Rebirth in Journey to the West: Sun Wukong-Chapter 553 - Shadow Demon Jue Ying (3rd Update)
Chapter 553 -553: Shadow Demon Jue Ying (3rd Update!)
Chapter 553 -553: Shadow Demon Jue Ying (3rd Update!)
(PS: Another chapter will follow a bit later.)
“Although the Netherworld has indeed become independent, it’s not difficult for the Heavenly Court and the Buddhist Sect to bribe a couple of Underworld Officials! As the saying goes, ‘If the name is not correct, then the words will not ring true.’ I’m afraid the matter of seeking scriptures must still fall on the shoulders of Emperor Taizong of Tang.”
Venerable Guanyin pondered.
“Hmm, there is reason in what you say!”
After a moment of contemplation, both Sun Wukong and Leng Xuan felt there was merit in Venerable Guanyin’s words. Sun Wukong’s eyes flickered before he turned to Guanyin, “Guanyin, I’m afraid we will need to trouble you to take action secretly to facilitate this matter. At the same time, make our Flower-Fruit Mountain Demon Cult known to Emperor Taizong of Tang. This will be extremely beneficial for us to expand our followers in the Great Tang of the Eastern Land later on!”
“Alright, I will go and handle this at once!”
Venerable Guanyin nodded. Although she had left the Buddhist Sect to join the Flower-Fruit Mountain Demon Cult, her prestige among the common people had not diminished at all. In fact, it was even higher than that of Sun Wukong. With her involvement, it should suffice to facilitate the Journey to the West to Seek Scriptures and lay an early foundation for the Flower-Fruit Mountain Demon Cult!
The subsequent developments unfolded much like in past lives. The Jingle River Dragon King violated the Heavenly Rule and sought Emperor Taizong of Tang’s rescue to no avail, harboring resentment which led to his soul being claimed by the Dragon Soul. After being saved, he was enlightened by Venerable Guanyin and the Boundless Life Buddha in succession and found Jiang Liu’er. He urged Jiang to set out to Western Heaven Spiritual Mountain in the identity of Emperor Taizong’s royal brother, Xuanzang, to seek the Mahayana Buddhist Scriptures.
However, this time Venerable Guanyin also took the opportunity to recommend the Flower-Fruit Mountain Demon Cult, officially bringing the cult to the attention of the Great Tang’s upper echelons, and they gained the right to construct temples and spread the doctrines all over the place.
Very soon, Jiang Liu’er set out on the westward journey with two attendants sent by Emperor Taizong of Tang.
Without even leaving the borders of the Eastern Land, the two attendants were scared off by wild wolves and tigers, fleeing in a panic. Jiang Liu’er sneered inwardly, continuing on his journey alone until he reached the domain of Five Elements Mountain.
In the past, there was also Five Elements Mountain, but Sun Wukong was no longer suppressed under Mount Wuzhi, and Five Elements Mountain became the place where Yin and Yang Five Elements Qi was most abundant, without any peaks resembling five fingers blocking the way.
The Through-Arm Ape Monkey, Yuan Hong, had been waiting at Five Elements Mountain following the decree from the Buddhist Sect. After meeting Jiang Liu’er and pretending to recognize each other for a while, they set out on the westward journey together.
Inside Water Curtain Cave Heaven on Flower-Fruit Mountain.
“Calculating the schedule, Jiang Liu’er and the others should have already reached Eagle Sorrow Stream. I wonder if Ao Lie, the White Dragon, will continue to carry Jiang Liu’er as the Dragon Horse?”
Sun Wukong was somewhat concerned and, after giving a brief instruction to Leng Xuan and the others, he left Flower-Fruit Mountain and flew towards Eagle Sorrow Stream on a cloud.
Upon reaching Eagle Sorrow Stream, Sun Wukong saw from afar a fierce battle between the Through-Arm Ape Monkey, Yuan Hong, and the White Dragon, Ao Lie. Although Ao Lie had practiced the Dragon God Art, his foundation was too shallow compared to Yuan Hong, and he was quickly subdued. After confessing that he was awaiting the arrival of Xuanzang on the orders of the Boundless Life Buddha, Ao Lie subtly indicated to Yuan Hong that they were on the same side. After a covert exchange, the two quickly became familiar with each other, realizing they were fellows on the same path, and would need to support one another in the future.
“These two guys are getting to know each other rather quickly!”
