Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

Long Eyebrow widened his eyes in shock as he looked at Jiang Liu, clearly taken aback by the sudden news Jiang Liu had revealed to him.

However, seeing Jiang Liu's calm and sincere gaze upon him, Long Eyebrow understood that what Jiang Liu said was indeed true.

After the initial shock subsided, Long Eyebrow collected his thoughts and began to ponder internally, soon coming to a realization.

No wonder, after knowing my situation, Xuanzang suggested I stay with the Ming Sect. So, this is the true purpose of the Ming Sect!

Initially, Long Eyebrow believed that Xuanzang's suggestion for him to go to the Ming Sect was because the Ming Sect was also a Great Teaching, and perhaps, the Saint Sect Master Tongtian was backing it. Thus, if he could hide within the Ming Sect, neither the Jade Emperor nor the Empress would dare seek revenge, and the Ming Sect could ensure his safety.

But now, Long Eyebrow fully understood that the core reason was that he and the Ming Sect shared the same goal!

Watching Long Eyebrow's thoughtful expression, Jiang Liu didn't interrupt but quietly observed, allowing him to think deeply.

After a brief silence, Long Eyebrow focused his gaze on Jiang Liu and said, "Master, by revealing the ultimate purpose of the Ming Sect to me today, you leave me with no choice to refuse!"

Yes, at this point, knowing even the purpose of the Ming Sect, how could he not join them?

This true purpose, does it not concern the very core secret of the Ming Sect?

At Long Eyebrow's words, Jiang Liu smiled slightly.

Indeed, revealing the Ming Sect's secret of overthrowing all Immortals and Buddhas to Long Eyebrow True Man, in a way, really left him with no retreat.

After all, now that he's aware of the Ming Sect's true purpose, could Long Eyebrow True Man still have any option to retreat?

Of course, Jiang Liu couldn't really admit this, so he waved his hand, saying, "Sorry, True Man, consider what I said earlier a slip of the tongue, don't take it to heart. Whether you're willing to go to the Ming Sect or not is entirely up to your personal will, do not feel any pressure!"

"If I agree to go, that would be ideal, but what if I refuse?" asked Long Eyebrow True Man, tilting his head slightly to look at Jiang Liu.

"Indeed, agreeing is the best, but if you refuse, I won't force you. I will help you forget this secret!" Jiang Liu nodded slightly in response to Long Eyebrow True Man's inquiry.

But, hearing Jiang Liu's words, and seeing the exaggeratedly styled Thunder Halberd in Jiang Liu's hand, Long Eyebrow True Man suddenly came to a realization.

No wonder, upon returning this time, Master Xuanzang replaced the seemingly peaceful Lotus with a frighteningly exaggerated Great Halberd.

So this is the reason...

"Master, look at my Jingu Bang, it's much stronger than before! I really like it a lot!" Meanwhile, Sun Wukong, seemingly understanding Jiang Liu's intention, cooperatively took out the Jingu Bang from his ear and asked Jiang Liu.

"Master! Do you think my Supreme Treasure Golden Rake needs maintenance? It hasn't been shining lately!" As Sun Wukong finished speaking, Zhu Bajie caught on and brought out his Nine-Toothed Rake.

Compared to Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie, Sha Wujing usually remained silent, so following his two senior brothers, Sha Wujing silently raised his hand.

Then, he brought out his equally exaggerated and formidable looking Flame Demon Battle Axe.

Following suit, Little White Dragon and White Mouse Demon quietly took out their weapons as well.

Seeing them all showcasing their weapons, even without any threatening words, the actions themselves were very evident to Long Eyebrow True Man.

Help me forget the secret? How?

By killing me, they naturally help me forget?

Sun Wukong and the others' actions, in a way, carried a sense of threat, which Jiang Liu clearly understood.

In truth, Jiang Liu had no intention of threatening Long Eyebrow.

However, Jiang Liu, opening his mouth, said nothing further, nor did he instruct them to put their weapons away.

"Master, it was just a joke..."

In this scenario, Long Eyebrow True Man naturally knew how to choose, immediately putting on a bright smile.

The situation pressed him into a strong stance, but did he have any choice?

Besides, truthfully, since the Ming Sect aims to overthrow all Immortals and Buddhas, wouldn't we share the same enemy?

Then there's nothing wrong with joining the Ming Sect, having a force to rely on is better than working independently.

"Hmm, this humble monk understands that the True Man was joking!" Jiang Liu nodded slightly in reply to Long Eyebrow True Man's words.

His choice didn't surprise Jiang Liu at all. After all, in terms of both sentiment and reason, Long Eyebrow True Man had no reason to refuse.

