The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3263 - 3258: Disciple Willow Stain_1

As King Ming Cheng departed, Broken River and his companions all exhaled deeply in relief.

Indeed, the overwhelming aura emanating from King Ming Cheng moments ago had burdened them immensely.

Yang Chen alone observed King Ming Cheng's exit with a faint smile curving his lips, confident in his wise decision.

Had King Ming Cheng launched an assault then, his lingering power could have easily slain these foes anew.

Yet King Ming Cheng retained his composure and recognized plainly that intervening would prove futile against him, potentially inviting ruin upon himself.

With the adversary gone, Yang Chen saw no reason to chase after King Ming Cheng. Though he harbored resentment toward the Grand Abyss Palace, his true animosity targeted the Spirit Separation Ancestor’s lineage more sharply.

Now that King Ming Cheng had vanished, Yang Chen passed the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag straight to Broken River and the rest. "Brother Gu, reposition this Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag within the Lingtian Array. The Nine Dragons World affair is now resolved."

"Many thanks to you, Brother Yang Chen, for your vital aid. Without your support, our venture into the Nine Dragons World might have ended in peril rather than triumph." Broken River took hold of the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag, his emotions surging deeply. He recalled Yang Chen’s key contributions and understood fully that without Yang Chen’s presence on this expedition, he alone would have struggled to accomplish anything substantial.

Yang Chen clasped his hands behind his back, his grin warm and friendly. "Brother Gu flatters me; having vowed to Senior Jueyi, I must give it my all."

"Hahaha, upon our return, we'll surely inform Senior Jueyi of Brother Yang Chen’s feats. For the moment, let's head back to the Blackstone Ancient Castle and handle the Lingtian Array," Broken River declared.

No one raised any dissent, and soon after concurring, they made their way back to the Blackstone Ancient Castle alongside Broken River.

Upon arriving at the Blackstone Ancient Castle, Willow Feng hurried forth to welcome them. Spotting so many of their Heaven-separated Realm powerhouses returning safely, he brimmed with astonishment and joyful tears.

He had feared the worst for his Blackstone Ancient Castle's Heaven-separated Realm experts, especially since even the formidable six from Heavenly Melody Mountain had vanished. The gap in prowess between his castle's experts and others was glaringly obvious.

That they survived at all signaled Blackstone Ancient Castle's chance to reclaim dominance over the Nine Dragons World. How could Willow Feng contain his elation?

Swiftly, Willow Feng organized a grand reception, yet the Heavenly Melody Mountain experts lacked the time for such festivities. Broken River and his group proceeded directly to the Lingtian Array, planting the Ancient Dragon Pattern Flag back into the Formation Eye.

Yang Chen chose not to join them, unfamiliar as he was with the Lingtian Array's intricacies.

He intended to take some time in the Blackstone Ancient Castle to recover and recharge.

But before he could settle into rest, Willow Feng arrived with Willow Stain and a cadre of Blackstone Ancient Castle's mighty Heaven-separated Realm warriors.

As they approached, Willow Feng displayed profound deference, lowering his head in a bow. "Sir Yang Chen, might we have the honor of an audience?"

Yang Chen grasped Willow Feng's intent immediately. He hadn't overlooked his pledge to instruct Willow Stain in the spear art.

Hearing this now, he replied coolly, "Should Willow Stain grasp the core of my One Gun, I'll honor my word. If not, Family Head Willow Feng need say no more—just depart."

Willow Feng showed no shock at these words, evidently having anticipated such a reception.

For an instant, Willow Feng himself marveled at the revelation. Drawing a steady breath, he announced, "Sir Yang Chen, my son... my son has grasped your One Gun."

At this, Yang Chen felt a mild jolt, murmuring a soft "Oh?" in evident surprise.

"Fascinating—he's comprehended it? Very well, let me witness it." Yang Chen stepped out from the chamber at last, his eyes settling on Willow Stain.

Seeing Yang Chen once more, Willow Stain's gaze held even deeper reverence and awe than previously.

He bowed promptly and declared, "Greetings, Senior Yang Chen. I also thank Senior Yang Chen for that day's generous guidance."

"If gratitude is your aim, prove it by displaying your mastery." Yang Chen kept his hands folded behind him.

"Stain, show it to Sir Yang Chen without delay!" Willow Feng urged, his excitement palpable.

He had once viewed Yang Chen as merely another Heaven-separated Realm cultivator, but the returning Blackstone Ancient Castle powerhouses' vivid accounts had left him utterly stunned.

The Blackstone Ancient Castle experts had painted Yang Chen's prowess as surpassing even the elite Heaven-separated Realm figures from Heavenly Melody Mountain.

This revelation shook Willow Feng to his core, forcing him to admit he'd sorely misjudged Yang Chen's capabilities.

Meanwhile, Willow Stain concentrated utterly, gripping a long spear firmly before thrusting it forward abruptly. Mimicking Yang Chen's original trajectory, it sliced through the air in a flash.

This thrust appeared unremarkable yet carried profound depth. As it clashed with the Blackstone Ancient Castle's defensive array, it stirred a subtle wave.

For Willow Stain's level of power, such an effect was nothing short of astounding.

Yang Chen observed the spear strike intently, his face shifting from solemn focus to eased approval, a satisfied smile emerging.

He'd assumed Willow Stain couldn't seize his Innate Unity so soon, yet he'd undervalued the youth's potential.

Though Willow Stain's innate cultivation aptitude might fall short of ideals, at the Heaven-separated Realm, raw talent mattered less than before.

What truly counted was an unyielding spirit and the bold drive to forge one's unique path.

Willow Stain had delved deeply into the spear art's profound essence, drilling it relentlessly until unlocking his Innate Unity. This proved his possession of that resilient will and path-seeking determination.

"Senior..." Willow Stain gazed at Yang Chen, anxiety etched in his features.

He believed he'd attained comprehension, but true validation rested with Yang Chen's verdict. His self-assessment alone wouldn't suffice.

Yang Chen instructed, "Willow Stain, describe your understanding of this spear."

"Senior, the essence of your spear lies in drawing in the surrounding Heaven and Earth Spirit Qi, merging it into the long spear, and unleashing it explosively. It took me ages to grasp this. I faltered at the merging step, and that's when enlightenment struck!" Willow Stain explained, his voice tense.

Yang Chen hesitated briefly, then erupted into booming laughter.

His chuckles resounded far and wide.

Once the mirth subsided, Broken River and the others had returned unnoticed, their faces alight with wonder. "Brother Yang Chen, what's got you in such high spirits?"

Broken River and his group descended, joining Yang Chen's side. Nearly every Heaven-separated Realm expert from Heavenly Melody Mountain now clustered there.

Curiosity gripped many as to what had sparked Yang Chen's evident delight.

Wearing an easy smile, Yang Chen turned to Willow Stain. "Willow Stain, with all these seniors present, no point delaying further. Take me as your master today. You've truly mastered my technique."

These words left Willow Stain rooted in place, the chill breeze doing nothing to rouse him from his daze.

"Stain, kneel and pay homage to your master at once!" Willow Feng bellowed.

Snapping alert, Willow Stain dropped to his knees and kowtowed thrice. "Disciple Willow Stain pays respects to Master!"