I am a fairy in Journey to the West

Three days later, the Fire Spirit Immortal announced the rewards for those who had contributed to this effort at the Aoyun Palace:

First, Grand Commandant Chi Ling was promoted to the fifth rank of the Zhongyuan Immortal Official and bestowed the title of 'Marquis of Panlin'.

The Giant Spirit God was promoted to the eighth rank of the Lower Yuan Immortal Official and was granted 50,000 purple coins.

Jiang Han was promoted to a seventh-rank celestial official in the lower realm and was granted 50,000 purple coins.

Ji Jing, the second son of Huayue, was granted the title of "Divine Lord of Shanshan Prefecture" and was appointed as the governor of all divine affairs in Shanshan Prefecture. His original title of "Marquis of Jinming" and his official rank remained unchanged.

The Bull Demon King, having his and his wife's sins removed, was promoted to the ninth rank of the Lower Yuan Celestial Official, appointed "General of the Court," and given command of the Imperial Road of Zhongshan Sea Continent. His wife, Princess Iron Fan, was appointed "Lady of the Court," and given the honorary title of a ninth-rank Celestial Official of the Lower Yuan.

The Five Thunder Gods bestowed upon each of them 50,000 purple coins, a pot of imperial wine, and a golden flower.

As for the various deities gathered by Chi Ling, those who survived were directly promoted to the first rank and bestowed with ten thousand purple coins. Those who died in battle were granted blessings according to their merits and were directly reincarnated from the underworld through the 'human path', destined for a blessed life in their next life.

Then came the generals of the Western Mountain Divine Palace. All of them were promoted to the ninth rank of the Lower Yuan Immortal Officials, and were given 10,000 purple coins, while remaining generals of the Western Mountain Divine Palace.

As for those who died in battle, they will be blessed with good fortune in their next life through the cycle of human reincarnation.

After the bestowal of rewards was completed, everyone naturally bowed and expressed their gratitude, which will not be described in detail here.

But after the bestowal of rewards was completed and everyone had left, Chi Ling raised a question: "Your Majesty, it seems there is still one person who has not been rewarded."

"Who?" Zhuang Yan asked.

Chi Ling said, "Your disciple, Liang Nu, also participated in the battle of Yunlan Mountain. I clearly recorded her merits, so why is she not on the list of those who received rewards?"

As she spoke, Chi Ling glanced at Fire Spirit True Immortal and Tiger Vanguard from time to time, "Have you forgotten about them?"

The Bull Demon King below also said, "Grand Commandant Chi Ling is right. I, Old Bull, also saw it with my own eyes. That girl did participate in the Battle of Yunlan Mountain. Moreover, without her, the casualties of those gods and generals would have been even greater."

Zhuang Yan waved his hand and said, "I asked Huo Ling to remove Liang Nu's name from the list of rewards."

Upon hearing this, both Chi Ling and the Bull Demon King were taken aback. Chi Ling then asked, "Why?"

Suddenly, Chi Ling seemed to remember something. "Is it just because she is your disciple? Your Majesty, as the saying goes, one should recommend virtuous people without regard to personal relationships or enemies. I really can't understand why someone who has made a contribution is not rewarded."

Zhuang Yan smiled and said, "I have my own arrangements for this matter, so you don't need to worry about it."

Upon hearing this, Chi Ling, though still quite puzzled, bowed and replied, "Yes."

Then Zhuang Yan continued, "Liu Chenxiang is still on the run, and the six great demon saints are dead, but the various places in Xiniu Hezhou are still unstable, and we need to continue to sweep away all the remnants of the rebellion."

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately responded in unison, "As you command."

Fire Spirit Immortal stepped forward and bowed to Zhuang Yan, saying, "Your Majesty, the bestowal of rewards has been completed. I shall now return to Buzhou Mountain."

“Alright.” Zhuang Yan nodded and said, “The imperial road under Buzhou Mountain needs to be repaired as soon as possible. Also, Lord Huangzhou is now a direct god under the Dust World Jade Palace. You need to be careful with him.”

Fire Spirit Immortal bowed deeply and said, "Your subject understands."

Then Fire Spirit Immortal turned around and called out, "General Chao Yu."

The Bull Demon King quickly stepped forward and replied, "Your subordinate is here."

Fire Spirit Immortal said, "As the Imperial General, you are ordered to oversee the construction of the Imperial Road. You will also be responsible for supervising the entire construction process. So come back to Buzhou Mountain with me."

Upon hearing this, the Bull Demon King quickly replied, "Your subordinate obeys."

