Chapter 1220: Chapter 373: Entering the Demon Realm (Part 2)
It’s not that they don’t care about Nezha’s safety, but compared to Sun Wukong, Nezha’s situation seems rather insignificant.
The death of one Nezha wouldn’t affect the balance of the Three Realms.
However, if Sun Wukong were to fall, it would definitely have a huge impact on the Three Realms.
This is the reason for the Great Emperor Ziwei’s reaction.
Yang Jian smiled bitterly and sighed, “Your Majesty should know, the Great Saint is very loyal. Nezha is trapped in the Demon Realm and reached out to the Great Saint for rescue. He naturally wouldn’t refuse to go.”
“Foolish.”
The Great Emperor Ziwei shook his head.
The Eastern King’s expression was somewhat grave, and he said in a deep voice, “Your Majesty shouldn’t blame Wukong. This is his nature. If Sun Wukong hadn’t acted this way, he wouldn’t be himself.”
“What should we do now? Should we invade the Demon Realm? No matter what, Wukong mustn’t come to harm.”
The Great Emperor Ziwei spoke directly.
He looked somewhat anxious, evidently a bit disoriented.
Everyone sighed at the profound bond between His Majesty and Sun Wukong.
Once something happened to Sun Wukong, the Great Emperor Ziwei was anything but calm; he seemed truly alarmed.
This clearly showed how important Sun Wukong was to the Great Emperor Ziwei.
No one spoke a word, as everyone knew this was only a last resort.
It’s best not to take this path unless absolutely necessary.
The Great Emperor Ziwei also realized that he might have misspoken.
But at this moment, he couldn’t care about that.
Sweeping his gaze over everyone, the Great Emperor Ziwei asked, “Does anyone have a better idea?”
After all, those present were mostly old acquaintances, so there was no need for formality.
He was indeed somewhat overwhelmed by his concern, but regarding Sun Wukong’s safety, the Great Emperor Ziwei felt that any reaction was justifiable.
“Wait.”
After a long silence, the Eastern King gave an answer.
Everyone was somewhat surprised; no one expected the Eastern King would just tell them to wait.
Seeing everyone looking at him, the Eastern King said in a deep voice, “Trust Wukong.”
Those simple four words made the Great Emperor Ziwei’s heart relax suddenly.
Trusting Wukong was something they hadn’t done, which was the root of their anxiety. It boiled down to a lack of faith in Sun Wukong’s capabilities.
In fact, since Sun Wukong dared to venture into the Demon Realm, he must have some confidence.
While they were worried, perhaps Sun Wukong could easily return.
The Great Emperor Ziwei sighed, saying, “After all, it is the Demon Realm.”
The Eastern King spoke with shining eyes, “Even the Demon Realm can’t stump the Great Saint. Your Majesty should have faith in the Great Saint. Recall how many risky actions the Great Saint has undertaken over the years?”
The Great Emperor Ziwei was slightly stunned.
Indeed, Sun Wukong had never undertaken an uncertain venture.
Even in elevating him to the Heavenly Emperor’s position, Sun Wukong had promised and delivered.
“Therefore, we must trust the Great Saint. Besides, his Art of Transformation is divine, he has the Somersault Cloud, and with his Undying Body, not even an opponent of Heavenly Emperor Level can easily capture him.”
The Eastern King continued.
“What if a Demon King intervenes?”
The Great Emperor Ziwei asked.
At the mere mention of the Demon King, the Eastern King’s expression stiffened slightly.
He seriously pondered this for a while before speaking, “Probably not, a Demon King might rebel but would not strike against Sun Wukong. He is proud, and unless a worthy opponent, nothing generally catches his attention.
The Great Emperor Ziwei glanced at the others, asking, “What do you think?”
Zhang Daoling pondered for a moment before responding, “I think the Eastern King makes sense. Though I don’t understand the Demon Realm, I know the Great Saint’s Vast Magical Powers, and as the ancestor of the Thief Sect, even if he cannot rescue Nezha, he can retreat unharmed.”
After speaking, Zhang Daoling glanced at Yang Jian, worried he might be upset.
It’s well known that Yang Jian and Nezha are like brothers, even closer than siblings.
Yang Jian said, “Heavenly Master need not worry; I know what matters most and will not blame you.”
Zhang Daoling finally relaxed a bit.
Despite his status as a Heavenly Master of the Heavenly Court, he was still a tier below the Judicial Deity.
Being the Second Heavenly Emperor, the Judicial Deity could directly alter rules.
If Yang Jian bore a grudge, Zhang Daoling’s future in the Heavenly Court might become perilous.
“I also agree with the Eastern King; we should observe the situation.”
Gold Star Taibai added.
The Demon Realm is significant, even the Three Pure Ones dare not tread it casually.
A battle between the Heavenly Court and the Demon Realm will come, but not now.
The Heavenly Court’s strength isn’t robust enough; they would rather avoid mutual destruction.
Everyone turned their gaze towards the Great Emperor Ziwei, awaiting his decision.
The Great Emperor Ziwei’s eyes flickered as he pondered.
He rapidly considered what to do.
Soon, the Great Emperor Ziwei reached a decision.
“In that case, we’ll do as the Eastern King suggests; we will wait, but…”
The crowd had initially relaxed, but upon hearing “but,” they tensed up again.
“Yang Jian, quietly gather the Heavenly Court’s strong, for if anything happens to Wukong or Nezha, march on the Demon Realm immediately; I will annihilate them.”
The Great Emperor Ziwei spoke with a murderous aura.
Clearly, he wasn’t bluffing; he truly intended to act.
It was clear that if the Demon Realm truly harmed Sun Wukong, he would wage war, fighting to the death.
Zhang Daoling was surprised, noting how much the Great Emperor Ziwei differed from the one he knew.