Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 242 - 243: Dare to Touch Our Master and See What Happens

Chapter 242: Chapter 243: Dare to Touch Our Master and See What Happens

They actually passed through that calamity so easily.

Although they didn’t know the specifics, the four Westward Journey companions didn’t care and continued on their path.

And up ahead was Flat Top Mountain, where a cave called Lotus Cave could be found.

In the cave, there were two demons, one was Golden Horn King, and the other was Silver Horn King.

Golden Horn sat in the top seat and said to Silver Horn, "Brother, how long has it been since we patrolled the mountain?"

After pondering for a moment, Silver Horn replied, "It’s been half a month."

Golden Horn nodded, as if remembering something, and then said, "Brother, come patrol the mountain with me today."

Hearing Golden Horn’s words, Silver Horn became somewhat puzzled and asked, "Why patrol the mountain today?"

"Little brother, you are not aware. I heard that a monk from the Great Tang of the Eastern Land has come to seek scriptures in the Western Direction. There are four of them, known as Sun Walker, Zhu Bajie, Sand Monk, even including their horse. Let’s capture them all."

Silver Horn neither agreed nor disagreed, disdainfully saying, "If we want to eat humans, can’t we find some anywhere? Why bother with these monks? Let them go on their way."

"You do not understand. Xuanzang is the Golden Cicada reincarnated, a good man who’s cultivated for ten lifetimes without losing a trace of his Yang Essence. Whoever eats his flesh could extend their life and gain Longevity, much like celestial and earthly spiritual objects."

Silver Horn couldn’t help but exclaim in surprise, "If eating his flesh can really extend life and ensure Longevity, then what’s the point of our meditation and training? If what big brother says is true, I will go capture them directly."

Seeing his brother’s eagerness, Golden Horn couldn’t help but laugh and shake his head, saying, "Brother, you are a bit too anxious. Don’t rush. If you leave here, you might catch any monk, but it would be no good if it’s not Xuanzang. I remember what he looks like. I will draw a picture so when we encounter these monks, we can use it for comparison."

Silver Horn took the portrait drawn by Golden Horn, learned the names, and then left the cave to assemble thirty little demons for a patrol on the mountain.

As Golden Horn watched Silver Horn leave, although they both hoped to capture Xuanzang, he knew that since Xuanzang was fated by heaven, capturing him with their power wouldn’t be easy.

Whether it was Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, or even Sand Monk, they were all incredibly powerful beings, and only Xuanzang could be somewhat easier to deal with.

Golden Horn was clearly unaware of the incident with Lady White Bone; otherwise, he wouldn’t have underestimated Sun Wukong and the others.

And up ahead, Kui Wood Wolf had somehow escaped.

He was far more concerned about the Calamity of Measurement than his brother.

After descending to the lower realm, they indulged in food and drink daily and even killed quite a few people.

The departure of Kui Wood Wolf was a surprise to Golden Horn, for Kui Wood Wolf was quite strong himself, and yet he had fled without even seeing the Journey to the West party.

This also sparked a manhunt from the celestial Court.

If it weren’t for seeing this scene, Golden Horn might have wanted to take Silver Horn and leave as well.

Of course, aside from not being able to leave, they also possessed treasures bestowed by Elder Lord, which made them abandon the idea of fleeing.

Perhaps there was still a chance they could truly eat Xuanzang’s flesh.

By then, perhaps their Cultivation Level would greatly improve.

It was an opportunity intertwined with risk and opportunity, and he naturally wanted to seize it, even possibly escaping the Calamity of Measurement and roam carefree between heaven and earth.

...

Meanwhile, the four continued their trek, now entering the territory of Flat Top Mountain.

Even though they had traveled great distances and weren’t too exhausted, they still needed to rest a bit.

"This old pig is exhausted, it’s time for a good rest!"

Zhu Bajie sat down on a large rock, let out a sigh of relief, and began to rest.

Sun Wukong’s eyes flickered as he turned to Zhu Bajie and said, "Blockhead, go scout ahead, and if you encounter demons remember to shout out. Let Master go save them!"

"Brother Monkey, what are you talking about? Would I, old Pig, be afraid?"

Zhu Bajie snorted coldly, though he wanted to be careful, as Tianpeng incarnate, he was not afraid of some little demon or monster.

However, Zhu Bajie quickly realized something; if Sun Wukong wasn’t going, why should he?

Before Zhu Bajie could speak up,

Sun Wukong had already said, "If that’s the case, then go quickly. We will continue on our journey when our group of four regroups!"

Zhu Bajie, who was just about to say something, saw the other three looking over and felt compelled to agree, to avoid being seen as cowardly.

Zhu Bajie walked forward.

There, between rugged mountains and steep peaks,

several little demons were patrolling.

One with the body of a human and the head of a dog.

One with the body of a human and the head of a fox.

One with the body of a human and the head of a rat.

These little demons were clearly not strong enough to fully shapeshift yet.

"I didn’t expect to encounter demons after just a few steps!"

Zhu Bajie hadn’t expected to encounter demons so soon, but he wasn’t worried.

They were just a few little demons, after all.

