Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2455: 220: Why Rush to Harm Each Other? (Part 3)

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In a tense philosophical confrontation, Buddha Tianyin challenges Buddha Tianshang's fixation on Mahayana ideals, questioning his ambitions amid discussions of impermanence and illusion. Tianshang unleashes a radiant Buddha Light that instantly dissolves a nearby middle-stage monk, prompting Tianyin's desperate shout to stop. As the light threatens Xin Yuan, Kong Zen impulsively shields the group, absorbing the attack despite his exhaustion, while Yan Poluo and other Tribulation Crossing monks form a Great Array to defend him, only to be shattered by Tianshang's transforming Buddha's Hand. Finally, Buddha Tianyin steps forward, blocking the assault with unyielding resolve and confronting Tianshang's disregard for fellow beings in the Glazed Buddha Realm.

“I get it… So, is he the one you’ve selected as the future Buddha Lord’s successor?”

“Why pick a disciple who practices Mahayana Buddhism to inherit the Buddha Lord’s role?”

“Obviously, you banished me back then for exactly that same cause.”

On this occasion, Buddha Tianyin issued a chilly snort, refusing to reply.

The elderly monk paid no heed to the response, strolling casually through the emptiness.

Buddha Tianyin’s face grew intensely somber, sensing the immense force ahead akin to a toppling peak and surging ocean tides…

Suddenly, out of nowhere.

Whoosh!

A beam of faint golden sword-glow suddenly burst forth from the far-off emptiness!

“Hm?”

The elderly monk halted briefly, casting his gaze toward it, discovering the sword-glow resembled a frigid star.

However, he made no attempt to dodge, letting the faint golden sword-glow pierce into him!

But it vanished instantly without any sign, just like a clay ox plunging into the ocean!

The elderly monk gazed steadily at the sword-glow’s origin, revealing a trace of approval toward the figure displaying utmost gravity:

“True Man Taiyi… Indeed, the Northern Great Bodhisattva has spoken of you to me, noting your mastery of the three Buddhist precepts, your array of techniques, and your prowess in spell battles. In light of this, I shall appoint you as the Guardian Ming King in my Supreme True Buddha…”

From the remote emptiness, Wang Ba wore a grave look. The current circumstances left no space for mere wariness to guarantee safety; it was a do-or-die scenario, demanding full exposure. With no hesitation, he trembled his form, summoning the Three-headed and Six-armed Dharma Aspect, grasping superior Dao Treasures in every arm, while layers of divine beast shadows stacked behind his back.

Witnessing this display, the elderly monk appeared mildly astonished:

“Have you too practiced Mahayana Buddhism?”

With those words, he inquisitively stretched out a palm, lunging straight for Wang Ba!

The move looked ordinary, devoid of any odd occurrences, but it caused Wang Ba’s core to clench abruptly, his hairs rising in alarm!

Right then, beyond the realm’s bounds, a straightforward and sharp sword-glow streaked toward the elderly monk’s rear!

The Dao embodies simplicity; this mere plain strike compelled the elderly monk to turn his head briefly.

“That’s True Man Gai!”

Wang Ba’s morale surged, instantly identifying the essence within the sword-glow.

The sword-glow charged with savage keenness, tightening the elderly monk’s features, prompting his initial display of avoidance.

As the sword-glow passed by, the elderly monk shifted a bit to evade, yet astonishingly aimed for Wang Ba once again!

This maneuver evidently surprised True Man Gai.

The sword-glow swiftly looped around, and far away, Buddha Tianyin, shielding Kong Zen, spotted the elderly monk’s move, his countenance altering faintly.

“Hurry, protect Taiyi!”

Kong Zen cried out in haste!

“Got it!”

Buddha Tianyin wasted no time, employing Divine Footwork to materialize instantly at Wang Ba’s side!

Boom!

The elderly monk’s withered hand lashed out across the distance, bypassing Wang Ba to target the arriving Buddha Tianyin directly!

Buzz!

Buddha Tianyin truly lived up to his fame in the Defensive Path across the Realm Sea.

Amid this dire crisis, he pressed his palms together ahead, a Buddha phantom emerging to envelop him, quivering yet staunchly resisting the elderly monk’s strike!

The elderly monk’s gaze narrowed faintly, betraying no astonishment, as he sidestepped True Man Gai’s sword-glow; while Buddha Tianyin thwarted his feint, he extended toward Wang Ba nearby yet again!

True turns false, false becomes true!

In a flash, he toyed with all of them effortlessly within his grasp!

Wang Ba stared powerlessly as the hand approached, his form, Primordial Spirit, and even his mind appearing locked in ice!

Utterly incapable of activating the Dao Treasure!

And precisely when he neared striking Wang Ba.

Out from the Primordial Spirit, the unredeemed Silkworm Dragon Staff hummed and soared forth.

A figure in white robes materialized almost at once, positioning itself before Wang Ba, confronting the elderly monk head-on!

As the white-robed figure emerged, Wang Ba’s Primordial Spirit, Dao Domain, and physique swiftly regained control, and upon recognizing the figure, he blurted in shock:

“Master Chao!”