Chapter 281: Ox-Head and Horse-Face Enter the Netherworld, Three Races of Beings Guard Humanity?!

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Ox-Head and Horse-Face!

For Chen Ku, who possesses memories of two lifetimes, these two races of beings are extremely familiar to him.

In the present primordial world, these two races can be said to be obscure and nameless.

However, in later ages, serving in the netherworld as officials who capture souls and bind spirits, they become existences that make countless beings tremble with fear.

Could this be the fate of Ox-Head and Horse-Face?!

Chen Ku couldn't help but feel moved.

It seems that indeed, everything in the dark is predestined, which allowed me, by a fortunate coincidence, to encounter today's events.

Given that, naturally we cannot let these Ox-Head and Horse-Face die at the hands of Chiyou and the Wu Clan.

However, Chen Ku also did not overlook what Jiutian Xuan Nu said.

He fixed his gaze on the tens of thousands of Ox-Head and Horse-Face beings.

Wherever his eyes fell, a barely perceptible auspicious light emanated.

That means the nature of these Ox-Head and Horse-Face is not violent or ferocious, but rather gentle, or docile, with no murderous intent.

And as Jiutian Xuan Nu said, these Ox-Head and Horse-Face bear no trace of the Great Calamity's karmic debt, nor any killing karma.

Without a doubt, Jiutian Xuan Nu's words are true.

In daily life, these Ox-Head and Horse-Face can be considered kind, and they have not allied with the demon court, thus avoiding involvement in the Wu-Demon Calamity.

Up to this point, Chen Ku thought no further.

With a light smile, he calmly looked at Chiyou.

"Jiutian Xuan Nu's words are true!"

"These Ox-Head and Horse-Face, I will protect!"

"Chiyou.... do you have any objections?!"

Although Chen Ku's words were gentle, they naturally revealed an indescribable aura of dominance and majesty.

In the primordial world, strength is supreme; facing Chiyou, he possesses such confidence and qualification.

Upon hearing this, Chiyou immediately bowed and said respectfully:

"Senior Chen Ku speaks, we dare not disobey!"

No way!

You must know, Chen Ku is not someone Jiutian Xuan Nu can compare to.

Let alone these Ox-Head and Horse-Face not being involved in the Wu-Demon Calamity.

Even if they were truly under the demon court, Chiyou would not be able to provoke trouble.

Only existences at the level of the Twelve Ancestral Witches are qualified to converse with Chen Ku as equals.

On the other side, upon hearing Chen Ku's words, Jiutian Xuan Nu also secretly let out a sigh of relief.

Her beautiful eyes shimmered with varied light as she appraised Chen Ku, seeming to be subdued by his unwavering, decisive majesty.

This is status!

Or rather, this is the status brought by great strength!

Thinking of herself, she had previously been pursued by the Wu Clan in a sorry state, even nearly suffering grave injury at Chiyou's hands.

Since Chen Ku appeared, merely a few light-hearted, composed words have already manifested as an imposing majesty that brooks no argument or doubt.

How could Jiutian Xuan Nu not be moved by this?!

However, shortly after, Jiutian Xuan Nu's face showed a hint of doubt.

"Senior Chen Ku.... are you going to bring these beings to the Western realms?!"

In the past, Jiutian Xuan Nu had once heard her master, the Queen Mother of the West, say.

She said that now the West flourishes, even faintly surpassing the Eastern realms.

And with Hongyun attaining sagehood, it has reached an unprecedented state of three sages presiding.

Could it be that the grand Western Buddhist sect would even deign to look upon these insignificant Ox-Head and Horse-Face?

Seeing Jiutian Xuan Nu's curious expression, Chen Ku also did not conceal anything.

His profound gaze turned toward the direction of the endless Sea of Blood.

Now, that place is precisely the entrance to the Six Paths of Reincarnation.

"Hehe, I am not intending to bring them to the West."

"But.... the netherworld currently lacks personnel."

"These Ox-Head and Horse-Face ought to go there."

Upon saying this, Jiutian Xuan Nu seemed to half-understand.

She cannot fathom heavenly secrets, so naturally she cannot see through the fate of Ox-Head and Horse-Face.

And Chiyou also couldn't help but nod.

"Going into the netherworld?"

"That would also be good......"

Regarding this, Chiyou seemed to agree even more.

Chiyou does not know the meaning of the saying 'One morning transforms into reincarnation, after which the earth is no longer Wu.'

He only knows that the so-called netherworld was originally created by his ancestor, the Earth Goddess Ancestral Witch.

In other words, from Chiyou's perspective, Chen Ku's action is also sending more beings to his ancestor, the Earth Goddess Ancestral Witch.

Naturally, Chiyou then had no further objections.

Moreover, nowadays all beings know that in the netherworld, second only to Empress Pingxin, the Fengdu Great Emperor is none other than Chen Ku's incarnation.

His saying this also comes with full confidence, enough that even Empress Pingxin would not oppose.

