The Sect Leader's Bizarre Recruitment Chapter 383: Eleven Supreme Sovereigns Gather, Targeting the Buddhist Sect! (Part 2) - Novel Cool

Chapter 383: Eleven Supreme Sovereigns Gather, Targeting the Buddhist Sect! (Part 2)

Chapter 383: Eleven Supreme Sovereigns Gather, Targeting the Buddhist Sect! (Part 2)

"What should we do?"

"How can we handle this?"

The bald monks looked at each other, and in the moment of confrontation, they were completely suppressed, only able to grit their teeth and endure.

At the same time, they communicated with their divine senses at the fastest speed, searching for a viable strategy.

But...

"With just us, there's no chance of survival. We must call for help!"

"Call for help? That's easier said than done. This is the Eastern Domain. If we call for reinforcements, even if powerful allies come to our aid, won't the Celestial Demon Palace also seek help and send reinforcements?"

"Their reinforcements will arrive faster and be stronger than us!"

"Therefore, calling for help isn't a wise move. We already have no chance of survival, so why drag others into this and die together with us?"

"Sigh, let's just consider this as our last service to Buddhism."

"..."

"Buddhism?"

Several Buddhas who knew the truth felt a sense of melancholy upon hearing their words.

However, they didn't say much more.

They fought desperately, but they were no match for their opponents and were quickly suppressed.

"Capture them alive!"

A Celestial Demon Palace elder suggested capturing them alive.

But when the bald monks heard this, they burst into laughter: "Hahaha, what a joke!"

"Capture them alive? In your dreams!"

"As followers of Buddhism, how can we be captured by the Celestial Demon Palace?"

"We'd rather die than surrender!"

"!!!"

Boom, boom, boom, boom!

One by one, they self-destructed.

In the end, not even a single hair was left.

"Such decisiveness?!"

Elder Chu's expression turned grim: "This is simply outrageous!"

"Don't get angry!"

Someone whispered: "Think about it, the more Buddhism acts like this, the more it indicates that they have a big problem."

"So, hurry!"

"Inform the Palace Lord, and it's best to announce this to the world. Then, contact the other Holy Lands to discuss this matter together!"

"That makes sense!"

"Let's go!"

They quickly cleaned up the battlefield and returned to the Celestial Demon Palace as fast as they could to report the situation.

Palace Lord Li Canghai's beautiful eyes shone with intensity as she listened to their report: "So, the Great Vehicle Buddhism and the entire Buddhist Sect are on the brink of destruction!"

"Pass on the Palace Lord's orders. Immediately contact the Wuyi Palace, Heaven-Patching Pavilion, Heaven-Splitting Sect, Sitting Forgetfulness Sect, Nine Dragons Sacred Land, and the other nine major Holy Lands in my name. Request their Supreme Sovereigns and Holy Mothers to come and discuss this matter."

"Say that it concerns the survival of the entire Immortal Martial Continent, and there must be no mistakes or absences!"

"Yes, Palace Lord!"

The entire Celestial Demon Palace was filled with excitement, and they acted with maximum efficiency, spreading the news to the various Holy Lands.

...

In Zhongzhou, at the Wuyi Palace.

Saint Child Zhao Wuji was discussing the Dao with his master. Well... discussing the Dao was just a way of saying that he was listening to his master's teachings, occasionally asking questions about his doubts.

Suddenly, Saint Wuji's eyebrows twitched.

"Huh?!"

"Is this true?"

When he received the message from the Celestial Demon Palace, his first reaction was disbelief.

What do you mean by survival and the fate of the entire Immortal Martial Continent? Is it that easy for the Immortal Martial Continent to be destroyed? This is a joke, right?

Moreover, you guys are the big demons, right? Even if something happens, it's because of your Celestial Demon Palace's doing, isn't it? But upon second thought, that didn't seem right either.

"Although Li Canghai is indeed a big demon, he's not an idiot. If he says this, there must be a reason."

"Since that's the case..."

"Going there once won't be a problem."

"Let's see what he's up to and what tricks he's playing."

He stood up: "Wuji, you can continue your cultivation. I have something to attend to, and we'll discuss it when I return."

As his words fell,

Zhao Wuji wanted to say goodbye, but when he looked up, his master had already disappeared without a trace.

...

Upon receiving the news, the Heaven-Patching Pavilion, Heaven-Splitting Sect, Nine Dragons Sacred Land, Taiyi Sacred Land, and the other Holy Lands were also surprised. However, they all had a certain understanding of Li Canghai and believed that he wouldn't make baseless claims. Therefore, they all took this matter very seriously.

