Chapter 206

On this day, the Monster Court was in an uproar!

On this day, the Monster Court was in an uproar!

Taiyi and Kunpeng set out, heading to the sages' Dao lineage to invite the sages to come.

Translation: "Taiyi and Kunpeng set out, heading into the Dao Orthodoxy of the Saints to invite the Saints to come." But we need to keep meaning: "Taiyi and Kunpeng set out, heading to the Saints' Dao Orthodoxy, to invite the Saints to come." We'll translate: "Taiyi and Kunpeng set out, heading to the Saints' Dao Orthodoxy to invite the Saints." Might be better: "Taiyi and Kunpeng set out, heading into the Saints' Dao Orthodoxy to invite the Saints to come." We'll keep concise.

Although Emperor Jun Taiyi knew well, the sages were unlikely to accept the invitation.

Translation: "Although Di Jun and Taiyi knew well that the Saints were unlikely to accept the invitation."

After all, the sages had just attained the Dao, so retreating to consolidate their cultivation was most important.

Translation: "After all, the Saints had just proven the Dao; likely they were in seclusion to stabilize their cultivation, which was most important."

But when facing the sages, the proper courtesies naturally cannot be omitted.

Translation: "But when facing the Saints, the proper etiquette must naturally not be lacking."

Otherwise, that would be disrespect toward the sages.

Translation: "Otherwise, that would be disrespect to the Saints."

Aside from Bai Ze, the nine great monster saints walked between heaven and earth, inviting all the mighty powers to come.

Translation: "Apart from Bai Ze, the Nine Great Monster Saints walked between Heaven and Earth, inviting the great powers from all sides to come."

And Bai Ze personally went to the Wuzhuang Temple to invite Zhenyuanzi and the old ancestor Hongyun to come.

Translation: "And Bai Ze personally went to Wuzhuang Temple to invite Zhenyuanzi and Ancestor Hongyun to come."

It must be said, Emperor Jun's considerations were also quite thorough.

Translation: "It must be said, Di Jun's considerations were also quite thorough."

After all, although Bai Ze is one of the Ten Great Monster Saints, he is also their leader, holding an extraordinary status.

Translation: "After all, although Bai Ze was one of the Ten Great Monster Saints, he was also their leader, his status extraordinary."

Having him go also served to keep the old ancestor Hongyun from suspecting anything, while making it impossible for him to refuse.

Translation: "Having him go also served to keep Ancestor Hongyun from suspecting anything, and at the same time made it impossible for her to refuse."

Having arranged everything, Emperor Jun turned his gaze toward Fuxi.

Translation: "Having arranged everything, Di Jun turned his gaze to Fuxi."

"Sage Emperor, I still have one matter."

Translation: "'Xi Huang, I still have one matter.'"

"Perhaps we need the Sage Emperor to step forward and invite the Holy Mother Nüwa..."

Translation: "'Perhaps we need Xi Huang to step forward and invite Saint Nüwa……'"

And as the Monster Court announced it widely,

Translation: "And as the Monster Court announced widely,"

Between heaven and earth, there was an uproar, and countless mighty beings were no longer calm.

Translation: "Between Heaven and Earth, there was also an uproar; countless great powers were no longer calm."

"Have the ten golden crow princes been born?"

Translation: "'The Ten Golden Crow Princes have been born?'"

"Hiss... Emperor Jun truly has great blessings."

Translation: "'Hiss... Di Jun truly has great fortune.'"

"This way, the monster clan's fortune will surely increase, growing ever stronger."

Translation: "'In that case, the Demon Race's side will surely have even greater fortune, growing ever stronger.'"

"That Nine Tails of Tushan is truly extraordinary, in one go bearing ten sons for Emperor Jun."

Translation: "'The Nine Children of Tushan are truly extraordinary, in one go bearing ten sons for Di Jun.'"

"This is indeed a grand event of the Monster Court; we naturally ought to attend."

Translation: "'This is indeed a grand event of the Monster Court; we shall certainly go.'"

Countless mighty titans discussed it in this manner.

Translation: "Countless great powers thus discussed noisily."

The Monster Court's majesty needs no further explanation nowadays.

Translation: "The Monster Court's dignity needs no further mention nowadays."

Although they once suffered defeat at the hands of the Witch Clan and lost vast territories and cultivation resources,

Translation: "Although they had once suffered defeat at the hands of the Wu Clan and lost vast territories and cultivation resources,"

but in the present era, the monster clan is called the greatest of the primordial clans, which is no exaggeration.

