Chapter 6, Dialogue with the Monkey

"The bookstore cannot use magic, just feel it for yourself."

Dazedly listening to Yang Xiao's words, Sun Wukong shook his head furiously: "Impossible, I, the Great Sage, am the strongest. Which monster can compare to me?"

Sun Wukong did not take the book, instead he coldly stared at Yang Xiao and said, "Tell me, how did you know about my master? This matter should not be known by many people."

Indeed, five hundred years of wind and rain have dulled his edges. The current him is merely a Sun Wukong who has lost his freedom, no longer worthy of the title of Great Sage Equal to Heaven

The body suddenly stiffened, and waves of dark red demonic energy surged out from within Sun Wukong, whose aura was very unstable

Hmm, what is going on? How did I get caught by this foolish demon from the Golden Fairyland?

Yang Xiao's words deeply pierced his heart. Indeed, I, the Old Sun, am the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, unafraid of heaven and earth, daring to do anything.

Upon hearing Yang Xiao's words, Sun Wukong immediately became excited

Sun Wukong's breathing suddenly became rapid, and he hurriedly nodded: "I am willing, very willing."

Yang Xiao smiled, his expression on his face was quite mysterious and inscrutable

Taking the master to drink and eat meat, and speaking to Guanyin like that, am I, Old Sun, really that arrogant

Your strength is quite good, but in these three realms, there are many who can deal with you. Not to mention those big shots, even the monsters along the journey to obtain the scriptures have much stronger abilities than you.

Ignoring Sun Wukong's anger, Yang Xiao continued to speak to himself

Beside him, Bai Pinpin was quick-witted and agile, swiftly grabbing Sun Wukong's arm

Indeed, can you help me, the old monkey, to remove this broken golden hoop

When did you find it incredible to see yourself in the book talking to Guanyin like this

Yang Xiao retorted, leaving Sun Wukong speechless and unable to argue back

Quietly watching as Sun Wukong transitions from anger to gradual calmness, Yang Xiao lets out a soft sigh in his heart

Nodding slightly, Yang Xiao revealed a hint of a mischievous smile as he glanced at Bai Pinpin, who was searching for a book on the shelf

I know it seems strange, doesn't it? Just because few people know doesn't mean I cannot know. Within the three realms, there are very few matters that this shopkeeper is unaware of.

Yang Xiao let out a sneer, this monkey is being overly clever

In the past, Yang Xiao patted the shoulder of the stunned Sun Wukong and said meaningfully: "Weakness is not frightening; what is frightening is the refusal to acknowledge one's own weakness"

Now, I will first do a favor for someone, to facilitate future dealings

The coldness in his eyes intensified, and Sun Wukong snorted lightly: "Stop boasting. With your weak strength, it's one thing to deceive a foolish fairy, but you still think you can fool me, Old Sun."

Monkey, do you know that beyond the heavens there are more heavens, and beyond humanity there are more humans? Your strength is merely that of Taiyi, and above Taiyi, there exists Da Luo, the quasi-saint, and even the saint who is imperishable through countless tribulations

The current Sun Wukong would never say such things to Guanyin, but the one from five hundred years ago would certainly dare to do so

The anger in his heart surged, but after a moment, Sun Wukong suddenly smiled self-deprecatingly, touching the golden hoop on his head, with a hint of bitterness showing at the corners of his mouth

Yang Xiao looked coldly at the stunned Sun Wukong, gently shaking his head, the contempt in his eyes making Sun Wukong feel an intense anger within

Even the Jade Emperor wishes to overthrow the Great Sage Equal to Heaven that he created, so it is not unusual for the fierce Guanyin to say a few words.

Quietly watching Sun Wukong from the side, observing the slight surprise in his eyes, Yang Xiao had roughly guessed what he was thinking

Did not the shopkeeper just say that he is merely a Taiyi Golden Immortal, a Taiyi Golden Immortal!

Do not mention the strength of Sun Wukong, the Golden Immortal of Taiyi; even a quasi-saint like Tathagata would be directly subdued.

Take the Dark Journey to the West from Bai Pinpin and hand it to Sun Wukong.

