txolops Chapter 92 White Tiger Ridge - Li Fa Slays the White Bone Demon
Chapter 92 White Tiger Ridge - Li Fa Slays the White Bone Demon
Upon hearing this, Tang Sanzang hesitated and said, "This...this..."
Bajie, however, said from the side, "Master, go, go! That female bodhisattva is so magnanimous; it's already a blessing that she didn't report us to the authorities. It's only right that we go to her house to apologize."
Sha Wujing whispered from the side, "Second Brother, this is a desolate mountain wilderness, what if..."
Bajie glared at him and said, "What if what? Didn't you hear what people said? She's the only one left in the house after the monkeys have caused so much trouble. What 'what if' could happen?"
Seeing that Pigsy's words made sense, and realizing that he was indeed in the wrong, Tang Sanzang nodded and said, "In that case, we will do as the female bodhisattva says. But would it be convenient for my two disciples to go along?"
The fairy said, "Of course it's convenient, everyone go, everyone go!"
She thought to herself with smug satisfaction: This monk has indeed fallen into my trap! Once he reaches my cave, it will be my domain, and I'll make sure none of you leave alive!
So she gathered the bones, wrapped them in a bundle, carried it in her hand, and said, "Elders, please follow me."
Tang Sanzang mounted his horse, Zhu Bajie carried the load, Sha Wujing led the horse, and the group followed the demon along the mountain path into the deep mountains.
Meanwhile, Li Fa and Baili Bo, ever since they killed the Black Fox Spirit, had been guarding the entrance to the White Bone Demon's cave, never leaving its side.
Baili retorted, "Brother, we've been guarding this place for so long, why haven't we seen any sign of that witch? There's no sound from inside the cave either. Could she have died there?"
Li Fa said, "No rush, no rush. Haste makes waste. Brother, have you forgotten about falling into our trap? Let's wait patiently."
Baili Bo scratched his head and said, "Brother is right, but waiting like this is really hard to bear."
As they were talking, they suddenly heard voices coming from afar.
Li Fa's spirits lifted, and he gestured for Baili Bo to be quiet. The two hid behind a rock, watching intently.
A group of people were seen slowly walking along the mountain path.
A woman, carrying a cloth bag, walked gracefully ahead.
It's the White Bone Demon!
Behind her followed a monk riding a white horse; a man with a long snout and big ears carrying a load; and a man with a gloomy face supporting the luggage.
Li Fa recognized them at a glance—it was Tang Sanzang and his disciples!
Baili Bo also saw it and whispered, "Brother, isn't that Tang Sanzang? Why is he with that witch? Where's Sun Wukong?"
Li Fa knew perfectly well: the White Bone Demon must have used some trick again to deceive Tang Sanzang and make him banish Sun Wukong!
Baili Bo exclaimed excitedly, "So the monster was outside! No wonder there was no movement inside the cave. Brother, let's make our move!"
Li Fa said, "Wait until she gets closer, then make your move."
The White Bone Demon led Tang Sanzang and his disciples to the entrance of the cave.
She put down the cloth bag, took something from her sleeve, and waved it at the stone door. With a loud "boom," the stone door swung open.
The White Bone Demon stepped aside to make way, and said with a smile, "Elder, please."
Tang Sanzang put his palms together in thanks and stepped inside.
Just then—
"Wait a minute!"
A loud shout, as loud as thunder!
Li Fa leaped out and blocked Tang Sanzang's path.
Tang Sanzang was startled, but upon closer inspection, he recognized the old Taoist priest, Ji Huazi, and hurriedly asked, "Old Master? What are you doing here?"
Before Li Fa could explain, he simply said, "Elder, step back! This woman is a monster!"
The White Bone Demon's expression changed drastically upon seeing Li Fa. She never expected that this old Taoist priest would be guarding the entrance to her cave!
She forced herself to remain calm and said, "What nonsense are you spouting, old Taoist priest? How could I be a monster?"
Li Fa sneered, "You're not a monster? You had the black fox spirit transform into your likeness and tried to fool me with your words. Today, I'll make sure you die a horrible death!"
Knowing she couldn't hide it any longer, the White Bone Demon roared, "You damned Taoist priest! You've ruined my plans time and time again! Today I'll fight you to the death!"
