Wei Zheng, Why Aren't You Slaying the Dragon Yet?!

The Buddha Light, like a vast sea, surged forth, its shadowy forms appearing and disappearing within it. Each step created a lotus flower, yet as it approached Chang'an Town...

The Buddha Light, the sea, the human figures...

Everything vanished into thin air.

The townspeople looked at each other, bewildered, wondering what had happened.

Meanwhile, in a corner of the town.

Young men and women walked side by side down a deserted street. The street was quiet and deserted; the vendors and residents had long been driven out of town.

Even among the Celestial Person and Primordial Beings who occupy the town, very few come to this remote place.

"World Honored One?"

Lin Changle looked blankly at the boy beside her, who was no longer as handsome as Banished Immortal.

The World-Honored Tathagata some unknown time, transformed back into his true form as [Zhang Fusheng].

Zhang Fusheng did not answer Lin Changle's question, but simply reached out and gently pressed down.

'Buzz!'

Lin Changle seemed to hear the buzzing sound of countless fine threads being plucked simultaneously, but it also seemed to be just an illusion.

At the same time.

Ten days ago, Zhang Fusheng declared on the Other Shore Mountain that the World-Honored One was Zhang Fusheng himself. The numerous karmic consequences arising from this dissemination and whispering...

More than 90% of the cause and effect were suppressed at this moment.

Directly caused

Those below the Venerable One who originally knew that the World-Honored One was Zhang Fusheng no longer knew this matter.

"If I were to use the All Things Are Empty, I might be able to truly erase the consequences of this past. However, the cost might be far greater than I imagine."

"Even now, with my spirit Ascension to Divinity, my Saint Golden Body, and my status above the ancestor of mankind all gathered together, I still have to exhaust myself thousands upon thousands of times."

Zhang Fusheng's mind raced, and his understanding of the principles of Path of Karma deepened. In a sense,

I already have the ability to do some incredible things, producing results similar to interfering with time.

For example, at this moment, Zhang Fusheng forcibly severed the fruit of 'knowing that the World-Honored One is Zhang Fusheng '.

However, he did not intend to truly rewrite the outcome of this matter through the Path of Karma.

What Zhang Fusheng wanted was simply to see just how many deeply hidden individuals were in Chang'an Town —after all, there were Deity Level figures and other special people.

Even he couldn't easily influence the causal relationships within this group of people.

Zhang Fusheng silently sensed it.

"Before I suppressed the karmic event of the World-Honored Tathagata Zhang Fusheng."

"As the cause and effect became clear, almost everyone in Chang'an Town learned the truth."

Ten days ago, when Zhang Fusheng spoke of this matter Other Shore Mountain, he did not shy away from speaking to the Celestial Person of various religions and sects.

This matter had already spread far and wide; at least within the Other Shore World, almost everyone at the Celestial Person level knew about it.

But after Zhang Fusheng suppressed the cause of the revelation and erased the result of enlightenment,

He could sense it.

In Chang'an Town, aside from Lin Changle beside him, there were still several people whose perceptions remained unchanged.

"Li Xiuyuan, the Yellow-toothed Old Man, and Li Erfeng are all as expected; they are all quite special."

"It's normal that I can't easily interfere with the cause and effect in their lives."

"But who are you?"

Zhang Fusheng looked at the fourth person, whose perception of cause and effect had not been affected and thus had not changed.

A young girl, carrying something shrouded in black cloth, something that cannot be seen through.

Who is she?

Zhang Fusheng tried to peek into and trace the cause and effect through layers of karma, but found that the causal threads on the other party were vague and indistinct.

Either they possess a treasure to suppress it, or their status and destiny are extremely special, or...

He is a deity above the highest level.

Even a venerable being could not stop Zhang Fusheng from gazing.

"Interesting."

Zhang Fusheng muttered to himself, looking at the fifth person whose karma had not been suppressed. The person was a disheveled old man, much like himself during his Five Decays.

However, it's clear that the karma surrounding the old man is partially discernible, indicating that he is at most a being at the Venerable level.

As for how one entered the Other Shore World, it's highly likely that this was a special puppet body?

It's worth noting that this disheveled old man was following Li Yiyi and Luo Cheng.

That's interesting.

While pondering, Zhang Fusheng led Lin Changle forward, leaving the secluded alley and heading towards a bustling area.

At this moment, the many Celestial Person and innate beings on the road were still looking around in bewilderment, unaware of what had happened.

"Where is that... World Honored One?" someone asked, for the World Honored One had walked in, and the sea of Buddhas had surged like a tide, but now he had vanished, unseen and untraceable.

The Celestial Person were discussing it animatedly.

