Attaining Immortality, Starting From Slaying Demons
Chapter 1148 - 707: Ming King Protects the Scriptures, Invites Taixu Pill Emperor to Emerge and Raid!_2

Chapter 1148: Chapter 707: Ming King Protects the Scriptures, Invites Taixu Pill Emperor to Emerge and Raid!_2

Buddha’s voice resonates in the ears, echoing throughout the minds of Bodhi Sect followers.

This is a divine edict, leaving no room for negotiation.

"Tsk."

Hearing those titles, Shen Yi slightly pursed his lips.

Quite the gathering... like a zoo.

He had anticipated this day would come, for unlike Shenxu Ancestor who wanted to devour him, the Bodhi Sect truly intended to send this Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Great Ming King into the world to endure tribulations and conquer territories on behalf of the Bodhi Sect.

In other words, Shen Yi himself was part of the group he most dreaded.

He just didn’t expect the Bodhi Church to name names and assign tasks to its followers so specifically.

Fortunately, he was prepared; using the Town Stone to protect the Great Nan Continent afforded him a temporary chance to slip away, at least keeping his cover from being blown too soon.

"Protecting scripture..."

Shen Yi murmured, his thoughts racing.

Was this because the demons failed to destabilize Shen Zhou, and now the monks have resorted to their old tricks?

Whether it’s the theft of scriptures, the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva preaching, or the old monk from the Golden Light Prefecture nourishing demons with his flesh.

From beginning to end, the Bodhi Sect has tried to establish a noble and righteous image in the hearts of the people of Shen Zhou.

The purpose is simple.

The Divine Dynasty’s foundation lies in ensuring peace and prosperity for the common masses, thereby gathering such a vast Emperor’s Aura.

Should the people find Bodhi Sect more reliable than the Divine Dynasty, public sentiment is bound to shift.

If everybody is converted to Buddhism, it remains uncertain who would command the Emperor’s Aura thereafter.

Demon chaos is merely a means to disturb public sentiment, but these "saving those in suffering and difficulty" Arhat Bodhisattvas are the fatal blades disintegrating the Divine Dynasty’s foundation.

Contemplating this, even Shen Yi felt quite challenged.

The unrest in Shen Zhou is an undeniable fact, and the situations in the other three continents may not be much better than the Great Nan Continent.

Under such circumstances, if the Bodhi Sect offers help and announces it to the world, and if the Divine Dynasty refuses and anything goes wrong, the populace will undoubtedly attribute the fault to the Imperial Court’s arrogance and indifference to the lives of the common people.

But if the scriptures are indeed paraded across the Four Continents under the escort of great Arhats, then the Bodhi Sect’s image as the savior of the world would genuinely be established.

A dilemma with no solution.

"What exactly is the True Scripture?"

Shen Yi squeezed his palm slightly, starting to consider other possibilities.

Putting everything else aside, the Bodhi Sect really doesn’t skimp on bait, whether it’s the Golden Lotus Skill preached by the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva or the "stolen" Arhat Fruit Position Great Scripture — those are all genuine Three Teachings True Methods.

Could something a Great Arhat escorts personally and offers to the Human Emperor be...

At this thought, Shen Yi’s heart skipped a beat.

Regardless of whether he is willing or not, this journey is now a necessity.

In that case.

Shen Yi’s eyes narrowed slightly, and he stepped into the Taixu, disappearing from Jianyang Prefecture City.

...

As Buddha’s voice conveyed the teachings, and the divine edict was delivered to the Imperial Capital of the Divine Dynasty, the news spread throughout the Four Continents and Eight Seas in the hands of invisible forces.

"The Scripture Protector isn’t the Golden Toad Arhat?"

"With such a significant event, how could it be that Lao Shizi Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Great Ming King stepping forward."

The Bodhi Sect’s followers were all talking, clearly puzzled.

It wasn’t that they looked down on the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Great Ming King; his Perfect Fruit Position cultivation from Three Thousand Tribulations was already widely talked about, attracting countless people who aspired to get a glimpse.

However, he was still new to the sect and lacking notable deeds to convince others.

And the task of transporting the scripture concerns the reputation of the Bodhi Sect — it must not be bungled.

Moreover, the person in charge of this task would surely receive the attention of countless eyes from around the world — it’s a great opportunity to accumulate Tribulation Power.

Reasonably, it should be the Golden Toad Arhat, who holds the top position in the sect.

This Great Arhat, also possessing a Perfect Fruit Position from Three Thousand Tribulations and even having been guided by a Buddha, was endowed with more than just a few Divine Skills.

"Could it be..."

Suddenly, a disciple had an epiphany, and as his voice trailed off, the rest fell silent.

Could it be... The Golden Toad Arhat is about to ascend to become the Golden Toad Bodhisattva?

Only this reason could explain everything.

Apart from the Bodhi Sect, the Three Immortals Sect was also not at peace.

Suddenly, a line of figures appeared outside Mount Shenxu.

