Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years-Chapter 569 - 563: Yao Yue Comes to Join [Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets]_1

The Dao techniques Sha Chen imparted this time were particularly suited for Yang Jian, belonging to the more obscure and difficult-to-comprehend variety. For Yang Jian, this was somewhat manageable, given his exceptional aptitude and capacity for comprehension. However, it wasn’t the same for the Three Holy Mother and Chang E; although their aptitude was also good, it truly couldn’t compare to Yang Jian’s. Because their minds were restless and distracted, Sha Chen was unwilling to explain the techniques specifically to them, letting them continue to comprehend what they had learned previously. Those now listening to the teachings were Yang Jian, the Fenghuang sisters, and, naturally, Siti. Siti also possessed exceptional aptitude, and her abilities were outstanding. When she listened to the Dao techniques, she too was able to grasp them easily.

Over several months, Yang Jian gained a profound understanding of the Dao techniques, integrating the Three Pure Ones Taoism into his practice. However, to comprehend them to a certain level, he still needed to spend a considerable amount of time. What he had in abundance now was time; having been reborn, he now had sufficient time for cultivation. Moreover, he craved great power and formidable strength, whether for revenge or to protect those he wished to safeguard.

Sha Chen also aided Yang Jian in unlocking his Heavenly Eye, for Sha Chen himself possessed the Illusion-Breaking Divine Eye and the Pure World Eye, and his own eye-related divine powers were similarly extraordinary. In Sha Chen’s view, Yang Jian’s Heavenly Eye had great potential for development and could even become his strongest trump card. Yang Jian lived up to expectations; he was originally a third-generation disciple of the Three Pure Ones lineage, possessing the most exceptional talent among them. He had opportunities to encounter the Three Pure Ones Taoism, though he was most familiar with the Jade Purity Scriptures and had fewer chances to explore the Green Duckweed Scriptures and the Tao Te Ching. In fact, he had never encountered the latter two at all. Now, he not only had access to them but had also learned them. With these boons, he discovered that his Heavenly Eye could even absorb the Three Pure Ones Taoism, enhancing its own strength. Soon, Yang Jian’s strength made tremendous progress, advancing rapidly.

During the greater part of that half-year, besides teaching Yang Jian and the others, Sha Chen also pursued his own cultivation. His own practice was also very arduous, for he understood that being strong oneself was more important than having powerful followers. But after such a long period of secluded cultivation, Sha Chen’s resources were now running low. Although Yang Jian, the Three Holy Mother, and the others had brought some resources upon their arrival, for him, it was still a drop in the bucket. Firstly, Yang Jian and the others consumed considerable resources for their own cultivation, meaning what was left to offer Sha Chen was truly not much. As for the Fenghuang sisters, Sha Chen had the greatest expectations for them, hoping they would bring back enough resources. However, they had already exhausted their own. Upon their return, not only did they bring nothing for Sha Chen, but they also ended up consuming his provisions, leaving him utterly speechless. He even considered sending them away. Only Chang E, realizing Sha Chen’s immense expenditure, purposefully brought many resources. However, given her awkward status and modest identity in the Heavenly Court, she hadn’t managed to gather much despite her best efforts. In just half a year, Sha Chen had depleted all the resources they had brought. Now, he desired to enhance his strength. As for Yang Jian and the others, they had gone into seclusion to ponder the Dao techniques, striving to improve their own power. Sha Chen also wanted to improve, but the lack of resources made him quite anxious.

"Those fellows still haven’t returned," Sha Chen fretted. "So many years have passed; a few of them should have come back by now." He was troubled because, although he had many followers, not many had returned over the years. Nezha, the Black Bear Spirit, Red Boy, and other formidable individuals hadn’t come back, nor had they brought any resources. As for the Nine-winged Mosquito and the Golden Winged Dapeng, on whom Sha Chen had pinned his greatest hopes, they had not returned either. He constantly muttered that if they returned, he would definitely fleece them for a substantial amount.

Just then, Yao Yue’s voice came from outside the cavern, pleading for an audience with Sha Chen. "Great God Sha Chen, I, Yao Yue, humbly request an audience."

Sha Chen frowned and made some calculations, but couldn’t discern anything. He could only suspect that Yao Yue’s visit was likely because his previous divisive scheme had worked. However, it was also possible that Yao Yue was doing this intentionally. Therefore, Sha Chen decided to meet her and see what she had to say. He couldn’t believe that a few simple words from back then could genuinely sever the bond between Yao Yue and the Queen of the West. If that were the case, he wouldn’t dare use Yao Yue.

At the entrance of the cavern, the river parted, and Sha Chen appeared out of thin air. This time, he appeared in his true form. The entire realm of the Flowing Sand River was instantly shrouded in darkness, with neither sun nor moon shining. Furthermore, the surrounding space was extraordinarily solidified, and various Formations materialized out of nowhere, brimming with murderous intent. Yao Yue stood in the middle of this space. Any sudden move on her part could lead to an instant attack. With her strength, escaping such an encirclement would be as difficult as ascending to the heavens. She certainly couldn’t do it. Thus, personally sensing Sha Chen’s power, her expression grew increasingly solemn, yet there was also a hint of anticipation. Yao Yue bowed deeply, not daring to look into Sha Chen’s eyes, while Sha Chen, hands clasped behind his back, scrutinized her from head to toe.

After a long while, he said, "Fairy Yao Yue, I didn’t expect us to meet again so soon."

Yao Yue, truly at a loss and flustered, looked up at Sha Chen, speechless. Sha Chen also observed her, his expression as tranquil as an ancient well, revealing nothing of his thoughts. Truthfully, Sha Chen too was unclear about Yao Yue’s purpose for this visit. He had a vague inkling but wasn’t certain.

After a brief silence from both parties, Sha Chen finally said, "If you called me out just for us to stare at each other, then I won’t indulge you."

He turned as if to leave. This frightened Yao Yue into breaking her silence, though she still didn’t know what to say. In her panic, she blurted out, "Stop! Don’t go!" 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

This outburst amused Sha Chen. He indeed halted and turned back to look at her. With a curious expression, he asked, "What? So you came here to challenge me!?"

Yao Yue was shocked. She wouldn’t dare challenge Sha Chen. As someone now without a home, she had come here to seek his protection. Challenging Sha Chen? That would be a death wish. Even if she could, she wouldn’t dare.

Yao Yue hastily clasped her fists and said, "Great God, you misunderstand! This lowly one has come... has come... to seek refuge with you, Great God!" As she spoke the last words, her face turned red. The shame was indeed hard to bear, especially since she had once vehemently declared she would never betray Kunlun Mountain, would absolutely stand against Sha Chen, and certainly never join his faction, vowing to be irreconcilable enemies. Only a few months had passed, and now here she was, asking to join him.

Sha Chen also wore a peculiar expression. He picked at his ear and said, "What did you say? I didn’t quite catch that!"

He must want to humiliate me, Yao Yue thought, clenching her jaw. But for the sake of attaining great power, she chose to swallow her pride.

She repeated, "This lowly one, Yao Yue, has come to seek refuge with you, Great God. Please take me in."

"Notice to the host: The Grand Destiny Carrier from Kunlun Mountain, Yao Yue, wishes to become your disciple. You have the following choices."