Lao Tzu is Ji Gong

Chapter 203 Fei Xuan's Tribulation

Shang Xiufang sighed softly, "It's been more than ten years since you came. If it weren't for the cultivation techniques you gave me, I'm afraid I would have aged and lost my beauty long ago."

After saying that, her tone carried a hint of resentment.

Li Xiuyuan smiled slightly upon hearing this and said, "If you really want to be with me forever, it's not without a chance."

Shang Xiufang asked excitedly, "Really?"

Upon seeing this, Li Xiuyuan smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, when have I ever lied to you?"

Shang Xiufang was delighted and nodded in agreement, "Yes!"

After a long while, the music suddenly stopped.

Li Xiuyuan's lips curled up. He watched Shang Xiufang sing with great effort, and after the singing stopped, he couldn't help but sigh, "Xiufang, your singing voice has improved a lot over the years."

After saying that, he looked at Shang Xiufang.

Upon hearing this, Shang Xiufang smiled and said, "As long as you like it, I can sing for you every day."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan nodded and replied, "Yes!"

Although the world of the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl is a void, Li Xiuyuan can transplant a forest and even build structures within it after a period of effort.

Then, when we put Shi Qingxuan, Feng Heng, Xi Shi, and others into Li Xiuyuan's world, they won't be lonely anymore.

Li Xiuyuan was the same; when he had nothing to do, he could also enter the world within the pearl.

Shang Xiufang was very pleased to hear this. She had been living alone in her empty room for many years, which was naturally uncomfortable. If she could enter the world of the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl, although she could not be with Li Xiuyuan every moment, she would be able to enjoy the world.

But if she could meet with Li Xiuyuan at least once every ten days or so, Shang Xiufang would be content.

Li Xiuyuan had Shang Xiufang extract a wisp of her soul and place it into the Black Lotus of Annihilation. As long as it was his woman or a capable subordinate, it needed to be protected.

Thus, the two of them enjoyed themselves quite freely and happily in Cihang Jingzhai, and half a month passed in a flash.

On this day, a strong wind suddenly arose in Cihang Jingzhai, and howling sounds came from the mountains. Many towering trees swayed, and patches of frost and snow rose and fell like waves.

Especially in this mountainous area, the sound of the pine trees rustling in the wind sounds like the roar of the sea, carrying a powerful and majestic atmosphere.

what!

Li Xiuyuan's lips curled up. He was slightly startled. Someone was about to undergo tribulation, and that person was in Cihang Jingzhai. Who else could it be besides Shi Feixuan?

Li Xiuyuan and Shang Xiufang immediately flew out, and saw a Taoist figure in the air, dressed in a light blue robe.

Shi Feixuan possessed an ethereal and otherworldly aura, as if she were a fairy descended from heaven. The elegantly designed ancient sword hanging on her back added a touch of heroic spirit to her, and seemed to be reminding others that she possessed unparalleled swordsmanship.

Li Xiuyuan stared intently at her, and saw that she had a slender figure, and her bright and deep eyes, beneath her naturally curved eyebrows, were even more captivating.

Thunderclouds were gradually gathering, but Shi Feixuan remained calm in the face of danger. The cultivation technique she practiced was the Great Sun Tathagata Sutra, which was much stronger than Bai Ling's when she underwent tribulation.

Furthermore, Cihang Jingzhai and Shaolin Temple are practically one entity. They had also witnessed Bodhidharma undergoing his tribulation, so they were naturally aware of the power of the lightning tribulation.

If Shi Feixuan wasn't confident in overcoming the tribulation, she would never act rashly.

Rumble!

Suddenly, the weather changed, and purple lightning, as thick as a wrist, struck down.

Shi Feixuan's expression remained unchanged. She circulated the Great Sun Tathagata Sutra, and the Great Sun Dharma Image appeared behind her. If one looked closely, the appearance of this Dharma Image was similar to that of Li Xiuyuan.

Lightning flashed, and sword energy filled the sky.