Sun Wukong stood above the clouds, watching the scene at Eagle Sorrow Stream, and couldn’t help but shake his head and chuckle lightly. It seemed that events were unfolding along their intended paths. Next up would be Zhu Wuneng and Sha Wujing. Aside from his own absence from the scripture-seeking journey, there was almost no change.
Of course, this time Sun Wukong would not allow Through-Arm Ape Monkey Yuan Hong and the others to kill all the Demon Clan members that block their way.
As he watched Jiang Liu’er mount the White Dragon Horse transformed by Ao Lie, the small White Dragon, and head westward under Through-Arm Ape Monkey Yuan Hong’s protection, Sun Wukong’s face suddenly turned cold. A flash of golden light glinted in his eyes as he looked toward the depths of Eagle Sorrow Gorge. With a wave of his hand, he sent out a fierce gust of wind and bellowed, “Who’s that sneaking and spying in the shadows? Come out to old Sun at once!”
Boom!
The rocks exploded, and a black-clad person with demonic patterns on his forehead and cheeks crawled out from the cliff face of Eagle Sorrow Gorge. Sun Wukong was taken aback at the sight; it was actually a member of the Demon Race!
“Purple patterns, green pupils, you must be from the Shadow Demon Clan within the Demon Race!”
Sun Wukong narrowed his eyes slightly. He had encountered members of the Shadow Demon Clan during his time in the Demonic Realm, all characterized by these unique demonic patterns and eye colors. The Shadow Demon before him was at the cultivation level of the Da Luo Golden Immortal Realm. The Shadow Demon Clan was naturally adept at concealment, making them the best scouts and assassins. Considering the circumstances, this one must have been hiding here for more than just today. What exactly was his purpose?
“Great Sage Equalling Heaven, indeed you have sharp eyes. I am Jue Ying of the Shadow Demon Clan and have seen the Great Sage,” said the Shadow Demon who was discovered and forced out by Sun Wukong. Unfazed, Jue Ying leaped into the air and, riding the clouds, arrived before Sun Wukong, giving him a salute customary among the Demon Race.
“Jue Ying? Nice name! Since you are a member of the Shadow Demon Clan, why are you here in the Three Realms? Hiding in this Eagle Sorrow Gorge, what do you intend to do?”
Upon sizing up Jue Ying, Sun Wukong thought that given Jue Ying’s cultivation level, it was natural that Ao Lie, the small White Dragon, would not have detected him concealing himself in Eagle Sorrow Gorge. But why would a member of the Demon Race suddenly appear in the Three Realms? Could it be that the passage between the Demonic Realm and the Three Realms had reopened? There were no disturbances at Flower-Fruit Mountain, though!
The normal connection between the Demonic Realm and the Three Realms had an entrance next to the Nine Dragons Gathering Stars Formation in Flower-Fruit Mountain, but it had long been desolate and disused. Sun Wukong had also experienced several setbacks before he managed to return to the Three Realms via Hell’s Yellow Springs from the Demonic Realm. Could it be that a new passage between the two realms had emerged?
“I am here to investigate the situation in the Three Realms under the Demon Ancestor’s orders,” Jue Ying replied respectfully. “The third Limitless Calamity has already begun, and the Demon Ancestor said this is the chance for our Demon Race to return to the Three Realms!”
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“Investigate the situation? Here in Eagle Sorrow Gorge?”
Sun Wukong’s eyes narrowed as he scrutinized Jue Ying, feeling skeptical about what he was saying, “What information could you possibly gather at a desolate place like Eagle Sorrow Gorge? Tell me, are you targeting Tang Seng?”
A flicker of panic crossed Jue Ying’s face. Indeed, he had come for Tang Seng, intending to capture Tang Seng and bring him back to the Demonic Realm. However, after witnessing the battle between Through-Arm Ape Monkey Yuan Hong and the small White Dragon Ao Lie, he was surprised by their strength and didn’t dare to act recklessly without assurance. To his surprise, Sun Wukong arrived at Eagle Sorrow Gorge at this juncture, catching him red-handed!
While inwardly cursing his luck, Jue Ying vehemently denied it on the surface, “Tang Seng? I don’t understand what you’re talking about, Great Sage! I am merely here to carry out the Demon Ancestor’s orders and scout the situation in the Three Realms. Since the Great Sage and the Demon Ancestor have a history, surely you wouldn’t blame me?”
“If you really were just scouting the situation in the Three Realms, old Sun wouldn’t blame you. But how old Sun sees it, you’re lying through your teeth!”