If Jiang Liu had no confidence, it would be impossible for him to casually divulge the core secret of the Ming Sect to Long Eyebrow True Man.

Saying this, after Long Eyebrow True Man expressed his stance, naturally, this matter came to an end. Sun Wukong and the others silently put away their weapons.

"Anyway, you joining the Ming Sect is a win-win situation for both you and the Ming Sect. This is wonderful."

"To celebrate your resurrection, recovery from your injuries, let's have a proper hotpot feast today as a celebration!"

After Long Eyebrow True Man nodded and agreed to join the Ming Sect, Jiang Liu smiled and said to him.

Considering the grudge between Long Eyebrow True Man and the Empress, Jiang Liu also knew that Long Eyebrow True Man was a vengeful person. Although he recruited him into the Ming Sect with both sentiment and reason, and even has a life-saving grace of resurrection, it's hard to guarantee Long Eyebrow doesn't hold a grudge over the recent "threat."

So if possible, Jiang Liu certainly wanted to eliminate this little grudge.

And having hotpot is a good choice. For one, eating together indeed bridges relationships, and secondly, most importantly, the Taiji Yin-Yang Pot itself has the effect of heartfelt bonding.

"Hehehe, great, having hotpot is great!" Following Jiang Liu's suggestion, Zhu Bajie and the others naturally nodded in agreement one by one.

Then, they quickly got busy, each very familiar with the setup. Soon, the Taiji Yin-Yang Pot was set up, and the soup base in the pot was almost ready.

The preparation of ingredients was also gradually completed.

Jiang Liu, Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, Sha Wujing, Little White Dragon, White Mouse Demon, and Long Eyebrow True Man, a total of seven people, sat around together for the hotpot. The atmosphere was very harmonious indeed.

With cups exchanged and the invisible effect of the Taiji Yin-Yang Pot, soon the relationship between Jiang Liu's group and Long Eyebrow True Man became harmonious, as if they were old friends.

Of course, the White Mouse Demon sat beside Jiang Liu, constantly pouring wine and picking dishes for him, showing a considerate demeanor.

For the White Mouse Demon, being able to sit and dine with Holy Monk Xuanzang as a maiden, from a certain perspective, meant that Holy Monk Xuanzang didn't treat her as an outsider or as a servant.

This was naturally something to be very happy about.

This seemed to indicate that, to some extent, her relationship with Holy Monk Xuanzang was becoming closer?

Naturally, after eating the hotpot, taking advantage of the harmonious and close relationship, the seven people split into two teams to play Mahjong and Fight the Landlord, having a great time.

Staying in the Long Eyebrow Temple, Jiang Liu and his party seemed to have taken a detour on their Journey to the West, spending three days in indulgence before parting ways.

"Master, I'll head to the Ming Sect. There surely will be many opportunities to meet again in the future!" Long Eyebrow True Man said goodbye to Jiang Liu and others.

Seeing how Jiang Liu wholeheartedly suggested he join the Ming Sect, Long Eyebrow True Man understood that the relationship between Jiang Liu and the Ming Sect was far closer than he imagined.

"Hmm, there will indeed be plenty of opportunities to meet in the future!" Jiang Liu nodded in agreement with Long Eyebrow True Man.

After saying goodbye, Long Eyebrow True Man retracted his portable Taoist temple, then turned around and left, his form transforming into a streak of light, quickly disappearing into the sky in the direction of Flame Cloud Entertainment City.

As for Jiang Liu? He stayed behind to observe the people of Fengmen Village building the temple.

Notification, task "Subdue Long Eyebrow" completed, gained Experience Points 2.2 billion, obtained Epic Level Treasure Chest*1.

Shortly after Long Eyebrow left, the system notification sounded in Jiang Liu's mind.

Hearing this, Jiang Liu's face showed a joyful expression.

The previous 1.8 billion plus the current 2.2 billion, the two tasks have given him 4 billion Experience Points, which is quite good.

For his current self, completing tasks seems to be the fastest way to level up?

The Experience Points gained from running dungeons and killing monsters are getting increasingly low, right?

After all, the overall level of the dungeon monsters won't increase along with one's strength.

Shaking his head slightly, Jiang Liu brought his thoughts back and his eyes fell on the Epic Level Treasure Chest.

Opening this chest yielded an Epic Level Thunder Halberd, of very good quality. Who knows what good things the next Epic Level Treasure Chest will yield?

With curiosity in his heart, Jiang Liu wasn't in a hurry to take out the Treasure Chest, but instead pulled out two dice and threw them to the ground.

The two dice spun around and eventually stopped...