Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 455 - 418 Don’t be Deceived by Monsters Again_2

Chapter 455: Chapter 418 Don’t be Deceived by Monsters Again_2

Seeing Zhu Bajie get kicked again and writhing in pain on the ground, Sun Wukong couldn’t help but burst into hearty laughter and said, "Poor Bajie, I’m afraid you can forget about ever getting a wife."

While Sun Wukong was laughing at Zhu Bajie’s sorry state, amused beyond measure, he did not forget what was really at stake. After the monster kicked Zhu Bajie, it leapt up, ready to escape.

At that moment, Sun Wukong suddenly made a move. Merging two fingers, he pointed gently towards the escaping white light, shooting out a beam of golden light. In an instant, it turned into a golden net that enveloped the white light.

Trapped by the golden net, the monster could no longer escape and frantically struggled, continuously uttering high-pitched squeals.

It was then that Sun Wukong finally saw the true form of the monster—it was actually a white rabbit.

Zhu Bajie also saw the true form of the monster and, furrowing his brow, said, "Who would’ve thought? After all this trouble, it turns out to be just this rabbit causing mischief."

Seeing no escape, the Jade Rabbit began to speak human language, pleading, "Great Sage, spare my life, please spare my life!"

Just then, Zhu Bajie jumped up from the ground, clasping his rake with both legs and rushed over comically. Furious, he said, "Watch me, Old Pig, tear you into a thousand pieces!"

Sun Wukong quickly gestured, and the golden net with the Jade Rabbit flew directly into his hands. Zhu Bajie, swinging at the air, turned and frowned at Sun Wukong, "Brother Monkey, why are you protecting this demon? Just let me finish him with one strike to relieve my heart of this hatred."

Sun Wukong took out a Mutton Fat Jade Bottle and tossed it to Zhu Bajie, chuckling, "You better heal your injuries first! If they aren’t treated in time, you really will end your lineage."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Bajie hurriedly caught the jade bottle and poured out the elixir inside, stuffing it all into his mouth.

The Jade Rabbit was already scared half to death, but fortunately, Sun Wukong had intervened in time, at least sparing its life for the moment. It quickly said to Sun Wukong, "Thank you, Great Sage, for saving my life."

Sun Wukong smiled and said, "Don’t celebrate too soon, you evil spirit. Just because you’ve caused havoc, doesn’t mean I’ll let you off."

The Jade Rabbit hurriedly said, "This humble one is willing to accept punishment, just spare my life, Great Sage."

Just then, a clump of Auspicious Clouds suddenly descended from the sky, carrying a group of female immortals.

Sun Wukong couldn’t help but slightly frown. Zhu Bajie quickly whispered, "The one leading them is the Taiyin Star Lord, and the rest are female immortals from the Lunar Palace. I wonder what they are doing here."

Then, the Taiyin Star Lord spoke, "Great Sage Sun, please show mercy, spare this sinful creature’s life."

Sun Wukong bowed and said, "May I ask what brings the Taiyin Star Lord here?"

The Taiyin Star Lord smiled and said, "I have specifically come for this sinful creature."

"Are you talking about this rabbit?" Sun Wukong knowingly asked, looking at the rabbit in his hand.

The Taiyin Star Lord smiled and nodded, "This creature is indeed the Jade Rabbit from my Lunar Palace, who makes the Pounding Dark Frost Immortal Medicine. It snuck out by unlocking the Jade Gate Golden Lock a year ago. I predicted that it was facing a deadly disaster today, and I have come to save its life. Great Sage, please spare her life for my sake!"

"So it’s the medicine-making Jade Rabbit from the Lunar Palace. No wonder it can wield the Medicine Pestle."

Sun Wukong slightly nodded and said, "Star Lord, you might not know, but this Jade Rabbit not only kidnapped the Princess of Tianzhu but also impersonated her, causing chaos everywhere."

"Moreover, after we arrived in Tianzhu, this Jade Rabbit used the princess’s betrothal as a pretext to try and seize my master Xuanzang’s Yang Essence. How can such a crime be easily forgiven?"

The Taiyin Star Lord nodded and said, "Great Sage, I only just learned of this. You might not know, the Princess of Tianzhu was originally Su E Immortal from my Moon Palace. She previously had slapped this Jade Rabbit, who has harbored a grudge ever since. Later, Su E Immortal descended to the lower realm and was reborn as the Princess of Tianzhu."

"This Jade Rabbit kidnapped her to exact revenge for that slap, causing her to suffer in Bujin Temple. This could be seen as karmic retribution. Nonetheless, the creature’s intent to absorb Xuanzang’s Yang Essence is indeed unforgivable."

