Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything-Chapter 815 The Disciple Wishes to Enter the Illusionary Demon Cave for Ten Years of Reflection!

815: Chapter 815: The Disciple Wishes to Enter the Illusionary Demon Cave for Ten Years of Reflection!

815 -815: The Disciple Wishes to Enter the Illusionary Demon Cave for Ten Years of Reflection!

The level has now increased to 74, leveling up is naturally something to be happy about.

In terms of level, the current self can be considered to have stepped into the mid-stage of Taiyi True Immortal, right?

Although, in the whole three realms and six paths, this cultivation level can only be regarded as an average high-level expert.

But for Jiang Liu, who has only traversed to the Journey to the West World for more than five years, this growth rate can be said to be very rapid.

A single task rewarded a full 3 billion experience points, which is indeed very generous, and even unprecedented.

However, the difficulty of this task is indeed very high.

Because of this task, I almost tore my face off with the Buddhist Sect.

Because of this task, I almost lost my life.

Because of this task, my Green Lotus Treasured Flag was taken away.

…

To be honest, was it worth it to pay so much for this task?

It’s really hard to say.

Of course, it all still depends on what my Divine Level Treasure Chest and the two Epic Level Treasure Chests can yield!

“Xuanzang!”

Just as Jiang Liu was secretly expecting what might come out of his treasure chests, Tathagata called out to Jiang Liu.

“Buddha!”

Hearing the words of Tathagata, Jiang Liu’s heart moved, and he suddenly showed a look of deep regret, saying, “Buddha, this disciple is deeply sinful!

I beg Buddha to punish severely!”

Seeing Jiang Liu’s remorseful and repentant appearance, Tathagata refrained from saying what he intended to, and simply looked at Jiang Liu quietly.

Obviously, he was waiting for Jiang Liu’s confession.

“Master…” Sun Wukong, seeing Jiang Liu’s remorseful appearance, opened his mouth wanting to stop him.

After all, didn’t they all plan the killing of Manjushri and Samantabhadra together?

Master also had a justified stand, so there’s no need to be so humble!

However, as soon as Sun Wukong tried to speak, Zhu Bajie pulled Sun Wukong’s sleeve and slightly shook his head, signaling him not to speak.

Although Zhu Bajie didn’t quite agree with Master’s act of confessing and repenting before Tathagata.

But thinking about it, every move Master made on the journey westward had its own deep meaning.

Master’s actions must have their own meaning, which we just don’t understand yet.

Having his sleeve quietly pulled by Zhu Bajie and seeing him signalling not to speak, Sun Wukong hesitated for a moment before remaining silent, watching Master’s performance quietly.

“Buddha!”

Lowering his head, Jiang Liu spoke up, “For the sake of justice for countless people in the Lion Camel Kingdom, this disciple went so far as to kill two Bodhisattvas, and now my heart is filled with remorse; I feel deeply tormented, and I beg Buddha to punish severely!”

Seeing Jiang Liu’s appearance, Tathagata’s eyebrows lightly furrowed.

For the so-called cause and effect, and for destiny, Xuanzang actually resorted to killing Manjushri and Samantabhadra?

To be honest, such actions shocked even Tathagata.

So ruthless before, and now showing deep regret after the killing?

Is this an act for my sake?

Naturally, Tathagata did not believe Jiang Liu was truly remorseful.

If so, he wouldn’t have been so decisive in killing!

Hypocritical!

This was Tathagata’s impression of Jiang Liu now, thinking Xuanzang was more hypocritical than he initially imagined!

Still, considering Xuanzang is his disciple, it’s good if he’s compassionate.

But as his disciple, he must also understand worldly wisdom, knowing to say what is needed to the right people.

Thinking this way, being ruthless for his own benefit yet able to lower himself outwardly seems quite good?

Though Manjushri and Samantabhadra were his confidants in a sense.

They were still part of the Interpretation Sect and Sect of Intercepting before joining the Buddhist Sect, so he couldn’t fully trust them.

But Xuanzang is the reincarnation of his Second Disciple, and once the Journey to the West for Scriptures is complete, he will surely make him a Buddha!

This way, after ten reincarnations, Master Golden Cicada’s disposition seems better?

Once he’s made a Buddha, he can rightly be termed my right-hand man?

With this in mind, Tathagata also felt a sense of gain from what was lost.

