Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong's fate-Chapter 63 - How Can You Not Be Moved by This
63: Chapter 63: How Can You Not Be Moved by This?
63 -63: How Can You Not Be Moved by This?
Sun Wukong gazed intently at the Tortoise Prime Minister before him, ready to kill him on the spot if he indicated any ulterior motive, and then flee with his monkeys and monkey descendants.
“No such thing, the Dragon King sent an invitation, wishing to form an alliance!”
The Tortoise Prime Minister spoke the truth.
Hearing this, Sun Wukong grew even more convinced that the Dragon King had no plans to scheme against him, and his gaze shifted to the Treasure Bead in the Prime Minister’s hand, emitting a five-colored divine light.
“And where did this bead come from?”
“It was bestowed by our Dragon King!”
Without a second thought, the Tortoise Prime Minister answered directly.
After several questions with no issues arising, Sun Wukong finally let go of the anxiety he had been holding onto.
If the Dragon King had not sent repeated invitations, Sun Wukong would not have cared.
But just as Marshal Ma Liu said, if the Dragon King kept inviting them, they, the monkeys, would not have peace.
Now that he knew the Dragon King had no hidden agenda, naturally, he could consider forming an alliance.
Sun Wukong waved his hand.
The previously muddled eyes of the Tortoise Prime Minister cleared once again.
“I pay my respects, Great King!”
Seeing the suddenly appearing Sun Wukong, the Tortoise Prime Minister was jolted, then shocked, and quickly bowed, but Sun Wukong stopped him halfway through the bow and helped him up.
“No need for such formality.
To think that the Prime Minister has come to see Old Sun so many times in vain.
Old Sun has just finished closed-door cultivation and saw the Prime Minister leaving, so I came after you.”
Sun Wukong said with a smile.
The Tortoise Prime Minister, initially unsure how to report back, now felt great joy upon hearing these words and no longer questioned what had just occurred.
“Would the Great King be willing to visit the East Sea as a guest?”
The Tortoise Prime Minister hurriedly asked, “Our Dragon King has been missing you greatly!”
Sun Wukong hesitated briefly.
Although not overconfident in his own strength, he knew even if something were to happen, he could still make an escape with the monkeys and monkey descendants.
It would be good to test the Dragon King’s intentions.
If they were truly plotting against him, he could simply leave.
If the Dragon King genuinely wanted to form an alliance, that would be a good thing, for it’s better to have more friends and fewer enemies.
“Of course, you have already come so many times.
Old Sun has just finished his cultivation; I can’t possibly snub the Old Dragon King’s face.”
After pondering, Sun Wukong nodded and spoke.
“Then let us be on our way!”
The Tortoise Prime Minister was overjoyed and hurriedly led the way.
Within the East Sea Dragon Palace.
The East Sea Dragon King, after hearing the report from the Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals, was taken aback and then joyfully said, “That monkey has finally come!”
“I understand, you may go.
Also, prepare a grand banquet to entertain the Monkey King!”
The East Sea Dragon King waved his hand and instructed.
“Yes, Your Majesty!”
The Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals, upon hearing the command, respectfully assented before turning to leave.
Ao Guang had thought that this time, like before, Sun Wukong would not emerge from his seclusion, but to his surprise, the monkey had actually come.
With surprise and delight, Ao Guang saw this as a chance to finally report to the two Bodhisattvas.
Just then, in the Crystal Palace, the Buddha’s light was dazzling.
Sunlight Bodhisattva and Moonlight Bodhisattva emerged.
“We pay our respects to the Bodhisattvas!”
“This time, has that monkey agreed to come?”
Having lost hope after consecutive rejections due to Sun Wukong’s seclusion, Sunlight Bodhisattva and Moonlight Bodhisattva thought he would never come out again.
How the Journey to the West was to proceed, they were at a loss.
“Reporting to the Bodhisattvas, the monkey is already accompanying the Tortoise Prime Minister here and should arrive in the Dragon Palace shortly!”