"Fortunately, Great Sage, you have discerned the truth and Xuanzang is unharmed, thus preventing a great disaster. Since Xuanzang is safe, I hope for Great Sage to forgive it this time, considering my request. Let me take it back, and I will certainly punish her severely."

"To spare her life can be considered, but I, Old Sun, have a request to ask, and I hope the Star Lord will grant it,"

Sun Wukong said, smiling.

The Taiyin Star Lord quickly said, "Great Sage, whatever you command, as long as it is within my power, I will not deny."

Sun Wukong flew to the side of the Taiyin Star Lord and whispered something quietly.

Upon hearing this, the Taiyin Star Lord fell silent for a while, then nodded in agreement.

Afterwards, Taiyin Star Lord took away the Jade Rabbit.

Just as Taiyin Star Lord and the others were about to depart, Sun Wukong stopped them again.

"What else is there, Great Sage?" Taiyin Star Lord inquired.

Smiling, Sun Wukong said, "Please trouble Old Taiyin to take a trip with us to Tianzhu Country and explain to the king about the Jade Rabbit impersonating the princess and provide clear evidence."

"Firstly, to show Old Sun’s capabilities, and secondly, to discuss the reasons for Su E’s descent, then having the king bring Princess Su E back into the palace."

"Very well, very well!" Taiyin Star Lord hastily agreed, "It’s a minor matter; let us accompany you on this trip!"

So, Taiyin Star Lord, accompanied by numerous Female Immortals and Sun Wukong’s group, arrived at the Imperial Palace of Tianzhu Country. Sun Wukong shouted loudly at the palace, "Emperor and Empress of Tianzhu Country, and all the concubines in the Inner Palace, come out quickly."

The Emperor of Tianzhu recognized the voice of Sun Wukong and hurried out with the concubines, alarmed, raising his head only to see auspicious clouds enveloping the sky. Sun Wukong and many celestial beings floated mid-air; the emperor knew celestial deities had descended and hurriedly knelt in worship.

Smiling, Sun Wukong said, "Listen, Emperor of Tianzhu. The one below this banner of treasures is Taiyin Star Lord from the Moon Palace; the female immortals on each side are Chang’e from the moon. This Jade Rabbit here is your Fake Princess; now the truth is revealed."

The emperor, along with the concubines, quickly knelt in gratitude. Following this, Taiyin Star Lord roughly explained the causes and effects of the events to the emperor, who hastily worshipped heaven.

With the matter concluded, Taiyin Star Lord rose into the air with a group of Female Immortals and headed straight for the Moon Palace.

Zhu Bajie watched the departing Female Immortals, visibly reluctantly.

Mocking him, Sun Wukong said, "You fool, are you still thinking about your Rainbow Feathered Fairy?"

Zhu Bajie waved his hand and said, "Old Bajie merely reminisces about the days when I was Marshal Tianpeng. Seeing acquaintances from the celestial Court naturally makes me nostalgic."

At this moment, the Emperor of Tianzhu couldn’t help but shed tears as he said, "Now that the demons have been subdued, my true princess is still missing."

"I ascended the throne in my childhood and have never left the city; where am I to look for you, my unfortunate child!"

Laughing, Sun Wukong said, "Emperor of Tianzhu, you need not be sad. Your true princess has already been rescued by us. Wait in the palace, and I will bring the true princess back to the palace shortly."

Hearing this, the emperor broke into a smile and said, "If so, many thanks to the Divine Monk. If you can help me find the princess, I will definitely repay you greatly."

Turning to Zhu Bajie, Sun Wukong said, "Bajie, find Old Lion first and have him bring the true princess here. Afterward, we can quickly be on our way!"

"Alright, Brother Monkey!"

Zhu Bajie rose into the air and headed towards the forest.

Soon, three figures approached the Imperial Palace.

It was Zhu Bajie and the Nine Spirits Holy Yuan, bringing back the true princess.

The emperor, upon seeing the true princess return, couldn’t help but show a look of surprise.

"Thank you, Divine Monks. Had it not been for you, I might never have seen my daughter in this lifetime," the emperor said gratefully. "Please stay a few more days here, so that I can entertain you properly!"

"No need, our master has already left the city. Emperor, you should simply look after yourself in the future and not be deceived by demons again!"

Sun Wukong said, smiling.

Zhu Bajie initially wanted to agree, but hearing Sun Wukong’s words, he could only suppress his appetite and sighed.

The emperor and princess watched as Sun Wukong and the others departed, their feelings mixed.

"I shall build a temple for the Divine Monks, as the only way to express my gratitude!"