Attaining Immortality, Starting From Slaying Demons-Chapter 1370 - 804: Me, 12 Golden Immortals?

Whether it was the Great Freedom Bodhisattva or the Primordial Chaos Great Luo Golden Immortal, they all understood Joyful True Buddha’s intention.

Among the younger disciples, someone like Shen Yi emerged as an anomaly, ascending to Second Rank, transforming into Jade Void Universe True Man, rendering the debate meaningless.

If the Three Immortals Sect were declared victorious now, Shen Yi would directly ascend to the Immortal Emperor position, surely stirring discontent within the Bodhi Sect, forcing a continuation, unless Great Freedom Bodhisattvas, who are also Second Rank, stepped in.

However, doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the tribulation.

For the younger generation, the position of Immortal Emperor is something to compete fiercely for; but for these undying elders, it may not necessarily be a blessing.

"..."

Emperor Dongji slightly furrowed his brow.

He intended to protect Shen Yi, as Shen posed the greatest hope for claiming the Immortal Emperor status. Yet, if things went according to Joyful True Buddha’s plans, with all Second Rank members entering the tribulation, Shen Yi, who just become Primordial Chaos Great Luo Golden Immortal, would lose any advantage.

"This doesn’t quite seem right?" Emperor Dongji pondered briefly before shaking his head. Currently, the Three Immortals Sect holds a significant advantage, and there is no need to debate again.

"Is it appropriate for one Golden Immortal to suppress two sects?" Joyful True Buddha became assertive this time, refusing to concede: "Indeed, you are correct, he is indeed a youngster, but having transcended both realms, he can no longer participate in the debate."

The stance of the Bodhi Sect was unmistakable.

Either everyone participates, or the youngsters continue battling, excluding Shen Yi, rendering previous events null, punishable for concealing cultivation.

Logically speaking, even the latter option would be a fair choice for the Three Immortals Sect.

Despite Shen Yi having fought only seven battles, each opponent vanquished was of the highest caliber in the art of Ninety-nine Changes, among the most formidable in the Bodhi Sect’s youth, making the losses significant.

The issue arises when considering the Three Immortals Sect, which originally had high hopes for victory with three great Heavenly Prides, now only Li Shan remained, as You Yao was struck down at Heavenly Tower Mountain, while Qi Xian vanished.

If Shen Yi were excluded... Li Shan, facing the scrutinizing gazes of numerous elders, couldn’t help but reveal a bitter smile; his chances of victory were slim before, let alone now, with all these monks filled with boundless resentment.

They couldn’t defeat Brother Taixu, but they certainly could unleash their rage on him.

Li Shan wasn’t afraid of death; he simply couldn’t nod in agreement under such enormous pressure when it involved the Immortal Emperor’s rank and the future incense authority between the two sects.

"Whew."

Master Xuanwei withdrew his gaze, not blaming his disciple, understanding that not every cultivator could emulate Master Yu Yu, of whom there were few, harshly demanding of youngsters. Perhaps it was better to ask these old ones if any of them had half the grace Shen Yi had in their youth.

Moreover, excluding Shen Yi must also consider the willingness of fellow sect members.

Shen Yi chose to conceal his cultivation, risking angering True Buddha and being suppressed, would so boldly stand for Chi Yun Cave, evidently moving many Golden Immortals.

Chi Yunzi’s slightly absurd stance, wanting to confront True Buddha, surprisingly reflected the current attitude of the Three Immortals Sect.

"We ask True Buddha the Emperor’s understanding; we need a few days to consult the Sect Hierarch and the master’s will."

Thinking of this, Master Xuanwei took a step forward, bowing to the four Heroic Peaks.

Upon completing the ceremonial gesture, he turned, leading numerous Golden Immortals and disciples, directly escorting Shen Yi away from East Sumeru.

"..."

Listening to these words, Emperor Dongji hesitated, his expression turned darker.

Even though he personally came to oversee the great tribulation, when facing true decisions, he still pales in comparison to the three "Sect Hierarch Masters."

Heh, the Three Pure Ones and Five Emperors.

All beings of the First Rank, it’s understandable that the transcended Yuqing remains, but why should the other two supersede the Emperor?

A longstanding tradition? A habitual address?

If it cannot be changed, what point does this tribulation hold? fгee𝑤ebɳoveɭ.cøm

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Deep in East Sumeru, at the opposite shore where Buddha Light was most intense.

On a floating island seemingly made of pure White Jade, two Buddhas faced each other, sitting cross-legged, casually moving fingers, shifting light points in the sky, even using stars and moons as pieces, calmly playing chess.

"Why don’t you watch over your Southern Continent instead of coming to my East Continent?"

Present Buddha serenely placed a piece, his gaze falling on the opponent’s face, clearly his thoughts not on the chessboard.

Opposite him, Future Buddha appeared troubled, contemplating each move for a long time, indicating the vast gap between them: "Disobedient disciples insisted on going before those gods and demons seeking discomfort, now bringing forth Ancestor God, hiding here, seeking peace."

"Disobedient?"

Upon hearing, Present Buddha chuckled softly.

These words had some meaning.

Arranging this great tribulation was his idea, and as the future, dissatisfaction was expected, understandable.

After all, upon attaining Buddhahood, it was promised a lifetime control each, awaiting his own era to advance to transcendence in turn.

Upon perfecting this tribulation, the current era might extend for a very, very long time.

Yet he still didn’t expect the future to express veiled dissatisfaction so openly.

In the present, disciples followed orders, pushing the tribulation with full tribulation power, could it be deemed disobedient?

"Maybe you’ve been dormant too long, it’s time to engage more." Present Buddha effortlessly countered Future Buddha’s elaborate tactical move, subtly referencing the Southern Continent’s stagnancy to highlight the future’s prolonged inactivity and crafty avoidance.