The leaders of these Holy Lands set out for the Celestial Demon Palace without delay.

They weren't afraid that Li Canghai would dare to play tricks on them or set a trap.

The Palace Lords of the Holy Lands were not to be trifled with.

Unless the Celestial Demon Palace didn't want to live, why would they dare to do this?

To kill so many Palace Lords?

Even if they managed to kill them, the Holy Lands would rise up the next day, and the Celestial Demon Palace wouldn't be able to stop them!

...

Inside the Moon Embrace Palace.

Lin Fan saw that the plan had progressed further, and he couldn't help but feel relieved.

"Finally, we've reached this step."

"Next, it's time for the six major sects to besiege the Bright Summit..."

"No, wait, it should be the 'Eleven Holy Lands' gathering in the Western Domain."

As he was pondering, a familiar voice reached his ears: "Lin Fan, how about going together?"

Lin Fan: "..."

"Where are you going?!"

"Don't pretend."

Gu Xinglian's voice became clearer, and at the same time, she had already arrived above the Moon Holding Sect and was quickly descending.

Lin Fan opened the formation and invited her in, but he was still full of confusion: "No, Holy Mother, I'm not pretending."

"I truly don't know what you mean."

"I also don't know where you're going."

Gu Xinglian looked deeply at Lin Fan: "Yes, yes, you're right."

"But are you sure you don't want to go and see the excitement?"

"This..."

Lin Fan hesitated: "The Holy Lands are having a gathering, and our Moon Holding Sect is just a small sect. Why would we go and get involved?"

"I don't want to be a busybody."

Lin Fan really didn't want to go.

He had two concerns.

First, the Celestial Demon Palace had invited the other ten Holy Lands, so what was the Moon Holding Sect going to do there? Wouldn't we be like Liu Bei among the eighteen lords attacking Dong Zhuo, and end up being ridiculed? I don't have Liu Bei's patience, and I'm afraid I won't be able to hold back my anger! So it's better not to go, out of sight, out of mind.

II. The Risk of Exposure

This is the most crucial point.

If one can avoid exposure, they must do so at all costs, or else who knows what trouble might arise.

Let those Holy Lands handle the negotiations and arguments; the Moon Holding Sect only needs to bide its time and wait for the real battle to begin.

Hmm...

"That's a strange thought."

"To kill the bald monks, we'd have to pull some strings."

The moment this thought crossed Lin Fan's mind, he felt like laughing.

"..."

Gu Xing Lian's beautiful eyes scanned Lin Fan, "You're really not going?"

Lin Fan spread his hands, "I'm not qualified."

"..."

"I originally wanted to bring you to the forefront, but I didn't expect..." Gu Xing Lian shook her head and no longer insisted, "Then I'll go by myself."

"Be careful, Senior."

Lin Fan waved his hand.

As Gu Xing Lian left, Lin Fan turned around, and his eyes gradually narrowed, "Go to the forefront?"

"I was thinking of doing that, but it's not the right time yet."

Who wouldn't want to step into the spotlight?

With sufficient strength, who would bother with schemes?

Directly crushing the opposition is the most straightforward and satisfying approach, but alas, one's strength is still inadequate.

Even against a Holy Land like Great Vehicle Buddhism, which was nearly crippled by Gatlin Bodhimanda, Lin Fan and the Moon Holding Sect couldn't handle it.

The only option is to use one's brain.

To employ strategies...

...the originally cold and eerie Celestial Demon Palace suddenly became more vibrant and warm as figures descended from the sky. Within the main hall, a terrifying aura spread, almost frightening the attendant disciples outside into a faint.

After a long while, they finally calmed their imposing auras, but their depths seemed like an abyss, making one's scalp tingle.

"Li Cang Hai."

The master of Wuyi Palace, Duan Mu, took a sip of his Enlightenment Tea and calmly said, "You've urgently summoned us all, saying it concerns the life and death of the entire Immortal Martial Continent. Why the secrecy?"

"If it's that urgent, why keep us in suspense?"

"Enlightenment Tea is good, but a sip or two is enough."

"Let's get to the point."

"Indeed, let's discuss the matter first." The master of Heaven-Patching Pavilion nodded in agreement.

The leader of the Heaven-Splitting Sect coldly smiled but remained silent.

The master of the Forgetzen Dao, clad in a bright red robe, sat combing his hair, exuding an air of sinister charm.

The master of the Cloud Peak Heaven Palace glanced around and frowned slightly, "Everyone, don't be hasty. I believe someone is still missing."

"Oh? Who's not here?" Li Cang Hai asked in surprise.

