Under One Person: I Opened the Age of Mythology

Chapter 396 Preaching!

After Sun Wukong left the meditation room, his steps were brisk, with a clear plan in mind.

He came to the high platform outside the Qitian Temple and overlooked the old site of the Heavenly Palace below. Amidst the clouds and mist, the ruins had been mostly cleared and the new buildings were shining in the sun.

He raised his hand slightly, and the golden cudgel gently turned in his palm, making a low humming sound.

After a moment, he fixed his eyes and whispered to himself:
"The matter of the Buddhist temple cannot be delayed."

His figure flashed and turned into a golden light, heading straight for the Bull Demon King's residence.

The Bull Demon King was discussing matters with several demon kings in the hall. When they saw Sun Wukong suddenly appear, they all stood up quickly.

The Bull Demon King smiled heartily, took a step forward and said:

"Seventh brother, how come you have time to come to my place today?"

Sun Wukong smiled slightly, glanced at everyone, and spoke in a clear voice:
"Brother, brothers, I have something important to discuss with you."

Seeing his serious expression, Bull Demon King immediately stopped smiling and waved his hand to signal everyone to sit down:
"What's the matter that requires Seventh Brother to come here in person?"

Sun Wukong stood in the hall, his eyes as sharp as torches:

"The Heavenly Palace has just been settled. Although the new order has been established, the people's hearts are not stable and disputes continue. I would like to ask for the assistance of all brothers to set up a Buddhist temple in the Heavenly Palace to promote Buddhism, educate sentient beings, and ease the conflicts among the various races."

Upon hearing this, Bull Demon King frowned slightly, and after pondering for a moment, he nodded and said:

"Seventh brother, what you said is very true. Buddhism can calm people's hearts. It is indeed a good way. But this requires the support of all races, which may not be easy."

The Demon King Peng on the side interrupted:

"Seventh Brother, if we can convince representatives of all tribes to come and listen to the sutra, maybe it will work."

Sun Wukong nodded, his tone firm:

"That's right. I have discussed with Master and he will preside over the Buddhist hall and give lectures every day. Now I need the help of you brothers to invite representatives of all ethnic groups to come and listen to the lectures and gain wisdom together."

The demon kings looked at each other and nodded in agreement. The Bull Demon King patted his chest and said proudly:
"Don't worry, Seventh Brother. I will go and invite representatives from all tribes in Northern Juluzhou right away. I will definitely live up to your trust."

The Jiao Demon King also stood up and said:

"Leave Xi Niu Hezhou to me. I will go there myself to ensure that all tribes come."

Other demon kings also expressed their opinions and promised to invite representatives from their respective territories.

Seeing everyone's support, Sun Wukong felt relieved and said,
"Thank you, brothers. This matter must be arranged as soon as possible."

After the discussion, Sun Wukong immediately set off for the former site of the Heavenly Palace.

He stood in front of the ruins, looked around, and had a plan to build a Buddhist temple in his mind.

He waved his hand to call over a group of craftsmen and ordered:
"Building a Buddhist temple here must be solemn and dignified to reflect the profound heritage of Buddhism."

The craftsmen took the order and immediately started working.

Sun Wukong personally supervised the construction and gave instructions on construction details from time to time.

He walked over to a craftsman, pointed at the drawing and said:

"The Buddha statue should be tall and majestic, and the gold and lacquer should be evenly distributed without any carelessness."

The craftsman nodded quickly and said respectfully:

"Don't worry, Great Sage. I will do my best."

Sun Wukong nodded with satisfaction and turned around to choose a waiter for the Buddhist temple.

He came to a small courtyard in the heavenly palace and saw several little demons chanting scriptures with pious expressions.

He stepped forward and asked softly:
"Would you like to serve as attendants in the Buddhist temple and assist my master in giving lectures?"

When the demons saw that it was Sun Wukong, they immediately stood up and saluted. One of them said respectfully:

"Great Saint, we are devoted to the Dharma, and it is our honor to serve as your attendant."

Sun Wukong smiled slightly and nodded:
"Okay, follow me."

A few days later, the Buddhist temple was completed. It was solemn and dignified, and the golden roof shone brightly in the sun.

Tang Monk officially moved in and began his daily lectures.

Representatives of various ethnic groups came one after another. At first, they had different expressions. Some looked confused, some were wary, and there was some estrangement between them.

Tang Monk stood in the center of the Buddhist temple, holding a Zen staff, and spoke in a gentle but firm voice:
"All living beings are equal, and all have Buddha nature. All of you who are here today are predestined to be here. May we gain wisdom together and resolve disputes."

His words were simple and profound, and every word was precious, which gradually moved the representatives of various ethnic groups present.

Those who were skeptical at first were gradually moved by Buddhism and became pious.

As time went on, representatives of different ethnic groups began to put aside their prejudices and communicate with each other.

Inside the Buddhist hall, the atmosphere gradually became harmonious, with laughter and discussions intertwined.

One day, the Bull Demon King walked into the Buddhist temple and saw Tang Monk talking with representatives of various ethnic groups in a harmonious atmosphere.

