Practicing medicine in the Zhu Zi Kingdom (Part thirty-one)

Now, Ao Tu wanted to establish a new realm in the Netherworld Realm and perfect the Laws Heaven and Earth. This required the assistance of a Congenital Spiritual Treasure, and it needed to be a Baleful Qi treasure. Ao Tu thought of the Soul-Scattering Gourd, which was the most suitable treasure due to its Baleful Qi nature. However, the Soul-Scattering Gourd was currently in the hands of the Blood Sea King, and he needed to retrieve it first.

Moreover, in addition to creating a realm in the Netherworld Realm to refine great evil, Ao Tu also needs to create a realm in the Western Heaven to guide great good.

The Jade Emperor once instructed him that these two realms should be established simultaneously in one fell swoop, otherwise they would inevitably be harmed by people in the long run.

Ao Tu wholeheartedly agreed. If he couldn't complete the creation in one go, someone would surely steal his achievements or sabotage him, preventing him from opening up a new realm. This was a struggle for the Great Dao, and it was bound to happen.

Ao Tu dared not be careless; this matter required careful planning.

Beside them, Empress Houtu, upon hearing Ao Tu say, "I already possess Congenital Spiritual Treasure, but I don't have it with me," misunderstood and, unusually, spoke up to offer some advice:

"You are a newly born saint, and Heaven and Earth should have a place for you, but do not be ruthless. Since you have already taken away someone else's Blessed Land Cave Heaven, do not take away their treasures as well. You have made great contributions to mending Heaven and Earth, and you should have endless divine duties. Why not give my fellow Daoist an official position, at least a minor one, to keep him in check? To tell you the truth, since his birth, no one has ever asked him to be an official! Everyone thinks he has too much evil aura and no one will ask him to serve." Upon hearing this, Ao Tu hurriedly said, "I dare not! I dare not! If I could ask the Patriarch Styx to guard the new realm for me, it would be my great fortune."

The Empress Houtu smiled and said, "It's better to resolve enmity than to create it. It's best that you think this way."

The Guanyin Bodhisattva and the others behind them were startled and could only keep what they heard to themselves, not daring to say a word.

Empress Houtu said, "Alright, my fellow Daoist is still guarding outside. He's been guarding for almost half a year now. Doesn't his leg get numb? There's a small path in the Land of the Nine Netherworlds that I don't usually open, but I'm opening it today. You can go out through there."

Ao Tu thanked him again.

The Empress Houtu instructed, "Your father's matter involves serious issues. Visiting him is acceptable, but remember, you must not take him out."

Ao Tu agreed.

The Empress Houtu then turned and walked away, disappearing from sight.

Ao Tu watched Empress Houtu leave, then looked at Guanyin Bodhisattva and the other two.

It is best not to spread today's events, especially the opening of the New Territories.

Although Ao Tu wasn't afraid of the news spreading—he could even start a Kalpa and cause chaos—it was better to keep things easier. He was confident in dealing with Guanyin Bodhisattva and Wukong; the only one he needed to appease was Ao Tu Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva.

Ao Tu promised, "Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, you already know about my intention to create a new world. No great undertaking in the world can be accomplished alone; all rely on the assistance of many. Bodhisattva, you have long resided in the Netherworld, possessing a perseverance beyond the capabilities of ordinary people, and great vows and virtues. I wish to request Bodhisattva assistance; I wonder if Bodhisattva would be willing?"

Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva was overjoyed upon hearing this.

Such a momentous event as perfecting the Rules of Heaven and Earth is an immense opportunity; how could he possibly have such a chance in the Buddhist Sect? He immediately agreed. Ao Tu then promised to share some of the Future authority of the new world with Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva.

Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva was even more delighted.

Wukong, standing to the side, asked, "What about me? What about me? What official position should I Old Sun, be given?"

Ao Tu laughed and said, "You are my brother, it would be vulgar to talk about giving you an official title. If I become emperor, you will be my Imperial Younger Brother!"

Wukong said happily, "Considering you called me brother, I won't hold it against you for deceiving Old Sun. So, what official position would you give Guanyin Bodhisattva?" Guanyin Bodhisattva looked over upon hearing this.

Ao Tu smiled and took her slender hand, saying, "Bodhisattva and I are in a master-disciple relationship. How can a disciple be given an official position as his Teacher? I'm hoping that my Teacher can arrange a job for me on Mount Luojia!"

Upon hearing this, Guanyin Bodhisattva smiled and said, "My Mount Luojia is already full, there's no room for a Demon Dragon like you. Go on your way." The group then headed towards the Land of the Nine Netherworlds.

Halfway there, Ao Tu said, "I've forgotten something; my grand-disciple hasn't been rescued yet."

Wukong said, "So it really is your grand-disciple! Wasn't your identity all a lie?"