The East Sea Dragon King said respectfully.
“What?
That monkey has come?
Are you speaking the truth?”
Moonlight Bodhisattva, suddenly hearing this, could not contain the immense surprise and excitement in her heart.
“Of course it’s true!”
Ao Guang replied respectfully.
Although Sunlight Bodhisattva found it somewhat inconceivable, he quickly regained his composure.
“It seems that what I said was right!
That Macaque really was just selfishly cultivating in seclusion, and he came not long after he finished!”
“Brother, you truly have divine foresight!
Amitabha Buddha!”
Moonlight Bodhisattva brought his hands together in prayer, relieved that they could continue the Journey to the West.
“Alright, regarding the tasks ahead, do them well.
After everything is done, we certainly won’t forget the merit your Dragon Clan has contributed!”
Meanwhile, elsewhere.
“Summon the rest of the Three Sea Dragon Kings!”
The East Sea Dragon King commanded.
The Three Sea Dragon Kings soon arrived, and upon hearing that Sun Wukong had arrived, they couldn’t help but feel overjoyed.
As long as they could successfully let Sun Wukong take away the Sea-Calming Needle, they would be able to relieve the heavy burden in their hearts.
Shortly after, the Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals, along with the Clam Lady, quickly prepared countless fine wines and exquisite dishes.
“The Macaque has arrived!”
At that moment, they already sensed Sun Wukong’s presence and hurried out to greet him, with the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas wearing broad smiles on their faces.
Sun Wukong said with a smile, “You’re too kind, brothers, too kind!”
“Come, come, come, the feast is ready.
Great King, please take your seat!”
The East Sea Dragon King promptly led Sun Wukong inside.
Upon seeing the many fine wines and dishes, Sun Wukong’s face also showed delight.
“Drink, drink, drink!”
“…”
After three rounds of drinking.
Sun Wukong and the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas could not help but show signs of intoxication on their faces.
Seeing that the time was ripe,
The Four Seas Dragon Kings exchanged glances.
Only then did the East Sea Dragon King speak without revealing any change in tone, “It’s such a rare occasion that the Great King has visited my little dragon’s East Sea Dragon Palace.
How about letting this little dragon give the Great King a tour inside our Dragon Palace?”
“Indeed, it’s quite rare for the Great King to visit our Dragon Palace.
How could we four brothers not show due hospitality?
We must take the Great King to see the splendor of the Dragon Palace!”
The South Sea Dragon King also laughed and chimed in at this point.
“Exactly.
Inside the East Sea Dragon Palace, there are remnants left from the Primordial Continent.
The Great King could take a look; perhaps there are some opportunities waiting there!”
The North Sea Dragon King added.
Hearing the two dragons’ words, Sun Wukong also felt elated, a look of interest shining in his eyes.
Having confirmed that the Dragon King was not a problem, and having come here already, he naturally wanted to take a look around.
After all, he had never been to the Eastern Sea.
“In that case, Old Sun won’t be polite, thank you for your trouble!”
Sun Wukong said with a broad grin.
Hearing Sun Wukong’s words, the Four Seas Dragon Kings exchanged a look, all seeing the surprise in each other’s eyes.
Not only the Four Seas Dragon Kings, but even Sunlight Bodhisattva and Moonlight Bodhisattva, though they had already left, were still paying attention to this scene.
They were visibly happy at this moment.
The Macaque was finally about to enter the game.
They didn’t believe that once the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas took Sun Wukong to see the Sea-Calming Needle, Sun Wukong could remain indifferent.
Could remain unmoved?
One must know that although the Sea-Calming Needle was merely an anchoring peg left by Human Emperor Dayu, its power was not to be underestimated.
As a powerful being, upon seeing such a treasure, how could one not be tempted?
They just had to wait for Sun Wukong to pull out the Sea-Calming Needle, causing the waters of the Eastern Sea to overturn, and the monkey would not only bear the karma of countless lives, but the Celestial Court would have a reason to deal with him as well.