Chapter 204 First Disciple Bodhidharma

No matter how fierce the heavenly tribulation was, Shi Feixuan could always find a way to overcome it.

The sky was ablaze with lightning, cascading down like a waterfall, boundless and vast, with purple clouds rising from the east.

Shi Feixuan's sword energy was terrifying. After the nine lightning tribulations, even she was in a sorry state. But at this moment, Shi Feixuan's primordial spirit became even more radiant after being baptized by the lightning.

After a while, the thunderclouds in the sky dispersed, and Shi Feixuan appeared as if a fairy had descended to earth.

Seeing that Shi Feixuan had successfully overcome her tribulation, Li Xiuyuan was slightly surprised. He had originally wanted to make a move, but now there was no need. He hadn't expected Shi Feixuan to be so capable!

What Li Xiuyuan didn't know was that compared to Shi Feixuan, Bodhidharma was truly powerful. He survived the tribulation unscathed, even with his clothes perfectly clean, while Shi Feixuan was left in a sorry state.

At this moment, Shi Feixuan entered the realm of immortals, immersed in the mysteries of the immortal path. After a short while, she opened her beautiful eyes and finally discovered Li Xiuyuan.

Shi Feixuan flew straight down, excitedly exclaiming, "Venerable One!"

Having said that, she flew closer. You should know that since Li Xiuyuan passed on his cultivation technique and left more than ten years ago, Shi Feixuan was reluctant to part with him, but there was nothing she could do.

Seeing them again after decades is naturally incredibly exciting.

Upon seeing this, Li Xiuyuan smiled slightly and said, "Feixuan, it's been many years. How have you been?"

At this moment, he was wearing a light gold monk's robe embroidered with gold patterns, which, combined with his dignified appearance, made him exceptionally handsome.

Upon hearing this, Shi Feixuan smiled, like a beautiful flower in full bloom, and replied, "Feixuan, everything is fine."

As they spoke, the group had already entered the Cihang Hall.

Li Xiuyuan said with a smile, "It's been many years since I last saw Feixuan. I've noticed that your cultivation is progressing slowly. How about we cultivate the Great Dao of Joy together?"

After saying that, he leered at Shi Feixuan, looking her up and down.

Only someone as shameless as Li Xiuyuan could bring up such an explicit topic without any reservations!

Upon hearing this, Shi Feixuan blushed and replied shyly, "Your Excellency, Senior Sister Shang is still here!"

She felt very embarrassed as she spoke. If the two of them were alone, it would be fine to talk about this, but with Shang Xiufang present, it was really not appropriate to discuss it further.

After listening to her junior sister's words, Shang Xiufang glanced at Li Xiuyuan with a hint of resentment, and then said indifferently, "It's alright, the three of us can comprehend it together."

Upon seeing this, Shang Xiufang knew all too well that the famous Cihang Fairy of the Tang Dynasty had already been taken by Li Xiuyuan, and that she had spent a lot of time with the demoness Wanwan in Chang'an, serving Li Xiuyuan.

Now that she's with her junior sister again, Shang Xiufang doesn't have much resistance. The main reason is due to her cultivation method. The Demonic Sect emphasizes doing whatever you want, so naturally they don't mind.

Shi Feixuan's face turned bright red, and finally, with Li Xiuyuan's half-hearted resistance, the group of people came together perfectly.

Meanwhile, Li Xiuyuan seemed to have found enjoyment. After staying at Cihang Jingzhai for half a month, an unexpected guest arrived at the mountain gate.

"Disciple Bodhidharma greets Master!"

Bodhidharma, dressed in a bright red monk's robe, bowed respectfully to Li Xiuyuan.

Indeed, it was Bodhidharma, Li Xiuyuan's first disciple.

After Li Xiuyuan accepted Bodhidharma as his disciple, he passed on to him the true scriptures of the Great Sun Tathagata.

Later, Bodhidharma was allowed to practice at Jingnian Temple, but since the deaths of Zen Master Liaokong and the Four Great Monks, the Buddhist community has lacked powerful figures.

