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Chapter 370: Right and Wrong! Declaring War on the Sacred Land! (Part 2)
Chapter 370: Right and Wrong! Declaring War on the Sacred Land! (Part 2)
However, it seems that things haven't taken the worst turn, and they can still wait for a while and see how things develop.
...
"That's how it is."
The scene.
The Human Buddha conveyed the matter.
Then, he waited for a response.
But time was limited, and Mahayana Buddhism had always found out that, just as the Laughing Arhat had said, so even if he pressed further, he couldn't get a clear answer.
It seemed that everything was fine.
They couldn't find the problem either.
"Kong Wu."
At the other end of the sound transmission jade talisman, an aged voice spoke with gravity, "You've been out there for many years, handling these matters, and you should be adept at it."
"As for the specifics, we old folks won't interfere."
"It's good that you're handling it."
"We believe you'll handle it properly."
"..."
"Alright, leave it to me." Kong Wu responded.
Handle it properly.
What does 'handle it properly' mean?
Kong Wu slowly put away the sound transmission jade talisman, his eyes narrowing slightly.
They just talk up there, and we run our legs off down here.
Today, he doesn't need to run his legs off, but these simple words of 'handling it properly' require a lot of consideration.
Fortunately, he has been out there for many years, handling various matters for Mahayana Buddhism.
This kind of thing, however, is still a challenge for him.
He waved his hand to remove the soundproof barrier and approached Xiao Ling'er and the others.
"What's the matter?"
The Ten Thousand Flowers Great Elder said she would take charge, and she was indeed serious and responsible, directly asking with the intention of not letting it go without a proper explanation.
"I've already found the problem."
He spoke up.
Found it? The Ten Thousand Flowers Great Elder frowned slightly.
Xiao Ling'er and the others were also quietly vigilant.
This guy clearly wasn't one to be trifled with. Could he have found some excuse to shirk responsibility?
Or perhaps...
He had truly found the problem? The Laughing Arhat, upon hearing this, instantly breathed a sigh of relief.
He had actually found the problem!!!
"Fortunately, it's truly fortunate."
"It's good that we found the problem, otherwise, we might have been in trouble today."
"Will Kong Wu Buddha be punished after returning?"
"For us, it's even more..."
...
"Speak!" The Ten Thousand Flowers Great Elder pressed, "Where does the problem lie, and what caused it?"
"Alright."
Kong Wu was neither hurried nor slow, appearing confident, but in reality, he was buying time, frantically calculating whether his words had any loopholes and constantly making minor adjustments: "Just now, I had an in-depth discussion with the high-level members in charge of this matter within the sect."
"I can confirm."
"The thief is Tang Wu, and there's no doubt about it, not a single mistake."
"So, the problem lies with the person handling the matter."
"..."
The Laughing Arhat was about to put on his signature smile, but upon hearing these words, he was instantly filled with questions, his face full of confusion as he stared at Kong Wu, a sense of unease rising within him.
What does it mean the problem lies with the person handling the matter?
Who is this person handling the matter?
"Oh?"
"Then, please elaborate." The Ten Thousand Flowers Great Elder narrowed her eyes.
She understood these bald monks of Mahayana Buddhism very well.
Having dealt with them countless times, she knew their character.
Therefore, she didn't believe that Kong Wu, this bald monk, would honestly admit defeat, especially since the hypocritical Buddhist sect would never publicly declare and apologize day after day.
So...
There must be other 'operations' at play.
Now, it's a matter of seeing how he operates and whether it satisfies Xiao Ling'er and her.
"The reason for this matter is clear."
"The instructions from above are also clear."
"The problem lies with the person at the terminal end of handling the matter."
"So..." Kong Wu slowly spoke.
The Laughing Arhat trembled, his face turning pale. "Buddha, what do you mean?"
The person at the terminal end? That's me!
They said there was no problem, but the problem lies with me?
Fuck!!!
He instantly felt like he had fallen into an ice cellar.
He understood, they were going to make him the scapegoat!
They were going to abandon the pawn!
But...
Why me?!
I haven't lived enough yet!
Even the Heavenly Dao Oath was made by me...!
Suddenly!
The Laughing Arhat shuddered.
He understood, he had figured it all out.
