Chapter 579 - 579 238 Demon Realm Invasion_2

579: Chapter 238: Demon Realm Invasion_2 579: Chapter 238: Demon Realm Invasion_2 “If that’s the case, their life is worse than death.”

Ancestor Whale didn’t care that much, as he had no other way out and could only do so.

He believed that as long as he was loyal enough, having his restraints removed was only a matter of time.

Besides, if he didn’t betray Great Emperor Ziwei, what did it matter to him if he was bound by immortal techniques?

Being a subordinate, adding another layer of shackles, might actually make Great Emperor Ziwei trust him more.

The two Great Heavenly Venerates, having no choice although unwilling at heart, could only say, “We ask Great Emperor Ziwei to set our shackles, and we are willing to follow Great Emperor Ziwei.”

Sun Wukong and Great Emperor Ziwei exchanged glances and smiled at each other.

Naturally, they didn’t trust them, but if they had to kill three Great Heavenly Venerates, it seemed too wasteful.

The only method was to control them.

By placing them in shackles, there would be no need to worry anymore.

Their lives and deaths would be at the control of Great Emperor Ziwei, assuring that they wouldn’t dare think of betrayal.

However, Great Emperor Ziwei hesitated, saying doubtfully, “If we do this, it won’t reflect well on my reputation; it will seem as if I’m using forceful measures to control the immortal gods, which is no different from the actions of evil demons.

I can’t do this.

Better to kill you, so you won’t trouble me anymore.”

The two Great Heavenly Venerates, initially reluctant, were now scared out of their wits.

One immediately said, “Your Majesty, it’s not like that.

You setting restrictions for us is just a sign that you don’t wish to harm our lives, which is a great compassion, not something evil.

Even if the people know, they will only praise Your Majesty’s unparalleled benevolence, and not speak ill of you.

It’s we who are begging Your Majesty to use these measures on us.”

Ancestor Whale quickly added, “Indeed, it’s true.

We beg Your Majesty to put measures on us.”

The other Great Heavenly Venerate was a woman, an ancient venomous scorpion.

She usually disregarded the lives of living beings and never took life and death seriously.

Yet, she was now pale-faced, loudly saying, “We ask Your Majesty to enforce restrictions on us, we are willingly subjected to Your Majesty’s methods.”

Hearing their words, Great Emperor Ziwei looked troubled and said, “Remember, this is your own request, not because I particularly wish it so.”

The immortals were a mix of laughter and tears.

This Great Emperor Ziwei was really a crafty old coin, clearly wanted to subdue the three Great Heavenly Venerates, but acted as if it was their own doing, not his own desire.

In the end, he both preserved his reputation and gained three subordinates.

And Sun Wukong was the one playing the bad guy.

Even if the three Great Heavenly Venerates could see their plans, they didn’t dare to actually gamble on it.

If Great Emperor Ziwei were to speak out and couldn’t take it back, and then killed them, wouldn’t they be at a great loss?

Only a fool would attempt such a thing.

Great Emperor Ziwei ‘reluctantly’ implemented measures on the three of them, and thus he acquired three new Great Heavenly Venerate subordinates.

With a look of concern, he asked Sun Wukong, “What do you think others will think of me?

I really didn’t want to do this.”

Sun Wukong gave him a glance, taking advantage while appearing aggrieved.

He brought out his Jingu Bang and pointed it at the three Great Heavenly Venerates, saying, “If you’re worried about your reputation being damaged, I can just kill them for you right now, so there’ll be nothing to worry about.”

Glancing at Sun Wukong, Great Emperor Ziwei said, “Let’s head back to the Heavenly Court; in three days, we march on Kunlun.”

Ancestor Whale’s eyes lit up, and he immediately said, “I am willing to take the lead for Your Majesty.”

Looking at Ancestor Whale, Great Emperor Ziwei nodded and commanded, “Alright, in three days, the great battle commences, and you will serve as the Vanguard Officer.”

Ancestor Whale: “…”

Could he take back what he just said?

Ancestor Whale had thought that even if he volunteered to fight, the other party wouldn’t agree.

But it seemed he was wrong.

Great Emperor Ziwei agreed to his request quite readily and appointed him as the Vanguard Officer.

The other two Great Heavenly Venerates, also hoping to win favor, instantly shut their mouths after witnessing this scene.

They suddenly realized that this Great Emperor Ziwei was not easy to fool, and trying to do so could end up costing them dearly.

Ancestor Whale’s smile was rather forced, but he still managed to squeeze out a grin, then knelt before Great Emperor Ziwei to thank him for his ‘kindness.’

Indeed, in his mouth, it was a kindness that allowed him to go to war.

The other two Heavenly Venerates snickered, yet felt fortunate they hadn’t said much.

Otherwise, they too could have been targeted to serve as Vanguard Officers.

Back in the Ziwei Heavenly Court, Great Emperor Ziwei was making preparations.

Now that the Jade Emperor had been directly defeated by him, although it was just an incarnation, it still proved a point.

It made everyone have greater confidence in Great Emperor Ziwei.

They believed that Great Emperor Ziwei truly had the capability.

He was about to replace the Jade Emperor.

Following Great Emperor Ziwei promised limitless prospects.

In the future, they could truly govern the Three Realms.

The return of Yang Jian further excited many in the Ziwei Heavenly Court.

When Yang Jian had left before, it had hit many people hard.

They felt that if even Yang Jian could be abandoned and forsaken by Great Emperor Ziwei, the same would go for the rest.

The departure of Yang Jian left many in the Ziwei Heavenly Court feeling uneasy.

Though those who were fence-sitters were in the minority, most were honest and appreciated Yang Jian’s contributions.

After becoming the Judicial Deity, Yang Jian had done too much for the Ziwei Heavenly Court, his merits clear for all to see, irrefutable by anyone.

The immortals of the Ziwei Heavenly Court held high regard for Yang Jian.

Yang Jian’s departure surprised many.