Zhang Fusheng ignored them and led Lin Changle along, attracting many curious glances.

After all, it's rare to see a young man and woman like this in Chang'an Town these days.

They're either ageless monsters or some junior who has reached the pinnacle of Heavenly Human Limit—

Only those at the Heavenly Human Limit are qualified to bring those below the innate level into Chang'an Town; this is a consensus.

Then,

Under the watchful eyes of many,

The handsome young man remained calm and led Lin Changle all the way to the long street where the Martial Arts Manor was located.

He glanced sideways at the mansion, gazing through the gate at his parents who were eating sunflower seeds in the courtyard.

Chang'an Town is about to become the center of chaos.

But in reality, it wasn't just Chang'an...

With the advent of Age of Great Strife, instability is likely everywhere, Zhang Fusheng doesn't know where to put his parents.

Perhaps, the Other Shore World is the best choice.

At least this place is now his 'old nest'.

If anything unexpected were to happen, it would surely be because something unexpected happened to me first.

"That's enough."

Zhang Fusheng sighed softly and continued walking until he reached the gate of the Yuan residence.

He paused, then gently knocked on the door three times.

A series of gazes fell upon them along the long street. The town's three mansions were something even the Celestial Person.

Now that someone is knocking on the door, naturally many people are paying attention.

Moment.

The mansion gate slowly opened, and a servant asked curiously:

Who are you?

"I've come to find Yuan Tiandao."

The servant hesitated for a moment, then spoke:

"Please wait a moment, I'll go and inform them."

He jogged away, and a brief moment later, Zhang Fusheng clearly sensed a divine sense scanning outside the door.

Soon, Yuan Tiandao came out to greet him personally.

Not only him, but Wei Busǐ was also by his side.

The two elderly men looked solemn, and Wei Busǐ was the first to bow.

"It's Mr. Zhang! Please come in, please come in!"

Although Yuan Tiandao was blind, he stared intently at Zhang Fusheng, his face showing obvious fear.

Although their karma was eradicated, they were unaware that Zhang Fusheng was the Buddha Ancestor.

However, when the All Seats rescued Shen Baobao earlier, Zhang Fusheng used the "Dream Dragon Slaying Method" to transform into Immortal Shadow figure riding a divine chariot to save the day.

After that,

Yuan Tiandao and Wei Busǐ concluded that the Immortal Shadow that could wound the gods that day could only be this Mr. Zhang.

Because of the Dream Dragon Slaying Method.

Naturally, Yuan Tiandao also knew that this person had a great connection with the [Central Extreme Cult Master].

In other words, it also has a great connection with the Above High Heaven.

At this moment, Zhang Fusheng led Lin Changle into the mansion. The mansion gate slowly closed, blocking the probing gazes of the Celestial Person on the long street.

"Mr. Zhang, it's been a long time."

Wei Busǐ politely cupped his hands in greeting:

"May I ask what brings you here today, Mr. Zhang?"

As he spoke, he glanced curiously at Lin Changle, a seemingly ordinary little girl.

Zhang Fusheng remained calm and spoke peacefully:

"Two things. First, I can't find Yuan Feidao, so I wanted to ask him where he is—I heard he's from the Yuan family."

He was indeed looking for Old Yuan, and it was certain that the other was in the Other Shore World.

Strangely, even in his current state, he couldn't find the other party's location, and even using the High Heaven Token didn't work.

This grandmaster seemed to have vanished into thin air, his location impossible to pinpoint using divine sense or causality.

"Yuan Feidao?"

The blind old man raised an eyebrow; though he could not see, his empty eyes remained fixed on Zhang Fusheng.

In his mental perception, he sketched out the boy's appearance.

It's impossible to see through it.

One who is intimately connected to the Above High Heaven, deeply entangled with the Master of Nine Nether, and capable of harming even the gods.

Now, however, they have come for Yuan Feidao.

This left him no choice but to be vigilant. The Thousand Mile Zhaoling, was about to open! Although his younger brother disagreed with him, they were both plotting a major operation!

The appearance of that World-Honored Tathagata, was already a tremendous variable; now this person has come to visit again.

After a moment of contemplation, Yuan Tiandao spoke in a low voice:

"To be honest, although Yuan Feidao is my younger brother, I haven't seen him for many years, and we haven't been in contact for a long time. I don't even know where he is right now."

"Perhaps, they have already left this world?"

Zhang Fusheng stared at Yuan Tiandao, then suddenly smiled, and spoke with a profound meaning:

Is that really true?

Yuan Tiandao nodded slowly:

That's just how it is.

During the conversation, some of the guests who were staying temporarily came out from the backyard: Yellow-toothed Old Man, Jiang Feinao, and Li Xiuyuan and his wife.

