Attaining Immortality, Starting From Slaying Demons-Chapter 1200 - 730: Visiting the 7 Holy Lakes_2

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The great water cultivated here is scarlet and foul-smelling, lingering for a long time.

At this moment, in the very center of the Seven Saint Marsh, lies an indescribably vast lotus leaf, with veins that meander like mountain ranges. Dewdrops fall along its edges, substantial enough to inundate a grand prefecture city if they descended to the Mortal Realm.

No matter how magnificent a figure stands upon this lotus leaf, they appear as insignificant as a grain of rice.

In such a place teeming with demon energy, a group of monks has gathered.

Dozens of Arhats stand in neat formation, a configuration usually reserved for the extermination of a Great Demon. Yet at this moment, they all place one hand vertically on their chest, eyes lowered, reciting Buddhist scriptures, without revealing their Golden Body.

"The Southern Emperor has said that we Wild Demons of the Mortal Realm cannot cling to the lofty branches of your sect. We kindly ask the esteemed monks to convey to the Great Freedom Bodhisattva that after we have rested and recuperated, we will immediately return to the Wildland and never step on Shen Zhou again in our lifetime."

Under the leadership of a Great Demon possessing equally strong energy, several teams of demon soldiers ascended from the water in three routes and settled among the lotus leaves.

Clearly, they are mortal enemies as recognized by the world. Yet upon meeting each other, the Great Demons are very courteous. However, these words fall into the ears of the Arhats, especially the young Huijing Monk who once appeared in Songfeng Prefecture, piercing like a thorn.

Who would believe that these demons, having paid a heavy price, would willingly retreat so dejectedly? They are merely expressing dissatisfaction towards the Bodhi Sect.

"You may calm down and wait here."

The elderly Arhat slightly raised his eyes, maintaining a commanding posture even in such a dangerous demon cave.

When has the Bodhi Sect ever bowed to demons, even when they are useful now, it is no exception.

"Heh."

However, the Great Demons are not angered, exchanging smiles and casually bowing.

Yet, even until now, none of the three true ruling Demon Venerables have appeared, which already reveals their discontent.

The cost incurred during the initial probing of the Great Nan Continent was not small, but it was expected.

After all, having left Shen Zhou for so long, wanting to return suddenly is not so easy.

However, after the probing ended, with the Bodhi Sect taking the lead, the three parties jointly dispatched eight Great Demons who reached the Fourth Grade, supplemented by dozens of capable Fifth-Grade demons, aiming for a once-in-a-lifetime assault. Yet all were lost at Songfeng Prefecture, not a single survivor.

Not only did Tian Dong Fairy of the Three Immortals Sect participate, but even General Nanyang of the Divine Dynasty inexplicably appeared.

Both sides seemed to have been prepared long ago.

To say they did not receive advance notice is to deceive ghosts.

To think that the task of imparting scriptures, even for sects as terrifyingly profound as the Three Immortals Sect and the Bodhi Sect, causes heartache after losing so many Fourth-Grades, let alone this impoverished Demon Race.

Frankly, allowing these monks to stand peacefully in the Seven Saint Marsh is already enough face given to the Bodhi Sect.

"..."

In the face of the demons’ attitude, the old Arhat remains indifferent, just quietly waiting.

Until a Buddha Light silently blossoms on the horizon.

The Arhats immediately prostrate themselves, reciting loudly in unison: "Disciple respectfully welcomes the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva, Wuxiang Bodhisattva!"

We see the two Venerables arriving one after the other, treading on lotus platforms. From a slight distance, the difference in their status becomes faintly discernible.

After all, within the Bodhi Sect, the front of the lotus platform is usually reserved for a Dharma Protector Arhat or a novice monk under the seat.

The face of the Venerable in front is so clean that even the facial features do not exist.

The one in the back is the Bodhisattva who once lectured at He Mountain and spread the True Scripture of the lotus platform to the world. It’s even said that he personally unveiled the curtain of this great calamity.

At this moment, six beams of precious light are suspended behind the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva, indicating that his injuries have mostly recovered.

"Hmm?!"

On suddenly seeing the Venerable descend, the group of demons becomes involuntarily flustered. Some take a step back subconsciously, some raise their hands trying to imitate the monks’ salute, or clutch their weapons, yet feel something is amiss, and simply stand stunned.

However, the two Venerables do not cast their eyes upon the demon crowd, but let them casually land on the lotus leaf, with a wave of their sleeve releasing two streams of light.

When the light falls to the ground, it astonishingly reveals two Demon Venerables whose aura far surpasses everyone else!

After appearing, these two Demon Venerables respectfully salute the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva before speaking to the Great Marsh: "We are fortunate to be rescued by the Venerables, and have come here willing to serve the three parties loyally!"