"?"

The master of Cloud Peak Heaven Palace was taken aback and asked in confusion, "Isn't someone from Great Vehicle Buddhism still absent?"

"I know that your two great Holy Lands are at odds, but since it concerns the life and death of the entire Immortal Martial Continent, it's necessary for Great Vehicle Buddhism to be present."

"We are the twelve great Holy Lands..."

"Hehe."

Li Cang Hai shook his head and smiled, "But if I tell you that this crisis, which concerns the life and death of our entire Immortal Martial Continent, originates from Great Vehicle Buddhism, what would you think?"

"What?!"

Everyone was shocked, "Great Vehicle Buddhism is behind this?"

"This..."

"No way?!"

"In my opinion, Li Cang Hai, your information is likely inaccurate. Even if Great Vehicle Buddhism has the audacity, they don't have the strength. What gives them the right to control the fate of the entire Immortal Martial Continent? This move puts us in a difficult position."

"Indeed, Li Cang Hai, it's not that we don't trust you, but to some extent, we know you inside and out. Your words are full of loopholes."

"Hehe."

Li Cang Hai remained calm, taking a sip of his tea before speaking, "Do you think everything in the world remains static?"

"Moreover, I believe the Myriad Flowers Holy Mother has more authority to speak on this matter."

"You think so, Gu Xing Lian, Sister Gu?"

Li Cang Hai's words were well-prepared for Gu Xing Lian.

But Gu Xing Lian was also well-prepared.

In Gu Xing Lian's opinion, it was only right for them to ask her.

If they didn't ask her, that would be a problem. She must be cautious!

Asking her...

That's perfectly fine.

"The Buddhist Sect does seem unusual."

As everyone's gaze turned to her, Gu Xing Lian remained composed, "You all know that the spirit of the Heaven-Watching Mirror can also get tired and weary."

"So, it hasn't been observing the world constantly."

The others scoffed at her words.

Regardless of whether Gu Xing Lian was telling the truth or not, they didn't believe her.

With such a divine artifact, why wouldn't you use it? Who would believe that? They must be monitoring us constantly, but they don't want us to feel too uncomfortable, so they deceive us by saying they aren't observing the world all the time.

This is like scattering pepper on a grave, it's absurd!

I don't believe it.

They all expressed their disbelief.

But Gu Xing Lian didn't care if they believed her or not.

I've said what I needed to say~

Moreover, it's better if you don't believe me.

If you don't believe me, you'll assume that my Heaven-Watching Mirror is constantly 'spying' on you, and with this concern, you won't dare to act recklessly~

Since you don't believe me, why should I worry?

I'd rather you didn't believe me.

Gu Xing Lian smiled and said, "We aren't clear about the specific issues with the Buddhist Sect, but the Heaven-Watching Mirror's recent observation of the world discovered that the Bodhi Jewel Forest, which the Buddhist Sect has been nurturing, has encountered a crisis."

"Within the entire Immortal Martial Continent, an area has appeared that even the Heaven-Watching Mirror couldn't detect."

"That area is pitch-black, and even with the Heaven-Watching Mirror's full power, it couldn't see through even a fraction of it."

"The feeling I get from that area..."

"Evil and ominous!"

"I don't know what it is, but I can affirm that it's not something the Buddhist Sect should possess!"

"Nor is it something the Buddhist Sect can do."

"So..."

Gu Xing Lian leaned back, her voice laced with nonchalance, "I came here with a purpose."

"Li Cang Hai, the Palace Lord."

"May I ask the reason for your visit?"

The crowd was taken aback, even Li Cang Hai was caught off guard.

"You mean..."

"Even the Heaven-Watching Mirror can't see clearly?"

"How is this possible?!"

"!"

As they exchanged glances, their eyes spoke volumes.

If Gu Xing Lian's words were true, then it meant that there existed a means to counter the Heaven-Watching Mirror in this world!

How marvelous!

If this were indeed the case, it would be necessary to establish contact with the Great Vehicle Buddhism in the future.

Perhaps, they could acquire this method.

Once they possessed such a means, they wouldn't have to worry about their secrets being exposed.

The world had long suffered under the scrutiny of the Heaven-Watching Mirror! If it could truly prevent the Mirror's probing, it would be a great blessing!

This is good news."

"So, it's indeed in the Bodhi Jewel Forest?"

Li Cang Hai's eyes widened in realization, "In that case, my information is undoubtedly accurate."

"What information?"

The Supreme Sovereigns and Holy Mother pressed for answers.

