Lao Tzu is Ji Gong

Meanwhile, Bu Jingyun and Nie Feng, seeing that the two groups of people had already left, quickly returned to the Demonic Sect's headquarters.

As soon as I entered, I saw my lord, the Demon Lord Wutian, who was already sitting there waiting, as if he was waiting for something.

The two looked at each other, both thinking they had messed things up, and walked over somewhat nervously, mentally preparing themselves for how they would be punished.

However, upon closer inspection, I saw...

Wu Tian didn't get angry as expected. Instead, he calmly asked, "Do you two have anything to say to me?"

This kind of rhetorical question, rather than getting straight to the point, made the two of them more anxious.

Nie Feng immediately felt terrified and said, "My lord, please punish us. I am willing to accept the punishment." After saying that, he knelt down with a thud.

Wutian both liked and disliked this kind of loyal but thoughtless person.

What I like about this kind of person is that they will absolutely obey you and never have any disloyalty. But what I don't like is that this kind of person cannot share the burden; they can only do so much, and are more like a henchman.

Any leader would generally know that this situation cannot last.

Then, he gave Bu Jingyun a cold look.

It means: "Didn't you say that this already satisfied the Lord's requirements? Now look what's happened, you're going to be punished again."

Faced with the reckless Nie Feng, Bu Jingyun felt somewhat helpless.

But what he was really worried about at the moment was not that. What made the meticulous Bu Jingyun feel a little panicked was Wutian's smile: "That shouldn't be, that can't be!"

The two looked confused, completely bewildered.

Seeing their expressions of fear, helplessness, anger, but also their most sincere attitude, Wutian finally said slowly, "Actually..."

What was it really? The two, who dared not speak aloud, were like ants on a hot pan, breaking out in a cold sweat. Although they usually got along well with their lord, when things really went wrong like this, their lives were hanging by a thread.

"That's enough." Wu Tian waved his hand.

He continued, "Actually, I'm quite satisfied with the current situation. At least the goal has been achieved. It has bought enough time for the establishment and development of the Demonic Sect." But his expression was surprisingly calm.

This is the method of a leader: to be angry yet calm, still as water yet harboring murderous intent!

Although I am satisfied with the ending, I would be even more happy if the conflict between the Heavenly Court and Buddhism could be further amplified.

The trick of the Six-Eared Macaque impersonating Sun Wukong can only be used once; it seems that he will need to plan more carefully in the future.

However, after the necessary imperial authority has been demonstrated, a clear system of rewards and punishments is even more necessary. Encouragement should follow the discipline applied to the two men. This will motivate them to serve with greater passion and unwavering loyalty.

Wu Tian, ​​who had immediately changed his expression, revealed a slight smile: "You two have worked hard too, get up first."

The two were overwhelmed with gratitude and tears welled up in their eyes: "Thank you, sir. We are willing to go through fire and water for you in the future."

"Alright, alright." Seeing the two of them passionately recounting their filial piety, Wutian waved his hand and placed the World-Destroying Demon Lotus above their heads.

The purple light emanating from the World-Destroying Demon Lotus enveloped the two of them.

The two were so frightened that they knelt down with a thud once again.

Actually, no, this is a reward for them.

Even with their eyes tightly closed, Bu Jingyun and Nie Feng still knew the power of the World-Destroying Demon Lotus, so they were covered in sweat, as if they were about to be completely annihilated.

However, there was no pain at all, and I couldn't help but open my eyes.

I felt as if I had arrived in a dark place filled with demonic energy.

Wutian's voice came from the sky: "You two don't need to be afraid. This is inside my World-Destroying Demon Lotus. As a reward, I'm allowing you to cultivate here. I hope you cherish this opportunity. You'll have to discover its wonders for yourselves."

Once the sound fades, there will be no more sound.

