I'm just an internet cafe owner

However, after eating the peach, Sun Wukong looked at the reward page on the computer screen and became somewhat unsure.

The reward for playing Guigu Bahuang is all the skills you've cultivated, plus a free choice of one hundred materials, weapons, and equipment.

Although he had played around with the game, Sun Wukong felt that the items in the game were not very useful to him. After all, even the best elixirs were not as good as those refined by Laozi, and the best food was not as good as the peaches of immortality from Heaven.

Just as he was scratching his head, unsure of what to choose, Liu Yuan came over and asked, "Do you need any help?"

"I would appreciate any guidance from you, senior."

"I wouldn't call it giving pointers, but I do know some things here that are universally applicable across different worlds. Anyway, you're strong enough, and you've caused quite a bit of trouble, so choose this. Yes, just this one, choose all of them without hesitation. Don't worry, I won't cheat you."

Under Liu Yuan's guidance, Sun Wukong chose one hundred units of Heavenly Dao Qi. This stuff is an important material for breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage in the Ghost Valley Eight Desolations. At the same time, giving this stuff to someone who has just reached the Nascent Soul stage can gain a lot of goodwill; even a mortal enemy can become a friend by giving them one.

"What's the use of this thing?"

Sun Wukong stared at the hundred Heavenly Dao Qi and fell into deep thought. He picked one up, looked at it, smelled it, and even took a bite. It felt no different from the game.

Liu Yuan smiled mysteriously and said, "You won't feel it, but believe me, when you get back, take it as a gift. Give it to anyone who shows surprise or shock upon seeing this gift. You know how to give gifts after playing the game, right?"

Although Sun Wukong hardly ever gave gifts in the game, he received many gifts after becoming famous. He's never eaten pork but has seen pigs run away countless times, so he can still do the job of giving gifts in a proper manner.

Liu Yuan: "There's not enough time today. Come back tomorrow and play this game from the beginning. Ask Junior Sister Xiaoxing for more Heavenly Dao Qi. Don't worry, she'll give it to you."

The Wind Spirit Moon Shadow Sect and Junior Sister Xiao Xing are a special Easter egg left by Liu Yuan. After a player perfectly completes the game once, the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow Sect and Junior Sister Xiao Xing will provide the player with resources from their previous save file to a certain extent. After all, cultivating immortality is something you only need to do once; doing it again is torture. However, if you use the resources provided by the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow Sect and Junior Sister Xiao Xing to quickly complete the game, there are no rewards to be won. But compared to rewards, Liu Yuan felt that most players wanted a more enjoyable gameplay experience.

Sun Wukong: "I still don't know who Junior Sister Xiaoxing is. No matter how much I cultivate in the game, I can't surpass Junior Sister Xiaoxing, let alone touch a single hair on her head."

What's the most frustrating thing in the game? For Sun Wukong, it's fighting in Xiaoxing World. Even though his opponent was only one level higher than him when they first met, after he improved his strength, the opponent was still one level higher.

Although he would always affectionately call her "Junior Sister," and she would call him "Senior Brother" or "Sect Master," no matter how accomplished he was, she was always his junior sister and would always suppress him by a small realm. He could never defeat her when he challenged her.

Upon hearing the question, Liu Yuan smiled and said, "You will know the secret of the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow Sect and Junior Sister Xiao Xing in the future. Even if I tell you now, you will not understand."

Sun Wukong's eyes darted around, and he didn't ask any more questions.

As time passed, the internet cafe announced its closing time. Liu Yuan explained how to return and how to make purchases for Sun Wukong before Sun Wukong returned to his own world.

Watching Sun Wukong leave, Yakumo Ran, who had finished reading the novel in a single day, couldn't help but speak up: "The Great Sage Equal to Heaven... really is..."

Yakumo Ran didn't know how to describe the other person, but looking at their experiences, she agreed with the title and even felt a sense of admiration.

Liu Yuan then moved closer to Yakumo Ran, looked her over from left to right, and pulled out a treasure.

"Come on! Want to come see a treasure with me?"

"baby?"

Liu Yuan nodded: "An animated film! It's a super classic. But it can't just be the two of us, I have to call Mu Geng, otherwise she might kick me out of bed next time."

