I am a boss in the world of nine uncles

On the coral throne, King Inspiration chewed and swallowed a piece of wild game, meat and bones alike, and asked with his head held high, "Gui Po, what brings you joy?"

The woman in the spotted robes approached the throne with a beaming smile and said softly, "I have received definite news that Tang Sanzang has already set off again with his disciples and is now far away from Chen Family Village."

The Great King of Inspiration narrowed his eyes slightly: "As far as I know, Tang Xuanzang and his companions have never given up on their journey to slay demons and monsters. Could this be a trap?"

The spotted mandarin duck said, "It's even better if there's a trap, then we can turn the tables on them."

The King of Inspiration's eyes brightened slightly, and he asked with a smile, "What's the plan?"

"It's simple. On the day of the river sacrifice, Your Majesty can go to Chen Family Village first, tie up the village head Chen as a hostage, and take him with you to Linggan Temple."

If Sun Wukong and his companions show up then, it will prove that this is a trap. The king can then escape with the hostages and return to Chen Family Village to pursue the matter.

After all, Sun Wukong and his companions can't stay in Chen Family Village as guardians forever. It's not too late for us to take revenge later.

But if Sun Wukong and the others don't appear, you can just bring those two children over and enjoy them, as if nothing happened.

In this way, we can attack or defend, and we don't have to worry about security issues.

Of course, it is important to note that when you go to Linggan Temple, you must hide Master Chen, for example, in your sleeve, so that you can catch them off guard.

Otherwise, if Sun Wukong spotted the owner of Chen Village and made preparations in advance, it wouldn't be so easy to escape," the spotted-clothed mandarin duck woman said slowly.

Hearing this comprehensive plan, the Inspiration King couldn't help but burst into laughter: "Old people are shrewd, old demons are clever, you old hag, your mind is really too clever."

The spotted mandarin duck smiled obsequiously, "It's precisely because I'm quick-witted that I was able to stand out from the crowd of aquatic creatures and become the king's strategist. Of course, the most important thing is that the king has discerning eyes and doesn't judge a book by its cover, unlike that old turtle, who..."

"Alright, stop complaining." King Linggan waved his hand, interrupting, "Once I get through this ordeal, I'll go and kill that old tortoise for you."

The spotted mandarin duck was overjoyed and bowed deeply: "Thank you, Your Majesty, thank you so much..."

Time flies, it's the day before the River Festival.

Under Sun Wukong's magic, Qin Yao transformed into the likeness of the former in front of Master Chen and the Second Master Chen. His appearance, hairstyle, clothing, and even his expression were exactly the same, leaving the two brothers amazed.

“Master Chen, you should hide at the Guanyin Temple with the Basket in Your Hand tonight. I will have Wukong secretly take you there to ensure everything goes smoothly,” Qin Yao suddenly said as the two were marveling at the idea.

Master Chen nodded slightly, clasped his hands together, and bowed, saying, "Thank you, Holy Monk, thank you, Sun Wukong."

Qin Yao smiled slightly, then looked at the Second Master: "Tomorrow morning, when we set off, you will leave under the pretext of going to the Western Liang Women's Kingdom to do business, but in reality you will head towards the Gaochang Kingdom."

The second master asked, "Holy monk, when will I return?"

Qin Yao said, "Wait! After we quell the Linggan King, your elder brother will send someone to inform you."

The second master took a silent breath, cupped his hands, and said, "Yes."

"Wujing," Qin Yao spoke again.

"Please give your instructions, Master," Sha Wujing replied, clasping his hands in a fist salute.

Qin Yao nodded and said, "After we leave, you must work with Longma to keep an eye on the servants in the manor to prevent King Linggan from taking his anger out on them or even committing the atrocity of massacring the manor. But before he actually makes a move, you and Longma must hide well to avoid arousing suspicion and affecting the overall situation."

"Tu Zhuang?"

Sha Wujing suddenly widened his eyes and muttered, "That goldfish spirit has been influenced by Buddhism, after all. Could it really do such a thing?"

“He can even eat children, so it’s not surprising that he would do anything horrific,” Pigsy replied from the side.

Qin Yao's face was solemn as he said in a deep voice, "Bajie is right. When the goldfish demon chose to eat children, he completely fell into the demonic path. We can't expect him to have any humanity left!"

In the original story, or rather in most fanfictions of Journey to the West, the goldfish spirit's final fate is to be taken back to the Purple Bamboo Forest by Guanyin and put back into the lotus pond.

But Qin Yao believed this didn't even qualify as punishment. It was like a rich kid committing murder in another city, only to be extradited back to his hometown and continue living the life of a rich kid…

He didn't like the outcome, so naturally he wanted to make some changes within his power!
In the blink of an eye.

On the day of the river sacrifice.

