Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

Palm Thunder!

Once again utilizing the skill combination of Flashing Brilliance Shoes and Palm Thunder, Jiang Liu's figure flashed past, instantly appearing in front of a Demon General, his hand directly grabbing a Snake Demon's head, and then, a brilliant blue lightning bolt emanated from the center of Jiang Liu's palm.

This Snake Demon, which had just jumped out intending to eat human flesh, was instantly killed by Jiang Liu's Palm Thunder, its body turning into a charred figure.

Notification: Gained Experience Points 2200.

Notification: Level increased by 1, current level 29.

As this Snake Demon was slain by Jiang Liu, and the experience points were credited, a cool sensation swept through his body, once again elevating Jiang Liu's level, bringing him up to level 29.

Since the trial at the Buddhist Sect, more than half a month had passed. Along the way, with stops and starts, cultivating the Heavenly Dragon Zen Sound and battling monsters for levels, time passed rather quickly, and finally, his level had reached 29.

"Phew, finally level 29, huh?"

Leveling up was naturally a joyous occasion. Jiang Liu let out a long breath, overwhelmingly happy, yet filled with more anticipation.

At level 10 he had unlocked inventory space, at level 20 the mission feature, and now, nearly at level 30, what feature would appear?

Would level 30 unlock a new feature? Jiang Liu had no doubts whatsoever, especially since the Guild Creation Token was in hand, and the attribute information stated that the social feature needed to be unlocked to establish a guild.

That is to say, there must be a social feature waiting to be unlocked.

Moreover, the durability of equipment was also an issue; it couldn't always rely on Repair Oil, right?

So, barring any surprises, the system of Life Professions should also be unlocked...

"Disciples, look, it's getting late. Let's camp out here tonight! I'm in a good mood today, how about we grill some skewers? It seems like it's been about half a month since we last did!" Having leveled up, Jiang Liu felt it was worth celebrating. Looking at the sky, already turning to dusk, he proposed.

"Oh yes, oh yes! Master, the other day you added some Cornus Fruit to the skewers, and it tasted even better; Old Pig has been craving it!" Hearing Jiang Liu's words, Zhu Bajie, who was next to him practicing cheesy pick-up lines, eagerly nodded in agreement.

"Hmm, although the Cornus Fruit is a bit spicy, it can barely be considered mild, we'll just have to make do!" responding to Zhu Bajie's words, Jiang Liu sighed helplessly.

Spicy? Naturally, chili would be the best, but what if there's no chili?

About half a month ago, Jiang Liu did happen upon some Cornus Fruit, which had a bit of a spicy taste, albeit not as much as chili, so he tried using it. Though he wasn't satisfied, it was better than nothing.

Hearing that their master was in a good mood, and that there would be grilled meat to eat, Sun Wukong was naturally very happy. Both Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie volunteered to help, one washing and the other slicing the meat, each knowing what they needed to do.

Jiang Liu laid out all his seasonings for grilling, and with Sun Wukong and the others skewering the meat, Jiang Liu only needed to take care of the barbecue.

The three master and disciples cooperated seamlessly.

After the skewers were cooked, Jiang Liu also set out two jars of rice wine he had bought a few days earlier, letting Sun Wukong blow a gust of hot air on them.

Drinking the warm, sweet rice wine and eating the grilled skewers, the flavor was truly enjoyable.

The weather was still cold, but it seemed that the coldest days were behind them. Counting the days, spring wasn't far off.

Thinking about the season, Jiang Liu couldn't help but reflect internally; having been in the world of Journey to the West for a few more months, it would be a year, right?

Moreover, counting the days, it seemed like the New Year in the world of the Journey to the West wasn't far off? Probably less than a month away?

However, on the Journey to the West, whether or not it was New Year seemed to make little difference?

Jiang Liu and his two disciples sat around a table, drinking and eating meat merrily.

At the same time, Jiang Liu was not stingy, casually tossing large slices of grilled meat onto a plate; the White Dragon Horse understood it was its portion and came over to eat, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Sha Wujing sat alone in a corner, holding a pancake in his hand, taking a bite, then sipping some water.

Even though it wasn't very tasty, at least it filled the stomach, right?

"Brother Sha, are you really not eating? Master's grilled meat tastes truly great!" Sha Wujing sat alone, eating his pancake and drinking water, while the White Dragon Horse suddenly came over and whispered.

"Xiaobai, we are from the Buddhist Sect, how could we indulge in meat and wine? If we were to reach Western Heaven, the Buddha would surely blame us. I advise you not to eat anymore either!" Hearing the White Dragon Horse's words, Sha Wujing shook his head and spoke seriously.

Before, when he was a demon creature in Liusha River, it was fine, even eating people didn't matter, no one could control him; but now, having joined the Buddhist Sect, one must naturally follow the rules of the sect.