Jiang Liu’s ruthlessness and hypocrisy were beyond Tathagata’s expectations.

But more than that, he felt joy!

“Amitabha…”

After a long silence and reflection, Tathagata said in a low voice, “Xuanzang, your actions were indeed heinous, but fortunately, Kong Xuan took your Green Lotus Buddha Robe, which counts as a severe punishment.

Plus, you show repentance now, so this seat will not punish you severely!”

Thinking about Jiang Liu’s disposition and how he can be my right-hand once the westward journey is complete, Tathagata decided to win Jiang Liu’s loyalty.

“Buddha!

If you do not severely punish me for such a grave sin, my conscience will never be at peace!” Hearing Tathagata’s lenient words, Jiang Liu was secretly surprised and hurriedly spoke.

“Enough, Xuanzang!

You are a disciple of the Buddhist Sect!

Do you not know you were once my second direct disciple in a past life?

If you are truly remorseful, then doing your best in the Journey to the West will be the greatest atonement!” Tathagata walked up to Jiang Liu, patted his shoulder, and spoke earnestly.

Knowing his hypocrisy, Tathagata pointed out their true relationship, reassuring him that they are united, and that he will protect him!

“What’s happening?

Really not pursuing any blame?”

While Tathagata thought his magnanimity and their past relationship would win Jiang Liu’s loyalty, he did not realize his leniency made Jiang Liu anxious.

“Buddha!

My guilt torments me!

I voluntarily request ten years in the Illusionary Demon Cave for meditation and penance!” Jiang Liu, growing anxious, urgently declared his own punishment.

“Xuanzang, as I said, perform well in the Journey to the West for Scriptures, and that will be the greatest atonement.

The ten years in Illusionary Demon Cave need not be mentioned again!” Seeing Jiang Liu’s eagerness, Tathagata frowned slightly, thinking Jiang Liu was being ungrateful.

He believed showing magnanimity was enough for Jiang Liu to be grateful, and this would end well for both.

Proposing ten years of penance?

Truly too hypocritical!

After dismissing these matters, Tathagata left without further words.

“Buddha, wait!

If not ten years, even five or six would do!

Or two or three years!?”

Seeing Tathagata leave, Jiang Liu, unwilling to give in, shouted after him.

But ignoring Jiang Liu’s pleas, Tathagata continued his departure.

“Alas…”

Watching Tathagata leave, Jiang Liu sighed in helplessness and remained silent.

“Holy Monk, are you leaving now?” After Tathagata left, Peacock Princess stepped forward, eyes filled with longing, and asked.

Feeling pressured by Peacock Princess’s gaze, Jiang Liu slightly averted his eyes.

However, Peacock Princess had just saved his life, making him very grateful.

“Thank you, Princess, for saving me!

I am in no hurry to leave, matters in Lion Camel Kingdom are yet to be resolved!” Jiang Liu thanked Peacock Princess and explained.

Indeed, two tasks, while the Divine Level Quest was completed, the Epic Level one was not.

He still needed to ensure that Lion Camel City was no longer threatened by Demon Creatures.

“In that case, Holy Monk, let us rest!

The night is almost over; after such a lengthy battle, everyone must be exhausted!” Peacock Princess eagerly suggested, hearing Jiang Liu wasn’t leaving immediately.

“Very well…” Jiang Liu nodded, ready to agree.

However, at that moment, a thought crossed his mind, and his words changed.

“Princess, after such events tonight, I wish to be alone for a while!”

Addressing Sun Wukong, Jiang Liu continued, “Wukong, you and the others go with the Princess to Peacock Valley to rest, I will join you after some solitary time.”

“Alright…”

Though Jiang Liu’s reluctance disappointed Peacock Princess, having Sun Wukong and the others with her reassured her of Jiang Liu’s return.

So, she nodded, leading Sun Wukong and the others away.

“Hehehe, Princess, we once again impose on you!” Zhu Bajie, smiling slyly, was the first to follow.

Sun Wukong turned back to look at Jiang Liu.

Jiang Liu nodded slightly.

Thus, Sun Wukong said nothing further, following the group back.

Soon, the once bustling battlefield was left in quiet solitude, with only Jiang Liu remaining.

As all departed and silence reigned, Jiang Liu suddenly spoke.

“Alright, you can come out now!”