Just as dawn was breaking, a group of water demons arrived at Chen Family Village with a sedan chair, accompanied by music and fanfare. They had just tied two chubby children inside the sedan chair when they saw the Second Master of the Village leading his men out as well…

"Master Chen, where is the Second Master going?"

Among the demons, a squid spirit suddenly asked Qin Yao, who was disguised as Master Chen.

Qin Yao's expression was grave as he lowered his eyes and said, "He's going to the Western Liang Women's Kingdom to do business."

The squid spirit asked in surprise, "The Women's Kingdom of Xiliang? How will he cross the river?"

Qin Yao said, "We've already arranged a ship; it's a gamble. By the way, Squid King, may I make a small request?"

The squid spirit immediately became curious: "What are your requirements?"

Qin Yao raised his finger and pointed to the sedan chair, his eyes suddenly welling up with tears:
"I had these two children late in life, and I cherish them dearly. I really can't bear to part with them."

But I know that the King of Inspiration has taken a liking to them, so even if I help find the two children, it won't be of any use. Therefore, I would like to give them a little more help. What do you think?

"If the Squid King permits, you are welcome to come to my Chen Family Manor for food and drink anytime in the future, and I will certainly do my best to provide for you."

The squid spirit's eyes flashed, wanting the benefit, but he pretended to be moved: "Parents all over the world have such a heart. Very well, I will take this risk for you and fulfill your wish."

"Thank you, Squid King," Qin Yao said, cupping his hands in thanks.

The squid spirit waved its hand and said, "Let's go, let's get going..."

After a long time.

The squid spirit led his minions to the Linggan Temple and then said to Qin Yao:

“Master Chen, I must go and report this matter to the King. You should leave quickly, otherwise when the King arrives and sees you here, you may not be able to leave.”

Qin Yao clasped his hands in thanks: "Thank you, Squid King. I understand."

The squid spirit nodded, then suddenly turned around and disappeared into the temple like a ghost, leaving behind a group of water demons to watch over the three of them.

half an hour.

The Tongtian River, on the river surface.

As the river burst open with a roar, a figure swiftly rose from the water and soared into the sky, transforming into a divine rainbow that arrived above Chenjiazhuang in an instant.

When he looked down, he saw that the mansion was deserted, with only three maids and five male servants. Master Chen and the second master were nowhere to be seen.

After a moment of hesitation, he suddenly appeared in front of a maid, startling her so much that she retreated repeatedly.

"Certainly!"

The Great King of Inspiration used magic to stop their figures, and asked in a sinister tone, "Where are your master and second master?"

Although her legs were immobilized, the maid still trembled with fear and said in a trembling voice, "The master has gone to see the young master and young lady off, while the second master has gone to the Western Liang Women's Kingdom to do business."

"Sending off the young master and young lady?" King Linggan's heart stirred slightly, and he pressed on, "Could he be at the Linggan Temple?"

With tears welling in her eyes, the maid pleaded, "I don't know if the master is at the Linggan Temple, Your Majesty, please let me go."

The Great King of Inspiration casually released the other woman from her restraints. Watching her stagger away, he hesitated for a moment, then concealed himself and quietly approached the outside of the Inspiration Temple. Through the wooden window, he saw a group of water demons and the father and his two sons. He stared intently at the weeping Master Chen for a long while, and after confirming that his expression was undoubtedly genuine, he finally felt relieved and turned to the main entrance.

"Meet the king."

The water demons guarding the gate saw his figure and immediately knelt down to pay their respects.

King Linggan nodded slightly and strode inside. He saw the father and his two sons all looking at him. The two children had only curiosity in their eyes, but Master Chen looked terrified.

"Master Chen, who allowed you to set foot in my Linggan Temple?"

"Your Majesty, I'm leaving now." Qin Yao glanced at the two children with feigned reluctance, then turned and headed towards the gate.

"Stop!" But the King of Inspiration was not about to let him off so easily, and shouted loudly.

Qin Yao paused slightly and asked, "Does Your Majesty have any further instructions?"

"What do you take my Inspiration Temple for, a place you can come and go as you please?" the Inspiration King said coldly.

Qin Yao trembled slightly, his face filled with fear: "I...I didn't know, I'm sorry."

"Sorry?" The King of Inspiration scoffed. "You think you can make me forgive you with just a few words? Bah!"

Qin Yao, his face filled with terror and his voice trembling, asked, "Then... then what should we do?"

The King of Inspiration said indifferently, "You have three days to prepare one hundred sheep, three hundred pigs, and three hundred chickens and send them to the Temple of Inspiration. Otherwise, I will have to investigate your wrongdoing."

Qin Yao's lips twitched violently, and he clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Yes, Your Majesty."

"get out."

Seeing that he dared not be angry or speak out, and could only hide all his grievances in his heart, the Great King of Inspiration felt very pleased and waved his hand.

Qin Yao didn't waste any words and strode out of the temple.

