Chapter 979: Chapter 307 Conflict with Yuanshi Heavenly Venerate_2
He wants to have more choices, so this situation wouldn’t arise.
Unfortunately, there’s simply no such person.
Sun Wukong is the sole option.
There is another choice, which is Yang Jian, likely able to replace Sun Wukong.
But, from Lord Taishang’s point of view, Yang Jian exudes righteousness, more likely harder to convince than Sun Wukong.
If he senses something amiss, he’ll definitely drop everything immediately.
As for someone like Sun Wukong, who’ll continue to do with a little benefit, that’s impossible.
“Say no more, if you want to be the master to Old Sun, this matter is dropped, I’ll immediately return to seal the mountain, emerge a hundred years later, if desired, Old Sun is willing to lend you a hand. I believe you won’t do anything that endangers the Three Realms, most likely you’ll be doing things beneficial to the Three Realms.”
Lord Taishang nodded slightly, smiling as he said: “You do understand the old Taoist quite well.”
Then, he pondered for a moment before saying: “Since you insist on not becoming a disciple of the old Taoist, let’s pledge brotherhood, and I promise you, if anyone around you is in danger, you ask the old Taoist for help, the old Taoist will certainly assist, unless circumstances absolutely prevent it.”
“It’s a deal.”
Sun Wukong’s eyes lit up.
He did not expect the Elder Lord to agree.
Sun Wukong felt the best outcome would be after both sides tested the waters this time, even though no substantive relations were established, the Elder Lord would be somewhat cautious in arranging his affairs.
Sun Wukong did not foresee that the Elder Lord would truly agree to pledge brotherhood with him.
His expression was peculiar, casting his pale golden eyes over Elder Lord, feeling a bit unsettled.
If the Elder Lord refused his proposal, Sun Wukong would comfort himself believing that the Elder Lord probably didn’t arrange anything too decisive for him.
But now, he lacks this confidence, feeling uncertain how far the Elder Lord has arranged for him.
Otherwise, why would he agree to such ridiculous conditions?
“Cough, Elder Lord, aren’t you going to reconsider being so forthright? Old Sun feels uneasy.”
Lord Taishang grinned, speaking casually: “No need to reconsider, I seriously thought about it earlier, your proposal is good, let’s follow it and become sworn brothers, going forward we will share blessings and hardships.”
Sun Wukong’s face turned dark, genuinely frightened by Lord Taishang.
The more it was like this, the more Sun Wukong felt uneasy.
Initially, he never believed Lord Taishang would agree, merely wanted him to abandon the disciple idea, as the notion of discipleship was truly revolting.
But, Sun Wukong didn’t foresee the Elder Lord truly agreeing.
“Forget it, with Elder Lord’s esteemed virtue, among Immortals and Buddhas, how can a monkey desecrate him? This matter, it’s Old Sun who went too far, just pretend Old Sun never said such things just now.”
In response, Lord Taishang sternly stated: “How can this be? A true gentleman’s word is like a horse-drawn carriage, hard to retract. Do you want the world to know, Great Sage Equaling Heaven Sun Wukong is a man of unfulfilled promises?”
Sun Wukong: “…”
He looked deeply at Lord Taishang, then gritted his teeth, saying: “If Elder Lord doesn’t fear, why should Old Sun fear? Notify heaven and earth.”
“Alright.”
Lord Taishang smiled slightly, his clear voice resonating throughout heaven and earth.
“From this day forth, I, Li Dan, and Sun Wukong pledge brotherhood, sharing blessings and hardships, hereby notifying heaven and earth, serving as witness for all beings, should there be a betrayal, heaven and earth will not tolerate.”
Boom.
The entire Three Realms erupted.
All Immortals and Buddhas were stunned, the Ancient Gods and Devils were also incredulous.
Lord Taishang and Sun Wukong pledged brotherhood?
Wasn’t it said that the Lord Taishang wanted to take disciples? What is this operation now?
Everyone was stunned, all eyes turned in this direction.
Even Great Emperor Ziwei was a bit dazed.
He knew Sun Wukong was adept at creating miracles, bringing delight.
Yet this miracle before him was simply too great, and too shocking.
Pledging brotherhood with Lord Taishang, even the Primordial Supreme would not dare imagine.
To put it bluntly, Sun Wukong is merely a descendant of living beings, not even a Supreme, how did he do it?
“Your Majesty.”
Yang Jian called once.
Great Emperor Ziwei finally came to his senses, with a strange expression, he asked Yang Jian: “How did he do it?”
Yang Jian shook his head, wearing a wry smile, said: “How would I know, Wukong’s actions become increasingly unexpected.”
More than just startling everyone, it was downright terrifying.
Originally Great Emperor Ziwei thought Sun Wukong would become Lord Taishang’s disciple, even believing this was the best outcome.
In the end, they actually swore brotherhood.
This thought never crossed Great Emperor Ziwei’s mind, nor would he dare consider it.
What sort of person is Lord Taishang? How could he possibly pledge brotherhood with Sun Wukong?
Yet, this is the reality.
“However, this is a good thing for our Heavenly Court, with Sun Wukong pledging brotherhood with Lord Taishang, it can leverage the prestige of The Three Pure Ones, without lowering the Heavenly Court’s status beneath the Three Pure Ones, overly elevating the Three Pure Ones, as a result, it’s the best way to handle it.”
Yang Jian said with a smile.
Great Emperor Ziwei nodded slightly, saying: “Indeed, this monkey figured it out, replacing anyone else, even if they thought of this, they would not dare execute it.”
Yang Jian shook his head, how could he know.
But he certainly wouldn’t dare, truly thinking the reputation of the Daoist Ancestor is joking matter?
Qilin and others are waiting, believing a result should emerge within three days.