I am submissive in Journey to the West, I strike hard at the gods

It was noon when we returned to the village.

Tu Cang and several clan elders were waiting in the front hall. Upon seeing him return, Tu Cang immediately asked, "Little Grandma, how did the investigation go? What kind of demonic beast was it?"

Jiang Wang tossed the demon beast's inner core onto the table and said in a calm tone, "I have already killed a first-tier demon beast, the Black Wind Wolf."

There was no threat; I was just passing by.

Tu Cang picked up the inner core, examined it carefully, and confirmed that it was the inner core of the Black Wind Wolf. Only then did the doubt in his eyes gradually dissipate.

He nodded: "Okay."

Now that it's resolved, that's good.

You must be tired. Go back and rest, then continue your cultivation.

"Ah."

Jiang Wang nodded slightly, turned around and walked out of the front hall, heading towards the back mountain.

He passed this test successfully.

But he also understands that this is just the beginning, and many more challenges await him.

He must be more cautious, consolidating his identity step by step, and carving out a path to survival in this Journey to the West world to protect humanity.

Back on the mountain, Jiang Wang sat on a blue stone, closed his eyes, and began to think about his next plan.

Although the Tu family had temporarily lowered their guard, he could not let his guard down.

He needs to improve his cultivation level as soon as possible, while also secretly strengthening the human race's power.

The world of Journey to the West is full of powerful figures. Without sufficient strength, neither he nor the human race could gain a foothold.

He took out the Chaos Pearl and immersed his mind in it.

Inside the Chaos Pearl, Tu Xiaonai was bound by an invisible force and had fallen into a deep sleep.

Jiang Wang looked at him, a complex expression flashing in his eyes.

He didn't want to hurt Tu Xiaonai; he only had to do it for the survival of the human race.

Once all the crises are resolved in the future, he might consider releasing Tu Xiaonai.

Just then, the Chaos Pearl suddenly emitted a faint fluctuation, and Jiang Wang's heart stirred, so he carefully sensed it.

He discovered that the space inside the Chaos Pearl seemed to be expanding, and the chaotic power it contained was becoming more concentrated.

He thought to himself, "Could it be that the Chaos Pearl changed because it absorbed Tu Xiaonai?"

He tried circulating the power of chaos and found that his cultivation level had actually improved slightly.

Although the improvement was not significant, it still surprised and delighted him.

The changes in the Chaos Pearl were undoubtedly a pleasant surprise.

He decided that he would study the Chaos Pearl more in the future, hoping to find more secrets and opportunities within it.

In the days that followed, Jiang Wang played the role of Tu Xiaonai, cultivating in the back mountain every day and occasionally accepting Tu Cang's tests, while secretly supplying cultivation resources to the human strongholds and transmitting intelligence from the outside world.

Using Tu Xiaonai's identity, he traveled around Tu Family Village, collecting various information and looking for opportunities to improve his cultivation.

That day, Jiang Wang was cultivating in the back mountain when he suddenly sensed a familiar aura coming from afar.

A thought struck him, and he immediately stopped cultivating, looking in the direction from which the aura was coming.

A figure swiftly approached; it was Feng Liu.

Feng ran up to him, looking flustered, and said, "Young Master, something terrible has happened! The clan leader wants you to go to the front hall immediately, saying that a distinguished guest has arrived!"

"Distinguished guest?"

Jiang Wang frowned slightly, his tone indifferent, "What distinguished guest?"

Although the Tu family had some influence in the area, they rarely received distinguished guests. Especially at this time, the sudden appearance of such a distinguished guest made him wary.

Feng Liu shook his head: "I don't know."

I only heard from the clan chief that this distinguished guest comes from the West, possesses profound strength, and has come specifically to pay a visit to you, young master.

"From the West?"

Jiang Wang felt a chill run down his spine.

The West—isn't that Buddhist territory? Could it be that Buddhists have come knocking on our door? He was filled with doubt, but his face remained impassive: "I understand."

Take me to the front hall.

Following the wind, Jiang Wang arrived at the front hall and saw Tu Cang talking with a monk.

The monk was dressed in a golden robe, with a kind face and a solemn and sacred air between his brows, radiating a faint Buddhist light.

Upon seeing Jiang Wang enter, the monk raised his head, his gaze falling upon him, a strange light flashing in his eyes.

Tu Cang quickly stood up and said to Jiang Wang, "Little lady, come and greet Master Xuanzang."

The Venerable Xuanzang came from the West, passing through this place. Hearing of your extraordinary talent, he came specifically to meet you.

Master Xuanzang? Jiang Wang was startled.

It was actually Tang Sanzang, Xuanzang! What was he doing here? Was he passing through on his journey to the West? He suppressed his shock, stepped forward, and said calmly, "Greetings, Master Xuanzang."

He deliberately displayed Tu Xiaonai's arrogance and showed no respect for Xuanzang whatsoever.