Translation: "but in the present age, the Demon Race is called the greatest clan of the Primordial Wilderness, which is no exaggeration."

Below the sages, there really aren't many who dare to provoke them.

Translation: "Below the Saints, there really aren't many who dare to provoke them."

Therefore, between heaven and earth, countless figures stirred, traversing the void toward the Thirty-Three Heavens.

Translation: "Therefore, between Heaven and Earth, countless figures stirred, crossing the void, heading beyond the Thirty-Three Heavens."

In the western heavens and earth, Mount Sumeru!

Translation: "In the western Heaven and Earth, Mount Sumeru!"

Taiyi and Kunpeng naturally also arrived here, informing the Receiving Guide.

Translation: "Taiyi and Kunpeng naturally also arrived here, informing Jieyin and Zhunti."

How the Receiving Guide reacted, we shall not speak of for now!

Translation: "How Jieyin and Zhunti reacted remains unspoken for now!"

However, watching Taiyi and Kunpeng depart, Chen Ku showed a thoughtful expression.

Translation: "However, seeing Taiyi and Kunpeng's departing figures, Chen Ku at that moment showed a thoughtful expression."

"Have the ten golden crows been born yet..."

Translation: "'Are the Ten Golden Crows still born……'"

"Could this be an unstoppable great trend?"

Translation: "'Could this be the unstoppable great trend?'"

Chen Ku muttered to himself.

Translation: "Chen Ku muttered to himself."

He originally thought that if Xihe and Chang'e refused the heavenly marriage, perhaps many things would change.

Translation: "He had thought that Xihe and Changxi refusing the Heavenly Marriage might change many things."

But he didn't expect that the choice of the monster queen, although changed,

Translation: "But he never expected that the choice of Demon Empress would change."

yet the ten golden crows destined by heaven still were born.

Translation: "Yet, despite the heavenly decree, the Ten Golden Crows were still born."

Moreover, within the heavenly trend, it is precisely the birth of the ten golden crows that causes ten suns to blaze across the sky, leading to heavy losses for humanity and even becoming a catalyst for the monster clan's mass slaughter of people.

Translation: "Moreover, within the trend of the Heavenly Dao, it is precisely the birth of the Ten Golden Crows that causes the Ten Suns to blaze across the sky, leading to heavy losses for humanity and even becoming the catalyst for the Demon Race's mass slaughter of humans."

Besides this, the Monster Court this time seems to have made too big a show.

Translation: "Besides this, the Monster Court this time seems to have made too big a fuss."

Chen Ku faintly sensed that this matter must conceal some hidden scheme, or rather a plot.

Translation: "Chen Ku faintly felt that this must conceal some scheme, or rather a plot."

"The monster clan... what are they doing..."

Translation: "'The Demon Race... what are they doing this for……'"

He pondered.

Translation: "He pondered."

However, although he didn't fully understand, for now Chen Ku did not prepare to go to the Monster Court.

Translation: "However, although he didn't fully understand, for now Chen Ku also did not prepare to go to the Monster Court."

"Let's not worry about how the Monster Court fares."

Translation: "'Let's not worry about how the Monster Court fares.'"

"The union of the three bodies of the Buddha is what matters most."

Translation: "'The union of the Triple Buddha Body is what matters most.'"

He then let go.

Translation: "He then let go."

Become stronger!

Translation: "Grow stronger!"

Only by becoming stronger is the true way!

Translation: "Only by growing stronger is the King's Way!"

When the three bodies of the Buddha unite, one can break through the peak of the Mixed Yuan Golden Immortal.

Translation: "The union of the Triple Buddha Body can break through the Peak of the Primordial Golden Immortal."

Only then will one have the ability to change more things.

Translation: "Only then would he have the ability to change even more things."

Afterward, Chen Ku thought no more about it.

Translation: "Afterward, Chen Ku thought no more about it."

With his eyes half-closed and a dignified bearing, he once again entered meditation on the Dao.

Translation: "His eyes half-closed, his countenance solemn, he once again entered into contemplation and cultivation."

In the Wuzhuang Temple.

Translation: "In Wuzhuang Temple."

After seeing Bai Ze off, Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun each had different expressions.

Translation: "Seeing Bai Ze off, Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun also had varied expressions."

"Haha, the Monster Court is holding such a grand event, having invited us to come."

Translation: "'Haha, the Monster Court holds such a grand event, inviting us to come.'"

"This time we can again sit with fellow Daoists to discuss the Way and jointly undertake this great undertaking."

