Journey to the West: Man in heaven, working nine to five

#1678 - You underestimated the cruelty of Xitian.

Gu Yang's domineering and aggressive aura startled Guanyin Bodhisattva. She waved her hands repeatedly, her face filled with fear.

"No, no, no, Great Marshal, please calm down. We can talk, we can talk about anything!"

However, Gu Yang remained as violent as ever, showing no intention of reasoning with Guanyin Bodhisattva.

Gu Yang's violent demeanor made Guanyin Bodhisattva's heart sink even further.

Previously, Guanyin Bodhisattva naively thought that the Demon Clan had seized the relic only to complete the previous transaction.

Unexpectedly, the Demon Clan directly brought out the relic for a second transaction, giving Xitian no room for discussion.

Now, Guanyin Bodhisattva knew that no matter how eloquent she was, unless she truly resorted to sophistry, it would be impossible for the Demon Clan to give up easily.

Guanyin Bodhisattva, being an intelligent person, quickly said:

If they could cease the war with the Demon Clan, then these things would be insignificant. In fact, this deal would be Xitian's most important undertaking!

Gu Yang was stunned for a moment, unsure whether to accept or reject.

For the Demon Clan, engaging in a deadly battle with the Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva's forces beneath Infernal Purgatory would consume a large number of the Demon Clan's manpower.

In fact, the Demon Clan's consumption in Infernal Purgatory to this point was the reason why the Demon Clan had not made any moves until now.

If the Demon Clan ceased the war, then the Demon Clan could retain most of its strength. Whether it was to break out of Infernal Purgatory and find a foothold in the Six Realms or directly destroy Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva in one fell swoop, it would be a great benefit for the Demon Clan.

It must be said that Gu Yang was also a clever little devil. He prepared to agree, but he also kept a close watch.

"First, let me see the sincerity of Xitian. As for a ceasefire? This little bit of stuff is far from enough!"

Learning from Chu Hao's experience, one must be skilled in swindling and raising prices on the spot.

Of course, Gu Yang would only admit that he learned this from the Shadow Demon, not the Prison God Chu Hao, hmph.

Guanyin Bodhisattva was overjoyed. There was hope!

She never expected to unexpectedly reach an agreement with the Demon Clan. This was simply an unexpected delight!

Without another word, Guanyin Bodhisattva waved her hand directly:

"Diting, please return quickly and gather the items. Within half an hour, let the Demon Clan see our sincerity!"

Guanyin Bodhisattva was certain that even if the Tathagata Buddha heard this, he would definitely agree to such a good thing.

Diting did not dare to delay this important matter of a ceasefire and quickly turned to leave.

At this moment, a gatekeeper Arhat ran over, shouting:

"Great Marshal Gu Yang, your Shadow Demon General has arrived. He says he wants to see you."

Gu Yang was stunned, panicked.

"Quick, quickly invite him in... No, I'll go greet him myself! Why is he here? He's still seriously injured!"

Gu Yang went outside to take a look and saw the Shadow Demon leaning weakly against the corner of the wall, his face full of exhaustion. Clearly, the Shadow Demon's journey had made things worse.

Seeing the Shadow Demon like this, Gu Yang couldn't help but feel sorry for him. He quickly went up to support the Shadow Demon.

"Brother, brother, why are you here? You're still injured! Don't push yourself!"

Gu Yang's heart ached. His own brother was injured like this, yet he refused to rest for even a moment, even traveling thousands of miles from Infernal Purgatory to get here!

This made Gu Yang's heart ache as if it were pricked by needles.

The Shadow Demon patted Gu Yang's shoulder, his voice weak and low:

"I was worried about you. Xitian is treacherous and cunning. I fear they will play tricks."

Gu Yang was shocked to hear this.

"Now that you mention it, I was just about to discuss this with you. I originally wanted to exchange the relic for the second time, but Xitian proposed to take this opportunity to exchange it for a ceasefire agreement.

They have already gone to prepare the treasures. Brother, what do you think about the ceasefire now?"

The Shadow Demon frowned, his expression full of solemnity.

"I knew Xitian would take the opportunity to play tricks, so I hurried here..."

Gu Yang was shocked.

"Brother, could there be a problem with this?"

Shadow Demon: Of course, there's no problem, but if the Demon Clan reaches a ceasefire agreement with Xitian, then we in the Heavenly Court will suffer.

Aren't you going to disturb my peaceful nine-to-five life in the Heavenly Court? That won't do.

The Shadow Demon said earnestly:

"Gu Yang, do you think that as long as we sign a ceasefire agreement, no matter what, our Demon Clan can reduce a large number of casualties, and then, after accumulating strength, whether we find an opportunity to take the initiative to start a war or directly destroy the Three Realms and establish ourselves as kings?"

Gu Yang nodded.

"Yes, that's my plan. What's wrong? Is this idea wrong?"

The Shadow Demon's expression was solemn, and he said in a low voice:

"If we are certain that Xitian is completely sincere and will definitely abide by the ceasefire agreement, then we might be able to believe them... But, do you think they will abide by the agreement?"

Gu Yang's expression was serious and solemn.

"I understand what you mean, so this is just our delaying tactic."

The Shadow Demon shook his head.

"Brother, you underestimate the ferocity and brutality of Xitian.

Once we reach an agreement with Xitian, it's over. While we are counting on a delaying tactic, aren't they doing the same?

Right now, they are completely waiting for us to stop fighting. Then, whether Xitian finds an opportunity to quickly advance the Journey to the West or directly accumulates strength and sends out a large army to surround us in Infernal Purgatory, it is possible.

What they want is to temporarily paralyze us. When the time comes, they will trap us in Infernal Purgatory, and we will be in a dilemma. That will be when our Demon Clan is completely converted by Xitian!

At that time, the Demon Clan will be like the Asura Clan of the past. We must never allow the Demon Clan to be placed in danger!"

Gu Yang's eyes widened when he heard this.

"Ah! There's such a thing! Ah, I didn't think of that at all before! Brother, if you hadn't come, I would have almost been deceived by Xitian!

Now, what should we do?"

The Shadow Demon narrowed his eyes.

"Now that things have come to this, if they are unrighteous, then don't blame us for being unrighteous! If Xitian wants to deceive us, we will directly snatch their things and escape back to Infernal Purgatory to continue our Demon Clan's great cause!"

Gu Yang nodded slightly when he heard this.

"I agree!"