn Plum wondered, her features twisted in bewilderment.

“That remains a mystery to us, but this old fellow believes most of it stems from hearsay. Sure, that thief might have wielded immense divine might to snatch the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, but claiming they slipped it onto the tower’s top without a trace strikes me as ridiculous,” Wind Emperor denied with a shake of his head.

“Does your royal family possess any further hints regarding the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag’s location?” King Ming Cheng probed.

Wind Emperor shook his head once more: “Concerning the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, it stayed in the grasp of Blackstone Ancient Castle. My reach falls short, leaving me in the dark on such matters.”

At these words, the group from Grand Abyss Palace grew quiet.

Broken River, Yang Chen, and Dao Guangwang shared knowing looks among themselves.

Though they held their tongues, Wind Emperor’s words sparked certain notions in their minds.

“I see. Then we’ll postpone talks on the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag for now. We’ll remain here meanwhile, and Brother Wind Emperor, please thoroughly probe the trail of my Junior Sister Moon Orchid,” Broken River stated.

Wind Emperor promptly cupped his hands: “Of course, of course. Mo Dao, make swift preparations for Master Gu and his companions.”

“We’ll linger here too, and handle business later,” King Ming Cheng declared as well.

“Old Eight, set up quarters right away for King Ming Cheng and his group,” Wind Emperor ordered without delay.

Soon enough, both factions took up residence in the Snake People Royal Family’s domain.

The snake folk, naturally, offered their finest lodgings.

Yang Chen and his allies paid little mind to the quarters. Once settled, they promptly erected a Formation to block any spying ears from catching their words.

With the four now gathered, their discussion inevitably turned to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower.

“What are your views on this Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower and the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag?” Broken River inquired calmly.

Madame Autumn Plum responded: “I suspect the thief who swiped the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag and supposedly tucked it into the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower did so to mislead us, and it’s probably false. Their motive likely involves drawing us to the tower’s peak, where something benefits them once we arrive.”

“Perhaps this culprit nabbed the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag and leaked false stories just to mock us? In truth, they might have grabbed the flag ages ago and vanished?” Dao Guangwang proposed.

“That could hold water, yet it fails to account for Junior Sister Moon Orchid’s fate. Her misfortune ties directly to the flag’s thief. I believe the one who took the flag connects to the attacker on the Snake people,” Broken River mused, rubbing his chin.

Madame Autumn Plum and Dao Guangwang nodded in agreement at his words.

Broken River eyed Yang Chen, tempted to seek his opinion, but ultimately saw no value in it and let it drop: “This confirms the thief’s aim to pull us toward the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower, with Junior Sister Moon Orchid struck down en route to it.”

“How do we proceed?” Madame Autumn Plum questioned.

“The key challenge rests in heading to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. We need utmost vigilance on that path. Regardless of the thief’s scheme or the tower’s secrets, we must venture inside; skipping it leaves us without leads. I wager King Ming Cheng’s crew shares this view,” Broken River explained.

“Brother Gu speaks true. Whatever the thief’s intent behind seizing the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, it all hinges on the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower. We’ve no choice but to explore it firsthand. Though the tower appears daunting,” Madame Autumn Plum agreed.

Broken River placed his hands behind his back: “Come the moment, we’ll discover who claims the lead. Hmph, ignore the snake folk’s claims; their failures over the years don’t spell doom for our methods.”

“Indeed, that’s the spirit,” Madame Autumn Plum replied, hiding a smile behind her hand.

Yang Chen stayed silent throughout, overlooked as if absent. Yet he minded not; his sole aim was grasping the full picture.

Broken River’s breakdown rang spot-on. All roads led to the Heavenly Crystal Snake Spirit Tower now, and uncovering the truth required their direct visit.

“Wait, sounds like activity outside—snake people, maybe,” Dao Guangwang noted.

“What’s happening? Let’s step out and check.” Broken River flicked his sleeves, dismantled the soundproofing Formation, and headed out.

Upon exiting, they spotted Crown Prince Mo Dao escorting a handful of alluring Snake People Servant Girls. Their serpentine forms swayed seductively, radiating allure.