Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years

Chapter 324 - 318: Cloud Sword and Eight-Treasure Water Tower [Fourth Update, Please Subscribe]_1

Sha Chen’s phantom appeared once again. He looked at Fairy Yunlou, his gaze sweeping across her waist. Then he coughed and said, "Does King Li truly wish to turn hostility into friendship with me?"Fairy Yunlou was not at all surprised by Sha Chen’s reappearance; she even smiled slightly. The Three Holy Mother and others were stunned. Wasn’t Sha Chen unwilling to appear? Wasn’t he very angry? So why did he suddenly show up?

Fairy Yunlou said, "Of course. My father has always felt apologetic towards you, General. However, due to his special status, if he were to come and apologize in person, it would inevitably provide fodder for gossip. Therefore, he sent me to apologize to you instead."

Sha Chen said, "Forget the apology. Bring out the compensation."

He extended his hand, a gleam flashing in his eyes. Li Jing not apologizing didn’t bother him in the least, but if Li Jing were to offer compensation, that he cared about.There were things to receive.And they were none other than one hundred first-class Immortal Elixirs, three hundred second-grade Immortal Medicines, along with various other Immortal Pills and Spiritual Medicines.Such an extensive compensation showed sincere goodwill.Sha Chen was very satisfied.

However, as he extended his hand, Fairy Yunlou did not present the compensation directly. Instead, she expressed a desire to enter the Flowing Sand River.

"General, may I enter the Flowing Sand River? Don’t get me wrong; I simply wish to have a drink with you and offer my apology in person," she said.

Sha Chen replied, "If you want to apologize, just apologize. There’s no need to enter the Flowing Sand River."

Fairy Yunlou felt somewhat displeased. However, from her inquiries, she knew that Sha Chen indeed disliked allowing others into his Flowing Sand River Cave. Only a very few people had been inside.Even Yang Jian had to trick his way in.

Fairy Yunlou persisted, "General, if I cannot apologize face to face, it won’t reflect the sincerity of the Li Family. Moreover, I am here on orders, with matters to discuss. With so many prying ears outside, it’s better to discuss matters inside, or you could come out instead. How about that?"

"You are given the following options upon discovering that the host, Fairy Yunlou, is pleading for passage into the Flowing Sand River."

"Option One: Agree to let Fairy Yunlou enter. You will receive the reward [Cloud Sword], a powerful magical flying sword obtained by Fairy Yunlou from the Golden Immortal Yun Zhong Zi of the Chan Sect, second only to the Giant Que Sword."

"Option Two: Refuse Fairy Yunlou entrance, and instead, you will receive the reward [Eight-Treasure Water Tower], a water tower crafted by Lord Yuan Shi from an Ancestral Witch’s arm bone, containing infinite water force, capable of holding mountains and rivers, with a spring of Eight-Treasure Spiritual Water to cleanse the soul."

Sha Chen saw the options and made his decision without needing to see what the rewards were; he would definitely not allow Yunlou into the cavern. After all, he could turn hostility with Li Jing into friendship, not pursuing Li Jing’s responsibility because it didn’t matter to him, since he wouldn’t be going out anyway.However, he would not cooperate with Li Jing. As for those related to Li Jing, Yunlou was no exception; even Nezha wouldn’t be allowed into his cavern.

Sha Chen could see that Fairy Yunlou didn’t seem to be on the same page as her father and brothers, but who knew whether she would disclose what was inside the cavern?Unless necessary, Sha Chen wouldn’t allow Yunlou to enter.If there was ever a need to deceive the Li Family, he would let Yunlou in, but for now, that was out of the question.To show up here, offer some items, and expect to enter his cavern was wishful thinking.Compensation for the apology was just that, and if one tried to overstep, they couldn’t blame him for being inhospitable.

Sha Chen said, "Fairy Yunlou, if you wish to apologize, then simply do so. If you want to offer compensation, then do it. If you’re not here to provide compensation and apologize, then please leave promptly. Thinking of entering the Flowing Sand River is out of the question. The issues between your esteemed father and brothers and me cannot be resolved so easily."

Fairy Yunlou grew anxious. "But without going in, there are many things I’m unable to say."

Sha Chen snorted with laughter. "Whatever your father and brothers instructed you to say, you can communicate through a voice transmission. In fact, even if you don’t speak, I already have a general idea."

Yunlou was stunned for a long time, a hint of despondency in her eyes. Then there was silence. She was about to send a voice transmission when Sha Chen suddenly interrupted her, "If you wish to speak with me, offer your compensation and apology first."

Fairy Yunlou was furious, but she had no choice but to heed Sha Chen’s words, although she felt like crying. She felt aggrieved.It was her father and brothers who were in the wrong, not her. She had believed that her relationship with Sha Chen had been quite good, only to now face such a rift.Sha Chen’s disregard for her caused her great sorrow.She wanted to be angry but was afraid that Sha Chen would ignore her; she wanted to act spoiled, but realized that wasn’t becoming of her.She simply wasn’t that type of woman.

After hesitating for a moment, Fairy Yunlou decided to present the items for compensation first. By showing sincerity, she would be able to gain Sha Chen’s trust.

She took out several Qiankun Bags and tossed them to Sha Chen. Afterward, she said, "These contain the Li Family’s compensation. I hope you can be magnanimous, General, and not take my father and brother too seriously. In fact, my Li Family is also compelled by circumstances, and regarding previous offenses, we have paid the price. Please, General, let bygones be bygones."

Having said that, she bowed deeply.

Sha Chen took the Qiankun Bags, peeked inside, and his eyes lit up. He coughed and promptly put them away. The compensation was indeed made in good faith.The resources were as Fairy Yunlou claimed, truly substantial.It did indeed make Sha Chen see the sincerity of the Li Jing family—they truly wished to apologize wholeheartedly.

