CHAPTER 536: CHAPTER 475, THE EMPRESS SUMMONS_2

Sun Wukong scratched his head and chuckled, "I know the Emperor means well for me; why would I think of running away? I, Old Sun, will definitely finish copying the scriptures 20,000 times."

Bai Jin spoke contentedly, "That’s good, off you go!"

Sun Wukong turned and ran outside, not putting down the basket of Flat Peaches. What? Gifts for Emperor Gouchen? You must have heard wrong. These are mine.

...

In the Immortal Peach Orchard, Sun Wukong lay perched on a Flat Peach Tree, holding a brush and copying scriptures on paper in front of him. Every few sentences, he had to moisten the brush in his mouth to wet the ink, making his lips pitch black.

Every now and then, he would glance at the nearby peaches and could only resign himself; if he ate more Flat Peaches, the Emperor might make him copy the scriptures tens of thousands of times.

...

In the Turquoise Pool, the Bodhisattva Guanyin stood holding a Willow Branch, with the Jade Emperor sitting beside her.

The Bodhisattva Guanyin frowned and said, "Your Majesty, it seems Sun Wukong has stopped stealing the peaches."

The Jade Emperor smiled and said, "This monkey has actually become obedient, which is rare and admirable. It shows that Master Puti’s teachings are effective!"

The Bodhisattva Guanyin gave a cold laugh, "Your Majesty, it’s obviously Bai Jin meddling. Are you going to let him run wild? If it continues this way, what about the Westward Journey?"

The Jade Emperor chuckled, "Bodhisattva, you are mistaken. Bai Jin hasn’t been to the Immortal Peach Orchard; what could he do? You shouldn’t underestimate the educational power of Master Puti!"

The Bodhisattva Guanyin was speechless. When did I underestimate Master Puti’s teachings?

"If Your Majesty doesn’t control Bai Jin, there’s no need to proceed with the Westward Journey. The Buddha’s Ascension Calamity should start from the Heavenly Court."

The Jade Emperor paused his laughter, then spoke somewhat helplessly after a moment of silence, "It’s true that the younger generation is to be feared! Nowadays, a junior can threaten me.

Well then, please visit Sun Wukong."

The Bodhisattva Guanyin bowed in gratitude, "Thank you, Your Majesty!" and then floated away.

...

In the Immortal Peach Orchard, Sun Wukong grumbled as he copied the scriptures, "20,000 times, 20,000 times. When Old Sun becomes stronger, I will definitely pin down Emperor Gouchen and beat him 20,000 times on the ground."

Thinking that Emperor Gouchen is the strongest in the Three Realms, he felt somewhat hopeless. This goal would be hard to accomplish soon, at least not within a hundred, no, a thousand years. He could only gnash his teeth in frustration.

Suddenly a voice called out from below, "Great Sage Equal to Heaven~"

Sun Wukong abruptly sat up and saw below him a female fairy dressed in white, wearing a white veil and holding a Willow Branch.

Curious, Sun Wukong asked, "Who are you? What business do you have with Old Sun?"

The female fairy smiled, "I am Guanyin of the South Sea. I’ve long heard of the Great Sage’s renown and came especially to see you."

Sun Wukong realized and said, "So you’re the Bodhisattva Guanyin. I’ve heard of you."

The Bodhisattva Guanyin, puzzled, asked, "Great Sage, why are you copying the scriptures here?"

Annoyed, Sun Wukong cried, "Don’t mention it! Old Sun just picked a few Flat Peaches, and Emperor Gouchen would not let it go, claiming that taking without informing is equivalent to stealing. He even locked me in a small dark room for many, many years. Now he even makes me copy these scriptures. It’s utterly unreasonable."

The Bodhisattva Guanyin thought for a moment, then suddenly said, "Great Sage, is Emperor Gouchen harming you?"

Sun Wukong’s eyes sparkled as he quickly asked, "Harming me? How is he harming me?"

The Bodhisattva Guanyin smiled and said, "We cultivators value the Heart Realm most. Acting in accordance with your heart leads to success in all things. Going against your heart can lead you to the Demon Path.

Grand Saint, you pride yourself on your pride and yearn for freedom. Emperor Gouchen oppresses you with his power and even makes you copy scriptures, which suppresses your true nature. Over time, the Great Sage will lose his original heart and edge, becoming no different from the other Heavenly Court Gods."

Sun Wukong’s hand trembled, and the brush fell from his grasp. Disbelieving, he said, "Is Emperor Gouchen actually suppressing me? And harming me with such means? Why?"

The Bodhisattva Guanyin shook her head, "That remains unknown.

