Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 533 - 454 The Cataclysm of the Three Realms Begins_2

Chapter 533: Chapter 454 The Cataclysm of the Three Realms Begins_2

"Who are you?"

Qiao Ling’er looked at Wang Yang with curiosity, as there were no other people in the temple except for the monks, and even those who wanted to worship Buddha were discouraged from doing so.

This was Xuanzang’s philosophy: why must one bow to Buddha?

As long as Buddha is in one’s heart, what difference does it make whether one bows or not?

It was precisely because of this that Qiao Ling’er was curious about the person who had appeared in the main hall.

"This is the person who has helped guide me through my confusion,"

Xuanzang spoke.

Qiao Ling’er watched Wang Yang in disbelief.

She had not expected someone could actually help guide the Holy Monk out of confusion.

"I am just an idle person, that’s all,"

Wang Yang said with a light smile.

"An idle person?"

Qiao Ling naturally didn’t believe it.

"Qiao Ling’er, if you have any thoughts, feel free to speak them,"

Wang Yang waved his hand, and a cushion appeared before him. Then he casually took a seat.

The two sat facing each other, especially Wang Yang, who always wore a kind smile on his face, like a friendly elder.

"Does reincarnation mean I am definitely some Tathagata?"

Qiao Ling’er asked.

Because she had been browsing through the scriptures during this time, she had also seen some information about reincarnation.

And she was somewhat nervous about it.

"No."

Wang Yang shook his head, "Reincarnation does not mean you definitely are one. Xuanzang is also the reincarnation of the Golden Cicada from Western Buddhism, but now there is no Golden Cicada in the world, only a Holy Monk, Xuanzang."

"You are Qiao Ling’er. You might awaken your True Spirit and return to that Honored Tathagata, or you might stay here and continue being the little novice monk Wuyue."

"I understand now,"

Qiao Ling’er nodded.

She had no thoughts about the Honored Tathagata now and wouldn’t have any in the future as long as she could continue being Wuyue. If she truly became the Honored Tathagata, then where in the world would Qiao Ling’er of the Qiao Family Estate be?

"Xuanzang, you can show Wuyue both the Hinayana Dharma and the Mahayana Buddhism; these might help him,"

Wang Yang said to Xuanzang, who stood to the side.

"Fellow Daoist speaks the truth,"

Xuanzang nodded.

After Wang Yang nodded back to Xuanzang, he then took his leave.

Qiao Ling’er looked at Wang Yang’s departing figure, her heart filled with complicated emotions.

"Come, Wuyue, let’s take a look at other Buddhist scriptures,"

at that moment, Xuanzang called out.

Qiao Ling’er nodded and obediently followed Xuanzang.

...

Wang Yang returned to Mount Huaguo.

"Elder brother, aren’t you afraid that Wu Tian’s army will attack?"

Sun Wukong asked with some puzzlement.

After all, by accepting Qiao Ling’er as Xuanzang’s disciple, it was tantamount to a break with Wu Tian, and a real battle would not be a good thing.

"Since when did this monkey start thinking he was less than others?"

Wang Yang couldn’t help but smile wryly at the comment.

"Elder brother, isn’t it what you taught Old Sun?"

"But do not forget, we must also have our principles,"

Wang Yang said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but no words came out.

"Oh, by the way, my incarnation sensed some strange auras coming from the Southern Continent Jambudvipa!"

A moment later, Sun Wukong spoke, frowning.

Wang Yang was taken aback upon hearing this.

"Strange?"

Wang Yang looked at Sun Wukong in surprise.

"Old Sun hasn’t discovered the specifics, what do you think, elder brother?"

Sun Wukong also seemed uncertain as he spoke.

"Oh, if that’s the case, where exactly?"

Wang Yang uttered thoughtfully as he began to speak slowly.

As Sun Wukong was transformed from a Five-Colored Stone left by Empress Nuwa, he possessed special abilities and senses. Since Sun Wukong himself had said so, there might indeed be some changes.

Now that the Calamity of Measurement has ended, although he didn’t have much involvement with some other forces, if there really was something happening, he naturally couldn’t ignore it.

"At the very southern tip of the Southern Continent Jambudvipa!"

After a moment of silence, Sun Wukong said, "Looking at your expression, elder brother, have you guessed something?"

"The southernmost point of the Southern Continent Jambudvipa!"

Wang Yang considered what might be there and then speculated, "This area is near the Underworld; it seems that the anomaly is an incident that occurred in the Underworld!"

"All Sects thought that the battle in Beiju Luzhou was the catastrophe they had arranged for the Three Realms."