Yes, the Heavenly Dao Oath was indeed made by Kong Wu, but the problem was that he himself had made the oath! So, as long as he pushed everything onto himself and directly 'disappeared,' wouldn't this matter be resolved without a trace? Mahayana Buddhism wouldn't need to apologize, and they'd save face.
With the 'person involved' gone, even if Xiao Ling'er and the Ten Thousand Flowers Great Elder wanted to do something, they could only sigh in frustration and be helpless.
This explanation would satisfy them, whether they liked it or not!
So...
Both sides are satisfied, and only I'm injured in this world?!!!
But...
I haven't lived enough yet!
Fuck!
I must save myself!
"No!"
The Laughing Arhat roared, about to refute.
But as soon as he said the word 'no,' he instantly felt immense pressure. With his cultivation at the fourth level of the Ninth Realm, he couldn't resist at all, instantly falling to the ground, completely suppressed, unable to even lift a finger.
He tried to open his mouth.
But he couldn't make a sound.
Even his divine sense was sealed and suppressed within his body, unable to extend even a bit.
He struggled to look.
Only then did he realize that Kong Wu had lightly raised his hand.
With a mere flip of his palm, he thoroughly suppressed and sealed himself!
"Humph!"
"Traitor, you still want to sow discord between our Great Vehicle Buddhism, the Moon Embrace Sect, and the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land. You deserve to die!"
Kong Wu murmured softly.
Boom!!!
The Laughing Arhat instantly exploded, turning into a cloud of blood mist. Even his divine consciousness was obliterated. Subsequently, the blood mist was directly ignited by the Dao Principle fire, turning into a wisp of smoke.
The entire process took less than three seconds, and the Laughing Arhat was completely 'evaporated.'
The other monks' faces changed dramatically, but they dared not speak a word.
"Forgive me for the spectacle."
Kong Wu sighed helplessly, "It is a great misfortune for our family to have produced such a traitor."
"I only just learned that this person had long been bought by the Demon Sect, deliberately causing trouble, trying to incite a war between Great Vehicle Buddhism, the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land, and the Moon Embrace Sect."
"Fortunately, he was caught and punished at the last moment."
"Ah."
"Forgive me, forgive me."
The Grand Elder of the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land gave Kong Wu a deep look, a mocking smile playing on the corners of her mouth. "Truly worthy of being a Buddhist sect, truly worthy of being Great Vehicle Buddhism."
"Consistent as ever."
"No, even more so."
"I am impressed."
Kong Wu seemed not to understand the sarcasm in her words, his expression unchanged as he turned to Xiao Ling Er. "Layman Xiao."
"Are you satisfied with this resolution?"
Xiao Ling Er's expression was solemn, and she no longer trembled.
Pretending any longer would be meaningless.
But her heart was ice-cold.
This Great Vehicle Buddhism was too ruthless! If they treated their own people like this, imagine what they would do to their enemies...
No!
G
So...
They were already 'enemies.'
Moreover, if it weren't for the Grand Elder of the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land being present today, she might not even have had the chance to make a Heaven's Path Vow and place a bet.
"I need to be more cautious."
"These hypocrites are more troublesome than true villains."
Xiao Ling Er warned herself, "Moreover, they are not only hypocrites but also true villains!"
"I must be extremely careful and not fall for their tricks."
As for now...
Xiao Ling Er could only take what she could get.
After all, with the person dead, the matter was settled.
Even if Great Vehicle Buddhism wanted to renege on their promise, she knew they wanted to renege.
They themselves knew their actions were a renege.
To put it bluntly, everyone present, including both sides, knew exactly what was going on.
But...
What could be done?
Kong Wu and the entire Great Vehicle Buddhism had already decided to take advantage of Xiao Ling Er, the Moon Embrace Sect, and even the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land.
They knew very well that the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land would not turn against them over this matter.
Holy Lands understand each other and have their own ways of doing things.
By offering a scapegoat, and even a Ninth Level scapegoat, who was a high-ranking Arhat, and resolving the matter publicly, they had given everyone a way out.
With the person dead, the matter was settled!
What more could you want?
Do you really want to force Great Vehicle Buddhism to lose its temper?
Clearly...
Even Xiao Ling Er, and even Long Ao Jiao, would not be so foolish at this moment.
Even the brash Long Ao Jiao would only vent her anger and express her dissatisfaction and mockery.
