Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

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Aolie's level was a 66th-level Golden BOSS, yet, the Dharma Treasures on him were not particularly numerous. This Jadeite Crown, in the end, was a Legendary Level Equipment of level 60, with indeed very nice attributes.

Although Aolie did not particularly like the color of this green hat, the effect it provided, after thoroughly feeling its benefits, made him happily accept it.

After putting on this hat, his Defense Ability greatly increased, and, moreover, it had the effect of warding off others' attacks.

How could Aolie refuse such a treasure that could directly enhance his own strength?

Walking leisurely forward, with the Golden Haze Crown, Jiang Liu's speed in clearing dungeons became even faster.

Thus, after approximately half a month's journey, in just this short time, Jiang Liu had gained a whole 30 million Experience Points.

Moreover, he had also obtained quite a few good pieces of Equipment; Jiang Liu had successfully assembled a complete set for Aolie.

Half a month of cultivation, 30 million Experience Points, Jiang Liu was quite satisfied with the speed of this gain.

Only, looking at his character panel, he saw that reaching level 56 required a full 90 million Experience Points.

It seemed, with such cultivation, would he need roughly another month's time?

"The weather seems to be getting hotter indeed!"

After finishing another dungeon, Jiang Liu sat back onto the White Dragon Horse to rest, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and glancing at the scorching sun in the sky, he remarked.

"Master, it's already June now, naturally, the weather is getting hotter!" Zhu Bajie responded to Jiang Liu's remark, his words punctuated by the continuous wiping of sweat from his forehead with his sleeve.

Clearly, for the rotund Zhu Bajie, the rising temperatures were even more unbearable.

"Has it truly been two full years since I came into the world of Journey to the West?!" Hearing Zhu Bajie's words, Jiang Liu couldn't help but feel a bit of nostalgia and emotion.

Jiang Liu still remembered when he first arrived in the world of Journey to the West, it was also summer. He had been staying at Jinshan Temple then, where the gray and white monk's robe could be casually wrung out at night, and it would be near-dry by the next day.

"I wonder how Faming, and my brothers Xuanwu, Xuankong, and Xuanming are doing..."

Thinking of Jinshan Temple, Jiang Liu inevitably thought of the people there, feeling somewhat concerned.

However, considering that he had left Jinshan Temple with the existence of the twelve Scar of Precepts, he thought that Jinshan Temple must be quite famous in the Great Tang by now.

Along with the Bodhi Verse he left inscribed on the temple walls, their situation should be quite good indeed.

Just as Jiang Liu was internally reflecting on his two years in the world of Journey to the West, suddenly, a white cloud appeared in the sky, drifting towards them.

Atop the cloud stood a white-haired elder, who also held a horsetail whisk in hand, exuding an aura of a sage.

"Holy Monk, Great Saint, Marshal, General Juanlian..." The elder, with his cheerful disposition, greeted each member of Jiang Liu's group upon his descent.

"Who could this be? Ah, it's The Golden Star of Venus. What brings you here, you old man, without a cause?" Seeing the elder descend, Sun Wukong spoke out.

"The Golden Star of Venus?" Gazing at the elder before him, Jiang Liu felt a slight stir in his heart.

The Golden Star of Venus is quite a significant figure in Journey to the West, and Jiang Liu did not expect that he would suddenly appear.

"I have come for Fairy Zixia!" With a beaming smile, The Golden Star of Venus spoke, turning his gaze to Fairy Zixia standing nearby.

"You've come for Zixia?" Hearing the words of The Golden Star of Venus, Sun Wukong quickly moved sideways, shielding Fairy Zixia, and demanded, "Old Venus, spill it out. What's your purpose in looking for Zixia?"

"Great Saint, Superior Immortal Leizhen himself has addressed the Jade Emperor and Empress, calling off the engagement. Hence, the Empress has asked Fairy Zixia to return to clarify things clearly," The Golden Star of Venus said in response to Sun Wukong.

"Is it really just this? There's no other implication?" Sun Wukong looked at The Golden Star of Venus skeptically.

"It really is just this!" Nodding affirmatively, The Golden Star of Venus replied.

Sun Wukong did not say anything, but his expression carried a hint of hesitance; of course, there was also disbelief.

"Great Saint, do you still not trust me?" Seeing the doubt in Sun Wukong's eyes, The Golden Star of Venus said somewhat helplessly.

"Trust you, my foot, you old trickster!"

Displeased with The Golden Star of Venus's words, Sun Wukong rolled his eyes at him and countered, "What did you say when you went to persuade I, Old Sun, on behalf of the Jade Emperor back in the day? To ascend to heaven and be granted an official post, but what was the result? All you gave I, Old Sun, was a mere Stable Attendant. Do you think I, Old Sun, would still trust you?"

"Uh, this, that..." Sun Wukong's retort left The Golden Star of Venus's face colored with embarrassment.

