I'm Dreaming of a Journey to the West

Li Chen led his companions and slowly set off from the towering and misty floating terrace, embarking on a journey full of warmth and memories - to visit the simple and kind villagers they met along the way.

When they finally arrived at their destination, they found that the villagers, once plagued by suffering, had returned to peaceful and tranquil lives. Those living near the mysterious Millennium Bat Cave, in particular, had completely bid farewell to their former fears. The gruesome sight of corpses lying scattered across the cold, hard ground was now a thing of the past.

Although the villagers were unaware of Li Chen and his companions' identities, they were filled with admiration when they saw their extraordinary demeanor, graceful demeanor, and elegant temperament. Furthermore, it was thanks to Li Chen and his companions' heroic assistance that the villagers escaped their predicament and regained their lives. Therefore, this life-saving grace was deeply engraved in the hearts of each villager, and they naturally felt an instinctive affinity for Li Chen and his companions. Consequently, the hospitable villagers graciously invited Li Chen and his companions to stay and share a meal, expressing their endless gratitude.

Li Chen and his companions gladly accepted the villagers' kindness and stayed for a considerable time. During this time, they developed deep bonds with the villagers, sharing life's joys and sorrows. However, all good things must come to an end, and Li Chen and his companions ultimately decided to continue their journey, heading to Huaguo Mountain to visit the Demon-Slaying Army soldiers and the many adorable monkeys there.

When they arrived at Huaguo Mountain, the monkeys and the soldiers of the Demon-Slaying Army immediately gathered around them and excitedly told Li Chen about the thrilling battle. It turned out that the battle was extremely fierce, and the Buddhist disciples under the Buddha Tathagata were coming in with great force. The Demon-Slaying Army and the monkeys were in a desperate situation and almost couldn't hold on.

At the critical moment, as if by divine intervention, several powerful gods appeared in time to lend a hand, providing them with powerful support and assistance, thus turning the tide and turning defeat into victory. Everyone vividly described the thrilling scene, as if it were all still vivid in their minds.

As for the gods, they were none other than the renowned Hou Tu Niangniang, Feng Bo Fei Lian, and Yu Shi Ping Yi. At that moment, the three of them were in the Water Curtain Cave. When they saw Li Chen arrive, they couldn't help but feel a surge of joy. So, everyone gathered together, drinking heartily and enjoying the joyful moment. As the glasses clinked, laughter and chatter filled the air.

Time slipped by unnoticed, and several days passed. Then, Li Chen and his companions embarked on their journey home, returning to the familiar and warm Jinsha Village. Upon hearing the news of Li Chen and his companions' return, the villagers of Jinsha Village were overjoyed and hurriedly decorated the house with lanterns and prepared a sumptuous feast to welcome them.

After this lively banquet, Li Chen and his companions were about to depart for a place of special significance: Chang'an. This city was not only the magnificent capital of the Tang Empire, but also the home of Li Zhaohuang's father, Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin. Carrying countless histories and legends, it captivated the public.

"Ah, we are finally back in Chang'an City!"

Li Chen stood in front of the city gate, gazing up at the towering city walls, and couldn't help but sigh. Recalling the scene when he first set foot here, it was as vivid as if it had happened yesterday.

However, time flies by, and now it has been nearly four or five years since he first arrived here. Although Li Chen still hasn't figured out why Tongtian Patriarch prevented him from returning to his original world, no matter how difficult the road ahead, he is always determined to return to the real world.

"Excuse me, are you Immortal Li Chen and Princess Fengyi?" A man dressed in brocade and holding a whisk, resembling a eunuch, approached quickly and asked with a broad smile. This man was an envoy personally sent by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, to await Li Chen and his companions.

You should know that since Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, encountered danger several times, he was always saved by Li Chen and was deeply grateful to him. Therefore, Emperor Taizong specially arranged for this eunuch to wait here day and night, just to wait for Li Chen and his party to return safely, so that he could personally meet Li Chen and others as soon as possible to express his gratitude and respect.

"Indeed! I am Li Chen, and this beautiful woman is your country's Princess Fengyi!" Li Chen held his head high, his voice resounding like a bell, echoing all around. Upon hearing this, the eunuch's smile widened, and he quickly bowed in greeting. Meanwhile, the many people gathered around him also beamed with joy, whispering to each other.

Some enthusiastic citizens could no longer contain their excitement, rubbing their hands and eager to rush forward to surround Li Chen and express their admiration and love for the hero. However, at this moment, the eunuch simply glanced at them calmly, and the originally noisy crowd instantly quieted down. Everyone looked at each other in bewilderment, and no one dared to take another step forward.

After all, this eunuch was a close official of the Emperor, deeply favored by him. For ordinary people, such a figure was not someone they could easily provoke. If, in a moment of impulse, they accidentally caused the Emperor's important affairs to fail, they would be hard-pressed to save themselves even if they had ten lives!

"In that case, please invite Immortal Li Chen and Princess Fengyi to come to the palace to meet the Holy Emperor!"

The eunuch just waved his hand, and then several gorgeously decorated sedan chairs appeared. Li Chen and his group sat on them, and the sedan chair bearers carried them to the palace.

In the palace, Li Chen and his group were warmly entertained by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin. Although it was a warm reception, Emperor Taizong was actually paying more attention to his precious daughter.

After all, his precious daughter had gone through so many dangerous battles with Li Chen, so he cared more about his daughter. Li Chen had never drunk alcohol because he was seriously ill when he was young, but now that he had reached the physique of a saint, he naturally wanted to experience the feeling of being drunk!

Therefore, when Li Chen drank, he did not use his magic power and physique as a saint to resist alcohol, so he got drunk very quickly.

"I'm not drunk! I'm not drunk!" Li Chen kept muttering this as he staggered along. His once handsome face was now flushed with alcohol, and his eyes were blurry.

Fairy Hibiscus and the Fire-Eating Scorpion struggled to lift the already drunken Li Chen and walked towards the room. Along the way, Li Chen struggled from time to time, mumbling something, but it was all unclear and difficult to hear.

After finally reaching the room, the two women gently placed Li Chen on the bed. Seeing him so out of control, they couldn't help but smile bitterly at each other. After all, Li Chen was usually so elegant and graceful, but now, after drinking so much, he had become like this.

Despite this, the two women carefully removed Li Chen's shoes and covered him with a blanket, hoping he could get a good night's sleep to wash away the alcohol and fatigue. After everything was arranged, Fairy Hibiscus and the Fire-Eating Poison Scorpion quietly left the room and returned to their respective rooms to rest.

Li Chen was left alone in the room, lying on his bed. Soon, he fell into a deep sleep. However, in this hazy dream, Li Chen saw two figures, one black and one white, appear before him. They stood there quietly, seemingly performing some mysterious act on him.

Gradually, Li Chen felt his spirit begin to uncontrollably leave his body, drifting slowly towards the two figures, one black and one white. It was as if an invisible force was pulling him, making him unable to resist. And so, Li Chen's spirit followed the two figures, one black and one white, and gradually drifted away.