Upon hearing this, Sun Wukong's body suddenly stiffened, and he began to argue with a flushed face

He is indeed a celestial being with considerable strength, and it is true that he is quite incompetent, but this is a bookstore, and here he is like a deity

He, the great Monkey King, is bound by such a thing and tormented by a monk without any power; how can his heart bear it

Isn't it just a treasure of the Taiyi Golden Immortal level? I have it!

Oh? You are impressive, why don't you come over and punch the owner of this shop? If you land a hit, I will consider it my defeat

Five hundred years of wind and rain have smoothed the monkey, a golden hoop has completely quelled the monkey's rebellious thoughts, what a clever method of the Buddhist teachings!

Yang Xiao looked at Sun Wukong with a deliberate sneer, a hint of pride evident in his eyes

It is not that I am criticizing you, but you truly are lacking. Have you forgotten about the matter of Huangfeng Ridge? That Huangfeng monster was subdued by you through your own abilities?

After listening to Bai Pinpin's explanation, Sun Wukong was momentarily stunned and felt a change, his expression suddenly shifting dramatically

Go ahead and smash it, being wild and arrogant is not wrong, but at least have a bit of self-awareness, alright

Neither the young nor the old shall be deceived, first take a look at this book that Miss Pinpin has given you, do not let her kindness go to waste

After just a few glances, Sun Wukong's expression changed slightly, and he felt a surge of surprise in his heart. Is this referring to me, the old Sun?

Isn't that his ability? Just like your indestructible body and your fiery eyes, why shouldn't it count?

That creature's strength is not as formidable as mine, it is only that one breath of the Samadhi True Wind that makes it powerful

Looking at Sun Wukong with amusement, Yang Xiao scrutinized him from head to toe. Is this the idol of my childhood, the Great Sage Equal to Heaven? His temper is indeed quite volatile

Yang Xiao shook his head with a smile, the monkey has a strong sense of pride and has always been unwilling to admit its weaknesses

Sun Wukong's eyes flickered rapidly: "Is it really possible?"

Above him, there are so many powerful individuals; what does he count as the strongest

The system assigned him a task related to causing chaos in Journey to the West, which is undoubtedly connected to Sun Wukong

No matter what, the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, who was renowned across the three realms in those years, still possesses a certain level of wealth

Shopkeeper, this should be free, right

The owner of this shop has stated that he can assist you; as for the golden hoop on your head, you may consider it as a fee for the book, and I will take it away shortly

A flash of anger crossed Sun Wukong's eyes, feeling insulted, he threw a punch directly at Yang Xiao

This shop owner never boasts, as long as you are willing to consider it as a fee for books

The storms and rains of five hundred years have worn down your edges, Monkey. Do you still remember your original self, unafraid of heaven and earth, with the audacity to do anything?

Yang Xiao waved his hand in exasperation: "Alright, for your sake, this doesn't count as money."

The bewildered Sun Wukong opened the book in a daze and began to read, as he was curious to see what was contained within its pages

I just noticed now that his strength here has been sealed by a powerful force, rendering him completely unable to utilize it

Bai Pinpin revealed a smile as radiant as a flower, winking playfully.

Yang Xiao smiled as he took it and cheerfully walked inside, while Bai Pinpin tugged at Sun Wukong and followed him in.

This is what you said, don't blame me, old Sun, if you die

The owner of this shop knows far more than you can imagine

Before Yang Xiao could speak, Bai Pinpin had already run to the bookshelf, taken down "Dark Journey to the West," and thrown it into Sun Wukong's hands

He yearns to remove the golden hoop from his head at all times, even in his dreams

With a fleeting glimmer in his eyes, Sun Wukong gritted his teeth and, not knowing where he had pulled it from, tossed a medicinal herb to Yang Xiao

Well, let's read the book first. I believe that after reading the one in your hands, you will have a different perspective on the young lady

As long as you believe in the owner of this establishment, you will become stronger, and when the time comes, dealing with Guanyin and overturning Rulai will be no trouble at all

Sun Wukong was taken aback; he clearly sensed that the strength of this monster was inferior to his own, yet why was it able to hold onto him