Having said that, he shook the cloth bag in his hand, and the white bones flew out, turning into white shadows that rushed straight at Li Fa!
In the blink of an eye, Baili Bo burst out from mid-air and kicked the white bone away.
The White Bone Demon's soul scattered, and she no longer cared about Tang Sanzang. She turned around and tried to escape into the cave.
But Li Fa was prepared. The dragon-skin seven-star whip flew out from his sleeve and struck the White Bone Demon in one swift motion.
The White Bone Demon, in pain, leaped into the cave with all her might.
At the very same instant.
Li Fa activated the Five Thunder Technique, chanting incantations as he raised his hand and pointed!
Five thunderbolts—heaven, earth, water, gods, and shrine—emerged simultaneously, striking directly at the demon's Niwan Palace!
The White Bone Demon let out a miserable scream, her whole body trembled violently, her true spirit shattered, and she perished completely.
The three members of the Tang Monk's group were dumbfounded.
After a long pause, Pigsy stammered, "This...this...Old Master, you...you killed her?"
Li Fa withdrew his supernatural powers, clapped his hands, and said calmly, "Killed him."
Tang Sanzang asked in a trembling voice, "Old Immortal, she...she really is a demon?"
Li Fa said, "If the elder does not believe me, you can take a look at this cave." After saying that, he pointed to the cave entrance.
Tang Sanzang peered inside and saw that the cave was eerily cold, littered with white bones, and reeked of a foul stench. It looked nothing like a human dwelling; it was clearly a demon's lair!
Only then did he believe it, and he clasped his hands together, saying, "Amitabha! Thank you so much, venerable master, for saving our lives! If it weren't for your timely intervention, my master and I would probably already be in the demon's clutches!"
Li Fa waved his hand and said, "Elder, there's no need for such formalities. I have been waiting here for a long time, specifically to rid this evil spirit of its foes."
Pigsy leaned closer and asked, "Old Immortal, how do you know this woman is a demon? And how do you know she would come here?"
Li Fa glanced at him and said calmly, "I have my own plans."
Pigsy retreated sheepishly, not daring to ask any more questions.
Sha Wujing stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Thank you, Master, for saving my master. However... my eldest brother has already been driven away by our master. If he were here, things wouldn't have come to this..."
He sighed as he finished speaking.
Upon hearing this, Tang Sanzang felt a pang of regret, but he couldn't say anything.
Li Fa chuckled inwardly: If your senior brother hadn't been driven away, I wouldn't have had a chance to deal with the White Bone Demon.
Just then, a golden light flashed before his eyes, and the words on the Merit Chart appeared:
[Target of Extermination: Corpse Demon Lady White Bone]
[Karma Assessment: Lower Grade B]
[Slaughter successful]
Please select a reward:
[Optional Reward 1: Five Jiazi of Mana from the "Creating Heaven and Earth Technique"]
[Optional Reward Two: Fetal Transformation (Full Version)]
[Optional Reward 3: Taiyi Great Rejuvenation Pill (Essence)]
Without hesitation, Li Fa silently recited in his mind: "Option Two, the complete version of fetal transformation."
In an instant, a surge of profound information flooded his mind. He felt his understanding of the art of transformation suddenly become clear, without any further obstacles.
Previously, one could only transform into ordinary people, but now one can transform into a Great Immortal or a Primordial Saint at will, without any flaws.
He was overjoyed, but showed it on his face. He simply cupped his hands to Tang Sanzang and said, "Elder, the demon has been eliminated. I shall take my leave now."
Tang Sanzang hurriedly said, "Venerable Master, I have no way to repay your life-saving grace..."
Li Fa waved his hand and said, "No need to report. Elder, take care on your journey. I'm off."
Having said that, he called to Baili Bo, and the two of them soared away on a cloud.
Tang Sanzang and his disciples watched their departing figures, speechless for a long time.
After a long pause, Pigsy asked, "Master, should we... still go into the cave?"
Tang Sanzang shook his head and said, "This is not a good place. Let's find somewhere else."
So the three of them led their horses, carried their loads, and left the cave, heading out of the mountains.