Chapter 243 - 243 182 Shao Siming

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243: Chapter 182 Shao Siming 243: Chapter 182 Shao Siming The crowd dispersed, but Lu Dongbin quickly returned. His expression was grave, as if something bad had happened. Sun Wukong’s heart sank, and he immediately asked, “What has happened? Why do you look so terrible?” Lu Dongbin said somberly, “There’s been an incident, Ge Xuan is dead.” Sun Wukong was taken aback. He furrowed his brows slightly, and with a hint of suspicion, he said, “Ge Xuan is dead, what does that have to do with me? I couldn’t care less whether he lives or dies.” Ge Xuan had bad-mouthed him time and again, so Sun Wukong had a very poor opinion of him. Not wanting to stoop to his level didn’t mean ignoring his actions. Hearing Sun Wukong’s words, Lu Dongbin gave a bitter smile and said, “Ge Xuan’s body was discovered with nine bloody holes that seem to have been made by a Nine-Toothed Rake. Now, the immortals of the Daoist Sect are riled up and demanding that Great Emperor Ziwei give everyone an explanation.” Sun Wukong’s face turned cold. He stared at Lu Dongbin and asked, “Did Tianpeng do it?” Lu Dongbin shook his head and said, “I’m not sure. Ge Xuan indeed had wounds from a Nine-Toothed Rake. As for whether Tianpeng killed him, I can’t be certain.” Sun Wukong stood up, his brow deeply furrowed as he said, “That blockhead Tianpeng may seem foolish, but he’s actually quite calculating. This incident definitely wasn’t his doing; someone is trying to frame him.” Lu Dongbin actually felt the same way because he really couldn’t find a reason for Marshal Tianpeng to kill Ge Xuan. Even if Ge Xuan had slandered Sun Wukong, if Tianpeng didn’t like him, a simple chastisement would suffice. There was absolutely no need for killing Ge Xuan; it hadn’t come to that. “Someone is plotting against us.” Sun Wukong said with a cold laugh. To be precise, the party being plotted against was Ziwei Heavenly Venerate. Now, Gold Star Taibai and Tianpeng, one stood as the chief civil official under Great Emperor Ziwei, and the other as the foremost among military generals. Tianpeng had become even more famous in the Three Realms for having led the armies under Great Emperor Ziwei to hold off an enemy force multiple times their own numbers. Great Emperor Ziwei had come to appreciate Tianpeng even more. Using the incident of Ge Xuan’s death as a pretext, someone wanted to set the immortals of the Daoist Sect completely against Great Emperor Ziwei. If Great Emperor Ziwei did not deal with Marshal Tianpeng, his image would plummet immediately in the eyes of the Daoist immortals. But if Great Emperor Ziwei took action against Marshal Tianpeng, his armed forces would surely become unsettled, presenting a difficult dilemma for Ziwei. Sun Wukong quickly put the pieces together. He smiled, for Great Emperor Ziwei must have a real headache right now. “Great Saint, can you still afford to laugh now? Emperor Ziwei must be so troubled he could die, and aren’t you worried about Marshal Tianpeng running into trouble?” Lu Dongbin asked in confusion. He couldn’t grasp Sun Wukong’s attitude. Sun Wukong glanced at him and said indifferently, “Ziwei will definitely not deal with Tianpeng, so what do I have to worry about? As for Ziwei having a headache now, that’s his problem. If he can’t handle even this after becoming the Great Heavenly Venerate, then there’s no need for him to continue in that role.” Lu Dongbin: “...” He could only admit that Sun Wukong’s words made a great deal of sense. “Besides, this isn’t something for us to be vexed about. Why should I worry?” Lu Dongbin: “...” This Great Saint really does possess a grand heart. In truth, Sun Wukong indeed had no need to worry. Soon, Lu Dongbin received news that Great Emperor Ziwei had issued a proclamation stating that Marshal Tianpeng had nothing to do with Master Ge’s death, and that the Heavenly Court would definitely investigate the matter thoroughly. He asked the immortals of the Daoist Sect to please calm down. The Daoist immortals were naturally dissatisfied, and an uproar ensued immediately. Some even attempted to storm the Purple Forbidden Enclosure, but the outcome was predictable: Great Emperor Ziwei directly had those leading the charge arrested and beheaded on the spot. For a moment, the rest of the Daoist immortals quieted down. No one had expected that Great Emperor Ziwei would act so decisively and ruthlessly. He did not hesitate for a moment before having those people executed. The Daoist immortals were dumbfounded. Was this the method of a Great Heavenly Venerate? They suddenly drew back. In the end, the strong dictate the law in the Three Realms. Some of them, who had ulterior motives, had been promised cultivation resources for causing trouble for a day. They were also told that Ziwei Heavenly Venerate wouldn’t be hard on them, so they could just go ahead with their antics. However, they faced a terrible blow on the very first day. Subsequently, Great Emperor Ziwei decreed a thorough investigation, especially targeting the immortals who instigated the matter, all of whom were captured. Soon, over a hundred Daoist immortals were apprehended. They cried injustice, trembling with fear, for they had witnessed Great Emperor Ziwei’s means and knew how he would deal with them. In the end, no one was spared, and all were executed. Over a hundred gory heads deterred the Daoist immortals, quickly quelling a situation that had been on the verge of escalating. “Emperor Ziwei truly has great boldness.” Lu Dongbin exclaimed. Sun Wukong looked at him and said lightly, “That guy is normally too kind, reluctant to act. But when a good person is pushed too far, their explosion of fierceness can be even more ruthless than that of a hard-hearted man.” Lu Dongbin nodded feelingly. Sun Wukong said with a smile, “But now, Emperor Ziwei is showing a bit of the temperament of a Great Heavenly Venerate.” “Ziwei, it seems I underestimated you, not expecting you to be so decisive.” Inside the Houtu Palace, the Jade Emperor sighed. Lady Houtu’s eyes were icy, her expression subtly frosty. Ever since their attempt to ambush Sun Wukong had failed, she had worn such an expression, for she was truly angered.

Chapter 243 - 243 182 Shao Siming

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