Journey to the West: Great Saint Equal to Heaven

But, everyone knew that this was only the beginning.

The change of power, the replacement of the God Era, there would definitely be turmoil, there had to be bloodshed.

The battle today, in fact, was not yet grand, many strong beings were still observing, not yet joining in.

But from this day onward, before the Great Emperor Ziwei completely took control of the Three Realms, the entire Three Realms would not be too peaceful, and events would continue to occur. 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

Battles were unavoidable, and bloodshed was also inevitable.

To change the heavens and the earth, there was bound to be the sacrifice of blood.

Sun Wukong and the others went their separate ways, he returned to Huaguo Mountain.

After a great battle, everyone was somewhat weary and took their rest.

Sun Wukong sat cross-legged at the peak of the mountain when suddenly he felt a hint of drowsiness.

A sense of warning surged in Sun Wukong’s heart, he had just gone through a great battle but was full of spirit. Plus, being of a Heavenly Venerate’s physique, how could he suddenly feel sleepy?

Someone was affecting him with a spell, attempting to forcefully pull him into a dream.

Realizing this, Sun Wukong decided not to resist, allowing the other party to pull him into the dream.

In the dream, this place was the Ancient Barbaric Wilderness, filled with the aura of primitiveness, with Mythical Beasts running wild, and hawks and falcons spreading their wings to strike the sky.

Ancient trees reached the skies.

Majestic mountains stretched endlessly, brimming with life and vitality, with powerful races moving through them—a roar shook the heavens and the earth.

This place, though primitive, was full of nature’s aura, and all Living Beings were very powerful.

Sun Wukong looked up, above was the Heavenly Court, exuding grandeur and awe.

The Divine Generals and celestial officials were all mighty, and order was well maintained.

An utmost being sat on the Emperor’s throne at the center of the Heavenly Court, looking unsurpassed in dignity as if he were the supreme ruler of all creatures.

Emperor Jun, and moreover, an Emperor Jun who reigned as the ruler of the Three Realms.

Compared to his dignity, the current Great Emperor Ziwei could only be considered a grandchild.

Of course, this was not important.

The longer one occupies that position, the greater the natural dignity that comes with the status.

The Jade Emperor in comparison, was not far behind.

Sun Wukong traveled through the Four Seas and Eight Wastelands, he saw the Human Race, although newly born, but very strong; they thrived under the watchful eyes of fierce beasts.

Emperor Jun was quite fond of the Human Race, providing them with great assistance.

This surprised Sun Wukong, the growth of the Human Race was inseparable from this Ancient Heavenly Emperor.

He knew in his heart that the Emperor was indeed one of the Heavenly Emperors revered by the Human Race, so nothing was odd about that.

If this was the state of affairs during the reign of the Ancient Heavenly Emperor, Sun Wukong thought that his overthrow might have been somewhat improper.

But, there was certainly something wrong here.

Baize appeared before Sun Wukong, taking human form, and with a light smile, asked, "Great Saint, what do you think of this prosperous age?"

Without concealing his thoughts, Sun Wukong replied in a deep voice, "Very good, all things follow their paths, heaven and earth are orderly, returning to nature. Although it’s different from our era, it belongs to another kind of development, another kind of prosperity. Emperor Jun is worthy of the title of Heavenly Emperor, Old Sun admires him."

This was his genuine thought, and he naturally spoke it out loud.

Baize showed a smile; with a light chuckle, he said, "It’s a pity, such a wise Heavenly Emperor was banished by some to a place beyond the heavens. Do you think that’s appropriate, Great Saint?"

"It’s not."

Baize revealed a pleased look as he continued, "That’s why, Baize is here to ask the Great Saint to lend a hand, to help my lord return and take control of the heaven and earth again."

"You think I’m an idiot?"

Sun Wukong suddenly said as he kicked Baize, sending him flying away.

Baize was astonished, looking at Sun Wukong with uncertainty. If he thought Emperor Jun was a good ruler, why did he react this way?

"Great Saint, I swear, these scenes are all truly what I have witnessed, absolutely no deceit. If there’s any falsehood, let it be punished by heaven and destroyed by earth," said Baize solemnly.

Although this was a dream, they were beings of Heavenly Venerate’s strength; making vows here would also be inscribed by the heavens and the earth, and once fulfilled, would indeed lead to utter destruction.

If it was anyone else, they would have believed Baize’s words.

But Sun Wukong was even less convinced.

With a sneer, he said, "Don’t play word games with Old Sun, Baize. I’ve realized you have some petty cleverness. Do you think you’re the only smart person in this world?"

Baize looked astonished and asked seriously, "What do you mean, Great Saint?"

In his eyes, a rare trace of anger flickered.

It was tolerable to insult him, but to challenge his intelligence—that he could not accept. This was what he prided himself on most.

"I don’t understand what the Great Saint means," said Baize coldly.

Sun Wukong chuckled coldly; speaking lightly, he said, "You showed me these scenes, and indeed they are real, just edited. You only presented the best aspects of Emperor Jun’s reign, but the dark side, you haven’t shown at all. Don’t you find this strange? Or are you insulting my intelligence, thinking I can’t see this?"

Sun Wukong curled his lip in disdain and said, "Every ruler can’t possibly have only light without darkness. Kindness alone cannot rule the Three Realms. Old Sun has also been a Monkey King; do you know how many monkeys I’ve killed at Huaguo Mountain who wished to challenge my position as Monkey King?"

"The ruler of the Three Realms is similar to a monkey horde’s Monkey King. To hold power, force is essential. Your scenes are too idyllic, I dare not believe them."

Baize’s mouth twitched. He had actually forgotten this point.