Rebirth in Journey to the West: Sun Wukong

"Hahaha! Nether River Old Ghost, Wukong was right, you cannot torment him, and he cannot torment you either, so why continue this battle? In my opinion, you should open up the Sea of Blood, let him go, and earn some goodwill. Wouldn't that be better? If you want to fight, I'll fight with you, how about that?"

A light laughter suddenly came from outside the Boundless Blood Sea, followed by a strange force prying open a gap in the Blood Sea. A silhouette entered step by step from outside the Boundless Blood Sea, pushing back the turbulent Blood Sea waves wherever he passed—who else could it be but the Yama Heavenly Son?

"Yama Old Ghost, instead of cultivating in your Nether Palace, why do you meddle in this old ancestor's business? Are you that bored or what?"

Nether River Old Ancestor was quite speechless, his expression was like someone with constipation, and within the whole Netherworld, there was only Yama Heavenly Son whom he had reason to fear!

In the past, Nether River Old Ancestor had a chance to capture Sun Wukong, but because Yama Heavenly Son intervened, he was forced to retreat back into the Boundless Blood Sea. His Blood God Avatar also suffered considerable damage, but fortunately, with the support of the Boundless Blood Sea, he recovered quickly.

Because he suffered a setback at the hands of Yama Heavenly Son, Nether River Old Ancestor made a resolved decision to seal himself and train in seclusion deep within the Boundless Blood Sea, swearing not to step out of the Blood Sea until his cultivation had advanced.

Centuries passed, and the Third Boundless Cataclysm was approaching. The Heavenly Dao Laws changed, reducing the restrictions on the Saintly positions. Nether River Old Ancestor made significant progress, slaying the Good Corpse, Evil Corpse, and Desire Corpse, reaching the Sub-Saint Realm. He broke out of his seclusion excited to display his divine might, but was once again blocked by Yama Heavenly Son.

After not meeting for several centuries, Yama Heavenly Son had also slain his Three Corpses and reached the Sub-Saint Realm. His handling of the Slicer of Heavenly Wheels became even more unfathomably mystical. After several battles, Nether River Old Ancestor couldn't gain any advantage over him; let alone displaying his might in the Netherworld, he couldn't even step out of Hell's Yellow Springs, and had to repeatedly engage in fierce battles with Yama Heavenly Son within it.

After several indecisive battles, Nether River Old Ancestor became fed up and simply continued his training within the Blood Sea of Hell's Yellow Springs, quietly waiting for the Third Boundless Cataclysm to arrive. If it hadn't been for Sun Wukong coming to Hell's Yellow Springs this time and killing many of the Asura Tribe's soldiers, he wouldn't have come out of the Boundless Blood Sea.

Nether River Old Ancestor, having withdrawn into the Boundless Blood Sea, made no move, and Yama Heavenly Son wouldn't foolishly charge directly into the Blood Sea to seek trouble either. Instead, he retreated back to the Nether Palace, where he built and resided in the Nether Palace, also waiting for the Third Boundless Cataclysm to arrive in order to break through the shackles and Prove the Tao and Become a Saint. It was only because the Yama King came to inform him about Sun Wukong that he even paid attention to the power fluctuations within Hell's Yellow Springs, not to mention rushing over in haste!

"Nether River, you old ghost are just as idle, not quietly cultivating in your Boundless Blood Sea, but coming out to meddle with young brother Wukong, hindering his important affairs. Be careful, in a fit of rage, he might just uproot your entire Asura clan!"

Despite Nether River Old Ancestor's scolding, Yama Heavenly Son seemed unconcerned, still wearing a playful smile as he pointed at Sun Wukong and spoke.

"Important affairs? What important affairs could this kid have?"

Nether River Old Ancestor snorted, glancing sideways at Sun Wukong, "Strength grows fastest through endless battle; this old ancestor is just helping this kid!"

"That's in normal times, not during such critical moments!"

Yama Heavenly Son scoffed and said, "The Jade Emperor has dispatched a million-strong army to besiege Flower-Fruit Mountain; Nether River Old Ghost, you must have heard about it, right? The most urgent matter for young brother Wukong now is to return to Flower-Fruit Mountain as quickly as possible. That is where his roots lie. If you keep him here, should anything happen to Flower-Fruit Mountain... well, hehe, old ghost, you will never have peace!"

"This…"

Nether River Ancestor furrowed his brow. Indeed, the Heavenly Court's army was besieging Flower-Fruit Mountain; the urgent matter Sun Wukong referred to must be about rushing back to help. Indeed, it was inappropriate for him to keep the youngster here!

Yama Heavenly Son was right; Flower-Fruit Mountain was Sun Wukong's base. It was evident that Sun Wukong valued it highly. If his delay resulted in Sun Wukong not being able to return in time and allowed the Heavenly Court to break through, Sun Wukong would definitely hold him accountable!

With this monkey's temperament, he might resort to extreme measures of revenge in the future. Although he himself was unfazed, having the Boundless Blood Sea by his side, others of the Asura Tribe couldn't withstand Sun Wukong. If this youngster truly set his heart on revenge, it might even lead to the entire Asura Tribe being annihilated!

The Asura Tribe was his foundation for proving the Tao and becoming a Saint; he couldn't let it be destroyed like that!

In the blink of an eye, Nether River Ancestor made a decision. With a thought, the Boundless Blood Sea suddenly retreated, and the Blood Sea Domain also retracted, restoring clarity around him.

"Nether River old ghost, do you really think you need to remind this old ancestor?"

Rolling his eyes at Yama Heavenly Son, Nether River Ancestor cleared his throat and chuckled towards Sun Wukong, "Young Sun, this old ancestor only sparred with you because I was pleased to see your rapid progress in cultivation; there was no ill intention! Since you have urgent matters to attend to, this old ancestor will no longer detain you. You may go!"

"Spar? You old ghost clearly wanted my life; you just didn't have the means, and yet you make it sound so nice!"

Internally, Sun Wukong silently criticized, though he did not voice these thoughts. A person needs to save face as a tree needs bark. Nether River Ancestor seemed like someone who cared about appearances; saying that outright could provoke him into clinging irrationally in fury. Escaping then would certainly be difficult! Stay connected with My Virtual Library Empire

Better to take what's offered and leave. He'd take Nether River Ancestor's favor and talk of leaving the Netherworld for now!

"Many thanks, old ancestor, for your understanding. When I am free, I shall come and visit you again!"

Sun Wukong bowed to Nether River Ancestor, then turned and saluted Yama Heavenly Son. Without delay, he rose into the clouds and flew towards the exterior of Hell's Yellow Springs.

"Tell me, Yama old ghost, were you here the whole time, hiding and watching the battle, just waiting to laugh at this old ancestor?"

As Sun Wukong's figure disappeared into the horizon, Nether River Ancestor turned his gaze toward Yama Heavenly Son. His expression suddenly became stern, and with a disgruntled snort, he asked. He had a faint feeling of being watched while executing the Blood Sea Domain—it must have been Yama Heavenly Son.

This bastard, knowing Sun Wukong had urgent matters yet not intervening earlier, just waited to see him embarrassed—how detestable!