Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

The disciple of the Demon Slayer from the Nine Heavens parted ways, leaving even Marshal Tianpeng, despite his troubles, with the respect his original identity commanded. Once Bajie extended his hand to save the evil demon, he too departed.

"Wow, what's your background? You're so incredible? Even the disciple of the Demon Slayer from the Nine Heavens has to give you face!"

The woman in the black gauze dress widened her eyes and exclaimed in astonishment as she asked Bajie.

"He's just my junior, after all. Back in the days when I, Old Pig, served as Marshal Tianpeng in heaven, I was acquainted with his master, the Demon Slayer from the Nine Heavens!" Beside him, the woman's astonished and admiring gaze seemed to fill Bajie with such vanity that he spoke with proud defiance on his face.

"You're so powerful!" The female demon gazed at Bajie with eyes filled with awe and admiration.

This statement was not flattery but genuinely heartfelt.

Indeed, for a member of the demon kind to have connections with immortals, especially a major figure from the Immortal Realm, was indeed a very impressive feat.

"By the way, my name is Zhu Bajie, what's your name?"

The unreserved admiration in the female demon's eyes greatly pleased Bajie, who, holding her hands tenderly, smiled affectionately.

"My name is Zhuzhu, I'm a spider!" the female demon answered with a coquettish smile.

"I'm a pig too! We are truly a match made in heaven. Seeing you, I finally understand what love at first sight feels like..."

Hearing the female demon's response, Bajie spoke tenderly, his cheesy lines firing out one after another non-stop.

"You, you want to have children with me!?" Sharply opening her eyes wide, the female demon asked, a surprised expression on her face.

The female demon's bold and straightforward words stunned Bajie for a moment.

However, how could he falter at a crucial time? Bajie nodded vigorously and said, "Yes! Of course, I do!"

"Then, then once I have recovered from my injuries, let's be together and have a little baby, shall we?" Laughing in response to Bajie's reply, the female demon asked.

"Let's go, I'll take you to my master to heal you right now!"

The female demon's boldness both shocked and delighted Bajie; he hugged her tightly and turned to walk towards Jiang Liu.

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"Master… Master… Save me…"

Sitting cross-legged and cultivating the Heavenly Dragon Zen Sound, Jiang Liu suddenly heard Bajie's cries. Opening his eyes, he saw Bajie carrying a seductive and charming woman over.

As Jiang Liu's gaze fell on the female demon, he naturally noticed that her health bar was only around 20%.

"Master, please save her! Zhuzhu is badly hurt!" Bajie said to Jiang Liu, holding the woman in front of him.

"Bajie, what, what exactly is happening here?"

Didn't you just go to the river to clean some stuff? And now you've returned with a woman? Jiang Liu was also perplexed, wondering what had happened.

"Bajie? Why did you bring a demon creature here?" By the side, Sun Wukong, instantly recognizing the identity of the woman being held, asked.

As he spoke, Sun Wukong's gaze sought Jiang Liu's directive, recalling that most demons encountered en route had been dealt with by the master.

"Master, her name is Zhuzhu, and I just met her. I think I've found true love; please save her!"

Addressing Jiang Liu's inquiry, Bajie succinctly explained what had just happened.

Jiang Liu rolled his eyes at Bajie's statement, clearly annoyed.

True love? Throughout this journey, any slight beauty you think is your true love! But what's the result? It's all just your own wishful thinking; you like them, but that doesn't mean they like you back.

"Young lady, you're called Zhuzhu, aren't you? My disciple here says he likes you. What do you think?" Feeling the need to confront Bajie with reality, Jiang Liu didn't rush to save her but instead turned to the stunning female demon he was holding and asked.

"I like him too! I'm willing to have children with him!" Zhuzhu in Bajie's embrace answered frankly.

"…" Now, Jiang Liu was utterly dumbfounded. What situation was this? Just a heroic rescue, and the female demon was ready to pledge herself to him?

Wasn't this the kind of treatment only handsome people received? For the ugly, wasn't it always monumental gratitude that promised servitude in the next life?

Confused as he might have been, since Bajie had brought her back, and she was his disciple after all, he felt inclined to save face.

Jiang Liu raised his hand and cast the Guanyin Mantra skill on Zhuzhu, instantly boosting her health by a significant margin.

"Wow, what powerful divine skills!" With her health rapidly restored by 20%, Zhuzhu felt her injuries immediately improve and expressed her amazement to Jiang Liu.

While speaking, her gaze swept over Jiang Liu and his group, then she turned to Bajie and asked, "You all, who are you exactly?"

"Oh, we are on a journey to the Western Heaven to seek scriptures."

Although he had already reached 40% health and, in theory, could walk on his own, Bajie still just held Zhuzhu in his arms without any intention of letting go, as he responded.

"Oh, so you are the ones going to the Western Heaven for the scriptures! I've heard before about a group of monks from the Tang Dynasty on a scripture-seeking journey, among whom Master Xuanzang is particularly famous. It's said that eating a piece of his flesh grants Longevity Life!" Zhuzhu, clearly aware of Jiang Liu's reputation, exclaimed in astonishment.