He walked to Sun Wukong's side and laughed softly:
"Seventh brother, this Buddhist temple is indeed a good idea. The conflicts between the various tribes have been eased a lot."

Sun Wukong smiled slightly, his eyes deep:

"Brother, this is just the beginning. Peace in the three realms needs to be achieved step by step."

He raised his hand and gently patted Bull Demon King on the shoulder, his tone firm:
"We still have a long way to go."

The Bull Demon King nodded in agreement, stroked his beard, and said:

"Seventh brother is right. The road to peace cannot be achieved overnight."

He looked around and saw that inside the Buddhist temple, the former members of the Heavenly Court and representatives of various ethnic groups, who had been clearly divided, were now sitting together, enthusiastically discussing Buddhism.

The Bull Demon King pointed at a lion tribe representative who was talking to the heavenly soldiers and said to Sun Wukong:

"Look at the Lion King of Lion Camel Ridge. He was at loggerheads with the heavenly soldiers and generals before, but now he can chat and laugh happily. It's really rare."

Sun Wukong followed the Bull Demon King's gaze and nodded slightly:
“The power of Buddhism is truly incredible.”

He turned to look at the Bull Demon King, with a hint of relief in his eyes:
"I am very pleased that you can understand me so well, brother."

The Bull Demon King laughed and patted Sun Wukong on the shoulder:

"Seventh brother, you and I are brothers, why do you have to be so polite?"

He paused and then said:

"By the way, a few days ago, the Dragon King of the East China Sea sent some rare corals from the South China Sea, saying that they can be used to decorate the Buddhist temple. I have had someone deliver them to the warehouse. Please see when to arrange for someone to decorate them."

Sun Wukong hesitated for a moment:

"There is no rush for this matter. I will make arrangements after Master finishes explaining today's sutra."

He raised his hand to signal Bull Demon King to sit down, and whispered:
"Brother, please sit down and listen to the sutra first. Don't disturb the lecture."

The Bull Demon King nodded in agreement, found an empty seat and sat down, listening carefully to Tang Seng's lecture.

Tang Seng's voice was calm and magnetic, and he spoke eloquently, explaining the principle of cause and effect. After Sun Wukong and Bull Demon King finished listening to Tang Seng's lecture, they walked out of the temple side by side.

The sunlight outside the hall shone on them. Sun Wukong raised his hand to block the glaring light, and a hint of thought flashed in his eyes.

He turned to look at the Bull Demon King, with a hint of temptation in his tone:
"Brother, the coral reef in the South China Sea has been completed recently. All the tribes in the three realms are discussing this matter. I wonder what do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Bull Demon King stroked his beard and smiled heartily:
"Seventh brother, you can't hide your thoughts. The South China Sea coral is indeed a big deal, and all the tribes are watching. Why don't we take this opportunity to hold a grand gathering for the three realms?"

A trace of approval flashed in Sun Wukong's eyes, and he nodded:
"Brother and I have the same idea. The completion of the South China Sea Coral is the time when the new order of the Three Realms is stabilized. If we can take this opportunity to hold a grand event, we can both celebrate this event and consolidate the unity of all races. Wouldn't that be killing two birds with one stone?"

The Bull Demon King laughed loudly, patted Sun Wukong on the shoulder and said:
"Seventh brother is indeed a man of foresight! Since you mentioned it, the preparations for this grand event will be handed over to me. I will definitely invite representatives of all races to gather at the Qitian Palace and will never let you down!"

Sun Wukong smiled slightly, with some trust in his eyes:

"Brother, I always trust you when you do things. However, I have to go to the Dragon King of the East China Sea in person. After all, water system management is a big issue, and I have to discuss it with him."

The Bull Demon King nodded and said proudly:
"Okay, I'll leave the East Sea Dragon King's side to you. I'll go and arrange the preparations for the event right away."

After the two men finished their discussion, the Bull Demon King strode away and headed straight for the demon clan's meeting hall, where he began to gather his men to arrange various matters for the event.

Sun Wukong rode his somersault cloud and headed straight for the Dragon Palace in the East China Sea.

After a while, he landed in front of the Dragon Palace. The guards saw that it was Sun Wukong and hurried forward to salute:

"The Great Sage has arrived. The Dragon King has been waiting in the palace for a long time."

Sun Wukong nodded and walked straight into the Dragon Palace.

The Dragon King of the East Sea was sitting in the palace. When he saw Sun Wukong coming, he immediately stood up to greet him:

"Great Sage, are you visiting me today to discuss something important?"

Sun Wukong bowed and smiled:
"You are too polite, Dragon King. I came here today for two reasons: first, the completion of the South China Sea coral project, and second, I want to discuss the details of water system management with you."

Upon hearing this, the Dragon King of the East Sea had a hint of joy in his eyes:
"Great Sage, you are thoughtful. The South China Sea coral is indeed a big deal. If we can take this opportunity to hold a grand event, it will be a blessing for the three realms."

Sun Wukong nodded and said solemnly:

"That's right. Water management is the top priority of the Three Realms. If it is not handled properly, it may cause great trouble. The Dragon King is in charge of the East China Sea and has rich experience. This matter still requires the Dragon King's attention."

