From Joy of Life, the Tian Gang is reversed

Chapter 314 Burning Incense and Presenting a Memorial to the Old Dragon King

"I know you used to be a troublemaker, made a lot of bad friends, and did a lot of shady things. It wasn't a big deal, and your mother spoiled you. But things are different now. First, your mother got into trouble. Second, because of the Fengshui River God incident, although you received a reward from the Great Celestial Venerable, you also offended Master Xu, a third-rank Celestial Master. Although the matter is settled and he won't do anything to us openly, we still need to be wary of his underhanded methods. Your past messy affairs and connections could become tools for that Celestial Master to use against us. So, if any old friends come looking for you recently, be careful and watch out..."

"Furthermore, the Tang Emperor has now convened a Water and Land Dharma Assembly and is sending the Tripitaka Master westward to seek scriptures. This is not only a matter for the Tang Dynasty, but also for Buddhism. Even Guanyin Bodhisattva is personally involved. You must understand the significance of this matter. Therefore, be vigilant recently. If you hear anything about the Tripitaka Master, tell me immediately. Most importantly, do not be misled by anyone and make things difficult for the Tripitaka Master. If someone comes to you and uses various excuses to get you involved in matters related to the Tripitaka Master, first feign compliance, and then notify me immediately!"

After seeing Hu Mang off with a smile on her face, Tuo Jie's smile faded and her expression turned gloomy.

May the Tripitaka Master live forever!
What a huge temptation!

If it weren't for my father's reminder, I might have been tempted. No, even with my father's reminder, I was still tempted.

Thinking of this, he took a deep breath, suppressed his pounding heart, and plunged into the Feng River, going straight up the river to the Jing River Dragon Palace.

"Eat one and you'll live forever..."

Ao Qian looked at Tuo Jie, who was panting heavily as she ran towards him, and his expression gradually darkened. "Among your former cronies, besides this Hu Mang, who else is there?"

"Uh, it's Xi Si'er from Qingluo Mountain and Qiu Bazi from Beihun River. We used to be the best of friends," Tuo Jie said. There was something else he didn't say: the four of them also had a nickname, the Four Friends of Guanzhong. Of course, this was just for their own amusement.

Qingluo Mountain is an unnamed small mountain in Guanzhong. Xi Si'er is a mountain spirit, whose true form is a water snake in a pool in the mountain. Qiu Bazi of Beihun River is a mudfish spirit. Of course, this mudfish is not an ordinary mudfish, but carries some dragon blood. In addition, Hu Mang and Tuo Jie are like-minded and become friends.

Of course, that was in the past.

Now, it's different.

You could say that Tuo Jie is a bit slow, but Ao Qian knows that his son is a fool, so when he talks to him about important things, he never beats around the bush. Instead, he breaks things down and explains them to him slowly, making sure that he understands and thinks clearly, so that he won't cause trouble for himself. See, isn't that the effect?
Given Tuojie's personality, if I hadn't given him a heads-up beforehand, he might already be coming to me with Sanzang's head, trying to take credit for it.

"Their level isn't high. They used to always ask you for information. How come their information is so accurate this time? The monk Sanzang just left Chang'an, and they already know that eating a bite of him can grant immortality. Isn't this a bit too obvious?"

Upon hearing this, Tuo Jie immediately realized that this matter was not simple.

As the ninth prince of the Jinghe Dragon Palace, Tuojie's background and status were far superior to those of these three little demons. The reason he could get along with them was because this little group called the Four Friends of Guanzhong always regarded him as their absolute leader. The other three were also good at flattering him and serving him well, which is why they got along so well. In the past, he would share whatever news he heard from his mother or from the Dragon Palace, and he was the one who started all sorts of immoral things and led them to do them. But what about this time?

Long time no see, and you come back with an amazing bombshell?

Where did they get their information?
After all, he is now the Water Dividing General of the Jinghe Dragon Palace. The aquatic creatures of the eight rivers of Chang'an are all his subordinates. No news from Chang'an or even Guanzhong can escape his notice. He only knows that Sanzang went to the west to seek the scriptures, but he has never heard anyone say that eating a bite of him can grant immortality!

There's something wrong here!

Yes, it wasn't until this point that Tuo Jie realized there was a problem. Everything she had done before was actually just following Ao Qian's instructions.

"Damn it, that bastard Hu Mang dared to trick me! I'll go kill him right now!" Thinking he might have been tricked by his former underlings, he was instantly enraged and felt insulted. He jumped up, ready to rush out. "Sit down," Ao Qian said in a low voice, his eyes narrowing.

Pfft!
Ao Qian plopped down on his seat.

During this period of time, he was so terrified of Ao Qian that he had no intention of resisting at all.

"Are you sure these three were behind this? Who knows who's behind them? What if you just rush in and get ambushed?"

"They dare..."

“What’s there to be afraid of? Fortune favors the bold. They even dared to covet the Tripitaka Master and disrespect Guanyin Bodhisattva. You, a mere alligator spirit, are nothing.” Ao Qian glared at him fiercely. “You’re not involved in this matter. Also, from now on, you’re staying in the Dragon Palace.”

"what?!"

"What?!" Ao Qian's eyes widened. "Don't think I don't know what you're thinking. You just want to occupy that water palace in Fenghe and stay away from me, right?!"

“Father, that’s not what I meant, I just…”

"Alright, do as I say," Ao Qian said. "Perfect timing, I've just acquired a new cultivation technique that complements the Soaring Dragon Technique. From now on, you'll stay in the Dragon Palace and cultivate diligently; you're not allowed to go anywhere else."

Ao Qian interrupted Tuo Jie, then his gaze shifted, and he called over Li Taizai. "You keep an eye on him, and find two more soldiers to follow him closely. From now on, he is not allowed to see anyone. No matter who requests an audience, turn them away. Understand?"

Although Li Taizai did not understand the reason for the matter, in recent days, Ao Qian, the Jinghe Dragon King, had been purging the Dragon Palace and sorting out the aquatic creatures of the eight rivers. His authority had grown stronger day by day, and he was no longer the puppet he used to be. Naturally, Li Taizai did not dare to say anything and bowed his head in agreement.

After Li Taizai and Tuo Jie left, Ao Qian paced back and forth in the hall.

It wasn't that he was worried about Tang Sanzang, but rather that he was wondering what benefits he could gain from this matter.

The idea that three little demons wanted to eat Tang Sanzang's flesh is utter nonsense.

Tang Sanzang has only taken a few steps out of Chang'an, with only two pilgrims by his side, both of whom are mortals. This could be considered his weakest moment, but it could also be his strongest. Didn't you see in the original story that the two pilgrims were eaten by a monster, but he was saved by Taibai Jinxing?

Before encountering the monkey, this person was escorted by the Heavenly Court all the way!
And the Heavenly Court...

Isn't that his organization?

With that in mind, what are we waiting for?

Burn incense and present a petition!
(End of this chapter)