Back in the Lingxiao Palace, the Jade Emperor, in order to appease the various generals, primarily focused on Gouchen Shangdi, Ziwei Dadi, and Houtu Huangdi. After all, Daluo Jinxian (Great Luo Golden Immortals) were sought after by all factions, let alone Hunyuan Daluo Sanxian (Primordial Great Luo Scattered Immortals).

He then made an exception and ordered the palace maids to arrange a grand Peach Banquet, a large-scale event in the Heavenly Palace that was originally only held on the Queen Mother's birthday. However, the Jade Emperor, remembering this incident, felt as if he had been cuckolded, a situation he hadn't yet resolved. He was furious and disregarded everything else.

This serves to appease the army, and the benefits are immense. Anyone with common sense understands that the Jade Emperor has gone to great lengths to achieve this.

Within this celestial realm lies a hidden paradise. Unlike the solemn and majestic Heavenly Palace, this place is filled with green trees, clear streams, colorful clouds, and bright rosy hues.

There were also 3,600 peach trees, laden with fruit, their branches heavy with celestial fruit, truly a sight to behold: "The peaches, green with misty hues, display their crimson beauty under the sun." This magnificent place, abundant with blossoms and fruit, and shrouded in auspicious clouds, was none other than the Queen Mother of the West's Peach Garden.

When the Queen Mother of the West was favored, the Jade Emperor gifted her this entire peach orchard, but now...

Only Sun Wukong dared to cause trouble in this Peach Garden. No one else was able to enjoy these delicious immortal peaches outside of the Peach Feast.

Moreover, as seasoned old foxes, they certainly understood its effects. These peaches not only benefited their physical functions but also had unexpected benefits for their cultivation.

Now that the Peach Banquet has been arranged, everyone is acting like wolves and tigers, eating as much as they can and taking away any leftovers.

This cost the master of the Heavenly Palace a considerable sum of money.

Chapter 848 The Buddhist Sect Changes Masters

However, the thought that after releasing Sun Wukong this time, Tianlong would actually agree to share the insights of the true dragon emperor with him was somewhat comforting.

If we could really obtain this top-grade cultivation technique from the Dragon Clan, that would be wonderful, and we would definitely make a profit.

In fact, within the True Dragon Emperor's cultivation method lies a genuine inherited technique: Divine Dragon Body Protection. Legend has it that if one obtains this technique and successfully cultivates it, a real dragon will protect one's primordial spirit.

If the dragon is beaten to a pulp, it will sacrifice itself to protect its master. This is an invaluable life-saving treasure.

Of course, this is very difficult. Even the current Nine-Clawed Heavenly Dragon Buddha has not yet begun to explore the mysteries of Cangwu.

However, as powerful beings above the Grand Luo Immortal level, their belief in oaths reached an extremely high level. It wasn't just empty talk; for them, it meant keeping their word and fulfilling their promises.

Because in the Three Realms, all vows are recorded, and the punishment varies according to the magnitude of the vow. If someone makes a vow and then fails to keep it, then Heaven will punish them in a predetermined manner.

For example, an unstoppable heavenly thunder that destroys the world, a calamity that strikes, or a change in destiny.

This doesn't just work for mortals; it works for everything in this world.

It is said that the story passed down from back then was about a being who had already reached the peak of the Hunyuan Daluo Golden Immortal realm, which was a powerful existence compared to the Three Pure Ones of Heaven and the Two Saints of the Western Paradise.

Because of a trivial vow, he was struck by a bolt of lightning tens of meters wide, which shattered his soul. Therefore, from then on, the higher a person's cultivation level, the less they dared to disbelieve in vows or easily agree to them.

This is a power that does not belong to this world. No one knows where this heavenly lightning comes from, and even those in the highest heavens cannot escape it.

Some speculate that it is the existence of the Heavenly Dao, while others speculate that it may be the founder, or perhaps there is a powerful hand in the dark that is beyond everyone's imagination.

Of course, this only applies to those who are insignificant compared to this power, just as a dragon cannot be resurrected, but to those who are stronger than oneself.

