Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years

Chapter 344 - 338 Lord Yuan Shi Preaches the Tao [Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets]_1

Sha Chen’s cheeks twitched.What exactly does Chang E mean by that!?

He coughed and said, "Since you’ve met, let me introduce you. Seventh Mother from The Cave of the Silken Web, my sister; Chang E from Guanghan Palace, also my sister."

Both nodded slightly and then, without another word, ran up and clung to Sha Chen’s arms, one on each side.

They glared at each other.

Seventh Mother said, "So you’re also Big Brother’s sister. But I became sworn siblings with Big Brother earlier, so I’m your older sister. Call me ’older sister’ and let’s hear it."

Chang E retorted, "When I was born, your ancestors were probably still eating raw meat and drinking blood. If anyone should be calling someone ’older sister,’ it’s you."

Seventh Mother chuckled. "I see. No wonder I sensed an air of twilight around you. So, you’re that old!"

One hand entwined with Sha Chen’s arm, she leaned her whole body against him, softer than dough on the cutting board.

Her other hand covered her mouth as she chuckled.

Chang E was furious. She was usually aloof and dignified, unaccustomed to such bickering, and definitely no match for Seventh Mother, who was used to fighting and squabbling out in the world.

With just a glare, she said, "Even if I’m old, I’m still Brother’s sister. By calling me old, aren’t you implying he’s old too?"

Seventh Mother hadn’t expected to be countered like that.

After thinking for a moment, she continued to retort.

Chang E didn’t hold back either.

The two went back and forth, a flurry of verbal jabs flying, like a scene from a palace drama.

Sha Chen separated them and said, "That’s enough. If you keep arguing, I’ll throw you both out."

"What’s all this arguing? You’ve been at it for seven minutes already, haven’t you had enough? Damn it, you’re driving me crazy."

Chang E and Seventh Mother immediately fell silent but continued to glare at each other.

Sha Chen said, "Alright, both of you, go out. I can handle the kitchen by myself."

Reluctantly, both of them lingered, each wanting to show the other that Sha Chen loved her the most. But Sha Chen pushed them out, giving them no chance.

As he pushed them out, Sha Chen grabbed Seventh Mother by the scruff of her neck. This made Seventh Mother mistakenly think that Sha Chen wanted to "spar" with her in the kitchen.

So, with a grin, she turned back.

Unexpectedly, Sha Chen held her fast and said, "Didn’t I tell you to cultivate until you reach the Daluo Golden Immortal realm before coming out? Your current cultivation is only at the peak of the Greater Primordial Golden Immortal realm. Why did you run out here?"

Seventh Mother shrank back and said, "Big Brother, I’ve used up all my resources and came out to get some more. Then I saw this woman plotting against you. I came to protect you."

Sha Chen said, "Who told you to give your resources to San Niang? Serves you right for running out. As punishment, you will till the entirety of the Post-Heaven Earth."

Seventh Mother answered, "As you command."

Then Sha Chen threw her out of the kitchen and went back to his work.

The drinks and dishes were ready and served.

Sha Chen noticed Seventh Mother was also seated at the table and asked in surprise, "Is the soil tilled?"

"It’s tilled, and I’ve done it twice over," Seventh Mother replied.

Sha Chen glanced outside. Indeed, it was done. I wouldn’t have guessed this woman is a dab hand at farming. I should get her to farm more in the future; she’d be free labor.

Then he said, "Since you’ve tilled the soil, go back to your cultivation and strive to reach the Daluo Golden Immortal realm soon. What are you doing here?"

Seventh Mother replied, "Big Brother, this woman is no good. I have to watch her so she doesn’t bully you."

Sha Chen thought about it and found her reasoning sound. However, with both of you here, aren’t I in greater danger?

Sha Chen said, "Alright then. Finish eating and then go back to your cultivation. Strive for an early breakthrough. Don’t waste my cultivation resources. Besides, once you break through, I have tasks to assign to you."

Seventh Mother immediately agreed with a cheerful smile.

She glanced at Chang E and sent a telepathic message, "See? Big Brother is so concerned about my cultivation."

Chang E snorted, then turned to Sha Chen and sweetly went to help, arranging the food on the table.

She then personally poured wine for Sha Chen, smiling gently.

"Brother, you’ve worked hard. Have a couple more drinks." Chang E also raised her glass and said, "Little sister will drink with you."

Sha Chen replied, "Alright, let’s all raise our glasses. Don’t stand on ceremony."

The three clinked glasses and began to eat and drink.

Sha Chen asked, "Sister, what made you decide to come down from Guanghan Palace? Was it just to bring me a gift?"

Chang E actually wanted to say yes, but of course, she wouldn’t put it that way.

She answered, "Not really. It’s mainly because many significant events have occurred in the Heavenly Court recently. I was worried that you, being here and out of touch with external affairs, might be at a disadvantage if you were unaware."

Sha Chen nodded and said, "In that case, what has been happening in the Heavenly Court?"

Chang E recounted all the major and minor events in the Heavenly Court, occasionally glancing at Seventh Mother, as if to say, "See? Brother needs me."

Seventh Mother was fuming but could do nothing about it.

She had no connections to the Heavenly Court.

After several rounds of drinks and a wide variety of dishes, Sha Chen had learned about many of the happenings in the Heavenly Court, though most were useless to him.

Few were directly relevant.

However, a few things did pique his interest.

First, the Heavenly Court had dispatched troops to encircle Yang Jian at Guanjiangkou, seemingly pushing him to rebel.

Second, the Dragon Clan seemed to have encountered many troubles recently. The Heavenly Court was displeased with them and had already ordered them to be more restrained; otherwise, they would apprehend any offending Dragon Clan members next time.

