Rabbit Must Die
Chapter 72 Repeater_1

Chapter 72: Chapter 72 Repeater_1

Of course, most immortals were just there for the excitement, blindly making a fuss; not because they truly couldn’t control themselves, but purely for the thrill and joy of it all.

Some were happy, others worried, and on a certain small mountain, a bald man and a disheveled Taoist sat side by side.

"Brother, it seems your plan has failed, this fairy’s dance, though not peerless, is certainly not bad," said the bald man.

The disheveled Taoist was none other than Wuliang Patriarch, who chuckled and said, "Who says it has failed?"

The bald man asked in confusion, "Brother, didn’t you want to use this opportunity to help the Wuliang Sword Immortal get revenge? But instead of losing face, she has earned a great deal of respect; isn’t that a failure?"

Wuliang Patriarch set down his cup of wine and said nonchalantly, "Who told you I wanted to avenge that little rascal?"

The bald man was stunned, "Not for revenge? Then why did you bother bringing them here from the Moon Palace?"

Wuliang Patriarch shook his head and replied, "Younger brother, ask what you should, don’t ask what you shouldn’t. As for the rabbit’s business, let’s end it today, and don’t bring it up again in the future. It has nothing to do with us, understand?"

The bald man still looked utterly confused and was about to ask more questions when he heard Wuliang Patriarch declare loudly, "The fairy’s dance is enchanting, the crowning glory of today! Tradition suggests there will likely be a reward..."

No sooner had he spoken than many joined in the hubbub, especially the Eight Immortals...

Qin Shou didn’t know Wuliang Patriarch and asked Dog Xiaotian while pulling his sleeve, "Who’s that leading guy? Seems like a decent person."

Dog Xiaotian replied, "Oh... That’s Wuliang Patriarch, a fellow who’s lived for many years, with quite impressive strength."

Upon hearing this, Qin Shou was suddenly at a loss... Was this man helping them get benefits? This...

It felt to Qin Shou like his brain was not quite enough; before coming here, he had considered countless possibilities, various conspiracy theories, including preparing for the worst: dancing poorly, the emperor’s wrath, being dragged out for execution... Such incidents had not been rare in history.

But upon actually meeting the Jade Emperor and the others, he suddenly realized he had underestimated the Jade Emperor’s magnanimity... and also that of the immortals.

These immortals were not of narrow-mindedness; since they wouldn’t die either way and could show their faces, consume some Yuan Qi, drink some immortal wine, eat some fruits... it all seemed like a good thing. And now Wuliang Patriarch was helping them ask for more benefits...

Qin Shou truly couldn’t figure it out, what on earth was Wuliang Patriarch after...

As everyone jeered along, the Jade Emperor finally reacted, his eyes slightly opening behind the golden light. Although invisible, everyone just felt like the Jade Emperor had taken notice of them!

And so, everyone quieted down...

Qin Shou’s heartbeat quickened, as life or death hinged on a single word from the big boss; it would be strange if he wasn’t nervous.

The Jade Emperor said calmly, "Since all you immortals find the fairy’s dance pleasing, then a reward shall be given, as to what the reward shall be..."

The Jade Emperor did not say, and no one dared to make a sound.

But there was one exception, and that was Taibai Star Monarch, who was the Jade Emperor’s favorite and had been silent up until now!

Taibai Star Monarch stepped forward and said, "Reporting to the Jade Emperor, I have been to the Moon, where the Yuan Qi is depleted, the flora monotonous, with only osmanthus as food; Fairy Chang’e and her pet Jade Rabbit still live in a cave, enduring a humble existence. I believe the Emperor might reward Chang’e with the permission to leave the Moon and seek another residence."

Chang’e immediately became nervous upon hearing this, and Flower Fairy beside her tugged at her hand, signaling her not to be nervous.

Qin Shou really wanted to grab Taibai Star Monarch and kiss him twice; those words had hit right at home! His heart roared: "Approved, approved, approved... Jade Emperor, give me some support here!"

After hearing this, the Jade Emperor swept his divine gaze over Qin Shou and Chang’e, and said, "Reward with one Moon Palace."

As soon as these words came out, Qin Shou’s pent-up excitement almost turned into a spray of blood... His heart yelled: "Cao! Has the Jade Emperor’s brain been squeezed by a door? Taibai Star Monarch was talking about moving, and you directly give out a house! Giving a pergola in a volcanic crater, what’s the use of that? It treats the symptoms, not the root cause!"

Chang’e was also momentarily stunned, then her eyes filled with disappointment. Who would want to stay in that desolate place on the moon if they could leave it?

Seeing the disappointment in Chang’e’s eyes, Qin Shou felt a piercing pain in his heart. On impulse, he stepped forward and said, "Jade Emperor, the key issue with our place is the lack of Yuan Qi, giving us a house is useless."

The moment those words were spoken, the entire place was in an uproar... Although Immortals value freedom and ease, everyone is still very clear about their status in certain situations. In front of the Lord of Heaven and Earth, the necessary respect is mandatory...

Of course, most immortals are trembling with fear when they see the dominant Jade Emperor, who would dare to jump out and shout out like that? At the very least, they would maintain proper etiquette. This etiquette exists in the words used to address him, as well as subtle actions like stepping forward.

Since many people are lazy, they would rather say nothing at all than perform those actions.

And for someone like Qin Shou, who didn’t even dare to let out a fart, let alone step forward to speak.

Everyone was holding a cold sweat for this rabbit, except for Qin Shou who had no idea what was going on... Coming from the more open Earth, he didn’t understand many rules and didn’t care much about them either. Since the words were out, he couldn’t take them back, so he simply waited with eager eyes to see what would happen.

Dog Xiaotian immediately distanced himself from Qin Shou, signaling that he didn’t know this crazy rabbit.

But the Eight Immortals showed enough loyalty, standing behind Qin Shou, although they each held various tools for catching and tying up rabbits... Clearly, they were not there to help...

Hearing Qin Shou’s words, everyone thought that the Jade Emperor would be at least a little annoyed.

In contrast, the Jade Emperor’s voice, losing its usual solemnity, now carried a relaxed and cheerful tone as he smiled, "Oh? Rabbit, then what do you want?"

As soon as he said this, everyone’s jaws nearly hit the floor!

People looked at each other, pinching and slapping one another, in disbelief at the scene before them...

Ouch!

This isn’t a dream!

Everyone’s view of the rabbit had changed; such treatment was unprecedented!

Qin Shou also hadn’t expected the Jade Emperor to be so amenable. After thinking for a moment, he immediately said, "I just want some Yuan Qi, enough to not worry about food and clothing... Our place is really too miserable."

The Jade Emperor said, "Hmm, a very pertinent suggestion, reward with one Moon Palace."

Upon hearing this, Qin Shou was completely dumbfounded; he scratched his head and tugged at his ear, making sure he hadn’t heard wrong, then asked, "Jade Emperor, you’ve just rewarded one Moon Palace, could we get something else? Something to eat... Yuan Qi, pills, cultivation techniques, anything of the sort would do."

The Jade Emperor said, "Hmm, reward with one Moon Palace."

Upon hearing this, Qin Shou instantly got fed up and thought, "Cao, this is a Jade Emperor’s brand repeater!"

Just then, a voice came from over the hill: "Since it’s a reward, giving just one Moon Palace is a bit stingy."