I am submissive in Journey to the West, I strike hard at the gods

The system suddenly announced, "Host, the next mission is about to be issued. Please prepare!"

Jiang Wang rolled his eyes and cursed, "Prepare my ass!"
"If you dare give me another dangerous mission, I'll take you down with me!"

He leaped up, dusted himself off, and headed deeper into Flower Fruit Mountain, humming a little tune, completely unaware that a flash of golden light had appeared on the distant horizon.

Deep within the chaos, the void was as black as ink, the starlight dimmed, and a world-shaking war had been raging for years, causing cracks in the void to spread like a spider web.

Yuanshi Tianzun held the Pangu Banner, his dark robes fluttering in the wind, a mocking smile on his lips, his gaze sweeping over the two furious figures opposite him.

"Jieyin, Zhunti, even if you two brothers joined forces, you're nothing special!"
Those three "Daddy" calls just now were truly beautiful. How about saying them a few more times to liven things up for me?

His voice was clear and resonant, tinged with a hint of mockery. With a gentle wave of the Pangu Banner, chaotic energy surged like a giant wave, sweeping towards the two people opposite him.

The Guide Daoist's face was withered, his eyes blazing with anger, and the Guide Treasure Banner in his hand emitted boundless golden light, attempting to resist the invasion of the chaotic energy.

He gritted his teeth, his voice deep and thunderous: "Yuanshi Tianzun, do not be so arrogant!"
Do you think our Western religion has no one to rely on?

Before he finished speaking, his figure flashed, and with a wave of his banner, countless golden lotuses bloomed from the void, transforming into golden blades that pierced straight at the Primordial Heavenly Venerable.

Zhunti Daoist stood beside Jieyin, the Seven Treasures Tree in his hand shimmering with light, emitting a five-colored divine light, which, in conjunction with Jieyin's attack, attempted to force Yuanshi Tianzun into a desperate situation.

He sneered, "Yuanshi, you've become so arrogant just because you have the Pangu Banner. Today, my brother and I will show you the power of our Western Sect!"

With a wave of the Seven Treasures Tree, five-colored divine light, like a rainbow, carrying boundless power, attempted to envelop the Primordial Heavenly Venerable.

Yuanshi Tianzun remained calm and composed. With a flick of his Pangu Banner, chaotic sword energy surged forth, easily shattering the golden lotus and the five-colored divine light.

He laughed loudly, his voice reverberating through the void: "Jieyin, Zhunti, your skills are barely enough to tickle an itch!"

Come on, call me "Dad" a few more times, and if I'm in a good mood, I might let you off the hook!

His words were full of provocation, and he waved the Pangu Banner in his hand repeatedly, causing the chaotic energy to transform into countless giant dragons that roared and pounced on the two of them.

Jieyin was so angry that his hair and beard stood on end. He gritted his teeth and said, "Yuanshi Tianzun, you have gone too far!"

He formed a hand seal, and a towering golden statue appeared behind him, radiating Buddhist light, attempting to suppress Yuanshi with supreme Buddhist power.

Not to be outdone, Zhunti unleashed a flurry of attacks with his Seven Treasures Tree, his five-colored divine light transforming into a rain of light that intertwined with the Buddha's light of Amitabha, creating an overwhelming aura.

Upon seeing this, Yuanshi Tianzun's eyes flashed with disdain: "With such meager abilities, you still dare to challenge me?"
wishful thinking! "

He swayed, and with a sudden swing of the Pangu Banner, a chaotic sword aura tore through the void, slashing straight at the golden body of Jieyin.

The golden body cracked open, and Jieyin let out a muffled groan as a trace of golden blood spilled from the corner of his mouth.

Zhunti was shocked to see this and hurriedly waved the Seven Treasures Tree to protect Jieyin, but Yuanshi Tianzun took advantage of the situation and struck, causing him to retreat several steps.

"Hahaha, Jieyin and Zhunti, you two fellow disciples are nothing special!"
If we continue fighting, we'll likely perish in this chaos!

Yuanshi Tianzun laughed loudly, and with a gentle wave of the Pangu Banner, the chaotic energy transformed into endless chains, trapping the two of them within.

He stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes full of smugness: "Why don't you call me 'Dad' a few more times, and maybe I'll show you some leniency!"

Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged a glance, both furious but helpless.

Yuanshi Tianzun, wielding the Pangu Banner, possessed unparalleled combat power. Although they joined forces, they were always at a disadvantage.

Jieyin gritted his teeth and said, "Yuanshi, don't be so smug!"
"The humiliation we suffer today will be repaid a hundredfold by our Western Religion in the future!"

Zhunti sneered, "So this is Yuanshi Tianzun! Once my brother and I have regrouped, we'll make you pay!"

Upon hearing this, Yuanshi Tianzun merely scoffed: "You think you can do this?"
"We'll see!"

With a wave of his Pangu Banner, the chaotic energy surged once more, forcing Jieyin and Zhunti to retreat in defeat.

The great battle continued, the void shattered, chaos churned, and the three figures intertwined in the endless darkness, exuding killing intent.

Meanwhile, inside the Slanting Moon and Three Stars Cave on Fangcun Mountain, the Bodhi Patriarch sat upright on a futon, his brows furrowed.

He had been waiting for months, but the Three Lights Divine Water had yet to arrive.

He tried to contact the person in question, but to no avail, and there was no response.

Bodhi was anxious and murmured, "Where exactly is the true deity?"

The Three Lights Divine Water is so important, how can it be delayed?

After pondering for a moment, he finally couldn't hold back any longer and stood up, saying, "Fine, I'll go to the Heavenly Court myself and ask the Jade Emperor for it!"

Bodhi's figure flickered, transforming into a golden light, and headed straight for the Heavenly Court.

Inside the Lingxiao Palace, the Jade Emperor sat on his dragon throne, listening to the celestial officials below report trivial matters.

Suddenly, a golden light flashed, and Bodhi Patriarch appeared in the hall, exuding an extraordinary aura.

Upon seeing this, all the celestial officials were startled, but the Jade Emperor quickly stood up, cupped his hands, and said, "It is an honor to have the Bodhi Patriarch grace us with his presence. We are sorry for not welcoming you properly. May we ask what brings you here?"

Bodhi didn't bother with pleasantries and went straight to the point: "Jade Emperor, I have come here for only one thing—the Three Lights Divine Water!"
I humbly beseech the Jade Emperor to bestow this gift; I would be eternally grateful!

His voice was clear and bright, with a hint of urgency, and his gaze was fixed on the Jade Emperor.

Upon hearing this, the Jade Emperor's expression stiffened slightly, as if he were in a difficult position.

He stroked his beard and hesitated before saying, "Master Bodhi, the Three Lights Divine Water is a supreme treasure of the Heavenly Court, personally managed by the Queen Mother of the West. It is no ordinary treasure."

Moreover, this water was bestowed by the Dao Ancestor to cure the disease of the Peach Tree; its quantity is scarce and it is truly difficult to grant so easily.

Bodhi frowned, displeased but still patiently said, "Jade Emperor, I know the Three Lights Divine Water is precious, but this matter concerns the life of my disciple. I hope the Jade Emperor will be lenient!"

Although his tone was slow, it carried an undeniable authority.

Seeing this, the Jade Emperor could only sigh and turn to the maid beside him, saying, "Go quickly to the Jade Pool and ask the Queen Mother for the Three Lights Divine Water. Do not delay!"

The maid obeyed and hurriedly left.

Before long, the maid returned carrying a crystal-clear jade bottle and respectfully said, "Your Majesty, the Queen Mother has granted permission to bestow a drop of the Three Lights Divine Water!"

The Jade Emperor took the jade bottle and handed it to Bodhi, saying with a wry smile, "Bodhi Patriarch, this water was hard to come by, so please cherish it."

Bodhi accepted the jade bottle, feeling the vast vitality contained within it, but a doubt arose in his heart: "The Queen Mother gave it to me so easily?"

Could this be a trap?

But then he thought about it again and realized that the matter of Sun Wukong was urgent, so he didn't think much of it and cupped his hands, saying, "Thank you, Jade Emperor!"
"This humble Taoist priest takes his leave!"

Having said that, he flashed and transformed into golden light, descending straight to the mortal realm.