Then, True Immortal Fire Spirit said to Tiger Vanguard, "You will stay here to record merits. In the future, whenever someone makes a contribution, you will compile their name into a book and then submit it to me."

Tiger Vanguard bowed and said, "Your subordinate obeys."

Seeing the Fire Spirit Immortal issuing orders before him, Zhuang Yan felt no displeasure whatsoever. Instead, he nodded in satisfaction, for this was the demeanor befitting the second-in-command of the Mortal Jade Palace.

After making the arrangements, the Fire Spirit Immortal, along with the Bull Demon King, bid farewell to Zhuang Yan and then departed from Aoyun Palace.

Chi Ling watched the Fire Spirit Immortal leave, then turned to Zhuang Yan and asked, "Your Majesty, where is Lady Liang? Why haven't we seen her since the battle?"

Zhuang Yan laughed and said, "She went to chase after Liu Chenxiang."

"What?!" Chi Ling's expression changed, and she said, "How could she be a match for Liu Chenxiang?"

Jiang Han said, "That's not necessarily true. Liu Chenxiang's Lotus Lantern and Mountain-Splitting Axe were destroyed by His Majesty. He only has the magic power of a Taiyi Golden Immortal and the ability of the Seventy-Two Transformations. Although Fellow Daoist Liang has not yet become an immortal, she has the Ice Soul Immortal Silk magic treasure in her hand. It's hard to say who is stronger or weaker."

“You said she hasn’t become an immortal yet. Can a mortal’s magic power compare to that of a Taiyi Golden Immortal? Besides, he also has the Seventy-Two Transformations.” Chi Ling retorted.

Jiang Han hesitated for a moment, then said, "It should be...no problem, right?" Even he himself seemed a little unsure of himself as he said this.

Chi Ling immediately stood up and said to Zhuang Yan, "Your Majesty, please allow me to go and meet Lady Liang."

Zhuang Yan smiled and said, "Yes, you can meet her if you head west."

Chi Ling immediately acknowledged the order, then bid farewell to Zhuang Yan, turned and quickly left Aoyun Palace, riding a cloud and flying straight west.

Xiniuhezhou, Qianhai Commandery.

This is already the westernmost edge of Xiniu Hezhou. Further out lies the vast Western Sea.

The waves pushed against the still-unmelted ice in the harbor, and in the biting cold wind, a ship radiating warmth slowly approached the shore.

Liu Chenxiang carried Xiaoyu on his back, and his magical power flowed continuously into her body, dispelling the cold.

However, this could only slightly improve Xiaoyu's feelings, but could not eradicate the coldness in her body.

At this moment, the ship opened its barrier, and a red-haired barbarian demon emerged from it, asking Liu Chenxiang below, "Are you the Little Saint Lord?"

Liu Chenxiang said, "It's me, is it King Yanling?" The red-haired barbarian demon said, "It's me, Little Saint Lord, please come aboard quickly."

"Okay." Liu Chenxiang responded, then leaped up on the light of immortality and landed on the deck in an instant.

A wave of heat hit Liu Chenxiang, who was still a little uncomfortable, but Xiaoyu on his back hummed softly and said, "Chenxiang, it feels so comfortable and warm."

Liu Chenxiang's expression immediately softened. The red-haired barbarian demon led Liu Chenxiang to a cabin, where Liu Chenxiang carefully put Xiaoyu down from his back and onto the soft couch in the cabin.

Then Liu Chenxiang turned around and bowed to the Flame Spirit King, saying, "Thank you for your help, Your Majesty."

King Yanling quickly returned the greeting, saying, "Young Saint Lord raised the banner of righteousness against Heaven, and is a role model for us. Although he was defeated in the battle of Yunlan Mountain, he was still honorable. I admire him very much."

Liu Chenxiang sighed, his mood becoming very low whenever he thought of the battle at Yunlan Mountain.

At this moment, King Flame Spirit quickly changed the subject, saying, "When Venerable Bandai informed me, he mentioned Miss Xiaoyu's injuries, so I personally piloted this 'Flame Boat' to come and meet her. It seems to have been effective."

Upon hearing this, Liu Chenxiang quickly thanked King Yanling again.

King Yanling said, "Little Saint Lord, there's no need for that. Once we reach overseas, the Jade Palace of the Mortal Realm won't be able to find you for a while. At that time, Little Saint Lord, first heal Miss Xiaoyu's injuries and illnesses, then lead us to prepare our troops and recruit heroes from all directions. We will surely be able to make a comeback."

Upon hearing this, Liu Chenxiang's face showed an unnatural smile. Seeing this, King Yanling said no more, only saying, "Then please rest well, Little Saint Lord. I will take my leave now."