Yakumo Blue

She nodded unconsciously. She could have gone back to her own world after get off work, but seeing the three big characters "Journey to the West" on the CD, she couldn't help but want to stay and watch it.

The animated version of Journey to the West was in Liu Yuan's hand. Although there were some plot holes and many scenes that even Sun Wukong himself would find amazing, it didn't stop Liu Yuan from recommending it.

After all, very few people actually look for realism in animated films. Even in internet cafes, people tend to accept whatever the game says and whatever its settings are. Trying to nitpick about this is just too much of a headache.

So Liu Yuan called over Mu Geng, who was still half asleep and catching up on his sleep. The three of them—one human, one demon, and one monster—sat together to watch Journey to the West. As they watched, some people noticed that Liu Yuan was engrossed in something, so they all came over to watch as well.

How to describe the animated version of Journey to the West? It's just right for both elementary school students and adults. Even for Liu Yuan and many people he knows, Sun Wukong is appealing to both men and women.

Inside the Tushita Palace, Laozi, with a smile on his face, instructed the boy beside him, "Increase the fire!"

However, no sooner had he uttered those words than Sun Wukong, back in the furnace, hurriedly cried out, "Laojun! Laojun!"

Laozi: "Oh? You monkey, now you know how to beg for mercy?"

Sun Wukong chuckled mischievously, "Hehe~ Of course! Of course! Lao Jun, I know I made a mistake, and I'm willing to be punished here. Also, to make up for your losses, I'll prepare a small gift for you."

As Sun Wukong uttered those words, the furnace opened a crack. Instead of escaping through the crack, Sun Wukong threw out a wisp of Heavenly Qi.

Laozi took the Heavenly Dao Qi, looked at it in silence for a moment, then shook his head with a smile: "A mere Heavenly Dao Qi is not enough to compensate for the elixir you consumed."

Sun Wukong: "Then, two?"

Lao Tzu: "Not enough! Not enough."

Sun Wukong: "Five?"

Laozi said, "You two, turn the fire down."

Sun Wukong added, "Laojun, there are ten peaches you haven't eaten yet. Could you please invite Taibai Jinxing to come?"

Laozi closed his eyes, gazing at the ten exceptionally high-quality Heavenly Dao Qi and the peaches that even he found incredibly delicious. Though he didn't speak, it wasn't long before Venus, with a lithe gait, strode over, his body appearing to sway unsteadily.

"Great Sage! Great Sage, I heard you were looking for me?"

Venus glanced at the tiny sparks beneath the furnace, then at Laozi, who was meditating with his eyes closed, and a sense of unease crept into his mind. He was only surprised when he saw a crack appear in the furnace lid and two streams of Heavenly Qi land in his hands.

Sun Wukong: "Old Star, thank you for recommending me to serve in Heaven twice. Old Star, please, put in a good word for me with the Jade Emperor. I, Old Sun, know I was wrong. This is the first time I've tasted such delicious food and such sweet wine, and I acted rashly in a moment of passion. I'm willing to be punished here, but..."

Venus glanced at Laozi, and seeing Laozi silently putting away the Heavenly Dao Qi, he also put away the two pieces of Heavenly Dao Qi.

"Great Sage, you're joking."

Laozi chuckled and said, "I knew that you made a mistake while drunk, but it's alright to say that the buildings you destroyed were damaged. It's just that the heavenly soldiers and generals who were beaten have some complaints."

As soon as he finished speaking, another burst of Heavenly Dao Qi was thrown out: "Old Xing, use this to buy some food and drink for the brothers, and get some healing items. I, Old Sun, will personally apologize to you later. Yes, personally apologize."

Since things had come to this point, Venus naturally wouldn't refuse. He carefully put away the three wisps of Heavenly Dao Qi and said amicably, "It's good to admit your mistakes and correct them, but the Peach Banquet has turned into such a mess, the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother..."

This time, Sun Wukong threw out eight Heavenly Dao Qi directly: "Old Star, please give these to the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother for me. I apologize to them."

