Chapter 846: Chapter 329: Celestial Master Tang Stands the Last Watch (Double-Length Chapter)
Western White Emperor: "Explain the current situation here, in detail."
Shang Nan, Xue Xingzi: "Yes."
The two recounted their experiences and observations during their time in the Great Tang.
Western White Emperor: "There are many noteworthy areas. Next, focus on the Purple Azure Twin Swords, the Celestial Master Seal of the Longhu Mountain Celestial Master Mansion and the Ancestral Altar of the Wanfa Sect, the Inner Mount Shu of the Netherworld and the Five Declines Great Path Bell, the Taiyi Primordial Tower, and that young man named Chen Yi."
Shang Nan and Xue Xingzi responded in agreement, appearing thoughtful.
The first three matters warrant attention, which is understandable.
As for the latter two...
The Taiyi Primordial Tower is extraordinary, and what attracts the Emperor’s further attention must be its ability to transfer and move the void, and the principle and artistic conception of the "star-absorbing moon-changing," which can be useful in their own treasure refining process... thought Xue Xingzi.
As for that person named Chen Yi, he became famous in the Stone Forest of Nanzhao in his early years, and to this day, there are still many discussions about him.
The Northern Black Emperor and the Great Tang Mortal Realm Kingdom previously misunderstood, leading to a loss of treasure.
The Western White Emperor and the Great Ming Mortal Realm Kingdom naturally want to learn from that experience.
However, finding Chen Yi right now remains somewhat challenging.
Especially as they are unfamiliar with the terrain and people here, they can only pay attention to the movements of other forces.
"Emperor, about the Northern Black Emperor..." Shang Nan softly inquired.
The Western White Emperor walked silently on the waves, keeping a low profile: "Since Taoist Brother Huang is currently in seclusion in deep cultivation, it’s best not to disturb him. We will naturally meet again in due course."
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Western Regions, Vajra Temple.
Once a desolate land, today it is illuminated day and night by the light of the Buddha, clear and transparent yet firm and strong, enveloping the surroundings like a diamond.
The temple has undergone significant renovations and expansion, its occupied area evidently increased.
The Vajra Division, coming from Sumi, gradually established a foothold here.
The Void Gateway connecting the Mortal World with Sumi is located at the very center of the Vajra Temple.
Under the illumination of Buddha’s light, the Void Gateway seemed to have taken shape and transformed into a treasure hall.
At this moment, in front of the hall, Jiasheng Upper Master and Master Renzhu, both in the Nine Heavens Realm, along with several senior members of the Vajra Temple, gathered outside the great door of the treasure hall, awaiting together.
Soon, the treasure hall suddenly burst into radiance.
The doors opened, and a group of monks walked out, with varying levels of cultivation.
In the center of the group stood a plain-looking middle-aged monk.
However, from the moment he appeared, flowers fell from the sky in the courtyard, and countless Dharma Conches sounded.
Including Jiasheng Upper Master and Master Renzhu of the Nine Heavens Realm with the Buddhist Hand Seal, everyone saluted the middle-aged monk: "Master."
The middle-aged monk was named Dongzan.
The Leader of the Vajra Division in the Vajra Realm.
"Still progressing unsmoothly?" the surrounding Vajra Sect Leader gently asked.
Jiasheng Upper Master looked embarrassed: "The Tang Emperor’s mind is unpredictable, making it difficult for us disciples to grasp."
Vajra Sect Leader: "Emperors always have ways to balance, we only need to stand on one end of it."
Jiasheng Upper Master: "The Tang Emperor is somewhat prejudiced against our temple, always harboring caution. We can only proceed gradually."
"You are doing the right thing." The Vajra Sect Leader: "But sometimes it doesn’t hurt to be more decisive and observe the results."
Jiasheng Upper Master: "Yes, Master."
He exchanged a glance with Master Renzhu beside him: "We are currently making some preparations..."
The Vajra Sect Leader glanced at them and, smiling, shook his head: "No need to inform me, proceed boldly."
Jiasheng Upper Master and Master Renzhu both agreed: "Yes, Master."
The group moved through the temple, stopping in front of a stone wall.
The stone wall had four holes, three of which were each inserted with a Dharma Bell, with only one unoccupied.
The Vajra Sect Leader asked: "As for the other three protectors, are there any suitable candidates?"
Master Renzhu responded from the side: "The Great Tang Mortal Realmis currently in a surge of global spiritual qi. While it’s conducive to cultivation, it also allows for a rise of talents, and there are many suitable candidates, though it’s somewhat challenging."
Vajra Sect Leader: "There’s no rush."
Master Renzhu: "Yes."
The middle-aged monk and the group rested.
Jiasheng Upper Master, Master Renzhu, Master Zongcuo, and Abbot Suoyang of Vajra Temple met in another room.
"Having received the Master’s approval, we should accelerate our steps."
Jiasheng Upper Master said: "Chen Yi involves both the Mortal Tao Country and the Longhu Mountain Celestial Master Mansion, and he might be related to the ancient Heavenly Palace. This matter is also important to the Tang Imperial Family; finding him could mobilize all sides."
Master Zongcuo: "It has been confirmed that he was sent overseas by the Cangzhou Ye Clan, but locating him will require more time."
Jiasheng Upper Master nodded slightly, then asked: "Has the Crown Prince responded?"
Abbot Suoyang of Vajra Temple replied: "His tone has softened, but his intentions are still uncertain."
Jiasheng Upper Master: "As dealt by Master, emperors balance and control all sides. An unpredictable mind is normal, the key is for us to become one of the balance’s ends."
Suoyang: "Yes."
......
King Sea Chrysanthemum appeared miraculously, aiding Li Yan and other Jiuli experts to escape danger, then vanished into the vast sea once more.
Having achieved his goal, Li Yan retreated into the Earth Sea and joined with Li De to lead the Poli and Bili clans in finding a new place for development and survival within the Earth Sea.
Tang Xiaotang was busy in seclusion for cultivation, temporarily without time to seek trouble with Li Yan.
However, back then, the Earth Sea was where the enemy, including him, had attacked during her previous seclusion. Tang Xiaotang had not forgotten and was just waiting for her new divine skills to be perfected before seeking an opportunity to re-enter the Earth Sea to find Li Yan.
The Jiuli Clan retreated into the Earth Sea and temporarily did not emerge, bringing a rare calm to the Southern Wilderness Lands of the Great Tang Dynasty.
Within and outside the Great Tang Dynasty, a rare resting period was ushered in.
Lei Jun, residing at the Celestial Master Mansion on Dragon Tiger Mountain, currently paid no attention to the changes in the outside world, focusing intently on his own cultivation.
In the mountains, the passage of time was forgotten.
Time flew by quickly.
In the winter of Lei Jun’s fifty-seventh year, the Celestial Master Mansion held a new Transmission Ceremony.
