Chapter 2137 - 2135: The Old Monk Who Walked Out of the Sandstorm

Chapter 2137: Chapter 2135: The Old Monk Who Walked Out of the Sandstorm

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Tonghuan Taoist!

Within Northern State, a top three ranked expert among Loose Cultivators, died in Western State!

Southern State Four Masters!

Four individuals who joined forces to cultivate peerless Divine Skills, rumored to be as strong as Feng Yuhua and the Destroying Heaven Divine Son, died in Western State!

It seems they all confirmed the rumor that Western State is a place where only those within the Buddhist Sect can venture, otherwise, no matter who they are or how powerful they may be, they will never return!

What surprised Ye Tianchen, what puzzled him, was that regardless of whether it was Tonghuan Taoist or the Southern State Four Masters, their strength was extremely formidable. Whether they died peacefully or were slain, it was irrelevant—it merely indicated that there was an unparalleled master within the Buddhist Sect’s heritage of Western State. Buddhism itself is ancient and powerful, a heritage that none dare underestimate, having an unparalleled master is quite normal. But why did Tonghuan Taoist’s corpse not decay after death, kneeling on a cushion worshiping toward the Northwest direction? Why were the Southern State Four Masters also non-decayed after death, with their hands folded in prayer in the same Northwest direction?

What exists in the Northwest direction of Western State’s territory?

"Let’s go, we’re destined for the Northwest direction!" Ye Tianchen said with resolute eyes.

"Yes!" Princess Zi Xuan furrowed her brows tightly!

Setting off again, they opted for Qi Manipulation Flight in the Northwest direction, Ye Tianchen leading in the front, Princess Zi Xuan carrying Tu Qiuyu at the back. However, as they flew toward the Northwest direction once more, their expressions became heavier, as the series of encounters were not simple, leaving a feeling of mystery and unease that couldn’t be dispelled, particularly sensing that Western State’s desert was unbelievably treacherous, not knowing what else might happen next!

Upon entering Western State’s territory, Ye Tianchen, Princess Zi Xuan, and Tu Qiuyu were first met by seven small temples; these temples were unoccupied, very cleanly swept, not feeling like a place long uninhabited. The sole peculiar feeling Ye Tianchen had was that the Buddha statues inside these seven small temples did not resemble the Buddhist Emperor’s image, rather carrying an aura of Demon Beast!

Following this, Tonghuan Taoist and the Southern State Four Masters were found deceased inside the temple, hands folded in prayer, kneeling, facing the Northwest direction...

The array of doubts, the numerous questions cast a sinister shadow, truly indicating that this Western State desert is not simple at all. Frankly, in such an atmosphere, it would be better if a powerful figure were to appear for a straightforward battle!

"Look, there seems to be a massive Buddha statue ahead, my god, it’s larger than a mountain!" Princess Zi Xuan noticed the Buddha statue ahead, speaking with surprise.

"Perhaps we’ve arrived..." Ye Tianchen spoke in a deep voice.

"This Buddha statue is huge, larger than several mountains; could that place be the seat of Western State’s Buddhist heritage?" Tu Qiuyu asked wisely.

"Even if it’s not the seat of Western State’s Buddhist heritage, it’s likely not simple; we need to be cautious!" Princess Zi Xuan reflected before speaking.

Buzz!

Suddenly, a series of Buddhist Runes appeared in the sky, extremely powerful, seemingly encompassing the area of the Buddha statue within. It appears to be something within an array barrier!

"It seems to be a Defensive Array, not permitting Qi Manipulation Flight over!" Ye Tianchen frowned and said.

"Then let’s land on the ground and walk over!" Princess Zi Xuan suggested.

Ye Tianchen thought for a moment, then nodded in agreement, as he could not ascertain what might reside under such a colossal Buddha statue, akin to several mountain ranges. Caution seemed prudent!

Ye Tianchen, Princess Zi Xuan, and Tu Qiuyu all landed on the ground, which was sandy. They marched forward step by step; the Buddha statue appearing close was actually far away. Until dusk, they had yet to reach its vicinity, the soles of their feet feeling a scorching sensation indicating the warmth of the sand was high!

"Wow, the stars in the sky are beautiful!" Tu Qiuyu, gazing at the sky filled with stars brightening the night, could not help but express delight.

"Indeed, it’s quite beautiful; didn’t expect Western State’s night view to rival the other three states!" Princess Zi Xuan smiled looking at the stars.

"Don’t you find it strange? Before landing, we were blocked by the sky’s Buddhist Rune Array, yet upon landing, with no obstruction from the Buddhist Array!" Ye Tianchen asked, furrowing his brows.