In Sha Wujing's view, if they indeed reached Western Heaven, and the master and brothers had been eating meat and drinking along the way, it would surely displease the Tathagata.

At that moment, only he could maintain a vegetarian diet, and perhaps, delighted by his own devotion, Buddha might grant him a better identity!?

...

What calculations Sha Wujing was making, let's not talk about for the moment. After having their fill of food and drink, Jiang Liu turned and sat down to cultivate in a lotus position, while Sun Wukong cleaned up the dishes.

And what about Zhu Bajie? He took some of the dishes to the riverside to wash.

"Hmm, this cornus fruit's spiciness is really good indeed. After adding it, the taste improved a lot. I really don't know what the chili that master mentioned tastes like..." Holding some dishes that needed washing, Zhu Bajie walked for a while and arrived at a small river.

Just as he reached the riverside thinking about washing the dishes, suddenly, his nose twitched slightly.

Looking up, he saw a woman lying in the grass not far away, dressed in a black chiffon skirt. Even though her face was obscured because she was lying face down, her graceful, curvaceous figure definitely caught Zhu Bajie's eye.

Dropping the things in his hand on the ground, Zhu Bajie strode over to the woman and boldly flipped her over.

The black chiffon skirt, coupled with her dense, black hair and fair, delicate face, had Zhu Bajie's eyes nearly popping out.

Although it was clear at a glance that she was a female demon, her stunning beauty momentarily captivated Zhu Bajie.

Perhaps due to Zhu Bajie's actions, the woman slowly opened her eyes. She was clearly not lightly injured, weakly muttering, "Save... save me..."

"Huh? Wait, a few days ago, master gave my elder brother and me two potions each, saying the red ones are for life-saving, and the blue ones can restore mana!"

Hearing the woman's plea for help, Zhu Bajie was moved and hurriedly took out a red potion from his bosom, pouring it into the female demon's mouth.

As the healing potion was administered, within moments, the female demon's injuries somewhat recovered.

Although her injuries were still grave, her spirit seemed somewhat better.

"Are you, are you a pig demon? Do you have any more of those potions? A few more bottles, and I could be healed!" A small bottle of potion had significantly healed her wounds, and the woman in the black chiffon dress, astonished, asked Zhu Bajie.

"No more, that potion was my only bottle, for critical life-saving moments!" Zhu Bajie, looking naive, shook his head as he spoke.

"Your only bottle?" she couldn't help but feel moved by Zhu Bajie's words.

"Why, why do you save me!? A simple gesture to save me is one thing, but to use your only potion on me, it's oddly generous," the woman felt puzzled as she asked.

"Why? Because of the burning! Didn't you smell something scorched? It's my heart you've set on fire!" Recently having become quite fluent in cheesy romantic lines, Zhu Bajie blurted out promptly.

"A scorched smell!?"

The woman sniffed and then saw some discarded barbecue grills nearby, and said irritably, "Are you sure that scorched smell isn't coming from over there?"

"No, my heart, is burning more intensely! The moment I saw you, I just..." With a tender and passionate expression, Zhu Bajie gazed at the enchanting and beautiful woman in front of him.

Whiz!

However, before Zhu Bajie could finish his sentence, suddenly, a streak of light flashed by and swiftly headed their way.

"Quick, hide! The people who are after me have arrived!" Seeing the rapidly approaching light, the woman's complexion changed, and she quickly spoke.

"Don't worry, with me here, no one can hurt you! From now on, all you need to do is let me protect you!" At the crucial moment, how could Zhu Bajie act timidly? Holding the woman in his arms, he looked utterly assertive.

"But, they who are chasing us are immortals, disciples of the Deity-Slaying Elder! We need to run!" Seeing that Zhu Bajie was also a pig demon, despite his assertive words, the woman urgently spoke.

"Evil demon, where will you run to!" The light flashed, and a young man landed in front of Zhu Bajie, his hands holding a blue immortal sword, radiating a fierce aura.

"It's over..." Seeing the young man who had descended, the woman in the black chiffon dress turned even paler, her face showing utter despair.

A disciple of the Deity-Slaying Elder, a genuine Heavenly Immortal, was not something mere ordinary demons could confront.

"Oh, who do I have here, it's you! How has your master been lately?" Yet, seeing the young man who appeared, Zhu Bajie greeted him nonchalantly.

"You are!?" Seeing Zhu Bajie, who had taken the initiative to greet him, the young man looked a bit surprised, soon his expression softened, and he even respectfully bowed, saying politely, "It's you? Qingxu pays his respects to Marshal!"

"Ah!? This pig demon actually knows an immortal!? And from his words, it seems he knows the Deity-Slaying Elder too!?"

The woman by his side, who originally had a look of despair, looked at Zhu Bajie in shock and awe.

Who would have guessed, this pig demon had such impressive connections!?