Capítulo 1256: Chapter 402: Mooched Off
Yang Jian’s face looked troubled, and he couldn’t help but say, “Has the situation really become this severe? Do we need such a terrible price to nurture powerful beings?”
Glancing at Yang Jian, the Great Emperor Ziwei said in a solemn voice, “We are unclear about the exact situation; the only thing we know is that the enemies are extremely powerful, powerful enough to cause despair. Even the most powerful realm with so many strong individuals has been destroyed. The strength of the Three Realms, although not weak, is still far inferior compared to that time.”
Yang Jian sighed, “I actually feel that the development of the Three Realms has truly been limited by the Three Pure Ones. They want to bear everything, believing that with their skills and wisdom, they can change the situation. Yet, they never considered that if the countless living beings of the Three Realms understand the situation, their united strength would far exceed what the Three Pure Ones could imagine.”
“They ultimately do not trust the multitude.”
The Great Emperor Ziwei shook his head.
The power of collective strength versus individual strength is truly incomparable.
Especially when everyone is united, the unleashed power is enough to create a qualitative change.
Unfortunately, the Three Pure Ones do not trust the living beings of the Three Realms and only want to produce a few strong individuals to fight those enemies.
Both fell silent, saying nothing more.
At this moment, Sun Wukong had already arrived outside Doushuai Temple.
He knocked on the door and then found the Elder Lord.
“What are you doing here again, monkey? I’m telling you, there are no elixirs left.”
Lord Taishang glanced at Sun Wukong and said indifferently.
Sun Wukong pouted and said, “You stingy old Taoist, do you think I come here every time just to ask for elixirs?”
“Yes.”
Lord Taishang replied affirmatively.
Sun Wukong waved his hand nonchalantly and said, “Weren’t you the one who called me here? Are you trying to deny it?”
He felt dissatisfied and glared at Lord Taishang.
Lord Taishang was speechless, and with a headache, he said, “I called you yesterday.”
“Old Sun came today, do you have any objections?”
Objections? Naturally, there were.
However, seeing Sun Wukong’s aggressive demeanor, Lord Taishang shook his head.
“Old Sun also wants to talk to you about Haotian’s return.”
Sun Wukong said proactively.
Lord Taishang was somewhat suspicious.
This monkey being so proactive certainly couldn’t be good news.
As expected, just as this thought arose, Sun Wukong said, “Haotian has returned and will definitely target Old Sun. My strength is still formidable, so I’m not worried. But your two siblings are not strong, so Old Sun hopes you can take care of them.”
“What do you want?”
Lord Taishang immediately saw through Sun Wukong’s intention.
Sure enough, he came to take advantage of the situation; otherwise, the monkey wouldn’t have sought him out.
Sun Wukong scratched his head and smiled, “Everyone knows that you are an expert in alchemy and artifact refining. How about this, give each of your two siblings ten or eight top-tier magical artifacts, and that’ll count as you fulfilling your duty as their sworn elder brother.”
Golden Horn and Silver Horn’s eyes were about to pop out; they were truly dumbfounded.
Ten or eight top-tier magical artifacts each?! What did Sun Wukong consider Lord Taishang to be? A factory for producing magical artifacts?
Each top-tier magical artifact requires significant effort to refine and is among the most famous treasures in the Three Realms.
The most iconic ones are Sun Wukong’s Ruyi Jingu Bang, and Tianpeng’s Top-Quality Golden Cudgel, not to mention the Vajra and others.
Lady Dragon of Wealth and Nu Ba were also somewhat surprised; they didn’t expect Sun Wukong was requesting artifacts for them.
Seeing the Elder Lord silent, they were a bit nervous too.
The main concern was Sun Wukong angering the Elder Lord, as they didn’t understand much about him, only knowing that he was a high and mighty figure, someone to be revered.
“You rascal, starting to spout nonsense again. Where would I have so many treasures?”
Lord Taishang was amused.
He knew Sun Wukong was doing it intentionally, speaking in such a way with the ultimate goal being to get something from him.
“My master isn’t your father; why should whatever you want be given?”
Silver Horn said discontentedly.
Sun Wukong glared at Silver Horn, dragging out his words slowly, “Don’t people say the elder brother is like a father? He’s my sworn elder brother; taking care of me should be expected, right?”
Silver Horn didn’t know how to respond, feeling that Sun Wukong’s words made some sense.
The Lady Dragon of Wealth and Nu Ba laughed lightly; when the Great Saint got lazy, nobody could deal with him.
Nu Ba laughed and said, “Great Saint, don’t trouble the Elder Lord anymore. Everyone knows how much Elder Lord values the things he refines. As it is with elixirs, so it is with magical artifacts. Otherwise, why don’t we see any of Elder Lord’s refined artifacts circulating in the world? You shouldn’t force him, making him do things against his will.”
This statement left Lord Taishang stunned.
He glanced at Nu Ba; indeed, she was not to be underestimated by the monkey.
Her ability to mock was more formidable than the monkey’s.
Saying it like this, if he didn’t give anything, he’d end up being labelled as stingy.
If such word spread, he might never show face in the Three Realms again.
Sun Wukong secretly gave a thumbs up to Nu Ba, thinking she truly was Nu Ba, exceedingly clever.
The Lady Dragon of Wealth also said, “Great Saint, don’t trouble the Elder Lord. I think he doesn’t have any good treasures left; the rumors about his prowess in alchemy and artifact refining are probably just exaggerations.”
Lord Taishang glanced at the Lady Dragon of Wealth; she too was not to be underestimated.
According to the lass’s remarks, he, the leading artifact refiner in the Three Realms, was merely a fame-seeking opportunist, only known by name.
Sun Wukong put on a fierce face and admonished, “What do you know? Elder Lord is definitely not such a person. My big brother is generous; he’s certainly considering whether to give you the Seven Stars Sword, Palm Leaf Fan, and Vajra, or to give you the Golden Cloth Rope, Jade Clean Bottle, and Purple Gold Red Gourd. He might even give you three items each for your protection. My big brother is the most generous.”
Lord Taishang’s mouth twitched slightly; they wanted to empty his inventory in one swipe.
These six treasures are commonly used by Lord Taishang and most renowned.
Among them, the Vajra had once struck Sun Wukong’s head, allowing Yang Jian to capture him.
And back in the Journey to the West, they had given the celestial immortals and Buddhas endless troubles.
Each of these treasures holds boundless power, even greatly enhancing combat effectiveness if wielded by supreme beings.
Sun Wukong dared to demand them all; his appetite was simply too large.
“Ahem, these six items, they’re all of use to me, no way can I give them to you.”
Lord Taishang coughed lightly.
He knew that if he didn’t speak up, those six treasures might truly be lost to him, so he immediately voiced his refusal.
“Ah, big brother, do you have any other treasures, on par with the Vajra?”
Sun Wukong was full of surprise, with an expectant look.
Seeing his demeanor, it was evident he wouldn’t give up until he got some treasures.