Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything-Chapter 596: A Thousand Miles of Red Land
Ruyi Golden Cudgel (Epic Level): Required level 75, Attack Power +10500000, Soul Binding: Sun Wukong; Special Effect 1: Armor Penetration Strike, which makes the next attack ignore 50% of the opponent's defense, Cooldown Time 3600 seconds; Special Effect 2 (Twin Essence Oil): Can choose to convert all one's Attack Power into Defense Power, or all one's Defense Power into Attack Power, Cooldown Time 3600 seconds!
Looking at the new attribute information of the Ruyi Golden Cudgel, Jiang Liu's eyes widened.
This piece of Epic Level Weapon Enhancement Stone had truly transformed the Ruyi Golden Cudgel dramatically.
Firstly, the original level registration of the Ruyi Golden Cudgel was level 65, but now it had already changed to level 75, requiring a level increase of 10 levels.
Next, was the substantial increase in Attack Power added—originally just 2.8 million, now it had reached 10.5 million.
In terms of attributes, it had even surpassed Zhu Bajie's Supreme Treasure Golden Rake.
After all, his Rake's highest Attack Power addition was only 10 million.
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Moreover, this Strengthening Gem had even added a new special effect to the Golden Cudgel – an Armor Penetration Strike.
Ignoring 50% defense? Even though there's a one-hour cooldown time, this effect was simply terrifying.
Switching guns for cannons!
After strengthening, the attributes of the Golden Cudgel could truly be described as switching guns for cannons.
If Sun Wukong had been holding this Golden Cudgel during his fight with the Golden Hair Lion, even if he had three Defense Dharma Treasures, it would have been difficult to hold out until Bodhisattva came to the rescue, wouldn't it?
"Master, this, this Golden Cudgel seems a bit different!" Jiang Liu, both shocked and delighted, looked at the Golden Cudgel in his hand, while nearby, Sun Wukong was so anxious that he was scratching his ears and cheeks, unable to help speaking out.
"Alright, just feel it properly for yourself!" Seeing Sun Wukong's manner, Jiang Liu could guess what his mood was like, smiled, and then handed the Golden Cudgel back to Sun Wukong after strengthening it.
Taking the Golden Cudgel eagerly, he didn't even need to use it properly; merely holding it in his hand, Sun Wukong could feel its transformation, becoming completely different.
The power it contained now made Sun Wukong's eyes squint with joy.
The level 65 usage requirement, for the originally skillful Sun Wukong, made the Golden Cudgel quite handy, and the 2.8 million Attack Power addition was very strong.
However, a level 65 usage requirement, after all, was a weapon usable in the Heavenly Immortal Realm, and as Sun Wukong's cultivation level had risen to the Taiyi True Immortal level, the attributes of the Golden Cudgel seemed a bit inadequate.
It was just that Sun Wukong had never received a better weapon, plus he had grown attached to the Golden Cudgel, so he hadn't replaced it.
Now, Sun Wukong's cultivation level had already broken through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal level, making a weapon usable in the Heavenly Immortal Realm even more inadequate.
Now that he had obtained it after strengthening, Sun Wukong felt that the Golden Cudgel finally matched his cultivation level, and it was no longer inadequate.
The 2.8 million Attack Power addition had turned into 10.5 million, nearly quadrupling in strength, and there were new special effects...
After swinging the brand-new Golden Cudgel several times, Sun Wukong felt it was extremely handy.
"Thank you, Master, thank you, Master!" After swinging the Monkey Staff well, Sun Wukong jubilantly put away the Golden Cudgel, and at the same time, he nodded continuously in thanks to Jiang Liu.
He verbally repeated his thanks, indicating how delighted Sun Wukong really was now.
"Holy Monk, His Majesty summons you!"
In the side hall where Jiang Liu and Sun Wukong were staying, it wasn't long before a servant came over and spoke.
Leading the team on the Journey to the West for Scriptures, Jiang Liu once again arrived in the Royal Palace Grand Hall.
The King of Zhuzi Country, who had previously appeared morose, now sat on the throne looking refreshed and clear-headed, and the civilian and military officials in the grand hall greeted Jiang Liu one after another.
"Holy Monk, I have said that anyone who could rescue my Beloved Consort would be willing to share the kingdom with them! What are your thoughts?" Sitting on the throne, the King of Zhuzi Country spoke magnanimously to Jiang Liu.
"Amitabha, Your Majesty jests, this humble monk is about to journey to the Western Heaven to pay respects and seek scriptures. Passing through your esteemed country, how could I stay and share in ruling?" With palms pressed together, Jiang Liu shook his head as he spoke.
It sounded nice to be willing to share the kingdom, but if one really insisted on it, that would mean one was clueless about the unspoken rules.
It was just a manner of speaking by those in power to show their sincerity.
For instance, the Great Sage Equalling Heaven was nominally equal to the heavens, but in reality? Would the Great Jade Emperor really be willing to share his throne with Sun Wukong?
