Chapter 369: Sun Divine Palanquin, All Living Beings in Turmoil!

Changxi's side.

That divine palanquin was crafted from fusang wood, emitting an aura of extreme fervor.

Upon it, various profound and mysterious divine patterns were sketched and intertwined, obscure and difficult to comprehend, wondrous beyond words.

Moreover, carvings of three-legged golden crows manifested, lifelike and astonishing in presence.

However, the reason this divine palanquin is said to be extremely strange.

Is because.... at this moment, what appears to be a majestic divine palanquin has small holes appearing upon it, giving a sense of fragmentation and desolation.

"That... isn't this Di Jun's Sun Divine Palanquin?!"

Di Jiang stared at this scene, somewhat dumbfounded.

As an immortal adversary, Di Jiang clearly knows that Di Jun originally possessed such a divine palanquin.

It seems that during some previous great battle, Chen Ku forcefully suppressed the myriad strong ones of the Yao Court, even seizing this divine palanquin directly.

This does not surprise Di Jiang and the others.

After all, given Chen Ku's strength, this was nothing but effortless.

But what puzzles Di Jiang, Zhu Jiuyin, and others is why the once majestic and radiant Sun Divine Palanquin, filled with divine light, has now fallen into such a shattered state before their eyes?!

In fact.

Not only are Di Jiang and the others utterly bewildered.

At this moment, Chen Ku also wears a look of utter astonishment.

"How... how did this happen?!"

He glared at Changxi with a face full of black lines.

Just as Di Jiang had thought.

This Sun Divine Palanquin was obtained from Di Jun's hands.

But Chen Ku, whenever he moves, always uses spatial leaps or great divine abilities like the Myriad Wonderful Gate.

Therefore, after initially obtaining this Sun Divine Palanquin, he gave it to Changxi.

Chen Ku also did not expect that upon seeing it again today, the Sun Divine Palanquin would have undergone astonishing changes.

More precisely, Chen Ku clearly remembers that initially, this Sun Divine Palanquin had gemstones inlaid upon it, flowing with light, splendid and magnificent.

Di Jun also used this to display the so-called majesty of the Yao Emperor.

Clearly, those gemstones were pried off by Changxi, weren't they?!

Indeed!

Seeing Chen Ku's bewildered and astonished expression, Changxi also felt a bit embarrassed, and at this moment softly replied:

"Hehe...."

"I saw the gemstones on this divine palanquin, very splendid, immortal light shining brightly."

"Unable to restrain myself, I took them down and decorated my and my sister's Dao field with them."

Changxi acted coquettishly, making it impossible for anyone to feel resentment toward her.

But upon hearing her reply, Di Jiang and the others twitched the corners of their mouths fiercely.

Good fellow!

You actually used the peerless gemstones on the Yao Emperor's divine palanquin to decorate a Dao field?!

This... this is too wasteful of heavenly treasures, isn't it?!

If Di Jun finds out, he'll probably be so angry he vomits blood.

And Chen Ku also raised his eyebrows, feeling utterly speechless.

Without the gemstones' enhancement, the majesty of this Sun Divine Palanquin can be said to have been greatly diminished.

However, regarding Changxi's childish-hearted action, Chen Ku can say nothing, merely shaking his head and laughing helplessly.

Not only him, but Jieyin, Zhunti, and Hong Yun also now wear a knowing smile.

After all, no matter how strong Changxi's power, she remains ultimately a girl unfamiliar with worldly affairs.

Just as several people were laughing helplessly.

On another side, Di Jiang and the others also came to their senses.

"Daoist Chen Ku has not yet made clear to us."

"Exactly how, in order to invite Daoist Dizang and others to come forth from the mountains again and take charge of the Underworld?!"

Di Jiang recalled the matter at hand, also somewhat puzzled, wondering what use Chen Ku had in summoning Changxi and bringing this Sun Divine Palanquin here.

Upon hearing his inquiry, Chen Ku's smile deepened further.

He pointed at the Sun Divine Palanquin.

In an instant, streams of light burst forth, enveloping the Sun Divine Palanquin.

Swish!

Swish!

As if the sound of a treasure breaking through the air was transmitted.

Not long after, everyone clearly saw that the "holes" on the Sun Divine Palanquin were now being reshaped by Chen Ku at this moment.

Various divine pearls forged from immortal gold and divine iron were once again inlaid upon it, glowing with luster, truly extraordinary.

After completing all this, Chen Ku finally spoke:

"My intention is to let the five ancestral witches who once rose to power and expelled Dizang and others take action."

"Mount this divine palanquin, come to my Mount Sumeru, and welcome Dizang and others into the Underworld."

"You...... have any objections?!"

Chen Ku's words spoken.

Even Jieyin, Zhunti, and Hongyun were surprised enough to glance at Chen Ku.

Have the five ancestral Wu carry the palanquin to welcome Dizang and the others?!

This move... is really somewhat humiliating to Zhu Rong and the others, isn't it.

When did Chen Ku become so "ruthless"?!

