My Wife Is The Leader Of A Demonic Cult-Chapter 192 - : Flattening the Demon Sect and Assisting the Buddhist

Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Flattening the Demon Sect and Assisting the Buddhist

Yujing City, Dragon Spring Temple.

Dragon Spring Temple was also a millennium-old monastery. However, compared to the well-preserved Fa Xi Temple, Dragon Spring Temple seemed somewhat fragmented and dilapidated.

Before Great Yan unified the realm, Dragon Spring Temple was burnt to the ground by the Sect Leader of the Zhenyi Sect at that time. There had been some rebuilding and refurbishing, but it was indeed a shadow of its former glorious self.

Two years ago, the Human Emperor ordered Yue Tingchen, the Minister of the Ministry of Industry, to spend a fortune on renovating Dragon Spring Temple, which restored its antique appearance somewhat.

Additionally, with the resurgence of Buddhism this year, the entire Great Yan Dynasty seemed to have ignited a fervor for offering incense and revering the Buddha, making Dragon Spring Temple much more lively.

At this moment, the temple gate was bustling with people. Among them were young ladies from noble families seeking marital connections, scholars praying for their future, and women wishing for peace and prosperity.

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In the Grand Hall, there stood a man in a black robe.

The man stood in the corner, inconspicuous as people passed by without noticing him, his ancient longsword hidden within his robe.

At that moment, he was looking up at the Buddha statues above the Grand Hall.

The eight-feet-tall sandalwood Buddha statue stood majestically. Its left hand drooped down forming the “Wish-granting Seal,” symbolizing the fulfillment of all beings’ desires, while its right hand curved up, forming the “Fearless Seal,” signifying the removal of all beings’ suffering.

People continuously kneeled on the mats, kowtowing earnestly to the Buddha statues, their lips moving in prayer.

The man in the black robe was An Jing, who, after leaving the Lv Sect, remembered the appointment with the Universal Benefit Bodhisattva and thus came to this ancient temple, Dragon Spring Temple.

“This honored guest, please come this way.”

Just then, a monk slowly approached An Jing and said.

An Jing nodded and followed the monk towards the back of the Grand Hall.

They passed through a long corridor and up some steps to reach a side hall of the Grand Hall.

This side hall was already sealed off and not accessible to ordinary folk.

Inside the hall stood several Buddha statues, all with fierce expressions and eyes that seemed to blaze with fire.

On the left side, below the Buddha statues, two old monks were sitting cross-legged.

One of the monks had a kind and gentle face; he was indeed the Universal Benefit Bodhisattva.

The other was wearing a white kasaya, thin in stature, with eyes tightly closed, as if he was dozing off on his mat.

The monk addressed the Universal Benefit Bodhisattva, “Two venerable masters.”

The Universal Benefit Bodhisattva smiled and said, “Honored guest, please have a seat.”

At that moment, the old monk in the white kasaya also opened his eyes, and as they opened, it seemed as though golden light burst forth from within.

“Greetings to the two grand masters.”

An Jing bowed to the two monks, then sat down cross-legged.

The Universal Benefit Bodhisattva said, “This is my elder brother, Wénwén.”

Upon hearing this, An Jing immediately clasped his fists and said, “So it is Master Wénwén, my apologies for any disrespect.”

Universal Literary Vajra, the current abbot of Leiyin Temple and one of the top masters in Buddhism, his cultivation was on par with Da Yan Vajra, at the very least, a master at the peak of the Second Qi.

Indeed, Buddhism would not simply send an early Grandmaster like Universal Benefit Bodhisattva; there was also a master of Vajra Cultivation.

“No need for formalities,” said Universal Literary Vajra indifferently.

“The honored guest’s name is also well-known to me. Speaking directly, how could the honored guest bring out the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture’ secret technique?”

In contrast to the gentleness of Universal Benefit Bodhisattva, Universal Literary Vajra was much more direct in his speech.

“If your sect is unwilling to produce the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture,’ I do not wish to insist,”

An Jing chuckled lightly, “As long as the two grand masters are willing to assist me with a favor, I am ready to offer the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Mantra’ with both hands.”

Universal Literary Vajra asked upon hearing this, “What favor?”

An Jing directly said, “I plan to head to Dongluo Pass and slay the traitors of the Demon Sect. I hope Buddhism can lend a helping hand.”

With many high-level practitioners in the Demon Sect, it would be somewhat dangerous without the assistance of a master by his side, and Universal Literary Vajra was the best candidate for help.