"Alright, Your Majesty, take care." After seeing the Flame Spirit King out of the cabin, Liu Chenxiang closed the cabin door and returned.

Xiaoyu lay on the soft couch, surrounded by warm waves of heat, which made her feel extremely comfortable.

"Chenxiang, where are we going?" Xiaoyu asked, looking at Liu Chenxiang sitting by the couch.

Liu Chenxiang said, "Go overseas."

Xiaoyu asked again, "Will we come back?"

Liu Chenxiang fell silent; he couldn't answer Xiaoyu's question.

Seeing his silence, Xiaoyu didn't bring up the matter again. Instead, she sobbed and said to Liu Chenxiang, "Chenxiang, I dreamt about Grandma last night."

Liu Chenxiang suddenly looked up at Xiaoyu, whose eyes were filled with tenderness as she stared at her. "Chenxiang, I know you must have news about Grandma. Please tell me."

Looking into Xiaoyu's eyes, Liu Chenxiang couldn't help but turn her head away and gently wipe away the tears from the corners of her eyes.

“Grandma has been locked up by them,” Liu Chenxiang said softly.

A smile immediately appeared on Xiaoyu's face, and she slowly said, "That's good. As long as Grandma isn't dead, we can rescue her, right?"

Liu Chenxiang choked for a moment, then nodded and said, "Yes."

"I want to sleep for a while," Xiaoyu said.

Liu Chenxiang quickly covered her with a blanket, and Xiaoyu turned to her side with her back to Liu Chenxiang, slowly closed her eyes and fell asleep.

But Liu Chenxiang noticed that the pillow was quickly becoming wet. He silently turned away, though both of them knew what was going on.

Liu Chenxiang had indeed already received news of the killing of the Heavenly Fox Immortal and others, but she couldn't bear to tell Xiaoyu directly.

Xiaoyu cried for an unknown amount of time before gradually falling into a deep sleep in the warm environment. Liu Chenxiang stayed by her side, meditating to restore his magical power while also resting and recuperating.

In such a peaceful and warm environment, Liu Chenxiang didn't notice how much time had passed. He was awakened by a violent shaking.

The Flame Boat suddenly shook violently, and Liu Chenxiang was jolted awake. She immediately got up and went outside the cabin, only to run into the Flame Spirit King.

"Little Saint Lord!" King Yanling called out hurriedly when he saw Liu Chenxiang come out.

Liu Chenxiang asked, "What happened?"

King Flame Spirit said with a grim expression, "Someone is attacking our Flame Ship."

"Who is it?" Liu Chenxiang asked.

King Flame Spirit shook his head and said, "I don't recognize her. She seems to be a female Taoist priest. She came riding a crane and was attacking the Flame Boat with a magical artifact that looks like a flying ribbon."

Upon hearing this description, a beautiful figure immediately appeared in Liu Chenxiang's mind, and his expression changed drastically. "Could it be that they have already caught up with us here?"

"Them?" King Flame Spirit asked in confusion, "Who?"

Liu Chenxiang said, "I might know this person. Take me to see him."

Upon hearing this, King Yanling immediately responded and then led Liu Chenxiang to the deck, where King Yanling's subordinates were already standing.

As soon as they arrived, they saw waves of seawater freeze into ice, surging in from all directions with a bone-chilling cold, before crashing heavily against the barrier of the Flame Boat.

The light on the barrier flickered incessantly, and the entire fireboat shook violently.

Taking advantage of the break, King Yanling pointed to the sky and said to Liu Chenxiang, "Little Saint Lord, please look, she is right there."

Liu Chenxiang looked up and saw a seven-colored crane circling and soaring above the Flame Boat. On the crane's back stood a stunningly beautiful woman dressed in a lotus-green robe with cloud patterns, constantly waving her Ice Soul Immortal Silk to attack the Flame Boat.

"It really is her!" Liu Chenxiang said in a deep voice.

Upon hearing this, King Flame Spirit asked, "Does the Little Saint Lord really know her?"

“That’s good.” Liu Chenxiang nodded and said, “You open a door in the barrier, and I will go out to see her in person.”

Upon hearing this, King Flame Spirit's face lit up with joy. He quickly opened a small door in the barrier, and Liu Chenxiang immediately flew out through the small door, then soared into the sky and arrived in front of Liang Nu.

Seeing Liu Chenxiang approach, Liang Nu finally ceased her attack, pressing her hands against the Ice Soul Immortal Silk, her gaze turning stern as she looked at Liu Chenxiang. (End of Chapter)