Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything-Chapter 1047: The Emotional Crisis Between Xuanzang and Gaoyang?

Indeed, Kunpeng’s thoughts were exactly what Jiang Liu had in mind.

There was some conflict between Kunpeng and the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team. Although Jiang Liu believed that cultivating a good relationship with Kunpeng was more beneficial than not, he previously even took out a few bottles of Healing Potion as a return gift when Kunpeng came to the Ming Sect to congratulate them with a Fire Essence Pill. 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

However, this was ultimately a matter between the Ming Sect and Kunpeng, not between the Journey to the West Pilgrimage Team and Kunpeng. Therefore, Jiang Liu did not consider Kunpeng’s intentions.

After Jiang Liu arrived at the Ming Sect, he greeted each of the four Quasi-Saint level masters.

Immediately, Jiang Liu’s gaze fell on Randeng Buddha, and he asked, "Buddha, may I ask what brings you and your companions collectively to the Ming Sect?"

Without any unnecessary words, Jiang Liu straightforwardly inquired to Randeng Buddha.

While exchanging pleasantries and glancing at the current situation, Jiang Liu already had some thoughts in mind.

These interpersonal matters are indeed difficult to handle, but isn’t everything relative?

If I find these matters challenging, they must feel the same, right?

"Xuanzang, you are aware of the relationship between Princess Gaoyang and that mystery person, aren’t you?" Hearing Jiang Liu’s inquiry, Randeng Buddha pondered for a moment before asking Jiang Liu.

"Yes, disciple is aware. Some time ago, I even sparred with that mystery person and was fortunate enough to narrowly defeat him!" Followed by Randeng Buddha’s words, Jiang Liu nodded and responded.

However, his answer embarrassed Randeng Buddha slightly.

Xuanzang fought him and defeated the mystery person, yet that mystery person used the Tai Chi Diagram to defeat himself.

Doesn’t this imply that my strength is not even as good as Xuanzang’s?

Fortunately, at Randeng Buddha’s level, his face was as thick as a steel plate.

Even though Randeng Buddha felt a bit embarrassed upon hearing this, it was only a fleeting expression, impossible to notice if not meticulously observed.

With a slight nod, Randeng Buddha continued, "Actually, my purpose for coming here today is to find that mystery person. I narrowly lost to him last time, so I ask for his whereabouts to regain dignity. As for the other Taoist friends, they each have their own purposes, I suppose!"

"Oh? Big brother? Sect Master Minghe, are your purposes also in pursuit of that mystery person?" As Randeng Buddha’s words ended, Jiang Liu’s gaze turned to Master Zhenyuan and Ancestor Minghe, asking with a feigned surprised look.

"Indeed, we are all here for that mystery person. I hope you can help us persuade Princess Gaoyang!" Master Zhenyuan nodded and replied.

"Xuanzang, I recall that you and that mystery person also haven’t quite gotten along, right?" Ancestor Minghe pondered for a moment before speaking to Jiang Liu as well.

The battle between Jiang Liu and that mystery person was known throughout the three realms. Today, with so many Quasi-Saints looking for trouble with that mystery person, Ancestor Minghe thought Jiang Liu should logically stand on their side and support them.

Looking at Randeng Buddha, Master Zhenyuan, and Ancestor Minghe, Jiang Liu maintained a silence.

Then, turning his gaze to Gaoyang, he said, "Gaoyang, you see, they all want to know the whereabouts of that mystery person. Coincidentally, I also want to know, so I hope you can share if you know."

"Now, it’s up to you and me to put on a duet!"

On the surface, Jiang Liu was talking to Gaoyang, asking her to reveal information about the mystery person. In reality, he secretly opened the chat bar between himself and Gaoyang and sent her a message.

Glancing at the message Jiang Liu secretly sent, Gaoyang’s mind was clear, understanding Jiang Liu’s intention.

On the surface, without showing any change, she slightly shook her head, with a troubled look, and said, "Jiang Liu, it’s not that I don’t want to tell you, but I truly don’t know where his whereabouts are. Each time, he comes to the Ming Sect to find me, not the other way around!"

"Even if you don’t know his location, you should at least know his identity, right?" As Gaoyang’s words fell, Randeng Buddha couldn’t help but press further.

"Yes, the Buddha is right! Gaoyang, you should know his identity, shouldn’t you?" Jiang Liu nodded, displaying a stance supporting Randeng Buddha, and asked Gaoyang.

"But I don’t even know his identity. Every time he meets me, he dresses as a mysterious black-clothed figure!" Listening to Jiang Liu’s questioning, Gaoyang shook her head, with a troubled expression.

Looking at her demeanor, it didn’t seem like she was faking it.

