Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 535 - 455 The Catastrophe of the Three Realms Begins_2

Chapter 535: Chapter 455 The Catastrophe of the Three Realms Begins_2

Whatever great calamity of the Three Realms, she truly did not take it seriously.

After all, as long as the Saints do not appear, the Quasi-Saints are the highest. As long as she doesn’t oppose someone like Wang Yang who can slay a Quasi-Saint, survival is still possible.

"However, Daoist Houtu, please do explain in detail what exactly is happening in the Underworld!"

The celestial Sect Leader said with a slight frown.

Houtu nodded and began to explain in detail, "The Demonic Qi crisscrosses through the Underworld, and it has gradually begun to erode the Six Paths of Reincarnation."

"Ordinary humans, after death, their souls return to the Underworld, but the immersion in Demonic Qi turns the unsuspecting souls into beings filled with slaughter."

"As souls decrease through slaughter, the remaining ones carry Demonic Qi. If things continue this way, after reincarnation, everyone in the Three Realms will become seeds of Demons."

"Moreover, the Demonic Qi is not only sweeping across the Underworld but is also gradually attacking the Southern Continent Jambudvipa."

"If it goes unnoticed, I fear by the time it is detected, the Three Realms will already be in imminent peril."

Although the celestial Sect Leader had already believed that the great calamity of the Three Realms might indeed have started, he was somewhat shocked after hearing Houtu’s words.

"Such a major event, how come there were no warnings?"

The celestial Sect Leader was taken aback.

He had thought that the Three Realms were now stable, and even if there were a great calamity, it would not spread so quickly. Unexpectedly, the situation was obviously much more serious than he had imagined.

"After leaving Beiju Luzhou, Sun Wukong sensed something but could not be certain!"

"I then speculated that it might be the great calamity of the Three Realms!"

Wang Yang frowned as he spoke.

"I fear it is indeed as Daoist Wang Yang said, this great calamity of the Three Realms truly reveals a murderous intent, and it is no longer just a matter among All Saints. If we are not careful, it might truly subvert the Three Realms."

They were all aware that in the Dark Demon Realm there existed an entity most wicked and malevolent, who might emerge and possibly even achieve saintliness.

"This matter is somewhat unbelievable."

"However, now that even the Underworld has undergone such changes, it is likely true!"

"From now on, summon all disciples of the Cutting Teachings Sect back to Golden Turtle Island to cultivate and respond to the unceasing changes."

"Daoist Wang Yang, currently your strength in the Three Realms has reached its peak, yet you still fall short of a Saint. If needed, I still have a few Minor Worlds, which you can devour first to enhance your strength."

Tongtian looked toward Wang Yang. Although they hadn’t known each other for long, Wang Yang was an unpredictable factor, possibly bringing a new dawn to the entire Three Realms.

Of course, with the rapid changes in the situation, having an additional ally would naturally be the best scenario.

A few Minor Worlds were nothing to these Saints.

"Thank you, senior, but I have already reached a bottleneck, and Minor Worlds are not much use to me."

"This period should instead be used to investigate the Three Realms and closely monitor movements on Mount Meru!"

Wang Yang declined the celestial Sect Leader’s kind offer. His own Dao was already nearing perfection, and becoming a Saint was just a step away.

In such a situation, devouring not just one Minor World, but even ten or eight, would do nothing more than solidify his position, with no other effect.

The celestial Sect Leader, seeing Wang Yang did not need it, simply nodded and said no more.

While the three of them were discussing on Golden Turtle Island, another figure appeared in the mid-air over Dongshen Shenzhou.

If Wang Yang were here, he would definitely recognize him; it was Ksitigarbha Pusa, who had always resided in the Underworld.

At this time, Ksitigarbha Pusa was traveling alone to Dongshen Shenzhou, carrying a serene aura about him, and along the way, all Demon Beasts knelt and submitted, becoming his most loyal followers.

Before long, Ksitigarbha Pusa arrived at the current residence of the Expounding Teachings Sect, standing at the foot of the mountain, gazing up at the celestial Qi swirling above. Normally with a calm expression, Ksitigarbha Pusa could not help but reveal a trace of disdain.

"Buddhist Ksitigarbha, seeking Amitabha Buddha, Mother Buddha Zhunti!"

At the base of the mountain, Ksitigarbha Pusa utilized the Buddhist Secret Technique, Lion’s Roar, allowing his voice to spread through the entire mountain.

This action was effective, and in no time, numerous figures came down from the mountain, looking coldly at Ksitigarbha Pusa.

Yuanshi celestial Venerable and Jieyin also emerged, Zhunti and Guanyin were in closed-door cultivation, aiming to advance further.

"You, you are Ksitigarbha?"

Jieyin, seeing the surging Buddha’s light behind Ksitigarbha Pusa, did not recognize him at first,

"Have you attained Buddhahood?"

Recalling the pledge of not achieving Buddhahood until Hell is empty, the joy in Jieyin’s eyes grew even more intense.

