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Chapter 702: The Golden Elixir and the Divine Seal
Chapter 702: The Golden Elixir and the Divine Seal
Damn it!
Despite having faced numerous challenges, Shen Yi had always maintained his composure, but at this moment, he couldn't help but curse inwardly.
The troubles he had encountered in the past, no matter how dangerous, at least offered a glimmer of hope. As long as he improved his strength, all problems would be solved.
However, now that his cultivation had reached a higher level, he felt closer to death.
Shen Yi felt the 6,500-plus jie of Taiyu Golden Elixir within his body. Even if Shenxu Lao Zu didn't feel it, he himself couldn't help but salivate.
At this moment, the dark eyes hidden in the gray mist were obviously fixed on him.
Such formidable cultivation gave Shen Yi no sense of security. The greed in those eyes made his bones chill, and an image of an old pervert drooling at him suddenly flashed through his mind.
"Huff."
Shen Yi slowly closed his eyes, and in the face of this situation, he could only resort to the old method.
He suddenly swallowed the pill in his palm.
In an instant, his cultivation increased by another hundred jie.
The Golden Elixir was not yet complete and could continue to evolve, with limitless potential... Shen Yi could only use this to temporarily appease Shenxu Lao Zu.
Fortunately, the effect was excellent.
Amidst the gray mist, Shenxu Lao Zu's swallowing sounds became more urgent, perhaps because he had never seen such a nourishing substance and couldn't contain his eagerness. But he still showed no intention of making a move.
Shen Yi clearly understood the thoughts of a glutton.
If he hadn't consumed it at 3,500 jie, then doing so at 6,500 jie would be a huge loss. He had to see how far this Golden Elixir could grow.
"Ai!"
As time passed, Shen Yi finally heard a long sigh beside him, filled with impatience and anxiety.
The gray eyes in the mist reluctantly closed, and he fell back into slumber.
Alive...
Shen Yi's tightly clenched fingers slowly relaxed.
It was an unpleasant feeling to have one's life in the hands of another, but in the face of such a vast power gap, he was helpless.
He silently stared at the pill furnace before him, his expression odd, as if he were refining the Golden Elixir for Shenxu Lao Zu.
After a long while, Shen Yi waved his hand again and took out the warm pill from the furnace.
Shen Yi took a deep breath, and his eyes shone with a hint of solemnity.
He didn't have many chances to make mistakes.
Even though Shenxu Lao Zu was greedy, he wasn't a fool. The Golden Elixir was fragrant and enticing, but its rapid growth would inevitably arouse the other's wariness.
With the experience of the previous three attempts, Shen Yi once again initiated the panel deduction.
The pale yellow mist reappeared.
Shen Yi closed his eyes, and his soul swiftly and intently navigated through it.
The sudden change and life-threatening crisis did not cause him to panic. Instead, it made him forget everything, leaving only the scent he had experienced on the Golden Silk of the Fruit Position in his mind.
After four attempts, Shen Yi's eyebrows twitched, as if he had caught a whiff of that scent!
The next moment, his soul accurately pounced.
The pale yellow mist suddenly dissipated, and the power of a thousand jie vanished into thin air.
The panel deduction ended.
Shen Yi stood with his hands at his sides, quietly introspecting.
Within his body, in the space between heaven and earth, on the left was a silver platter hanging from a green tree, and on the right was a golden lotus seated on amber.
Between them, a golden thread, as fine as cow hair, hung gently, emitting a peculiar glow.
Finally, he had grasped it!
Although he couldn't even name this thing, Shen Yi felt a surge of inexplicable excitement. But soon, he realized something was amiss.
This object was clearly obtained from the deduction of the Taiyu Golden Elixir, yet it felt out of place with the Golden Elixir, and instead, it seemed more closely related to the Dragon Subjugation and Tiger Pacification Great Doctrine Fruit Position.
"So, the essence of attaining the third rank is actually different?"
Shen Yi pondered for a long time. He had followed the scent granted by the Thousand-Armed Bosha to search, but that didn't mean there was only one kind of golden silk within the power of a thousand jie. Perhaps the Sanzhen Jiao also had its own unique 'golden silk'.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but fall silent.
Using the Sanzhen Jiao's cultivation method to attempt to break through the third rank of the Putidao was probably something only he would do in the world.
"But how should I use this?"
Shen Yi now confirmed that this golden silk was the key difference between the Bosha and the Luohan.
But he felt like he was holding a brick, wanting to build a courtyard, yet clueless about where to start.
"Forget it, it's always better to have more of it."
Shen Yi wasted no time and once again ignited the furnace, refining all the remaining Huangqi Jinwan into pills.
Having succeeded once, the subsequent process became much smoother.
The total power of ten thousand jie was transformed into nine thousand jie of pills, and all of them, except for the initial ones, turned into golden silk.
Six strands of golden silk swayed gently like rootless duckweed.
Shen Yi tidied up the pill furnace and his thoughts, carrying these 'useless things' and slowly walked out of the courtyard.
