Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

The White Dragon Horse, when comparing himself with Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie, felt such a strong contrast that he was on the verge of tears, and now, Zhu Bajie's feelings were almost the same.

Second Sister Luan of Fuling Mountain—these past days, Zhu Bajie had been trying to win her favor, eager to successfully ask for her hand in marriage. However, despite his efforts, he hadn't made much progress, mainly because of his ugly appearance, which had prevented him even from entering Yunzhan Cave.

For Zhu Bajie, he really didn't know when he would ever be able to set foot in Yunzhan Cave in this lifetime.

Today, he came to find Second Sister Luan again, but he was rejected at the cave entrance and was not allowed entry. Zhu Bajie felt downhearted, yet he could only turn away and leave. But to his surprise, while he had been unsuccessful in his attempts, someone else had done nothing but announce their name and was simply invited into the cave?

One could imagine what Zhu Bajie was thinking at this moment.

"Ah? You're inviting me into the cave?"

Let's not discuss what Zhu Bajie was thinking at the moment—on Jiang Liu's side, upon hearing the maid's words, he was taken aback and looked bewildered.

If he had given the name of the Black Bear Demon and the other side was willing to let him in, it would have made sense, but he had just revealed his identity, and they were already so enthusiastic?

What was going on?

"Oh dear, Holy Monk, why are you dazed? Over the years, so many people have wanted to enter our Yunzhan Cave and didn't get the chance to see our Second Sister. Why don't you hurry up and go in?" Seeing Jiang Liu's confused look, the maid seemed even more eager, coming over to grab Jiang Liu's hand and pull him away.

"Hey, you demon, what do you want to do with my master?" Sun Wukong saw the maid approaching and was about to touch Jiang Liu, scolding angrily.

"Wukong, we came here to find Second Sister Luan, and since she's warmly inviting us, let's go inside for a visit," Jiang Liu stopped a grimacing Sun Wukong and, after a moment of contemplation, spoke up.

Although he didn't understand why the demon creature was so enthusiastic toward him, there was no need to worry about his safety; it was better to go in and take a look.

"Fine then,"

Convinced by Jiang Liu's words, Sun Wukong nodded, thinking that Jiang Liu made sense.

"Holy Monk, please follow me," Despite being startled by Sun Wukong, the maid was very happy to hear Jiang Liu agree to visit Yunzhan Cave.

To others, being able to step into Yunzhan Cave was a great honor; that's how Zhu Bajie saw it. But to this maid, it seemed her greatest honor was that Jiang Liu was willing to set foot in Yunzhan Cave.

Under the maid's guidance, Jiang Liu rode on the White Dragon Horse, accompanied by Sun Wukong, walking towards Yunzhan Cave.

Judging by the situation, Zhu Bajie also decided to follow them.

Although he was reluctant to retrieve the scriptures from the Western Heaven, in Zhu Bajie's view, this might be his only chance to enter Yunzhan Cave, wouldn't it?

After trying for several years without the privilege of stepping into Yunzhan Cave, he naturally wouldn't miss the opportunity now that it had presented itself.

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Sun Wukong scolded Zhu Bajie, who had taken the initiative to follow them, with annoyance.

"Heh heh heh, Monkey Brother, I—I just thought I'd like to take a look inside Yunzhan Cave; I won't be in the way," Zhu Bajie, desperate to enter the cave, said to Sun Wukong with a shamelessly ingratiating smile.

The address of Monkey Brother pleased Sun Wukong inwardly.

Although Sun Wukong enjoyed flattery, the feeling was entirely different when it came from people of different status. White Dragon's flattery might be pleasant, but compared to Zhu Bajie, both his status and power were much lesser; hence, Zhu Bajie's flattery carried much more value.

"So, from now on, I, Old Sun, am your brother, am I?" One call of Monkey Brother delighted Sun Wukong, but on the surface, it didn't show, though unconsciously his tail swished behind him as he questioned Zhu Bajie.

"Monkey Brother, Monkey Brother, Monkey Brother!" Zhu Bajie called out three times in a row, an answer that clearly stated his position.

"Humph, you fool, for the sake of a beautiful female demon, you don't care about losing face at all, do you think that by calling me Monkey Brother, I won't send you away?" Although he was secretly pleased, Sun Wukong still maintained his composure as he spoke irritably.

However, as he finished speaking, his eyes narrowed considerably, "Of course, since you've already called me Monkey Brother, today I, Old Sun, won't send you away."

"Thank you, Monkey Brother," Zhu Bajie was overwhelmed with joy at Sun Wukong's words.

Riding on the White Dragon Horse, Jiang Liu subtly glanced over at Zhu Bajie and Sun Wukong's exchange.

It seemed that, although he had fallen into the mortal world and was reborn into a pig, Zhu Bajie had somewhat degenerated, but his lascivious nature from the original story remained unchanged.

No wonder in his past life, people commonly referred to such a person as "Pig Brother."