Xuanzang showed no displeasure, maintaining his kind expression as he smiled and said, "You are indeed exceptionally talented, with unfathomable cultivation. You are truly a rare genius."

Jiang Wang said coldly, "Master, you flatter me."

I just enjoy cultivating myself; I wouldn't call myself a prodigy.

"What urgent matter brings you to me, Master?"

He didn't want to get entangled with Xuanzang any further; he just wanted to find out the other's purpose as soon as possible.

Xuanzang said, "I was passing through this place when I heard that you had killed a wicked monster and rid the people of a scourge. I admire you and have come to pay you a visit."

At the same time, I would also like to discuss the path of cultivation with you.

Jiang Wang thought to himself, "Discussing the path of cultivation? I'm afraid it's not that simple."

Xuanzang may appear kind, but he is actually very shrewd and has three disciples—Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, and Sha Wujing—who protect him, making him very powerful.

If they discover my identity, the consequences will be unimaginable.

He pondered for a moment and said, "I have no interest in discussing the path of cultivation."

If there's nothing else, please leave.

I need to continue my cultivation.

After saying that, he turned and left, not giving Xuanzang a chance to say another word.

Xuanzang watched his retreating figure, a deep meaning flashing in his eyes. He smiled and said to Tu Cang, "Your nature is indeed eccentric, quite different from what I imagined."

Tu Cang shook his head helplessly: "Master, you flatter me."

This child's mind is entirely focused on cultivation, and he treats everyone the same way.

Please don't take offense, Master. Xuanzang shook his head: "It's alright."

Those who cultivate themselves should be single-minded.

This humble monk has other matters to attend to, so I will not disturb the clan leader and benefactor any longer.

Goodbye.

After saying this, he stood up, bowed, and turned to leave Tujia Village.

Jiang Wang returned to the back mountain, but his heart was still unsettled.

Xuanzang's appearance made him realize that the main storyline of Journey to the West was gradually approaching.

He must accelerate his pace, improve his own strength, and at the same time, strengthen the human race as soon as possible; otherwise, in the upcoming upheavals, the human race will only become a sacrifice.

He took out a communication jade talisman and immediately contacted the Grand Elder: "Grand Elder, the situation is urgent."

Xuanzang has appeared, and the Journey to the West storyline is about to unfold.

You must accelerate your cultivation, strictly guard the stronghold, and not go out easily.

I will try my best to find more cultivation resources and opportunities for you.

The Grand Elder's solemn voice came from the other end of the jade talisman: "Understood! Mr. Jiang, rest assured, we will be well prepared."

You must also be careful. Xuanzang has many skilled warriors around him. If you encounter danger, do not act recklessly.

After hanging the jade talisman, Jiang Wang closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

The time between Tu Xiaonai's disappearance and Jiang Wang's reappearance was less than 0.001 seconds.

Even so, Jiang Wang still sensed that the gaze of the Great Dao's will had focused on him.

"The path to this auspicious realm is truly sensitive."

He remained completely calm, concealing his true intentions while exerting his full power, adjusting his cultivation aura to the same level as Tu Xiaonai.

The Primordial Chaos level divine ability is characterized by concealment, allowing one to hide their cultivation level so that no one below the Great Dao can discern their true cultivation level.

Although this concealment effect is greatly reduced in the face of the Great Dao's will.

However, this is contingent on the Dao's will specifically probing his cultivation level.

Jiang Wang was gambling that the will of the Great Dao wasn't so prone to getting stuck on trivial details.

As expected, the will of the Great Dao merely glanced at Jiang Wang before shifting its gaze away.

They didn't even investigate his soul, let alone his cultivation level.

Da Dao seemed completely unaware that Tu Xiaonai had been replaced.

"The first step of the replacement plan, which was also the most difficult, has now been a success!"

Next, Jiang Wang announced that he would go into seclusion to cultivate and prepare for the next step of his plan.

In the Auspicious Realm, Tu Xiaonai's original residence was a bamboo house built against the mountain, surrounded by spiritual herbs and auspicious energy, which was worthy of the name of this place.

When Jiang Wang pushed open the door and entered, a faint milky fragrance wafted to his nose, which must have been due to Tu Xiaonai's regular consumption of spiritual milk.

He waved his hand and set up a concealment barrier, not to hide his figure, but to prevent outsiders from spying on him. Even the native creatures of the Auspicious Realm would not be able to find out what was happening inside the bamboo house.

Sitting cross-legged on the bamboo couch, Jiang Wang slowly calmed his mind, made hand seals with his fingertips, and began to sort through the fragments of Tu Xiaonai's memories.

This is a crucial part of his replacement plan. Only by thoroughly understanding Tu Xiaonai's words, actions, and past experiences can he make it flawless and avoid revealing any flaws in the future.

Tu Xiaonai was a spirit born from the auspicious realm. She had no father or mother and was favored by the Great Dao from birth. Although her cultivation was not top-notch, she possessed a pure auspicious aura that could bring good fortune and avoid misfortune, and could also nourish the spiritual energy of the surrounding world.

