Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

Upon hearing Kong Xuan ask about the whereabouts of Tang Monk's Flesh, the Leopard Demon's heart tightened slightly.

However, having already prepared an excuse, the Leopard Demon replied, "Ancestor, it's not that I'm unwilling to act, but rather that my cultivation level is too low, I'm no match. According to my investigation, that Master Xuanzang and his disciples are all at the Great Luo Golden Immortal cultivation level!"

The Leopard Demon kept his head down, looking as if he had done something wrong, but he felt that it was reasonable for his Taiyi True Immortal cultivation level to be unable to handle four Great Luo Golden Immortals. Surely, his ancestor should understand, right?

After all, whether or not he took action, it was impossible to obtain Tang Monk's Flesh anyway.

"I only asked you to make a move, not to investigate Tang Monk and his party's cultivation levels!" However, after a moment of silence, Kong Xuan spoke, his tone carrying a tinge of anger.

Kong Xuan's anger was genuine. Originally, he thought there wouldn't be any errors. When the time came, he would appear as a senior to the Leopard Demon to take revenge, and the calamity would be easily resolved, wouldn't it?

But unexpectedly, the Leopard Demon had already investigated and found that Xuanzang and his party were at the Great Luo Golden Immortal cultivation level.

"Ah!?"

The words of Kong Xuan made the Leopard Demon look up with a bewildered expression, unable to understand.

Tang Monk and his party being at the Great Luo Golden Immortal cultivation level meant that even if he took action, he wouldn't succeed. It might even alert them. Logically speaking, the ancestor shouldn't blame him, right?

But? Even knowing that it's unfeasible, the ancestor still wants him to do it?

"Do you think that by not daring to make a move against Xuanzang and his party, you can save your life?" With anger in his heart, Kong Xuan slowly raised his hand, a powerful aura gathering in his palm.

"Ancestor, it's not that I'm unwilling to act, but truly I don't have the strength. Please forgive me, Ancestor!" Seeing that Kong Xuan was truly angry, the Leopard Demon was extremely fearful and pleaded for mercy.

However, for Kong Xuan, a mere Demon Immortal at the Taiyi Realm was no different from an ant. If it displeased him, killing it was nothing.

With a casual wave of his raised hand, the Leopard Demon's figure instantly turned into countless ashes, drifting away.

"Indeed, it's not easy to create a calamity. Even the most foolproof plan can encounter unexpected events..." After easily erasing the Leopard Demon, Kong Xuan frowned tightly, muttering to himself.

This idea of creating a calamity failed. It seemed that he needed to find another way.

As for Kong Xuan's situation, let's put that aside for now. Jiang Liu and the others, having left Mist Hidden Mountain, continued their Journey to the West.

Every day, they cleared dungeons, and at night, they awakened the skill Dispel Curse. Life was very peaceful.

Just like that, seven or eight days passed in the blink of an eye. On this day, after finishing the final boss of the dungeon—Tathagata, Jiang Liu discovered that Sun Wukong's level had increased to level 87.

"Master, I feel that my cultivation level has risen to a higher level..." Sun Wukong, naturally, could also clearly feel his cultivation level increase, and he said to Jiang Liu with joy on his face.

"Very good, very good, Wukong, congratulations, you have now officially stepped into the Great Luo Golden Immortal Late Stage!" Hearing Sun Wukong's words, Jiang Liu was also happy for him and nodded in agreement.

The team on the Journey to the West for Scriptures, although all had Great Luo Golden Immortal cultivation levels, were mostly at the early stages, with only himself and Sun Wukong at level 86.

Now that Sun Wukong had reached level 87, he naturally counted as being in the Great Luo Late Stage.

Originally, he thought he had caught up to Sun Wukong's level, but unexpectedly, he was left behind by a level again.

"The Great Luo Golden Immortal Late Stage? I, Old Pig, must also strive harder!"

Zhu Bajie, standing nearby, knew he was at the Great Luo Golden Immortal Early Stage, but now that his elder brother had reached the Great Luo Golden Immortal Late Stage, he felt the gap was quite large and thought he should work harder.

"Second Brother, we've already cleared today's dungeon; do you want to take a break?" Sha Wujing, standing nearby, suddenly suggested upon hearing Zhu Bajie's words.

"Hahaha, since today's dungeon is done, let's have a good rest. Work and rest should be balanced, right?!" Zhu Bajie, who just said he should strive harder, laughed heartily and replied.

"Didn't you just say you wanted to work hard?" Though he had anticipated Zhu Bajie's reaction, Sha Wujing's face darkened upon hearing his reply.

"I didn't say I wouldn't work hard! Tomorrow, tomorrow I, Old Pig, will definitely strive to catch up with Monkey Brother!" Zhu Bajie nodded with determination.

Jiang Liu pursed his lips at Zhu Bajie's attitude.

This kind of mindset Zhu Bajie had, seemed to exist in many people in the previous world, and there was even a term for it: advanced laziness syndrome!

