Great Demon Sun Wukong

Once the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent emerges, the world is doomed. And now, the time is ripe. In just another quarter of an hour, Xi Zhao must defeat Sun Wukong and then, along with Ling Weiyang and their subordinates, leave through the spatial passage that the Spirit Controller has long prepared for them. As soon as the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent is completely born, even if the seven Law Enforcers come together, they will not be able to prevent the destruction of the Patrolling Celestial World. This is not because the seven Law Enforcers are not a match for the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent, but rather, once the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent fully appears, this part of the Patrolling Celestial World will be directly pronounced as destroyed by the Cosmic Rules.

A world condemned to destruction by the Cosmic Rules is already forsaken. Before the Patrolling Celestial World is completely destroyed, no one can kill the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent, nor can they prevent the world's destruction. However, after the Patrolling Celestial World is utterly obliterated, the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent will no longer be protected by the Cosmic Rules. At that time, perhaps the seven Law Enforcers working together might be able to kill the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent, but that would merely be closing the barn door after the sheep have all perished.

With the destruction of the Patrolling Celestial World, the Power of Destruction of the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent will obliterate everything within, including the entire Underworld God Army. Without the Spiritual Power provided by the Underworld God Army, the seven Law Enforcers will quickly be ousted from this universe. Unless they are willing to lower their strength to that of the Domain Lord Peak, there is absolutely no chance that they can continue to exist. However, if they reduce their strength to that of Domain Lord Peak, the collective strength of seven at Domain Lord Peak could be completely subdued, not to mention by a Spirit Controller, then even the Myriad Demons Country could vanquish them easily.

Even though Bai Zhaoju of the Myriad Demons Country died, there are still the four Fang Spirit Beasts and the four Great Emperors including Ling Weiyang. These eight individuals have the capability to battle the Law Enforcers whose strength has been reduced. Even if they do not prevail, relying on sheer numbers could certainly exhaust them to death. Once those seven perish, Ling Weiyang and Xi Zhao will be able to become the new Heavenly Venerates.

The plan of Xi Zhao is undeniably merciless, a success would bring about revolutionary changes to the universe, but regardless, Xi Zhao and Ling Weiyang will have perfectly achieved their goals. However, what concerns Xi Zhao, Ling Weiyang, and the Spirit Controller, is the presence of a third force within this universe. Although there is no evidence to prove the existence of a force apart from the Six Great Divine Nations and the eight Law Enforcers, many hints suggest their subtle traces behind numerous events.

For example, the disappearance of the Pioneer's physical body has nothing to do with the Spirit Controller, who was completely unaware. But the Pioneer's body would not have vanished without reason, and the person behind it must be a force with mighty power that has always been hidden in the shadows. Additionally, Sha Wujing's sudden disappearance within the Pangu Realm, and then his sudden appearance in the Ancient Primordial World with the Ultimate Water number eight. How did Master Tongtian come to possess the Burning Fire number nine? There is definitely a hidden story. It's unfortunate that Tongtian is dead, and Sha Wujing has completely lost his memory of this part.

Furthermore, during the Six Kingdoms War, the mysterious person who suddenly appeared and aided the Six-Eared Macaque claimed to possess strength not inferior to the Heavenly Patroller. What level of strength is the Heavenly Patroller? He is a Heavenly Venerate, and also the strongest among the Law Enforcers. The mysterious person claimed that their strength was not inferior to the Heavenly Patroller's, insinuating that they too possessed the power of a Heavenly Venerate. Numerous signs indicate that there is definitely another force that has been hidden in the shadows, pushing things from behind, and facilitating the development of many events.

Especially before, Zijing's actions clearly suggested possession by a mighty being; otherwise, how could Zijing, who wasn't even at the Level of Domain Lord, have been able to kill Ling Weiyang's Doppelganger with mere fists and feet? But who could have possessed Zijing? These matters are not as simple as they seem on the surface. Therefore, Xi Zhao and others are quite vigilant concerning this third-party force.

Nevertheless, the arrow is now on the bowstring and they must send it off, Xi Zhao has already released the Control Technique over the Annihilation Nine-Headed Serpent, and in a quarter of an hour, it will fully awake. By then, everything will have been settled.