"Even Gaoyang doesn’t know the identity of that mysterious black-clothed figure!?" Listening to the dialogue between Jiang Liu and Gaoyang, Master Zhenyuan secretly pondered.

It wasn’t curious that Gaoyang was reluctant to reveal anything when they inquired.

But now even Xuanzang has come and Gaoyang is still unwilling to say anything?

Thinking this through, it seemed somewhat unlikely.

After all, Gaoyang’s reasoning might have a point; if that mysterious black-robed person didn’t want anyone to know his identity, it would make sense to hide even from Gaoyang.

"Are you telling the truth?" Not to mention how Master Zhenyuan and the others beside him were thinking, but upon Gaoyang’s answer, Jiang Liu’s eyes were filled with a look of doubt as he looked at Gaoyang.

Clearly, Jiang Liu did not appear to have much trust in Gaoyang’s words.

Naturally, seeing Jiang Liu asking about the whereabouts of that mysterious person on his behalf, Randeng Buddha and the few Quasi-Saints had no intention of intervening.

After all, having Jiang Liu ask was far more convenient than having themselves ask.

"I am speaking the truth!" Hearing Jiang Liu’s words, Gaoyang nodded and said affirmatively.

At this point, Gaoyang’s face was filled with anger and sorrow, and she said, "Could it be that you don’t even believe my words now?"

"It’s not that I don’t believe you, it’s just that although we have a good relationship, I don’t know what relationship you have with him. What if you deceive me to protect him!?" Jiang Liu said, presenting a dubious posture toward Gaoyang.

"Jiang Liu!"

Gaoyang almost exploded with anger, nearly jumping up as she shrieked, "What do you mean by saying this? Are you implying that you doubt me? Do you think I’ve fallen for someone else?"

"If that’s truly what you think, then the relationship between us is of no meaning."

"So you mean to tell me you are ready to part ways with me for him?" Following Gaoyang’s statement, Jiang Liu’s expression turned serious as he directly addressed Gaoyang, his face evidently showing anger.

"I’ve said all I have to say; there’s nothing more to discuss between us. Please leave!" Gaoyang’s face darkened as she issued an expulsion order.

"You actually want to drive me away? You’ve really changed!" Gaoyang’s demeanor made Jiang Liu’s expression turn unpleasant.

...

Jiang Liu’s and Gaoyang’s conversation had turned into an argument, and it seemed to be escalating.

None of the bystanders, including Randeng Buddha, spoke up, as they believed that Jiang Liu was more likely to get the whereabouts of that mysterious person than themselves.

If even he couldn’t find out, then it was even less likely for them to succeed.

Ordinarily, if his presence had led to the dispute between Xuanzang and Gaoyang, Randeng Buddha would have stepped in to mediate.

However, due to the matter involving Hongmeng Purple Qi, Randeng Buddha refrained from intervening, only silently observing from the side.

At this point, if Gaoyang remained tight-lipped, there would only be two possibilities.

The first is that Gaoyang indeed knows little about that mysterious person.

The second is that the mysterious person’s importance is such that not even a quarrel with Xuanzang can compel her to reveal anything.

"Get out of my way! Stop arguing here!" Just as the argument between Jiang Liu and Gaoyang reached a fever pitch, with Jiang Liu almost raising his Thunder Halberd in readiness, Xueyu suddenly shouted at Jiang Liu.

At the same time, Xueyu drew the Absolute Immortal Sword, appearing ready to act at any moment.

Clearly, if Xueyu had to choose between her father Jiang Liu and her mother Gaoyang, she would unquestionably side with Gaoyang.

"You, you all..." With his finger pointing at both Xueyu and Gaoyang, Jiang Liu’s face turned ashen.

It seemed unbelievable that he found himself in such a situação where everyone has turned against him,

because of his anger, Jiang Liu’s face turned red, his eyes bulged like copper bells, and his chest heaved as if bellows were urging his breath.

Only after a long time did Jiang Liu finally calm his anger somewhat, then he turned his head and said to Randeng Buddha, "Buddha, I’m sorry, I wasn’t able to get the information you wanted!"

"Amitabha, it doesn’t matter, you’ve already tried your best!" At this point, what could Randeng Buddha say? Naturally, he could only offer Jiang Liu some comforting words.

Master Zhenyuan and Ancestor Minghe, nearby, all exchanged glances, their expressions somewhat grim.

The affection between Xuanzang and Gaoyang was well-known throughout the Three Realms and Six Paths.

However, today, for the sake of the mysterious person, the two of them ended up arguing, seemingly on the verge of parting ways.

Even so, Princess Gaoyang remained tight-lipped.

Whether Princess Gaoyang truly knew nothing about the mysterious person or simply refused to speak!

Ancestor Minghe and the others knew that if Xuanzang couldn’t find out, it would be even more challenging for them to do so...