"To have a face, you really have a face!"
Long Ao Jiao snickered, "What a great Great Vehicle Buddhism, truly eye-opening. For the sake of face, you don't even care about your own face."
"Isn't that right, you bald monk?"
Kong Wu clasped his hands together, pretending not to hear. "Amitabha."
"Hah!"
"Pathetic."
Long Ao Jiao truly looked down on these monks.
If you say they don't have a face, they still care about face, unwilling to apologize, and directly kill a Ninth Level to give everyone a way out.
If you say they have a face, they end up not caring about it, clearly cheating...
Cheating for the sake of face...
What a tongue-twister?
Long Ao Jiao's face was full of mockery, evident in her expression.
"Heaven's Path Vow..."
Xiao Ling Er spoke softly.
"No need to worry, Layman Xiao." Kong Wu smiled gently. "Since you spoke the truth, why worry?"
"As for the traitor who was turned, his words represent only himself. He is already dead, so the Heaven's Path Vow naturally becomes void. Therefore, there's no need to worry."
Xiao Ling Er was speechless.
This was called 'no need to worry'?
I am reminding you that you are cheating!
Truly shameless.
"Heh."
Shi Hao stiffened his neck and laughed strangely. "What a great Great Vehicle Buddhism."
"I look forward to the day I visit to see for myself."
Faced with such words, Kong Wu naturally paid no attention, only saying lightly, "You are most welcome. When you come, I will personally welcome you. I wonder when you will visit?"
"Don't worry, it won't be long." Shi Hao was fearless.
"Then let's all go together." Long Ao Jiao picked her nose, completely lacking in decorum.
She even flicked a booger at Kong Wu.
Unfortunately, it was blocked by Kong Wu's protective Buddha light.
"Sure, let's all go."
Even the low-key He Qiang couldn't stay low-key anymore.
If asked who he got along with best in the Moon Embrace Sect, it would definitely be Master Sister Xiao Ling Er.
Although He Qiang was the oldest, as the Master Sister, Xiao Ling Er truly cared for her junior brothers and sisters, feeding them all sorts of elixirs until they were full, and worrying about their cultivation, guiding them, etc.
Over time, they naturally became close.
Moreover, He Qiang was not one to forget kindness. If someone was good to him, he should naturally be good to them in return!
The way Great Vehicle Buddhism behaved today was a great insult to Xiao Ling Er.
Even though it didn't cause 'actual' harm, a true gentleman can be killed but not humiliated!
Today's humiliation must be returned!
"Indeed, we should all go together."
Ya Ya whispered softly, "When the time comes, let's call all the senior and junior brothers and sisters."
"He Anxia should also come out and move around."
"Count me in." Jian Zi raised his hand. "I'm also a disciple of Lan Yue Sect."
"Oh, I'll definitely go too. I hope I can improve further when the time comes." Wang Teng, despite his current low-key demeanor, didn't hesitate to express his determination.
Huo Yun Er gave him a cold look. "I may not be the strongest, but what concerns Ling Er is my concern. Today, the Great Vehicle Buddhism has gone too far in their actions."
Qin Yu, Xu Feng Lai, Song Yun Xiao, Su Yan, the Jiang sisters, San Ye, and Xiao Long Nu all expressed their intention to confront the Great Vehicle Buddhism in the near future to seek justice!
Xiao Ling Er's heart warmed at their support.
In an instant, she felt that all her years of diligent pill cultivation had been worth it.
These adorable junior disciples...
They were worth her dedication!
She deserved their loyalty!
"Hehe."
Kong Wu remained calm. "You are most welcome to visit."
He naturally understood that this 'visit' was a veiled threat, a challenge, and a warning. However, facing the threats of these peerless prodigies, Kong Wu was unconcerned.
In fact, he welcomed it!
Peerless prodigies?
Monstrous talents?
Only those who have grown into their power can be considered true prodigies.
But unfortunately, at this moment...
They were not worthy.
In a short time?
If they were given the chance to grow, Kong Wu would retreat without hesitation, and even the entire Great Vehicle Buddhism would not dare provoke them. But within a short time, what could make them grow stronger?
At this moment, he alone could effortlessly sweep them all away!
What was there to fear?
However...
He quietly took note of Xiao Ling Er and the entire Lan Yue Sect in his heart.
