Chapter 335 - 335 197 Shackles

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335: Chapter 197 Shackles 335: Chapter 197 Shackles The Jade Emperor is not dead, the Jade Emperor plans to join forces with the Tathagata Buddha and Shao Siming to attack the Ziwei Heavenly Court. The congregation at Mount Ling instantly grasped this information, their breaths growing rushed. If this battle was to succeed, the Ziwei Heavenly Court would be doomed. All eyes were on Tathagata’s face, everyone eager to know how he would choose. Jin Chan’s lips curled into a scornful smile, while his eyes, defiant and unruly, assessed Shao Siming. Shao Siming glanced at Jin Chan and said lightly, “Keep looking at me like that, and I’ll gouge out your eyes.” Jin Chan responded with a faint smile, “Isn’t a beauty like jade meant to be admired by others? What’s wrong with appreciating your good looks? Why would you want to kill me? A fierce light flashed in Shao Siming’s eyes, and the corners of her pretty mouth slightly curved upward. “Tathagata, your disciple is very bold, daring to flirt with me. Does he not know of my reputation?” Tathagata knew Jin Chan was intentionally causing trouble. He gave Jin Chan a warning glance before saying, “Don’t bother with him, he’s not quite right in the head, just a madman.” “Heh, I quite like madmen, why not let your disciple entertain me properly? I’ll make sure he has a very, very good time,” Shao Siming said with a lick of her lips and a beaming smile. Tathagata’s expression changed, well aware that Shao Siming was no pushover. If she were to take Jin Chan away, he would most likely lose his life. Even if he survived, his life would be utterly ruined. With this in mind, Tathagata spoke in a grave tone: “Shao Siming, don’t act rashly, we had an agreement.” Seeing Tathagata say this, Shao Siming just smiled faintly, seemingly not intending to make things difficult for Jin Chan. Jin Chan wanted to say something more, but after receiving a stern glance and a telepathic warning from Tathagata: “Stop talking, do you really think she’s an easy mark? If she sets her sights on you, even I can’t protect you,” he ceased. Jin Chan knew Tathagata was concerned for him; after all, he was one of only two Great Heavenly Venerates at Mount Ling. With that in mind, he fell silent. It would indeed be a Pyrrhic victory to be targeted and killed by Shao Siming, especially since he had yet to replace Tathagata. How could he allow himself to die so easily? Seeing Jin Chan quiet down, Tathagata breathed a little easier. He looked at Shao Siming and said solemnly, “Shao Siming, I cannot agree to this matter.” Shao Siming was somewhat taken aback. Her smile fading, she stared at Tathagata Buddha and said lightly, “Did I overestimate you, or do you not trust us?” The Tathagata Buddha shook his head, smiled slightly, and said, “It’s not that I don’t mean any disrespect, it’s just that my situation is different from yours. You and the Jade Emperor can act on your own, indifferent to whether the Ziwei Heavenly Court will seek revenge on you. But I am different; I have many disciples at Mount Ling. If we fail to attack the Ziwei Heavenly Court, and you two just leave, Mount Ling would become the target of their wrath. I can’t undertake such a risky venture.” Jin Chan gave the Tathagata a thumbs up. The old monk was finally clear-headed. Acting rashly without considering one’s own strength is foolishness in Jin Chan’s eyes, just like those of Shao Siming’s ilk. The Jade Emperor, with his faked death and strong power, was not afraid of Great Emperor Ziwei’s revenge at all. Even if Great Emperor Ziwei wanted revenge, it would be very difficult to find him. And as for the mysterious Shao Siming, whether she succeeded or not in attacking the Ziwei Heavenly Court, she could simply leave unscathed in the end, leaving Tathagata Buddha to suffer the consequences. Therefore, Tathagata’s choice to refuse was the correct one. If he had been impulsive and joined the adversarial ranks, then what awaited Mount Ling would have been a disaster. Now, realizing this, Jin Chan closed his eyes, disengaging from the situation at hand. After observing Jin Chan, Tathagata Buddha had clarity in his heart. Jin Chan had said so much only to remind him, to give him time to reflect. At first, he was on the verge of agreeing to join Shao Siming in the assault on the Ziwei Heavenly Court. Thinking back on it, he had been too impulsive. Shao Siming, slightly displeased, said lightly, “Tathagata, I overestimated you. I thought you could prove to be a worthy partner, but it seems I was mistaken. You would rather reject our alliance for the sake of these worthless ones.” Tathagata replied sternly, “Shao Siming, I would advise you too, the Jade Emperor is not so simple. When you collaborate with him, be very careful. Otherwise, you might end up sold and still counting coins for others.” Shao Siming, however, was not receptive to his advice. Her expression darkened as she retorted, “Tathagata, do you dare to underestimate me? Do you really view me as such a fool?” Tathagata said nothing, merely closing his eyes. Shao Siming took a deep breath, chuckled coldly, and said, “Since you’re unwilling to join forces, we’re no longer allies. When I return to the throne, don’t you beg me to spare your life.” Having said that, Shao Siming turned and left. She was indeed angry. Even Tathagata had dared to refuse her face. Was he too arrogant, or did he think she had grown old and incapable of wielding her power? In a secret location, the Jade Emperor sat waiting for Shao Siming’s return. “He did not agree,” Shao Siming said, visibly agitated. Sitting opposite the Jade Emperor, a glint in her eyes, she suggested, “Why don’t we make a move together and deal with Ziwei once and for all?”

Chapter 335 - 335 197 Shackles

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