Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years-Chapter 562 - 556: Golden House to Hide a Beauty [Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets] _1

Chapter 562: Chapter 556: Golden House to Hide a Beauty [Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets] _1

The people of Kunlun Mountain finally left.

Sha Chen did not overly provoke the Queen of the West, nor did he incite discord between the mother and daughter of Kunlun Mountain.

But today, with just a few casual, provoking remarks, he managed to stir up the feelings between the Queen of the West of Kunlun Mountain and Yao Yue.

Throughout history, interests have always trumped everything else. Sha Chen did not speak ill of either of them; instead, he made it clear that for Yao Yue to advance further, she needed the Green Duckweed Scripture.

Since Yao Yue couldn’t become a disciple of the Tongtian Hierarch, and Sha Chen happened to possess the Green Duckweed Scripture, it seemed Yao Yue could only turn to Sha Chen. However, was Sha Chen that easy to find?

The Queen of the West of Kunlun Mountain had just declared her determination to reclaim the Chaos Bell, essentially making her an enemy of Sha Chen.

As a result, Battle God Yao Yue was very likely to become a disciple under Sha Chen, clearly driving a wedge in their relationship.

「Flowing Sand River.」

Sha Chen returned to his cave abode.

Chang E, along with Three Holy Mother and Yang Jian, among others, naturally followed him in. After entering, Sha Chen prepared a grand feast once again.

This feast was nothing like the minor affairs before. It was a true spread of hundreds of dishes, dazzling to the eyes.

The company ate with gusto, and the wine flowed freely.

Chang E said, "Big brother, you shouldn’t have said that at the end. The Queen is a good person, and her relationship with Sister Yao Yue is excellent. Now that you’ve sown discord between them, the influence of Kunlun Mountain might weaken."

Sha Chen laughed heartily. "If their relationship is truly strong, then a few words from me wouldn’t be enough to divide them."

"Besides, I spoke the truth. Moreover, the Queen of the West has already made her hostile intentions clear, openly poised to oppose me. If I don’t take measures to constrain her, wouldn’t that make me look weak?"

Chang E sighed. "The Queen really is a good person; she was just momentarily confused."

Sha Chen said, "Don’t worry. If she truly courts death by provoking me and ends up under my control one day, I might spare her life."

He did not elaborate further, but in truth, sparing a life was already the greatest mercy.

As long as the Queen of the West doesn’t look for trouble, she can remain the exalted Mistress of Goddesses she is.

If she acts recklessly, then no one can stop the consequences.

Three Holy Mother interjected, "Big brother, the Queen is indeed a good person. She has spoken well of our family before."

Sha Chen said, "But did she save your family? Your father still died, and your mother was still suppressed. Remember, to judge whether a person is good or bad, don’t look at what they say, but at what they do."

Both women fell silent.

Siti quietly continued eating on the side. When she heard Three Holy Mother and Chang E speak out, she couldn’t help but smile and shake her head slightly.

Now that both had been rebuffed by Sha Chen, seeing her subtle smile, they couldn’t hold back anymore.

Chang E, upon seeing another woman more beautiful than herself, full of charm and unique allure, had already been filled with hostility.

Feeling mocked at this moment was more than she could bear.

She spoke up, "Big brother, you haven’t introduced this sister yet. She really is stunning. No wonder you weren’t interested in me. You must have someone else hidden away."

Three Holy Mother heard this as well, and her hostility towards Siti grew.

She and Chang E were united in their animosity; both had been rebuffed and opposed, and both felt threatened by Siti.

Siti chuckled. "Sister? Ha, I predate even your mother. Even if your mother were here, she would have to call me grand-aunt."

Chang E and Three Holy Mother both frowned, feeling uncomfortable.

Sha Chen said, "I forgot to introduce her. Her name is Siti, a manifestation of a Bodhi Tree."

Siti? A Bodhi Tree?

Both were taken aback, thinking she was simply one of those common Bodhi Trees from the West, and frowned.

Three Holy Mother said, "Big brother, don’t you despise Buddhism the most? How can you accept a woman transformed from a Bodhi Tree of Buddhism?"

Sha Chen said, "She is not a Bodhi Tree from Buddhism."

Chang E picked up the topic. "Then what is she? Are there other Bodhi Trees in the world?"

Sha Chen smiled. "The Bodhi Trees of Buddhism you speak of are all derived from her roots. She is the mother tree of all Bodhi Trees."

HISS.

The mother tree of all Bodhi Trees?

The two immediately realized what he meant, their faces paling in shock and utter astonishment.

Three Holy Mother said, "Could it be... could it be like Saint Zhunti? Is she... is she the very mother tree Saint Zhunti has been searching for?"

Chang E swallowed hard, her eyes wide with incredible shock.

Siti glanced at her. "In the past, you and your husband, Hou Yi, shared an unparalleled love. But one day, you suspected him of betraying you. During the great Witch-Demon War, he even abandoned you. You believed Hou Yi had become infatuated with another and discarded his old love for a new one, didn’t you?"

Reminded of past heartaches, Chang E was displeased and snorted.

Siti continued, "But you never saw this woman you suspected, so you’ve always held a grudge."

Chang E said, "You’re right. But later I understood he did it to protect me; that’s why he deliberately sent me away."

Siti nodded. "Indeed, that was a reason, but your suspicion was not unfounded. He did indeed see a beautiful woman back then, and even considered abandoning you for her."

She nonchalantly took a sip of wine. "That beautiful woman was none other than me."

Chang E, enraged, stood up, ready to strike.

Sha Chen said, "Stop making a fuss."

Chang E wanted to erupt but softened upon seeing Sha Chen.

She sat back down, moving closer to Sha Chen, and said, "Big brother, I’ve long since let go of the past. Now, my heart is fully devoted to you."

Sha Chen rolled his eyes. Why are you always fixated on me?

Siti said, "It’s futile. I am a hundred times more beautiful than you. Even after trying to seduce him for so long without success... You couldn’t even keep your own husband. How could you compete with me?"

Chang E was so angry she almost spat blood. She wanted to strike but realized she was no match.

She couldn’t fight her, couldn’t out-argue her, and critically, what Siti said held truth. So, Chang E could only sulk in silence.

Siti then looked towards Three Holy Mother. "You’re a pretty, young thing, but beyond that, you’re quite useless."

Three Holy Mother snorted. "At least I am pure. You, on the other hand, probably can’t say the same."

Siti frowned. "Sharp-tongued. But it’s a pity you’re now riddled with troubles and can’t help your big brother. Instead, you’ll only drag him down."

Three Holy Mother countered, "I may have many troubles, but do I have more than you? If Buddhism knew you were here, they would surely launch a major attack. And if you go out, you’ll be attacked from all sides. Ultimately, your troubles are greater."

Siti was momentarily stunned, not expecting Three Holy Mother to counter her so effectively at every turn.

She snorted. "However, unfortunately for you, your strength is too weak. Against Sha Chen’s enemies, you have no power to fight back. Don’t even think about relying on that three-eyed fellow; he’s not capable enough either. But I am."

Now Three Holy Mother couldn’t rebut and was fuming with anger.

Yang Jian glanced at Siti, frowned, and stood up. "Senior, would you dare to have a contest with me?"

Siti chuckled. "You are currently at the Intermediate Stage of Semi-saint. With your talent and strength, reaching this level is already commendable, but you are still no match for me."

Yang Jian retorted, "You’ve lived for so long and are only a High-rank Quasi Saint. You’ll likely remain so for life. I, on the other hand, have reached this state in just a few thousand years and will surely surpass you."

Siti fell silent then.

Yang Jian’s words were not false.