Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years-Chapter 538 - 532: When the Saint is Angry, the World Trembles【Third Update, Please Subscribe】_1

Chapter 538: Chapter 532: When the Saint is Angry, the World Trembles【Third Update, Please Subscribe】_1

The Saint was furious.

Saint Zhunti’s face darkened, his aura sweeping across the entire mortal world. Even the Ninefold Heaven Palace trembled; countless creatures could feel the Saint’s anger. They prostrated themselves on the ground, shivering uncontrollably.

"Who has provoked the Saint’s wrath? It’s terrifying. It’s been so long since anyone felt the Saint’s fury."

"Such a terrifying aura, which Saint could it be?"

"How fearsome this aura is, as if it’s the end of the world—the sun and moon have lost their luster."

「On the road.」

The Nine-winged Mosquito, who was heading toward the Flowing Sand River, suddenly stopped in its tracks, utterly shocked.

"HISS!"

"This aura belongs to that old monk Zhunti; he has actually left the World of Ultimate Bliss. Everyone thought he was in seclusion for cultivation there, but in reality, it was because Taoist Ancestor Hongjun blamed him for getting involved in the Divine Enthronement, ordering both him and his martial brother to remain confined in the World of Ultimate Bliss."

"Could it be that the time has come? How dare that old monk Zhunti actually leave the World of Ultimate Bliss!?"

Soon after, the Nine-winged Mosquito’s expression grew uglier. He muttered, "Such a terrifying aura, and yet so controlled—it seems he has grown even more powerful since the time of the Divine Enthronement."

"Let me calculate where exactly he is. HISS, he’s actually at the Flowing Sand River! What on earth did Sha Chen do to provoke a Saint’s appearance?"

Of course, the Nine-winged Mosquito could not deduce the situation at the Flowing Sand River, nor the whereabouts of the Saint. However, he was able to divine that the powerful Saintly aura was emanating from somewhere around the Flowing Sand River; the aura was most intense in the vicinity of that realm. And with no famous immortal mountains or renowned locations nearby, it could only be at the Flowing Sand River.

The Nine-winged Mosquito didn’t say another word, turning around and leaving.

He didn’t want to lose his life at the Flowing Sand River. He was going to find Sha Chen to get his injuries healed, not to court death. He also didn’t know how Sha Chen had managed to provoke Saint Zhunti, but as an old monster of many years, his intuition told him this trip would be extremely perilous. He decided against going. Enduring his injuries for a little while longer shouldn’t be a problem. But if he went now, it would be like offering his head on a platter; he would surely die.

At the same time, many others had also calculated that the Saint had appeared within the territory of the Flowing Sand River. Their thoughts aligned with those of the Nine-winged Mosquito.

Zhenyuanzi of Wuzhuang Temple was dealing with the Golden Winged Dapeng, as he planned to capture the Dapeng, whose cultivation had improved, to be his mount.

Moreover, he had gleaned from various clues that the Golden Winged Dapeng was assisting someone connected to Sha Chen. As a result, he speculated that the Golden Winged Dapeng, after severing ties with Buddhism and helping Sha Chen’s associate, had also significantly improved his cultivation in such a short time. This must be related to Sha Chen in some way. Regardless of any connection, he intended to capture him first and deal with the details later. Furthermore, since the Golden Winged Dapeng had broken with Buddhism, capturing him would serve as a gift to curry favor with them.

For this reason, he was hunting down the Golden Winged Dapeng. He had chased the Dapeng to the point where there was no escape, neither in the sky nor on the earth, and success seemed imminent.

Indeed, startled by the earth-shaking aura of the Saint, Zhenyuanzi hastily formed hand signs to divine the situation. At that moment, the Golden Winged Dapeng broke free and fled once more.

Zhenyuanzi frowned and pursued him. He transmitted his voice to the Dapeng from behind, saying, "Wicked beast, stop running! I know you’re working for Sha Chen. You don’t need to follow him anymore. Follow me, and I promise you limitless prospects."

The Golden Winged Dapeng didn’t deny it, instead retorting, "You old fool, your own path has reached its end, and yet you dare say such things?"

Zhenyuanzi sneered, "Whether my path has reached its end is something you wouldn’t know. But I can tell you this: your loyal Sha Chen is already on a path to certain death."

The Golden Winged Dapeng snorted coldly. "I don’t know what you’re talking about."

