Taibai Jinxing Heads to Flower-Fruit Mountain, Sun Wukong Returns to Lingxuan Dao Field!

"You mean that monkey altered the Netherworld Book, not the Book of Life and Death?"

The Jade Emperor narrowed his eyes, his tone chilling.

King Yama nodded. "It is absolutely true, Your Majesty. I would not dare to lie."

The Jade Emperor's lips twitched. He glanced down at the memorial King Yama had presented, flipped through it for a moment, and his expression gradually grew grim.

'Something's not right...'

The Jade Emperor frowned, his fingers unconsciously tapping on the jade desk as thoughts raced through his mind:

"This Sun Wukong first killed two Bodhisattvas from Spirit Mountain!"

"And now he's altered the Netherworld Book!"

"The trouble he's caused, the karma he's incurred, is even greater than what was arranged beforehand!"

"Is there some hidden scheme behind this, or is someone fanning the flames?"

Lightning flashed and thunder roared in the Jade Emperor's heart. He counted on his fingers, but the heavenly secrets were as chaotic as mist, impossible to discern.

"Which Saint made a move?"

"Brother Tongtian? Or Sister Nuwa?"

"Never mind, it doesn't matter. The greater the trouble this monkey causes, the more beneficial it is for the Great Tribulation of Journey to the West!"

His thoughts spinning rapidly, the Jade Emperor looked up again, his gaze sweeping across the hall.

At this moment, King Yama stood with his head bowed respectfully, but a cold sweat had already broken out on his forehead.

He knew better than anyone that although Sun Wukong's rampage in the Underworld was prearranged, altering the Netherworld Book was still a matter of great importance. If the Jade Emperor used it to punish him, he would have no grounds for defense.

Seeing the Jade Emperor remain silent for a long time, King Yama cautiously added in a low voice:

"Great Celestial Venerable, that monkey... not only altered the Netherworld Book, but he also demanded that our underworld become a subordinate to his Flower-Fruit Mountain, paying him tribute annually and supporting his million demon subordinates. This is clearly an act of rebellion... If this matter is not severely punished, there will be great disaster in the future!"

Upon hearing this, the Jade Emperor nodded slightly, his expression returning to its usual lofty majesty and calm.

"King Yama need not say more. I am already aware of this matter. You may return to the Underworld and guard the Netherworld Book, awaiting further orders."

King Yama let out a long sigh of relief and quickly bowed respectfully.

"Your subject obeys."

Watching King Yama retreat, the Jade Emperor surveyed the hall, his voice suddenly deepening and echoing throughout the Hall of Miraculous Mist.

"This demonic monkey is disrespectful, disrupted the Dragon Palace, forcibly took the Sea-Calming Divine Needle Iron, defied the Underworld, and even altered the Netherworld Book! His crimes are heinous and unforgivable by heavenly law. Does any of my esteemed officials wish to descend and capture this demonic monkey for me?"

As his voice fell, the hall fell into a deathly silence.

The immortals looked at each other, their heads bowed. In their sleeves, their clenched fists were almost slick with cold sweat.

Although that monkey had only recently attained enlightenment, he could casually kill two Great Unity Golden Immortal Bodhisattvas from Spirit Mountain. What ordinary immortal would dare to be the first to step forward?

After a long pause, the Jade Emperor's expression darkened, his voice laced with a hint of coldness.

"In this vast Heavenly Court, is there truly no one who can share my worries?"

At this moment, all the civil and military officials were struck dumb with fear, none daring to meet his gaze.

Just as the atmosphere reached its peak of tension, a flash of white light appeared. Taibai Jinxing emerged, stroking his beard. He walked at a moderate pace and announced loudly:

"Great Celestial Venerable, please calm your anger. Your subject believes that Sun Wukong was born from the stones used by Empress Nuwa to mend the heavens. Since he has attained enlightenment and become an immortal, why not bestow upon him the grace of recruitment? Issue an imperial decree to summon him to the Heavenly Court to serve. If he can be tamed, grant him official titles and noble ranks; if he remains obstinate, capture him on the spot. This would preserve our dignity without mobilizing a large army."

At these words, the gods in the hall secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

The Jade Emperor's eyes flickered. A smile of unknown meaning appeared on his face.

"Good! Taibai's words are excellent and align perfectly with my intentions."

He gently stroked the jade desk and announced loudly:

"Taibai Jinxing, I will trouble you to make this journey. Carry my decree to recruit the demonic monkey of Flower-Fruit Mountain. Remember, do not lose the dignity of the Heavenly Court."