Inside the Wuzhuang Temple on Longevity Hill, the Bodhi Patriarch landed in front of the temple gate, riding on auspicious clouds.

Zhen Yuanzi was already waiting at the door, smiling warmly, and cupped his hands, saying, "Fellow Daoist Bodhi, you have come from afar, I am sorry for not welcoming you properly!"
What brings you here?

Bodhi didn't beat around the bush and said directly, "Zhen Yuanzi, I have come here for only one thing—to release my disciple Sun Wukong!"

I have already obtained the Three Lights Divine Water, which can revive your ginseng fruit tree.

"As long as the fruit trees are unharmed, you can release them, how about it?"

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi's eyes flashed with a strange light, and he laughed, "Fellow Daoist Bodhi is indeed straightforward!"
"In that case, please follow me into the garden for a look."

He turned and led the way, guiding Bodhi through the Wuzhuang Temple to the ginseng fruit garden in the back.

In the garden stood a towering tree, its branches and leaves withered and yellow, its fruit all fallen, appearing exceptionally desolate. Upon seeing this, Bodhi felt a pang of anxiety, thinking to himself, "Just as Wukong said, he has indeed damaged this fruit tree."

Zhen Yuanzi pointed at the fruit tree and sighed, "Fellow Daoist, your disciple is so unruly, he has ruined my ginseng fruit tree like this!"

"If it weren't for your sake, fellow Daoist, how could I have so easily let him off?"

Bodhi frowned and said in a deep voice, "Zhen Yuanzi, enough nonsense!"
Since I have brought the Three Lights Divine Water, I will surely be able to revive this tree.

Just release them!

Having said that, he took out a jade bottle, gently tilted it, and a drop of crystal-clear Three Lights Divine Water flew out of the bottle and landed at the base of the fruit tree.

The divine water, upon touching the tree roots, transformed into countless points of light that merged into the tree trunk.

In an instant, the withered branches and leaves regained their vitality, becoming lush and green, and the branches were laden with fruit, each plump and radiating a faint glow.

Seeing this, Bodhi breathed a sigh of relief and turned to say, "Zhen Yuanzi, the fruit trees have been restored, and not a single fruit is missing."

"Shouldn't you release my disciple now?"

Zhen Yuanzi smiled without saying a word, and slowly said, "Fellow Daoist Bodhi, don't be anxious. I have already ordered my disciple to send that monkey to the gate of the temple."

Fellow Daoist, you may wish to seek it out yourself.

His tone was calm, but a sly glint flashed in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, Bodhi's heart sank, and he knew something was wrong.

He walked quickly out of Wuzhuang Temple and looked around, but there was no sign of Sun Wukong.

Just as they were wondering, they suddenly felt the surrounding spiritual energy stagnate, and an invisible pressure surged from all directions.

He looked down and saw that the ground beneath his feet was faintly glowing with the light of an array, which was actually the aura of the Earth Book Array!

Bodhi's heart trembled, and he turned around abruptly, glaring at Zhen Yuanzi: "Zhen Yuanzi, what do you mean?"

"Now that the fruit trees have been healed, why not release the people and instead set up the Earth Book Formation?"

Zhen Yuanzi stood with his hands behind his back, smiling calmly: "Fellow Daoist Bodhi, I have never broken my promise."

As for that monkey, I did indeed order someone to send it to the gate of the temple, but I didn't say when it would be sent out!

As for releasing him, I have a small condition—let that monkey grow vegetables in my backyard for a hundred years to atone for his crime of destroying trees, how about it?"

Upon hearing this, Bodhi was so angry that his hair and beard trembled. He suppressed his anger and said in a low voice, "Zhen Yuanzi, Wukong is my beloved disciple. Don't push your luck!"

Release him, and I will forgive and forget; otherwise…

Before he could finish speaking, a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

Zhen Yuanzi, however, was not afraid at all and laughed, "Otherwise what?"
Bodhi Fellow Daoist, although your cultivation is profound, this Wuzhuang Temple is protected by the Earth Book Great Formation. Can you break it?

"We'll see!"

With a flick of his sleeve, the Earth Book Array shone brightly, trapping Bodhi firmly within it.

