The Western disciples stared at the shadow that had been lingering in their minds, now approaching with a smile, and for a moment, they were at a loss, frozen in fear, unable to flee.
However, even if they had thought of escaping, their legs were trembling and their bodies were shaking so much that they lacked the courage and strength to do so.
The female immortals of the Immortal Court, seeing the more than a dozen figures flying towards them, were overjoyed and exclaimed.
“Eldest Sister Xiwangmu!”
“Island Master Xu Fang!”
Upon seeing these two familiar figures, the female immortals present all breathed a sigh of relief.
Now that these two had arrived, they were in no danger, and the pressure was on the Western disciples!
Xu Fang and Xiwangmu landed, positioning themselves between the female immortals of the Immortal Court and the Western disciples.
Seeing them land, the female immortals of the Immortal Court immediately crowded around.
“Eldest Sister Xiwangmu, you’ve finally arrived!”
“Yes, we thought we would never see you again. These Western disciples have been threatening us and want to slaughter us all. Our lives were hanging by a thread!”
“Island Master Xu Fang, these Western disciples don't seem to fear you. It seems you'll have to show your power again!”
The female immortals of the Immortal Court, seeing those who could champion their cause arrive, did not hold back and began to lodge their complaints.
Weren’t the Western disciples laughing so happily just now? Why aren’t they laughing now? They deserve it!
“Don’t worry, sisters. With me, Xiwangmu, here, how could I let my sisters be bullied?”
Xiwangmu spoke, her voice soft and gentle as she comforted the frightened female immortals.
Meanwhile, Xu Fang’s gaze fell upon the Western disciples, and he smiled.
“I heard you feel like you’re back in your prime again, and it seems my reputation, Xu Fang’s, no longer intimidates you?”
The Western disciples dared not respond. Even with Xu Fang’s smile, in their eyes, it was nothing more than a chilling laugh before a killing intent arrived!
They were all trembling now, filled with regret.
If only they had fled immediately upon hearing Xu Fang’s name, why did they have to get entangled with these female immortals of the Immortal Court!
It’s all Maitreya’s fault. He courted his own death and dragged them down with him, alas!
Now, it was difficult for them to escape. As Xu Fang spoke, he waved his hand, and treasures flew out, completely engulfing the area.
“Maitreya, don’t hide. Come out!”
Seeing that the Western disciples did not respond, Xu Fang ignored them and shouted.
When Maitreya saw Xu Fang, he felt that something had gone terribly wrong and had already quietly slipped into the crowd of Western disciples, attempting to conceal himself.
He had no confidence in escaping from Xu Fang’s treasure array and could only silently pray that Xu Fang would not discover him.
However, with Xu Fang’s words, even if Maitreya pretended not to hear, and Xu Fang did not actively search for him, Maitreya was still exposed.
This was because the resentful Western disciples silently shifted their positions, retreating in unison and spreading out, revealing Maitreya completely, leaving him nowhere to hide.
Maitreya cursed them as idiots internally. Standing alone in the center, bearing Xu Fang’s pressure, he had no choice but to brace himself and speak.
“Daoist Xu Fang, I trust you have been well? We were merely passing by, and we shall leave after a look!”
“Passing by? Do you think I would believe that?”
Xu Fang laughed, his gaze fixed on Maitreya, stroking his chin as if in deep thought, as if talking to himself.
“I reckon, if I were to kill one or two Western disciples, or perhaps one or two hundred Western disciples, Daoist Zhun Ti and Daoist Jie Yin would not have any objections, right?”
“This!”
Maitreya and the Western disciples were instantly shocked and turned pale.
Was Xu Fang truly so brazen as to intend to slaughter all of them, these Western disciples, right here?
However, it was also a helpless thought. Back then, when Mount Sumeru in the West was so violently ransacked, and countless disciples were killed or injured, Daoist Zhun Ti and Daoist Jie Yin had also smilingly sent Xu Fang away.
If they truly died here, how could Zhun Ti and Jie Yin hold Xu Fang accountable for them!
Thinking of this, the Western disciples wailed inwardly.
What was the point of all this? They couldn’t even catch a glimpse of the treasures and opportunities, and now their lives were at stake!
“Daoist Xu Fang, I am guilty! I deserve to die!”
Maitreya made a decisive move and immediately knelt down, slapping himself repeatedly as he begged for mercy.
“However, my cultivation has not been easy. I implore Senior Xu Fang to spare my life!”
This Xu Fang was someone who acted the moment he spoke. Maitreya knew he was no match for Xu Fang and dared not resist in the slightest, only wishing to live now.
Seeing this, the Western disciples also came to their senses instantly and followed suit, kneeling down in unison.
“Daoist Xu Fang, we were wrong!”
“My most beautiful immortal sisters, we meant no offense, please spare our lives!”
“As long as you spare our lives, we will do anything! I know Daoist Xu Fang’s rules. I am willing to hand over treasures!”
The Western disciples repeatedly knelt and begged for mercy. Some of the more clever ones immediately took out their treasures, intending to exchange them for their lives.
“You know my rules better than I do! I didn’t even mention them!”
Xu Fang laughed and did not refuse, nodding his head.
The Golden-winged Great Peng and the other two understood, and immediately flew up, skillfully collecting the treasures.
The Western disciples did not dare to resist, obediently handing over their treasures. Maitreya also honestly handed over his treasure, with no intention of resisting.
“Houtian Human Seed Bag? Maitreya, you’re quite well-off!”
Xu Fang looked at the treasure handed over by the Golden-winged Great Peng and smiled at Maitreya.
This Houtian Human Seed Bag was a good item, possessing the quality of a Houtian supreme treasure.
This treasure could capture and trap people, and it was incredibly powerful.
In the Journey to the West tribulation, Maitreya’s subordinate, Si Qing Huang Mei boy, stole this item and descended to the mortal realm, disguised as the Yellow-browed Demon King, establishing a fake Leiyin Temple and deceiving the Tang Monk and his disciples.
Sun Wukong, in order to deal with him, invited the Twenty-eight Mansions, the Tortoise and Snake Generals, the Five Divine Dragons, the Young Crown Prince, and the Four Great Divine Generals, along with many other gods and immortals.
However, the Houtian Human Seed Bag was indeed powerful, having collected this large group of gods and immortals within it.
He hadn't expected this treasure to be in Maitreya's hands at this time.
But now that it was in Xu Fang’s hands, Xu Fang did not stand on ceremony and directly accepted it.
Maitreya listened to Xu Fang’s words, wanting to cry but having no tears. Seeing the Houtian Human Seed Bag taken by Xu Fang, his heart felt like it was being cut.
However, in this situation, he was helpless and could only brace himself and say.
“Daoist Xu Fang, we have already offered our treasures. Can you let us leave now?”
Forget it, forget it. Treasures could be found again, but if one lost their life, they had nothing. Trading treasures for life was not a loss.
However, upon hearing this, Xu Fang laughed.
“When did I ever tell you that you could leave after handing over your treasures?”