Rebirth in Journey to the West: Sun Wukong

Sun Wukong suddenly understood that only he, Leng Xuan, and Luo Bai could see the passage leading to the Ninth Layer. Perhaps it is related to them having sat on the heavenly throne?

Indeed, it must be so. When they sat on the heavenly throne, they likely acquired some special aura, or got marked with a special seal, allowing them to see the location of the passage, while people like Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor could not.

"Wukong, try and see if you can enter the passage to the Ninth Layer."

Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor suggested, and Sun Wukong nodded, exchanged glances with Luo Bai and Leng Xuan, and walked towards the passage to the Ninth Layer. To Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and others, the three seemed to walk straight into the wall and pass right through.

"Ancestor, we can enter, come along!"

After the three figures disappeared, Sun Wukong emerged halfway through the wall, gesturing to Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and others.

"It seems there really is a passage to the Ninth Layer!"

Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor, The Grand Supreme Elderly Lord, Leader of Tongtian, and others exchanged glances and proceeded. However, unlike Sun Wukong's group, they were stopped by a solid wall!

"This..."

Everyone looked at each other in disbelief. Sun Wukong was equally stunned. It seemed Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and others could not enter the passage to the Ninth Layer!

This really confirmed that it was because they hadn't sat on the heavenly throne before!

"What should we do now?"

Sun Wukong's group exited the passage, frowning. They could enter, but Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and his group could not. Would they have to part ways?

"This is your opportunity, we cannot force it!"

Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor appeared quite understanding, not too regretful, but reminded Sun Wukong, "Wukong, this Ninth Layer is so hidden, it must differ from the previous layers. Be careful once inside, do not be careless! Achieving greater opportunities is indeed good, but do not force it, nor take excessive risks, understood?"

"Rest assured, Ancestor, I've got it!"

Sun Wukong nodded, though slightly dismissive. Riches are sought in danger; how could one reap benefits without taking risks? Impossible!

Nevertheless, Sun Wukong understood that Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor had their best interests at heart; otherwise, he wouldn't advise them. After saluting Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor, Sun Wukong and the others entered the passage and began their ascent to the Ninth Layer.

"What about the passage? The passage to the Ninth Layer?"

The Heavenly Prince had just secured the last treasure and rushed to Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and others, only to see the last sight of Sun Wukong's group disappear into the wall. Nothing but a wall remained before him, driving him to scream angrily in frustration.

"No passage! If you can't see it, then it means you lack the opportunity!"

The Grand Supreme Elderly Lord shook his head and said.

"Damn opportunity! Why can that filthy monkey enter, but not me, the Prince? Are you hiding something?"

The Heavenly Prince shouted angrily. He couldn't accept this fact. How was he inferior to Sun Wukong? Why does Sun Wukong not only outpace him but also gain advantages he can't?

Within the Ninth Layer, surely there are greater opportunities, far more valuable than the treasures of the previous layers. Now, only Sun Wukong's group could enter. When they return, wouldn't they far surpass him?

No! This can't be allowed!

He is the prince of the Undying Heavenly Demon Clan, destined to claim the supreme throne of the Yuan Realm. How could he be outdone by a filthy monkey? Let alone by Leng Xuan and Luo Bai!

In response to the Prince's cries, Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and The Grand Supreme Elderly Lord simply glanced at him indifferently, saying nothing. Erlang God Yang Jian and Puti Patriarch frowned slightly, displeased but not showing it. However, Leader of Tongtian couldn't tolerate it!

"Who gave you the courage to question us here?"

A sharp Sword Qi surged from Leader of Tongtian, transforming his presence into a peerless Divine Sword drawn from its sheath, cutting edge unrestrained. "Prince of the Undying Heavenly Demon Clan, is it? I don't care how high your status is, nor how you normally boss people around. Go flaunt your power somewhere else; Tongtian won't accept this!"

"Don't think just because fighting is forbidden in the Heavenly Emperor's Treasure Vault, I won't dare do anything to you. Try being arrogant once more? If I don't slice you into seventeen or eighteen pieces, I'm not Leader of Tongtian!"

The murderous intent, as tangible as reality, emanated from Leader of Tongtian's body, combining with the sharp Sword Qi. The aura was overwhelmingly intimidating, prompting even The Grand Supreme Elderly Lord, Puti Patriarch, and Erlang God Yang Jian to step back involuntarily, save for Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor.

"Teacher, my junior's temperament is as intense as ever!"

The Grand Supreme Elderly Lord's lips curled slightly, whispering to Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor in mild awe.

"Tongtian's nature is inherently that way, driven by emotions and the sword. That's why he's reached his current sword Dao achievements, just leave him be!"

Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor replied nonchalantly, showing no intention of intervening, seemingly unconcerned about the Annihilation Thunder striking Leader of Tongtian within the Heavenly Emperor's Treasure Vault.

"You dare?"

The Heavenly Prince was stunned, then furiously angry. This was the third person ever daring to threaten him since his debut!

The first was Sun Wukong, who not only threatened but also acted, causing him great humiliation in front of the Demon Clan, forcing him to undergo the passage of life and death test, nearly perishing within, enduring immense hardship and torment!

The second was Six-Eared Macaque, whose strength was formidable, not much weaker than Sun Wukong. The Prince couldn't ignore him, and due to the fear that Hong Jun Daoist Ancestor and others might intervene, the Prince swallowed his anger whole.

This is the third time with Leader of Tongtian!

Three times is the limit, the Prince's patience was worn to the edge. He couldn't tolerate it anymore!

"You see if I dare!"

Leader of Tongtian cared not whether the Prince could endure it or not, he couldn't endure. With a cold snort, he moved the Qingping Sword in his hand, unleashing countless Sword Qi, bombarding the Prince overwhelmingly. Meanwhile, he pulled a golden ring from his bosom and tossed it above his head, the ring expanded rapidly and enveloped him.

This was one of the treasures he just acquired, named the Heaven Concealing Ring. As the name implies, it could encompass all, even hiding the heavens!