Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything
Chapter 855 - 855: Guanyin: Fortunately, I Underwent Demon Possession!

Zhenwu Hall!

As the place where Emperor Zhenwu, one of the Four Royals, resides, Zhenwu Hall is naturally grand and majestic.

However, compared to the other three, Emperor Zhenwu is not very keen on power. Naturally, the literary immortals and military generals under him are not many.

After all, to put it harshly, without an ambitious leader, there aren't many willing to follow.

Regarding this, Emperor Zhenwu doesn't mind. Therefore, compared to the palaces of the other three emperors, Zhenwu Hall appears much quieter.

After returning from Qinghua Palace, Emperor Zhenwu sat alone on his throne, clad in armor, with flickering eyes.

This time, after some negotiations between the Jade Emperor and Maitreya Buddha, four chances were obtained from Maitreya Buddha to arrange tribulations.

This means letting the people of the Heavenly Court set up the arrangements to gain the merit from the Journey to the West tribulation, but the actions would be taken by the Buddhists.

This is undoubtedly a great benefit to the Heavenly Court.

And these four opportunities to set up arrangements were generously given by the Jade Emperor to the Four Royals under his command.

Empress Qinghua was the first to take action. Unfortunately, although successful, she nearly lost her life, having her arm severed.

The purpose was achieved, but judging by the loss, it was a failure.

Emperor Zhenwu murmured to himself, for the next tribulation, let him take action and also find a chance to avenge Empress Qinghua, so that her heart could be put at ease.

"Great Emperor, Bodhisattva Zhenli from the Buddhist Sect requests an audience!"

At this moment, a divine general approached and spoke to Emperor Zhenwu.

"Let him in!" His thoughts interrupted, Emperor Zhenwu didn't show any anger but nodded calmly.

Soon, a middle-aged monk, robust and clad in a red kasaya, entered. His body surrounded by Buddhist light, he was undoubtedly of Bodhisattva rank.

"Greetings, Emperor Zhenwu!" The face of this Zhenli Bodhisattva didn't look good, but in the presence of Emperor Zhenwu, he managed to compose himself.

Just wanted to cry!

At this time, Zhenli Bodhisattva really had the feeling of wanting to cry!

The cooperation between the Four Bodhisattvas and the Four Royals had long been arranged to set up the tribulations together.

Bodhisattva of Vast Power collaborated with Empress Qinghua, while he was to work with Emperor Zhenwu.

Bodhisattva of Vast Power and Empress Qinghua were the first to take action, and it resulted in Empress Qinghua losing an arm and Bodhisattva of Vast Power perishing.

The previous incidents were right before him, giving Zhenli Bodhisattva a feeling of wanting to cry.

Emperor Zhenwu's strength was well-known in the Three Realms, but in this tribulation, would he be fine while he himself perished?

Thinking this, Zhenli Bodhisattva felt his future was bleak.

"Hmm, no need to be so formal!" Lifting his hand slightly, Emperor Zhenwu said.

"Thank you, Great Emperor!" Although filled with reluctance, Zhenli Bodhisattva didn't dare show it. He thanked, then stood straight.

And waited for Emperor Zhenwu to speak.

Without much ado, whatever plan Emperor Zhenwu had, he would directly arrange it for himself!

But after waiting for a long time without a word from Emperor Zhenwu, Zhenli Bodhisattva felt suspicious.

Then, he glanced at Emperor Zhenwu, who was sitting silently, not intending to speak.

After a moment of hesitation, Zhenli Bodhisattva finally spoke, "Dare I ask, Great Emperor, what's the plan for the upcoming tribulation? If there is one, please instruct!"

"Plan? My plan is to act first, discuss later!" Hearing Zhenli Bodhisattva's question, Emperor Zhenwu replied straightforwardly.

"Ah? Act first, discuss later?" Zhenli Bodhisattva was stunned, looking at Emperor Zhenwu with a strange expression, not quite understanding his intent.

Apparently, realizing something, Zhenli Bodhisattva's face fell, "Could it be? Great Emperor, you mean for me to directly attack the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team? This, this…"

Isn't this sending me to my death?

Zhenli Bodhisattva wanted to complain!

"No!"

But, to Zhenli Bodhisattva's words, Emperor Zhenwu shook his head, "I am not the kind to watch others die while hiding behind!"

His words paused, then he continued, "This time, I will personally descend to the lower realm. You will follow me as an attendant. Would you agree?"