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He wanted to argue a few words, but he was at a loss for words; there was no denying that what Sun Wukong said was true.

"If the Great Saint doesn't feel at ease, you might as well accompany us to the Lingxiao Hall..." Rendered speechless by Sun Wukong's retort and after a moment of silence, The Golden Star of Venus spoke.

"Hmph, indeed, I, Old Sun, must make a trip to the Heavenly Court!" He nodded in agreement, and Sun Wukong actually accepted the suggestion.

While speaking, Sun Wukong turned his head and looked at Jiang Liu.

Understanding Sun Wukong's intent, Jiang Liu nodded and said, "Well then, Wukong, you accompany Fairy Zixia on this journey."

"Certainly, Master!" On receiving Jiang Liu's instructions, Sun Wukong nodded and then turned to look at Fairy Zixia.
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Though Zixia was reluctant to return to the Heavenly Court, she felt very reassured having Sun Wukong accompany her.

After a brief discussion, Zixia, Sun Wukong, and The Golden Star of Venus, among others, set off toward the Heavenly Court.

In Lingxiao Hall, indeed, many people were present, and Master Leizhen was among them.

Seeing Fairy Zixia, Master Leizhen's eyes lit up.

However, seeing her with Sun Wukong and even taking the initiative to hold his hand, Master Leizhen's expression turned somewhat gloomy.

In truth, Master Leizhen really did have feelings for Zixia!

"Jade Emperor Old Man, Zixia and I have arrived!" With no hint of respect in his tone, Sun Wukong entered the Lingxiao Hall and called out to the Jade Emperor directly.

"You rascal monkey, having spent some time by Xuanzang's side, you still have no sense of propriety!" The Jade Emperor said, shaking his head in response to Sun Wukong's address.

Of course, accustomed to Sun Wukong's manner, the Jade Emperor showed no sign of anger, saying, "This time, we've called Zixia here mainly to clarify that she had initially been pledged to Master Leizhen by both Empress and myself, but today, Master Leizhen has come to annul the marriage agreement!"

"You man of your word, you really keep your promises, that's manly!" Sun Wukong said to Master Leizhen, after the Jade Emperor had spoken.

Sun Wukong was very straightforward; he respected anyone with strength and a sense of loyalty and duty, whether an ally or a past enemy.

"Hmph..." Master Leizhen, however, just snorted at Sun Wukong's words and ignored him.

Sun Wukong quite admired Master Leizhen, but Master Leizhen regarded him as a love rival, so it was no surprise he was not in the mood to show a pleasant face.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, thank you, Empress..." Finally freed from her betrothal to Master Leizhen, Fairy Zixia also spoke.

In the midst of speaking, she glanced at Master Leizhen and, after a moment of hesitation, nodded to him and said, "Thank you, Superior Immortal Leizhen!"

"Zixia, you needn't thank me; I blame my own lack of ability for losing to this damn monkey. Otherwise, I wouldn't have renounced the marriage!" Master Leizhen said after hearing Zixia's words of thanks, shaking his head with some reluctance.

"Besides, aside from clarifying issues surrounding the marriage, there is another matter..." The Jade Emperor continued after the marriage topic was settled.

"Hmph, Old White, I knew it wouldn't be so simple!"

Hearing the Jade Emperor mention another matter, Sun Wukong bared his teeth and said irritably to The Golden Star of Venus, feeling once again deceived by him.

"You rascal monkey, stop your clamor, this matter does not concern you!" The Jade Emperor said sharply to Sun Wukong before turning his gaze to Zixia, "Now that the marriage agreement is annulled, you should return to your post in the Heavenly Court."

"Indeed, your name will be recorded in the Immortal Register once more, and the responsibilities of the Glycyrrhiza Garden will still be entrusted to you..." the Empress added, following the Jade Emperor's words.

"This..." However, Fairy Zixia seemed hesitant upon hearing the Empress's words.

"Fairy Zixia, won't you express your gratitude!?" Seeing Zixia hesitate, Fairy He, one of the Eight Immortals of Lingxiao Hall, couldn't help but speak up to urge her.

"Your Highness, please permit me..."

After a brief silence, Zixia did not show any evil intention but rather bit her lip and said, "Actually, during these days I've spent traveling West with Wukong and the others, I have found the atmosphere congenial. Therefore, I do not wish to return to the Heavenly Court yet..."

"Absurd!"

Hearing Zixia's words, the Empress could not refrain from voicing her objection, "Wukong and his company have now entered the Buddhist Sect, and you, a woman, mingling with these Buddhists every day, what kind of propriety is that!?"

"Jade Emperor, Empress, if Zixia doesn't wish to take up official duties, why not let her have her way?" Sun Wukong said, hearing the Empress's words.

Naturally, Sun Wukong stood firmly on Zixia's side.