"Indeed, perhaps there’s only a Buddhist Array in the sky?" Princess Zi Xuan pondered before asking.

"No, this should be the strength of the Buddhist Formation. The same Buddhist Formation prevents qi manipulation flight, allowing only travel on foot from the ground," Ye Tianchen said, shaking his head.

"Such a formation is quite rare!" Princess Zi Xuan exclaimed in surprise.

"Let’s go. I’ll carry Qiuqiu on my back. We need to hurry and get to that Buddha statue quickly to see what it’s all about!" Ye Tianchen felt the situation was becoming increasingly strange and spoke up.

Ye Tianchen carried Tu Qiuyu on his back, activating his physical body power, which significantly increased his speed. Likewise, Princess Zi Xuan channeled her Martial Arts True Qi, moving as though on flat ground without using qi manipulation flight. This way, they wouldn’t be hindered by the Buddhist Formation.

Two hours later, Ye Tianchen and Princess Zi Xuan finally saw the Buddha statue up close. It was incredibly towering, occupying an extensive area with a height of tens of thousands of meters. It was the tallest Buddha statue Ye Tianchen had ever seen!

"The Buddha statue seemed so close at first, yet it’s so far away!" Princess Zi Xuan frowned and said.

"This statue is definitely unusual, different from our earlier encounters. Be careful!" Ye Tianchen said, pausing for a moment.

"In that case, I will put Qiuqiu into my flute to ensure her safety," Princess Zi Xuan thought for a while and said.

"Alright!" Ye Tianchen nodded.

Princess Zi Xuan took out her treasure, the jade flute, and activated a burst of divine power using a Fatian Xiangdi divine skill, placing Tu Qiuyu inside the flute for protection. Then she walked with Ye Tianchen towards the base of the Buddha statue!

Ye Tianchen and Princess Zi Xuan walked side by side, both extremely cautious, taking each step toward the enormous Buddha statue. As they were about to reach its base, suddenly without wind, a tornado sandstorm spontaneously arose before them!

"Hmm? Is it an obstruction?" Princess Zi Xuan asked, frowning.

"No, look closely, someone is coming..." Ye Tianchen’s gaze shifted as he said.

As Ye Tianchen and Princess Zi Xuan were almost at the base of the grand Buddha statue, a sandstorm tornado spontaneously appeared, blocking their path. But it did not sweep towards them; instead, a figure emerged within the sandstorm, walking towards them steadily and calmly.

The figure was not particularly imposing, appearing just as a bald monk. As the figure walked out of the sandstorm, it was revealed to be an old man, an elderly monk. Upon seeing Ye Tianchen and Princess Zi Xuan, he joined his palms together and said:

"Amitabha Buddha, to have made it here indicates a connection with Buddhism. I assume you wish to enter this Buddha statue for a look?"

"Senior, we do not wish to enter the statue. We only want to know where the Transmission Array Compass of the West State is located. We want to leave..." Princess Zi Xuan politely stated.

"Heh, anyone who arrives in this West State doesn’t wish to leave. Wanting to leave means you haven’t realized the benefits here, offering anything you might desire!" the old monk said with a smile.

"I would love to see inside the Buddha statue, but how exactly can one enter?" Ye Tianchen asked, smiling.

The old monk glanced at Ye Tianchen, his gaze shifting slightly before returning to normal, smiling as he said, "You seem to have a strong connection with Buddha. If you convert to Buddhism, you can transcend life and death, even achieving immortality!"

"I’m just thinking you wouldn’t stop us and wouldn’t easily let us in, right?" Ye Tianchen asked the old monk.

"Hehe, you’re taking it too seriously. I haven’t stopped you; instead, I’m offering you a blessing. As long as you convert to Buddhism, you can enter immediately!" the old monk replied with a smile.

"What counts as converting to Buddhism?" Princess Zi Xuan asked, frowning.

"It’s quite simple. Just like me, you need to have your head consecrated, disperse your cultivation realm, and return to the truth. Then it’s considered as converting to Buddhism, making entry into the Buddha statue a natural thing," the old monk said with a smile.

"This... dispersing my cultivation realm means losing a millennium of Taoist practice in a day, doesn’t it?" Princess Zi Xuan asked in shock.

"Female benefactor, you’re mistaken. Asking you to forgo your past cultivation realm is to return to the truth, allowing you to better cultivate the Buddhist divine skills. It’s meant for your benefit!" the old monk said, smiling broadly.

Boom!

Suddenly, a powerful murderous aura spread out. Ye Tianchen was engulfed in golden power, glaring coldly at the old monk and said, "Hypocritical and sanctimonious, let me allow you to return to the truth first!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets on Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)