Chapter 108: Future Buddha

Chapter 108: Future Buddha

Even he could guide others into meditation...

Ji Jingqiu was filled with awe, and quietly left after closing the door.

Once again, the function of this Concentration Seal exceeded his expectations, and it lived up to its reputation as a secret art of the Flame Temple Hell.

After returning to the training room, Ji Jingqiu entered the Inner World.

He had sensed it before; the wisp of black mist, upon entering his inner world, suddenly exerted its power, as if grasping his vital point. It enveloped him like a blanket, like a demon descending from the heavens, and then...

There was no 'then'.

Within the Pure Land, the Bodhi Tree swayed, its branches and leaves shimmering with clear light. Two plump tigers played and chased each other beneath it, while nearby, a pool of water was so clear that one could see the bottom, rippling gently.

The harmonious scene before him relaxed Ji Jingqiu's brows, and he felt a sense of tranquility in his heart.

As for the black mist, it had been 'eaten' by the Bodhi Tree as fertilizer, and the tree's leaves had grown to forty-eight, two of which were supported by the Supreme Buddha during this period.

This was the second type of fertilizer Ji Jingqiu had encountered.

If the Supreme Buddha knew, he would surely clasp his hands together and exclaim, "My path is not solitary!"

Just then, Zhou Zhongda's message arrived.

[I've investigated; this woman is from the Wilderness Sect. She probably came to see if you, having stayed with Zhuang Budong for so long, have attracted the attention of certain things.]



[The Wilderness Sect is a rather peculiar organization. If you don't want to get involved with them, just directly refuse their recruitment when the time comes. They are marked as gray within the Management Department's system.]



A member of the Wilderness Sect?

So, they're in the same group as Elder Mu and Sister Mei?

And that thing he mentioned must be the Dream Demon, right? Old Zhou still thinks I know nothing.

Ji Jingqiu silently complained in his heart.

The Management Department internally categorizes underground illegal organizations into three levels: gray, black, and red.

Gray is unavoidable; in the ten thousand years of the Federation's history, not only have gray organizations not decreased, but they also show a growing trend.

It's worth mentioning that the Supreme Buddha Sect was once categorized as gray.

As for now, it's naturally black and is a key wanted target.

Red refers to those who sell out the Federation's interests and are considered 'human traitors'.

Members of the Wilderness Sect have also infiltrated the Four Guardians Star, but what about the Supreme Buddha Sect? Ji Jingqiu prepared to go 'online' and contact Gu Luo Han to coordinate the latest information.

...

...

After sending the message to Ji Jingqiu, Zhou Zhongda entered a dim interrogation room and impatiently said to his colleague inside, "What do you expect to get from this devout follower? Just pry open his skull for me!"

The prisoner, who had been silent and refused to communicate, suddenly lifted his head at that moment, staring directly at Zhou Zhongda.

Zhou Zhongda raised an eyebrow and chuckled, "What, do you think you can stare me to death? Then let your god come."

One could see the prisoner's face beginning to twitch uncontrollably, but Zhou Zhongda remained unperturbed. He stepped forward, tore open the prisoner's clothes, and saw that the veins and muscles on his body were all swollen.

His lips seemed to twist under some force, and he uttered words that sounded like a dreamlike delirium:

"The great master of the black mist is about to descend. He is the cornerstone of all transformations and the convergence of all forms. Those who do not submit to him will be trampled underfoot by ten thousand souls..."

His words were like a chilling wind, sending shivers down one's spine, but Zhou Zhongda, having seen many like this, was neither creeped out nor impressed—he only found it noisy.

He seemed to guess the prisoner's fate, and after pulling his colleague along, he left to discuss the serious matter of what to eat later.

His colleague, still puzzled, turned back in surprise, only to witness a shocking scene.

The prisoner, who had been tightly bound to the chair, began to convulse violently. Suddenly, he transformed into a lifeless husk, his flesh and blood seemingly stripped away in an unseen sacrifice ritual before their very eyes.

"Stay calm, this guy has already signed a contract with his god, and is just one step away from the final sacrifice."

Zhou Zhongda didn't even turn around, remaining composed. Finally, he sighed,

"You say those things in the wilderness don't have physical bodies, yet they love using warriors' vigor, flesh, and bones as offerings?"

Another colleague couldn't help but ask, "What should we do next?"

"Well, what can we do?" Zhou Zhongda shrugged, "Notify the military to thoroughly investigate past entry records, even though it's basically useless. But if they can't find them, that's their problem, and if we don't remind them, it's ours."

"Hmm, I'll go chat with that person from the Wilderness Sect later and see what they know." Zhou Zhongda thought for a moment.

"The Wilderness Sect?" His colleague exclaimed in surprise, "You actually found their whereabouts? These guys are like ghosts, the hardest to trace."

Zhou Zhongda stroked his chin, murmuring,

"Actually... it's not that hard to find them?"

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...

[Gu Luo Han]: Hmm... Aren't you the one who infiltrated the Four Guardians Star for us?

[Gu Luo Han]: I've been wanting to contact you lately. Those heretical sects have been quite active recently, seemingly planning something big on the Four Guardians Star. Try to keep your distance from them.

Ji Jingqiu: (o_O)



Damn, the Supreme Buddha Sect calls others heretical sects and tells me to stay away from them!

Is this how they make themselves look good?

After a moment, Ji Jingqiu understood the crucial point from Gu Luo Han.

