Lao Tzu is Ji Gong

The Imperial Preceptor said, "That's good then. We'll take our leave now."

Tang Sanzang and his disciples respectfully saw them off, saying, "Please take care, Grand Preceptor."

However, at that moment a palace maid suddenly ran over and whispered a few words in the Grand Preceptor's ear.

Upon hearing this, the Imperial Advisor nodded and replied, "I understand. You may go back now."

The palace maid then bowed to the Imperial Preceptor and withdrew.

Then, the Imperial Advisor looked at Li Xiuyuan and asked, "May I ask the name of this brave man?"

Li Xiuyuan naturally understood what it meant; the Queen of the Women's Kingdom probably had some instructions for him. He immediately said, "Li Xiuyuan."

The Imperial Preceptor nodded and said, "A handsome young man, and a pleasant name. Young Master Li. Please come with me. They are all monks. His Majesty knows you and was worried you might not be comfortable there, so he arranged other accommodations for you. Please come with me."

Li Xiuyuan said, "Then I thank Your Majesty very much. I appreciate your kindness."

The Imperial Preceptor said, "If Young Master Li doesn't mind, please come with me."

Li Xiuyuan immediately followed the Imperial Preceptor, turning back to Little Vajra and instructing him, "Do not run around inside the palace. Behave yourself."

Speaking of the Imperial Advisor, he led Li Xiuyuan back again. Li Xiuyuan said, "Heh, we're back in the palace again."

The Imperial Advisor comforted him, saying, "Young Master Li, don't worry, we're almost there."

After walking for a while, Li Xiuyuan asked again, "Grand Preceptor, the scenery here is truly unique."

Here, artificial hills rise like clouds, clear water flows like foam, willows bend along the bank, and water birds float on the water. Pavilions and terraces dot the banks, creating secluded courtyards that take advantage of the terrain. The scenery is uniquely beautiful, with clear waters and gentle breezes, reminiscent of the rivers and lakes of the Tang Dynasty.

The Imperial Advisor said, "Young Master has excellent taste. This is our King's villa, where His Majesty used to reside."

Li Xiuyuan laughed and said, "Is the Imperial Preceptor leading me on such a long road to His Majesty's bed?"

The Imperial Advisor was immediately stunned, but quickly said, "Young Master Li, what are you saying? Our Emperor, as the ruler of a nation, is of such high esteem. How could he do such a thing? However,"

Li Xiuyuan smiled and said, "But what?"

The Imperial Advisor said, "If the young master is willing, it is not impossible. Wouldn't it be better to marry our Emperor?"

Li Xiuyuan laughed loudly, "Hahaha, it seems I was right after all. You, the Imperial Advisor, are trying to lead me to your Queen's bed. If I get into bed with her, will your mission be accomplished?"

Li Xiuyuan's mockery completely humiliated the Imperial Advisor.

However, the Imperial Advisor was a strong woman, and she immediately said, "Young Master Li, you are currently within our country's borders. His Majesty is the master of this country."

"If you anger His Majesty, not only will you be unable to continue your pilgrimage to obtain the necessary travel documents, but even leaving the palace will be a problem."

Li Xiuyuan laughed again and said, "Just now in the main hall, I saw that your Emperor was really handsome, which stirred my heart. If I could be with him, it would be a wonderful thing. However, I did not expect that she would be like a bandit king, forcing men and women to buy and sell. I have truly seen her, she is really fierce."

Chapter 551 Taking in the Queen

Li Xiuyuan's actions undoubtedly angered the Imperial Advisor.

The Imperial Advisor immediately exclaimed, "How could someone be so stubborn and unruly!" With that, he turned and prepared to leave.

Suddenly, a figure emerged from behind a tree not far away. The Queen Mother of the Women's Kingdom saw the figure and immediately rushed after it, calling out, "Your Majesty!"

Li Xiuyuan looked around and saw a beautiful young woman dressed in green running past without caring about anything else.

Li Xiuyuan knew, of course, that the Queen of the Women's Kingdom had been hiding behind a tree observing him, so he secretly plotted to provoke her.