"I’m afraid the war between the Sects is just the beginning. If a real anomaly has indeed occurred, it signifies that the true catastrophe of the Three Realms is about to commence!"

Wang Yang said to Sun Wukong that if it was truly as he speculated, he didn’t know how colossal the catastrophe would be.

The catastrophe arranged by All Saints would be within their control.

The Great Calamity of the Journey to the West, the Three Realms catastrophe, were but whims of theirs brought to fruition.

But now, All Saints are unaware, and the Three Realms catastrophe is stealthily approaching.

If there is not enough strength and ample preparedness, the outcome is truly indeterminable.

"You must have Xuanzang consolidate the power of faith throughout the entire Southern Continent Jambudvipa and protect it."

Wang Yang said to Sun Wukong.

Perhaps the current state of Southern Continent Jambudvipa is just the start. With Xuanzang’s New Buddhism influencing Southern Continent Jambudvipa, it’s still possible to protect it.

"Alright, Old Sun understands!"

Sun Wukong acknowledged the gravity of the situation, nodded, and communicated telepathically with his clone.

"Alas, with the initial signs of the Three Realms catastrophe, I fear the entire Three Realms will struggle to find peace," Wang Yang sighed.

"Is the Three Realms catastrophe truly that terrifying?" Sun Wukong asked somewhat uncertainly after finishing his telepathic communication.

"The Three Realms catastrophe isn’t terrifying; what’s truly frightening is the unknown," Wang Yang said calmly. If the Three Realms catastrophe were arranged, it wouldn’t be terrifying.

But the key is that no arrangement exists for this catastrophe.

Otherwise, the Leader of the Tongtian Sect would undoubtedly have told him.

Clearly, this catastrophe of the Three Realms couldn’t have been initiated by All Saints, nor by Daoist Ancestor Hongjun.

Every sign points towards one place, the legendary Demon Realm.

And Wang Yang knew that the Demon Realm had the capability to initiate this catastrophe of the Three Realms.

The Underworld possesses the Six Paths of Reincarnation, and it is imperative to control such a location. Yet, it’s precisely the Underworld where so many issues abruptly emerged.

It shows that this was a premeditated act.

Even now, if it remains unnoticed, by the time it is discovered, it might already be too late.

Apart from the Dark Demon Realm – a force he accidentally heard about from the Leader of the Tongtian Sect – Wang Yang couldn’t think of anyone else capable of orchestrating this on such a grand scale.

"But it’s alright; we will counter the enemies that come and cover the holes when water rushes in."

"Either way, you’ve successfully undergone Dao Transformation, one of the top experts among the Three Real-alksm. This upcoming catastrophe of the Three Realms is not an issue for you and me!" Wang Yang said to Sun Wukong, chuckling.

"Besides, let me go ask the Leader of the Tongtian Sect!"

Concerning this matter, Wang Yang naturally had his worries, and in comparison to him, the Leader of the Tongtian Sect, with his strength, must know far more.

On Golden Turtle Island.

"Daoist Wang Yang, what brings you here this time?"

Upon Wang Yang’s arrival at Golden Turtle Island, he immediately encountered the Golden Spirit Holy Mother, who looked at Wang Yang with some surprise.

"I have come seeking the celestial Venerate, as there are some matters I wish to inquire about!"

Wang Yang said tentatively.

"Come with me. Given your relationship with our Cutting Teachings Sect, there’s no need for excessive formality!"

The Golden Spirit Holy Mother said with a smile.

"Golden Spirit Daoist is too kind!"

Wang Yang replied with a smile.

Afterward, Wang Yang followed the Golden Spirit Holy Mother towards Biyou Palace.

A moment later, Wang Yang entered Biyou Palace.

"Honorable Master, Daoist Wang Yang requests an audience!"

The Golden Spirit Holy Mother spoke respectfully.

"Daoist Wang Yang, what kind of wind blew you over here today?"

The celestial Sect Leader asked with a chuckle.

Wang Yang, with a serious expression, said, "Does the celestial Venerate know about the recent incidents in the Underworld?"

The celestial Sect Leader was taken aback when he heard this!

Then, as if something dawned on him, he began to calculate with his fingers.

His expression became solemn.

"Fellow Daoist, what have you discovered?"

The celestial Sect Leader looked at Wang Yang.

"I haven’t discovered anything; however, I suspect that the Three Realms catastrophe has begun!"

Wang Yang said gravely.

"The Three Realms catastrophe!"

Upon hearing these words, the celestial Sect Leader’s expression grew solemn as well.