Journey to the West: Tang Monk Conquers Everything

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Trudging along, a day's journey might cover twenty to thirty miles; there was no rush. After half a month or so, they finally could see a city in the distance, and at last, they were within the bounds of Wu City.

Entering the city, they inquired about the old man's daughter's whereabouts, and upon finding her home, they visited her.

Upon hearing the tragic news from Xiaotian Village, the daughter wept bitterly. Of course, she was endlessly grateful for Jiang Liu's kind act of bringing her father to her.

"Holy Monk, for your immense kindness, I will be forever indebted..." the old man also turned his head and earnestly said to Jiang Liu.

For the old man, Jiang Liu's action was nothing less than the grace of saving his life.

After all, without his escort along the way, an old man like himself, alone and without family, would have surely perished, whether he stayed in Xiaotian Village or set out on the road by himself.

"It's time to part ways, old benefactor," with his palms pressed together, Jiang Liu bade his farewell. Seeing that the daughter and son-in-law were willing to take care of the old man, Jiang Liu felt quite content.

Tip: Mission "Escort" completed, reward 7000 Experience Points.

After bidding farewell to the old man, Jiang Liu and Sun Wukong strolled through Wu City, stopping at a grain store to replenish their supplies of rice, flour, and vegetables.

Although Wu City was no longer within the territory of the Great Tang, where copper coins were no longer accepted, fortunately, gold and silver were universally accepted currencies.

However, after stocking up on rice, flour, and vegetables, Jiang Liu showed no hurry to leave Wu City. Instead, he spent some silver coins to set up a stall and put up a sign that read clearly: Free treatment for sprains and injuries, no charge.

Yet, with the sign set up, almost a whole day passed without anyone coming over, leaving Jiang Liu somewhat baffled.

Could the city really be that safe? No one had even the simplest of injuries?

Or could it be that, despite the free services advertised, his stall simply went unnoticed?

"Maybe I need to place some advertisements?" Jiang Liu mused after some thought.

If people didn't know about his stall, they wouldn't come to him for healing, which meant the second stage of his class-change mission could be delayed indefinitely.

While he was quite willing to delay the Journey to the West, he hoped to complete this class-change mission sooner rather than later.

"Master, we've had hardly anyone come by; isn't this terribly boring?" Sun Wukong complained, lying on a bamboo rattan chair, idly swatting at flies. He watched the indifferent passersby and couldn't help but speak out.

"Hmm, so, Monkey, how about you do a few somersaults?" Jiang Liu nodded slightly and suggested to Sun Wukong.

To attract attention, some advertising was needed, and performing a monkey show seemed to be an effective way. Besides, there was already a monkey on hand.

"No, my somersaults won't draw as much attention as you removing your hat. Just take it off, and you'll create an instant sensation," Sun Wukong said nonchalantly as he picked his nose and flicked away a booger.

"Huh? You can be quite sharp sometimes, Monkey," Jiang Liu was momentarily surprised, then his eyes lit up upon hearing Sun Wukong's remark.

"Of course!" Sun Wukong responded proudly, his tail wagging behind him.

However, it didn't take long for the Monkey to realize something, "Wait? Hey, Master, are you saying I'm usually stupid?"

Jiang Liu merely smiled at Sun Wukong's question and didn't answer. Heeding his suggestion, he took off the Vidyaraja crown from his head and placed it on the table beside him.

The twelve Incense Scar Initiations on his head were now completely revealed.

Indeed, just as Sun Wukong had said, the passersby who glanced at Jiang Liu's stall were instantly drawn to the twelve distinctive marks on his head, causing a buzz of amazement.

In no more than the time it takes for half a tea to brew, the crowd had swarmed Jiang Liu's stall, three layers deep inside and out.

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"Everyone, this poor monk is on a divine mission from the Emperor of Tang to pray to Buddha and seek scriptures in Western Heaven. Passing by here is kismet, and thus I have set up a stall with the intent to offer free treatment of sprains and injuries to the people, as a form of good deed," Jiang Liu said as he saw countless people crowding around his stall, forming rings both inside and out.

As expected, fame does indeed make things easier.

In no time, many people had learned that a monk with the Incense Scar Initiation was offering free treatment for injuries. One after another, people began to seek his aid.

Conditions such as colds and flu are beyond my capabilities to heal. I can only treat injuries from falls and blows.

Some people got hurt when they fell while repairing roofs; some cut their fingers while chopping vegetables at home; others injured themselves while practicing martial arts...

For these injuries, Jiang Liu naturally turned no one away. Using the Guanyin Mantra skill over and over, their injuries, not too severe to begin with, were healed as their health bars above their heads were replenished with each application of the skill.

To onlookers, Jiang Liu's methods appeared to be immediately effective, enhancing his reputation even further.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Reminder: Quest progression for class change is 14/200.

Reminder: Quest progression for class change is 22/200.

Reminder: Quest progression for class change is 33/200.

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One after another, people came seeking treatment for their injuries, but the Guanyin Mantra skill required a 600-second cooldown time, which greatly limited the speed of completing the task.

However, seeing the completion of the task gradually increasing, Jiang Liu was quite satisfied. At this rate, he should be able to finish the second task of the class change in just a few days.

But as the seconds and minutes ticked away and the sky gradually darkened, suddenly, a dozen soldiers in armor pushed through the crowd and approached Jiang Liu.

"Master, please lend us your aid," one of the guards said as they brought over several stretchers with four soldiers lying on them, severely injured.

One of them was even close to being gutted, with blood gushing non-stop and a deathly pale complexion. The injuries of these soldiers, clearly caused by bladed weapons, were evident at first glance.

"Guanyin Mantra," seeing the soldier with the most serious injuries, Jiang Liu quickly applied the Guanyin Mantra skill, improving his condition slightly; then he took out a Healing Potion from his bag and poured it down the soldier's throat to stabilize the injury.

With the combined treatment, the soldier, who had just a sliver of health left, saw his health bar above his head recover to about 30%.

Though still gravely injured, there was no immediate danger to his life.

"Gentlemen, how did you come to be injured like this?" Having temporarily pulled the most badly wounded back from the brink of death, Jiang Liu immediately asked with curiosity.

"Master, you are unaware. Recently, a group of strong bandits has emerged. They are highly skilled in martial arts. Many of our brothers went to eliminate them but ended up being killed by the bandits, suffering heavy casualties yet again," the leading soldier said with a shake of his head and a sigh.

"Eh? Are these people in need of help?" Hearing the soldier's words, Jiang Liu's eyes lit up slightly.

Is the trigger for a quest when someone truly needs help and I express my willingness to assist?

This is a good opportunity to find out.

"Master, with your healing abilities, could you possibly join us and lend a hand for the people of Wu City?"

However, before Jiang Liu could offer to help, the leading soldier took the initiative to ask for aid, clearly impressed by Jiang Liu's Guanyin Mantra healing method.

Reminder: Quest "Eliminate Harm for the People" triggered. Quest requirements: Eradicate bandits near Wu City. Quest rewards: 14000 Experience Points, Repair Oil (Primary Level); Failure penalty: Deduction of 14000 Experience Points. Accept/Decline?