Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

Everyone was dumbfounded, at this moment, everyone in the Lingxiao Hall was completely dumbfounded.

As the saying goes, seeing is believing, hearing is not; now, the Soul-Returning Spell, this skill, made everyone in the Lingxiao Hall see it clearly, naturally, everyone was completely dumbfounded.

Since Ksitigarbha took charge of the reincarnation of all Immortals and Buddhas, although there have been cases of Immortals and Buddhas who could be resurrected, every resurrection came at a tremendous cost.

And Xuanzang? Does he happen to have such a Divine Skill that can reverse life and death?

This really left everyone flabbergasted.

The Great Jade Emperor personally took action to kill this serious criminal, naturally ensuring certain death, and everyone present, especially those powerful at the Quasi-Saint level such as the Empress, Tathagata, and the Supreme Elder Lord, understood perfectly well that the serious criminal was indeed dead beyond doubt.

Yet, Xuanzang actually used a Divine Skill to bring him back to life?

"As the center of this Immeasurable Kalpa, the person of destiny, he actually comprehends such a Divine Skill?" Even Tathagata widened his eyes in shock, murmuring in his heart as he looked at Jiang Liu.

After reaching the Quasi-Saint level of cultivation, one can comprehend some powers of Laws, and the application of Laws Power lies in turning the impossible into the possible.

But no matter what kind of Laws Power it is, it cannot compare to this supernatural power of reversing life and death.

It has long been heard that Xuanzang's cultivation level has not reached Quasi-Saint, yet he possesses many Law-Type supernatural powers.

For instance, in his previous battle against that mysterious person, he was far from being a match for the Tai Chi Diagram, yet relying on Law-Type supernatural powers, he was able to make that mysterious person retreat.

But who would have thought that he also comprehended such a supernatural power?

For an individual, possessing such a Divine Skill is quite significant, but for Tathagata, the master of the Buddhist Sect, the possession of such a Divine Skill is even more invaluable.

Originally, in Tathagata's view, Xuanzang was being punished, and he could only try his best to rescue him. If things were impossible, he might just have to suffer a little injustice for a while.

But now, seeing the Soul-Returning Spell, this Divine Skill, Tathagata understood in his heart, no matter what, he must firmly hold onto Xuanzang.

Xuanzang's value far exceeds what he imagined.

The person of destiny of the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team, concerning the flourishing of the Buddhist Sect, is one reason.

Possessing the ability to concoct Healing Divine Water, the value of these potions is immeasurable, is a second reason.

With the cultivation level of a Daluo Golden Immortal, and possessing various Law-Type supernatural powers, his status and position, granting him a Buddha's title is insufficient to measure his value, is a third reason.

Finally, adding this Soul-Returning Spell, the value is equally immeasurable...

Tathagata calculated carefully in his heart and found that Xuanzang's value was truly more the more he thought about it, the more valuable it became.

If so, then Xuanzang is indeed an immense asset to the Buddhist Sect! He must definitely be kept steady.

More importantly, Xuanzang himself is the reincarnation of his second disciple, Master Golden Cicada.

From the aspect of his origin, he is certainly his right-hand man, and the higher his value, the more benefits it seems to bring to himself?

"Xuanzang..."

While Tathagata was pondering on Jiang Liu's value, on the other side, the Great Jade Emperor's thoughts seemed to turn faster than Tathagata's; after his face underwent several changes, the Great Jade Emperor's gaze fell on Jiang Liu, and he said, "Now, you have slain Emperor Ziwei. Though there are reasons behind your actions, this crime is nevertheless egregious. If I do not kill you, I cannot continue to rule the Three Realms. You understand this, right?"

"I understand!" Jiang Liu replied plainly, nodding in response.

"Hmm, it's good that you understand! But you also know the current situation in my Heavenly Court..."

After a slight nod, the Jade Emperor continued, "Now my Heavenly Court is in decline, and under my command, there is only Emperor Zhenwu left among the Four Royals. It's a crucial time for utilizing people. If Xuanzang, you are willing to serve under me, this crime can be forgiven!"

The Jade Emperor's words caused everyone's faces in the Lingxiao Hall to change involuntarily.

Originally, the Jade Emperor still looked as if he wanted to slay Xuanzang, and now, he has extended an olive branch? Can Xuanzang's crime be forgiven?

But thinking carefully, given Xuanzang's identity and abilities, especially the Divine Skill of reversing life and death, if he truly wished to join the Heavenly Court camp, forgiving his crime seems reasonable?

"This..."

It must be said that the Great Jade Emperor's words, suddenly spoken, were completely unexpected for Jiang Liu, something Jiang Liu had not anticipated at all. Caught off guard, Jiang Liu was momentarily at a loss for words, not knowing how to respond.

This speechless demeanor of Jiang Liu, in the Great Jade Emperor's view, was likely due to the presence of Tathagata, making it inappropriate for him to directly agree, hence the hesitation?

