Rebirth in Journey to the West: Sun Wukong

Chapter 349: Chapter 349: Wipe Out All Opposition (First Update)@@novelbin@@

“You are… Lord Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor?”

Liushui Quxiang’s eyes flashed with a sharp light, having served under Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan for so many years, he was extremely familiar with the aura of Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan. While appearance and cultivation could be feigned, this unique aura was unmistakably genuine.

Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan had indeed returned to the Demonic Realm, it seems not all rumors were false.

“Good, it seems you have not forgotten me!”

Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan nodded and said, “Liushui, I have returned to the Demonic Realm this time to seek revenge on that bastard Jidu. If not for him, I wouldn’t have been sealed in the Three Realms for so long, nearly perishing from existence. If not for Brother Wukong’s rescue, you might never see me again. Duanmu Bai has already led the Duanmu Clan to pledge allegiance to me, now it’s up to you, Liushui. Do you still wish to follow me?”

To agree or not to agree?

That was the question!

As a former subordinate of Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan, it was only natural to follow him again now that the old master had returned—there seemed to be nothing to consider. But was the situation really that simple?

Liushui Quxiang fell into deep contemplation. He was no longer the youngster who once followed beside the Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor; he now was the Family Head of the entire Liushui Family, and every decision he made affected the future of the Liushui Family.

Should he really tie the Liushui Family’s fate to Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan’s uncertain ship?

The brows of Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan also furrowed. Indeed, times had changed, and the little follower who once only looked up to him had now become the Family Head of the Liushui Family, with cultivation at the Quasi-Saint Realm, no longer the obedient, ready-to-die follower he used to be.

Liushui Quxiang was hesitating, weighing the pros and cons, making Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan feel a sense of loss. Clenching his fist tightly, was his prestige as the Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor already useless in the Demonic Realm?

“Elder Brother Mu, it seems like they don’t want to join you!”

Sun Wukong sneered, “Better let Old Sun handle this! If one person does not submit, kill one, and if others still don’t submit, keep killing until they do!”

A chilling murderous intent surged from Sun Wukong’s body. Chaos Primordial Force diffused in his right hand, and Liushui Quxiang had no doubt that if he did not agree, Sun Wukong would kill him on the spot!

Not agreeing meant death, Liushui Quxiang was clear about this. Even though they both were at the Quasi-Saint Cultivation level, he was definitely no match for Sun Wukong. Should it come to a fight, he probably couldn’t withstand even two of Sun Wukong’s moves!

Sun Wukong’s stance was already very clear: he didn’t care who submitted, as long as someone from the Liushui Family surrendered, and whoever opposed would be exterminated!

On this point, Liushui Quxiang had no doubt; Sun Wukong definitely possessed the strength to do so!

Since agreeing or not wouldn’t change the outcome of the Liushui Family coming under Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan’s command, why hesitate?

“I, Liushui Quxiang, the Family Head of the Liushui Family, on behalf of the Liushui Family pledge allegiance to Lord Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor. From this day forward, we will follow only you, through fire and water, without hesitation! Should I betray this oath, may I be struck by Demon Thunder!”

Determined, Liushui Quxiang knelt before Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan, swearing loyalty. Oaths may not restrain common people, but for those accomplished in cultivation, they were undeniable, and breaking them would ensure the Heavenly Dao made sure the oath came true!

“Very good!”

The expression of Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan softened. Although the threat posed by Sun Wukong played a part in Liushui Quxiang’s submission, nevertheless, his attitude was very resolute, and having sworn such a demon-blood oath, it was a different level of commitment than mere words, allowing Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan to rest assured.

“The Duanmu Clan is currently unstable. It will take quite some time to settle everything with just Duanmu Bai’s strength. I can’t wait that long! Liushui, take control of the Liushui Family as soon as possible, send people to help Duanmu Bai stabilize the Duanmu Clan’s influence. In no more than three months, I want you to join forces and march on Demonic Light City. This time, I will properly settle the old scores with that cur, Jidu!”

“Your subordinate obeys!”

The news of Family Head Liushui Quxiang leading the Liushui Family under Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan’s banner spread quickly throughout the entire Liushui Family. Liushui Quxiang summoned the Elders and Family Heads to the council hall, formally communicating the decision. The congregation buzzed with discussion, and hearing rumors was one thing, but now that Liushui Quxiang had officially announced this news within the walls of the family’s council hall, it was as good as set in stone.

“Family Head, it is a time of great upheaval. A major battle between Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor and Jidu Demon Emperor is brewing. Isn’t our Liushui Family taking sides too quickly? If Jidu Demon Emperor comes out on top, our Liushui Family will unquestionably be subject to retribution. The foundation painstakingly built by our ancestors could be utterly destroyed!”

“Indeed, My Lord, this matter is of great importance and must not be taken lightly!”

