NOVEL NEXT Chapter 533, Mall
The Judicial Temple was also in chaos, with assistant gods unaware of the internal situation, fearing that demons might be retaliating from the shadows.
Members of the Law Enforcement Team were all junior brothers dearly loved by Emperor Gouchen. If they suffered any loss, no one could afford the Emperor's fury, so some assistant gods hurriedly descended to the mortal world to look for Kong Xuan and Golden Peng, who were accompanying their daughters and nieces.
Some assistant gods went to seek the Medical God of the Heavenly Court for treatment.
Others hurriedly went to report to His Majesty.
As for Emperor Gouchen, whom they had always worried and talked about, he was lying all alone on a false mountain islet, deserted and pitiful without anyone visiting.
When Bai Jin regained consciousness, an unknown amount of time had already passed.
Bai Jin looked up blankly at the sky above, watching a swarm of mosquitoes buzzing around chaotically.
Footsteps approached, and a joyful voice exclaimed, "Senior brother, you're finally awake~"
Bai Jin slowly turned his head and saw Yun Xiao standing prettily at the doorstep, her face full of joy.
"Junior sister, how much time has passed!"
Yun Xiao walked in and gently said, "Not long, just over a year."
Bai Jin's eyes suddenly widened, his confusion vanished—over a year? How much? A year in the Heavenly Court was hundreds of years in the mortal world. The Westward Journey couldn't have started already, could it?
Bai Jin sat up abruptly, calculated for a moment, and sighed in relief—it had only just begun.
Bai Jin asked again, "Junior sister, how is the plan against Buddhism progressing?"
Yun Xiao hesitated and said awkwardly, "Senior brother, since the barbecue a year ago, we all returned vomiting incessantly, our Primordial Spirits plunged into chaos, so we haven't been able to implement any plans against Buddhism."
Bai Jin fell silent momentarily, then sighed, "This is the great power of Buddhism!
Did you all come out unharmed?"
"No, after waking up, we felt incredibly spirited without any discomfort."
Bai Jin pondered the past barbecue dinner; the only questionable thing was that faded elixir. Apologetically, he said, "It seems that I was the one who harmed you all. I didn't expect the elixir from Master to be problematic."
Yun Xiao confusedly replied, "The elixir was fine!"
"You don't need to comfort me. I shouldn't have given you such an unknown elixir to consume. Otherwise, this wouldn't have happened. Even Eldest Uncle has changed!"
Bai Jin sighed, "In the past, Eldest Uncle was so pure and simple, but now he's become capable of deception. The pure heart is no more!"
Yun Xiao smiled and spoke, "Senior brother, when we vomited and our Primordial Spirits fell into chaos, how could such a major event not alarm the Doushuai Temple? According to Kong Xuan, shortly after we fell into chaos,
Auntie took Eldest Uncle to the Bird's Nest to treat you, and Eldest Uncle said the elixir was effective. It cleansed the marrow and enhanced our root and bone—it's a good thing."
Bai Jin, astounded and puzzled, said, "But Golden Horn said it was to enhance comprehension?"
"Maybe it's a new elixir, and even Eldest Uncle didn't fully understand its effects."
"After waking up from the coma, I felt refreshed and relaxed. This elixir is extremely effective; what Eldest Uncle said must be true."
"So that's how it is, alas—only the side effects were a bit terrifying."
Yun Xiao earnestly said, "Being able to enhance comprehension and root and bone, this type of elixir is rare. If word spread, regardless of the price—even if it were a hundred times more severe—all the immortals of the Three Realms would fight bloody battles."
Bai Jin smiled and said, "It seems I misunderstood Eldest Uncle." He stood up and walked outside.
Yun Xiao asked, "Senior brother, where are you going?"
"First to the Doushuai Temple to thank Auntie."
Yun Xiao also revealed a smile, enjoying the good relationship between the senior brother and their Master.
Bai Jin took a few steps, then suddenly stopped and said, "Please ask Junior Sister to call Gu Liang and Shi Ji over. There are some matters we need to arrange quickly."
"Senior brother might have to wait a bit, they haven't awakened yet."
"No worries, I'll go see Master and his wife first."
Yun Xiao, following Bai Jin, also left the Bird's Nest and headed straight to the bank.
...
Half a day later, after a hearty meal, Bai Jin left the Doushuai Temple with a basket full of local specialties. Tu Shan Xiyu sent him all the way to the gate, her aged face smiling as if watching over a younger generation.
But Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad was expressionless behind her. This was like a robber entering one's house, eating and drinking their fill and even carrying things away.
Bai Jin waved his hand with a smile and said, "Master, auntie, no need to send me off. I'll visit you again next time."
Lord Lao Zi's facial muscles twitched twice, you're coming back again?
Tu Shan Xiyu smiled kindly, "No worries, come visit often! Auntie will cook something delicious for you."
"Thank you, auntie!" Bai Jin waved his hand as he walked, disappearing around the corner.
Lord Lao Zi coughed once and said, "Xi Yu, how about I take you out for a stroll?"
Tu Shan Xiyu, puzzled, said, "Why do you suddenly want to take me out?"
With a smile on his face, Lord Lao Zi said, "Since we got married, we haven't really enjoyed these beautiful mountains and rivers. Let's take advantage of this peaceful time and wander around the Five Lakes and Four Seas, enjoying our time as immortal lovers."
Tu Shan Xiyu smiled, reached out to hold Lord Lao Zi's hand and nodded slightly, "Okay! What about Golden Horn and Silver Horn? Should we bring them along?"
Lord Lao Zi said casually, "Send them all to the Lower Realm, so they won't be in our way."
Tu Shan Xiyu nodded in agreement, "They should indeed go down there to gain some experience."
Then, the couple, bringing nothing with them, slipped out of the Heavenly Court for their private world.
...
Inside the Bird's Nest, Bai Jin sat erect in the Artifact Refining Temple. In front of him, the Artifact Refining Furnace burned with vigorous Samadhi True Fire, forming small fire dragons dancing within.
Bai Jin waved his hand, and with a bang, the furnace lid flew open, and a thumb-sized round pearl flew out from the furnace towards him, hovering in front.
Bai Jin said, "Xiao Jin~"
"Here~ Master!" a clear voice responded.
"Add the sub-talisman~"
"At your command, Master. Starting to add the sub-talisman!"
Spiritual energy began to gather in the great hall, forming a completely black rune and merging into the pearl.
The pearl flickered with light, and the white pearl turned into a black pearl, engraved with array patterns.
Bai Jin revealed a smile and said, "Xiao Jin, open the mall!"
A virtual screen unfolded in front of him, displaying various icons such as daily necessities under the icon of bowls and chairs, clothing under an icon of clothes, makeup under an icon of cosmetics, and food under an icon of gourmet food, among others.
Bai Jin casually clicked on an icon, but inside it was completely empty.
He followed up by favoriting the icon and then swiped the screen; the previous screen instantly slid away, revealing a new one which also displayed various icons: Secret Realm Treasure Book, Divine Power, talismanic array, Magic Treasure for sale, Magic Treasure rental, etc.