The disaster of the world begins with Dongfang Bubai

Chapter 283: Disciple Bian Zhuang is willing to go through fire and water for the Tushita Palace and will not refuse death (two in one)

"As the saying goes, fortune and misfortune go hand in hand. Sometimes danger is also an opportunity." Xi Mingzhang's figure suddenly became illusory, and his voice became ethereal and ethereal. He continued:
"For a person like me, danger is actually an opportunity. It can help me improve my martial arts skills. Master Wu Jing, don't worry too much."

After he finished speaking, he completely disappeared from the spot.

Not to mention Xi Mingzhang's body of another self, which is ready to show off in front of the people in the martial arts world.

The world of Journey to the West, Heaven, and the Marshal’s Mansion of Tianshui Tianpeng.

"Although the Yin and Ming space can relieve some boring days, it is still not very interesting. No wonder there are countless him and me in the heavens and myriad worlds, but few go to the Yin and Ming space."

"I can only say that I am worthy of being me. I really don't have any intention of helping others. I just think it's none of my business and stay out of it." Xi Mingzhang's other-self identity, Bian Zhuang, talked to himself in his heart.

"Marshal, the Taishang Laojun of the Tushita Palace invites you to come over."

"Not long ago, the demon monkey destroyed the Tushita Palace to pieces. I just cleaned it up now. Why did it come to me?" Xi Mingzhang said helplessly.

"Forget it. After all, Laojun has taught me martial arts."

He immediately stood up, walked out of the mansion and went to the Tushita Palace.

Not long after, inside the Tushita Palace, an old man in Taoist robes sat cross-legged in front of the Bagua stove, and a boy was fanning the fire constantly.

Then, a boy led Xi Mingzhang to the old man in Taoist robes.

"Disciple greets Laojun." Xi Mingzhang bowed.

"sit."

Taishang Laojun slowly uttered a word.

"Yes."

Xi Mingzhang sat cross-legged on a cushion beside him at a leisurely pace. Seeing that Taishang Laojun remained silent, he lowered his eyes and waited quietly.

Suddenly, the only sounds in the hall were the wind from the palm-leaf fans and the sound of burning fire.

After several hours, Taishang Laojun spoke slowly:
"These days, even the experienced boy has heard that you have become more low-key and steady, and even quit drinking. They say that drinking will affect your mind and hinder your handling of official business."

"I was a little skeptical at first, but after you came to see me today, I found that I have become more calm and not as impetuous as before."

Xi Mingzhang replied with a serious face:

"Many people in heaven knew that I came from Tushita Palace, and once I was in a high position, I was bound to be complacent. Fortunately, I woke up early and changed my previous style in order to prevent others from looking down on Tushita Palace because of me."

"I am very pleased that you have such a heart." Taishang Laojun paused and said:
"Then do you know that you actually have a connection with Buddha?"

Xi Mingzhang suddenly realized what was going on, but he didn't show it on his face. He said:
"I am a disciple of Laojun, a true Taoist, so how can I be connected to Buddha? Is there some blind guy who has said something bad about me in front of Laojun?"

"I didn't expect that my recent efforts to cultivate my character would make people think that I am easy to bully. When I return, I will definitely teach this person a lesson."

Taishang Laojun laughed:

"With just a few words, you've revealed your usual laziness again."

When he said this, his seemingly cloudy eyes flashed with a hint of depth, and he said:

"As the saying goes, Laozi became a barbarian. Since you are a true Taoist, you must have a connection with Buddhism."

Xi Mingzhang spoke solemnly:
"I am speechless at Laojun's words. I immediately feel great respect for him. Buddha is the Tao. This is really a profound statement."

"With such a good flatterer, no wonder you have been promoted high in heaven. You are really good at being an official." Taishang Laojun pointed with a smile.

Xi Mingzhang said modestly:

"This is because the Jade Emperor values ​​me as a disciple of Laojun and thinks that what I say is from the heart, so he uses me in such a way that I can be trusted."

"Okay, you've really revealed your true colors, and are praising yourself in a roundabout way just like before." Taishang Laojun said with a smile:
"What do you think of Hua Hu Ke?"

"My disciple is just a brick in the Tushita Palace. I am at the disposal of Laojun." Xi Mingzhang said seriously.

Taishang Laojun smiled and said:
"Hahaha, it seems like you've figured it out. Why don't you want to ask about the details?"

"The more you know, the more troubles you will have. Living a heartless life is the most comfortable and fulfilling. Besides, I am short and cannot take on responsibilities." Xi Mingzhang said with a smile.

"If you are asked to do something that goes against the rules of heaven, what will you do?" asked Taishang Laojun with a smile.

"Doing something that goes against the rules of heaven? Are you trying to imitate the monkey and cause trouble in the Heavenly Palace?" Xi Mingzhang asked suspiciously.