Neither of the two recognized Zhang Fusheng —although Li Xiuyuan was not affected by karma,

But he had never seen [Zhang Fusheng] in person, so naturally he couldn't recognize him.

As for the Yellow-toothed Old Man and Jiang Feinao

Both of them changed color simultaneously.

Both of them had seen Zhang Fusheng's photo, Yellow-toothed Old Man knew even more clearly that the World-Honored Tathagata was Zhang Fusheng. Sweat beaded on his forehead, but it evaporated in an instant.

Jiang Feinao is slightly better off; unaware of the truth, she still believes that this Zhang Fusheng...

It was only through repeated so-called "Exchange Heaven and Dao" by Gao Tianzhong's core members that they were able to achieve such a terrifying leap in just six months.

Yuan Tiandao sensed the four people emerge, but his expression remained unchanged. He simply spoke in a deep voice:

"Since I have already stated that I do not know the whereabouts of my younger brother, I wonder if Mr. Zhang has come here for any other reason?"

He was clearly telling them to leave.

Yuan Tiandao understood very well that although the person before him was closely related to Gao Tian, one thing was one thing, and the other was another.

Now, the most important thing is that the Great Tomb is about to be opened!

Unless the Great Celestial Venerable personally issues Imperial Decree,

Otherwise, he would not allow anyone to interfere with the opening of the Great Tomb.

However.

Zhang Fusheng seemed oblivious to the blind old man's implied meaning, maintaining his smiling demeanor as he spoke:

"Aside from Yuan Feidao's matter, I have another matter I would like to ask you two to enlighten me."

Wei Busǐ spoke in a deep voice:

"Mr. Zhang, please speak."

As they exchanged words, not far away, Cui Linglong, clearly surprised, glanced sideways and whispered:

"Who is that person? This Yuan family head and Wei family head are no ordinary people; they're treating him with such courtesy."

Li Xiuyuan shook his head slightly, frowning:

"I don't know, but this person is definitely not simple—I can't see through him."

After pausing for a moment, he turned to the side and asked:

"Old Man Meng, Little Flying Bird, do you have any clues?"

The Yellow-toothed Old Man remained silent—daring not to speak.

As for Jiang Feinao, he merely frowned slightly and shook his head:

"I know some things, but I can't say for sure."

As they spoke, she saw the extraordinary young man asking a question with a smile:

"If I'm not mistaken, on February 9th, the Thousand Mile Zhaoling, will open, and Yin Chang'an will appear in the world."

"But now, I want to expedite this process, so I would like to ask you two, what should I do?"

As those words were spoken lightly, Li Xiuyuan's pupils contracted, and Yuan Tiandao and Wei Busǐ's expressions changed drastically!

A long, deathly silence followed.

Wei Busǐ, his hands tucked into his sleeves, head slightly bowed, expressionless, asked in a low voice:

"Mr. Zhang, where did you hear about these things?"

Zhang Fusheng said "Oh," and answered honestly:

"A young girl Li Yiyi, she is a descendant of the lord of the Thousand Mile Zhaoling."

Wei Busǐ's tense nerves relaxed slightly, and he said in a deep voice:

"These matters involve the privacy of both our families, Mr. Zhang, please leave!"

His tone hardened, making it clear he was asking him to leave.

Yuan Tiandao, standing to the side, also gripped his cane tightly, his empty eyes filled with a dark and unfathomable light.

The atmosphere in the mansion courtyard suddenly became tense.

Zhang Fusheng's smile remained unchanged.

"How can I leave before I have received an answer? Please enlighten me on how to open Zhaoling ahead of schedule?"

"Is it necessary to have Miss Li? Or does Yuan Feidao know this secret? Will Yin Chang'an appear on his own if I open the Thousand Mile Zhaoling?"

With each word spoken, the expressions of the two old men turned extremely gloomy.

In the backyard, Ruan Yutu came over and stared wide-eyed at Zhang Fusheng, but she didn't say anything and just looked at him quietly.

The Dragon Slaying Sword had appeared beside Wei Busǐ without anyone noticing.

He said in a low voice:

"Mr. Zhang, please leave."

Wei Busǐ's tone was exceptionally firm; although he was wary, he clearly no longer felt the same fear he had shown before.

Zhang Fusheng felt a sense of wonder and carefully examined the longsword, keenly sensing that the Dragon Slaying Sword seemed to have gained a bit more 'Spiritual Qi'.

There is also a hidden sharpness within, as if it could erupt at any moment!

The Dragon Slaying Sword is now even stronger than before.

Is it because the Thousand Mile Zhaoling, is about to open?

