Bang!

A resounding explosion, as if the heavens and earth were being split apart, echoed throughout eternity!

I wielded the Ruyi Golden Cudgel, towering like a heavenly pillar, shattering the clouds and ascending to the Ninth Heaven, smashing the Southern Heavenly Gate!

"Monkey! Stop now, and it's not too late!"

A figure suddenly intercepted the Golden Cudgel, blocking me. His aura was immense and boundless, terrifying!

"King Lingguan?"

I didn't loosen my grip on the cudgel, but a hint of astonishment flashed in my eyes.

First, I was surprised at how deeply King Lingguan had hidden himself, able to engage in a fierce battle with me.

Second, I couldn't understand why he, among all the heavenly and buddhist beings, was the one stopping me?

You see, King Lingguan was one of the Marshal Commanders of the True Martial Great Emperor. There was no need for such a display, right?

But then, I quickly dismissed those doubts!

"Hah! Not enough!"

Flames seemed to ignite within my pupils. With a breath, I unleashed the power of capturing stars and seizing the moon!

"Today, I, Sun Wukong, shall claim the Jade Emperor's throne!"

I laughed wildly and swung the thousand-jin staff, shattering the heavens, the sun, and the moon!

I flaunted that overwhelming divine might!

Reckless!

With just one strike, King Lingguan was forcefully knocked down by me!

But why did his eyes look so strange?

A sense of unease lingered in my heart, as if I had fallen into a vast spider's web, but I quickly dispelled that feeling!

I am Sun Wukong, the Great Sage Equal to Heaven!

Within these ten thousand miles of the world, with my abilities, where couldn't I go?

I laughed heartily and stepped into the supreme Lingxiao Palace!

Upon the imperial throne was a figure completely shrouded in boundless divine radiance, causing all the stars in the heavens to dim before him!

He was the ruler of the Three Realms!

He was the Jade Emperor, the Most Compassionate and Benevolent High Emperor of the High Heavens!

"Tsk... you monkey!"

"Do you think that by killing me, you can take the position of the Lord of Heaven and Earth?"

Before I could react, the Jade Emperor lightly laughed and spoke indifferently.

"The Lord of Heaven and Earth?"

I sneered disdainfully and curled my lips.

"What's the difference between that position and me, Sun Wukong?"

"Do you think I care about being the Lord of Heaven and Earth?"

"Oh? If not for the position of the Lord of Heaven and Earth, why did you ascend to the heavens, you damn monkey?"

Upon hearing my words, the figure within the boundless divine radiance seemed slightly stunned, as if puzzled.

"Why?"

I suddenly stopped, then took a step forward, raising my head!

Fire blazed in my eyes!

"Jade Emperor! Can you see a path for the myriad beings in this heaven and earth to ascend to immortality?!"

"Can you see a way for these extraordinary creatures to live in peace?!"

"You wield the power over heaven and earth, yet you do nothing... and yet you think you're worthy of being high and mighty?!"

I shouted angrily, my voice resonating like a bell, echoing through Lingxiao Palace!

The wind ceased and the clouds stopped.

Time seemed to freeze at this moment!

The figure shrouded in boundless divine radiance slowly stood up, emanating an oppressive aura that made me fully alert!

But I, Sun Wukong, would not retreat!

Since I came here, I won't speak of retreat!

"You damn monkey, you have such audacious aspirations. I underestimated you when I gave you the position of the Protector of Horses..."

The Jade Emperor chuckled lightly, then suddenly turned his back, gazing into the west, and murmured softly:

"Breaking the deadlock, breakingthe cycle of life and death... Monkey, you have truly surpassed my expectations."

I felt a shiver run down my spine. The Jade Emperor's words were filled with a profound meaning that I couldn't fully comprehend. What did he mean by breaking the cycle of life and death?

Before I could ponder further, the Jade Emperor turned back towards me, his eyes glowing with a mixture of wisdom and sadness.

"Sun Wukong, you are right. I have become complacent in my rule over the heavens. The path to immortality has been obscured for far too long, and the beings of this world suffer as a result."

I listened intently, my curiosity piqued. The Jade Emperor continued,

"You, Monkey, have always been a disruptor of the established order. Your journey to the heavens, your defiance against the gods, and your unyielding spirit have shown me the flaws in my reign."

"Flaws?" I repeated, my voice tinged with disbelief. "Are you admitting your mistakes, Jade Emperor?"

The Jade Emperor nodded solemnly. "Yes, Monkey, I admit my mistakes. I have grown stagnant, blinded by my own power. But you, with your indomitable will and desire for change, have given me hope."

I couldn't help but feel a mix of astonishment and skepticism. The Jade Emperor, the ruler of heavens, acknowledging his mistakes and expressing hope for change?

"Monkey, I offer you a proposition," the Jade Emperor said, his voice filled with sincerity. "Join me in revolutionizing the heavens, in breaking the chains that bind the beings of this world. Together, we can create a new era of harmony and enlightenment."

I stood there, stunned by the Jade Emperor's words. The offer was unexpected, and I couldn't ignore the allure of the possibility he presented. But could I trust him?

After a moment of contemplation, I spoke with determination, "Jade Emperor, if your intentions are true and you are willing to bring about meaningful change, then I will stand by your side. But remember, I will not be a mere puppet. I will ensure that the voices of all beings are heard and respected."

A flicker of admiration appeared in the Jade Emperor's eyes. "Very well, Monkey. I accept your conditions. Let us forge a new path together, one that will shake the heavens and reshape the destiny of all."

And so, an unlikely alliance was formed between the Great Sage Equal to Heaven and the Jade Emperor, setting in motion a series of events that would challenge the established order and bring about a transformation of the heavens themselves.