Refining pills is a time-consuming task, and even with ten furnaces working simultaneously, digesting these Imperial Qi Golden Pills took a full one and a half months.
Wushan and Ye Lan had long since departed, not wanting to disturb the pill refinement, leaving behind only a farewell letter.
Shen Yi looked around the empty courtyard, momentarily lost in thought, but soon returned to the routine of his days.
As he was about to head back inside to continue pondering the use of the golden silk, a deep voice suddenly echoed in his mind.
"I have observed that the heavens and earth are in turmoil, and the mortal realm is in peril. I, the Lotus Teaching, am willing to join the Shengchao in overcoming this calamity. With our true sutra, we will assist the Human Emperor in calming the heavens and earth, contributing our humble strength."
"The White Elephant, the Evil Lion, the Qilin, and the Galloping Wolf, each with two Great Doctrine Fruit Lohan, four carrying the palanquin, and four clearing the way. The Dragon Subduing and Tiger Pacifying Mingwang will personally guard the sutra and travel across the land of Shen Zhou, presenting it to the Human Emperor!"
The sound of the Buddha's teachings reverberated through the minds of the Lotus Teaching disciples.
This was a decree from the Buddha, leaving no room for negotiation.
"Tsk."
Hearing those titles, Shen Yi slightly pursed his lips.
Well, well... It's a zoo out there.
He had long anticipated this day, as the Lotus Teaching, unlike the greedy Shenxu Laozu who wanted to devour him, truly intended to send the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Pacifying Mingwang into the mortal realm to undergo trials and establish a kingdom for the Lotus Teaching.
In other words, Shen Yi himself was one of the very people he feared the most.
However, he hadn't expected the Lotus Teaching to specifically name and assign a task to one of their disciples.
"Guarding the sutra..."
Shen Yi murmured to himself, his thoughts racing.
After the failure to incite the demons and spirits to cause chaos in Shen Zhou, the Great Demons were temporarily unwilling to take further action, so these monks had resorted to their old tricks. Whether it was the stolen sutra, the preaching of the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva, or the later incident of the Golden Light Temple's old monk offering his flesh to the demons, the Lotus Teaching had consistently tried to establish a noble and righteous image in the hearts of the people of Shen Zhou.
Their purpose was simple.
The foundation of the Shengchao's stability lies in providing the common folk with a peaceful and prosperous era, which has accumulated such a vast amount of Imperial Qi," Shen Yi thought.
If the people were to discover that the Lotus Teaching was more reliable than the Shengchao, their loyalty would naturally shift.
If everyone were to believe in Buddhism, then who would control the Imperial Qi in the future would become uncertain.
The Demoncalamity was merely a means to disturb the people's hearts. These "compassionate" Lohan Bodhisattvas were the lethal blades that would dismantle the foundation of the Shengchao.
Even Shen Yi found this situation quite thorny.
In such a situation, if the Lotus Teaching stepped in to help, it would be a declaration to the world. If the Shengchao refused, it might be fine, but if any mishap occurred, the people would blame the court for being arrogant, xenophobic, and indifferent to the lives of the people.
However, if they allowed the sutra, under the protection of several Lohan, to travel openly through the four continents and fall into the eyes of the public, then the Lotus Teaching's image as a savior would truly be established.
A dilemma with no solution.
"What kind of true sutra is this?"
Shen Yi clenched his palms slightly, beginning to consider other aspects.
Setting aside other matters, the Lotus Teaching was indeed generous in its bait. Whether it was the Golden Lotus Method preached by the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva or the stolen Lohan Fruit Position Great Sutra, they were all genuine teachings of the Three Teachings.
If it was something worthy of being personally escorted by the Great Doctrine Fruit Lohan and presented to the Human Emperor, it couldn't be...
At this thought, Shen Yi's heart skipped a beat.
He had to go and see for himself.
Regardless of his willingness, this journey was necessary.
Shen Yi's eyes narrowed slightly, and he stepped into the Taihu, disappearing from the city of Jiangyang Prefecture.
...
The news of the Lotus Teaching's decree and the sutra's journey to the Shengchao's imperial capital spread throughout the four continents and eight seas, aided by an unseen force.
"Why isn't the Golden Toad Lohan guarding the sutra?"
"For such an important matter, why would that Dragon Subduing and Tiger Pacifying Mingwang be in charge?"
The Lotus Teaching disciples were filled with confusion and disbelief.
It wasn't that they looked down on the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Pacifying Mingwang. His cultivation, having reached the fulfillment of three thousand tribulations, was well-known, causing countless people to yearn to catch a glimpse of his true form.
However, with his short time in the teaching and lack of notable achievements, it was difficult for people to be convinced.
Moreover, the matter of delivering the sutra involved the reputation of the Lotus Teaching, and they couldn't afford any mishaps.
Additionally, the person assigned to this task would undoubtedly attract the attention of countless eyes across the land, providing an excellent opportunity to gather tribulation power.
Both emotionally and logically, the Golden Toad Lohan, who held the highest position in the teaching, should have been the one to undertake this task.