At this time, Bodhidharma rose to prominence. First, he received the support of the Four Vajra Guardians of Jingnian Temple. Then, eight years ago, he established Shaolin Temple, which was accomplished thanks to the foundation of Jingnian Temple.

Shaolin Temple was naturally at the height of its power in the Tang Dynasty, and it was only in recent years, with Wu Zetian of the Demonic Sect ascending to the throne, that it was barely suppressed.

Bodhidharma didn't interfere much, since it was a matter for the younger generation. If he handled it personally, wouldn't he have to do everything himself in the future? As long as it wouldn't endanger the foundation of the sect, he wouldn't do it himself.

Although the disciples of Shaolin Temple were quite good, they were still far inferior to Empress Wu Zetian, which is why they were suppressed.

At this time, Bodhidharma did not know that Li Xiuyuan was at Cihang Jingzhai. The main reason he came here was because of the Shushan Sect.

It turns out that after the Five Elders of Shushan left Chang'an with their disciples, they wanted to seek cooperation from the Buddhist community. He wanted to get the opinion of Cihang Jingzhai, so he came in person.

It should be noted that Cihang Jingzhai and Shaolin Temple are allies, much like the Jingnian Zen Temple during the Sui and Tang Dynasties.

What Damo didn't expect was that Li Xiuyuan would be here. If he had known, he would have come immediately.

Upon seeing Bodhidharma, Li Xiuyuan nodded to himself and said, "Well, Bodhidharma, there's no need for such formalities between us, master and disciple."

Having said that, he held Bodhidharma in high regard.

First of all, Bodhidharma's cultivation had already reached the realm of human immortals. He was already thinking about who would take his place when he returned to Mount Ling.

The position Li Xiuyuan mentioned was that of one of the Eighteen Arhats. After all, when he returned, it would probably be a hundred years later, and he would be at least a Great Luo Golden Immortal level expert. If he continued to mingle among the Eighteen Arhats, it would be too inferior!

With the Journey to the West about to begin, Li Xiuyuan needed to plan carefully. The status of an Arhat in Mount Ling was not significant. In his opinion, if an Arhat could not become a Buddha, he should at least be a Bodhisattva!

It is indeed feasible to cultivate Bodhidharma as the successor of the Eighteen Arhats. As for the Bodhisattva status that Li Xiuyuan desires, he is absolutely confident of advancing as long as he demonstrates his cultivation.

Therefore, Li Xiuyuan had already decided in his heart that he needed to cultivate Bodhidharma well so that he could eventually become one of the Eighteen Arhats and take his place.

Chapter 205 Cultivating Arhats

Bodhidharma nodded in agreement.

Despite saying that, he didn't dare to treat him lightly and remained respectful. His own cultivation had advanced by leaps and bounds over the years, but Li Xiuyuan's progress was also considerable.

It's important to understand that each subsequent advancement becomes increasingly difficult.

Upon hearing this, Li Xiuyuan's lips curled up, and he chuckled, "This humble monk has a cultivation method that you may study."

As he spoke, he pointed his finger, and a beam of golden light entered Bodhidharma's mind.

Li Xiuyuan was very satisfied with Bodhidharma's technique, which was the Arhat's Heaven-Turning Seal, and also the signature skill of the Dragon-Subduing Venerable.

In his mind, by the time Bodhidharma reached the Golden Immortal realm, Li Xiuyuan would at least be at the peak of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm!

At that time, Bodhidharma will be promoted to take over the position of Arhat, and Li Xiuyuan will then ask the Buddha for the position of Bodhisattva.

Simply put, it's about cultivating Arhats (Buddhist disciples).

Bodhidharma was overjoyed upon seeing this. He relaxed his mind and did not resist. After the Arhat Overturning Heaven Seal appeared in his mind, he respectfully said, "Thank you, Master!"

After saying this, he knelt down on the ground and kowtowed in gratitude; even with his strong character, he could not remain calm.