Jiang Liu and his companions continued their journey, living very calmly as they traveled.

On this particular day, after resting overnight at the Exquisite Immortal Mansion, Jiang Liu and his companions continued westward.

However, just as they set out, before they could take out the Map of Mountains and Rivers to clear dungeons, suddenly, a streak of light flashed across the sky at an incredible speed.

"What's that? Jiang Ziya!?" Although the speed was very fast, with Jiang Liu's Great Luo Golden Immortal level, he clearly saw the identity of the streak of light.

Jiang Ziya's appearance looked somewhat disheveled, seemingly in a state of fleeing for his life, which was what surprised Jiang Liu the most.

Despite Jiang Ziya's level being only 60, considered to be at the peak of the Returning Void Realm and not yet reaching the Heavenly Immortal level, he possessed the Apricot Yellow Flag with 1 billion defensive power, claimed to be unbreakable by Non-Saintly Power.

Who could possibly be chasing him?

Whizz! Just as Jiang Liu was secretly feeling surprised, suddenly another streak of light shot across the sky, chasing ahead faster than Jiang Ziya.

The figure chasing Jiang Ziya from behind was clad in a black robe, shrouding their original appearance, making it difficult to discern their features.

"Master, the figure that just flew past was Jiang Ziya!" Sun Wukong, knowing Jiang Liu's interest in Jiang Ziya, reminded Jiang Liu.

"Wukong, Xiaobai, let's catch up and take a look!" Jiang Liu was still contemplating bringing Jiang Ziya into his own ranks, and upon seeing Jiang Ziya being pursued, naturally, he wanted to go after them.

As Jiang Liu finished speaking, auspicious clouds emerged beneath the hooves of the White Dragon Horse, which immediately soared into the air.

Meanwhile, Sun Wukong also leaped, his speed surpassing that of the White Dragon Horse.

Sun Wukong's Somersault Cloud was already unmatched in the three realms, and having reached Great Luo Golden Immortal Late Stage, his speed had further increased.

Although the White Dragon Horse's overall strength could compete with Sun Wukong, its speed was still significantly slower.

However, the figure chasing Jiang Ziya ahead didn't seem to be very fast, so within just half a tea, Sun Wukong and Jiang Liu caught up with Jiang Ziya.

"Master Xuanzang, long time no see!" Seeing Jiang Liu and Sun Wukong approaching, a hint of joy appeared on Jiang Ziya's face.

Encountering two acquaintances while being pursued was naturally a delightful occasion.

The figure in black in front of Jiang Ziya glanced at Jiang Liu and Sun Wukong appearing, feeling slightly apprehensive.

Recently, besides Jiang Liu's reputation for compassion, the infamous deeds of the Xuanzang party had also spread throughout the three realms.

"Senior Jiang Ziya, long time no see!" Jiang Liu, appearing humble and polite, joined his palms and bowed slightly to Jiang Ziya.

"Master Xuanzang, this is a matter between us, unrelated to you. I hope you don't interfere..." The figure in black couldn't help but speak up, addressing Jiang Liu.

"Amitabha, the Bodhisattva's Journey to the West for scriptures aims to save all beings. How can one refuse aid to acquaintances like Senior Jiang Ziya, especially when strangers are willing to help?" Jiang Liu declared a Buddhist chant before responding to the figure in black.

"Hmph, does Old Sun need anyone's permission to intervene in matters?" Sun Wukong's attitude was more direct compared to Jiang Liu, snorting coldly and questioning.

"Character Profile!"

Despite showing willingness to intervene, Jiang Liu was still concerned about the figure in black's capabilities, considering they could pursue someone wielding the Apricot Yellow Flag. Therefore, he silently opened up the character's profile.

ID: Figure in Black (Blue).

Gender: Female.

Level: 83.

Profession: Immortal.

Equipment: Silver Phoenix Hairpin (Divine Level): Requires level 81, gender requirement: female, Attack Power +10 million, Special Effect: Armor Penetration Strike, upon activation, ignores 95% of the target's defense, Cooldown Time 300 seconds, never wears out

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Focusing mainly on the weapon in the character profile, Jiang Liu noted the weapon's attributes.

An 81-level divine weapon, only adding a mere 10 million Attack Power, isn't high.

However, the Armor Penetration Strike's special effect was frightening, ignoring 95% of defense?

The Apricot Yellow Flag's 1 billion defense being ignored by 95% means only 50 million defense remains?

For a Great Luo Golden Immortal, having several millions or even tens of millions of Attack Power with the equipment boost isn't exaggerated.

"No wonder even with the Apricot Yellow Flag, Jiang Ziya is injured!" Upon seeing the Silver Phoenix Hairpin's attributes, Jiang Liu realized.

Whizz!

Just as Jiang Liu opened and examined the character's profile, the figure in black, knowing Jiang Liu's prowess, wasted no words, and suddenly acted.

Silver Phoenix Hairpin shimmered with light, darting directly at Jiang Ziya, clearly intending to sneak attack and dispatch Jiang Ziya.