This Great Doctrine Fruit Lohan had also achieved the fulfillment of three thousand tribulations and had even received guidance from a Buddha. The teaching had granted him more than a few supernatural powers.
"Could it be...?"
One of the followers suddenly realized, and as he spoke, the rest fell silent.
The Golden Toad Lohan was about to be promoted to the Golden Toad Bosatsu?
Only this reason could make sense of the situation.
Aside from the Lotus Teaching, there was also unrest within the Three Immortal Teachings.
Suddenly, a group of figures appeared outside Shenxu Mountain.
These individuals, though they had lifespans counted in calamities, appeared youthful, with the oldest among them looking middle-aged, and most were young, all possessing an air of immortal elegance.
"These rogue monks are too impatient!"
"If they succeed, where will the rest of us stand?"
If there was an observant person present, they would realize that among the seven or eight people gathered here, each and every one of them was a prominent figure within the Three Immortal Teachings, second only to Lady Tiandong and Qingluan.
Each of these reclusive cultivators had quietly descended from their seclusion and entered the mortal realm, ready to make their mark.
While there might be a gap between the fourth-grade and fifth-grade realms, once they entered the calamity and seized the opportunity, successfully advancing to the third grade, that gap would be swiftly crushed.
Indeed, everyone had a chance.
Among this group, the most eye-catching was the young man at the forefront, clad in a black-feathered Daoist robe, with a handsome face and a vermillion cinnabar mark between his brows, his gaze as cold as a blade.
"Brother Xuanwu, we know you possess profound cultivation and have no love for Shenxu Mountain, but this matter concerns the standing of the Three Immortal Teachings and the Lotus Teaching. Please put aside your personal grudges for now, and once this matter is concluded, we can slowly resolve our internal disputes."
Someone noticed his unusual expression and quietly offered advice.
Xuanwu of Tianwu Mountain, as the senior brother of his sect, had long held his position, a testament to his strength.
It was common knowledge that the other prodigy of the same sect, Qingluan, hailed as the youngest great immortal general in the Celestial Court, wielded a fourth-grade Xianyin with a cultivation of two thousand seven hundred calamities, yet he still couldn't catch up to his senior brother.
Not to mention his Yangwu Dao Sword, which, after years of nurturing, had already become a two-thousand-nine-hundred-calamity treasure.
This sword alone was enough to crush most prodigies in the world.
Moreover, if this person were willing to serve as an official in the Celestial Court, a fourth-grade Xianyin would be within his grasp.
Tianwu Mountain and Shenxu Mountain had once merely disliked each other, but after the Taiyu Danhuang personally killed Qingluan, a grudge was formed. They just hoped it wouldn't affect the grand scheme of things.
"Do as you please."
Xuanwu's voice was cold, but it wasn't directed at the crowd; it seemed to be his natural demeanor.
He didn't resist the actions of these people coming to Shenxu Mountain for assistance.
This calamity was not only a contest between the Lotus Teaching and the Three Immortal Teachings but also a chaotic battle for the younger prodigies to prove their worth and solidify their status.
If there weren't a few serious opponents, it would lose its flavor.
With the Golden Toad Lohan not making an appearance, the so-called Jianglong Fuhu Damingwang's true capabilities were questionable, leaving people disinterested.
Hence, he followed the others to Shenxu Mountain.
"That's good."
The person beside him smiled, stepped out of the crowd, and bowed towards Shenxu Mountain, "We pay our respects to Senior Brother Shenxu. We have come to seek the Taiyu Danhuang and discuss important matters."
"Our master is in seclusion. Please come this way, everyone."
The treatment this group received was evidently several notches above what Hongjing had received earlier.
Not only did the eight peaks open the mountain gate, but six peak masters, led by Qian Feng Dao Ren, personally welcomed them.
It seemed they had anticipated the group's intentions.
Qian Feng Dao Ren and the other peak masters rubbed their palms, eager to test their skills.
Jinlei Dao Ren, on the other hand, remained calm and said softly, "If you've come regarding the calamity, you might be disappointed. Tian Dan Shidi is not on the mountain, and we've sent word, but we haven't received a response yet."
"Not on the mountain?"
The immortal prodigy was taken aback, and Xuanwu slightly furrowed his brows.
The Taiyu Danhuang was the chosen one from Shenxu Mountain, a figure of great importance. How could they not be in contact with someone of such status?
Even if they didn't dare to get involved, this excuse seemed too weak.
"Haha..."
The prodigy let out a dry laugh, but his heart was filled with doubts.
How could someone capable of killing Qingluan be scared off by a Jianglong Fuhu Damingwang who hadn't even appeared yet? Was there some hidden reason behind Qingluan's death, or was he wronged?
Or was this person afraid of the Qianbi Bosha who instigated the matter?
After all, Senior Brother Shenxu often roamed the vastness of the universe, unlike other elders who could protect their juniors at all times.
Regardless of the reason, Tian Dan Shidi seemed to have let down his renowned title of Taiyu Danhuang, leaving people somewhat disappointed.
If they were afraid of the calamity, why bother making such a show?
(End of Chapter)
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