"Disciple has achieved Buddhahood, greeting Amitabha Buddha."

Ksitigarbha Pusa said nothing else, just stated that he had attained Buddhahood.

"Excellent, excellent, excellent! You were originally a Quasi-Saint, and now with the merit of achieving Buddhahood, you must be much stronger than an average Quasi-Saint!"

"With this, our Buddhism will prosper even more!"

Jieyin became somewhat excited, since Buddhism was now left with just a few big and small cats, having another powerful Quasi-Saint was naturally very good.

With the inclusion of the reincarnated Tathagata, Buddhism could potentially have five Quasi-Saints, and it wasn’t impossible to reclaim Mount Meru.

As soon as he thought of it, Jieyin had forgotten to ask Ksitigarbha how he knew they were there.

"Ksitigarbha, from now on you are Buddha Ksitigarbha, there’s no more need for Ksitigarbha Pusa to guard the Underworld!"

Jieyin stood in front of Ksitigarbha King, his face filled with gratification.

"Thank you, Amitabha Buddha!"

Ksitigarbha King brought his hands together in a prayer gesture, affirming his new title.

"Come, come, follow me into the mountain."

Jieyin led the way in front, taking Ksitigarbha King up the mountain.

During this process, Jieyin, albeit a guest, had completely sidelined the original host, Yuanshi celestial Venerable.

This added a further layer of displeasure in the already slightly displeased Yuanshi celestial Venerable’s eyes.

"The fate of Buddhism is still favorable, Buddhism shall flourish greatly!"

In the palace atop the mountain, Jieyin laughed heartily with joy.

With Buddha Ksitigarbha present, reclaiming Mount Meru for Buddhism wasn’t going to be a difficult task.

"Amitabha, Ksitigarbha has left the Underworld, there are matters to discuss."

There wasn’t much smile on Ksitigarbha King’s face, he always appeared humble and submissive.

"The great catastrophe of the Three Realms is near, Ksitigarbha has come to urge Buddhism to prepare early."

"The great catastrophe of the Three Realms? Hasn’t it already passed?"

Yuanshi celestial Venerable, who was just preparing to leave and turn over the site to Buddhism, heard this and instantly stopped in his tracks and asked.

"The battle in Jambudvipa was only a catastrophe agreed upon by All Saints, but now the Demon Clan is rising, and its influence will sweep through the Three Realms. That will truly be the catastrophic era of the Three Realms."

Ksitigarbha King said this and recounted the changes in the Underworld once more.

When Jieyin and Yuanshi celestial Venerable heard about the Underworld being pervaded by demonic qi, both were astonished.

For countless years, the Three Realms had only seen conflicts of Daoist orthodoxy among Various Sects, with no mention of the Demon Clan since the era of Primordial Continent.

Yet now, hearing from Ksitigarbha King about the demonic qi pervading the Underworld,

neither of them had the slightest doubt, because the emergence of Wu Tian seemed like an omen.

"This great catastrophe of the Three Realms will certainly unveil deadly perils, more severe than many past catastrophes. According to this monk’s estimation, even Saints might not easily escape the calamity."

Ksitigarbha King continued.

"From this, it seems the Three Realms are about to plunge into great chaos, and we are not exempt from it."

"However, Ksitigarbha, are you the first to know of this news?"

Jieyin asked Ksitigarbha King.

"If the people of the Underworld have not yet noticed, then necessarily, it is I who first detected it."

"As for the people of the Underworld, I have not spoken of it."

Ksitigarbha King replied.

Upon hearing this, Jieyin and Yuanshi celestial Venerable exchanged a look; a trace of a smile appeared on both their faces.

If this news had already become widely known, then the situation might have been difficult to handle.

Now, since only they knew, with this advantage, they could accomplish many things.

"Daoist Yuanshi, as for now, our Buddhism, along with your Expounding Teachings Sect and Human Teachings Sect, are all confined within Dongshen Shenzhou."

"This upcoming great catastrophe of the Three Realms may not merely be a crisis but could even be an opportunity. If we surpass this ordeal, perhaps we could return to the Four Continents, and to dominate the Three Realms might not be so far-fetched!"

Jieyin’s previously waning spirit was immediately elevated, even pondering on how to divide the entire Three Realms.

As for the notion of the Demon Clan sweeping through and occupying the territories of the Three Realms, they had not even considered it.

No matter how formidable Wu Tian was,

they still had Daoist Ancestor Hongjun above them.

Saints might be at risk, but what about Daoist Ancestor Hongjun, who had already become one with the Heavenly Dao?

In the entire Three Realms, anyone slightly knowledgeable knew of the old grudge between Hongjun and Demon Ancestor Luohou.

To say that the Demon Clan could take over the lands of the Three Realms was utterly impossible.

For now, just by having a bit of a head start, they thought of ways to weaken the Cutting Teachings Sect and Wa Huang Palace.

Eventually, they could reap the benefits without exerting much effort.

They would effortlessly return then.