Looking at the eight Heavenly Dao energies thrown out, Taibai Jinxing's hand trembled slightly. In fact, he had almost agreed immediately when Sun Wukong threw out one. However, seeing Taishang Laojun's expression, he bargained for a while, and only dared to accept it after seeing Taishang Laojun put away his share of Heavenly Dao energy.

Now they've offered eight more bribes to the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother...

Just as he hesitated, Laozi, with his eyes closed, said, "To know one's mistakes and correct them is of utmost importance. The Great Sage possesses extraordinary abilities, and this time he has proven that his abilities are worthy of this title."

Laozi was quite satisfied with Sun Wukong's behavior. He himself had ten, and the Jade Emperor and Queen Mother together had eight. It seemed that this monkey had not only rediscovered his true nature during his trip, but had also learned some social skills.

Besides, some of Sun Wukong's merits also prove that he did indeed do some great things. However, Laozi still doesn't understand how Sun Wukong's merits are related to the Goddess Nuwa.

As a result, the fire in the Eight Trigrams Furnace has shrunk to a small flame, and Sun Wukong inside the furnace is practicing a new move he has just mastered.

Yes, after witnessing Pangu creating the world, Sun Wukong gained some insights, but because his body in the game wouldn't allow it, he couldn't use what he learned. Now that his body has returned to normal, coupled with his various experiences in the Eight Desolations World and his own extremely high comprehension and talent, he has gradually mastered a new move.

This move was inspired by the creation of the world, combined with his inner state restored to its most...

With his initial pure heart and the merit of saving the world, this move was used almost naturally.

"Heaven-Splitting Divine Palm!"

And so, under Sun Wukong's antics, the Eight Trigrams Furnace shattered. Looking at the broken furnace and at Laozi, who was watching him with slightly narrowed eyes, Sun Wukong pondered for a moment, then took out five more Heavenly Dao Essences.

"Laojun, this is compensation."

Looking at Sun Wukong's respectful demeanor and recalling the move Sun Wukong had just used, which seemed to evoke a sense of creation, Laozi fell into deep thought. Because when Sun Wukong used that unfamiliar move, he was certain of one thing: In this world, unless Sun Wukong was killed, nothing could restrain him.

Chapter 597 The Jade Emperor: "Monkey! There's a job for you!"

Inside the Lingxiao Palace, the Jade Emperor gazed at the Heavenly Dao Qi placed before him, lost in thought. To be honest, he didn't actually dislike Sun Wukong. Although he had caused a ruckus in the Heavenly Palace, even bringing shame upon it.

However, it's not a big problem. After all, Sun Wukong is that person's disciple. Although it's not publicly acknowledged, the necessary respect must be given. Besides, Sun Wukong's background is also top-notch. He was born from a celestial stone since the beginning of time. Although not among the absolute elite, he is still considered a top-tier gatekeeper.

According to calculations, Sun Wukong will definitely cause trouble in the Heavenly Palace again after he comes out of the Eight Trigrams Furnace. At that time, let Buddha come and make a show of suppressing him for hundreds of years to temper his temperament, and then let him follow the pilgrims to learn the most basic human relationships. He can become a Buddha and then the Great Sage Equal to Heaven. He will have a very high official position on both sides, so he can be a pretty good middleman.

However, now that Sun Wukong has broken the Eight Trigrams Furnace, not only did he not run away, but he was also captured by Laozi? He even gave such a valuable item as an apology? It's not that the Jade Emperor is talking nonsense. The Heavenly Dao Qi that Sun Wukong gave him was so strong that he even doubted whether Sun Wukong was the Heavenly Dao's own son.

If he's not her biological son, where did he get such a high purity specimen?

"Taibai, what do you think?"

Upon hearing the Jade Emperor's question, Taibai chuckled and said, "This old minister believes that the Great Sage, having stolen the peaches of immortality, disrupted the Peach Banquet, stolen Laozi's elixir, and fought countless heavenly soldiers and generals, deserves to die. However…"

After a pause, Laozi continued, "However, considering that the cause did not lie with the Great Sage, and that the Great Sage has already been punished at the Demon-Slaying Platform and the Eight Trigrams Furnace, this old minister believes that this matter can be let go."

"Taibai, did you accept it too?"