"Your subject accepts the decree."

Star Lord Taibai bowed his head, received the decree, and then ascended on the clouds...

Eastern Continent of Divine Sands, Flower-Fruit Mountain.

Sun Wukong returned from the Underworld, having acquired many treasures. He was naturally overjoyed.

"I've gotten a lot of good stuff recently!"

"It's time to go back to the dojo and see Master!"

"I'll bring these treasures back to show my filial piety to Master. I'm sure Master will be happy!"

Sun Wukong muttered to himself, a smile appearing on his lips as Zhou Xuan's appearance and voice flashed in his mind.

"Heh heh, Master will be amazed when he sees how many good treasures Old Sun brought back!"

Sun Wukong slowly closed his eyes, silently reciting the incantation passed down by his sect. In an instant, the Great Dao energy of the Lingxuan Dao Field shot out a bright golden light, enveloping Sun Wukong.

This trace of Great Dao energy, when unleashed, can not only conceal heavenly secrets but also prevent Saints from perceiving them.

Similarly, by silently reciting the incantation, one can teleport back to the Lingxuan Dao Field in an instant.

Sun Wukong felt his body lighten, space and time folded, and in the next moment, with heaven and earth flipping and light and shadow intertwining, he had stepped into the Lingxuan Dao Field.

As soon as he landed, the familiar spiritual energy rushed towards him, seemingly three parts more potent than before.

Sun Wukong grinned, strode forward, passed through the great hall, and walked into the Dao Field.

From afar, the ancient willow tree that reached the heavens and the earth remained verdant and lush, its branches swaying with an endless flow of Dao charm.

However, the rattan rocking chair where his Master always reclined was now empty.

"Huh? Where did Master go?"

Sun Wukong scratched the back of his head, a look of confusion on his face. He scanned his surroundings for a moment but found no trace of him.

"Master, I'm back?"

"Master, are you there?"

"Master, Wukong brought you a gift!"

Sun Wukong called out as he walked.

This Lingxuan Dao Field appeared to float above the sea in the Western Ox Continent.

In reality, it was an endless small world opened up with great divine abilities.

To outsiders, it looked like a grain of dust or a drop of morning dew, but upon entering, it contained a universe within, vast and boundless.

"Master! Please don't tease Old Sun! Master, are you there?"

"Master, Old Sun is back!"

Sun Wukong cupped his hands around his mouth and shouted loudly, his voice shaking the Dao Field, the echoes layering upon each other and penetrating deep into the endless spiritual mist.

Suddenly, a flash of spiritual light flickered beneath Sun Wukong's feet. A gentle yet supremely majestic divine wind rose from the depths of the earth, transforming into an invisible vortex that swept Sun Wukong up.

"Huh?"

The monkey was startled. He tried to break free but found that the divine wind contained mysterious laws that sealed all his demonic power, rendering him immobile. He could only drift slowly with the wind.

Sun Wukong felt both surprised and awestruck:

"What power! I'm considered a Grand Unity Golden Immortal; who in the Three Realms would dare underestimate me? Yet, within this Lingxuan Dao Field, I can't even contend with a gentle breeze... Master is truly unfathomable!"

The divine wind flowed like water, soft yet irresistible, and soon brought Sun Wukong before Zhou Xuan.

In truth, the entire Lingxuan Dao Field was under Zhou Xuan's mental control. The moment Sun Wukong entered, Zhou Xuan had already sensed him.

However, at this moment, Zhou Xuan was practicing calligraphy on the Chaos Celestial River.

Sun Wukong stood quietly to the side, watching this scene, completely stunned!

"Is this the legendary Chaos Celestial River? Old Sun has only seen it in the memory inheritance of the Chaos Demon Ape!"

"Legend has it that this Chaos Celestial River contains infinite Dao charm and innate spiritual energy!"

"I heard Old Thief Hongjun only has a small pond's worth, which he cherishes like a treasure. I never expected Master to have such a vast river!"

"Did Master collect all the celestial river water from Chaos?"

"This is too terrifying!"

Sun Wukong muttered to himself, his heart filled with shock.

He had previously had a friendly exchange with the King of Hell and obtained some Water of the River of Forgetfulness from the Underworld to present to his Master. Compared to this Chaos Celestial River, his small amount of Water of the River of Forgetfulness was truly insignificant!

Sun Wukong felt a little dejected, but then he thought, Old Sun still has plenty of Dragon Meat. Master must not have eaten Dragon Meat before; it's perfect to present to Master!