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom jogged along, but being a woman, she couldn't run very fast. Li Xiuyuan quickly caught up, grabbed the Queen's arm, and said with a smile, "Your Majesty, why are you in such a hurry?"

After Li Xiuyuan finished speaking, he gently used his hand to tidy up the messy hair in front of the Queen of the Women's Kingdom's face.

The Queen's advisor shoved Li Xiuyuan aside and stood in front of the Queen, saying, "What a bold scoundrel! Aren't you afraid of being torn apart by five horses?"

Li Xiuyuan then turned to look at the Queen of the Women's Kingdom and said, "Why must you do this, Grand Preceptor? How do you know whether she likes me this way or not? Is His Majesty willing to tear me apart by five horses or not?"

Upon hearing this, the Imperial Advisor turned to the Queen of the Women's Kingdom and asked, "Your Majesty, what is this?"

But the Queen of the Women's Kingdom was at a loss, her beautiful face flushed red, unable to utter a single word.

Li Xiuyuan said, "Grand Preceptor, you may go ahead."

Upon hearing this, the Imperial Advisor flew into a rage and said, "I am the Imperial Advisor; how can you possibly control me? I only obey His Majesty's orders."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan looked at the Queen of the Women's Kingdom and smiled, "Your Majesty, please allow the Imperial Advisor to withdraw first."

At this moment, the Queen of the Women's Kingdom finally spoke, saying, "Grand Preceptor, you may leave now."

Upon hearing this, the Imperial Advisor could only helplessly say, "Very well, this humble subject will take his leave now. I implore Your Majesty to continue to protect the people." He then glared at Li Xiuyuan before turning and leaving.

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom kept her head down and refused to speak, presumably because she was very embarrassed.

Li Xiuyuan turned his back, gazing at the lake and its surroundings, and laughed, "Your Majesty, do you believe I possess the ability to read people's minds?"

Queen Niu Niu of the Women's Kingdom said, "I don't believe it. Apart from God, who in the world can read what people are thinking?"

Li Xiuyuan turned around, smiled slightly, and said, "I can't read the hearts of some people, but I can read the hearts of others just by glancing at them and finding that they are also looking at me."

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom was stubborn. She said, "You're talking about me? Since you've read my mind, then let me ask you. Tell me, why did I send you here today?"

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan immediately replied, "In the secluded and shady courtyard, a young woman's heart is stirred with spring. She sent me here to compose a poem in response to your invitation. Your Majesty, I wonder if my guess is correct?"

After listening to Li Xiuyuan's words, the Queen of the Women's Kingdom finally spoke up: "I only thought you were a warrior, but I never expected you to be a person with poetic talent and learning."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan couldn't help but sneer, and then said, "How could I, Li Xiuyuan, be someone who doesn't know the beauty of spring, autumn, flowers, and the moon? Just like this exquisite garden, I, Li Xiuyuan, cherish it dearly. Just like the girl beside me, she is waiting with longing eyes, which makes my heart ache."

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom had already understood Li Xiuyuan's meaning, but she still stubbornly asked, "What are you saying? I don't understand. What do you mean?"

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan stepped forward, pressed himself tightly against the Queen of the Women's Kingdom, and asked, "Your Majesty, do you truly not understand?"

At this moment, Li Xiuyuan's body was radiating a wave of heat, and he was exuding a masculine aura that the Queen of the Women's Kingdom had never experienced before.

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom felt a wave of heat wash over her, making her want to snuggle closer. She blushed instantly, but she still mustered the courage to look up and meet Li Xiuyuan's gaze.

Li Xiuyuan smiled and said, "If Your Majesty does not know, then let me teach Your Majesty."

After saying that, without thinking twice, he put his arm around the Queen of the Women's Kingdom's slender waist, picked her up, and walked away into the distance.

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom did not resist; she simply enjoyed the feeling and couldn't even muster the will to resist. She found the feeling wonderful and thoroughly enjoyed it.

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Before we knew it, the sun had slowly set a little, and an hour had passed.

Deep within the quaint courtyard, Li Xiuyuan emerged from the doorway and chuckled, "Isn't Your Majesty coming out yet? Perhaps you're still shy?"

