The Thunder Generals let out a fierce shout, raising their thunderous weapons as they charged forward.

  However, Sun Wukong's expression turned cold, and without hesitation, he swung the Ruyi Golden-Hooped Rod with full force!

  Boom!

  The thirty-six Thunder Generals joined forces, blocking the rod with a deafening explosion!

  The Golden-Hooped Rod expanded in the wind, sweeping the thirty-six Thunder Generals hundreds of feet away!

  The hands of the Thunder Generals trembled as they gripped their magical tools, their faces filled with fear.

  Was this demon monkey truly so powerful?

  But Sun Wukong had no intention of letting them go. With a flick of his wrist, he swung the rod again, striking down with even greater force!

  Boom!

  The massive shadow of the Golden-Hooped Rod loomed over the thirty-six Thunder Generals.

  "Audacious demon monkey! How dare you act so recklessly!"

  At that moment, a celestial general emerged from the Pervading Fragrance Hall, wielding a divine sword. He slashed furiously at Sun Wukong!

  "Wang Lingguan!"

  Sun Wukong's eyes narrowed as the Golden-Hooped Rod clashed with the divine sword, the two forces evenly matched.

  "Impressive, demon monkey! Quite the skill!"

  Wang Lingguan's body trembled as he swung his sword again. "But today, you shall remain here!"

  "Just you?"

  A cold smile played on Sun Wukong's lips as he raised the Golden-Hooped Rod and struck again. "You think you can save these thirty-six Thunder Generals? You're not qualified!"

  Boom!

  This strike carried the full force of Sun Wukong's boundless power!

  Rumble—

  Despite Wang Lingguan's formidable cultivation, how could he withstand Sun Wukong in his full fury?

  Moreover, the current Sun Wukong was far stronger than he had been in the original tale!

  In an instant, Wang Lingguan was sent flying, crashing into the Pervading Fragrance Hall!

  As for the thirty-six Thunder Generals, they bore the full brunt of Sun Wukong's strike.

  Boom!

  Their souls scattered, and their bodies turned to dust!

  "This isn't enough!"

  Sun Wukong's fiery eyes locked onto Wang Lingguan's figure as he strode forward.

  "Since the Jade Emperor dared to conspire with the Tathagata to trap me, it's only fair I collect some interest now."

  The Golden-Hooped Rod expanded in the wind, growing as thick as a bowl!

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  Boom!

  With a single strike, the rod smashed into the Pervading Fragrance Hall!

  Rumble—

  Amidst the sound of heaven and earth shaking, the Pervading Fragrance Hall crumbled. Wang Lingguan, already injured, was the first to face Sun Wukong's wrathful strike.

  "No…"

  A desperate scream echoed as Wang Lingguan was reduced to ashes!

  "Next, it's your turn!"

  Sun Wukong turned sharply, his gaze falling on the heavenly soldiers and generals who had followed the Thunder Generals and Wang Lingguan. Their hearts tightened in fear.

  Wang Lingguan, a peak Taiyi Golden Immortal, had been killed just like that?

  The demon monkey's power had grown even stronger since his capture!

  Who could possibly stop him?!

  In the Hall of Divine Mists.

  As the ruler of the Three Realms, the Jade Emperor had naturally received reports of the chaos. Coincidentally, just as he was informed, the Supreme Ancestor's Golden-Robed Boy arrived to report Sun Wukong's escape.

  "What a coincidence."

  The Jade Emperor snorted coldly, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

  "Your Majesty, the demon monkey has destroyed the Pervading Fragrance Hall and is heading toward the South Heavenly Gate!"

  Boom!

  As soon as the heavenly official finished speaking, a thunderous explosion echoed.

  The South Heavenly Gate had been shattered!

  Along the way, countless heavenly soldiers and generals had fallen. Though many divine warriors and celestial generals tried to stop him, none could withstand a single blow from Sun Wukong!

  He had already crushed the South Heavenly Gate and was now pointing his rod toward the Hall of Divine Mists!

  "This monkey is too fast!"

  The Jade Emperor's eyes grew even colder. "Damn it, the monkey's power has clearly grown. This has something to do with that old fool, the Supreme Ancestor."

  After a moment of contemplation, the Jade Emperor suddenly looked up and calmly ordered, "Go to Mount Ling at once and summon the Tathagata to subdue the demon monkey!"

  Since this was the Buddhist Sect's plan, let them deal with the Daoist Sect's mess! The fallout would naturally fall on the Buddhists!

  The Gold Star of Venus, standing nearby, quickly nodded in agreement.

  As this was part of the original plan, the Tathagata arrived swiftly.

  Just as Sun Wukong was about to enter the Hall of Divine Mists, a gentle breeze brushed past him, and a massive golden Buddha appeared before him.

  "Step back, all of you!"

  The golden Buddha smiled serenely, exuding an aura of unshakable authority. With a single command, the heavenly soldiers and generals surrounding Sun Wukong immediately retreated.

  "Demon monkey, cease your rampage!"

  Hearing the newcomer's words, Sun Wukong frowned slightly.

  "Who are you, bald monk? How can you make these heavenly soldiers retreat so easily?"

  To be honest, Sun Wukong, having been influenced by Xu Fang, was not unfamiliar with the Tathagata. But this was his first time meeting him in person.

  The Tathagata, now revealing his true form, smiled and said, "I am ?ākyamuni from the Western Paradise. I have heard of your reckless and disrespectful behavior, ignorant of the natural order, repeatedly causing chaos in the heavenly palace. Tell me, what abilities do you possess that make you dare to wreak havoc here?"

  "Wreak havoc?"

  Sun Wukong sneered. "Not only will I wreak havoc, but today I will also drag the Jade Emperor off his throne!"

  Though he was burning with anger, seeking revenge for himself and Xu Fang, he knew his rebellion would ultimately fail.

  But no matter what, he could not implicate Xu Fang!

  Hearing Sun Wukong's words, the Tathagata chuckled.

  Seeing the Tathagata's smile, Sun Wukong's rage flared even hotter. "What are you laughing at, you bald donkey?"

  Unperturbed by Sun Wukong's insults, the Tathagata replied with a smile, "I laugh at your ignorance, little monkey. What abilities do you have that make you think you can seize the Jade Emperor's heavenly palace?"

  "Hmph, I have an indestructible body, eternal life, and seventy-two transformations…"

  Sun Wukong, seemingly blinded by anger, began listing his powers.

  But before he could finish, the Tathagata shook his head and laughed. "Haha, mere parlor tricks. Is that all you have to boast about?"

  "Bald donkey, what did you say?"

  Sun Wukong's eyes widened as he pointed the Golden-Hooped Rod at the Tathagata!

  But the Tathagata simply extended his massive hand and said with a smile, "How about we make a bet? If you can leap out of my palm, I will admit defeat and ask the Jade Emperor to move to the Western Paradise, leaving this heavenly palace to you…"

  Hearing this, Sun Wukong was momentarily stunned.

  This bald donkey's palm was only a few feet wide. Even if his cultivation was unfathomable and he excelled at creating illusions, could Sun Wukong, with his somersault cloud that could traverse 108,000 miles, really not escape his grasp?

  Could it be that this bald donkey had a grudge against the Jade Emperor and was trying to sabotage him?

  For some reason, Sun Wukong's mind seemed clouded, and a hint of temptation appeared on his face.

  But just as Sun Wukong was considering the bet, a loud shout suddenly rang out!

  "Wukong, don't agree to it!"

  Everyone turned to see Xu Fang, clad in dark armor, his cape billowing in the wind, descending from the clouds!

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