721: Chapter 257: Being Hunted?_2 721: Chapter 257: Being Hunted?_2 Although he focused on cultivating his skills to enhance his strength,
he did not neglect the safety of living beings, not even slightly.
Before receiving prayers, the Great Emperor Ziwei already knew what had happened.
“Where is the Third Prince?”
shouted the Great Emperor Ziwei.
Nezha immediately showed an excited expression, stood up, and loudly said, “Here, at your service.”
“Go and summon the Great Sage Equalling Heaven.”
said the Great Emperor Ziwei.
The smile on Nezha’s face vanished, he had thought that the Great Emperor Ziwei was about to let him act.
But unexpectedly, he was instead asked to summon Sun Wukong.
Nezha was somewhat reluctant, as he had really wanted to lead the Heavenly Soldiers and Generals against those Ancient Gods and Devils.
The Great Emperor Ziwei could clearly see Nezha’s intentions, he smiled and said, “Third Prince, do not misunderstand, the reason I ask you to find Wukong is not to prevent you from fighting those ancient Gods and Devils; I’m just worried that the Third Prince’s strength is insufficient, so I’m having you summon the Great Sage Equalling Heaven, and then you can act together.”
Only then did Nezha smile again.
So it was not that he was being kept from fighting, just a concern that his strength was not sufficient.
Indeed, those Primordial Gods and Demons possessed formidable powers.
If it were just him alone, managing top-ranked Heavenly Venerates would be feasible, but facing Sub-Paramount-level powerhouses was a different story—such opponents would not even need to fight, they were beyond his reach.
Having Sun Wukong join him was truly not a bad idea.
With this in mind, Nezha vigorously nodded and said, “I will go find Wukong now.”
Having said this, Nezha turned and left.
He needed to find Sun Wukong as quickly as possible; by this time, he was already eager to act.
Upon seeing Nezha approach, Sun Wukong already knew why he had come.
He smiled lightly and said, “Let’s go, to the Heavenly Court.”
“You know what to do?”
Nezha was somewhat surprised.
“Ancient Gods and Ancient Demons wreak havoc, indiscriminately slaughtering future generations of living beings; the Heavenly Court naturally cannot ignore this.
Great Emperor Ziwei must be seeking my help to eliminate the demons,”
stated Sun Wukong lightly.
Although there were many strong individuals in the Heavenly Court, none were capable of dominating the field.
Surely the Eastern King should not intervene personally, for that would indeed be a wasteful misuse of his capacities.
And Zhenyuan, among others, who are considered loose immortals, do not hold positions in the Heavenly Court.
The Great Emperor Ziwei naturally would not ask him to take action; he would not bother a friend except at a crucial moment.
However, the Heavenly Court lacked powerful warriors capable of contending against Sub-Paramount foes.
Had Yang Jian been present, naturally there would be no need for Sun Wukong to intervene, but Yang Jian was in the midst of striving for the rank of Great Heavenly Venerate, seeking entry into it.
Certainly, his aim was also to become stronger, capable of battling mightier foes.
“Smart, His Majesty worries that I alone am no match for those Ancient Gods and Demons, so he wants you to join me in action.”
Nezha affirmed Sun Wukong’s guess.
“Great Saint, we also want to go with you.”
said Nu Ba.
Her eyes sparkled, eager for battle.
As a warrior of the Human Race, although she was the daughter of the Yellow Emperor, her belligerent nature matched that of any man.
Now, having the opportunity to join the battle, she was naturally unable to resist wanting to take part.
Nezha hesitated a bit, unsure whether he should bring Nu Ba along.
However, Sun Wukong just smiled and said, “Of course, you and Fan Yao follow us.
We aren’t likely to encounter great danger on this journey, and from the Ancient Gods and Demons of the Primordial, only the Supreme ones are somewhat noteworthy; below that, they’re merely trivial.”
Nu Ba and Fan Yao immediately became overjoyed.
Having the chance to battle Ancient Gods and Demons alongside Sun Wukong was indeed too good a prospect.
Nezha glanced at Nu Ba, feeling that her strength was comparable to his own; even if slightly weaker, it wasn’t by much.
But Fan Yao was just a Celestial Immortal—taking her along to exorcise demons might be a burden.
However, since Sun Wukong had agreed, Nezha didn’t think too much about it—worst case, he would just have to protect this monkey’s woman.
Yes, in Nezha’s mind, whether Nu Ba or Fan Yao, both were Sun Wukong’s women.
In his heart, Nezha scoffed at the idea.
He felt women were troublesome, with no women in mind, one’s actions could truly be divine.
Sun Wukong would sooner or later be dragged down by a woman.
Actually, how much more enjoyable it is to be with the men.
This was Nezha’s opinion, whether others agreed or not, was immaterial to him.
The group of four arrived at the Heavenly Palace, entering the Ziwei Heavenly Palace.
Sun Wukong, upon entering the Ziwei Heavenly Palace, never needed to announce his arrival.
Nor would any of the divine generals guarding the gate foolishly think to announce him.
With the relationship between the Great Sage and the Great Emperor Ziwei, were announcements really necessary?
The Emperor had already been briefed.
“Nezha has already informed me, Old Sun agrees, just give me Taotie, Qiuniu, and Xiezhi, then have Ao Zhan lead the Thunder Department to assist.
Give me ten days, Old Sun will essentially have them settle down,”
Sun Wukong declared.
The people of the Ziwei Heavenly Palace were somewhat surprised, unsure of what Sun Wukong intended to do.
But from his tone, one could tell that Sun Wukong was definitely about to show his power.
Was he planning to eliminate all those Ancient Gods?
The force he mentioned was strong enough to possibly contend even with Supreme-level powers.
Below the Supreme level, definitely none could withstand them; whoever was caught would perish.
“Very well, even if facing a Supreme, as long as the opponent does evil, bring them down; don’t hesitate.
Just remember, Ziwei Heavenly Court is always your backup; if you can’t defeat them, I’ll personally take action, and if I can’t defeat them, I’ll call on The Three Pure Ones.
I want peace to return to the Three Realms,”
Sun Wukong laughed and said, “With your words, that’s more than enough.”
Since the Great Emperor Ziwei had made a decision, Sun Wukong certainly wouldn’t be half-hearted.
Taotie and the others were summoned, and upon hearing what they were to do, immediately showed excited expressions.