Three days later, Tang Sanzang brought some strong men out and began his journey to the Western Paradise.
Jiang Han also went out with Tang Sanzang amidst the farewell of the Tang King.
It was autumn now, and the trees in the village had fallen and the reeds were broken. The maple and poplar trees had fallen, and everywhere one could see was a scene of wilting.
Tang Sanzang and Jiang Han walked together on the road, looking at each other from time to time, looking a little uneasy.
"Mage, if you have any questions, just ask them directly. The journey is still long, don't hold it in.”
Jiang Han found Tang Sanzang's behavior a little funny and told him not to be too reserved.
Right now, Jiang Han had transformed into a Daoist in a Daoist robe and the dragon qilin into a dark horse. His true body's aura was too strong, and it was easy to scare away the demons. It wouldn't be good if he didn't encounter a calamity because of this.
After Guan Yin left, he directly made a high-profile appearance to establish his dignity.
After all, it was impossible for him to be Tang Sanzang's disciple. Moreover, it was not easy to hide his identity. It would be too tiring to hide it all the way. It was better to tell him from the beginning.
However, he did not expect that he would use so much force that Tang Sanzang was in awe of him.
"Amitabha. Then I'll be bold enough to ask the Exalted Immortal. What fate does this little monk have with the Emperor to be able to receive your help along the way?”
Tang Sanzang pressed his palms together and asked.
Of course, Jiang Han couldn't tell the other party about the Cataclysm. He only said,"I am in charge of subduing demons and devils for the sake of Emperor Gouchen, and you will encounter many disasters when you head to the Spirit Mountain. It is also convenient for me to travel with you. Moreover, I want to go to the West Heaven Spirit Mountain to discuss the Dao with Rulai.”
Upon hearing that Emperor Gouchen had only come along the way and had not come here on purpose, Tang Sanzang felt much more relaxed. After lamenting over his own good fortune, he no longer felt overly reserved, but he still respected Jiang Han.
With Jiang Han accompanying him, Tang Sanzang's journey before he received his disciple was much easier.
Jiang Han could easily get rid of the vicious beasts like snakes, scorpions, wolves, tigers, leopards, bandits, and highwaymen.
When Jiang Han attacked, he could feel that there were actually people following him along the way.
However, Jiang Han did not specifically mention the existence of the other party because he knew what the other party's purpose was.
After a few days, Jiang Han and Tang Sanzang crossed the mountains and reached a border.
This mountain was called the Dual World Mountain. The eastern half was under the jurisdiction of the Great Tang, while the western half was the territory of the Tartars.
When Tang Sanzang arrived, he saw a huge mountain in front of him. This mountain looked like it was pressed down by five fingers. He was very curious.
Jiang Han could tell that there was something else going on here. There was the power of the five elements in the mountain, and the power was endless. There was also the power of Buddha on the top of the mountain, suppressing all things.
This was the Five Elements Mountain where Tathagata suppressed Sun Wukong.
"Venerable One, I see that you are fated to be here, so I am about to accept a disciple here.”
According to the arrangement of the Cultivation Tribulation, Tang Sanzang should take in his first disciple here. Thinking of this, Jiang Han smiled and said.
"Emperor Lord, you must be joking. This place is desolate and uninhabited. How can this poor monk accept a disciple?”
Tang Sanzang's eyes were ordinary, so he naturally couldn't see the mystery. However, as soon as he finished speaking, he heard a thunderous shout from the foot of the mountain,"My master is here, my master is here!”
Hearing this shout, Tang Sanzang was shocked and sighed,""The Emperor is really good at predicting things. In that case, this penniless monk will go and see who wants to take me as their master.”
Tang Sanzang rode his horse and prepared to approach the Five Elements Mountain. He wanted to go around and see where his disciple was.
At this moment, a burst of dazzling golden light suddenly appeared in the air. It swept across like Wang Yang, and bursts of Buddhist chants erupted.
"It came so quickly. I thought it would drag on for a little longer.”
Jiang Han was not surprised to see the strange phenomenon in the sky. He had sensed that someone had been following them, but he did not point it out because he did not have any ill intentions.
A female Bodhisattva holding a jade vase and sitting cross-legged on a lotus appeared in the air. It was Guan Yin.
"Greetings, Monarch Gouchen."
Guan Yin Bodhisattva bowed to Jiang Han. Her status was inferior to the other party, so this courtesy could not be missed.
"Greetings, Bodhisattva."
Jiang Han didn't get off his mount and returned the greeting.
After bowing to Jiang Han, Guan Yin Bodhisattva spoke to Tang Sanzang, who was already kneeling on the ground.
"Tang Sanzang, the Great Sage Equal to Heaven who wreaked havoc in the Heavenly Palace 500 years ago is under the Five Elements Mountain. With the Earth God in custody, let him starve to eat iron balls and drink copper liquid. From ancient times until now, he will not die of cold or hunger. You can let him be your disciple and protect you on your journey.”
When Tang Sanzang heard this, he was shocked and said bluntly,""That demonic monkey is so powerful. What ability does this poor monk have to be able to take him in as my disciple? This disciple was fortunate enough to receive the protection of Emperor Gouchen along the way, and I believe that I can avoid danger.”
When Jiang Han heard this, he was instantly amused. He didn't mind not bringing Sun Wukong along on the journey to learn the scriptures, and he was confident that he could protect Tang Sanzang along the way. However, would the Buddhist people agree?
Sun Wukong was a chess piece that Buddhism had planned for a long time ago. He was also destined to become a Buddha. After spending so much effort to nurture him, how could he just abandon him like that?
As expected, Guanyin took out a leather hat and passed it to Tang Sanzang."I'll teach you a mantra called the Heart Calming Mantra, also known as the Hoop Tight Mantra. After you memorize it, put this on him and take him in as your disciple. If he doesn't listen, recite this mantra to ensure that he will calm down.”
When Tang Sanzang heard this, he understood that Bodhisattva had his own plans. After taking the hat, he set off for the Five Elements Mountain.
Jiang Han saw it clearly and knew that it was one of the three hoops of gold, tight, and forbidden given by Buddha. He knew that wearing it was a Buddhist marionette.
I told you to go east, but you couldn't go west.
Jiang Han was also interested in this kind of thing. He asked,"Bodhisattva, that hat of yours is quite nice. Also, how about giving me one?”
Guan Yin was delighted when she heard this. To her, the most difficult person to deal with on this journey was Emperor Gouchen.
Sun Wukong could be subdued by the Golden Hoop Incantation. The other people who were trying to obtain the scriptures all had backgrounds. Although they could not use the Golden Hoop Incantation, they were not as strong as the Monkey King, so they were not afraid of any problems.
Only the Gouchen Emperor was strong and had a high status. Whether it was in the open or in the dark, it was not easy to deal with him. Once something went wrong, it was very likely to disrupt the Journey to the West.
It would be best if he could make Emperor Gouchen put on a tight leash. Moreover, this was the other party's initiative to speak. Even if they pursued this matter, Guan Yin would have an excuse to evade.
"There are, there are. There are, of course, those that a monarch wants.”
Guanyin suppressed her excitement and took out a headband that had transformed into a hat and handed it to Jiang Han.
Emperor Gouchen was not weak, and his status in the celestial heavens was very high. If he could be used by the Buddhist Sect, it would be a great thing.
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