Ao Tu said, "Although I am skilled in transformation, my heart is sincere. How could I rely on my Supernatural Ability to deceive people? That Little Demon is kind; I should save him." Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva said, "That person works under me and is indeed honest in his work. He is a good person. Please come with me."

The group then followed Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva back to the Emerald Cloud Palace, where they saw Youlai Youqu directing several clumsy Asura to capture an Evil Souls. Ao Tu exclaimed, "Youlai Youqu!"

Youlai Youqu, he turned around, looked back, and asked in confusion, "Who are you?"

Ao Tu reverted to his previous appearance and asked, "Do you still recognize me?"

Youlai Youqu, Youlai immediately knelt down and said, "Grandmaster!"

Wukong jumped over from behind and laughed, "Little Demon, do you still recognize Old Sun?"

Youlai Youqu were startled and quickly hid behind Ao Tu.

Ao Tu laughed and said, "Don't be afraid, with me protecting you, this Monkey won't dare to act aggressively."

Wukong cupped his hands and laughed, "I didn't know you were one of us before. I was too hasty and killed you. Please forgive me."

He was relieved to Youlai Youqu Wukong hadn't come to the Underworld to fight him. He was quite magnanimous, saying, "He's already dead. I was angry then, but it's all gone now. Besides, we each have our own business to attend to, so there's nothing more to say."

Wukong laughed, "You little Demon, you're truly kind-hearted. No wonder this Demon Dragon took a liking to you."

Ao Tu laughed and said, "Youlai Youqu. I've come today to take you back to the world of the living. Get ready and come back with me."

Youlai Youqu, he hesitated and said:

"Grandmaster, I have lived here for many days, guarding the place and capturing evil spirits every day. The people on earth are grateful to me and even offer me a clay tablet. I am very content, much better off than when I was Demon. May I stay here?"

Ao Tu said, "If you're willing to stay, I naturally won't force you. I also have businesses here in the future, and I can let you manage a portion of them. Do you have any wishes? I'll settle them with you."

Youlai Youqu, Youlai Youqu said, "Grandmaster, I still have thirteen taels of silver saved up up there. I buried it in the cave where I live and divided it with my brothers. That's all... By the way, when those people worship me, I only have a soul, not Fleshly Body. I can only eat Incense Offerings and cannot eat meat or wine. Grandmaster, could you have mercy and grant me a Fleshly Body?"

Ao Tu nodded, thought for a moment, and then took out a drop of Great Wizard Blood Essence.

This Great Wizard Blood Essence was obtained around the same time as the Great Demon Essence Blood. At that time, the Great Demon Essence Blood was bestowed upon Tiger Vanguard, giving Tiger Vanguard the bloodline of the Ancient Times "Zheng" beast.

As for the Great Wizard Blood Essence, it was originally intended for the White Bone Spirit, but the White Bone Spirit was a skeleton transformed into human form and had been forged by heavenly lightning, so her Yin energy had been cultivated to a very pure level.

The power contained in this Great Wizard Blood Essence is wind power. If it were given to the White Bone Spirit, it would be incompatible with her True Body. Although it would have some benefits, it would erase her own cultivation achievements.

Therefore, Ao Tu did not bestow the Essence Blood, but planned to give it to the White Bone Spirit later when he had a more suitable treasure that was compatible with Yin Sha. At this time, Ao Tu bestowed the Great Wizard Blood Essence to Youlai Youqu.

In the present moment Youlai Youqu, condensing into Fleshly Body, giving birth to nine heads, covered in five-colored feathers, with a snake tail, transforming into the form of a great shaman.

Youlai Youqu without knowing the value of it all, only knowing that they had obtained an excellent Fleshly Body, so they quickly performed a grand ceremony, knelt down, and repeatedly expressed their gratitude.

Ao Tu laughed and said, "Get up. This is what you deserve; it's what I owe you."

After speaking, Ao Tu and the others left.

The four arrived at the Land of the Nine Netherworlds.

Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva escorted Ao Tu to this point, and then took his leave.

Wukong said, "Let's go, Dragon Brother."

Ao Tu said, "Monkey, you go first, I'll go check on my father."

Upon hearing this, Wukong knew it was a family matter and he shouldn't disturb it, so he Somersault Cloud away first.

Guanyin Bodhisattva also took her leave.

Ao Tu asked, "Teacher, do you know any Immortal who can transform themselves? Could you please send one to me?"

Guanyin Bodhisattva asked, "What do you need Immortal who can transform?"

Ao Tu said, "That day, I burned paper money with my father and talked about family matters, saying that I had married Lianlian, a relative of the Western Sagara Dragon King, to continue the Incense Offerings. Now, if I go to see my father alone, won't I be exposed? Therefore, I need to find a Immortal who can transform."