"Ah!?" Hearing Emperor Zhenwu's words, Zhenli Bodhisattva's eyes widened, almost unable to believe his ears.

Originally, he thought he would face the danger while Emperor Zhenwu would remain behind to earn the merit.

But he's going personally? And he's just following as an attendant?

"What? You are unwilling?" Seeing Zhenli Bodhisattva stunned and speechless, Emperor Zhenwu asked.

"No, I am willing! I will follow the Great Emperor!" Regaining his composure, Zhenli Bodhisattva quickly responded.

"Very well, then let's choose a suitable time and descend to the lower realm!" Nodding, Emperor Zhenwu said.

...

Unlike Empress Qinghua who initially only schemed in the dark, Emperor Zhenwu was preparing to take action personally, which Jiang Liu was unaware of.

Recently, Jiang Liu's days were very peaceful, continuing westward on the pilgrimage, neither too fast nor too slow.

Every day, he would go on runs with Sun Wukong and accumulate more than a billion experience points, which was very motivating.

On the other side, in the Demon Realm, the Good Corpse had already reached the surroundings of the Great Nirvana Temple, hiding in the dark, monitoring Guanyin's every move.

If Empress Qinghua wanted to restore her injury, she would likely seek out Guanyin like Maitreya Buddha.

So, he just needed to wait here.

Of course, in the days of waiting, the Good Corpse didn't waste time, hunting monsters to level up, and gained a considerable number of experience points.

After waiting for seven or eight days, finally, the Good Corpse saw Empress Qinghua arrive.

The sky of the Demon Realm was usually dark and blood-red, much dimmer than the mortal world, and even darker at night.

But for the Good Corpse, who had cultivated to the Taiyi True Immortal level, the dark environment didn't affect his vision.

This night, the Good Corpse saw a figure quietly approaching the Great Nirvana Temple.

Like himself, this figure was wearing a dark green robe, hiding his appearance completely.

However, such a robe couldn't conceal his identity from the Good Corpse.

Opening his character panel, the gold-framed level 90 Green Emperor Sword was listed in the equipment slot.

This naturally proved his identity.

Despite losing an arm, Empress Qinghua was very confident in her abilities. After getting near the Great Nirvana Temple and using a little trick, she quickly caught Guanyin's attention.

Then, Empress Qinghua moved away into the distance from the Great Nirvana Temple.

Guanyin chased out from the Great Nirvana Temple, looking at a note in her hand.

The note contained a secret about Marshal Tianpeng intended for her.

After a moment of hesitation, Guanyin pursued.

Like a mantis stalking the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind.

Hidden in the dark, the Good Corpse followed silently, not seeking to get too close, just not being discovered, flying low.

Flying in the air, Empress Qinghua turned back and saw Guanyin following her, feeling reassured.

After flying two thousand miles, Empress Qinghua landed on a mountain in the Demon Realm.

Following Empress Qinghua, Guanyin also landed.

"Who are you?"

After landing, Guanyin's eyes fixed on Empress Qinghua, speaking.

Clad in a green robe, hiding his appearance completely, but able to stealthily deliver a note in the Great Nirvana Temple, not just anyone could do that.

"Guanyin, long time no see!" Since she intended to have Guanyin help restore her severed arm, Empress Qinghua naturally didn't hide her identity, greeting.

"You, you are…"

Though not revealing her true face, Guanyin recognized her voice.

Empress Qinghua gently lifted her hood, revealing her appearance.

"Greetings, Great Emperor!" Though now a demon, facing Empress Qinghua, Guanyin remained polite.

Recognizing Empress Qinghua, Guanyin realized.

Empress Qinghua is a famous figure in the Three Realms and Six Paths, one of the Four Royals under the Jade Emperor. Recently, she had a near-death encounter with the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team, causing a great stir.

Seeing Empress Qinghua seeking her, Guanyin understood.

She came for her severed arm.

While realizing this, Guanyin felt a secret sigh.

Unexpectedly, after some time, the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team had grown so strong, nearly killing Empress Qinghua.

Thinking of her past role overseeing the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team, she realized she had fallen to the Demon Path and came to the Demon Realm.

After her departure, Maitreya Buddha took over.

However, Maitreya Buddha was slain by someone, ultimately losing all memories and becoming Maitreya Buddha!

Seeing Maitreya Buddha's fate, then looking at Empress Qinghua, Guanyin felt a sense of relief.

Thank goodness I fell to the Demon Path?

Otherwise, I might have perished long ago?