Time flies swiftly, and before one realizes, the ninth year has come.

The development of Wanling Country is going smoothly, as the tales of Wanling Country begin to spread throughout the Western Continent with the steps of the merchants, the trade in Spiritual Objects also gradually opens up.

Just then, Zhang Liang, with an urgent demeanor, sought out Sun Wukong.

"Great King."

He greeted with a cupped fist salute and said, "There's trouble in the Southern Continent."

"I've already received a message from Master,"

Sun Wukong nodded, then heaved a long sigh.

In the Southern Continent, the Human King Liu Heng is critically ill.

Back then, Sun Wukong had taught him some Daoist Skill and had him drink Immortal Tea, but fate dictates, and the day of his fall would eventually come.

"Time has passed so swiftly without notice."

Sun Wukong thought to himself.

"Great King…"

Zhang Liang hesitated for a moment before speaking up, "The Crown Prince of the Han Dynasty hopes that in light of past friendship, you could go and save the Human King."

"I have my own plan; you may leave first!"

Sun Wukong waved his hand, dismissing Zhang Liang.

"The Human King's life is such that he is destined for a decent end; you should not interfere."

Master Puti, who was teaching Sun Wukong Daoist Skill, reminded him: "If the Human King does not die, the new king cannot ascend to the throne. Your interference in dynastic politics will surely break the Heavenly Rules."

"I understand."

Sun Wukong stood up: "But I must go on this journey."

Master Puti slightly frowned, but couldn't help calculating with his fingers.

"Indeed, it is necessary to go there."

Master Puti nodded, his calculation revealed the Human King will die a natural death, but a new Heroic Ruler is about to be born, who will affect the power structure for the next century.

"I shall accompany you."

Master Puti unfurled his sleeves and stood up.

"Great kindness."

Sun Wukong nodded, "I need to bring someone else along."

He summoned Emperor Donghua using the Mysterious Light Mirror.

Master Puti found it strange and didn't understand why Sun Wukong would call him.

However, Sun Wukong always considered the bigger picture, and his actions would have a deeper reason. Thus, without further questioning, the three of them flew together towards the Southern Continent.

In about half a day's time, they arrived at Chang'an City.

Night had fallen, and if it were decades ago, aside from the Imperial Palace and the bustling marketplace, most of Chang'an City would have been sparsely lit, dark, and silent.

But now, Chang'an City was filled with myriad floating lamps in the night sky, emitting a soft and bright light.

The streets radiating in all directions were as lively and busy as the daytime, with a throng of pedestrians.

At a glance, the brilliance of Chang'an City's lights was very similar to that of Wanling City.

Not just the lanterns, upon a closer look, the variety of Spiritual Objects used by the residents also inspired admiration.

"This place is actually so prosperous."

Master Puti praised, "That Liu Heng indeed was a wise ruler of his generation."

"Mm."

Sun Wukong nodded.

Many aspects of Chang'an City's planning were modeled after Huaguo Mountain.

This also reflected Liu Heng's high regard for Huaguo Mountain.

The three flew straight to the Imperial Palace, and from a distance, Sun Wukong landed on the ground.

"Let's not rush in yet."

He looked up at the sky above the palace.

Beneath the veil of night, above the Imperial Palace, two Giant Dragons coiled around.

The aura belonging to an emperor—imperceptible to common people—one dragon was already ancient and decrepit, its edges slowly disintegrating, becoming hazy and unclear.

The other was youthful and vigorous, full of potential energy.

"This is the sign of the old giving way to the new."

Master Puti landed next to Sun Wukong and said, "The Human King is at death's door."

Sun Wukong nodded.

The state of the two dragons was all too apparent; any Independent Immortal could see it clearly.

However, for the three of them, they could perceive even more.

They saw that above the two dragons, amidst the swirling mists, a new True Dragon was vaguely taking shape.

At first glance, Master Puti recognized it as the upcoming Heroic Ruler he had predicted.

"It takes three generations to create a prosperous reign for a Human King."

The Grandmaster sighed, "This person has not even been born yet, but already occupies the clouds; his future achievements will be remarkable."

"What shall we do?"

Emperor Donghua asked Sun Wukong with his eyes.

"If the Princess of the Female Country can become apprentice to Ao Luan."

Sun Wukong replied, "Once the new dragon is born, as long as he does not wield power, we can educate and win him over without violating the Heavenly Rules, but I fear..."

"I fear it's not just us who have noticed this."

Master Puti said.

"Let's go."

Sun Wukong led the two towards the Imperial Palace: "Let's go in and see for ourselves."

"Halt, who goes there?"

The General at the gate stopped them.

"We are wandering Daoists, entrusted by the Prime Minister to come and treat His Majesty."