Bodhi took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and said in a deep voice, "Well done, Zhen Yuanzi! I'd like to see what mysteries your Earth Book Formation holds!"

He formed a hand seal, and golden light shone brightly behind him.

"Jiang Wang, you baboon leader, you're always loitering around Flower Fruit Mountain, aren't you plotting some wicked scheme again?"

A small, golden-furred monkey hopped up to Jiang Wang, baring its teeth and speaking with a hint of teasing.

Jiang Wang leaned lazily against the peach tree, flicked his tail, and squinted at the little monkey.

He resembled a robust baboon with glossy black fur, but his eyes held a cunning glint, as if harboring countless secrets.

He grinned, revealing a set of gleaming white teeth: "Little monkey, mind your own business. It's none of your concern to worry about what I, Old Jiang, am doing."

The little monkey was unconvinced and was about to shout a few more words when a cold, mechanical voice suddenly rang in Jiang Wang's mind: "Ding!"

System task update: The Jade Emperor will recruit Sun Wukong as a celestial official and appoint him to manage the Peach Garden.

The host needs to postpone the Journey to the West and can choose from the following three tasks: 1. Steal peaches and disrupt the Peach Banquet; 2. Monitor Sun Wukong and prevent him from stealing peaches; 3. Turn Sun Wukong into an unripe peach and trap him on a tree.

Successful completion of the mission will yield generous rewards, while failure will result in a deduction of three hundred years of the host's cultivation.

Please select.

Jiang Wang was taken aback, his tail froze in mid-air, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

Ever since he transmigrated to this Journey to the West world and transformed into a baboon, this system has been popping up from time to time to issue missions, forcing him to go against the general trend of Journey to the West.

He scratched his cheek and muttered to himself, "Stealing peaches?"

Staring at the monkey?

Or should we turn him into a peach?

Wow, all these options are so exciting!

Just as he was pondering this, a golden light suddenly streaked across the distant horizon. Jiang Wang, with his sharp eyes, immediately recognized it as auspicious clouds from the Heavenly Court.

He patted his bottom and waved to the little monkey: "Don't get in my way, go away, I have important business to attend to!"

After saying that, he somersaulted and darted behind a boulder on the mountaintop, where he quietly peeked out to observe.

Meanwhile, inside the Heavenly Palace of Lingxiao, the atmosphere was somewhat subtle.

"Jade Emperor, that old man Zhen Yuanzi, relying on his status as the ancestor of earth immortals, dares to detain my disciple Sun Wukong!"
This clearly shows they don't respect me, Bodhi!

The Bodhi Patriarch wore a green robe, his beard and hair flowing, but his tone carried a hint of anger.

He stood in the center of the hall, his gaze fixed on the Jade Emperor who sat high on the dragon throne.

The Jade Emperor held the jade ruyi in one hand, his brows slightly furrowed, and said in a nonchalant tone: "Bodhi, Zhen Yuanzi is the ancestor of the earth immortals, and he has always been on good terms with my Heavenly Court."

Your disciple Sun Wukong stole his ginseng fruit and damaged his spiritual root, so it's only natural that he detained him.

You've come to me, do you expect me to force him to release the man?

Upon hearing this, Bodhi snorted coldly and flicked his sleeves: "Jade Emperor, don't pretend you don't know!"
The Journey to the West is ordained by Heaven, and Sun Wukong is the one destined to face this calamity. If Zhen Yuanzi detains him, it will not only damage my reputation, but also the dignity of your Heavenly Court!

I won't beat around the bush. If you can help ensure the smooth progress of the Journey to the West, I'll share the merit with you, how about that?"

"Merit?"

The Jade Emperor raised his eyelids, showing some interest, but then waved his hand, "One unit of merit is probably not enough to share."

"My Heavenly Court is filled with countless celestial officials; how could I possibly offend Zhen Yuanzi for the sake of a little merit?"

Bodhi narrowed his eyes, his tone becoming more serious: "Jade Emperor, do you know that the merits of this Journey to the West are extraordinary?"

With this merit, you might be able to break through one or two of your cultivation bottlenecks.

If you keep making excuses, I'm going to go find those two in the West! (End of Chapter)