Third, Lord Yuan Shi was convening a Dao-lecturing assembly, inviting heroes from all over the world to gather at Kunlun Jade Void for a grand lecture on the Dao.

Other matters were of little consequence.

Sha Chen knew little about the Heavenly Court’s siege of Yang Jian pushing him to rebellion, but he wasn’t overly concerned.

After all, Yang Jian had to take responsibility for his own affairs.

Moreover, Sha Chen knew Yang Jian well. He was powerful and, as a third-generation disciple of a Saint, he wouldn’t face any true mortal danger.

Besides, Yang Jian had already told him about this when he visited before. He had even mentioned that Buddhism was also trying to contact him.

However, Yang Jian paid no heed to Buddhism and merely resisted the Heavenly Court, without resorting to more drastic actions.

As for the Dragon Clan’s issues, Sha Chen frowned, feeling that the situation was not simple. This was because he had sent an avatar to make contact with the Jinghe Dragon King early on, solely because he perceived many things others could not.

He knew many circumstances unknown to others. He knew that the Jade Emperor, to consolidate his position as ruler of the Three Realms, would definitely move against many old, established powers.

The Dragon Kings of the Four Seas and various other Dragon Kings controlled many of the world’s water systems and even lands, wielding far-reaching influence.

Although the Dragon Clan had weakened, an old centipede, though dead, does not stiffen.

A starved camel is still bigger than a horse; they still held considerable power, especially within the Realm of People, where they were almost on par with Saints.

All this stemmed from the time when the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors emerged and contended for supremacy. Yinglong had answered the call, assisting them in conquering the world. Then, he secured status and power for the Dragon Clan.

After so long, the Dragon Clan’s influence in the Realm of People had naturally grown stronger and more robust.

To prevent the Dragon Clan from gaining further control and to centralize his own power, the Jade Emperor naturally sought every means to strip the Dragon Clan of their power and influence. Normally speaking, if having Wei Zheng execute the Jinghe Dragon King was a show of force, then the current actions were like swatting flies—laying the groundwork for the future.

This was to ensure that when the time came to deal with the Jinghe Dragon King, not too many people would jump out to help him.

They were currently accumulating a list of the Dragon Clan’s crimes. When the time came, everyone in the Dragon Clan would be fearing for their own safety, and no one would dare to step forward.

They would be lambs to the slaughter.

Sha Chen felt he didn’t really want to get involved in the Dragon Clan’s affairs. But Chang E had also mentioned Dragon Girl Ao Mengmeng and her brother Ao Lie.

They were both followers of Sha Chen and managed many of his resources, either reselling them externally or collecting resources for him.

For both sentimental and logical reasons, Sha Chen had to help them.

When Chang E mentioned the siblings, she also indicated that the Heavenly Court was very dissatisfied with them and was fabricating charges against them.

Buddhism was also very interested in the siblings and had intervened several times to mediate.

Interestingly, however, when the Heavenly Court condemned the siblings, they themselves never appeared. Thɪs chapter is updated by novel✶fire.net

It was always the Dragon Clan elders who bore the brunt, and when Buddhism intervened, they communicated with these elders.

The Dragon Kings of the Four Seas thus owed Buddhism a favor.

They naturally sensed Buddhism’s intention to win them over and had no objections; in fact, they welcomed it.

Having lived for countless years, the Dragon Clan had long since weakened.

The Heavenly Court’s suppression also placed immense pressure on them.

Buddhism had been very powerful recently, and the Dragon Clan was quite willing to align with them if possible.

It could be said that both parties were willing—the man was interested, and the maiden was compliant.

But Sha Chen didn’t want to see the Dragon Clan get too close to Buddhism; otherwise, he wouldn’t have bothered contacting the Jinghe Dragon King in the first place.

Furthermore, if Buddhism truly allied with the Dragon Clan, the Dragon Clan would inevitably have to hand over Ao Mengmeng and Ao Lie.

Those two siblings knew many of Sha Chen’s secrets and had been nurtured with considerable effort by him.

They were a crucial part of Sha Chen’s strategy against Buddhism. If Buddhism easily plucked this fruit, Sha Chen would definitely be spitting blood.

Sha Chen murmured, "I need to pay close attention to the Dragon Clan’s situation. The Jinghe Dragon King really is patient. I showed him the path and gave him so many hints back then, yet he still hasn’t come to find me."

"Could it be that he’s been waiting for me to seek him out?"

Chang E, puzzled, asked, "Brother, what are you talking about?"

Sha Chen replied, "It’s nothing. I was just thinking about various matters concerning the Dragon Clan. I have a good relationship with Ao Lie and Dragon Girl Ao Mengmeng. I fear the siblings have been targeted by Buddhism."

"If you get a chance to see them, tell them to be wary of Buddhism’s schemes."

Chang E nodded, a warmth spreading in her heart. He even told me about his followers! That’s how much he trusts me.

Sha Chen added, "You said Lord Yuan Shi is going to give a lecture?"

Chang E nodded. "Yes, Brother. Do you want to go out and hear his lecture?"

Sha Chen shook his head. "Better not. It’s a long and arduous journey. What if I die on the way?"

Chang E’s cheeks twitched.

Seventh Mother said, "Big Brother’s Dao is also quite formidable, hardly beneath a Saint’s. Does he really need to listen to a Saint’s lecture?"

Sha Chen stroked his chin, thinking. Actually, he really wanted to go.

He had heard the Dao from Laozi and Tongtian Hierarch, but he had not yet heard Lord Yuan Shi’s Dao.

However, he just wanted to hear the Dao; going out was definitely not an option.

It was too dangerous.

And he also didn’t want to meet Lord Yuan Shi. After all, many things he possessed were connected to Lord Yuan Shi.

I’m trying my best to avoid him, and they expect me to go see him?!