The King of Inspiration silently withdrew his gaze, looked at the two chubby children, and asked with a smile, "Do you know what will happen next?"

The boy raised his head and said, "You smell like fish, you must have been fishing. Are you going to treat us to fish soup?"

"Fish soup is great, brother! I love fish soup the most!" the girl clapped her hands and said.

The King of Inspiration's smile froze slightly, a cold glint flashing in his eyes: "Fish soup? Alright, I'll take you all to drink fish soup right now!"

After saying that, he suddenly lunged at the two of them, grabbing the boy with his left hand and the girl with his right.

"Boom."

Suddenly, a golden cudgel appeared from the boy's palm and struck the Great King of Inspiration's left hand heavily. The excruciating pain instantly pierced from his fingers to his heart, causing him to instinctively recoil and roar angrily, "Sun Wukong!"

"It is indeed your Grandpa Sun!" The boy transformed into the image of Sun Wukong.

Beside her, the girl shone with celestial light and instantly transformed into the true form of Pigsy: "And your grandpa Pig too."

King Linggan sensed something was wrong and dared not fight the two demons head-on, so he immediately flew towards the door.

"seal up."

Sun Wukong pointed a golden light at the gate, and the gate immediately closed automatically, with a halo of light flowing around it.

Upon seeing this, the King of Inspiration, who was rushing forward, immediately changed course, smashed through the wall next to the door, and soared into the sky.

Unexpectedly, as he was flying, a nine-ringed tin staff suddenly shot out from the clouds, striking him heavily on the forehead and sending him flying uncontrollably towards the Linggan Temple.

"boom!"

Shortly after, the King of Inspiration smashed the temple roof and landed heavily on the ground, his mind reeling and in a state of chaos.

Not far away, seeing his miserable appearance, Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie laughed heartily, while also teasing and joking with him.

The Great King of Inspiration was furious. He suddenly stood up, formed hand seals, and cast a spell, causing thousands of scales to shoot out from his body.

Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie each brandished their weapons, swiftly shattering the scales, but were still momentarily halted.

Just as the Great King of Inspiration was preparing to fight and retreat, he discovered that Master Chen had appeared in the hole, holding a golden tin staff in his hand.

"It's actually you!"

"Amitabha, you fiend, this humble monk has come to send you on your way," Qin Yao said in a deep voice, brandishing his staff.

King Linggan thought to himself, "This is bad. There are monks in front and demons behind. I dare not linger in battle and choose to flee again."

However, Sun Wukong was faster than him, and in the blink of an eye, he caught up with him and kicked him back in mid-air.

Pigsy roared and swung his nine-toothed rake, smashing it down on the opponent's head.

King Linggan had no choice but to summon a piece of his scale armor to barely block the rake, and shouted, "Stop! Stop! Listen to me!"

"Who wants to hear what you have to say?"

Sun Wukong attacked from behind, stabbing him hard in the lower back with his staff, knocking him to the ground. The pain in his waist made his whole body tremble, and tears streamed down his face uncontrollably.

"I am a spirit beast under Guanyin's command, we are all on the same side," King Linggan roared.

"We are not on your side." Qin Yao raised his demon-slaying staff and struck Linggan Dawang's head in mid-air. With a loud bang, his head was knocked back to its original form.

“I am indeed a spirit beast under Guanyin’s command, and I can now go with you to the Guanyin Temple to verify this!” said the Great King Linggan.

"Boom."

Pigsy swung his rake into his body, forcibly tearing off a piece of flesh: "We don't believe it, and we won't go."

The Great King of Inspiration let out a scream, finally feeling the fear of death, and suddenly cried out in a hoarse voice, "Bodhisattva, Bodhisattva, I know I was wrong, please come and save me."

As soon as he finished speaking, a golden light pierced through the wall, enveloping the Inspiration King's body, and swiftly emerged from the other wall. The entire process took less than a moment, only a fleeting instant.

"Has the Bodhisattva manifested?"

Upon seeing this, Pigsy's eyes widened in astonishment.

Sun Wukong was speechless, but his brows furrowed tightly.

"It's not a manifestation of the Bodhisattva." From the hole, Qin Yao said solemnly, "I've seen this light before; it's exactly the same golden light that abducted Xiao Liu Er!"

"That's the Roc Demon?" Pigsy secretly breathed a sigh of relief, then gritted his teeth and said, "What a vicious demon! We didn't even hold him accountable, yet he still won't let it go!"

Qin Yao shook his head: "It's not necessarily the Great Roc Spirit."

Pigsy's angry expression faltered slightly: "Didn't you say..."

"Fool."

A glint of light flashed in Sun Wukong's eyes, and he solemnly said:
"Master means that someone may have taken this golden magic weapon from the Roc Spirit and then used it to save the Golden Fish Spirit."

"Having traveled this far, have you ever seen a situation where one tribulation has ended, only for the demon king to return with renewed force?!" (End of Chapter)