Taishang Laojun shook his head gently:
"It would be fine if you didn't say anything, but once you opened your mouth you wanted to cause a big disturbance in the Heavenly Palace. You even said that you are short and can't handle things. From what I see, you are just like that monkey, both of you have a bold heart."

"I just happened to think of the demon monkey that was suppressed by the Buddha under the Five Finger Mountain, so I said it casually." Xi Mingzhang said seriously:
"Laojun, you know me well. I have always been honest and dutiful. I have never done anything beyond the law, and I have no intention of doing so. So I have no choice but to look for it in others. Now I think of the demon monkey that caused havoc in the Heavenly Palace before."

"Forget about making trouble in Heaven. It is better to show your former qualities and you will be demoted to the mortal world smoothly." Taishang Laojun said calmly:
"You can get drunk and flirt with a palace maid, and then speak rudely to the Jade Emperor and Queen Mother, you..."

Before he could finish his words, Xi Mingzhang interrupted him:

"Laojun, letting your disciple get drunk and do dirty things is bullying an honest man. Nowadays, everyone in heaven and on earth knows that your disciple is a teetotaler and a strict person."

"If I do this, the Tushita Palace will lose face, and you, Laojun, will be known as someone who cannot judge people."

"So, if you violate the Heavenly Law, you must think carefully. I cannot let the reputation of Tushita Palace be damaged no matter what."

He changed the subject and said:
"Why not make another scene in the Heavenly Palace?"

The expression of Taishang Laojun was no longer calm. He looked at Xi Mingzhang deeply and said in surprise:
"Will you not lose face for the Tushita Palace if you cause trouble in the Heavenly Palace? Will it damage the reputation of the Taoist priest?"

Xi Mingzhang replied carelessly:

"Everything has two sides. This move will not only enhance Laojun's reputation as a teacher, but with a little teaching, he can teach a disciple to make a big fuss in the Heavenly Palace. Once this news spreads, no one in the Three Realms will dare to say anything bad about you, Laojun, behind your back."

"You are an honest man, so why don't you do small mistakes but are eager to do big mistakes?" asked Taishang Laojun in a deep voice.

When Xi Mingzhang heard this, he straightened his clothes and said solemnly:
"Disciple Bian Zhuang is willing to go through fire and water for the Tushita Palace, even if it means death."

"You are clever, smart, and good at talking. You also know the essence of sneaky tricks. No wonder the Jade Emperor appreciates you."

Taishang Laojun pointed out directly: "You said these because you don't want to do things that violate the rules of heaven, and you are politely refusing."

"Laojun has wronged my disciple. As long as you give the order, I will rebel against the Heavenly Court." Xi Mingzhang made an expression as if he had suffered a great injustice.

"Okay, go ahead and rebel." Taishang Laojun said with a smile on his face.

The hall immediately fell silent. The two boys, Gold Horn and Silver Horn, who were not far away, pricked up their ears and secretly glanced at Xi Mingzhang.

"If Laojun wants his disciples to rebel, then they will rebel." Xi Mingzhang said with some embarrassment:
"It's just that my cultivation level is neither good nor bad. If I want to accomplish something big, I'm afraid I have the will but not the strength. Laojun, why don't you give me some powerful magic weapons? Then, I will be able to cause a bigger mess than the demon monkey."

When these words were spoken, Jinjiao and Yinjiao's eyes widened. They thought that this registered disciple of Tushita Palace had been practicing the art of shamelessness over the years. He was nothing like the young man who blushed when he first arrived at Tushita Palace and asked Laojun to use the magic iron to forge weapons.

"Of course, I will not affect Laojun's reputation. Anyway, I have already taken the blame for causing trouble in the Heavenly Palace, so it doesn't matter if I add the crime of stealing treasure." Xi Mingzhang added.

Can it still be like this? !
Jinjiao and Yinjiao showed expressions of having learned something on their faces.

"You really deserve to be an official. You have mastered the art of evading responsibility." Taishang Laojun sighed.
"It's not that I want you to break the rules of heaven and do the things of converting to Buddhism. It's just that it's fate. You should be banished to the mortal world and go through disasters so that you can enter Buddhism."

Xi Mingzhang was silent for a while, no longer showing his previous slickness, and said:
"Destiny? Our Taoism has always emphasized that my destiny is determined by myself, not by God. Therefore, since I have embarked on the path of cultivation, I have not believed in destiny."

He looked thoughtful and then said:
"I understand. If I don't wake up, one day in the future, I will get drunk and flirt with a palace maid, violate the laws of heaven, be banished to the mortal world, and finally enter the so-called destiny of heaven."

"Now the Lord Laojun has come to me for no reason, is it because he wants me to return to the right path?"

Taishang Laojun said lightly:

"Why do you have such strong resistance? Since Buddha is the Tao, no matter where you are, I will accept you as my disciple. And after going through a lot of hardships, you can also benefit from it. It is a happy thing for everyone. You should agree to it happily."