But upon further thought, they also understood Chen Ku's meaning.

You must know, when Zhu Rong and the others forcefully entered the underworld, they forced Dizang and the others to temporarily return to the West.

At that time, it caused quite a stir, known to all beings in heaven and earth.

Even until now, there are strong ones secretly discussing, thinking that the Buddhist sect must be afraid of the Wu Clan, or rather fearful of Pingxin's might, which is why they dare not enter the underworld again?!

The prestige and dignity lost by the Buddhist sect naturally need to be regained.

Moreover, the one who tied the bell must untie it.

This move, naturally having the five great ancestral Wu carry the palanquin for Dizang and the others, is also most appropriate.

Put plainly, Chen Ku simply wants to use this to once again establish the Buddhist sect's prestige.

Jieyin, Zhunti, and the third person understood Chen Ku's meaning.

But... will Emperor Jiang and the others agree?!

Just as this thought arose in his heart.

Indeed.

Only to see Emperor Jiang's face suddenly sink, his eyes downcast, with some resentful anger.

"Chen Ku Daoist!"

"This move... is it not somewhat too excessive?"

Emperor Jiang replied in a deep voice.

Humiliation!

In his view, Chen Ku's proposal is a great humiliation to the Wu Clan.

The exalted ancestral Wu, each one is the supreme existence among the Wu Clan.

Even when walking between heaven and earth, they are revered and honored by countless beings.

And now, they are actually to become "coachmen", carrying the palanquin to respectfully welcome Dizang and the others?!

How can this be accepted?!

Put differently, if they do this, will they not be laughed at by all beings?!

Emperor Jiang's first thought was that he could not agree, or rather that he would have to bargain with Chen Ku.

But Chen Ku simply had no patience for idle talk.

Hearing Emperor Jiang's words, Chen Ku's face remained calm, without ripple or wave, merely giving a light laugh.

"Oh? Too much?!"

"My conditions are already laid out here."

"If you accomplish it, you may take away Xingtian."

"Otherwise, he cannot leave the bounds of Mount Sumeru."

This time, as Chen Ku spoke, he exuded an indisputable mighty dignity.

Do not forget, he is indeed a true Hunyuan Daluo Jinxian.

Previously being able to discuss amicably with Emperor Jiang and the others can be said to have already given the latter full face.

And his such response, even using Xingtian as a hostage, is also to show that when a Hunyuan Daluo Jinxian speaks, it is an edict, allowing no room for negotiation.

Suppression!

Heaviness!

Chen Ku's sudden burst of imposing strength made Emperor Jiang's heart tremble violently, his face grim.

He wore a look of contemplation, torn and hesitant, unable to make a decision.

However, just as Emperor Jiang remained silent.

Beside him, Gonggong suddenly spoke up.

"Good, we ancestral Wu dare to act and take responsibility!"

"Just as Chen Ku Daoist said!"

"But we also hope you can keep your promise."

"We will welcome Dizang and the others back to the underworld, and you must not detain Xingtian brother again."

Gonggong's sudden agreement startled Emperor Jiang, who hastily turned his gaze toward the sound.

Yet he saw Gonggong's eyes firm, his face showing a composed color.

And Gonggong's reason for this is twofold.

First, he is anxious to save Xingtian and absolutely unwilling to let him remain in the Buddhist sect, lest he suffer harm.

Second, when he initially forced Dizang and the others to leave, he was also one of them.

Seeing that due to the actions of a few of them, his elder brothers Emperor Jiang and Zhu Jiuyin are now in difficulty.

Gonggong also simply stepped forward directly.

As he said, daring to act and take responsibility.

Since it is the pit he himself dug at first, then let him and his few companions finish it.

After a moment of silence, Emperor Jiang also understood Gonggong's intention.

With a silent sigh, Emperor Jiang also found it inappropriate to say more.

And speaking of Chen Ku and the others.

Hearing Gonggong readily agree, Jieyin couldn't help but show a hint of a smile.

"This Gonggong, he is quite decisive!"

He felt this in his heart.

As for Gonggong, he also couldn't help but develop a sense of approval and appreciation.

With Gonggong making his decision, Zhu Rong also felt somewhat dispirited, and he spoke in a muffled voice:

"Back then, it was also because this seat did not dare, and gathered the brothers to rise up."

"I also accept the punishment, and am willing to use my own strength to pull the solar divine carriage, sending Dizang back into the underworld."

If one were to say who felt the most regret and distress, it would undoubtedly be Zhu Rong.

If it weren't for him proposing the idea, and bewitching Gonggong, Xu Shou, and others, perhaps they would not have directly entered the underworld.

By now, this matter has finally been decided.

Chen Ku nodded in satisfaction.

"Since that is the case, you may take Xingtian away!"

Chen Ku waved his hand.

Upon hearing this, Di Jiang and the others were quite surprised.

After all, our side has not yet welcomed Dizang and the others back into the underworld.

Does Chen Ku not fear that we might regret this?!

Upon further thought, Di Jiang and the others felt relieved, and couldn't help but wear bitter smiles.

