Chapter 134 - 131: Constellations Reincarnated Following the Mandate of Heaven
"Speaking of the Tathagata, he sent the Esoteric Sect protector to eliminate Liu Bei’s Left and Right Aids. Although Liu Bei possessed the aura of an emperor, he lacked the presence of Guan Yu and Zhang Fei."
"You see, after Guan Yu fled and was captured at Mai City, losing his head, and Zhang Fei was beheaded by his subordinates, Liu Bei sent troops only to be forcefully struck by Lu Xun. Not long after returning to Baidi City, he ascended to the dragon throne in heaven. Tathagata truly is ruthless, having identified numerous individuals in the north with strong destinies to eliminate potential threats. He aims to bolster the destiny of these individuals, empowering the Buddhist sect and suppressing the Daoist."
But the Daoist were not ordinary folks; the Western Ultimate Hooked Chen of the Heavenly Court acted most mysteriously and incinerated the Esoteric Sect’s protector without hesitation.
After Emperor Hook Chen had dispatched the Esoteric Sect’s protector, Lu Chunyang remarked, "Please wait, Great Emperor, let us have a talk!"
Only then did Emperor Hook Chen notice there were others concealed amongst the clouds, and he said, "It turns out to be Donghua the Great Emperor; it has been a long time since we last met!"
Emperor Hook Chen’s visage appeared as if chiseled by blade and axe, sharp and well-defined, with an intimidating and naturally commanding aura. His prowess among the Four Great Emperors could be considered almost on par with that of Great Emperor Zhenwu. It is said that Emperor Hook Chen is a descendant of the Dragon and Phoenix from ancient times, having obtained the vital blood of the Ancestral Dragon and the feathers of the Colorful Undying Phoenix. With these, he cultivated the Dao and achieved terrifying mana, commanding the myriad Heavenly Thunders, and presiding over human warfare and slaughter.
This human world’s warfare was by no means unrelated to Emperor Hook Chen, who, governing the battles of the human world, manipulated the star’s power to act in accordance with Heaven, allowing those born under special destinies to create chaos in the world. This action falls within Hook Chen’s scope of duty. Moreover, he also controls the various demons of the world; most demons heed his command. The blood oaths issued, and ensuing cause and effect also link back to Hooked Chen Palace. Should anyone break their word, he would surely summon the Heavenly Thunder to strike.
Within the quadrant of Four Great Emperors, the power of Emperor Hook Chen is significant, and his mana formidable. He lived a recluse, deeply respected by many.
Lu Dongbin then said with a laugh, "What Donghua the Great Emperor? Those days are long gone, like oceans turning into mulberry fields. Now, I am one of the Eight Immortals of the Upper Caverns."
Emperor Hook Chen and Lu Dongbin shared some past acquaintance as well. After all, Donghua the Great Emperor governed the Yingzhou immortal island, abundant with countless treasures. Emperor Hook Chen, who often performed alchemy, would also need to acquire some materials from the island. Thus, they met occasionally and addressed each other as fellow Daoists.
Emperor Hook Chen glanced towards the other three and inquired, "Could it be that Zhang Fei’s martial arts were imparted by True Lord Erlang?"