Looking at Sun Wukong, Xi Zhao is somewhat conflicted in his heart. He truly regards Sun Wukong as a brother-in-arms, but unfortunately, their divergent paths do not allow them to scheme for the same cause; their steadfast convictions have destined them to become mortal enemies. Xi Zhao wants true freedom, so he needs to kill the eight Law Enforcers. But to do that, he needs to destroy the Patrolling Celestial World. This will result in the death of everyone in the Patrolling Celestial World. As for Sun Wukong, he has only one desire – protection.

"Sun Wukong, there's only a quarter of an hour left. In a quarter of an hour, the Patrolling Celestial World will be finished. By then, you'll all be accompanying it in its downfall. To tell you the truth, I have always treated you like a brother. Sun Wukong, I think you should already know what I am doing this for. Are you truly content to be forever oppressed by those so-called Law Enforcers? Don't you want to obtain true freedom?" Xi Zhao's voice at this moment was filled with passion and indignation. He simply couldn't understand why Sun Wukong just couldn't grasp the reasoning behind his actions.

"The freedom you speak of, I long for it too. But I don't see any difference here. Today, you think that the Law Enforcers are a mountain blocking your path, but in the future, someone else will see you as another mountain, and they will try to topple it just like you are doing today. Therefore, what you are doing is nothing more than reenacting a tragedy. Xi Zhao, come to your senses, your approach is wrong."

"Heh heh, it seems we truly have nothing more to talk about. Let's get on with it, Sun Wukong. Today, you will show me what the end of the Supreme Path looks like." Having said that, Xi Zhao took steps forward towards Sun Wukong. Sun Wukong didn't say anything more for at this moment, words could no longer change the will of either man. Now, only battle.

Dragging the Jingu Bang behind him, Sun Wukong also walked slowly towards Xi Zhao. Soon, the two were face to face. Looking into each other's eyes, they both saw their own reflection in the other's gaze. Xi Zhao was Sun Wukong from times long past, the unyielding rebel who wanted to stand above all living beings, the Demon Monkey Sun Wukong. Yet now, Sun Wukong no longer thought that way. Though he still esteemed freedom above life itself, he knew what true freedom was.

Sun Wukong didn't like the idea of being eternally oppressed by the so-called Law Enforcers either, but through conversations at Xing Dian, from Dao Zhun, and Xi Zhao's words plus his own analysis, he concluded that the eight Law Enforcers' ultimate goal was to upgrade this universe. Whatever their reasons, this goal was beneficial for everyone. Perhaps after the universe was upgraded, the eight Law Enforcers might reach a higher status, but Sun Wukong also had the potential to reach the end of the Supreme Path. Worst case scenario, he would simply cultivate to an even higher realm to keep the Law Enforcers in check.

Looking into Sun Wukong's eyes, Xi Zhao suddenly felt a moment of trance. However, that trance quickly vanished, and with a sneer curling his lips, Xi Zhao let out a cold snort and threw a direct punch at Sun Wukong's abdomen. Sun Wukong's recent ploy had failed, but he wasn't annoyed. As he stepped back, he lifted his right leg, aiming a kick at Xi Zhao's chest. How could Xi Zhao just let Sun Wukong have his way? Ducking down and sliding his feet, he was already behind Sun Wukong in an instant.

The fight that ensued, had another witness been present, would certainly render them speechless. Not because the combat power exhibited by both after pushing their strength to the limit was terrifying, nor because their moves were flashy. Rather, it was because their fight was so ordinary. So ordinary that it resembled a brawl between martial artists in the Mortal World—simple punches and kicks, dodges and feints, devoid of any fancy maneuvers.

Furthermore, the speed they displayed wasn't the extreme kind. Overall, Xi Zhao and Sun Wukong's fight bore no difference from a skirmish between Martial Artists in the Mortal World. This didn't mean their strength had regressed; it was that upon reaching this realm, they had perfected control over every bit of their own strength, achieving a state of returning to simplicity.

Every attack, every defense relied solely on their physical bodies.

Yet, such attacks could not determine a true victor between them. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to recommend, vote for Monthly Pass on Starting Point ). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to continue reading.)