Let's not ponder over what Jiang Liu was thinking, but the young maid leading the way clearly appeared to be in a very good mood, hopping and skipping with joy, and quickly led Jiang Liu and his companions to the entrance of Yunzhan Cave.

Before their eyes stood a grand cave residence, guarded by a beautiful Female Demon at its entrance.

"Eh, Sister Rabbit, why have you brought this Pig Demon back?" The Female Demon guarding the entrance of the cave asked the leading maid curiously upon seeing Zhu Bajie and the others.

Without much explanation, the maid simply commanded the Female Demon at the entrance, "This is the Holy Monk Xuanzang from Great Tang. Take good care of them, don't let them run off, I'll go and inform Second Sister Luan immediately."

As soon as she finished speaking, the maid ran into the cave.

At her words, Jiang Liu's mouth twitched slightly. Don't let them run off? Anyone unaware would think they had been captured by these women.

Seeing her almost incoherent with excitement, Jiang Liu grew even more curious. Why were the Female Demons of Yunzhan Cave so enthusiastic about him? Could it be that they already knew what had happened to him on Black Wind Mountain?

"So, you are Master Xuanzang? Hello there,"

The Female Demon guarding the cave, upon hearing of Xuanzang's identity, also widened her eyes, staring at Jiang Liu with fanatical reverence.

"Indeed, it's this poor monk,"

Faced with the Female Demon's gaze, Jiang Liu felt somewhat perplexed and nodded slightly.

If it were a monk from Jinshan Temple looking at him like this because of his twelve Scar of Precepts, it wouldn't be surprising. But why was this Female Demon staring at him in the same way?

Curious in his heart, Jiang Liu naturally asked directly, "May I know what connection this poor monk has with your Yunzhai Cave? Why do you all seem so enthusiastic upon seeing this poor monk?"

"A connection? Of course, there is one, and it's a significant one,"

The Female Demon nodded vehemently, with a look of certainty, saying, "Holy Monk, you are traveling to the Western Heaven, which is tens of thousands of miles away, yet you passed by our Yunzhan Cave of Fuling Mountain. Isn't this a destiny arranged by the heavens?"

"Isn't this connection rather far-fetched?"

Her forceful assertion of a connection with this place made Xuanzang's expression somewhat strange.

However, before Jiang Liu could say anything else, suddenly the sound of silk and bamboo music arose, followed by several gorgeous Female Demons, playing various musical instruments, making their appearance.

There was also a Bird Demon flying in midair with a basket of flowers, scattering countless petals.

Among these petals and music, a graceful woman emerged, wearing a white dress that conveyed an air of elegant nobility.

Beautiful!

Beholding the woman stepping out, bathed in falling petals and approaching with grace, Jiang Liu's heart found her extremely beautiful.

Zhu Bajie beside him was even more astounded, his eyes wide and mouth slightly ajar, drooling from the corner of his mouth, his gaze intense.

"I am Second Sister Luan, and I have seen Master Xuanzang," the unparalleled beauty said, her voice tinkling like beads falling on a jade plate as she approached Jiang Liu and gave a slight bow.

"I am Master Xuanzang. Greetings to you, Second Sister Luan," Jiang Liu dismounted and returned the gesture.

"Master Xuanzang, to come all the way from Great Tang, truly brings glory to all here at Yunzhai Cave. Please, Holy Monk, enter our cave residence for a visit,"

Seeing Jiang Liu's polite demeanor, Second Sister Luan seemed even more pleased and extended the invitation herself. Your journey continues with empire

"Second Sister Luan, hello there, it's me, hehehe, I, Old Pig, have come to see you again. Didn't you say you were feeling unwell today? How is your health now?" However, at this moment, Zhu Bajie stepped forward, chuckling.

One was a young monk with fair skin and handsome features, graceful and polite; the other was a dark and ugly Pig Demon, crude and repulsive. The stark contrast between them made Second Sister Luan's brows slightly furrow, finding the Pig Demon extremely annoying.

"Why are you still here? Quickly leave at once. I have an honored guest to receive today and no time to deal with you," Second Sister Luan coldly dismissed Zhu Bajie, a stark contrast from her gentle demeanor before Jiang Liu.

"Second Sister, over these years, I, Old Pig, have come to seek you out every now and then with such sincerity, can't you feel it? Even an iron tree should blossom by now, right? Is this monk not just well-groomed? You invite him into your cave and even personally welcome him at our first meeting. I, Old Pig, am not convinced.

Could it be that Second Sister Luan, renowned as a female warrior, is also one to judge by appearances?" Zhu Bajie contested, unable to tolerate the stark difference in treatment he received compared to Jiang Liu.

"Actually, Second Sister Luan, this poor monk is also puzzled,"

As Zhu Bajie spoke, and seeing that Second Sister Luan was reluctant to explain more, Jiang Liu couldn't help but speak up.

"This poor monk is meeting you for the first time and had no prior acquaintances here, yet everyone at Yunzhai Cave is so passionate towards this poor monk. This is astonishing and defies logic. Please, Second Sister, illuminate this poor monk..."