Xi Mingzhang looked relaxed:
"To cultivate the Dao, one must be clear-minded. Therefore, when a disciple encounters trouble, he will always prefer his fellow Daoist to his own death."

“If I’m in a bad mood, I don’t think about sorting out my emotions, but instead think that it’s not my own problem, but someone must be suppressing me, or that there’s something wrong with the outside world.”

"In summary, the Buddhist teaching of taking a step back and letting go makes me feel uncomfortable. I will follow my heart and take everything as it comes. This is what I want to do."

"In this case, what Laojun asked his disciples to do is really against their own will."

"Haha, you openly speak out words that are not in line with the righteousness of heaven and earth. Until today, I have discovered that you actually have an evil spirit that is different from others."

Xi Mingzhang spoke calmly:
"This is absurd. I have a righteous spirit that does not conform to the secular world."

Taishang Laojun said calmly:
"Then do you know that the confidence behind all your actions and words is based on your strength? Without the support of strength, everything is false."

"I think so too. Such discouraging words are often heard in the mortal world."

"If Heaven has justice, then it will not separate lovers. If Heaven has no justice, then people should follow Heaven's will."

Xi Mingzhang's eyes were shining:
"Only weak and pathetic people would think that everything is up to fate. It is said that love can give people great strength, but in my opinion, they are just cowards and incompetents. Little do they know that the power to create miracles depends on great love, or... ruthlessness."

Taishang Laojun asked:

"Then do you rely on great love or ruthlessness to resist the power of fate?"

"Hasn't Laojun ever heard that great love is ruthless?" Xi Mingzhang asked back.

Taishang Laojun couldn't help laughing and said:

“Hahaha, Tianpeng, you are indeed much more interesting now than before. However, strength is not just about words. I hope you can break the destiny and show a different future.”

"That disciple will definitely live up to Laojun's expectations." Xi Mingzhang stood up, bowed, and turned to leave.

Taishang Laojun looked at his departing back, his eyes gradually becoming deeper.

Three days later, Lingxiao Palace.

A Star Lord stood up and said seriously:
"Your Majesty, the demon monkey and the six demons of the lower world swore brotherhood and were called the Seven Great Saints. Now the monkey has been suppressed, and the other six rebellious and violent demons should be arrested and brought to justice and sentenced to death to shock the majesty of heaven."

The Jade Emperor at the top nodded and said:
"Yes, that's right. I wonder which immortal is willing to go down to the mortal world to catch the evildoer?"

"Your Majesty, I am willing to lead the troops to the lower world." The Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King Li stepped out.

The Jade Emperor just nodded and was about to say something when the Star Lord said respectfully:

"Your Majesty, the demon monkey and the six demons have sworn brotherhood, and are nicknamed the Seven Great Saints. Although this is an exaggeration, they are not to be underestimated. Moreover, the six demons have fled to various places in the Three Realms. I'm afraid that Li Tianwang alone will not be able to cope with them."

"If it takes too long, the effect of deterring the evildoers in the three realms will be greatly reduced."

"This time, when I, Heaven, send out troops, I must act with great force and swiftness, and take down those demons in one fell swoop, so that I can regain the dignity that Heaven once had. Otherwise, everyone will think they can go up to Heaven and cause a big disturbance there."

"That makes sense. The locations of these six demons must be all over the place." The Jade Emperor said with a look of agreement.

"Your Majesty is wise and wise. I recommend Marshal Tian Peng to go down to the mortal world to subdue the demons. Everyone in the Heavenly Palace knows that in the past, Marshal Tian Peng led 80,000 Tianhe naval forces and was invincible in naval battles. He also had 300,000 divine soldiers under his command."

"When he first ascended to the position of Marshal of the Heavenly Peng, he personally led 300,000 divine soldiers, taking the lead in showing his majesty with three heads and six arms, holding the axe, bow and arrow, sword, bell, halberd, and rope to show his holiness, and using the seven political and eight spiritual powers, he waved the axe lightly, destroying the demons, and shining with divine light, saving all living beings."

"After so many years, Marshal Tian Peng must have made great progress and is far superior to before. If he leads the troops to fight, I think it won't take long for him to return victorious."

After listening to this, the Jade Emperor glanced at Xi Mingzhang, who was still calm and composed, and said:
"Tianpeng."

"The minister is here."

Xi Mingzhang walked to the center of the hall.

The Jade Emperor said, "How about leaving the extermination of the demons in the lower world to you?"

"If I say that I cannot handle such a big responsibility, I am afraid that I will be attacked by everyone. Just look at the Fire Star Lord who is watching me covetously, and his previous flattery. If I refuse, he will definitely start to make a fuss and say that my virtue is not worthy of the position."

“Marshal Tianpeng, this is the Lingxiao Palace, no joking is allowed.” Fire Star Lord said coldly.

Xi Mingzhang suddenly said something without any context:

"There are enough heroes in the world, but what is lacking is villains like me."

(End of this chapter)