This was no ordinary reward, nor was it the shock reward brought about by the mere alteration of someone's destiny in Journey to the West.
This came from the primordial Heavenly Dao, the supreme ruler, and from Patriarch Hongjun, the second ruler.
Therefore, the rewards were immense, abundant, and joyous.
Sun Kong was utterly stunned by the sudden influx of gifts!
[Ding! Ding! Ding! Major rewards incoming! Major rewards incoming!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for five hundred years of reckless behavior, altering destiny, and ultimately shocking the primordial Great World's number one ruler, the primordial Heavenly Dao. This has led to it holding the host in higher regard and providing greater support.]
[To preserve its own status and to restore the primordial Great World to the original order of the Heavenly Dao, it is willing to offer the host greater support and trust.]
[Thus, the first wave of major rewards is triggered.]
[Reward 1: A copy of "The Annals of the Primordial Great World." This book was personally written by the primordial Heavenly Dao and was originally intended to be a summary after the Immeasurable Tribulation. Due to the host's actions, it is being rewarded ahead of schedule.]
[The contents of the book may not be entirely accurate and must reflect the stance of the primordial Heavenly Dao, but it is the most complete and comprehensive historical record within the present three realms of the primordial world, serving as a crucial reference.]
[Reward 2: Three drops of Pangu's essence blood from the primordial Heavenly Dao. Upon receiving this essence blood, the host can strengthen their bloodline concentration and gain infinite benefits.]
[Note: As Pangu's essence blood is currently the most mysterious and highest-level reward, this reward is a one-time offer and will not be repeated.]
[Reward 3: A pass from the primordial Heavenly Dao, forged purely from the primordial Heavenly Dao's vital essence. It is unique and priceless.]
[Upon use, the host can enter the chaotic void under any circumstances and seek the protection and guidance of the primordial Heavenly Dao.]
[However, due to the influence of the demon race's resurgence, the primordial Heavenly Dao's power is far from its peak. Therefore, this pass only guarantees passage and not immunity from interference by others during that time.]
[Please use it with caution, or choose the safest time to do so.]
The first wave of rewards from the primordial Heavenly Dao was indeed quite generous, containing a book, Pangu's essence blood, and a pass that guaranteed passage but not survival.
Sun Kong was immediately dumbfounded.
He also realized that he had not yet completed the twelfth tribulation, nor had he done anything particularly astonishing in recent years, yet he had received such rewards.
This showed that the reward was unrelated to the Journey to the West tribulation itself. It was truly as the system stated: the accumulated actions over the past five hundred years had shocked the primordial Heavenly Dao.
The reward had come a bit late.
But he had to admit, compared to others, the primordial Heavenly Dao was truly magnanimous and generous. For this reason alone, he, Sun Kong, would continue to be loyal to the Heavenly Dao faction in the future.
At least until their interests diverged.
"I, Old Sun, have been a reckless fool countless times, and it is you, the Heavenly Dao and the Patriarch, who are the most supportive. Very well, for the sake of such generosity, I will be even more diligent in the remaining dozens of tribulations."
"This pass is optional. I, Old Sun, am not afraid of death. Even if the Demon Saint attacks, I will not be afraid. Why would I flee for protection?"
"However, these three drops of Pangu's essence blood are indeed excellent. You knew that both Luo Hou and I possess Pangu's essence blood, which might be detrimental to you, yet you still gave it. This shows that you are wise leaders."
"For this reason alone, I, Old Sun, will absolutely not genuinely follow Luo Hou."
"If you don't betray me, I won't betray you. If you help me, I will help you even more. In short, as long as I, Old Sun, can live a new life as a Buddha with my monkey offspring, who becomes the Heavenly Dao or the Patriarch is none of my business!"
Upon receiving the first wave of rewards, Sun Kong was very sensible. While he was sorting and calculating, he chuckled lowly towards a certain location in the chaotic void.
His voice was not loud.
However, he knew very well that since the primordial Heavenly Dao dared to reward him with Pangu's essence blood, it was likely listening attentively to his attitude.
Therefore, with his words, he believed that the two great figures on the other side would surely understand his loyalty.
As expected.
Not long after Sun Kong finished speaking, the primordial Heavenly Dao cast down a golden light, dispelling the fatigue of Sun Kong and his companions, refreshing and invigorating them.
This was an indirect response.
As for Patriarch Hongjun, the second wave of rewards, as expected, decisively appeared.
And it was as generous and abundant as that of the primordial Heavenly Dao!
[Ding! Ding! Ding! Major rewards incoming! Major rewards incoming!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for five hundred years of reckless behavior, altering destiny, and ultimately shocking the primordial Great World's second ruler, Patriarch Hongjun. This has led to it holding the host in higher regard and providing greater support.]
[To preserve its own status and to restore the primordial Great World to the original order of the Heavenly Dao, it is willing to offer the host greater support and trust.]
[Thus, the second wave of major rewards is triggered.]
[Reward 1: A copy of "The Method of Becoming a Saint in the Primordial Great World." This book was personally written by Patriarch Hongjun and was originally intended to be a summary before the eighth Saint was about to appear. Due to the host's actions, it is being rewarded ahead of schedule.]
[The contents of the book may not be entirely accurate and must reflect the stance of Patriarch Hongjun, but it is the most complete and comprehensive experience book for becoming a Saint within the present three realms of the primordial world, serving as a crucial reference.]
[Reward 2: One drop of Pangu's essence blood from Patriarch Hongjun. Upon receiving this essence blood, the host can strengthen their bloodline concentration and gain infinite benefits.]
[Note: As Pangu's essence blood is currently the most mysterious and highest-level reward, this reward is a one-time offer and will not be repeated.]
[Reward 3: A pass from Patriarch Hongjun, forged purely from his vital essence. It is unique and priceless.]
[Upon use, the host can enter the chaotic void under any circumstances and seek the protection and guidance of Patriarch Hongjun.]
[However, due to the influence of the demon race's resurgence, the primordial Heavenly Dao's power is far from its peak. Therefore, this pass only guarantees passage and not immunity from interference by others during that time.]
[Please use it with caution, or choose the safest time to do so.]
The second wave of rewards was somewhat similar to the first.
Both included Pangu's essence blood.
Both included passes.
And both included a significant book personally written by either the primordial Heavenly Dao or Patriarch Hongjun.
The difference was that the primordial Heavenly Dao was on a higher tier than Patriarch Hongjun and gave more rewards. However, regardless of anything else, the fact that "The Method of Becoming a Saint in the Primordial Great World" was given was enough for Sun Kong to believe in these two great figures.
For this reason alone.
It was worth his second declaration of loyalty to Patriarch Hongjun.
Afterwards.
He set off once more, heading towards Fuling Mountain!