The majority of the Duanmu Clan elders and event organizers had no objections to Liushui Quxiang’s decision. As the family head, Liushui Quxiang held high prestige within the Liushui Family. However, as the saying goes, ‘a big forest houses all sorts of birds,’ and there were naturally discordant voices. For instance, Liushui Quyang, who had always been vying for the position of family head against Liushui Quxiang, spoke in a sarcastic tone, and his followers chirped in support, voicing their seemingly heartfelt and righteous objections as if the Liushui Family would immediately perish following Liushui Quxiang’s decision.

“So, you all disagree with the decision of the head of our family?”

Liushui Quxiang’s gaze swept coldly toward Liushui Quyang and his group of followers. He sneered inwardly. On normal days, out of brotherly consideration and because Liushui Quyang had a sizeable influence, he had never touched Liushui Quyang’s lineage. But now, at this critical time, Liushui Quyang dared to sing a different tune. He was courting death!

“We would certainly follow a correct decision, but if the head of the family makes a wrong one, we naturally have the duty to set things right!”

Liushui Quyang retorted coldly, a cruel smile tugging at the corner of his mouth. Normally, he couldn’t lay a finger on you, Liushui Quxiang, but now was his best opportunity! If you want to side with the Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan, we will oppose you and see if you can continue to sit as the family head!

“What boldness to correct chaos, what audacity!”

Before Liushui Quxiang could speak, a laugh full of icy sarcasm rang out through the hall.

“Who is playing tricks here? Show yourself!”

Liushui Quyang was enraged, and his face darkened as he bellowed.

“Show myself?”

A cold laugh sounded, and suddenly, a golden giant hand appeared beside Liushui Quyang and grabbed him into its embrace. The next moment, a figure materialized beside Liushui Quxiang – it was Sun Wukong. The hand, which had captured Liushui Quyang, sparkled with specks of golden light, resonating with the golden hand, a marvelous application of the Heaven-Breaking Domain Power that Sun Wukong had only recently mastered.

“Tell me, how exactly do you want to ‘show yourself’?”

Sun Wukong slightly tightened his grip, and the golden giant hand contracted abruptly, squeezing Liushui Quyang into a wretched scream. This sight made all the Liushui Family disciples gasp in shock. Liushui Quyang too was a warrior at the Demon Emperor Realm, though he had only recently broken through and was slightly weaker than Liushui Quxiang. However, he should not have been so easily grasped in someone’s hand without the ability to resist at all. This was terrifying!

“Domain Power, this is Domain Power! Who are you?”

Some experts recognized the source of Sun Wukong’s golden giant hand’s strength and screamed in astonishment.

“I, the Great Sage Equalling Heaven, Sun Wukong, would not change my name nor my place of sitting. Your family head has sworn fealty to my brother, the Heaven-Defying Demon Emperor Mu Chenxuan. I am very curious to see how those who spoke of ‘correcting chaos’ just now plan to do so!”

Sun Wukong proudly smiled, and his Ruyi Golden-Hooped Rod flew out of his ear, enlarged, and thunderously struck the ground. The entire council hall shook, sending out a shockwave that caused everyone to wobble. Those with lesser cultivation strength even fell to the ground.

Such was the power of the staff; the difference was like heaven and earth. And this was just the Ruyi Golden-Hooped Rod striking the ground on its own; had Sun Wukong actually wielded it, the council hall might have collapsed!

“Hiss~!”

There was another collective intake of breath. Those Duanmu family handlers who had been echoing Liushui Quyang’s outcry were now silent as cicadas in winter, not daring to make a sound. Didn’t they see that even Liushui Quyang was being held immobile by the golden hand formed from Sun Wukong’s Domain Power, like a pinched chick? How could they dare be presumptuous?

“Why the silence? Weren’t you all very vocal just a moment ago?”

Sun Wukong swept his cold gaze over the crowd, standing majestically as if an Immortal King condescending to gaze upon the common world, instilling a formidable and commanding presence. This shook Liushui Quxiang to the core. It seemed that when Sun Wukong had threatened him earlier, it was already with restraint!

No, compared to the scene before him, that could not even be considered a threat, merely a statement of fact – a warning. This was a real threat – to hold someone in the palm of one’s hand and squeeze!

“Great Sage, spare my life, please! I spoke nonsense, I was out of line. Please, Great Sage, treat my words as nothing but hot air. No, treat me as if I were a trifle, and let me go!”

Liushui Quyang barely endured the intense pain as he pleaded shrilly. Domain Power was a force that only Demon Saints could control, yet Sun Wukong had mastered it at the Demon Emperor level. How could there be any resistance?

Not even thinking that he had broken through to the Quasi-Saint, that is, the Demon Emperor level of cultivation, compared to Domain Power, he was nothing but dregs!

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