797: Chapter 272: Who’s Outsmarting Whom?_2 797: Chapter 272: Who’s Outsmarting Whom?_2 Hearing his words, Lamp-Burning Ancient Buddha’s mouth twitched.
His character had already become unreliable at the time when Great Emperor Ziwei attacked Puhua Heavenly Venerate.
Who would have thought that the upright and honorable Great Emperor Ziwei would resort to a sneak attack?
Given this precedent, it seemed there was no need to be surprised by anything Great Emperor Ziwei did.
Thinking of this, Lamp-Burning Ancient Buddha said with a bitter smile, “Let’s hope so.”
After speaking, Lamp-Burning Ancient Buddha shut his mouth and said no more.
As for Jin Chan, his face remained indifferent as he lightly said, “Don’t worry, the Heavenly Court isn’t as petty as you imagine, and the old monk is not as fragile as you think.
He won’t have any issues, so stop acting out a life-and-death farewell here.”
Hearing Jin Chan’s words, everyone was at a loss for words.
They couldn’t help but let out a bitter chuckle.
This guy really didn’t mince his words at all.
However, they also knew that what Jin Chan said was a fact.
The situation hadn’t grown so dire yet; there was utterly no need to behave thus.
Meanwhile, Sun Wukong was at Huaguo Mountain, resting on Nu Ba’s legs and eating the grapes she was feeding him.
This made Lu Dongbin and the others speechless; these two were really too brazen.
Hadn’t the Great Saint declared he wasn’t interested in women?
Now, looking at his behavior, he didn’t seem to be as indifferent to women as he had claimed.
Unless, in his eyes, Princess Nu Ba wasn’t considered a woman.
Just then, Gold Star Taibai arrived.
“If this old fellow has come, something big must be happening.
Could it be that Tathagata has rebelled?”
Wukong grew curious.
He lifted the restrictions, and with his current strength and methods, it was nearly impossible for even the Eastern King to barge into Huaguo Mountain unannounced.
“What brings you to me, old fellow?”
Lu Dongbin was also curious, watching Taibai intently to understand his intentions.
Taibai’s expression carried a sense of panic as he urgently said, “Tathagata Buddha has rebelled.”
“What?
There’s such a good thing happening?
Is Ziwei planning to move against Mount Ling?
I’ve never liked that guy, Tathagata Buddha; I’ll start gathering forces now to eliminate him,” Wukong replied, eager and rubbing his hands together, much to Taibai’s embarrassment.
Taibai quickly grabbed hold of Wukong, shook his head, and said, “Great Saint, you’ve misunderstood.
I didn’t make myself clear just now.
It’s not that Tathagata Buddha wants to revolt; someone has accused Tathagata Buddha of plotting a rebellion.”
Wukong looked disappointed as he had gotten excited for nothing.
“You guys don’t actually believe that, do you?
But then again, if there wasn’t considerable certainty, who would dare spread rumors that Tathagata is plotting a rebellion?
Seems like this battle is bound to happen sooner or later,” he said.
Upon hearing Wukong’s words, Taibai hurriedly recounted the events.
After listening, Wukong pondered for a moment before saying, “This is clearly sowing discord.”
“The Emperor believes so too, but there’s also concern that it might be true.
Moreover, if it is outright denied, it could cause dissatisfaction among the Immortal Clan.
But dealing with Tathagata Buddha is also impossible; after all, Tathagata Buddha is a Supreme now, and knowing that someone is trying to sow discord yet continuing to deal with Tathagata Buddha would make the loved ones hurt and the haters happy,” Taibai said gravely.
“Who exactly wants to harm Tathagata?” Wukong pondered.
Soon, he gave up on that thought.
“Tathagata, that old coin, has made plenty of enemies over the years; it’s not strange that anyone would want to harm him.
But, I have a feeling that there’s more to this matter than meets the eye,” he said.
As he spoke, a glint flashed in Wukong’s eyes, and he said with a smile, “In that case, Old Taibai, tell me about the recent events in the Three Realms, the ones related to the Heavenly Court.”
“How many recent years’ worth?” Taibai asked.
Wukong gave him a blank look; what would he do with such an extensive timeline?
He only wanted to know about the events that happened after Tathagata Buddha became the Supreme.
Taibai knew that Wukong was trying to deduce something.
He went over the recent events once more.
“I think I know the reason now,” said Wukong, with a smile.
Taibai’s eyes brightened as he stared at Wukong.
“No saying,” Wukong said with a laugh.
Taibai really wanted to roll his eyes; at this juncture, Wukong actually started playing coy.
Somewhat annoyed, he couldn’t help but say, “Great Saint, why play the mystery at this time?
Tell me quickly.”
Wukong was just joking and said with a smile, “If my guess is right, the other party isn’t actually trying to harm Tathagata.
Sowing discord is certainly one of their goals, but their true target is actually Great God Great Yi.”
“It’s the work of Shao Siming and the Tenth Son of the Golden Crow.”
Taibai was somewhat surprised.
From Wukong’s words, he discerned a deeper meaning.
Build openly on the plank road while secretly crossing through Chencang Pass.
Agitate the relationship between the Heavenly Court and Tathagata Buddha, to divert the attention of the Heavenly Court.
In reality, their true objective was to kill Great God Great Yi.
Once their goal was achieved, they would have exacted revenge on the Heavenly Court and played them for fools.
Of course, if the Heavenly Court and Tathagata Buddha completely turned against each other, that would be the best outcome.
Even if they didn’t turn against each other, causing a rift between them was also beneficial.
Anyway, no matter the outcome, Shao Siming and the others would certainly not be at a loss.
Still puzzled, Taibai asked, “Great Saint, why are you so certain?”
With a slight upward curl of his mouth, Wukong said with a smile, “I’ve met Lingji Bodhisattva, and I’m aware of the nature of Tiger-Subduing Arhat.
I know their character; even if Tathagata Buddha had really spoken to them in that manner, they would not go around spreading it.
Moreover, Baize once used the dream-manipulating Divine Skills to pull me into a dream in an attempt to kill me within it.
If he has some method of controlling the Heart-Mind of people, it wouldn’t be surprising.
Even more so, to secretly influence someone into voicing some fleeting thoughts from their Heart-Mind.”