Great Saint, how you choose to proceed from here is up to you."

The figure of the Bodhisattva Guanyin disappeared amidst a burst of Buddha Light.

In the Turquoise Pool, the Jade Emperor calmly said, "Just like that?"

The Bodhisattva Guanyin appeared nearby, smiling as she said: "Sun Wukong has always disliked being suppressed. All he needs is an excuse, and he can rightfully rise up in resistance. Your Majesty, just watch."

Both of them looked towards the pond, which reflected the scenery of the Immortal Peach Orchard.

Sun Wukong’s expression changed several times. He grabbed the paper, suddenly flung it up, and roared angrily: "You conniving Emperor Gouchen, I won’t copy this useless scripture anymore!" The papers immediately flew about in the air.

Sun Wukong laughed heartily as he jumped from one tree to another, picking a large number of Flat Peaches and began to eat heartily atop the tree, his face beaming with joy. This was the true him – the great Sage Equalling Heaven, Monkey King Sun Wukong.

...

A Green Light landed before the Bird’s Nest, and with a swirl, Qingluan’s figure appeared.

Qingluan called out, "Is Brother Bai Jin at home?"

Bai Jin walked out from the Bird’s Nest, smiling and said: "No wonder I’ve been hearing the magpies chattering joyfully all day, it turns out Junior Sister has come to visit, this is truly delightful."

"Brother, you won’t be laughing soon. Please accompany me on a little trip!"

Qingluan looked at Bai Jin with a mischievous glint in her eyes. Thinking back on the last time she suffered a disaster on behalf of Bai Jin by drinking the poisoned soup meant for him, she felt a twinge of resentment. Now she could finally have a good laugh at Brother Bai Jin’s antics. Oh! Her Majesty’s little whip is coming into play~

"Sister’s invitation can’t be delayed; where would you like to go?"

"Her Majesty has summoned us! Let’s go~" Qingluan said with a smile, her feet summoning clouds as she headed towards outer space.

Bai Jin felt a surge of unease and hurriedly followed, flying beside Qingluan, feeling a sense of foreboding. He needed to inquire some insider information in advance to prepare himself.

With a warm smile, Bai Jin asked, "Sister, have you eaten?"

"We Immortal Gods do not need to eat."

"But even if it’s not necessary, you should still eat a little! Her Majesty once said, ’Only gourmet food should not be slighted.’"

Qingluan paused, perplexed, "Did Her Majesty really say that?"

"Sister, if you have some free time, you might visit my Bird’s Nest. I could teach you some delicious dishes. When you return to Wa Emperor Heaven, you can offer them to Her Majesty. Feeling your filial piety, she will surely be delighted."

Qingluan’s eyes lit up; Brother Bai Jin’s idea didn’t seem bad at all! She immediately said with a laugh: "Thank you, Brother!"

Bai Jin laughed heartily, "That’s more like it~ Sister should smile more, you look so adorable when you smile, just like a flower."

Qingluan muttered internally, wondering if he could still smile if he were poisoned.

Bai Jin quietly asked, "Sister, what does Her Majesty want from me?"

Qingluan shook her head, "I don’t know what Her Majesty’s matters are!"

Bai Jin choked, realizing that this Qingluan was not easy to deal with this time. Pretending to be surprised, he said: "Sister, you’ve become even prettier since I last saw you."

Qingluan touched her lovely face and said, "Really?"

"Of course, in all of Chaos, apart from Her Majesty, you are the most beautiful."

Qingluan’s face showed delight, secretly pleased with herself, indeed she thought the same.

"Moreover, Sister’s Cultivation has also improved significantly. Ascending to the rank of the strongest beings is just around the corner! Sister seems destined to achieve sainthood."

"It’s just a little improvement!" Qingluan couldn’t hide her glee as she spoke.

Qingluan coughed softly and whispered, "It seems to be about Sun Wukong."

Sun Wukong? Bai Jin thought thoughtfully, materializing a box of tea leaves in his hand, handing it to Qingluan with a smile, "Sister, this is a treasured box of fine tea from the Taiji Tea Mother Tree. I’ve heard you enjoy tea, so I’m giving it to you."

Qingluan’s eyes sparkled, hurriedly asking, "Is it from the Taiji Tea Mother Tree of Taishang Saint?"

Bai Jin nodded, "Yes!"

In Qingluan’s mind, a little black figure popped out, angrily yelling, "Don’t accept it! Isn’t he the one who caused your poisoning?"

Another little white figure jumped out, excitedly yelling, "Accept it! Your poisoning was due to your own gluttony; what does it have to do with our honest Brother?"