Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2382: 196: Wisdom None_2
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“Crossing Tribulation late-stage… Mahayana…”
Qiao Zhongxu absorbed the words, his head spinning in awe, a expression of deep longing crossing his features.
Suddenly, he shook his head with a bitter smile:
“I see… We all believed this Supreme True Buddha was tricking the Jade Pot Realm!”
The monk shook his head and chuckled lightly, looking completely at ease:
“Why would a True Buddha bother to trick our Jade Pot Realm?”
“Take the current Tianshang Buddha Lord, for example—with just one thought, he can topple a whole domain. Not long ago, he effortlessly crushed four Mahayana cultivators teaming up, and scanning the entire Realm Sea, few can match him. What reason would they have to waste effort deceiving us?”
Qiao Zhongxu marveled at the explanation before nodding seriously:
“Hearing Martial Uncle’s assurance puts my mind at rest… Has Martial Uncle come this time to bring people back, as before?”
Turning to the matter at hand, the monk nodded:
“Yes, fierce battles rage outside, and to stand against those wicked foes, we need to gather more talented prospects and train them up. Naturally, it hinges on the conditions in the Sea of Chaos Realm, adapting as needed. Have you managed to integrate those Outer World powers under your control?”
A touch of contentment showed on his face:
“That works out well; it spares me some effort.”
Yet, to his mild surprise, Qiao Zhongxu’s expression turned complicated and reluctant after those words.
The monk arched a brow, a bit confused:
“What’s wrong? Something bothering you?”
Qiao Zhongxu paused for a moment, then clenched his teeth and confessed:
“Truth be told, Martial Uncle, I originally intended to rally all the Outer World Cultivators in the Sea of Chaos Realm to my side. But halfway through, Little Cang World stepped in out of nowhere, scooping up ninety percent of the Outer World forces, and even teamed up with the Holy Desecration Realm. This disciple truly has no way to handle it.”
The monk’s shock was profound:
“Little Cang World? Merely an Outer World power, and it possesses such strength?”
Qiao Zhongxu quickly clarified:
“It’s not some Outer World power; it’s actually the fourth complete domain concealed within the Sea of Chaos Realm. After the Sea Market vanished, shifts in the landscape brought Little Cang World to light, and it used our Jade Pot Realm’s influence to curb other factions, forging pacts. Now it leads the pack in the Sea of Chaos Realm, backed by endless Perfect Practitioners!”
“Oh?”
“That many Perfect Practitioners?”
At this revelation, the monk felt no irritation; rather, his gaze ignited with interest.
He pondered deeply in his thoughts, growing even more delighted.
He pressed for more specifics right away.
Once he grasped the full story of Little Cang World, he skipped staying in the Jade Pot Realm and rushed straight to its position.
Qiao Zhongxu remained alone in the emptiness, his smile gradually vanishing, giving way to icy resolve.
“Supreme True Buddha… Heh.”
…
A full year went by, and lacking a Teleportation Array, the monk at last reached Little Cang World’s domain.
Gazing at this realm that breathed out Chaos Origin Substance, encircled by nine bustling Guard Cities teeming with life, the monk’s eyes gleamed with fervor.
“Incredible numbers!”
“So many Unification cultivators!”
“If I can pick out fitting talents and escort them back, the merits earned…”
It was beyond comprehension!
Especially now, with the Sea of Chaos Realm in such upheaval. In the past, rules forbade draining resources, so visiting monks could only claim a handful of cultivators, capping their merits accordingly.
But this round, even the Bodhisattvas couldn’t predict the Sea of Chaos Realm’s chaos, so they allowed on-the-spot decisions, and in dire cases, calls for Bodhisattva aid.
Of course, that meant sharing some merits in return.
Having been dispatched here—and facing the risk of merit taint from this sinful, tainted place—he had no intention of handing over those hard-won merits lightly.
His mind raced with countermeasures at once.
“This Little Cang World has lingered in the Sea of Chaos Realm for ages, likely mirroring the Jade Pot Realm’s state, where all crave higher progress. It’s straightforward then. Since no Crossing Tribulation cultivators exist in Little Cang World, I’ll show a glimpse of my power, earn their awe, and methodically choose the best prospects.”
The Jade Pot Realm could wait for now.
He resolved himself without delay.
Soaring to the edge of the Guard City, he called out boldly:
“Where’s the Master of Little Cang World? I bring a tremendous chance for Taoist Friend!”
His voice echoed, drawing gazes from countless cultivators in the nine Guard Cities.
A young man clad in purple armor approached through the air, eyeing the monk warily, his brow furrowed:
“Fellow, how bold to utter such arrogant claims?”
The monk’s face stayed calm. He studied the youth, filled with wonder and joy:
“Remarkable talent! His Spiritual Light shines brilliantly; he’s fated to follow my guidance!”
The youth showed no fury at the words; instead, his look deepened mysteriously as he smiled and inquired:
“Might I ask the fellow’s name?”
The purple-armored youth creased his brow further and answered:
“I’m Qian Baimao. Fellow, you don’t strike me as a fool; best to depart soon and not provoke the Realm Master, or things won’t end well for you.”
“Qian Baimao—a fine name indeed.”
The monk kept smiling:
“How about a bet: if your Realm Master doesn’t chase me off, you’ll take me as your master.”
Anger flashed across the purple-armored youth’s face as he flicked his sleeve:
“Insolent monk! I offer friendly warning, and you dare ridicule me!”
“Fine, I’m done with you!”
The monk just gave a faint smile before shouting once more toward Little Cang World:
“Where is the Master of Little Cang World?”
“The old monk ‘Wisdom None’ comes bearing a grand opportunity for you!”