Therefore, the Jade Emperor continued, "Now, with only Emperor Zhenwu among the Four Royals, there is naturally a need to promote some more individuals. Xuanzang, I deem you quite suitable, with enough ability and dexterity all around!"

Shock!

The words of the Jade Emperor fell, causing many in the Lingxiao Hall to be taken aback. Was the Jade Emperor directly giving Xuanzang a promise? As long as he was willing to join the ranks of the Heavenly Court, he could directly replace one of the Four Royals' positions?

Such a position can be said to be high in rank and authority, even to the point of being second only to one but above millions!

It must be said, this promise by the Jade Emperor, especially when made in front of so many immortals, indeed shows a full measure of sincerity.

But no matter what kind of promise the Jade Emperor made, no matter how shocking it was to people, just thinking about the Soul-Returning Spell, this supernatural means capable of reversing life and death...

It seems to make sense?

In the Lingxiao Hall, everyone's eyes were on Jiang Liu, their faces showing a more surprised expression.

This olive branch from the Jade Emperor can truly be said to be sincere to the fullest, for joining the Heavenly Court, he was directly offered one of the Four Royals' positions, which in the Heavenly Court is akin to being second only to one but above millions.

As for the Journey to the West for Scriptures? After reaching the Great Thunder Monastery, it was inevitable that Xuanzang would be conferred the rank of a Buddha.

However, is a Buddha's rank comparable to the status of one of the Four Royals?

It's like the college entrance exam; if you score well, your school's teachers have always encouraged you, saying that with your grades, getting into a top university is assured with effort.

But now? Even before the exam starts, world-renowned universities are already prepared to admit you exceptionally...

"Although I already knew the immense effect of the Soul-Returning Spell, comparable to the Ginseng Fruit Tree and the Empress's Peaches, I didn't expect such a strong reaction from the Jade Emperor!" Hearing the Jade Emperor's words, Jiang Liu secretly marveled in his heart.

Of course, Jiang Liu also understood that the Jade Emperor's emphasis wasn't just solely because of the Soul-Returning Spell, but also due to his own formidable strength and other means.

"Amitabha..."

At this moment, the Tathagata could no longer remain seated; after chanting a Buddha's name, he interrupted the Jade Emperor and said, "Your Majesty, Xuanzang is a disciple of the Buddhist Sect and bears the heavy responsibility of the Journey to the West for Scriptures..."

"I am aware!" Hearing the words of the Tathagata, the Jade Emperor nodded slightly, in a most open-minded manner, saying, "I can wait, wait until the Journey to the West for Scriptures is completed, then Xuanzang, you can come to my Heavenly Court! Moreover..."

At these words, the Jade Emperor paused slightly, then looked at the Tathagata and continued, "Buddha, isn't that Rascal Monkey also my Heavenly Court's Great Sage Equalling Heaven? Yet now he's entered your Buddhist Sect; did I ever say much? And isn't Marshal Tianpeng and General Juanlian, along with the Third Crown Prince of the Western Sea Dragon King..."

The Jade Emperor was now practically counting these with his fingers against the Tathagata.

Indeed, in terms of identity, the Great Sage Equalling Heaven, Marshal Tianpeng, General Juanlian, and even the Little White Dragon originally belonged to the Heavenly Court.

But now, after they joined the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team, naturally, they also became part of the Buddhist Sect.

The Jade Emperor's words made many immortals in Lingxiao Hall turn their heads, their gazes falling on the Tathagata, secretly nodding.

One must admit, the Jade Emperor's words had some reasoning; so many people originally belonged to the Heavenly Court, but now they joined the Buddhist Sect, to which the Jade Emperor hadn't said much.

Now, just one Xuanzang, wanting him to join the Heavenly Court, yet the Tathagata obstructs it? How can that be justified?

The Tathagata's face did not look too good, yet, with downcast eyes he remained speechless.

There was nothing to be done, as the Jade Emperor was the ruler of the Heavenly Court, his wish to make Xuanzang one of the Four Royals was just a matter of saying the word.

Although he himself was the leader of the Buddhist Sect, some things were not within his authority.

After all, above him, there were still two Hierarchs.

Even conferring Buddhahood was an identity inferior to the Four Royals; to keep Xuanzang, the promise should be higher than the Jade Emperor's, right?

But, with the identity of the leader of the Buddhist Sect, who could outweigh the Four Royals? Only the Three-World Buddha might?

Tathagata remained silent, with no words to retort, while the Jade Emperor's gaze fell on the Tathagata, a faint smile on his face.

With the status of the Four Royals, if they could recruit Xuanzang into the Heavenly Court, it would indeed be a significant gain.

And as for the Tathagata? He had no way of offering a higher status.

Whether Xuanzang truly agreed or not, at least the sincerity was shown, which Tathagata could not match, and in the future, this would inevitably become a rift between Tathagata and Xuanzang, right?

"Not bad, not bad, for the situation to develop to this point is truly a pleasant surprise..." Jiang Liu did not express an opinion, merely observing the dispute between the Tathagata and the Jade Emperor, inwardly chuckling.