Translation: "'This time we can again sit with fellow cultivators from all sides to discuss the Dao and share in the grand undertaking.'"

Obviously, Hongyun harbors no suspicion, appearing ready to go willingly.

Translation: "Evidently, Hongyun harbored no suspicion, appearing ready to gladly go."

But on the other side, Zhenyuanzi furrowed his brow slightly.

Translation: "But on the other side, Zhenyuanzi's brows slightly furrowed."

"Old friend, this matter is somewhat strange."

Translation: "'Old friend, this matter is somewhat strange.'"

"We'd better not go to the demon court."

Zhen Yuanzi's face was solemn.

Hearing this, Hong Yun was stunned and retorted:

"Oh? What's strange!!"

Seeing Hong Yun's innocent appearance, Zhen Yuanzi said helplessly:

"Ah, old friend, perhaps you have forgotten."

"Back when the Demon Race fought the West, we two also took part."

"Moreover, that Demon Court has always been sinister and deceitful; it cannot be trusted."

Zhen Yuanzi spoke with earnest concern.

Although he also did not know the Demon Court's specific schemes.

But considering the great war we once had with the Demon Race, one can tell the Demon Race surely harbors no goodwill.

But regarding this, Hong Yun showed a look of disbelief.

"Hehe, old friend, you are overthinking."

"The Demon Court's grand event invites all the strong; what danger could there be?"

Hong Yun's nature of kindness to others surfaced again.

He naturally thought that even if Di Jun, Taiyi, and the others bore him some enmity, they would not cause trouble at such a time.

"Although that is so, old friend, you bear the Primordial Purple Qi and have long been a target of many."

"People's hearts are treacherous; we must guard against them."

Zhen Yuanzi continued to persuade him earnestly.

Upon hearing this, Hong Yun became even more indifferent.

"Hehe, no problem."

"I, a poor Daoist, have never feuded with anyone; why should I worry?"

"Since the Demon Court has taken the initiative to send someone to invite us, it also shows they have laid down past hostilities."

"Moreover, we are innate great powers; if we do not go to the Demon Court, would we not be slapping the faces of Di Jun, Taiyi, and the others?"

"Doing so would instead earn us a reputation for provoking the Demon Court."

This time, Zhen Yuanzi also had nothing to say.

What Hong Yun said was not wrong either.

After all, as top-tier experts of the present age, outward courtesy cannot be lacking.

After pondering for a long while, Zhen Yuanzi could only nod.

"Since old friend insists on this, I shall accompany you."

"Just remember, we must act with utmost caution."

Zhen Yuanzi finally agreed.

And the reason he travels with Hong Yun is also out of concern for the latter's safety.

From this one can see how deep their friendship is.

Without further words, the two set off immediately, heading toward the Thirty-Three Heavens.

In Kunlun Mountain.

The Three Pure Ones gazed deeply in the direction of the Demon Court.

The three did not speak.

Meanwhile, Laozi was making hand seals, as if deducing something.

After a moment, his expression shifted slightly and he spoke softly:

"The Demon Court's scheme, it turns out, is aimed at the Primordial Purple Qi."

"This time, Hong Yun is likely to meet more misfortune than fortune."

"The cultivations of sages are so mighty that calling them omniscient and omnipotent is not an exaggeration."

"Thus, in just a moment, Laozi had already deduced the Demon Court's true intent."

He sighed thus.

"What the Demon Court wants is Hong Yun's life."

"Moreover, given Kunpeng's hatred toward Hong Yun, it will certainly show no mercy."

"One could say that, in Laozi's view, Hong Yun has little chance of survival this time."

As his words fell, Yuanshi and Tongtian beside him showed no surprise.

"It's a pity......"

"That Daoist friend Hong Yun, who is kind to others, cannot escape such a fate."

Tongtian spoke, sighing regretfully.

"He is naturally broad-minded and had no grudge against Elder Hong Yun."

"Now, on the contrary, he feels considerable regret over the fate of this 'good old man' Hong Yun."

"Hmph, what's there to pity?"

"All dharmas are empty, but karma is not."

"This is the karma Hong Yun himself sowed, also his destiny; naturally he must bear it."

"Evidently, compared to Tongtian, Yuanshi shows no sympathy at all."

"Now that he has become a sage, Yuanshi bears an ever more lofty, disdainful majesty."

"As for Hong Yun's life or death, he does not care at all."

Upon hearing this, Tongtian glanced at Yuanshi.

In the end, however, there was no argument about anything.

As their cultivation grew stronger, their beliefs also showed great differences.