Faced with the Jade Emperor's questioning, Taibai Jinxing gave evasive answers. However, the Jade Emperor did not blame him; in his eyes, Taibai was the most reliable person in the entire Heavenly Court. Those who were capable of fighting were either obedient but disobedient, or two-faced. As the Heavenly Emperor, he was not recognized by those people, and no one helped him with his work.

However, bringing Sun Wukong along on the journey to the West is troublesome, no, wait!

The Jade Emperor then came up with a solution that would satisfy both sides, so he ordered Venus, "Go and bring that monkey head here."

"Yes!"

While Sun Wukong was consulting with Laozi about alchemy, Taibai Jinxing swayed over and said, "Great Sage, the Jade Emperor wants to see you. You'd better make a good impression."

Sun Wukong: "Don't worry, don't worry, I, Old Sun, know what I'm doing."

After saying this, Sun Wukong somersaulted out of the Tushita Palace. After he left, Taibai Jinxing couldn't help but mutter, "Strange, strange. I didn't expect the Great Sage to have his mind opened up after receiving some punishment? Oh well, oh well~"

After saying this, Venus left, and Laozi waved his whisk, restoring the Eight Trigrams Furnace to its original state.

Inside the Lingxiao Palace, only the Jade Emperor and Sun Wukong were present. Sun Wukong, without any hesitation, approached the Jade Emperor with a smile and said, "Jade Emperor, I, Old Sun, apologize to you. I apologize."

"A mere apology won't undo the damage you've caused; the Heavenly Court has lost face."

Sun Wukong's eyes darted around. Having experienced the trials of the Ghost Valley, he naturally understood what the Jade Emperor meant. He blinked first, then clasped his hands in a fist and said, "I, Old Sun, have no wealth. Jade Emperor, whatever you command, just let me do it."

Is this really true?

"Really? Really?"

With a simple test, he was able to determine that Sun Wukong was no longer the same Sun Wukong who disrupted the Peach Banquet, stole elixirs, and even threatened to wreak havoc in the Heavenly Palace. His character had matured to a level that satisfied him greatly.

After all, Sun Wukong had become too arrogant before. Suddenly gaining power and rapidly unlocking his potential gave him a sense of invincibility. This kind of behavior is extremely dangerous. Geniuses like Sun Wukong have appeared in this world before, but more often than not, they have been ruined by their own arrogance.

The Jade Emperor said: "The four continents are home to beings of varying virtues and vices: the people of the Eastern Continent of Victory are respectful of Heaven and Earth, and their hearts are open and peaceful; the people of the Northern Continent of Giant Reeds, though fond of killing, do so only for sustenance, and are simple-minded and unassuming, committing few acts of cruelty; the people of the Western Continent of Achyranthes are neither greedy nor murderous, cultivating their inner energy and nurturing their spirits, and although there are no supreme beings, everyone enjoys a long life; but the people of the Southern Continent of Jambudvipa are greedy, lustful, and fond of causing trouble, killing and fighting frequently, truly a battlefield of words and a sea of ​​evil. Five hundred years from now, a great opportunity will arise to eliminate the 'evil' of the Southern Continent of Jambudvipa."

Sun Wukong didn't understand the Jade Emperor's meaning at first, but then he realized what the Jade Emperor was thinking. The first three continents were peaceful, but the last continent was in chaos. He immediately understood that the Jade Emperor wanted him to govern the last continent.

Sun Wukong: "Hehe, five hundred years later? Jade Emperor, what are you planning?"

Jade Emperor: "No, I was just saying. After all, you don't hold any official position in Heaven, so why not serve as a... [official/recruiting] in the mortal realm?"

"Whether these things succeed or not, they will make your position more secure, and I have reason to completely pardon your crimes."

Sun Wukong: "You also have jokes in your mouth? Aren't you afraid I'll wreak havoc in the Heavenly Palace?"

The Jade Emperor shook his head: "I'm not afraid."

Sun Wukong remained silent for a long time, then suddenly seemed to remember something and blinked before asking, "I, Old Sun, can do whatever I want?"

The Jade Emperor said, "You can do whatever you want. But if you cause any trouble, you'll have to deal with it yourself."

Sun Wukong laughed and said, "Heavenly rules~ Heavenly laws."