The Dragon King of the East Sea smiled slightly and stroked his beard:
"Don't worry, Great Sage. I will fully cooperate with the work of the New Heavenly Court to ensure peace and stability in the waters of the Three Realms."

The two discussed the specific details of water system management, and only then did Sun Wukong leave the Dragon Palace with satisfaction and return to the Qitian Palace.

A few days later, the event was held as scheduled.

The Qitian Hall was decorated with lights and colorful decorations, and representatives of various ethnic groups gathered together, making it a very lively occasion.

Sun Wukong sat high in the main seat, his eyes as sharp as torches, looking around at everyone in the hall.

He stood up and spoke in a loud voice that shook the four directions:
"Today, the grand event of the Three Realms officially begins! The completion of the South China Sea Coral symbolizes the stability of the new order of the Three Realms. All races unite as one to create a better future!"

Representatives of all ethnic groups in the hall stood up, raised their glasses and cheered in unison.

Sun Wukong nodded with satisfaction, and then continued his speech, emphasizing the importance of the new order and the need for unity among all races.

After the banquet, Sun Wukong left Tang Seng alone, and the two walked side by side into a side hall. Tang Seng held a Zen stick in his hand, with a peaceful expression:

"Goku, today's event is unprecedented. You've worked hard."

Sun Wukong smiled slightly, with a hint of concern in his eyes:
"Master, how is the lecture going these days? Do the representatives of each ethnic group have any insights?"

Tang Seng nodded, speaking in a gentle tone:
"Buddhism is gradually gaining popularity, and the barriers between ethnic groups are slowly being eliminated. However, we still need to be vigilant against some people with ulterior motives to prevent them from destroying the new order."

Sun Wukong's expression became serious, and he said in a deep voice:
"Master is absolutely right. I will strengthen my precautions to ensure peace and stability in the three realms."

Tang Seng nodded slightly and said softly:

"That's great. I am relieved now."

Sun Wukong nodded, and then arranged for Tang Seng to return to the meditation room to rest.

He stood alone outside the temple, looking up at the starry sky, his mind full of thoughts but a firmness in his eyes.

Sun Wukong watched Tang Seng go away before turning around and returning to the Qitian Hall.

When he stepped into the Qitian Hall, the hall was silent with only a few flickering candles illuminating Nezha's lonely figure.

He sat alone at the stone table in the center of the hall, holding a jug of wine in his hand, and the wine glass had been emptied several times.

Nezha's eyes were a little dazed, and there was a rare trace of loneliness between his brows.

Sun Wukong walked slowly and as he approached, the smell of alcohol hit him in the face.

"Nezha, why are you drinking alone today?"

Sun Wukong spoke, his voice gentle but concerned.

Nezha looked up and saw that it was Sun Wukong. His expression relaxed slightly, and then he smiled bitterly.

He did not answer immediately, but poured himself another glass of wine and drank it all.

After putting down the wine glass, he slowly spoke:
"Great Sage, do you think this new order can last forever?"

Sun Wukong raised his eyebrows slightly, sat down opposite Nezha, gently picked up the wine pot, and filled a cup for him:
"Why do you ask this?"

Nezha clenched the wine glass tightly, his knuckles turned slightly white, and his tone was filled with a bit of suppressed anxiety:
"I always feel that Yang Jian's method is inappropriate. Although the old members of the Heavenly Court have surrendered, who can guarantee that they will not turn against us? If they secretly collude, chaos will arise sooner or later!"

Sun Wukong remained calm and looked at Nezha calmly:

"Yang Jian's methods may be gentle, but they have their reasons. When the new order is just established, being tough will only provoke greater resistance."

Nezha frowned and placed the wine glass in his hand heavily on the table:
"But we can't always be indecisive! The old members of the Heavenly Court are hidden dangers. If we don't eliminate them in time, there will be endless troubles!"

Sun Wukong shook his head slightly, his tone still calm:

"Nezha, the goal of the new order is harmony among the three realms, not division and opposition. If we just suppress them, wouldn't that be a departure from the original intention?"

Nezha was silent for a moment, and the impatience between his brows gradually turned into thought.

He looked up at Sun Wukong with a hint of doubt in his eyes:
"In your opinion, what should we do?"

Sun Wukong smiled slightly, with a gleam in his eyes:
"The stability of the new order requires not only deterrence, but also trust and cooperation. We can strengthen supervision of all ethnic groups and formulate more detailed patrol plans to prevent problems before they occur."

When Nezha heard this, his eyes gradually brightened and his clenched fists slowly loosened:

"You mean, we should both deter them and give them opportunities?"

Sun Wukong nodded:
"That's right. We can formulate a strict patrol system to ensure that the movements of each tribe are under control. If there are any unusual movements, they will be dealt with immediately; if someone behaves in a law-abiding manner, they will be given due respect and trust."

Nezha's expression relaxed a lot, and the worry between his brows gradually dissipated.

He raised his glass and shook it gently:

"Great Sage, perhaps I am too impatient."

Sun Wukong raised his glass and clinked it with his, saying with a smile:

"No need for words between brothers!"

(End of this chapter)