"If the opportunity arises, we must eliminate them."
"But for now, there's no suitable chance. We'll wait."
They were just a group of youngsters, relying on their meager talents, thinking they were invincible. In front of him, they openly threatened him and the entire Great Vehicle Buddhism.
It was truly...
A path to self-destruction!
"Do the lay disciples have any more teachings?"
"If not, this monk will take his leave with his people."
He smiled and spoke, and at first glance, he seemed to pay no heed to the 'threats' and insults, as if they didn't bother him at all.
"Please do as you wish."
Xiao Ling Er spoke up. "I look forward to our next meeting."
Usually, Xiao Ling Er wouldn't make such bold statements.
But at this moment, she even wanted to say something like 'thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west'...
Cough.
The atmosphere and emotions were right, and as the person directly involved, if she didn't show some reaction, wouldn't it dampen the spirits of her junior disciples?
"This monk also looks forward to it."
Kong Wu smiled and waved his hand, leading the group of monks away.
In the blink of an eye, there was no trace of them left.
It was as if nothing had happened.
If it weren't for someone directly 'exploding' with rage.
...
"Pfft."
"They didn't fight."
Ye Mo raised his middle finger. "Talking for so long without a fight is boring."
His followers behind him were speechless.
His mother, how boring!
With the Great Elder of Wan Hua here, unless they were willing to risk their lives and even a potential war with the Wan Hua Sacred Land, who would dare to make a move?
Are you crazy?!
If you're so capable, why don't you take action yourself?!
Elder Ma, however, was extremely nervous.
He truly feared that the Saintly Son would lose his temper and go berserk!
Fortunately, Ye Mo wasn't that crazy.
After observing from a distance for a while and realizing that the Great Elder of Wan Hua had no intention of leaving alone, he scoffed. "There's no chance now."
"Let's go back to the East Domain!"
"Phew."
Elder Ma breathed a sigh of relief.
He thought to himself, "Thankfully, they didn't start a fight."
"This is really..."
"Too scary."
If a fight had broken out, and they had initiated an attack on the Great Elder of Wan Hua, he would have directly struck them down without any hesitation. There wouldn't have been any trouble at all!
Who told them to provoke someone without seeing the consequences?
A few outer sect elders daring to challenge the heavens?
Even if the Great Elder was in a good mood, he would, at most, spare Ye Mo's life as a Saintly Son.
But the other elders would have met their end.
Amidst his relief, Elder Ma couldn't help but ponder, "After returning, will I be reassigned to the Beast Taming Garden to raise spirit beasts?"
"That's fine too."
"At least I won't have to follow such a Saintly Son and wonder how I'll die in the future."
"Being a fringe figure and raising spirit beasts in the Sacred Land is safer."
"As long as the Heaven Demon Palace isn't destroyed, they won't come after me, the Elder of the Beast Taming Garden."
"And the Heaven Demon Palace is a Sacred Land that has stood for countless years. It won't just collapse, right?"
"..."
"Well, it should be fine, right?"
For some reason, at this moment, Elder Ma had no confidence in his heart.
He had a bad feeling about it.
...
Upon returning to the Lan Yue Sect, a grand welcome ceremony had already been prepared.
The entire sect was adorned with red decorations and colorful banners.
Both inner and outer sect disciples sang and danced in excitement!
In fact, they had been thrilled for quite some time.
Ever since the news had arrived, they couldn't contain their enthusiasm.
It was astonishing!!!
This was the Prodigy Grand Tournament that swept across the entire Immortal Martial Continent. Although not all prodigies participated, at least seven or even eight out of ten prodigies took part!
The value and prestige of this tournament were far beyond what the previous Southwest Domain Imperial Capital Prodigy Tournament could compare to.
There was no comparison between the two.
In such a prestigious tournament, securing the top six spots and suppressing the various Sacred Lands, their Saintly Sons, and Saintesses was an incredible achievement.
If this hadn't already happened, no one would have believed it even if they boasted to the heavens!
But in reality...
This was all true.
What did this signify? Anyone with a sound mind would understand.
Lan Yue Sect...
Was rising!
About to take flight!
As disciples of the Lan Yue Sect, we might not soar to the heavens, but our status would undoubtedly rise swiftly!
(End of Chapter)
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