Or is it for some other reason?

Zhang Fusheng's mind raced, and he realized that to initiate the "[The Beginning of the Journey to the West]" event, he had to complete all the key milestones.

It was Guanyin bestowing the cassock and staff, the Emperor Tang entering the underworld to hold a grand water and land assembly, and Wei Zheng slaying the dragon in his dream.

Following the logic of a repeat of the Destiny Event, the overall situation remains the same, and the details are not scrutinized.

Therefore, this sword does not necessarily have to slay the dragon.

But it is necessary to kill a certain living being.

Why can't it be myself?

Zhang Fusheng then smiled and spoke:

"You two should know a little about my background, yet you're trying to drive me away like this. Aren't you afraid I'll turn on you?"

Yuan Tiandao took a step back.

Wei Busǐ raised his head and stared intently at Zhang Fusheng:

"Mr. Zhang, are you really not going to refund me?"

The Dragon Slaying Sword beside him hummed softly, and ripples spread outwards. The Yellow-toothed Old Man not far away swallowed hard.

Zhang Fusheng's smile vanished.

"I have come here to establish the Zhaoling Mausoleum—shall I retreat?"

"What's the point of talking about withdrawing?"

As he spoke, black mist swirled behind him, and skeletal figures floated within it, exuding the aura of Celestial Person and innate beings!

The entire Yuan residence was tense and on the verge of conflict.

Wei Busǐ suddenly closed his eyes, held his sword, and a moment later...

An Immortal Shadow emerged from the void and took the Dragon Slaying Sword from Wei Busǐ, who remained motionless with his eyes closed.

Li Xiuyuan's eyes lit up, Yellow-toothed Old Man held his breath.

"Will you retreat, or will you not?"

The voice of the Immortal Shadow drifted and ethereal, and as the Dragon Slaying Sword, an ancient figure seemed to rise and fall within it.

Zhang Fusheng stared at the longsword and calmly said:

"Mercy."

The Immortal Shadow drew his sword, its light like a rainbow!

But at this moment, a rainbow pierces the sun.

A sudden booming sound arose from the Other Shore World.

The sword light suddenly stopped, and everyone in the courtyard looked up in surprise, gazing at the sky, only to see that the celestial monument that had been pressing down on heaven and earth had briefly lost its color!

It was this tremor that caused it.

'Roar!!'

Dragon's Roar's roar resounded, and a true dragon entered the realm, accompanied by a hundred miles of Heavenly Light and a thousand miles of water vapor, rushing straight into the Other Shore World!

The Heavenly Stele glowed once more, and the rule that immortals and gods could not enter took effect again. However, the dragon, within the realm, unleashed its immense power, sweeping across the entire world.

Before the beings in the Other Shore World could even show any alarm,

In Chang'an Town, the Heavenly Light was dim.

The true dragon has already arrived in the sky above the town.

"Star Beast?"

Zhang Fusheng murmured, but then realized something was wrong. The true dragon circling in the sky was staring straight at him, and the color in its eyes was unlike that of a mindless star beast.

It's not a star beast.

This is a dragon with a spirit, a dragon with a spirit that came towards me.

"What a perfect timing!"

Zhang Fusheng exclaimed in amazement, looking at the Immortal Shadow wielding the Dragon Slaying Sword, and spoke lightly:

"Back then, Wei Zheng slew the dragon; now that the true dragon has descended, why don't you draw your sword and face the heavens?"

"Go! Go! Go!"

He spoke eloquently, his body radiating golden light, holding up a large, indistinct seal in his hand, and suddenly exuding great majesty, as if the human emperor were right in front of him!

"Wei Zheng, why aren't you going to slay the dragon!"

The Saint Golden Body, the status of the ancestor of mankind, the great seal of the human emperor, his words become law.

It was Imperial Edict, but more like a decree issued by the emperor.

'Clang!!!'

The Dragon Slaying Sword rang out, and the ancient figure within briefly awoke, emerging from the sword to wield its Immortal Shadow for the immortal figure.

Then, to the astonishment of everyone in the mansion, the ancient figure took a step forward woodenly and ascended into the sky!

The true dragon roared, and sword light suddenly erupted, briefly tearing through the canopy of Heavenly Light that shrouded the Other Shore World.

Suddenly, beams of divine gaze descended upon them!

The courtyard was completely silent.

"Is this the Wei family's trump card? How can the Dream Dragon Slaying Method compare to the ancestor personally slaying the dragon?"

A light, airy voice rang out, and the Immortal Shadow, now without the Dragon Slaying Sword, looked at the boy in horror.

How did he do that?

How could our ancestor have actually listened to him, stepped out of the sword, and gone to heaven?