"Who goes there?"

As Zhu Bajie spotted the little demons, they too noticed him, and one of them shouted.

Zhu Bajie’s ears perked up as he looked toward the demons.

"I’m just passing through!"

Zhu Bajie wasn’t foolish enough to reveal his identity.

After all, a monk on a pilgrimage was the most dangerous target during the Calamity of Measurement, attracting countless Demons and Monsters.

"So you’re just passing through. With such an ugly look, go ahead then!"

One of the demons spoke up, allowing Zhu Bajie to pass, as he looked somewhat similar to them.

"I can just go like that?"

Zhu Bajie felt relieved in his heart, glad to avoid a fight. He had thought he might need to take action.

Since the demons let him pass, he naturally wasn’t going to look for trouble.

"Wait!"

Just at this moment, one of the fox-headed demons looked towards Zhu Bajie, who was about to walk past.

"What now?"

"Have you seen a monk from the Eastern Land passing by?"

Zhu Bajie’s eyes shifted cunningly as he realized these demons were indeed looking for his master, and he shook his head, saying, "No, no, I’m just from around the nearby hilltop, how could I possibly know any monk!"

"From a nearby hilltop?"

The three little demons scrutinized Zhu Bajie closely.

"How come we’ve never seen you?"

"Right, I seemed to have just seen a pig in the Great King’s portrait!"

"Exactly, we should bring him to the Great King to be sure!"

The three little demons decided then and there to take Zhu Bajie to their Great King.

Zhu Bajie frowned, his eyes shifting again; he certainly didn’t want to meet any Great King, but perhaps he could lead these little demons to his master.

"Oh, you want to see a monk from the Eastern Land, I got it now, you should have said so earlier!"

Zhu Bajie then said, "If you want to see him, come with me and take a look!"

Upon hearing Zhu Bajie speak like this, the three demons couldn’t help but show delight.

They were patrolling the mountains precisely to find that monk from the Eastern Land, and now they could meet him, they would surely earn great merit.

"Oh, you know? Take us there!"

One of the demons said.

"Sure, I’ll lead you, keep close!"

Zhu Bajie nodded and turned back in the direction they came from.

Before long, up ahead they could see a white horse, a plump monk, and the furry-faced Sun Walker.

"Bajie is back, Master!"

"Second Senior Brother is back, but why do I see three demons following him?"

Sun Wukong was the first to notice, followed by Sand Monk, who became suspicious and curious when they saw the people behind Zhu Bajie.

By this time, Xuanzang also looked over and saw a group of four figures approaching slowly.

Moreover, all of them had the body of a human but heads of beasts, making them appear to be a gang.

"This certainly is the monk the Great King is looking for!"

One of the mouse-headed demons exclaimed in amazement.

"Indeed, now we can go back and report!"

"The Great King will surely grant us great merit and bestow something upon us!"

Upon seeing the group ahead, the Three Demons started dancing with joy as if they were already receiving their rewards.

"Are you leaving just like that?"

Zhu Bajie saw them turning to leave and couldn’t help but speak up.

"Elder Brother Pig, don’t worry, we will be back soon!"

By now, they had confirmed that this pig must also be a part of the group on the Journey to the West.

"Keep dreaming, do you really think you can just come here and then leave?"

Zhu Bajie saw his brothers and master ahead and naturally wouldn’t let them go.

"Amitabha, Heaven values all lives, these are just a few little demons, there’s no need for this!"

Just as the four were about to clash, the voice of Xuanzang came floating over.

The three demons heard it and couldn’t help but turn their heads to look.

They saw the monk with a strong aura and appeared to have a high level of cultivation; how could the three of them battle these four.

"You stupid pig, get out of the way quick, let us leave, and there will be good fruit for you to enjoy; if not, you can’t avoid being deep-fried!"

"Exactly, if you don’t want to die, get out of the way fast!"

At this point, the demons realized they were at a disadvantage in numbers, and fighting would do them no good, so they decided to leave the place for now.

"..."

The little demons hurled insults, but Zhu Bajie didn’t move at all; he stood there coldly and murmured, "You want to leave? Can you?"

"Amitabha, esteemed demons, where do you wish to go?"

The voice of Xuanzang came again.

"Where we want to go is none of your business, monk!"

"I advise you, monk, not to meddle, tell your disciple to move aside; if not, we will not be polite!"

"That’s right, move aside quickly, or even you, monk, won’t enjoy good fruit!"

The few demons sneered, all looking towards Xuanzang. This Zhu Bajie might have some skills, but in front of them, this monk surely didn’t stand a chance.

If a fight broke out, they would lose, so they just had to subdue the monk, and then these monks would be nothing to worry about.

"Who dares to touch my master?"

Speaking, Zhu Bajie didn’t even try to block and stood firm in front of Xuanzang.

"Try and touch him, just try!"

Sun Wukong sat to the side, watching the scene, as if he was completely assured of their inability to act.

Only Sand Monk stood up nervously since Xuanzang was crucial to the Journey to the West.

"Well, you dare to underestimate us!"

The three little demons shouted loudly, charging straight towards Xuanzang!