Great Demon Sun Wukong

Chapter 865 -759: Tang Sanzang

The wailing did not last long, as it was abruptly interrupted by the potent demon qi emitted by the Demon Emperor Halberd. When it was still the Purple Gold Halberd, the spirit within it could transform into human form, aiding Ling Weiyang in battles with considerable intelligence. However, after evolving into the Demon Emperor Halberd, it lost the ability to take on human form, replaced by a wild surge in demonic power. The combat power of the Demon Emperor Halberd alone was already on par with that of ordinary Heavenly Venerates. The previous battles had demonstrated its sharpness, which not even the Jingu Bang could withstand, proving the might of the evolved Demon Emperor Halberd.

Although it couldn’t transform into human form, the wisdom of the Demon Emperor Halberd remained. So after Ling Weiyang’s death, the Halberd decided to avenge him. Though the Pioneer was dead, his weapon still existed. The first thought of the Demon Emperor Halberd was to sever the Myriad Blood Halberd to offer a tribute to Ling Weiyang. However, just as the demonic qi of the Demon Emperor Halberd began to gather, two figures appeared beside the Myriad Blood Halberd, one black and one white. The aura of the white figure was remarkably similar to that of the Pioneer. This was not the first time these figures had appeared; they had manifested when Sun Wukong used the Wasteland Stele before, though only partially at that time.

The ancient battle where the Pioneer used nine World Suppressing Steles to seal the Underworld Venerate was indeed true but not entirely accurate. The most correct version should be that the Pioneer used the nine Steles as a medium to seal the spirit of the Underworld Venerate. Although the Underworld Venerate was cut into nine parts by Dao Zhun using the Formless Divine Sword, his body was not sealed by the Steles but was later refined by the Pioneer. After the Pioneer’s death, his separated spirit, having no place to reside, was attracted by the spirit of the Underworld Venerate sealed within the Steles and thus entered the Steles as well.

Whether by coincidence or not, the spirit was also divided into nine parts. In other words, the nine World Suppressing Steles truly sealed the spirits of both the Pioneer and the Underworld Venerate, the black and white figures seen by Sun Wukong. Earlier, when Sun Wukong’s power surged, he hurriedly managed to control the two figures within the Wasteland Stele. But now, with the nine Steles merging into the current Myriad Blood Halberd, the spirits of the Pioneer and the Underworld Venerate naturally fused into one complete entity. It’s worth mentioning that these black and white figures were not the Pioneer and the Underworld Venerate themselves. In reality, after the Pioneer expelled his spirit and sealed the Underworld Venerate, the spirits of the two reborn with entirely new consciousness.

In other words, the black and white figures were two entirely new individuals with the aura of the Pioneer and the Underworld Venerate. Now, these two spirits resided within the Myriad Blood Halberd, forming an exceedingly rare dual-spirit artifact. This effectively doubled the combat power the Myriad Blood Halberd could exert. Had the Pioneer known this, killing Ling Weiyang wouldn’t have been so troublesome. This was also why the black and white figures appeared only after Ling Weiyang’s death.

Feeling the intense demonic power of the Demon Emperor Halberd, the two figures within the Myriad Blood Halberd showed faces of greed and excitement. Before the Demon Emperor Halberd’s demonic power could launch an attack, the Myriad Blood Halberd radiated a fierce blood-red light and charged directly at the Demon Emperor Halberd. It forcibly absorbed the Demon Emperor Halberd within itself, engulfing all the surrounding demon qi with its own vital energy. Who could have guessed that after the self-destructive battle between the Pioneer and Ling Weiyang, the Myriad Blood Halberd would forcefully absorb the Demon Emperor Halberd? If Ling Weiyang were still alive, he would have been infuriated to death.

After absorbing the Demon Emperor Halberd, the Myriad Blood Halberd showed no changes, and the black and white figures returned to the halberd. Upon their disappearance, the blood-red light suddenly dimmed, and the Myriad Blood Halberd transformed into an ordinary-looking red long halberd, appearing like a common mortal weapon.

With Ling Weiyang’s death, the stars sky barrier he set up also disappeared. Sun Wukong and the others exchanged glances and charged out immediately. Soon, with the addition of Xi Zhao and the Nine Kirin, they arrived at the battleground of the Pioneer and the Underworld Venerate. But the scene had entirely changed, filled with the aftermath of a fierce battle. However, the Nine Kirin quickly found Ling Weiyang, guided by their mutual Kirin sense. Seeing Ling Weiyang’s tragic state, all the Nine Kirin kneeled and wept bitterly. Ling Weiyang’s death was indeed tragic, with a fist-sized blood hole in his heart and a large wound on his head, blood mixed with brain matter scattered on the ground. He was utterly dead, with his soul dissipated, or perhaps absorbed by the Myriad Blood Halberd.

