Chapter 2485 - 2483: The Savage Brat
The South Sea Purple Bamboo Forest was engulfed in spiritual energy, with dazzling rays of light, resembling a Daoist Blessed Land.
A Bodhisattva with unkempt hair, with a hint of anger, smashed the porcelain teapot on the ground and furiously said, "Such audacity from this Human Realm Emperor, to dare to insult me like this. If I don’t teach him a lesson, he’ll think I’m easy to bully."
Two disciples glanced at each other; one disciple was Nezha, son of the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King.
Buddhist name, Hui’an.
The other was Hong Hai’er, son of the Bull Demon King.
Buddhist name, Kind-hearted Boy.
After being subdued by the Bodhisattva, Hong Hai’er was confined to the Purple Bamboo Forest to meditate, discontent though he was, always lacking the opportunity to leave.
Now that the Bodhisattva was angry, he clasped his hands and quickly spoke, "You’re absolutely right, Bodhisattva. Not only did the Emperor of the Human Realm humiliate you, but also us in the Buddhist Sect. If we do nothing, he will underestimate us, which will be disastrous for spreading our faith in the Eastern Land. Why not let me go and burn him to ashes so he’ll never disrespect you again!"
The Bodhisattva sighed and sat on the lotus throne, his face regaining its dignified expression, "I’ve calculated it, and the Zhao Song’s luck hasn’t run out yet. His imperial aura protects him, and you won’t be able to deal with him."
Hong Hai’er said, "But we can’t let him continue to bully us!"
The Bodhisattva said, "I have a plan. Take my Demon-Inviting Banner and find someone at Green Hill. I have some matters to address with them."
"Disciple accepts the mission!"
Hong Hai’er nodded happily, took the item from the Bodhisattva, and excitedly set off with an ethereal escape.
Hui’an frowned watching on, "Bodhisattva, Kind-hearted Boy’s mind is unstable. Do not let him cause troubles on this journey?"
The Bodhisattva shook his head, "Everything has its destiny. Come with me to the Western Heaven; I have something to discuss with the Patriarch Buddha."
"Indeed!"
Hui’an nodded, ending further discussion.
Hong Hai’er had been confined on the island for thousands of years, and the worldly matters had changed vastly, with mountains and rivers transformed.
The era he was from was still the Tang Dynasty.
Now it was the Great Song’s dominion, but the only unchanged factor was the people of the Southern Observation Continent.
No matter who rules the world, the common people are still the common people.
His mind was mischievous, having not ventured out for many years, he wouldn’t heed the Bodhisattva’s words.
Upon leaving Purple Bamboo Island, he first headed to Luoyang City, intent on teaching that foolish emperor a lesson.
The journey from South Sea to Luoyang by sea was a considerable distance.
Hong Hai’er was granted Wind Fire Wheels by the Bodhisattva, quickening his pace.
Halfway through, he encountered a group of people in East Sea.
This group was sitting on a Golden Dragon, drinking and singing, diving and leaping through the sea.
Hong Hai’er was exasperated, having been frustrated in the South Sea, to then face this happy group of misfits was truly infuriating.
"I haven’t tasted dragon meat in over a thousand years, and today happens upon one; tough luck for this serpentine pest!"
Without a word, he flung his Vajra Bracelet towards the head of the Golden Dragon below.
A whirring sound echoed, the Vajra Bracelet streaked through the sky, and before it touched down, the sea hummed, sinking slightly.
The Little Kirin was the quickest to react, shouting, "Not good!" at once.
He tossed the magical charm given by Long Fei, shielding their surroundings with a swift brush.
The Vajra Bracelet clashed with the Primordial Unity Grand Splendor Talisman, vibrating with a buzz, rebounded by the talisman’s power.
Hong Hai’er collected the bracelet, uttering a light chuckle, "Has some skill!"
Little Qing and several others, along with the Third Crown Prince, all reacted, noticing Red Boy above, gazing into his eyes.