By this point, Chiyou and the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady had no further objections.

On the other side, seeing Chen Ku's few words, they managed to save their own lives.

The Ox-Head and Horse-Face clans were filled with reverence and respect.

"We thank Senior Chen Ku for his kindness!"

"We thank Senior Chen Ku for saving our lives!"

Countless figures immediately kowtowed, loudly calling Chen Ku's name, feeling grateful.

Seeing this, Chen Ku smiled lightly.

"Hehe, no need to thank me!"

"It was you who saved your own lives!"

Chen Ku replied in this way, with deep meaning.

After all, the Ox-Head and Horse-Face clans were untouched by the Great Calamity's karma, which is the most important.

Otherwise, even Chen Ku could not save them.

Thereafter, Chen Ku no longer paid attention to the Ox-Head and Horse-Face's reaction.

He then turned his gaze to the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady beside him.

"This matter still requires you, Mysterious Lady, to run an errand for me!"

"Take these Ox-Head and Horse-Face and go to the Underworld."

"Once there, you only need to follow my instructions......"

Chen Ku gave a briefing, or rather, told the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady the password.

This way, as long as the Fengdu Great Emperor or Lady Pingxin hears it, they will know this is Chen Ku's arrangement.

Upon hearing this, the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady naturally agreed repeatedly.

"Junior will keep the senior's orders in mind!"

All of this today can be said to have originated because of the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady.

If Chen Ku had not spoken up forcefully, not only the Ox-Head and Horse-Face, but even she herself might have been severely injured by Chiyou.

Just a little errand, the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady would be delighted to do it.

Thereafter, she carried Chen Ku's instructions, immediately leading the Ox-Head and Horse-Face on the road toward the Netherworld Underworld.

Chen Ku watched her depart.

But at that moment, Chiyou beside him let out a soft sigh.

"Alas... what a pity......"

"That Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady is quite capable, she would also be a worthy opponent."

"Unfortunately, I was unable to have a hearty battle with her."

Saying this, Chiyou couldn't help shaking his head repeatedly, his expression showing lingering desire.

Seeing this, Chen Ku laughed and cried at once.

What a fine fellow!

The Wu Clan's warlike nature is truly ingrained in their bones.

In their eyes, regardless of gender, as long as the opponent is strong enough, it will arouse the Wu Clan's fighting spirit.

Immediately afterward, Chiyou also turned his gaze to Chen Ku.

"Senior Chen Ku, I too shall take my leave now!"

"On this earth, there are still many demon beasts; I swear to exterminate them completely!"

Regaining his composure, Chiyou once again regained that mighty, violent and ferocious aura.

This time, Chen Ku merely nodded and said nothing more.

This is originally what the Wu Clan should do; I cannot interfere too much.

Thereafter, Chiyou also led a group of young Wu clansmen, marching mightily toward another direction.

In an instant, only Chen Ku remained in the field.

After this incident, he no longer hurried to return to the Western Buddhist Sect.

Glancing around, he saw only vague shadows in the distance, countless figures.

"Since we've come, we might as well stay!"

"Since that's the case, let's take a look at the humans of this place."

Chen Ku had not forgotten that he also bore the identity of the Human Holy Father.

Moreover, at all times, the human race's fortune supports him.

Therefore, he also bears the responsibility to pay attention to the human race's development.

After a moment, he arrived at the land where humans dwell.

Looking around, the human population here had reached an astonishing number of hundreds of millions.

And within the vast human territory, there was also a scene of peace and harmony.

After all, although they reside deep in the Eastern Heaven and Earth,

but thanks to Chen Ku's early warning, the conflict between the Wu and Demon clans never spread to the human realm.

It can be said that humanity also avoided many calamities and misfortunes.

However, in terms of cultivation, the humans here are somewhat inferior to Western humans.

The reason is simple!

In the past, Laozi merely passed down a commonplace Golden Core Great Dao with an extremely low ceiling.

Whereas Western humans dwell beneath Mount Sumeru, receiving constant nourishment from Buddha's light day and night.

The two cannot be spoken of on the same day.

Translation: "The two are naturally not comparable." Or "The two cannot be spoken of on the same day." The idiom means they are not comparable. So "The two are naturally incomparable." We'll choose: "The two are naturally not comparable."

Regarding this, Chen Ku was also quite satisfied, nodding with a smile.

"Hehe, not bad, not bad!"

Translation: "\"Hehe, not bad, not bad! \"" Keep quotes.

"If we can continue like this peacefully, it would also be an excellent outcome for humanity."

Chen Ku sighed softly.

Translation: "Chen Ku sighed softly." Or "Chen Ku let out a soft sigh." We'll use: "Chen Ku sighed softly."

But just then, as he surveyed the humans, his expression suddenly shifted and he felt something.

"This tribe actually has my Western disciples protecting it?!"

"Not bad!"

Chen Ku's spiritual sense was keen; he clearly sensed this.

