Heavenly Court Toyed with Me, So I Named Myself Equal to Heaven

Sun Wukong rode back to the Imperial Horse Administration and immediately returned to the Stable Master Office.

"Ah, I didn't know Wuqu Star Lord had arrived. I failed to welcome you properly," Sun Wukong's voice rang out from the doorway.

He wore a smile and clasped his hands in greeting, looking quite courteous.

Wuqu Star Lord rose to his feet, glared furiously at Sun Wukong, and began berating him without preamble.

"Stable Master, who gave you permission to pasture the Heavenly Horses?"

"Oh? As the Stable Master, I was ordered to watch over the Heavenly Horses. Why couldn't I pasture them?"

"Hmph! You neglected your duties and failed to perform your office. Let this Star Lord teach you a lesson."

With that, Wuqu Star Lord raised his whip and was about to lash Sun Wukong.

Just then, the Blessing and Protection Two Officials arrived and hurried forward to stop him.

"Star Lord, please do not take it to heart. Our lord is newly arrived and does not understand many of the rules."

"Hmph!" Wuqu Star Lord lowered his whip and turned his head aside.

"Stable Master, this Star Lord has received an imperial decree to travel on official business. Hurry and make the preparations."

"Preparations? Prepare what?" Sun Wukong looked utterly baffled.

The Blessing and Protection Two Officials hurried forward to explain. Sun Wukong understood and immediately ordered them to make the arrangements.

The Blessing and Protection Two Officials forced awkward smiles but remained where they stood.

"Hm? Stable Master, what are you still standing around for? Hurry up and go."

Sun Wukong bared his teeth at the Blessing and Protection Two Officials. "Why aren't you moving?"

"Th-this... my lord, we do not have the authority to release the horses."

"Bah, I grant you permission. Go on! Hurry!"

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