Chapter 94 - 092: Tao Yao Searches for Doulu Palace
It is said that Wukong was captured by Yang Jian using the Demon-binding Rope, and upon receiving the news, Li Jing immediately ordered a retreat.
The other five Demon Kings, who had been instructed by Wukong earlier, saw that their long battle had hurt none and had no choice but to retreat as well.
The Heavenly Court’s army was jubilant, having endured several days of fierce, the capture of the Monkey Demon finally brought immense satisfaction. However, they had no idea of the detailed reasons behind it; otherwise, they might not have been able to smile. Li Jing too breathed a sigh of relief, for these Demon Kings were tough adversaries who had caused him significant losses. Now with the Monkey King captured, a pressing crisis was resolved.
After the five Demon Kings withdrew, Li Jing held a ceremony in the main army camp to honor and award. Details need not be mentioned.
Meanwhile, Wukong was brought to the Heavenly Court to face the Jade Emperor, who sat high on the Dragon Throne, looking down at Wukong.
"Demon Monkey Sun Wukong from the Lower Realm, you have caused widespread disaster and have shown no remorse, only defiance. You deserve death many times over. Do you admit your guilt?" the Jade Emperor demanded loudly.
Wukong, chained and unable to use his divine powers, did not struggle but merely smiled and said, "Old Jade Emperor, just bring out whatever rules you have, and let Old Sun face them all. Why the fuss?"
The Jade Emperor’s expression grew cold as he said, "Very well, very well! You truly are an untamable wild creature, rightfully deserving this great calamity! You will be taken to the Immortal Slaying Stage so you may realize the might of the Heavenly Court!"
Having consumed the Elder Lord’s Elixir, Wukong no longer feared these tricks of the Jade Emperor; his body had become as invulnerable as Vajra. How could the Jade Emperor scare him?
Wukong scoffed and challenged, "If you can make Old Sun frown, then you’re indeed formidable, old Jade Emperor!"
This comment infuriated the Jade Emperor. The Monkey King had truly made him lose face! Waving his hand, he ordered, "Four Heavenly Kings, take this monkey head to the Immortal Slaying Stage!"