The Third Crown Prince transformed into human form, drew his sword, and cursed at Hong Hai’er, "Hey, you little brat, what are your origins, daring to strike at me?"
He realized that if not for the Little Kirin, his head would have surely been blown off just now.
Hong Hai’er descended with his spear, snorting towards them, "A mere worm, dare to speak to me like this. Seems my seclusion has made the martial world forget my name."
The Third Crown Prince angrily shouted, "Who are you calling ’little brat’? I am Ao Jie, Third Crown Prince of Yunmeng Marsh. If you know better, come down and bow in apology to me!"
Hong Hai’er laughed disdainfully, "Yunmeng Marsh amounts to nothing; even Third Prince Ao Lie of the West Sea calls me ’senior brother.’ You little brat, dare to ask me to kneel?"
He thrust his spear, crashing down towards the group below.
Already having reached the True Immortal Realm, Hong Hai’er.
The might of the spear was formidable, possessing the power to pierce the void.
The Little Kirin knew he was no match, merely deploying the Primordial Unity Grand Splendor Talisman to defend.
With a buzzing sound, the spear’s force pressed against the talisman.
The talisman enveloped the energies, like a black hole forming a golden whirlpool, quickly consuming the spear force altogether.
Hong Hai’er shouted in anger, "Using mystical treasures for defense, what kind of skill is that? Have the courage to fight me directly!"
The Little Kirin cursed, "You robber, unexplained intrusion. We didn’t provoke you, why come at us with lethal intent? If you’re skilled, pierce this talisman, if not, stop wasting your time here."
Hong Hai’er ground his teeth and shouted, "Such a clever-mouthed grandson. If I don’t showcase my skill, you’ll truly think I’m incapable of defeating you?"
He opened his mouth wide to inhale, then spat out a stream of flames downwards.
This flame gleamed with a golden light, being the most potent Samadhi True Fire in all heaven and earth.
Upon its release, the sea immediately steamed upward, forming plumes of water vapor.
Ao Jie exclaimed in panic, "Samadhi True Fire?"
Hong Hai’er laughed coldly, "You’re clever enough to recognize it; let’s see if your talisman can withstand my fire!"
Ao Jie felt timid, knowing they had stirred up trouble, fearing this talisman might fail, turning them into roasted dragon today.
Unexpectedly, the talisman flashed with a golden light, actually absorbing the flames within a hum.
Ao Jie was surprised seeing this, "What sort of talisman is this to possess such power?"
Hong Hai’er was equally startled, not expecting to randomly encounter individuals with such heaven-defying magical treasure.
The Little Kirin snorted towards Hong Hai’er, "This is a Saint relic, containing the power to open heaven. Against your petty True Immortal Realm, you can’t break this talisman. Hurry up and leave, stop disturbing our journey!"
Hong Hai’er’s stomach nearly exploded with anger, unexpectedly running into such mischievous fellows with Saint relic.
Knowing he couldn’t defeat them, he coldly threatened Ao Jie, "Runaway monks may escape, but the temple can’t. If I don’t give you a hard lesson, you won’t know my prowess."
With a spin of the Wind Fire Wheels, Hong Hai’er disappeared instantly.
The Little Kirin and the others just sighed in relief, as Ao Jie exclaimed in fear, "Oh no, do you think this scoundrel might cause trouble in my Dragon Palace?"
He regretted immediately, wondering why he had needlessly declared his identity, letting the scoundrel know.
"That scoundrel is vicious, highly likely!"
The Little Kirin frowned and shouted, instructing everyone, "Looks like we can’t head to the Jade Isle for now; let’s return to Yunmeng Marsh to assist!"
All four siblings nodded in agreement, urging Ao Jie to make haste back.
Ao Jie was moved, not expecting recently met acquaintances to be so loyal, daring to engage in magical combat against a True Immortal.
He turned his head, transforming into a Golden Dragon, and promptly carried the Little Kirin and the others back to Yunmeng Marsh.