Meanwhile, her eyes intensely fixed on Jiang Liu.

"Are you thinking of eating me?" Jiang Liu asked, slightly raising an eyebrow at Zhuzhu's gaze.

"Of course, I am!" Zhuzhu surprisingly answered briskly and openly admitted.

However, right after her response, she reached out and wrapped her arms around Bajie's neck, very intimately and added, "But it's just a thought. For now, I'd rather have children with Bajie, and if I were to eat anyone, it would be him!"

'Hehehe, I am willing to be completely eaten by you!' Unlike the female demons they encountered along the way who were all crying and screaming to be with the Master, Bajie was overjoyed to finally meet one who wanted to be with him. He held Zhuzhu tightly in his arms.

"This female demon is quite straightforward!" Zhuzhu's response made Jiang Liu silently muse. The Flesh of Longevity, who wouldn't want to eat it? Her ability to boldly admit it indeed showed a straightforward character.

But to be willing to be with Bajie just upon meeting him? Even openly saying she wants to have his children? That straightforwardness seemed a bit too much, didn't it?

Finding a female demon who was willing to be with him and even openly expressed her desire to bear his children, Bajie's heart was of course very joyful. After Jiang Liu's Guanyin Mantra had cooled down, and he recited it three more times, completely restoring Bajie's health, Bajie happily took Zhuzhu aside to speak of love.

"Hehehe, Master, this fool is traveling with a female demon. When we reach Spirit Mountain in the Western Heaven, do you think Tathagata will explode in anger?"

With a single leap, Sun Wukong came to Jiang Liu's side, laughing heartily with great anticipation.

However, regarding Sun Wukong's comment, Jiang Liu remained silent without an answer.

This female demon Zhuzhu was not mentioned in the original story, not even a hint, but now not only had she appeared, she had also fallen in romantic discourse with Bajie?

Jiang Liu naturally felt that something was amiss.

Could it really be the butterfly effect caused by his own intervention? Or could this be another trial arranged by Guanyin?

This matter should not be underestimated, yet Jiang Liu also did not rush to say much, continuing to close his eyes and practice the Heavenly Dragon Zen Sound cultivation technique.

Seeing that Jiang Liu was unwilling to speak, Sun Wukong, still uninterested, lay down to one side.

As for Wujing? He was originally a very marginal character and had resolved to just tag along to the Western Heaven. As long as he could smoothly reach the Western Heaven, nothing else mattered much to him, so he naturally didn't say anything more.

Even in Wujing's mind, he felt it was better the more mistakes his master and brothers made.

By then, in the Western Heaven, wouldn't he more clearly realize his untainted nature?

For three consecutive days, Bajie and Zhuzhu were inseparable. Jiang Liu wanted to talk to him alone, but there was no chance.

Finally, one day, Zhuzhu saw a clear stream and went to bathe on the side, finally giving Jiang Liu a chance to sit down with Bajie on the grass and chat.

"Hehehe, Master, I really owe you big time for this!" Before Jiang Liu could speak, Bajie already started expressing his gratitude profoundly.

"Thank me for what? For treating her injuries?" Jiang Liu was slightly taken aback upon hearing Bajie's thanks.

"No, I'm thanking you, Master, for teaching me how to court girls. Even though I've only learned a little, I've become unbeatable in the realm of love!"

Bajie laughed proudly. The sweet nothings that Jiang Liu taught him had become, more than ever, a treasured doctrine to him.

"Actually, Bajie, I think regarding your feelings for Miss Zhuzhu, it would be better to give up!" Observing Bajie's joyous demeanor, Jiang Liu pondered briefly before speaking.

"Ah! Master? Why is that?" Bajie's face fell upon hearing Jiang Liu's words.

The methods were taught by his master, but why was he now opposing his relationship with Miss Zhuzhu?

"Bajie, haven't you noticed? Miss Zhuzhu is a beautiful female demon, surely not lacking admirers. Why would she fall for you at first sight? Could there be some other calculations or plots behind this?" Jiang Liu cautioned Bajie.

Though Bajie was never short of desire, it must be acknowledged that unlike those scoundrels who turn their backs after getting what they want, Bajie's behavior was more similar to that of Duan Zhengchun. He was not just affectionate but overly so, seemingly willing to invest emotionally in every woman.

"Master, I have to disagree with you there. Couldn't it be possible for me, old pig, to meet someone who truly loves me?" Even though he found Jiang Liu's words reasonable, Bajie still preferred to believe that Zhuzhu's feelings for him were genuine.

"That possibility is not very likely!" Jiang Liu shook his head and said.

"Not likely doesn't mean impossible, right?"

Bajie stubbornly said, having an attitude that seemed to embrace and trust love despite repeated heartbreaks.

Bajie's words caused Jiang Liu to go silent for a moment before he spoke in a subdued voice, "Even if as you say, Miss Zhuzhu truly cares for you, do you think the Buddha and Bodhisattva above would want to see this?"

"At that time, if they intervene..."

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