Argument was also useless.

Laozi also finally spoke:

"Alright!"

"As for the outside world, let him handle it."

"The Nine Heavens of a Sage, each step is arduous."

"For now, we should first stabilize our realms."

Regarding this, Yuanshi and Tongtian had no objections, they nodded and no longer paid attention to the Demon Court's actions.

Only after entering the Sage realm did they truly know how vast this realm is, like an abyss.

Unlike the earlier early, middle, late, and peak stages separated by minor realms.

The Sage realm is divided into Nine Heavens.

And each level's advancement is extremely difficult.

Thus, the Three Pure Ones naturally would not have their state of mind disturbed by worldly affairs.

They also had no intention of going to the Demon Court.

The three said no more, fell into silence, and continued their secluded cultivation to consolidate their Sage realm.

Tai Su Heaven, inside the Nüwa Imperial Palace!

"Brother, you must have come for the matter of the Ten Golden Crows' birth."

Nüwa looked at Fuxi who had descended here and said:

A Sage's divine sense can know everything in an instant.

Hearing this, Fuxi was not surprised and nodded.

"Sister, I come here by the command of the Demon Emperor."

"The birth of the Ten Golden Crows is a great event for the Demon Race; I hope you can descend to the Demon Court."

"Even just showing your face would be enough."

Fuxi said thus.

No need for many words.

Now Nüwa's status is exalted, supreme.

If she could descend to the Demon Court, she would manifest before countless mighty figures.

That would be a great accumulation of prestige for the Demon Race and could better intimidate all beings.

But upon hearing Fuxi's words, Nüwa shook her head without a second thought.

"Brother, go tell Di Jun that this palace has no intention of going."

"Not bad!"

He immediately refused.

Nüwa clearly knew that if she truly appeared, everyone would think she was siding with the Demon Race, thus inviting endless karma.

Moreover, having already attained Sage cultivation, Nüwa did not want to become too entangled with the Demon Race.

Fuxi's face was anxious; he still wanted to say something.

But Nüwa immediately continued speaking:

"Brother, there seems to be some problem within the Demon Race."

"Brother, you should also consider yourself and sever ties with the Demon Race as soon as possible."

Nüwa had said this before, but Fuxi had rejected it.

Upon investigation with her Sage cultivation, Nüwa clearly sensed that the Demon Race's fate bore immense karma, which was astonishing.

However, no matter how she continued to deduce and investigate, she ultimately found nothing.

In fact, that was precisely the result related to the Witch-Demon Great Calamity.

In other words, that was the eventual outcome of the Demon Race's complete destruction.

The Great Calamity is the greatest secret of heaven and earth; Nüwa naturally could not foresee it in advance.

Now speaking of Fuxi.

Upon hearing Nüwa's words, he immediately showed a deep look of resistance.

"Sister, you need not persuade me further."

"I have long said that I will share weal and woe with the Demon Race."

"Today I only ask that you agree to descend to the Demon Court."

Fuxi's words were quite firm, leaving no room for doubt.

Yet he was not discouraged, continuing to persuade, or rather to request Nüwa to strengthen the Demon Race.

But regarding this request, Nüwa's attitude was also very firm.

Her beautiful brows furrowed slightly.

At this moment, if it were other powerful beings of the Demon Race, Nüwa would have already used her Sage might to drive them straight out of Tai Su Heaven.

But Di Jun specifically sent Fuxi here, evidently to prevent Nüwa from acting out.

After a moment of contemplation, Nüwa spoke softly:

"Where is Cai Feng?!"

She called out softly.

As her words fell, a figure resembling a maid slowly approached, bowing respectfully with a full face of reverence.

"Greetings, Lady!"

Cai Feng Xianzi is indeed a servant of Nüwa.

She is originally the younger sister of the Yuan Phoenix, her bloodline is extraordinarily noble, and her strength is not to be underestimated.

However, after seeing Nüwa attain sainthood, Cai Feng Xianzi was filled with reverence, and thus willingly submitted to Nüwa's command, becoming her mount, while also serving at her side.

Nüwa nodded.

"Since the Yao Court has come to invite us, you go in my place."

Nüwa gave this order.

Exactly!

Nüwa still did not prepare to go herself, merely sending out her servant Cai Feng Xianzi.

Thus, it is not considered a complete slight to the faces of Di Jun, Taiyi, and others.

Upon hearing this, Cai Feng Xianzi naturally did not dare to defy, and slightly bowed in assent.

To the side, watching this scene, Fuxi's expression also became somewhat awkward.