And the title of Co-emperor, though it appeared highly honorable and implied sitting on equal footing with the Emperor, who would really dare to touch the Dragon Throne?
"That being the case, may I ask if there is anything particular the Holy Monk desires? Ask for anything, and it shall be granted!" The King of Zhuzi Country, not surprised by Jiang Liu's response, continued speaking.
"I don't really desire anything; I just wanted to ask Your Majesty, are there any demons that need subduing by this poor monk, or is there anything else this monk can assist you with?" Jiang Liu shook his head in response to the King of Zhuzi Country's inquiry and asked.
If the king truly wished to express his gratitude, he should ask him for a few more favors, give him a few more tasks.
That way, he could openly stay, complete tasks, earn Experience Points, and justifiably linger for a while longer; that would be the greatest reward for him.
"The holy monk is truly compassionate, admirable indeed. However, the holy monk saved the princess for me without accepting any reward. I am already very guilty. How can I trouble the Monk with trivial matters again?" The King of Zhuzi Country shook his head, admiring and appreciating Jiang Liu as he spoke.
In the meantime, the King of Zhuzi Country waved to an attendant by his side.
An attendant, carrying a tray, approached Jiang Liu.
"Holy Monk, your travel permit plaque has already been stamped with the treasure seal. You can depart at any time, but of course, if you wish to stay and see more of the customs and culture of Zhuzi Country, you are also welcome!"
"Amitabha, since Your Majesty extends the invitation, this humble monk cannot decline!" With no tasks to trigger, but still indicating he could stay and wait, Jiang Liu was naturally not in a hurry to leave.
Afterwards, Jiang Liu lingered in Zhuzi Country for about half a month before bidding farewell to the king and continuing on his journey to the West for Scriptures.
Jiang Liu, sitting quietly on the back of White Dragon Horse, raised his hand and wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Back then, when he was in the Illusionary Demon Cave, Jiang Liu had spent the New Year in the cave and then continued his journey to the West for a long time.
As far as time was concerned, it was now June; indeed, the weather was getting hotter every day.
"Ah, so dull..." Sun Wukong, floating mid-air, also looked listless as he held his Ruyi Golden Cudgel.
Having received the enhanced Jingu Bang, Sun Wukong was itching each day to find a worthy opponent to fight, even the Golden Hair Lion with many tortoise shells would do.
Unfortunately, during these days, he hadn't encountered any opponent worthy of his attention, which especially bored Sun Wukong.
Those who play online games know, after acquiring new equipment, one always wants to kill a wave of monsters to feel the power of the new gear.
Sun Wukong had such a mindset, only, there were no opponents.
"Ah, it's so hot..." Zhu Bajie, carrying his Nine-Toothed Rake, also walked alongside, similarly wiping the sweat from his head with his wide sleeves and panting.
"Master, this weather seems a bit strange; it's getting hotter and hotter!" Sha Wujing, who had been silent beside them, finally spoke up to Jiang Liu.
"Eh? Although it's June and it should be hot, this heat seems unusually intense?" As Sha Wujing finished speaking, Jiang Liu's heart stirred, and he also reacted.
"Could it be? Another Flame Mountain!?" Sun Wukong also realized the weather conditions and perked up suddenly as he spoke.
In the past at Flame Mountain, they had encountered formidable adversaries like Demon Master Kunpeng.
If there was another place similar to Flame Mountain, could there be another formidable opponent?
Thinking so, Sun Wukong became eager.
"This increasing heat reminds me of two instances, one after leaving Gao Family Village and encountering Master Wuchao at Foutu Mountain, and the other was at Flame Mountain. Could there be another peculiar place?" Jiang Liu was also spirited and muttered to himself.
"Master, I, Old Sun will go ahead and scout!"
However, before Jiang Liu could speak, Sun Wukong had already flown into the air, saying as he turned into a streak of smoke and flew away.
"This monkey, always in such a hurry!" Seeing Sun Wukong's form, Jiang Liu shook his head with a slight chuckle.
He did not stop him; letting him scout ahead was not a bad idea.
After Sun Wukong flew away, Jiang Liu and his group continued their slow journey to the West. About half a day later, Sun Wukong returned.
"How is it? Wukong, did you find out what's going on?" Jiang Liu asked.
"I've found out, Master. Ahead there's truly a barren wasteland stretching for miles. I heard it hasn't rained in half a year, and the weather is getting hotter every day. Many people have gradually been fleeing, and this scorching heat has caused many to succumb to heat stroke and die!" Sun Wukong nodded, recounting what he had learned to Jiang Liu.
"A barren wasteland where it hasn't rained for half a year, and people are fleeing in succession, with many dying from the heat?"
Hearing the news Sun Wukong had brought, Jiang Liu's eyebrows slightly raised.
This scene seemed somewhat familiar.
Could it be? Had they already reached Fengxian County?