Master Puti did not wait for Sun Wukong to speak and handed over a token.

Upon inspecting the token, the General immediately bowed respectfully and said, "So you are the Immortal Masters who came to cure the disease, please come in!"

He organized the guards to lead the trio inside the palace.

"Master, where did you get that token from?"

Sun Wukong asked Master Puti.

"It was given by your senior brother."

Master Puti answered.

Sun Wukong couldn't help wondering how many senior brothers he actually had.

But this was also good, as it spared him from revealing his identity.

In the Imperial Palace, the palace maids and eunuchs hurried along, the atmosphere somewhat tense.

After passing through dozens of checks, they smoothly made their way into the inner court of the palace with the help of the Prime Minister's waist badge.

"Where have the people sent to the Western Continent reached by now!"

Liu Qi questioned the General in the inner court.

"Crown Prince, I have already sent people to hurry them along; they will surely ride with all speed."

The General immediately replied.

This question, he had answered dozens of times just today.

It was too far from the Western Continent, and once those people left the borders of the country, it was hard to get any news.

No one knew where they were now.

"The King and the Great Saint haven't seen each other for many years... please, Crown Prince, prepare yourself early."

He bowed his head and performed a respectful salute, once again advising.

"No matter how many years we haven't seen each other, no matter how far we're apart, as long as the Great Saint knows, he will certainly come to save the King."

Liu Qi said.

Hearing these words, Sun Wukong couldn't help but tremble inside, and his steps also came to a halt.

"Wukong."

Master Puti softly reminded him.

"I understand."

Sun Wukong started walking forward again.

The three of them approached Liu Qi and bowed in salute.

After Liu Qi inquired about the origins of the three, he said, "Immortal Masters, please be sure to save my father's life, even if for just one more day."

"We will surely do our utmost."

Sun Wukong and the others nodded.

They entered Liu Heng's sleeping chamber, where the best physicians from the Southern Continent were now all gathered.

In the chamber, guards were layered upon layers, all in neat armor and holding long swords, exuding an air of somber killing intent.

Despite the multitude of people, the chamber was extraordinarily quiet, with the palace staff moving about silently.

Sun Wukong and his companions entered the chamber, their gaze falling on two Taoists.

"Who are they?"

The Grandmaster asked.

"Gold Star Taibai, and..."

Sun Wukong had not finished speaking, when he saw Emperor Donghua stretch out his hand and freeze the mortals inside the chamber, then kicked out at one of the Daoists.

"Donghua!"

The Daoist held back his anger: "Do you have a grudge against me?"

Emperor Donghua shook his head, it had been a long time since they saw each other, he wanted to say hello.

"This is Emperor Ziwei..."

Sun Wukong introduced to the Grandmaster.

"Great Saint, you really came."

Gold Star Taibai stepped forward and said.

Sun Wukong nodded: "Gold Star Taibai, what are you here for?"

"Why ask when you already know, Great Saint."

Gold Star Taibai smiled and said, "Your Majesty anticipated that the Great Saint would surely come, and the Southern Continent is under the administration of the Heavenly Palace, please do not interfere, Great Saint."

They came to prevent Sun Wukong, to stop him from meddling in the affairs of the Southern Continent.

Sun Wukong knitted his brows, about to say something, then suddenly turned his head, looking outward.

The others also turned to look.

A surging dragon aura ascended from the sky outside, the third True Dragon began to take shape.

Everyone was greatly startled at this sight.

"The Heroic Ruler has emerged!"

The next moment, a shadow flew out from Emperor Ziwei's body and soared into the sky.

Sun Wukong saw this, too, and his Divine Soul flew out, intercepting Emperor Ziwei in mid-air.

"Great Emperor, what are you doing?"

Sun Wukong asked.

"This child should be taken into the Immortal Sect."

Emperor Ziwei said.

"And if I don't allow it?"

Sun Wukong asked.

"I am Emperor Ziwei, in charge of the Emperor Star, you can't stop me."

Emperor Ziwei sneered, and with a sweep of his long sleeves, the newly-born True Dragon was enveloped in Immortal Light.

Sun Wukong looked up at the Immortal Light, then pointed with a finger, shooting out a beam of golden light towards the True Dragon.

"Don't waste your effort."

Emperor Ziwei said.

He was in charge of the Emperor Star, the dragon aura was protected by his Immortal Light, and no one could touch it.

Yet to his surprise, Sun Wukong's golden light pierced through the Immortal Light with a swish and hit the dragon.

"You..."

Emperor Ziwei looked at Sun Wukong in astonishment: "How can you have an influence on it?"

"I am the Heavenly Venerate."

Sun Wukong answered.

Hearing this, Emperor Ziwei's heart sank.

This was troublesome; Sun Wukong could also change the destiny of the True Dragon.

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