It is precisely because of this that she has been able to live peacefully in the world of auspicious omens for hundreds of years without ever encountering any great danger.

In my memory, Tu Xiaonai was simple-minded and naive. She usually only liked to pick spiritual fruits and drink spiritual milk in the mountains. She knew nothing about things outside the world, let alone made enemies with anyone.

"It's a clean identity, though."

Jiang Wang thought to himself, his fingertips pausing slightly, "He's just too naive. If he comes into contact with outside forces in the future, he'll inevitably slip up."

It seems I need to hone my skills; at the very least, I need to learn to feign a level of shrewdness befitting my status.

He did not rush to cultivate, but instead repeatedly deduced Tu Xiaonai's memories, simulating her tone of voice, style of action, and even habitual small movements.

From the carefulness in picking the spiritual fruit to the satisfied expression when drinking the spiritual milk, not a single detail was overlooked.

In about three days, Jiang Wang was able to imitate Tu Xiaonai's appearance so perfectly that if a creature from the Auspicious Realm were to come at this moment, it would be extremely difficult for it to detect anything unusual.

"Next, we will use this auspicious energy to solidify our connection with this world."

Jiang Wang opened his eyes, a glint of shrewdness flashing in them.

Although he has now replaced Tu Xiaonai, he has only temporarily obscured the will of the Great Dao. If he wants to establish himself in the long term, he must make his aura completely in harmony with the Great Dao of the Auspicious Realm, just like the real Tu Xiaonai.

He raised his hand to draw upon the auspicious energy around him, allowing that gentle and pure aura to flow into his body.

Unlike the tyranny of the primordial world and the majesty of the celestial realm, the spiritual energy of the auspicious realm carries a gentle nourishment for all things. As it flows along his meridians, even the restless primordial energy within him becomes somewhat docile.

Jiang Wang nodded secretly. This auspicious realm was indeed a treasure land. If he could cultivate here for a long time, it would greatly benefit his consolidation of the Primordial Dao Fruit.

Just as he was focusing on refining the auspicious energy, a light knock came from outside the bamboo house, accompanied by a clear female voice: "Little Grandma, you've been in seclusion for so long, it's time to come out and rest."

I picked your favorite dew-covered fruit, come and have a taste.

Jiang Wang's heart stirred. Searching his memories, he learned that the person who came was Ling Xi, a spirit born in the Auspicious Realm along with Tu Xiaonai. Her cultivation was similar to Tu Xiaonai's, and she was one of her few friends.

He suppressed the spiritual energy within him, deliberately pretending to have just woken up, his voice languid, exactly the same as Tu Xiaonai's usual tone: "Sister Lingxi, I'll be right there."

I got up and pushed open the bamboo door. Standing outside was a woman in a green dress. She had delicate features and was surrounded by a faint aura of the stream. She held a bamboo basket in her hands, which contained several crystal-clear fruits. Tiny dewdrops clung to the fruit peels, and they emitted an enticing fragrance.

It was Lingxi.

When Lingxi saw him come out, she immediately smiled and handed him the bamboo basket: "Try it quickly. I searched for a long time to find this Dew Fruit. It's even sweeter than the last one."

Jiang Wang took the bamboo basket, picked up a dew-collecting fruit, and took a small bite.

The flesh is delicate, the juice is sweet, and a cool, refreshing energy slides down the throat and into the stomach, instantly dispelling the fatigue brought on by cultivation.

He smiled contentedly and mimicked Tu Xiaonai's tone, saying, "So sweet, thank you, Sister Lingxi."

Lingxi looked at him with tenderness in her eyes: "You still love eating Dew Fruit so much."

By the way, you've been in seclusion for so long this time, has your cultivation improved at all?

Jiang Wang had already made plans in mind. He deliberately circulated a trace of spiritual energy, making his aura slightly stronger than before, but not too abrupt: "It's alright. I just feel that my cultivation has become more stable, and I'm a little closer to breaking through."

He deliberately acted shy, lowered his head, and gently twisted the hem of his clothes with his fingers, perfectly replicating Tu Xiaonai's bashful demeanor.

Seeing this, Lingxi couldn't help but reach out and rub his head: "You're really amazing, little milk is just so talented."

By the way, things haven't been very peaceful in the industry lately, so you should be careful when you go out.

"Oh? What's wrong?"

Jiang Wang raised his head, his eyes revealing just the right amount of doubt, but he was secretly on guard.

The world of auspicious omens has always been peaceful, but now it has suddenly become turbulent. Could it be that an external force has intruded, or that something has happened internally?
Lingxi looked around and said in a low voice, "I heard it from the elders in my clan. Recently, there have been some strange occurrences in Thundercloud Valley in the east. There are often sounds of thunder and black mist. Many creatures that went to investigate have disappeared into thin air."

The elders advised us to avoid the east, saying that there might be malevolent spirits causing trouble there. (End of Chapter)