Although these people were all individuals whose lifespans were counted in tribulations, the oldest among them seemed no more than middle-aged, with most showing young faces, all exuding an air of immortal grace and elegance.

"These thieving monks are really too anxious!"

"If they really succeed, where would there be any chance for us?"

If a discerning person were to see this, they would realize that the seven or eight people gathered here were all notable characters from the Three Immortals Sect, second only to Tian Dong and Qingluan.

Each of them, normally in seclusion for cultivation, had now quietly descended the mountain and entered the mundane world, ready to make their move.

There may be a gap within the Fourth Grade Realm, but as long as one enters tribulation and seizes the opportunity to ascend to the Third Grade, that gap would be quickly crushed.

It could be said that everyone had a chance.

Among these outstanding individuals, the most eye-catching was the young man at the forefront, wearing a black feather Taoist robe, with handsome features, a spot of cinnabar between his brows, and a cold and stern gaze.

"Xuan Wu Taoist Brother, we know you are highly skilled and do not fancy Mount Shenxu, but this matter concerns the supremacy between the Three Immortals Sect and the Bodhi Sect. We kindly ask that you temporarily set aside your grudges. After this matter is resolved, we can slowly resolve the internal disputes of our sect." Someone noticed his expression and softly persuaded.

Tianwu Xuan Wu as the eldest senior brother of that lineage, the fact that he could hold onto this position for so long already proved his strength.

It’s worth noting that among his lineage peers, the one known as the youngest Great Immortal General from the Immortal Court, Qingluan—who holds the Fourth Grade Immortal Seal and has cultivated for two thousand seven hundred tribulations—still couldn’t catch up to his senior brother.

Not to mention anything else, just his Yangwu Taoist Sword hanging at his waist, after many years of nurturing, had already become a magic treasure of two thousand and nine hundred tribulations.

This sword alone was enough to crush most of the Heaven’s Prides in the world.

Furthermore, if he were willing to ascend to heaven to serve as an official, a Fourth Grade Immortal Seal would also be within easy reach.

Mount Shenxu and Tianwu Mountain were once just mutually displeased with each other, but after Taixu Pill Emperor personally killed Qingluan, they became sworn enemies. One could only hope this would not impact the greater matters at hand.

"Do as you please," replied the Xuan Wu Taoist, his voice cold and indifferent, but not out of any particular opinion towards the crowd; it seemed to be his natural demeanor.

He was not opposed to these people coming to Mount Shenxu for assistance.

This action during the scriptural tribulation, apart from the rivalry between the Bodhi Sect and the Three Immortals Sect, was also a battle for young Heaven’s Prides to settle their ranks and solidify their status.

Since this was the case, if there weren’t a few decent opponents, it would indeed lack flavor.

The absence of Golden Toad was already somewhat dissatisfying to Xuan Wu, and whether the so-called Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Great Bright King had any substance was still in question, truly uninspiring.

Therefore, he followed several others to Mount Shenxu.

"If that is the case, then good," said the man beside him with a smile, stepping out of the crowd to salute Mount Shenxu with clasped hands: "We have come to pay our respects to Master Shenxu and seek Taixu Pill Emperor to discuss important matters."

"My master is in seclusion, please come this way," responded the reception.

The treatment given to this group was obviously much higher than what was earlier afforded to Hong Jing.

Not only did Eight Peaks directly open the mountain gate, but it was also the six Peak Masters led by Golden Thunder Taoist who personally came out to greet them.

They appeared to have been well aware of the group’s intentions.

Peak Masters like Qian Feng Taoist and several others were rubbing their hands together, seemingly eager to try.

Golden Thunder Taoist kept a calm face and said softly: "If the gentlemen have come for the matter of the scripture tribulation, I am afraid you may be disappointed. Tian Dan, my junior brother, is not in the mountain. We have already sent word, but have not yet received a response."

"Not in the mountain?" The Immortal Sect’s young prodigy was slightly taken aback, and even Xuan Wu frowned slightly.

The Taixu Pill Emperor, regarded as Mount Shenxu’s renowned figure of the tribulations, and being a representative of Shenxu, how could he possibly be unreachable?

Even if he didn’t dare take part in this matter, this excuse seemed rather far-fetched.

"Heh heh..." The Heaven’s Pride chuckled dryly, his heart filled with doubts.

A person capable of killing Qingluan, how could they be frightened away by a yet-to-appear Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Great Bright King? Could there be some hidden details about what happened back then, an injustice in Qingluan’s death?

Or was it that he feared the Thousand-Armed Bodhisattva who had instigated this whole affair?

After all, Master Shenxu, often wandering the Taixu, couldn’t protect his juniors all the time like other elders could.

But regardless of the reason, this Tian Dan Taoist seemed a bit unworthy of the notorious title of Taixu Pill Emperor, leading to some disappointment.

If one doesn’t dare to enter tribulation, then why bother claiming the title?