Journey to the West: Man in heaven, working nine to five

#1768 - The Buddha from the East Appears

High in the sky, after instructing those demons, Guanyin returned to the Western Paradise to report, and谛听 (Dìtīng) also left with her, leaving only Dipamkara Buddha alone to guard the area.

He sat cross-legged in the auspicious clouds, quietly chanting Buddhist scriptures.

Suddenly, he sensed a slight movement in the surrounding air. He slowly opened his eyes and thrust a palm towards the east.

This palm strike was extremely swift and powerful. The moment it was unleashed, it transformed into a giant golden palm that slammed into the void to the east.

Dipamkara Buddha exerted a gentle force, and the golden palm immediately grabbed towards the void, instantly encountering resistance.

There, demonic energy emerged, and a figure appeared within it, none other than Maitreya Buddha, wearing a smile.

He raised his right hand, and a surge of demonic energy from his palm blasted towards the golden palm, instantly dispersing it.

"Dipamkara Buddha, have you been well?" Maitreya Buddha arrived before Dipamkara Buddha, speaking with a smile.

Dipamkara Buddha quietly looked at him, at the monstrous demonic energy emanating from him, and shook his head. "I never expected the Future Buddha to have fallen into demonic ways."

In his eyes, the Future Buddha possessed profound Buddhist knowledge and extraordinary strength, a disciple of extremely high talent within Buddhism, yet he had unexpectedly become like this.

"Dipamkara Buddha, may I ask, have I committed arson and looting, or murder and arson? Why do you judge me to be a demon?" Maitreya Buddha asked with a smile.

"A demon is a demon, no judgment is needed. I only see a black heart and a black soul," Dipamkara Buddha said indifferently.

"Heh, the Western Paradise's method of identifying demons is truly subjective, which is why I dislike it," Maitreya Buddha sneered.

Dipamkara Buddha responded, "Since the ancient times, when the demon god Rahu descended, demons have existed. Although my Western Paradise is the birthplace of demon gods, we diligently abide by the teachings of the saints, diligently cultivate Buddhism, save sentient beings, and are mortal enemies with demons."

Hearing this, Maitreya Buddha revealed a look of reminiscence, then smiled. "Perhaps only you, Ancient Buddha, define Buddha and demon in this way. The current Mount Meru is no longer the Mount Meru in the eyes of the saints. They are high and mighty, labeling everything that does not conform to their wishes as demonic, then waving the flag of righteousness, exterminating these so-called demons."

As he said this, his smile froze, and a trace of murderous intent appeared on his face.

His gaze was firm, his expression serious: "Therefore, I want to build a new Mount Meru, one that can truly treat everyone equally."

Hearing these words, a flicker of emotion flashed across Dipamkara Buddha's calm face, then he said again, "The affairs of Mount Meru are watched by the saints."

"The saints will not care about these things. They only hope that the Journey to the West tribulation will end quickly," Maitreya Buddha said in a deep voice.

"How can you and I fathom the will of the saints? You allowed Tang Sanzang to become a demon, do you intend to become an enemy of the saints?" Dipamkara Buddha's voice turned cold.

"I just want to see a different Mount Meru," Maitreya Buddha's smile reappeared on his face.

"No need to say more. Since Buddha has sent me here, I will certainly not allow the last incident to happen again," Dipamkara Buddha said.

"Ancient Buddha's strength is profound, I am naturally no match. To be honest, this matter is indeed a bit tricky," Maitreya Buddha pretended to be troubled.

Dipamkara Buddha remained silent.

If he wasn't worried about falling for the opponent's diversion tactic, he would have already attacked Maitreya Buddha.

"It's a pity, I have already interfered with this Journey to the West," Maitreya Buddha smiled.

Then he walked towards the void. As he was leaving, he looked at Dipamkara Buddha, his gaze firm: "Wait and see, Ancient Buddha, you will definitely see a different Mount Meru."

After saying that, he left.

Seeing this, Dipamkara Buddha proclaimed a Buddhist prayer and continued to stare at Tang Sanzang and his disciples below.

At this time, Guanyin returned from Mount Meru. Sensing the residual demonic energy in the air, she frowned and said, "Ancient Buddha, could it be that the demonic path has appeared again?"

Dipamkara Buddha nodded: "It is the Future Buddha who has fallen into demonic ways."

"It's him! Then Tang Sanzang should be alright, right?" Guanyin hurriedly asked.

"With me here, he is naturally unharmed," Dipamkara Buddha said confidently.

Guanyin nodded: "After the Future Buddha fell into demonic ways, his strength became unfathomable, and he also possesses supreme treasures. Fortunately, Ancient Buddha is here, otherwise it would be dangerous."

On the other side, Tang Sanzang and his disciples waited and waited, but still did not see Chu Hao return.

"What is the boss doing? I, old pig, am starving to death," Pigsy grumbled.

Tang Sanzang also said doubtfully: "Why hasn't the Immortal Master returned for so long? Could it be that he encountered a demon?"

"Don't worry, Master. With Brother Chu Hao's strength, even if he really encounters a demon, he will be fine. If he is really trapped, then us going there would be like a sheep entering a tiger's mouth," Sun Wukong said boredly.

"But Brother Monkey, I'm starving to death. Why don't we walk over there?" Pigsy said.

"Yes, Master, it's getting late now. It would be good for us to go to that house to rest," Sandy rarely spoke.

"Alright, let's go together," Tang Sanzang nodded.

High in the sky, Guanyin couldn't help but frown at this scene: "Didn't I tell that group of female demons to seduce Pigsy, then lure Tang Sanzang and capture him?"

"Perhaps they have other plans,"谛听 (Dìtīng) said.

When Pigsy saw it was a beautiful woman, saliva immediately dripped from his mouth.

Tang Sanzang bowed slightly: "This poor monk has come from the Eastern Tang Dynasty to worship Buddha and seek scriptures in the Western Paradise. Can I have a bowl of vegetarian rice from the female benefactor?"

"Of course, come in and sit down," the female demon blinked her eyes and said.

Tang Sanzang nodded, and Sun Wukong behind him sized up the woman, a look of doubt flashing in his eyes, and grabbed Tang Sanzang: "Master, wait."

"Wukong, what's wrong?" Tang Sanzang asked doubtfully.

At this time, the woman in the blue dress suddenly said, "The Immortal Master is also here, so don't worry."

Hearing this, Sun Wukong immediately understood that Brother Chu Hao had arrived, so he let go of his hand.

Tang Sanzang was naturally happy to hear that Chu Hao was also there, and walked in.

High in the sky, Guanyin was very puzzled: "What does this group of demons want to do? Why don't they act according to my arrangement? Are they not afraid of the sanctions of the Western Paradise?"

"Great Master Guanyin, there is something strange about this matter. If that group of female demons does not take action now, this tribulation will not be able to proceed,"谛听 (Dìtīng) said seriously.

"This seat naturally knows, could it be the demonic path?" Guanyin said.

Dipamkara Buddha, who had been closing his eyes, suddenly opened them: "With me here, it is impossible for the demonic path to take action. Today, he only showed up and chatted with me for a while before leaving."

"Then what is the reason?" Guanyin asked in confusion.