Having reached the Third Grade Realm, associating with the Daluo Immortal Venerable and Bodhisattvas, even if born with a demon body from the Mortal Realm, they should have a body full of pride.

But no matter their expression or tone, these two exhibit a look of complete submission, surprising the myriad demons into exchanging looks.

"..."

A voice finally sounds after a long period of silence in the Great Marsh: "What do the Venerables mean by this?"

The young Huijing Monk quietly lifted his head slightly, understanding that this was not the voice of the Southern Emperor, indicating that perhaps the other two parties’ Great Demons are also in the Seven Saint Marsh today.

Facing the inquiry of the water-bound Demon Venerable,

the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva does not speak, instead waving a sleeve to lift the two Great Demons and have them stand quietly behind himself.

This simple gesture props up the backs of the many Arhats a notch straighter.

Even the Third Grade Demon Venerable must lower their head before the Bodhi Sect.

Among the same realm, there is still a distinction of superiority!

At this moment, another beam of light streaks from the horizon, landing identically with a lotus platform. Again, two Bodhisattvas arrive, except this time the one in the rear is inexplicably young.

"Disciple respectfully welcomes the Golden Toad Bodhisattva, Tianluo Bodhisattva!"

Among the chanting of the Arhats, the Golden Toad Bodhisattva, now dressed in white, descends gracefully, also waving his sleeve to release a stream of light.

He glances at the two Demon Venerables behind Seven Treasures Bodhisattva, although he brings only one with him, there is still arrogance in his brows.

"Those True Gods, for unknown reasons, responded in advance."

Behind him, Tianluo Bodhisattva looks at the gazes cast by the other two Bodhisattvas and helplessly shakes his head: "I intended to withdraw, but Golden Toad Bodhisattva felt it should not affect the grand plan of the sect, thus leading me and two other demons to transcend the two True Gods at Chicken Crowing Cliff. Unfortunately, we lost one in the duel."

Hearing this, both Arhats and the demon crowd’s expressions drastically change. fɾēewebnσveℓ.com

When looking at the young Bodhisattva again, their demeanor is entirely different from before.

The other dared to lay hands upon True Gods.

Aside from immense courage, it also exhibits control over the entire situation, ensuring an airtight situation.

"..."

Seven Treasures Bodhisattva and Wuxiang Bodhisattva exchange a look, both maintaining silence.

After a long pause, another different voice echoes from the water: "Venerable’s skills are impressive, we are humbled."

"Tch."

Upon seeing this, Golden Toad Bodhisattva finally smiles coldly with satisfaction.

Even working such menial tasks, as the chosen disciple of the Future Buddha, he still manages to suppress these people, even the well-accomplished Seven Treasures out of his sixty-six transformations cannot snatch this credit.

"The Five Directions Bodhisattva hasn’t arrived yet?"

After explaining, Tianluo Bodhisattva notices one is still missing.

"Who knows, maybe original plans went smoothly, but due to the addition of a reckless figure, something might have gone awry inadvertently."

Golden Toad Bodhisattva raises an eyebrow with a hint of mockery.

He dares to say this, but the other Arhats dare not follow up.

Everyone knows that Golden Toad Bodhisattva’s discontent is with the one responsible for the scripture transmission: the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Great Ming King...now the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Bodhisattva.

Though the scripture transmission failed, the deeds of this Bodhisattva by the North Flow River have long reverberated across the heavens and set forth a fierce reputation.

This one may not match the Golden Toad Bodhisattva’s standing before the Buddha.

But should you dare mock him, first consider if your head is as tough as Tianwu Xuanwu.

Everyone waits patiently on the lotus leaf.

Not knowing how much time has passed, the long-late glow finally blooms above the Seven Saint Marsh.

Yet along with the vast glow is an intense demon energy shooting up to the sky.

"We respectfully welcome the Five Directions...Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing..."

The Arhats look up, becoming speechless; they cannot see any trace of the Five Directions Bodhisattva, and as for the following one, he brazenly arrives showing off two absolute Evil Demons, without any concealment!

If talking about arrogance, this surpasses even Golden Toad Bodhisattva by a large margin!

Between heaven and earth, with black robes tumbling, the youthful figure hovers mid-air, gazing down indifferently, with two shifting phantom dragon shadows on either side behind, blending scarlet with the glow, more like a Great Demon coming to cause trouble rather than a Bodhisattva!

"..."

Golden Toad Bodhisattva is momentarily dumbfounded, seeing Shen Yi also bring two demons, causing his facial muscles to twitch slightly.

This damned beast, in every respect, seems intent on overshadowing him.

He forcibly swallows his anger, suddenly stepping forward and questioning: "Why have you come alone, where is the Five Directions Bodhisattva?!"

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