Looking at Ling Weiyang’s body, Xi Zhao also felt intense shock and disbelief. He was the one who knew Ling Weiyang the best. Knowing Ling Weiyang’s strength, having evolved into the strongest state of Purple Gold Stars Kirin and his weapon into the Demon Emperor Halberd, Xi Zhao never thought anyone could kill Ling Weiyang. Previously, he thought Ling Weiyang might not kill the Pioneer but could at least end in mutual destruction. But now, Ling Weiyang was dead, utterly and miserably. Staring blankly at Ling Weiyang, Xi Zhao was in a daze. It wasn’t just Xi Zhao; everyone except Sun Wukong and Zhibei showed expressions of intense shock. No one expected Ling Weiyang, the young hero who dared to challenge all the divine kingdoms with his wisdom and meticulous plans, to die like this.

Only Sun Wukong and Zhibei showed expressions of regret. When they were in the cave, Zhibei had already foreseen the precise manner of Ling Weiyang’s death: killed by the Pioneer, with the Pioneer cursed to death by the Dragon Ancestor. When Xi Zhao suggested Sun Wukong help break Ling Weiyang’s barrier, Zhibei declined on Sun Wukong’s behalf. He knew that even if everyone on Xi Zhao’s side went out, they would only accompany Ling Weiyang to his grave. Facing the Pioneer, victory wasn’t determined by numbers.

Because of the Dragon Ancestor’s curse, the Pioneer was destined to die, so there was no need to drag Xi Zhao and the others along. Moreover, since Xi Zhao’s life was tied to Sun Wukong’s flame god, any accident to Xi Zhao would mean death for Sun Wukong and the flame god. Thus, Zhibei’s refusal directly saved Xi Zhao and the Nine Kirin, indirectly saving Sun Wukong and the flame god, and even the entire universe.

The outcome was the best for the Divine Nations Alliance.

“Where is the Pioneer? Why is there only Ling Weiyang’s corpse here? Could it be that after killing Ling Weiyang, the Pioneer has already left?” The Rogue Heart Sword Hero also felt complicated. Although Ling Weiyang was an enemy, his strength and strategy earned Rogue Heart’s respect. The fall of such a hero was inevitably saddening. Zhibei steadied his slightly shaking body and said, “Dead, utterly annihilated with no chance of revival. They perished together.” Zhibei didn’t mention the Dragon Ancestor to avoid unnecessary conflict with the Canglan River Realm and stir disputes between the Myriad Demons Country and the Water Realm.

Upon hearing Zhibei’s words, Dream Kirin Ye Xingchen among the Nine Kirin suddenly raised his head, eyes almost bloodshot, glaring at Zhibei and said through gritted teeth, “Did you know? You definitely knew. You stopped Sun Wukong and Xi Zhao from breaking the barrier to save Lord Ling Weiyang because you knew he would die. Right?” Zhibei quietly nodded and said, “Yes, I knew. I also know your Myriad Demons Country is being attacked by countless Annihilation Nine Headed Serpents. In three days, it will fall, and you will be homeless!”

Zhibei’s words, though not entirely true, were based on a high probability future he foresaw. “Damn you, Zhibei, I will kill you to avenge our lord!” Ye Xingchen charged at Zhibei, eyes blazing with anger, but was intercepted by Xi Zhao. Despite his own anger, Xi Zhao knew that starting a fight with the Divine Nations Alliance here would lead to their doom.

Being stopped by Xi Zhao, Ye Xingchen calmed down slightly but clenched his fists tightly. Xi Zhao shook his head at him and then turned to Sun Wukong and said, “We shall leave. If we meet again, there will be no mercy.” Saying this, he waved to the Nine Kirin, Luo Chen, Qian Shang, and Ming Tong to leave. But as soon as he turned, he saw a group of people blocking their way.

Leading the group was Tang Sanzang, with Cheng Qian, the Soul Devourer, the Demon Spirit Butcher, the Dragon Emperor, the Six-Eared Macaque, Lin Xi, Bu Yun, Bi Hai, and Jixin following him. This unusual gathering of individuals stood behind Tang Sanzang. The sight stunned everyone, even Sun Wukong. The group, unlikely allies, defied expectations. Ignoring the surprised glances, Tang Sanzang first saluted Xi Zhao and then said, “Where is the master going?”

Xi Zhao, unsure of Tang Sanzang’s intentions, cautiously replied, “We are leaving; there’s no reason to stay here.” Contrary to Xi Zhao’s expectations of hindrance, Tang Sanzang nodded and said, “Indeed, it is time to leave. But before you go, I have a request.” Xi Zhao’s expression changed but he held his composure, “What does the master need?”

Tang Sanzang calmly said, “Remove the Netherworld Fortuity Fruit from the master’s body, then you may leave.”

Xi Zhao was shocked. Removing the Heart meant death. He was infuriated. Removing the Heart was not just severing the connection with the Netherworld Fortuity Fruit; it was a death sentence. How could he agree? (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Starting Point (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)freēwēbηovel.c૦m