Śakra · Indra

"Śakra?"

When Li Boyang learned of Zhuang Zhou's new identity from Wangshu, the surprise on his face was unusually amusing.

Zhuang Zhou came from a later era, yet he did not give up the idea of continuing to Dao Proving.

Therefore, whether it's to prevent his future friends from making fun of him, or to avoid being targeted by Dao Proving One like Boshun, Chi needs to adopt a new identity.

Li Boyang had actually divined and calculated Zhuang Zhou's various choices.

Mara, the ruler of Heaven of Sovereignty over Others' Transformations...

The sage who resides in Tushita Heaven...

The Buddha Ancestor overlooking Yama Heaven...

Regardless of which of the above identities Zhuang Zhou chose, Li Boyang would not be surprised.

After all, it's clear from the Dao Path of "Great Sovereign Heaven" that Zhuang Zhou was definitely not the kind of person who would be bound by rules and regulations. Yet, this guy, who spent his whole life pursuing freedom and ease, chose to transform into Devas.

The Devas, as one of the eight classes of the Thirty-Three Heavens, are the manifestation of the desire for power.

Śakra, the incarnation of Zhuang Zhou, is the head of Devas.

Even among all the demon kings whose desires manifested, he was the one with the strongest lust for power.

Zhuang Zhou said, "Since I am managing the Six Desire Heavens on your behalf..."

"Then ' Śakra ' is undoubtedly the most suitable identity."

Wangshu clearly agreed with Zhuang Zhou's explanation; she even felt that Zhuang Zhou was more "sensible" than she had imagined.

Li Boyang simply smiled and shook his head without saying a word, then changed the subject.

"Have you prepared the registers of those demon kings and Buddhas?"

Registering the current demon kings and Buddhas of the Six Desire Heavens was another task that Li Boyang assigned to Wangshu.

As it turned out, with Zhuang Zhou's help, Wangshu accomplished his task quite perfectly.

"It's all registered: the Eight Legions manifested by the Demon King of Desire, and the Buddha King manifested by the Buddhas of Right Mindfulness..."

"The names and abilities of all individuals within the Six Desire Heavens are recorded in this register."

With a simple wave of her hand, a thin, slender register appeared in Wangshu's hands.

Between the automatic flipping of the roster, one could vaguely make out the lifelike, grotesque demons depicted on it, as if they were alive. "Teacher, what do you need these rosters for?"

With some doubt, Wangshu handed the roster to Li Boyang.

"These lists are useless to me, of course, but someone else might need them!"

Smiling, Wangshu turned her gaze towards the direction of the North Sea. Li Boyang's words made her realize something.

If there's anyone in this world worth Li Boyang going through all this trouble for, it's none other than Xiluo.

"That silly cat has been running wild outside for so many years, it's time for it to come home."

"You're now called Śakra?"

Tilting her head, Xiluo scrutinized the man in front of her, her eyes filled with astonishment.

If one didn't know beforehand that the other party was Zhuang Zhou, who transformed from a Kun into a Peng, it would be truly difficult to associate him with the dignified and imposing man before them. He wore a jeweled crown, adorned with necklaces, and held a vajra, appearing exceptionally heroic.

Behind Śakra, a six-tusked white elephant stood lazily on the water, its size almost the same as that of a dragon turtle.

"Śakra is my true identity; I am now called Indra."

As Indra began to explain his identity, Lu Huaijin had already quietly appeared behind him.

At this moment, Lu Huaijin also transformed into a Celestial Person being.

Her gorgeous long dress and the ribbons fluttering behind her bore a striking resemblance to Xiluo.

Perhaps it was because he knew that Xiluo had never liked him.

Lu Huaijin is unusually low-key now, showing no trace of the arrogance and wicked charm she displays in front of outsiders.

"I don't care what your name is, if you want to take the Giant Kun clan from me, you'll have to pay a price, won't you?"

He gently turned the pages of the [Jade Pool Heavenly Book] in his hand.

Xiluo's gaze merely swept over Lu Huaijin casually, as if she hadn't recognized him at all.

"Of course, I came here openly and honestly, and with utmost sincerity."

Indra's voice sounded unusually calm, as if he had no idea that the person standing in front of him was the future Queen Mother of the West.

"The Primordial Beginning Heavenly Demon intends for me to become the Lord of the Thirty-Three Heavens, to help him rule the entire Six Desire Heavens."

"But achieving this goal on my own is as difficult as climbing to the sky."

"Therefore, I need thirty-two deputies to help me achieve this goal."

"Your Divine Power is boundless, and your ambitions are lofty; perhaps you could create an avatar to rule over these Thirty-Three Heavens."

Looking at Indra's sincere gaze, Xiluo, though unaware that the Primordial Beginning Heavenly Demon was Li Boyang, vaguely sensed that he was taking advantage of her.

After all, the birth of the Six Desire Heavens was clearly related to Li Boyang.

So even if that so-called Primordial Beginning Heavenly Demon wasn't Li Boyang, it must be inextricably linked to him.

Are you treating me like a fool?

With a slight grin revealing two fangs, Xiluo's face showed displeasure.

"If I truly wish to rule the Six Desire Heavens, do I need your permission?"

Faced with Xiluo's anger, Indra simply smiled and continued speaking.

"If it's merely about taking over the Six Desire Heavens, you naturally don't need my permission."

"But if you wish to hold the ' Jade Pool Grand Assembly ' and attain the path to immortality, I think I might be able to help."

"Of course, I also know that if you seek help from the Dao Ancestor, he will definitely do everything in his power to help you."

It must be admitted that Indra's goading tactic was indeed very effective.

Almost everyone present could see that he was using reverse psychology, and they also knew that this tactic was very effective on Xiluo.

After all, if Xiluo really wanted to rely on Li Boyang's power to achieve enlightenment, she wouldn't have been able to roam around outside for so many years.

"It seems I'm really famous in later generations; it feels like everyone knows me."

As she said this, Xiluo didn't forget to stomp hard on the dragon turtle under her feet.

The dragon turtle, who hadn't said a word the whole time but was innocently caught in the crossfire, could only blink its eyes in grievance.

"But what I'm more curious about is, aren't you seeking a life of freedom and ease?"

"Why are these methods of wielding power used with such masterful skill?"

With a nonchalant shrug, Indra smiled calmly.

"Free and easy, free and easy..."

"Without attaining supreme power and mastering the art of power, how can one speak of true freedom?"

"As the Dao Ancestor once said, only those who have entered the world are qualified to talk about transcending it; only those who have not yet attained true freedom can achieve it."

"In my dreams, I have been a king and a humble beggar, witnessing all walks of life and enjoying all the riches and glory of the world."

"Later, I discovered the suffering of all beings. Even at the pinnacle of worldly success, there is still a sense of unease. Only then did I seek true freedom." (C Ancient Monthly Ticket Lunlun/Each Recommendation Ticket Lunwang)