Chapter 1169: Chapter 362: No Longer Our Era
Everyone looked at Emperor Jun, but no one dared to ask.
They were worried about hearing the answer they didn’t want to hear, yet they wanted to know the answer.
Everyone’s heart was a bit uneasy.
Seeing that no one moved, Emperor Jun’s face darkened, and he said, "What’s the matter with you? Is it that my words no longer hold any weight?"
Everyone quickly shook their heads.
Gui Che, summoning his courage, asked, "Your Majesty, is the so-called angel a messenger coming here?"
Everyone also pricked up their ears, wanting to know the origin of the angel.
Glancing at Gui Che, Emperor Jun knew everyone’s thoughts well.
He said lightly, "The angel is naturally a messenger from the Heavenly Court."
The answer they least wanted to hear was heard just like that.
Everyone was bewildered.
Nobody expected the rumors to be true.
The emperor really was going to form an alliance with the Heavenly Court, and the Heavenly Court’s envoys were about to arrive.
"Why?"
Gui Che, full of confusion, asked loudly.
Everyone also stared at Emperor Jun, wanting an answer from him.
Emperor Jun’s gaze swept across them and suddenly heaved a sigh.
"I know you have doubts in your hearts, but please trust me. Since I made this decision, I naturally have my reasons."
Gui Che and the others exchanged looks, somewhat at a loss.
In fact, they really wanted to ask Emperor Jun if he had forgotten his hatred for Ji Meng.
After hesitating for a moment, they ultimately didn’t ask.
No matter how much they trusted Emperor Jun, the decision he made was so subversive that they couldn’t understand him now.
"Whatever Father does is right, and I am willing to believe in Father."
A voice sounded; it was the Tenth Son of the Golden Crow.
He felt that at this moment, he should step forward and say something, so he did.
While others did not believe in Emperor Jun, the Tenth Son of the Golden Crow trusted him greatly.
Towards his father, he felt genuine admiration and respect.
Emperor Jun was slightly stunned, unable to help but chuckle bitterly in his heart.
This son, whom he had never really favored, turned out to be the only one who wholly trusted him.
On his dignified face, Emperor Jun showed a hint of a smile.
He glanced at the others and said lightly, "Alright, this matter is settled as such, and there’s no need for you to say more."
Upon seeing Emperor Jun’s decision, the others indeed said no more.
They exchanged looks, seeing doubt in each other’s eyes.
But there was one thing they could be sure of, that His Majesty must have encountered something, hence making such a decision.
It definitely wasn’t because of the power of the Heavenly Court that he backed down.
There was no other way; they could only follow Emperor Jun’s instructions to prepare for the arrival of the Heavenly Court’s envoy.
When three figures appeared, everyone was taken aback.
Even the eyes of Gui Che and his company were gleaming with cold light, almost making them act impulsively.
The visitors were none other than Sun Wukong, Yang Jian, and Gold Star Taibai.
Taibai was here to discuss some specific conditions, while Yang Jian and Sun Wukong were here as the main representatives.
Either one’s authority was far greater than that of Gold Star Taibai.
Moreover, the Great Emperor Ziwei trusted them unconditionally; the decisions they made would face no objection from Great Emperor Ziwei.
Feeling the strong hostility in the eyes of many in Emperor Jun’s camp,
Sun Wukong laughed, "It seems Old Sun is quite popular, no need to be so enthusiastic, you’re making Old Sun embarrassed."
Hearing Sun Wukong’s words, the gods of Emperor Jun’s camp couldn’t help but roll their eyes wildly.
They thought Sun Wukong was simply too narcissistic; who was being enthusiastic with him?
They indeed wanted to eliminate Sun Wukong, that was true.
After all, he had just forced Ji Meng to death not long ago, who had been their old partner for many years.
If they said they welcomed Sun Wukong, it would be utter nonsense.
Not taking action was already a lot of restraint.
Emperor Jun smiled slightly, showing warmth, he said with a smile, "Welcome, you three angels, please come in."
Emperor Jun understood clearly that the Heavenly Court was serious about this meeting by sending Yang Jian, Sun Wukong, and Gold Star Taibai.
Each of the three was a top-tier figure in the Heavenly Court.
This time, forming an alliance, the Heavenly Court was indeed very sincere.
"Mother Moon, we meet again. It’s been days, and your charm remains undiminished."
Changxi’s mouth twitched slightly; she had met Sun Wukong a few times, but it was never pleasant, basically all involving conflict.
She snorted coldly, "Great Saint remains as charming as ever, I wonder when you can send back my unfilial daughter."
Sun Wukong, full of smiles, shook his head and said, "Lord Taiyin is an important minister of the Heavenly Court. Old Sun didn’t restrict her actions. She doesn’t want to come back on her own; maybe it’s not her fault, Moon Mother should look for reasons in herself."
"Does betraying her parents make sense?"
Mother Moon’s face darkened.
"Parents without love, daughters unfilial."
Sun Wukong said casually.
Changxi was immediately angered, about to erupt.
Emperor Jun glanced at Changxi and said, "Alright, say no more. The matter of Taiyin can be discussed later."
Only then did Changxi hold her tongue.
Though still filled with resentment, she managed to suppress it.
"Please, you three angels."
Emperor Jun said lightly.
Although he initiated the alliance, he wouldn’t be too eager, as it would be beneath his dignity.
After all, Emperor Jun was the Ancient Heavenly Emperor, his status was not inferior to that of the Great Emperor Ziwei, and perhaps even more senior.
Sun Wukong also cupped his hands and followed Emperor Jun into the palace.
Gui Che and the others followed in, their expressions exceedingly complex.
The alliance meant that the Heavenly Emperor was abandoning the unification of the Three Realms.
This left them with a sense of loss, feeling particularly uncomfortable inside.