Then, the Queen of the Women's Kingdom was led out of the room by Li Xiuyuan. Her cheeks were flushed, and her eyes were filled with tenderness, a stark contrast to her regal demeanor as the Queen in the main hall.

Li Xiuyuan walked ahead, holding the Queen of the Women's Kingdom's hand, but he walked quite slowly because the Queen walked very awkwardly, quite differently from how she usually did.

Seeing the Queen of the Women's Kingdom walking so awkwardly, Li Xiuyuan couldn't help but laugh and say, "Your Majesty must have had a hard time just now."

The Queen of the Women's Kingdom lowered her head and chuckled, saying in a sweet, coquettish voice, "I don't blame you; it was my own choice."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan hugged her and said, "What a wonderful person you are. I will definitely cherish you in the future."

Along the willow-lined bank, artificial hills stand one after another, and between them, another gust of wind and rain rises, lasting for several days.

As darkness fell, Tang Sanzang and his disciples waited for news of Li Xiuyuan's return. Since Li Xiuyuan left, they had been living in this small attic.

However, what puzzled them was that these female soldiers of the Women's Kingdom did not allow them to step out of the pavilion.

Outside the pavilion, even more troops were stationed to guard it. There were layers upon layers of guards, and every few steps there was a watchtower. It was quite a formidable force.

Then, as night deepened, Tang Sanzang couldn't help but ask, "Wukong, the Bodhisattva has been gone for so long, why hasn't she replied yet? We're being heavily guarded and confined here."

Chapter 552 The Empress's Wedding

What should we do? It would be fine if we were only confined for a few days, but if we were imprisoned for several years, it would really ruin our great mission of obtaining the scriptures.

If that's truly the case, none of us will attain Buddhahood or achieve enlightenment. We will remain trapped in the cycle of rebirth within the six realms, committing countless sins and reaping countless evil consequences. Alas, truly, Amitabha Buddha, how pitiful, how pitiful!

Sun Wukong was furious, but had nowhere to vent his anger. He didn't want to hurt Tang Sanzang, so he could only turn away.

However, Little King Kong couldn't take it anymore and shouted, "What a damn damn bald monk! You've asked this question hundreds of times on the forum. If you have the guts, then say it! Why don't you just drink water instead of being cowardly?"

Tang Sanzang then said, "Alas, children speak without thinking. How could a child understand Buddhist and Taoist principles of cause and effect? ​​How could he possibly comprehend the profound meaning I am conveying?"

Seeing that Tang Sanzang was so shameless, everyone had no choice but to give up and then fell silent again.

After a long while, Little Vajra suddenly spoke up: "Senior brother, do you know why the Queen summoned Master over?"

Sun Wukong looked puzzled and said, "Of course I don't know. Do you know?"

Little King Kong nodded and said, "Senior brother, actually I have another superpower, which is to hear the wind, and I should have another superpower, which is to see a thousand miles."

That day, I was in the main hall, and I noticed something was off about the way the Queen of the Women's Kingdom looked at my master. Later, I used my super hearing to understand the whole story.

Sun Wukong was overjoyed upon hearing this and said, "Why didn't you tell me sooner? Tell me quickly."

Then Little King Kong spoke up: "Actually, it's nothing much. It's just that the Queen of the Women's Kingdom wanted Master to marry her and then leave Master in the Women's Kingdom to be the Queen."

Little King Kong's words caused an uproar throughout the courtyard. In everyone's mind, Li Xiuyuan was a bodhisattva, comparable to a saint.

The all-powerful Great Sun Dragon Bodhisattva actually wants to marry and have children in the mortal realm, and even become the queen of the Women's Kingdom. How amazing!

If Li Xiuyuan were truly free, breaking free from his cage would have been quite easy for him, and he would likely have already passed away long ago.

However, why did Li Xiuyuan take so long to arrive? Could it be that he had something important to do, or that he was entangled in some thorny matter?

But at this moment, Little King Kong suddenly spoke up again: "Master is here. I heard Master speak."

Upon hearing that Li Xiuyuan was coming back, Tang Sanzang and his disciples immediately relaxed after a tense day.