In the invisible darkness, several traces of aura flickered, exactly the aura and rhythm emanating from the Western Buddhist Sect.

But upon reflection, I had not arranged any Buddhist disciples to come here to protect humanity.

Could it have been arranged by my own master and master-uncle?

This is also unlikely!

Translation: "That's also unlikely!" Or "That is also not very possible!" We'll use: "That's also unlikely!"

After all, there isn't much karmic ties between Jieyin and Zhunti and humanity; there's no need to do this.

Thinking it useless, Chen Ku simply waved his hand.

In an instant, ripples spread across space.

The next moment, three strange-looking figures appeared.

Seeing this, Chen Ku's expression changed dramatically, and a look of realization flashed in his eyes.

The leading figure resembled a dragon, sturdy in build, with a horn on each side of its head.

Its body was covered in yellow dragon scales.

Unlike the black dragon before, this dragon's eyes were gentle and peaceful, devoid of violence or ferocity.

The second figure resembled a peacock, its plumage extraordinarily splendid, with large patches of patterns spreading across its wings, breathtakingly beautiful.

Its whole body was also suffused with auspicious light.

The third figure was the most peculiar.

Its head and body resembled a fox, yet it bore a pair of rabbit ears.

Its tail was like a squirrel's, and its hind legs bore deer-like traits.

In an instant, Chen Ku recognized these three figures.

Imprisoned Ox, dragon bloodline!

Azure Phoenix, phoenix bloodline!

Four Unlikes, qilin bloodline!

And just as Chen Ku had sensed earlier, these three individuals all bore a faint Buddhist fortune rising and falling, mysterious and profound.

At this moment, the Imprisoned Ox, Azure Phoenix, and Four Unlikes also slightly bowed their heads, glancing at Chen Ku in a subtle manner.

Perhaps intimidated by Chen Ku's overwhelming aura, the three great monsters' bodies trembled slightly, their eyes filled with fear and dread, daring not to meet his gaze.

"Imprisoned Ox, Azure Phoenix, Four Unlikes!"

Translation: "\"Imprisoned Ox, Azure Phoenix, Four Unlikes! \"" Need to keep quotes. So: "\"Imprisoned Ox, Azure Phoenix, Four Unlikes! \""

"Have you already entered the Buddhist Sect?!"

Chen Ku finally spoke.

As soon as he spoke, he directly uttered the names of the three.

This may seem useless, but Chen Ku was not deliberately speaking nonsense.

Although the dragon, phoenix, and qilin clans had once aided the Western Buddhist Sect's revival, whether they truly entered the Buddhist Sect and became its disciples carries a completely different meaning.

Chen Ku can now be considered the third-most important figure in the Western Buddhist Sect, second only to Jieyin and Zhunti.

Therefore, I really don't know whether these three have taken a master.

Upon hearing Chen Ku's words, the three figures shuddered again.

Glancing at each other, they all saw the shock in each other's hearts.

The newcomer's aura was immensely powerful, and he recognized their identities at a glance—clearly extraordinary.

The Imprisoned Ox reacted first, deeply bowing and responding respectfully:

"Replying to senior, we are indeed disciples of the Western Buddhist Sect!"

It dared not conceal anything, telling the truth.

Hearing this, Chen Ku nodded in understanding, and it was no surprise.

Now, within the Buddhist Sect, Jieyin is the Jieyin Tathagata, while Zhunti is the Buddha Mother.

Therefore, some exceptionally gifted disciples, like Dizang, are personally taught and cultivated by Jieyin.

Other, more ordinary disciples, will instead become followers of Zhunti's lineage.

Of course, this does not mean they are Zhunti's direct disciples.

Nowadays, there are also many third-generation disciples in the Buddhist Sect.

This, too, is understandable.

Just as Chen Ku was pondering this.

On the other side, the Azure Phoenix also spoke.

Its human speech was actually a woman's voice, and it likewise showed great reverence.

"May I ask... what mighty one are you, senior?!"

Like a naive little girl unaware of the world, the Azure Phoenix inquired about Chen Ku's identity.

You should know, compared to Chen Ku, the three Qiu Niu are undoubtedly juniors.

Moreover, even when the Western Buddhist Sect was giving its teachings, with their status they also lacked the qualifications to stand too far forward.

This also meant that the three had never truly seen Chen Ku's true appearance, and they did not even know that he was undoubtedly the Western Buddhist Sect's Senior Brother.

As for this, Chen Ku was not angry either.

"Hehe, I am Chen Ku!"

He responded calmly, without saying much else.

However, as soon as these words were spoken, the Qiu Niu trio's hearts were greatly shaken, stirred to an unprecedented degree.

I am Chen Ku!

Just these four simple words are enough to be called like a thunderclap that shakes the heart and moves the spirit.

Nowadays, all beings under heaven know Chen Ku's name, let alone the disciples of the Western Buddhist Sect.

For a moment, the Qiu Niu trio stared dumbfounded, filled with shock and regret.

"This... is actually Senior Chen Ku?!"

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