Rabbit Must Die
Chapter 473: If you see a rabbit, cook it_1

Chapter 473: If you see a rabbit, cook it_1

The Lingxiao Hall, which had not been used in a long time, was filled with deities gathered together today.

Emperor Gouchen, who had closed his doors to all visitors for quite some time, finally emerged from his private quarters and took his seat in the Lingxiao Hall, a misty white fog around his face making it difficult to discern his expression.

Beneath him, the assembled deities stood, quietly discussing and speculating about the meaning behind Gouchen’s sudden appearance at court.

It was then that Taibai Star Monarch stepped forward and said, "Reporting to the Overlord, Thousand-mile Eyes and Wind-accompanying Ear have recently discovered that the Earthly Immortal Realm is troubled by Demonic Immortals, and many Heavenly Gods have been killed. Please make your judgement."

Upon hearing this, Nezha, who was part of the Heavenly Court’s pro-war faction, stepped out and shouted, "Reporting to the Overlord, it seems the demons of the Earthly Immortal Realm have forgotten the majesty of the Heavenly Court. Your servant is willing to go and slay them!"

Gouchen let out two hums and gave Nezha a cold look, evidently still bearing a grudge about the major turmoil three hundred years ago. He hadn’t forgotten that back then, he had been struck in the back of the head by a shiny golden ring. Although it didn’t break through his defense, it had still displeased Emperor Gouchen greatly.

However, Gouchen evidently did not intend to delve into the past grievances, and after a hum, he shook his head and said, "We have suppressed them with an iron fist for so many years, yet troubles continue to emerge one after another. Even worse, many who do not understand the situation are accusing our Heavenly Court of being overbearing and heartless in secret. Since this is the case, the Heavenly Court should completely shut the heavenly gate, and let them truly experience what a world without the Heavenly Court’s protection is like, to truly feel what it means when demons run amok!

Only blood will make them understand the value of peace!

Moreover, as long as the Heavenly Court is in plain sight, those with ulterior motives will hide their scheming and keep a low profile, limiting the number we can kill.

Now it’s perfect, they all think the Heavenly Court is finished and have all jumped out. If they are willing to jump out, then let them jump! We will watch, we will wait, we will remember, and we will settle the scores after the fall."

It was the first time that Emperor Gouchen had spoken so much since he became the acting Heavenly Emperor, leaving the deities in a murmured commotion. Although Gouchen had made some good points, still...

Addressing the Jade Emperor, Li Jing said with a thick skin, "My lord, my daughter..." Just as he began to speak, Emperor Gouchen interrupted, "That will be all for today’s matters. Dismissed."

With that, Emperor Gouchen vanished from the throne, leaving only Li Jing with a look of helplessness and worry on his face.

Nezha looked at Li Jing’s distraught appearance, sighed, and went to stand beside him, silently keeping him company.

The thoughts of the people were chaotic, for never since the establishment of the Heavenly Court by the consultation of the three teachings had it ever closed its doors. Especially for those Heavenly Gods—usually they did not feel anything special about going to work, but suddenly finding themselves with nothing to do made each of them feel uneasy. They were even more anxious inside...

As soon as Li Jing left the Lingxiao Hall, he was pulled aside by Taibai Star Monarch.

Li Jing said, "Star Monarch, I have urgent matters to attend to. Whatever it is, can wait for another day."

Taibai Star Monarch smiled and replied, "I know what you’re worried about. Earlier, when Thousand-mile Eyes and Wind-accompanying Ear were observing the Lower Realm, they saw your daughter."

Upon hearing this, both Li Jing and Nezha exclaimed excitedly, "Really?!"

Taibai Star Monarch nodded and said, "When have I ever lied to you?"

The two men were at a loss for words, and Li Jing eagerly asked, "How is Zhenying now? Has she gained or lost weight? Has she been bullied? Has she been hurt in any way..."

