Chaos Spirit Field

Early the next morning, the Zhou Dynasty's Emperor Ji Chan, accompanied by a group of court officials, stood at the gates of Haojing City, waiting. He was deeply puzzled. According to the plan, he was supposed to become sworn brothers with Xuanzang, the monk from Jinshan Temple, but now it was the owner of the Zhao Trading Company who had come to swear brotherhood? Did Buddhism look down on him, the common ruler of the world? The thought filled him with humiliation.

At that moment, Monk Xuanzang of Jinshan Temple finally appeared before the crowd. He was handsome, with delicate features, rosy lips and white teeth, and a slender figure. He truly lived up to the saying, "A man on the street is as beautiful as jade, a young man unparalleled in the world!" His good looks astonished everyone present, and even captivated the young woman, causing her to faint on the spot.

Xuanzang's arrival caused a stir among the people, and Zhao Shanhe's true appearance heightened the already lively atmosphere. His appearance was beyond description. "Unparalleled in the world!" The words spontaneously crossed everyone's mind. Such a perfect person could not possibly exist.

Zhao Shanhe waved his hand, signaling everyone to quiet down. He strode up to Xuanzang and said straight to the point, "Xuanzang, let's begin our sworn brotherhood."

Xuanzang was slightly taken aback, clearly startled by the sudden proposal. He smiled awkwardly and responded, "Boss Zhao, this is too sudden, isn't it?"

Zhao Shanhe frowned, seeming somewhat dissatisfied with Xuanzang's hesitation. He waved his hand impatiently, urging, "How could I possibly become sworn brothers with you if I wasn't forced to do so? Hurry up and complete the process, and then you can go to the West to obtain the scriptures. Remember, don't bother me again unless it's something serious!"

Seeing this, Xuanzang could only nod helplessly. He took a deep breath, adjusted his mindset, and prepared to perform the sworn brotherhood ceremony as Zhao Shanhe requested.

"God bless you, I, Zhao Zilong, wish to become brothers with Xuanzang. We will share happiness and hardship, and we will endure life and death together. If I break this oath, I will be struck by lightning!"

As the two concluded their oaths, a mysterious aura quietly permeated the air. After carefully confirming the situation from the shadows, Zhunti Taoist finally felt relieved, his last remaining doubts completely dispelled.

After completing the process, Xuanzang mounted his white horse, took his package, and set off alone. The Buddhists had already planned the route for the journey; as long as they followed the map, they would reach the Great Leiyin Temple in the Western Paradise and obtain the true scriptures.

Zhao Shanhe watched Xuanzang's departing back, his previous reluctance gone. He said to the Taoist Zhunti beside him, "Master Zhunti, thank you for your help. The karma between Zhao Shanhe and me is finally settled. I have a piece of advice for you: Hou Tu Niangniang and the Queen of Heaven are not to be trifled with. A mad woman can do anything."

Zhunti Taoist ultimately chose Xuanzang as the pilgrim for the pilgrimage because of the Empress of Heaven and the Goddess of Earth. Haojing, the capital of the Zhou Dynasty and the territories of the Chan Sect, was the starting point for the Journey to the West. No matter which Buddhist disciple they sent, they were subject to substitution. Xuanzang was an exception. He was the reincarnation of Zhao Shanhe, and the Chan Sect dared not tamper with him. As Zhao Zilong said, a woman gone mad is terrifying; even Yuanshi Tianzun would retreat.

"Thank you for the reminder, nephew, what are your plans next?

Zhao Shanhe smiled and said, "Master Zhunti, I understand your concerns. If Xuanzang doesn't ask me to, I won't leave Sanxian Island, okay? Let's say goodbye now."

Taoist Zhunti was a little worried, so he followed Zhao Shanhe all the way to Sanxian Island and set up a warning formation before leaving.

Zhao Shanhe saw everything but said nothing. Yang Xiaochan asked, "Husband, what are you looking at?"

"Nothing, Xiaochan, we can't be intimate anymore."

Yang Xiaochan asked in confusion: "Husband, even if I get pregnant, it won't have much impact."

Zhao Shanhe teased, "If this body of mine is a clone, would you still be willing?"

"Husband, you have to be kidding. How could this be a clone?"

"Xiao Chan, when have I ever lied to you? If I can't even hide it from you, how can I hide it from a saint? The clone is only half as powerful as the original."

Although Zhao Shanhe didn't lie, he didn't explain it clearly. His clone technique was indeed amazing, but it was a pity that the Chaos Spirit Field couldn't be split into two, otherwise he would have sent a clone to obtain the scriptures.

In the underworld, beside the Naihe Bridge, Luo Tianshuang, who was making soup, had a glint of surprise in her eyes. She murmured softly, "My husband is not dead. How wonderful..."

Yuanshi Tianzun, who was far away in Yuxu Palace, was somewhat bewildered. It was unbelievable that the person seeking the scriptures was Zhao Shanhe. He quickly contacted Zhao Zilong and asked, "Disciple, was your plan successful?"

Zhao Zilong replied helplessly, "Master, the plan has failed. Zhunti Taoist has dug a big trap. After much thought, I've decided to give up. If I kill Zhao Shanhe, I'll offend the Queen Mother of the Underworld. It's really not worth it!"

After hearing this, Yuanshi Tianzun nodded slightly to show his understanding and comforted him, "Disciple, you have done very well. Sometimes man's plans are not as good as God's. You have tried your best. If the Buddhist sect asked Zhao Shanhe to go to the West to obtain the scriptures, I am afraid they would not get any good results."

Soon, word spread throughout the Three Realms that the pilgrim was Zhao Shanhe's reincarnation. However, the source of this news was impossible to trace. It must have come from a sage; no one else could have known. The most likely suspects were Yuanshi Tianzun and Tongtian Jiaozhu. The other sages were so bored and carefree. Since Zhao Shanhe was the only one who knew, he certainly wouldn't have sought such trouble.

This news eventually reached the ears of the Emperor of Heaven. He was so enraged that he smashed his beloved glass lamp to pieces and roared, "Master Zhunti, this Emperor will never let this go!"

Meanwhile, in Kunlun Yaochi, Yang Hui also received the news. Upon hearing this, she was filled with worry, not only for Zhao Shanhe, but also for her son, Yang Nianhe. She knew the Emperor of Heaven well, and he would never give up easily.

Tan Tai Ming Yue, in the Moon Palace, was equally worried. She felt completely lost, her mind a mess. She simply couldn't figure out which of Zhao Zilong and Xuan Zang was the true Zhao Shan He.

Zhunti Taoist was very depressed. He found Tongtian Patriarch, the instigator of the incident, and asked him, "Tongtian Patriarch, you are going too far. What is your purpose in doing this?"

Tongtian Patriarch jokingly said, "Master Zhunti, a pilgrim seeking the scriptures must go through eighty-one tribulations before achieving perfection. I'm not worried that his tribulations aren't enough and he won't achieve the right result. It's really hard to be a good person these days!"

Zhunti Taoist said angrily: "Master Tongtian, the prosperity of Buddhism is the promise of Heaven. Going against Heaven will have a price to pay. You'd better take care of yourself."

Tongtian Sect Master said coldly: "Master Zhunti, who gave you the courage to speak to me like this? I really give you face. If you want to leave, you can take my sword."