Perhaps the Li Family had come to regret their failed conspiracy against Sha Chen.After their attempt at using force proved futile and instead caused them to lose the Jade Emperor’s trust, they began to fear Sha Chen.Later, Sha Chen grew stronger and was even able to hold his own against Yang Jian, which made the Li Family aware of his strength and the danger he posed.After much deliberation, the Li Family finally faced reality. Especially under the earnest persuasion of Nezha, they all recognized that Sha Chen was not to be trifled with.Even though Jinzha and Muzha had no desire to contact Sha Chen or apologize, Li Jing decided to apologize for the sake of the bigger picture.It was evident that Sha Chen had become so powerful that he was beyond the control of the Li Family. If they didn’t apologize, it would backfire on them, whether Sha Chen continued to do as he pleased or joined Buddhism.The Li Family, renowned in the Heavenly Realm for their opportunism, was well-prepared to make amends.Knowing some things about Sha Chen, and understanding that his cultivation in the Flowing Sand River must mean he lived a life of scarcity, they planned to apologize with a substantial offering.But Li Jing could never personally apologize, as it would be a complete loss of face for him and diminish his authority in the Heavenly Court.It would also affect his trustworthiness in the eyes of the Jade Emperor.It was best to send Fairy Yunlou as his proxy.

Sha Chen put away his Qiankun Bags and waved his hand, saying, "Alright, Fairy Yunlou, I have felt the sincerity of the Li Family; it is indeed a substantial effort. Go back and tell Li Jing that I forgive him."

He then sent Fairy Yunlou on her way.

Fairy Yunlou was stunned and puzzled. "General, did you not say that you would listen to me after accepting the compensation? I haven’t even spoken yet! Why are you sending me away?"

Sha Chen replied, "Fine, I’m a man of my word. Speak."

Fairy Yunlou quickly relayed Li Jing’s intention to reconcile with Sha Chen and even expressed his desire to win him over. Her cheeks reddened as she hinted to Sha Chen that her father, Li Jing, wished to further resolve their differences through a marriage alliance. The choice for this union was, of course, her, Li Zhenying, and Sha Chen.

Sha Chen heard her out, in one ear and out the other. Then he said, "Are you done? If so, you can go back."

Fairy Yunlou paused. "General, did you not hear what I said?"

Sha Chen replied, "I heard you."

Fairy Yunlou said, "Don’t you have any thoughts or reactions? My father, he... he... he wants us to—well, you know, and then..."

Sha Chen, digging at his ear, retorted, "Tell Li Jing to forget it. I’m not pursuing him for what happened before, and that’s already generous. He wants to marry his daughter to me? He expects to become my father-in-law?"

"PAH!" Sha Chen looked disdainful.

Fairy Yunlou felt humiliated and turned indignant. "Sha Chen, you are going too far! How am I unworthy of you? I am the high and mighty Li Zhenying of Yunlou Palace, a female official conferred by the Jade Emperor. I have even been taken in by the Queen of the West. How superior I stand! What right do you have to look down on me?!"

She roared angrily, completely different from the demure girl from before. Indeed, this was the real her: arrogant and assertive.

Sha Chen was taken aback by Fairy Yunlou’s vehement reaction. Nonetheless, his stance remained unchanged. "You’re right. You are high above, and your Li Family is out of my league. So please, go back. I will not marry you. You are a woman, and you will only slow down my cultivation rate."

Fairy Yunlou was incensed. "How beautiful I am! I’m not yet a thousand years old, with the cultivation level of a Greater Primordial Golden Immortal! I come from a distinguished family and was taught by a renowned master! What grounds do you have to look down on me, to refuse to marry me?" The most update n0vels are published on Nov3lFɪre.ɴet

As she spoke, she began to cry.

Sha Chen said, "I’ve told you, I’m not worthy of you. Is that enough?"

Fairy Yunlou said, "Then I’ll shed all this splendor and grandeur to stay by your side, to grow old together. You’ll farm, I’ll weave, through thick and thin."

Sha Chen rolled his eyes. This woman must be out of her mind. Me, farming by myself and having all the food to myself—isn’t that great? Adding you in, I’d starve to death. What’s the use of weaving? I don’t keep cicadas; where would the silk come from for you to weave? Is that how you test a man? Which man couldn’t withstand such a trial?

Impatient, Sha Chen waved her away as if shooing a fly, urging Fairy Yunlou to leave quickly, as he was not going to marry her. Fairy Yunlou left, sniveling and cursing Sha Chen as a heartbreaker.

Sha Chen was speechless. He had done nothing! It was all just the wishful thinking of Li Jing and Fairy Yunlou—how could he be branded a heartbreaker?

Three Holy Mother and her party watched in amazement. Wasn’t she supposed to be the protagonist today? Wasn’t it about resolving the issue of her entering the Flowing Sand River Cave to have a detailed discussion with Sha Chen? How did it turn into Li Zhenying forcing a marriage, and Sha Chen refusing?They were bewildered.

Three Holy Mother quickly went to comfort Fairy Yunlou, then addressed Sha Chen, "General Sha Chen, is it really appropriate how you treat a girl?"

Sha Chen countered, "So, should I marry her?"

Three Holy Mother suddenly faltered, unsure of how to respond. Then she said, "Let’s not speak of that. Can you tell me the truth about why my Second Brother is in seclusion and won’t see my mother?"

Sha Chen replied, "I have told you, it’s none of my business."

With that, he was about to disappear.

Three Holy Mother said in haste, "If you tell me, I will definitely reward you generously!"

Sha Chen grinned. "Why didn’t you show this understanding earlier?"