Journey to the West: Treasure Vase of the Great Dao-Chapter 529 - 294: Concession_2

The Chen Family's efficiency was remarkable, and in no time, fifteen large chests brimming with gold stood neatly arrayed before Big Black Donkey. However, faced with these chests, Big Black Donkey found himself in a quandary.

With so much to transport, how could he possibly carry it all away by himself, especially without his master's skills at hand?

It was then that Ruyi True Immortal made another appearance and produced a yellow gourd. With a gentle suction directed at the gold, not only the previously mentioned five chests but all twenty chests of gold were absorbed into the tiny gourd, astonishing everyone present who gazed eagerly at the gourd in Ruyi True Immortal's hands.

Especially the middle-aged men, Lao Han and Chen Tao, who realized immediately the strategic significance of such a treasure. War often hinges on logistics, and the transport of supplies is of utmost importance. Every major conflict involves the immense effort of moving supplies. Yet, this treasure could so effortlessly contain such a vast amount of gold, provisioning grains would likewise be within its powers.

At that moment, their eyes gleamed with realization, but Ruyi True Immortal didn't afford them much opportunity to inspect the gourd further as he summoned Little White Elephant, who was still feasting voraciously, and prepared to depart.

"Old Ox, what's the hurry? I haven't fully enjoyed myself yet," Big Black Donkey lamented the moment the topic arose, regretting only focusing on robbing earlier and missing the chance to indulge in the pleasures of the human world. He had envied the romantic scholars in tales told by storytellers, who could embrace beauty freely. Now that he'd had the rare opportunity to experience it himself, he was being dragged away by Old Ox.

"That's right, that's right, I haven't finished eating yet!" Little White Elephant also chimed in incessantly.

Ruyi True Immortal simply gave him a disdainful glance; this little one was on the verge of devouring the entire brothel's provisions and still had the nerve to say he wasn't filled.

"This city is about to fall into chaos, a human tragedy will soon unfold. Do you really want to witness that? Moreover, I saw two individuals in that brothel that unsettled me," Ruyi True Immortal said.

"Who? I didn't notice anyone. Could they be masters?" Big Black Donkey, flying through the air, looked around alertly, feeling as though unseen eyes were watching him from the shadows.

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"Not masters, just a couple of mortals," Ruyi True Immortal shook his head, his tone grave, assuring Big Black Donkey and Little White Elephant that he was not joking.

"Mortals? A demon like you is troubled by two mere humans? That would be the joke of the century if word got out," jested Big Black Donkey.

"You know nothing. These are no ordinary mortals; their eyes are filled with a radiant light, a light that signifies a yearning to change the world and is tinged with anger."

"I've seen that light in the eyes of some youths. Those same youths once turned this land into rivers of blood and caused countless cultivators to meet untimely deaths. They were the main actors of a great calamity, the ones who stirred the times. The closer one gets, the more likely they are to be caught in the upheaval. If we don't leave now, we might be unable to escape if something unexpected happens," Ruyi True Immortal warned.

His serious tone made Big Black Donkey drop his jesting. He had heard of such calamities—every time they occurred, they brought about bloodshed and suffering. For cultivators, without absolute certainty of their own safety, rash involvement could lead to obliteration.

"Oh my, we should definitely keep our distance then. I've even heard that accomplished immortals have fallen during such great calamities," Big Black Donkey said with palpable relief.

"It's not as dire as that. What you refer to are the great calamities that occur only once in many eons. This is a mere minor trouble of the human world. But with our skills and wisdom, it is still hard to predict the outcome, so it's better we leave," Ruyi True Immortal explained.

"So what now? Should we find another city? I'm not done playing yet," Big Black Donkey's eyes lit up again, feeling that his excursion had been worthwhile as it allowed him to truly experience the world, and he was reluctant to leave his unfinished business behind.

But Ruyi True Immortal shook his head lightly, "No, the entire world is now plunged into disarray. We should fulfill our duties; otherwise, once our master learns we have bungled, you well know his methods—then there would be no chance for us to come out again."

With those words, the fire in Big Black Donkey's heart was doused, and he drooped his head dejectedly, muttering, "Ah, my poor freedom."

Before long, Ruyi True Immortal had brought them to land just outside of the city, where the nearby city walls were engulfed in flames, the clanging sounds of weapons clashing and the screams of people illuminated the night. Despite the distance, these noises easily reached their ears.

"Humans truly are astonishing creatures, forever embroiled in their internal strife. Who knows how many beings die this time," Little White Elephant said in a rare moment of seriousness.

"That is the Human Path. You and I were born as demons and struggle to understand their choices and desires. Perhaps it is exactly because of their great suffering that people like the master always emerge," Ruyi True Immortal said thoughtfully.

"But why have you brought us here? Don't tell me you want us to have a good look at this human tragedy," Big Black Donkey asked, utterly confused.

"It's no use explaining to a simpleton like you. I'm waiting for someone here. If he shows up, it's his good fortune; if not, we'll leave," Ruyi True Immortal said enigmatically.

"Who is this person that has captured your attention? Could it be that you, Old Ox, have a bastard child you've left behind in the human world?" Big Black Donkey suddenly wore an expression full of Eight Trigrams, his curiosity piqued as he looked at Ruyi True Immortal.

Unable to endure the taunting any longer, Ruyi True Immortal landed a punch on Big Black Donkey's massive head, the sound of it causing Little White Elephant to blink in surprise.

However, the thick-skinned Big Black Donkey just grinned foolishly at Ruyi True Immortal, jokingly saying, "Could it be that Old Black has guessed correctly? No problem, I can wait as long as it takes. After all, if he is of our kin, I should indeed take good care of him."

Ruyi True Immortal looked speechless at Big Black Donkey in front of him and said, "You think I'm like you? With nothing to do all day long, forgetting the master's orders as soon as you leave the mountain gate."

"How could that be? My loyalty to the master is evident to both heaven and earth. You, Old Ox, should not drive a wedge between us," Big Black Donkey immediately protested, almost swearing an oath. He also glanced around sneakily to make sure Lu Yu was nowhere to be seen before he relaxed.

"Not possible?" A mocking smile appeared on Ruyi True Immortal's face.

"Then let me ask you, what did the master ask me to do this time?"

"What to do, um..." Big Black Donkey thought hard but couldn't remember anything and eventually started to play dumb, "The master said to listen to you about everything, so naturally, you're the one who should tell me. Why should I have to tell you?"

Ruyi True Immortal hummed lightly, then said, "I knew you'd have forgotten everything, you idiot. The master asked us to secretly protect Lu Xun and somehow help him gain some advantages."

"That I certainly knew. What I'm asking is, what does that have to do with the person you're waiting for?" Big Black Donkey quickly changed the subject.

"What does it have to do with him? If he has that insight, I'll recommend him to Lu Xun's side as an Accompanying Mage. Tell me, does that fulfill the master's command?"

Big Black Donkey was suddenly lost for words, mainly because he remembered that his gold was still in the possession of the individual before him, and it wouldn't be good if he angered him and had his gold withheld.

"So when is this person you're waiting for going to come?" Little White Elephant asked, bored out of his mind.

"If he doesn't arrive by the third watch, we'll leave."

Upon hearing this, Little White Elephant looked up at the sky; there was still some time until the third watch, so he lay down on the ground after having had his fill of food and drink and began to sleep.