Zhenyuanzi said, "There’s no need to feign ignorance. To tell you the truth, you’re familiar with that aura from just now. It was emanating from Saint Zhunti."

"Do you know where Saint Zhunti is at this moment? Heh. At the Flowing Sand River. He’s definitely there to deal with Sha Chen." Zhenyuanzi’s eyes flickered as he added, "He has gone to the Flowing Sand River. Do you think Sha Chen can possibly escape unscathed?"

The Golden Winged Dapeng was truly shaken. He furrowed his brows, thinking, If Sha Chen dies, I will definitely suffer a backlash. What should I do?

He felt rather helpless. He had been doing well, tempering himself out in the world, and had even found a pseudo-Elixir he intended to take back to Sha Chen in exchange for some benefits. But then he encountered Zhenyuanzi. At first, he thought Zhenyuanzi was well-intentioned; since they had no past grievances or recent enmity, he let down his guard. That was how Zhenyuanzi succeeded, launching a sneak attack and placing a restriction within his body. Because of it, Zhenyuanzi could find him wherever he fled. Otherwise, with the vastness of the heavens and seas, he would have shaken off Zhenyuanzi long ago.

Having been pursued for so long, he had grown weary. Several times, he had considered returning to the Flowing Sand River to ask Sha Chen to help fend off Zhenyuanzi. But then he realized Zhenyuanzi seemed to be intentionally guiding him towards the Flowing Sand River. He figured Zhenyuanzi likely wanted him to trick Sha Chen into opening up the Flowing Sand River’s defenses. So, he hadn’t dared to return, continuing to fly aimlessly outside. He never expected to receive such news.

He didn’t doubt Zhenyuanzi’s words, as he knew about Sha Chen’s enmity with Buddhism. However, he hadn’t anticipated that Sha Chen could provoke Saint Zhunti into taking action personally.

The Golden Winged Dapeng’s brows knitted, his eyes flickering. Although I don’t want to go to Jinao Island, right now, if I want to escape that old geezer, it seems I have no other choice.

He quickened his pace, heading towards the overseas Jinao Island.

Zhenyuanzi’s brow furrowed as he noticed the direction the Golden Winged Dapeng was heading. He humphed, "Trying to go overseas? It seems you’re aiming for Jinao Island. Heh. I’m acquainted with a few people on Jinao Island. If you go there, your chances of escape will be even slimmer."

Then, his gaze turned somewhat anxious. If Zhunti has gone to the Flowing Sand River this time, and Sha Chen fails to stop him, won’t all the secrets be handed over to Zhunti on a silver platter?

He considered abandoning the Golden Winged Dapeng to rush to the Flowing Sand River, but he was reluctant to give up such a ’juicy prize’ right in front of him. Because of this, he hesitated. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

「Flowing Sand River.」

Saint Zhunti reined in his aura, staring intently at Sha Chen. He said indifferently, "I will ask you one more time: are you truly unwilling to open the gates of the Flowing Sand River Cave?"

"If you open the Cave gates and let me in, I promise I will not make things difficult for you. You must be aware of the relationship between Siti and me. This time, I am here solely for her."

Siti was immediately terrified, trembling as she hurriedly pleaded, "Sha Chen, Sha Chen, don’t open the door! Don’t let him in! As long as you don’t let him in, I’ll listen to whatever you say from now on!" She was utterly terrified.

Sha Chen replied, "Saint, you jest. Your arrival with such great fanfare was certainly not just for her. At least, your original purpose in coming here was not for her."

Initially, Saint Zhunti had been unaware of Siti’s presence; he had come for Sha Chen. Discovering Siti was also here, Zhunti naturally saw it as an opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. Moreover, Zhunti was an old fox—cunning and shrewd. Despite being a Saint, he often broke his promises, so Sha Chen dared not take his words lightly.

Zhunti said, "I am indeed here for her. If you are unwilling to open the Cave gates, that’s fine; just release her."

"However, you know she is quite powerful. I must remain nearby to watch over her; otherwise, if you release her, she will flee."

Sha Chen laughed heartily. "The Saint is truly considerate, but there’s no need. I will not be releasing anyone, nor will I open the Cave gates."

His voice turned icy as he declared, "The Flowing Sand River is right here, and I am within. If you want what you seek, you’ll have to force your way in."

"However, let me tell you, the Great Calamity of the Journey to the West is impending. If your actions now alter its course, that will be no concern of mine!"