However, in the known worldview, no one can escape this power, not even a perfected Primordial Golden Immortal would dare to do so.

Perhaps it is only the legendary Heavenly Way, or even a higher level, the Great Way.

After this incident, the Buddhist community replaced Maitreya Buddha, and this change of leadership is an inevitable trend.

The Heavenly Court was so arrogant and smug at the South Heavenly Gate, just because they relied on their power to bully the Buddhist sect, which had no one who could stand up to them.

As the current apparent master of Buddhism, the Buddha.

There was no longer any point in being sidelined. Sure enough, when the Heavenly Dragon Buddha and his entourage returned, they arrived at the Lingshan Palace in a menacing manner.

Sun Wukong was the first to object, as he had almost not made it back this time, so he vented his anger on Maitreya Buddha, who was now truly seated in the throne.

"Hey, do you even know we almost didn't make it back? Are you sitting here comfortably?"

Faced with Sun Wukong's shouts and commotion, Maitreya Buddha was completely helpless.

In the past, if this situation had occurred, at least Jin Chanzi would have spoken up for him and persuaded Sun Wukong.

If we're talking about strength, I'm only around the level of a Great Luo Golden Immortal, so there's nothing I can do. But if we're talking about reason, given the current situation, it's completely useless.

Jin Chanzi tacitly approved of Sun Wukong's actions. If a Buddhist master lacks the strength, he should relinquish his position as soon as possible.

As the saying goes, "The size of a person's stage and his vision are determined by the size of his mind."

Originally, after Maitreya Buddha sent out Bodhidharma, Sun Wukong, and Jin Chanzi, he wondered if that was too many. He even had the idea of ​​calling back one more person. Such methods are really not commendable.

I thought that this level of strength was more than enough. Little did I know that this time the Heavenly Court would go even further, sparing no expense by mobilizing the entire army, including the God of Gouchen, the Emperor of Ziwei, the Empress of Houtu, and even the Jade Emperor himself.

They thought they would succeed quickly, but little did they know they would almost be wiped out!

After hearing this, Maitreya Buddha was also drenched in sweat. Back then, such a thing would have been unheard of for ages; how could it have happened now that he was the master?

Isn't this blatant bullying?

In an era where power speaks, not only Sun Wukong and his companions were dissatisfied with such a Buddhist master, but everyone else also began to complain.

Moreover, the eighteen Arhats to whom Bodhidharma belongs, Sun Wukong, Jin Chanzi, and the Heavenly Dragon Buddha are now all on the same side.

Therefore, with this surge of power, no one dared to oppose it anymore. In their eyes, the Buddha was just a guy who had just entered the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, not worth mentioning.

The Heavenly Dragon Buddha, with his dragon bloodline, could rival the power of a Grand Luo Immortal like the Jade Emperor. Furthermore, the recent incident at the Southern Heavenly Gate has garnered him popular support. Therefore, he rightfully has become the master of Mount Ling.

With a new master, naturally they would want to place their own men within the organization to secure their position.

"One general's success is built on the bones of ten thousand soldiers," though that's not quite the case.

However, Tianlong immediately appointed Qingyuanzi, Jinchanzi, Damo, and others as the three people with the greatest power in Mount Ling, in order to exclude himself.

Sun Wukong naturally didn't care about the hype, so he continued to serve as Bodhidharma's protector, hoping that Bodhidharma could also reach the level of a Hunyuan Daluo Sanxian as soon as possible, so that Mount Ling would become even stronger.

Of course, the most important thing is that if there were a Primordial Golden Immortal, that would be a completely different situation.

Below the saint, we are all ants!

In this way, those who didn't know the situation would think it was Tianlong's sacred mountain, but in reality, they were all under Li Xiuyuan's command.

Subtly and gradually, Mount Ling has become a base for Li Xiuyuan to control his benevolent corpse, the Heavenly Dragon Buddha.

Chapter 849 The Birth of Wutian