"It's a long story. Everything started with Tang Wu and Tang Xiao You. Their connection to the Great Vehicle Buddhism, do you know the details?"

"Rather than the Great Vehicle Buddhism, it's more accurate to say the Buddhist Sect." Gu Xing Lian interjected, "I know a thing or two about this."

The crowd shot her sidelong glances.

Hmph.

You claim your Heaven-Watching Mirror doesn't constantly monitor the world!

I wouldn't believe you even if you were a ghost.

"In simple terms, the Buddhist Sect and Tang Wu are arch-enemies. The Buddhist Sect wants to kill Tang Wu, and Tang Wu has been repeatedly hunted down. He hates the Buddhist Sect to the core, wishing to eliminate them for good."

"Not wrong, this is the prelude."

Li Cang Hai nodded, "But you've only stated a part of it."

"I don't know if you're deliberately hiding something, Holy Mother Gu, or if you truly don't know."

"Tang Wu and the Buddhist Sect are sworn enemies, but the root cause is that Tang Wu and Gatlin Bodhi Manda are from the same region. They once joined forces to wreak havoc in Little Western Heaven."

"In that battle, Gatlin fought to the death with seven of the Buddhist Sect's apex experts, and he himself ascended."

"Tang Wu emptied the Little Western Heaven's treasury, and that's why they became enemies."

"!"

"Is this information real?!"

The Supreme Sovereigns' faces paled.

Seven apex experts!

And add Gatlin to that.

This information is not simple.

Not only for the Great Vehicle Buddhism, but even the Zhongzhou's four great holy lands couldn't ignore it!

"Holy Mother Gu, why didn't you mention this before?"

Someone turned to question Gu Xing Lian.

She smiled faintly, neither confirming nor denying.

The crowd silently cursed in their hearts, "What a sly old fox!"

Subsequently, no one pursued this topic further.

After all, if they were in her shoes, they wouldn't disclose this information either.

After all, countless interests and opportunities were at stake.

"You didn't mention this earlier, but we won't pursue it. However, you must confirm whether this information is true or false."

"Ahem."

Gu Xing Lian spoke calmly, "As I said before, the Heaven-Watching Mirror doesn't constantly monitor everything, so naturally, there are things I don't know."

"But over the past few years, the Great Vehicle Buddhism indeed has seven apex experts who have never shown their faces."

"Gatlin is the same."

The crowd: "..."

"At this point, why are you still holding back?" Li Cang Hai rolled his eyes.

"Even if you admit it, we won't cause you trouble, will we?"

Gu Xing Lian smiled without denying it, but the crowd was left speechless.

She could really put on an act!

"Fine."

Duan Mu sighed, "The fact that Holy Mother Gu spoke to this extent is enough proof that Li Cang Hai's information is highly credible."

"You shouldn't make things difficult for her."

"Even if we question her all day, she probably won't change her story."

"And you've figured this out?" Gu Xing Lian chuckled.

Outsiders believed that the twelve great holy lands were like a single family.

In reality, it was just an act.

The relationship between them was just another kind of underworld.

They only put on a show of being extremely close in front of others, but in truth, it was just a 'defensive river' they created.

The twelve great holy lands had stood in the Immortal Martial Continent for a long time, and there had been challengers before.

Some of these challengers had even come close to success.

Over time, the holy lands learned to be more cautious.

They created this 'defensive river', giving the impression that the twelve great holy lands were like a single family.

Who would dare to act recklessly then? But behind the scenes, it was a different story.

...

"Fine, let's continue then."

Li Cang Hai was speechless.

He naturally knew that Gu Xing Lian was cunning, but he didn't expect her to be this cunning.

What an act!

"After that battle, both sides became arch-enemies. The Buddhist Sect relentlessly pursued Tang Wu."

"Naturally, Tang Wu was furious. Both sides became sworn enemies."

"The Buddhist Sect wanted to kill Tang Wu, and Tang Wu naturally wanted to eliminate the Buddhist Sect."

"So, Tang Wu must have found a way, an opportunity to deal with the Buddhist Sect."

"I don't know what method he used, but it seems he successfully infiltrated the Bodhi Jewel Forest and learned the secret that even the Heaven-Watching Mirror can't probe."

"This secret is related to the life and death of the Buddhist Sect, and the safety of our entire Immortal Martial Continent."

"Therefore, the Great Vehicle Buddhism once again launched a wave of pursuit to kill Tang Wu. They frantically searched for him in the Eight Realms and One State, and you all should have heard about this, right?"

Upon hearing this, the crowd immediately sent messages and dispatched their people to investigate the truth.

(End of Chapter)

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