Regret?!

Go back on one's word?!

Before these Three Saints and One Mixed Yuan of Buddhism, do they dare?!

If they fail to fulfill their promise, then Chen Ku will simply suppress Xingtian again, bring him to Mount Sumeru, which is as easy as turning one's hand.

No matter what, Xingtian is now safe and sound, and can return to the Wu Clan.

Di Jiang and the others bowed and bade farewell to Chen Ku and his group, then prepared to depart.

However, just as the few people turned around.

Chen Ku thought of something else.

"Right, this time Dizang and the others re-enter the underworld."

"In the future, whether it be a great witch or an ancestral witch, if they wish to enter the underworld, they must also obtain the consent of Dizang and the others."

"Otherwise.... the consequences shall be borne by themselves!"

Chen Ku's words were obviously also meant to add another layer of protection for Dizang and the others.

If there is another instance of the Wu Clan expelling Buddhist disciples, then it will not be so easily resolved.

Di Jiang naturally dared not defy, and nodded in agreement.

And then, he said no more.

Di Jiang immediately waved his hand, opened a spatial passage, and brought the people, as well as that solar divine carriage, directly back to the Pangu Holy Hall.

They understood Chen Ku's meaning.

Therefore, this time naturally they must set out from the foot of Mount Buzhou, first go to Mount Sumeru to meet Dizang and the others, then proceed to the underworld.

And this move is precisely to let all beings witness, and revive the majesty of Western Buddhism.

The journey passed in silence.

Not long after, the few people returned to the Pangu Holy Hall.

Zhu Rong also wasted no words, and conveyed Chen Ku's request to Qiangliang, Xu Shou, She Bi Shi, and the other three great ancestral witches.

When they originally stormed the underworld, they were precisely the remaining three.

"What? Let us pull the cart for Dizang?!"

"How dare Chen Ku be so arrogant?!"

At first, upon hearing the demand that the five great ancestral witches pull the cart, Qiangliang's eyes widened in fury, unable to contain his anger.

As an ancestral witch, when has he ever suffered such humiliation?!

However, as fellow ancestral witches, Zhu Rong and Gonggong also understood the dispositions of the others.

Gonggong continued speaking, saying:

"Fellow brothers, our Wu Clan has always dared to act and bear responsibility, never shying away."

"Moreover, earlier it was also we who misunderstood Chen Ku and the others; if it weren't for them, Xingtian's brother might have already perished."

"Our reason for agreeing is, first, to repay the karmic debt from before, and second, to repay Chen Ku's kindness in saving Xingtian's brother."

Gonggong spoke solemnly, revealing the existence of the Slayer Witch Sword, and all that Chen Ku and the others had done to secretly protect Xingtian's safety, and so on, in full, informing Qiangliang and the other two.

Indeed!

This time, the three fell silent as well.

They did not expect that behind this matter lay so many unknown secrets.

Of course, most importantly, they also could not help but admit that letting the Wu Clan replace Dizang and the others to manage underworld affairs is indeed a foul idea.

To make amends now is what benefits the Wu Clan.

After a long silence, finally, She Bi Shi, the ancestral witch of weather, spoke.

"Since Gonggong and Elder Brother Zhu Rong have already agreed, and we indeed are at fault first."

"Then there is no need for more words, just do it!"

"Our Wu Clan acts with integrity, dares to act and bear responsibility, which is far superior to those petty villains who scheme in the dark, dare to act but dare not admit it."

She Bi Shi's words were concise and decisive, without hesitation.

If you're wrong, you must admit it; if you get hit, you must stand at attention!

Such is the nature of the Wu Clan, and indeed they surpass countless beings in the world.

No need for many words; by this point, Gonggong, Zhurong, Rushou, Qiangliang, Shebi Shi, and finally Xingtian have already reached a consensus.

Several people immediately set out.

This time, Emperor Jiang also did not assist the few with spatial law empowerment.

"Brothers, this time you must proceed step by step toward Mount Sumeru."

"If you use spatial divine powers, you'll likely earn the reputation of insincerity."

Emperor Jiang said this, considering the matter quite thoroughly.

Admitting fault naturally means taking one step at a time, which shows greater sincerity and can leave a better impression on the Buddhist crowd.

Zhurong and the others naturally understood the deeper meaning, so they said nothing more.

Thus, on this day, a strange scene emerged.

The six ancestral Wu appeared together, their figures towering, muscles knotted like dragons.

They jointly erected the solar divine chariot, mighty and grand, charging through the primordial heavens and earth.

This sight drew countless cultivators to glance sideways, doubtful and uncertain.

These Wu Clan brutes actually know how to save face?!

However, upon closer inspection, there was no one inside the divine chariot.

All beings became even more doubtful and uncertain, utterly bewildered.

Such doubt, however, did not last long.

Finally, Zhurong and the others arrived at Mount Sumeru and immediately shouted:

"We ancestral Wu have come specially to welcome Daoist friends like Ksitigarbha, to proceed and take charge of the underworld!"