The Supreme Buddha Sect aims to attain the position of the only Buddha in the world, so those existences in the depths of the wilderness are its enemies.

If Ji Jingqiu could disrupt the plans of these heretics, not only would he avoid trouble, but he would also receive commendation from the Supreme Buddha.

Ji Jingqiu was amazed as he grasped the fundamental logic.

Is the Supreme Buddha Sect's ambition so grand? To make enemies of the entire world?

Can't they maintain a superficially harmonious relationship with their peers?

At least, they should maintain an outwardly peaceful and harmonious facade.

Secretly backstabbing and stabbing each other is another matter.

[Ji]: I want their detailed intelligence, and I'm willing to dedicate myself to the Supreme Buddha!

[Gu Luo Han]: ... There's no need for that. Your primary task is to infiltrate the core of the Dragon Tiger Dojo and obtain a divine artifact for the Supreme Buddha.

Divine artifact?

This was the first time Ji Jingqiu learned of the Supreme Buddha Sect's specific plans from Gu Luo Han.

[Ji]: This matter may improve my evaluation within the dojo.

[Gu Luo Han]: How so?

[Ji]: It's difficult to explain, but please trust me, Senior!

[Gu Luo Han]: ... Alright, I'll try to investigate their plans. Even without investigating, it's not hard to guess. They've probably found another loophole and are attempting to awaken the one beneath the Four Guardian Stars. It's a tedious plan.

What a sharp critique!

[Gu Luo Han]: Ji Jingqiu, have you surpassed the Human Candle since joining the sect?

Ji Jingqiu's eyes flashed with determination.

The Human Candle is the very reason the Supreme Buddha Sect is wanted by the Management Department, and it also signifies the sect's complete shift towards another realm.

After a moment of consideration, Ji Jingqiu replied.

[Ji]: I've only joined for a short time and haven't found an opportunity yet.

[Gu Luo Han]: Good, remember, do not touch the Human Candle! It's best to minimize contact with Blood Arhat Li Buyi as well!

Upon seeing this reply, Ji Jingqiu was taken aback. He didn't expect Gu Luo Han to advise him like this.

[Gu Luo Han]: Touching the Human Candle is a matter of aptitude. If you do so, you'll lose the chance to become a Buddha Son!

[Ji]: Senior Li Buyi also said I could become a Buddha-Son.

[Gu Luo Han]: Hehe, the Buddha-Son he speaks of is for you to become the sect's physical Buddha, a vessel to contain the Supreme Buddha's power. The Buddha-Son I speak of is the true Buddha-Son, the future Buddha who will inherit the Supreme Buddha's path and rule over the Samsara World!

Future Buddha? Ji Jingqiu was astonished. Is there such a position?

[Ji]: Please enlighten me, Senior!

[Gu Luo Han]: Do you know about the Supreme Buddha Sect's past?

[Ji]: I've heard a little.

[Gu Luo Han]: Then, do you know about the Ancient Law Sect?

Ji Jingqiu recalled that the Supreme Buddha Sect was divided into two factions.

One faction adhered to ancient traditions.

The other faction attempted to establish new laws and created the Supreme Buddha for salvation.

The latter even used the remnants of Mu He Shan's heart core, the son of Mu Shuai.

[Ji]: Senior, are you from the Ancient Law Sect, following the ancient traditions?

[Gu Luo Han]: Not bad. The New Law Sect is corrupt, and although it has strengthened the sect's power, it has also trapped the Supreme Buddha in the quagmire of chaos. To save the situation, we must overthrow the old and establish the new!

[Gu Luo Han]: Assisting you in entering the core of the Dragon Tiger Dojo is the first step in our plan!

Ji Jingqiu remained silent.

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Those years when the heretic sect members tried to recruit me to overthrow the old and establish the new, saving the sect from its crisis.

It was somewhat abstract.

Ji Jingqiu was surprised by Gu Luo Han's grand ambitions.

He tried to inquire about the so-called divine artifact, but Gu Luo Han didn't give a direct answer, only saying that he would know when the time comes.

In the end, to keep Ji Jingqiu "hooked," Gu Luo Han revealed a secret.

[Gu Luo Han]: If you can obtain the inheritance of the Samsara World, there's hope for you to become a grandmaster!

Ji Jingqiu refused to bite into this big promise.

It's simple logic; the Supreme Buddha Sect hasn't produced a grandmaster to date.

After the call, Ji Jingqiu didn't rush to leave the Buddha Country.

He accessed the Supreme Buddha Sect's merit transaction network and searched for inheritances like the Concentration Seal.

He also found the Samsara World mentioned by Gu Luo Han.

[Samsara World]: Divine Seed, capable of evolving into a human body and a heavenly dojo.

After the divine strangeness, there's divine power! But seeing the terrifying merit value, Ji Jingqiu thought that even ten Blood Arhats wouldn't be enough to purchase it.

It seems the only way to obtain these inheritances is through the Supreme Buddha's active commendation.

Over the next few days, Ji Jingqiu maintained his regular cultivation.

...

That afternoon.

Ji Jingqiu finished absorbing the new three rounds of forbidden knowledge, but unfortunately, there was no rabbit to stumble upon this time.

After getting up, he prepared to head to the White Jade Capital.

After these days of tempering, he felt his martial arts were about to take a significant step forward, allowing him to forge his path entirely.

(End of Chapter)

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