Primordial World: Big shots are all my friends-Chapter 936 - 854: Sect Mission

Passing through the portal of the Three Star Cave, the scene before him instantly expanded, entering an independent world space.

Layer upon layer of deep pavilions and beautiful towers, entrance after entrance of pearl palaces and shell chambers, indescribable tranquility and secluded residence, occasionally hearing the call of the immortal crane and seeing the Phoenix soaring. When the immortal crane calls, the sound resonates far in the skies; when the Phoenix flies, its feathers radiate five-colored clouds. Mystical Apes and White Deers appear and disappear at will, and Golden Lions and Jade Elephants roam freely; truly, it is a Cave Heaven Blessed Land better than Heaven.

In the square within the cave mansion, many Taoist Disciples were showcasing their talents; some were displaying martial arts, others talismans, and yet others illusion techniques, and even some demonstrated scripture recitation.

An old Taoist stood at the front observing, smiling and nodding.

"Master~"

"I, old Sun, have returned."

The shouting of Sun Wukong echoed through the place, attracting everyone’s attention.

Sun Wukong, seeing the Taoists on the square, momentarily felt dazed, as it was exactly like when he was training, with the same practice often held by his brothers.

Sun Wukong regained his focus, waved his hand with laughter, and said: "All practicing huh! Continue, continue practicing." He refrained from jumping around, holding his head high and chest out, walking inside like a senior brother.

"Who is he?"

"I don’t know!"

"Where did this Monkey Demon come from?"

...

Disciples of the Three Star Cave whispered among themselves.

Sun Wukong walked proudly up to the old Taoist, grinning: "What’s your name again? Xuan what again?"

The old Taoist bowed courteously and said, chuckling: "I am Xuan Tai Zi, Master of Taiqing Temple in the Three Pure Ones Temple."

"Yes, yes~ How is my Lianhua Mountain?"

"Very well, those three mounts often clean for the Great Saint."

"Haha~ I shall return and stay a few days when I have time. By the way, why are you here at Three Star Cave? Seeking old Sun, are you?"

Xuan Tai Zi smiled and replied: "I have come to recruit disciples, following Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad’s command, which decrees we come to Three Star Cave every century to recruit immortal cultivation talents trained by Master Puti."

Sun Wukong immediately raised his thumb, proudly explained: "Let me tell you! Master Puti is my Master. His skills are unsurpassed, like blooming flowers and earth erupting into Golden Lotus.

Brilliantly interpreting the teachings of three vehicles, mastering all subtle paths. Turning the horsetail whisk eloquently, resonating like thunder shaking the Nine Heavens. One speaks of Tao, another of Zen, the three naturally harmonize. Enlighten one word to bow to truth, guiding infinite life to mysterious nature.

You found my Master for Taoist recruitment, which is indeed a wise choice."

Xuan Tai Zi smiled and nodded, saying: "Master Puti’s mastery encompassed Heaven and Earth, and I hold deep admiration for him."

"Wukong~" a majestic voice called out.

"Hmm~" Sun Wukong immediately turned his head, tracing the source, seeing an old Taoist in a moon-white robe emerging from the grand hall, holding a horsetail whisk, which he casually tossed on his arm, with a stern expression.

Sun Wukong’s eyes lit up, rushing over, kneeling before the old Taoist, bowing fervently: "Disciple greets Master!"

All disciples on Guangcheng Mountain solemnly bowed, calling: "Disciple greets Ancestor Master!" 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

The old Taoist nodded slightly and said: "Rise, all shall rise!"

"Thank you, Ancestor Master!" All disciples stood up.

Sun Wukong too stood, overwhelmed with emotion, unsure of where to place his hands and feet.

"Wukong, come with me~"

"Yes!"

Sun Wukong swiftly responded, following closely behind.

Master Puti led Sun Wukong to the rear mountain, arriving before a peach tree, laden with fruit, exuding a fragrant scent.

Master Puti smiled and remarked: "Wukong, do you recall this tree?"

Sun Wukong nodded repeatedly: "Remember, I remember, Ancestor Master once said this mountain is called Lush Peach Mountain, and I have eaten these peaches for decades."

Master Puti gestured, and a peach from the tree floated down into his hand.

Master Puti handed the peach to Sun Wukong, saying: "Wukong, you are now a renowned Great God across Heaven and Earth, having tasted Immortal Fruit and Flat Peach. Can this wild peach still suit your taste?"

Sun Wukong eagerly grabbed the peach, took a bite, and exclaimed excitedly: "Master, this familiar taste remains unchanged after a thousand years; this is truly the peach I love most."

Master Puti nodded with a smile and said: "If you still eat this peach, it means you still acknowledge me as your Master."

Sun Wukong dropped the peach from his hand, nervously saying: "Master, whatever do you mean? You are always my Master."

"Since you still acknowledge me, there’s a task I need you to do."

"Please, instruct me, Master!"

Master Puti sighed: "Billions of years ago, the Heavenly Emperor reincarnated in the mortal world, creating a Heaven-equaling impact, leading to the rise of the Demon Realm, wreaking havoc in Heaven and Earth, and causing innumerable suffering."

Sun Wukong scratched his hand with the other, urgently saying: "Master, fear not, the Demon Clan is stopped at the Nine-layered Heavenly Barrier by the Heavenly Court, incapable of harming the Three Realms Creatures."

Master Puti lamented: "Persistent attack will break, persistent defense will fail, Wukong, absolute protection does not exist in this world.

The Demon Clan’s momentum is overwhelming, surpassing the Heavenly Court Gods, and once the Nine Layers Pass falls, the Demon Tribulation will sweep the Three Realms, and countless creatures will suffer. I see that day approaching."

"Hmm~ what should be done?" Sun Wukong anxiously scratched.

"Wukong, I summoned you for the task of saving Heaven and Earth." Master Puti seriously regarded Sun Wukong.

Sun Wukong immediately bowed excitedly: "Please instruct me, Master."

"Your mission is not on the battlefield, but within the Earth Immortal Realm.

To expel the Demon Clan and save the Three Realms, you must welcome back The Buddha."

Sun Wukong ponderedly said: "Hmm~ old Sun recalls that The Buddha seemed to lose to the Demon Clan and reincarnated to escape, the Heavenly Court whispers so."

Master Puti patiently explained: "The Buddha’s reincarnation was destined, thirty years hence, the destined time shall pass, then by welcoming the Buddha back, you can expel the Demon Clan and save all beings.

The Buddha planned thoroughly long ago; now you must identify and protect the Buddha’s reincarnation to prevent harm from the Demon Clan."

"Master, how should I identify The Buddha’s reincarnation?"

"The Buddha’s reincarnation bears the ’卍’ mark and has Golden Light Protection, repelling all evils."

Sun Wukong immediately pledged: "Master, rest assured, old Sun shall certainly welcome The Buddha back."

Master Puti solemnly said: "Wukong, remember well, scattered throughout the Three Realms are seventeen Ancient Relics. You need to find all these relics, and in thirty years’ time, integrate these seventeen relics into the Buddha’s reincarnation body, then can the Buddha truly return."