Li Jing bombarded Taibai Star Monarch with no less than twenty questions until the latter let out a bitter smile and said, "Heavenly Lord, may I speak a few words?"

Li Jing then closed his mouth, feeling embarrassed, and said, "Star Monarch, please speak."

Taibai Star Monarch said, "I shall not keep anything from you two. Earlier, Thousand-mile Eyes and Wind-accompanying Ear were ordered by Emperor Gouchen to use the Overlord’s magic treasure to view the Earthly Immortal Realm directly, without the aid of the Three Immortals Road. I had a personal interest and instructed them to look for your daughter, and indeed they found her."

Upon hearing this, both Li Jing and Nezha’s hearts leaped.

Taibai Star Monarch continued, "At that time, your daughter was engaged in a tough battle and was quite injured."

"Who dares to harm my child? I’ll take the heavenly soldiers and generals and kill him!" As soon as Li Jing heard this, he exploded on the spot, his coronet came undone, he abandoned all formality, blurted out a curse, drew his magic sword from its sheath, caused his pagoda to shine, and turned around ready to fight!

Quickly, Taibai Star Monarch grabbed hold of Li Jing and said, "Heavenly Lord, Heavenly Lord... where are you going? Before, when you transgressed, Emperor Gouchen did not hold you accountable because it was a case of collective responsibility. But if you violate the heavenly law now, with the Overlord’s temperament, I’m afraid you’ll find yourself in prison immediately. Then there will be no talk of rescuing anyone."

Upon hearing this, Li Jing, anxious, with a red face asked, "Then what should be done?"

Taibai Star Monarch said, "Heavenly Lord, don’t worry. At that time, the Rabbit was also there. With the Rabbit present, how safe your daughter is doesn’t need to be said. Even Emperor Gouchen couldn’t kill him back then, and now that he is in the Earthly Immortal Realm, it would be good enough if he doesn’t meddle with others."

At this reminder, Li Jing’s mind flashed with scenes of the Battle of the Heavenly Court, and he couldn’t help shuddering as he said, "Although I didn’t see clearly what happened that day, when the Rabbit was about to die, something terrible happened. There must have been someone protecting him... Given that, I’m somewhat reassured. Star Monarch, if you have the chance again in the future, please help me keep an eye on my daughter."

Taibai Star Monarch gave a wry smile and said, "Rest assured, I’ll do my best. During the Battle of the Heavenly Court, when the Three Immortals Road exploded, many offspring of the Heavenly Gods and Heavenly Gods themselves were scattered to the Earthly Immortal Realm; it’s always necessary to search for them."

Li Jing nodded, gave a bow with hands clasped and said, "Thank you for your efforts, Star Monarch. Nezha... Nezha?"

Li Jing turned around but did not see Nezha.

Taibai Star Monarch had also been focusing on Li Jing and hadn’t noticed Nezha leaving.

Just then, a big man came running over, wailing and howling, "Disaster! Lord Haihui of Three Realms forcibly opened Three Immortals Road and has gone down to the Earthly Immortal Realm!"

"What?! Has he gone mad?!" Upon hearing this, Li Jing roared, his concern evident, though there was also a flicker of anticipation.

Taibai Star Monarch furrowed his brow and said, "Only the gateway at South Shanbu Continent of the Three Immortals Road is still open, but someone has set up a Formation there. I fear Nezha won’t be able to get through with his methods."

The big man was none other than the Mighty Spirit God, the guardian of the Southern Gate, who said ruefully, "He took the path through the Netherworld."

"What?!" Even Taibai Star Monarch was unsettled and exclaimed, "Wasn’t that path already problematic? He dares to take that route?"

Mighty Spirit God said, "I... I am not sure about that. But that path is sometimes functional, sometimes not. Maybe it was just working when Lord Haihui of Three Realms used it..."

Li Jing angrily said, "Nonsense! How many times did the Ministry of Works go to repair it after it broke down, and didn’t it always cause accidents? This child, I’m going after him!"