Chaos Spirit Field

A considerable number of people within the Western Sect echoed Samantabhadra's sentiments, clamoring to evacuate Xiniu Hezhou. Meanwhile, Tathagata Buddha quietly waited for the situation to develop. When the argument intensified, he finally spoke, "Everyone, please be quiet. The Jie Sect's strength is indeed insufficient to swallow the entire Xiniu Hezhou, but Zhao Yunxiao may be able to do so. Don't forget, her last name is Zhao."

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire Great Leiyin Temple fell into silence. Guanyin Bodhisattva stepped forward and asked, "Buddha, will Zhao Yunxiao join forces with the Wushen Temple?"

The Tathagata Buddha replied: "If the Western religion withdraws from Xiniu Hezhou, this possibility cannot be ruled out."

Maitreya Buddha immediately retorted: "Tathagata Buddha, would Tongtian Master agree?"

The Tathagata Buddha smiled and replied, "Maitreya Buddha, do you think Zhao Yunxiao needs to consult Tongtian Patriarch? The area from Wanku Mountain to Cuiping Mountain has long been under the control of Jiejiao, but it's just not legitimate. The Western Sect is now out of reach, so why not just do a favor? However, Jiejiao wants to take over half of the demons in Xiniu Hezhou. What do you think, Maitreya Buddha?"

Maitreya Buddha was the true ruler of the Western Religion. He pondered for a long time before finally speaking slowly, "That area can be handed over to the Jie Religion, but there is one condition: Zhao Yunxiao must not allow the Wushen Temple to be involved. This is also the will of the Saint."

After hearing this, the Tathagata Buddha fell silent, communicating with Zhao Yunxiao. Time ticked by, as the Western Sect members waited anxiously. Finally, after a long wait, the Tathagata Buddha slowly opened his eyes and spoke, "Maitreya Buddha, Zhao Yunxiao has agreed. The Jie Sect will officially take over the demons east of Lion City in three days. Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, this matter will fall to you. Ensure the handover with the Jie Sect."

Samantabhadra Bodhisattva said with a depressed look on his face: "I obey your orders."

Buddha Tathagata continued, "Although Jiejiao has taken over half of the demons, the situation of the Western Sect remains grim. You must not slack off. Guanyin Bodhisattva, please pay more attention to the movements of the Western Journey Team and try to help them share some of the pressure."

With the Western Sect and the Jie Sect reaching a consensus, the crisis brought by the Heavenly Court's conscription order was temporarily resolved. Zhao Yunxiao led Bixiao and Qiongxiao to set up the Nine Bends Yellow River Formation, trapping thousands of demons.

The so-called demons are cosmic pests. They not only have amazingly defensive shells but are also immune to magical attacks, making them difficult to kill. The Jie Sect is similar to the Western Sect in that they both lack high-end combat power, with more defense than offense.

The Tathagata Buddha gazed solemnly at the Nine Bends Yellow River Formation set up by Zhao Yunxiao and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration: "Yunxiao, I didn't expect that the Nine Bends Yellow River Formation could be used in this way. You are really creative."

Zhao Yunxiao smiled slightly, a hint of shyness on her face, and replied softly, "Ling'er, thank you for your praise. This is all what I learned from the formations my father left behind. The formations must be adapted to the local conditions. Demons have no emotions, only killing. The Soul-Falling Formation has no effect on them, so I strengthened the Soul-Confusing Formation. Unfortunately, it can only trap them, not kill them. If I had my father's strength, there would be no need for all this trouble."

Buddha Tathagata casually agreed, "Yes, my sworn brother is indeed very powerful..."

Zhao Yunxiao smiled softly and said coquettishly, "Ling'er, you are so bad. You took advantage of me."

The Tathagata Buddha smiled awkwardly and changed the subject: "Yun Xiao, let's not talk about Zhao Shanhe. What do you think about the future of this world? Who will have the last laugh?"

Zhao Yunxiao fell into deep thought. After a moment, he replied, "Among my brothers and sisters, Yunduo has the best chance."

The Tathagata Buddha nodded in agreement, but also said, "Yun Duo, you actually have a good chance. If you are willing, I will fully support you."

Zhao Yunxiao smiled and said, "Ling'er, thank you for your kindness. I appreciate it. Those involved are often confused, but those who are observing clearly can see things more clearly. Father dotes on Yun Duo the most, and the result is obvious. What's there to argue about?"

Buddha Tathagata asked in confusion, "Yun Xiao, didn't your father leave the Three Realms?"

Zhao Yunxiao replied, "Ling'er, my mother, Yang Hui, and Yang Xiaochan are all in the Three Realms. Could it be that my father would only take Luo Tianshuang away? Isn't he afraid of kneeling on the washboard?"

After Zhao Yunxiao's reminder, Tathagata Buddha suddenly realized something. He said, "Yunxiao, you said that 50,000 demons gathered at the Tianhe Navy Camp. Could it be your father's doing?"

Zhao Yunxiao pondered for a moment before replying, "Father loves to play pranks, so I can't rule that out. When the catastrophe is over, are you willing to travel the universe with me?"

The Tathagata Buddha gazed at Zhao Yunxiao affectionately, his eyes filled with tenderness and longing, and slowly said, "If this catastrophe ends and we are both still alive, if you stick with me, I will be with you through thick and thin. At that time, there will no longer be a Tathagata Buddha in this world, only Qiao Ling'er. If I had just acted coquettishly with my godmother and let her go, why would I have taken on this mess of the Western Religion? You don't know, those bald men treat me like a thief."

Zhao Yunxiao's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile. He replied softly, "Those bald men in the Western Church are indeed short-sighted. They even rejected my father in the beginning. Otherwise, how could he have ended up in such a predicament today?"

The Tathagata Buddha nodded in agreement. "Yes, who says not? Something has happened to the Eighteen Arhats Formation, and I must leave immediately. The Sixth Master of the Styx has already infiltrated, so you must be extremely careful. If you encounter danger, don't worry about the agreement between the Western Sect and the Jie Sect; just seek Zhao Yunfei's help."

Zhao Yunxiao nodded slightly, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes: "I will pay attention to my safety, and you need to take care of yourself as well."

When Tathagata Buddha returned to the Great Leiyin Temple, he saw Guanyin Bodhisattva with a stern face. He shuddered in his heart and whispered, "Guanyin Bodhisattva, I will pay more attention next time."

Guanyin Bodhisattva frowned and said in a serious tone: "Qiao Ling'er, perhaps I shouldn't have involved you in this dispute."

The Tathagata Buddha had a solemn appearance, a hint of helplessness on his face. He slowly said, "Every cause has its consequences. This is what I owe to the Western Church. Some things are unavoidable. Guanyin Bodhisattva, if Zhao Shanhe invited you to leave with him, would you go?"

Guanyin Bodhisattva was silent for a moment, lowering his head in thought. After a while, he replied, "If it's Xuanzang, I'll consider it, but forget about Zhao Shanhe. He's too fickle."

Upon hearing this, Tathagata Buddha couldn't help but laugh and said softly, "Bodhisattva Guanyin, aren't Zhao Shanhe and Xuanzang the same person? You're obsessed."