Upon hearing this, Universal Literary Vajra frowned, “Is the honored guest jesting?”

To enter Dongluo Pass and kill the traitors of the Demon Sect—a slogan often chanted by the people of the Great Yan martial world, but was someone actually going to do it?

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva also showed a hint of disbelief in his eyes.

The Ghost Swordsman was actually planning to infiltrate the Demon Sect? It was known in Jianghu that he clashed with the Zhenyi Sect, but there had been no news of enmity with the Demon Sect.

An Jing asked with a smile, “Do I look like a man who jokes, Master?”

The two looked at each other, both remaining silent.

Seeing their silence, An Jing said, “As long as the two masters are willing to join me in striking the Demon Sect, once the deed is done, the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Mantra’ will naturally not pose a problem.”

This, however, might not come to fruition.

Universal Literary Vajra thought to himself and then shook his head, “This matter is too involved.”

Not to mention whether the three of them could make their way into the Demon Sect and counter its demons, Buddhism shouldn’t be opposing the Demon Sect at this critical moment.

Buddhism, currently spreading its doctrines throughout Great Yan, had Zhenyi Sect as its main competitor.

An Jing shook his head, speaking faintly, “Then there’s nothing more to discuss.”

Buddhism was unwilling to provide assistance, and unwilling to hand over the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture.’ Did they wish to reap benefits without giving anything in return?

Seeing An Jing rising to leave, Universal Literary Vajra smiled and said, “Hold on a moment, honored guest.”

An Jing narrowed his eyes slightly, “What else does the master wish to say?”

Universal Literary Vajra pondered for a while, saying, “It’s not impossible for the donor to obtain this ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture,’ but you must promise to never impart it to a second person besides yourself.”

The Vajra Secret Technique was something Buddhism was determined to obtain. Possessing this secret technique would undoubtedly elevate Buddhism’s strength to another tier. With chaos gradually emerging, who would want to miss the chance to enhance their power?

As long as the Ghost Swordsman did not propagate ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture,’ what harm would there be in allowing him to practice it?

“Very well.”

An Jing nodded slightly, feeling somewhat disappointed.

He had initially hoped that Buddhism could help him deal with the Demon Sect, but clearly, Buddhism did not wish to confront the Demon Sect directly.

Universal Literary Vajra nodded towards Universal Benefit Bodhisattva, who then took out a skin scroll from his bosom, saying, “This scroll contains the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture.’ If you wish to practice it, you can stay at the Dragon Spring Temple to study it thoroughly until you have mastered it completely.”

An Jing chuckled lightly, “There’s no need for such trouble; lending me this copy to take a look will suffice.”

Universal Literary Vajra narrowed his eyes and said, “Just a look, you say?”

The higher the level of the Martial Arts Heart Method, the harder it is to practice, and the Heart Method of the Heavenly Martial level is already extremely difficult, not to mention those above the Heavenly Martial level.

“Of course.”

An Jing also took out his favorite ‘Great Sun Tathagata Mantra’ from his bosom and handed it to Universal Literary Vajra, “This is the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Mantra,’ genuine or fake, the master will know at a glance.”

Universal Literary Vajra glanced at it, a thought stirring in his mind.

Having practiced Buddhist Martial Arts his whole life, he could naturally discern the authenticity of the Martial Arts.

Meanwhile, An Jing also took a glance at the copied scroll, with countless characters instantly entering his mind, afterward focusing on the Earth Book.

Cultivation: Half-step Master

Life Fate: Favorable Star Shining, rising

Root Bone: Once in a century

Martial Arts: Sword Drawing Skill, Hidden Sword Skill, Sword Control Technique, Nine-character Sword Technique, Soaring Nine Heavens Body Technique, Daluo Heart Method, Concealing Qi Technique, Hundred-step Flying Sword Ninth Layer, Ghost Valley Heart Method Second Profound, Nine Yang Divine Finger Eighth Layer, Brahma Heart Sees Me, Great Sun Tathagata Mantra, Heavenly Intent Four Symbols Sword Technique Sixth Layer, Nine Nether Purgatory Demon Scripture Fourth Layer, Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture First Layer.

Prompt One: The host’s Life Fate is not yet deeply rooted, remaining one month. Do not reveal the host’s identity through displaying Martial Arts, or else a black opportunity will arise.

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An Jing nodded slightly; the Universal Benefit Bodhisattva and Universal Literary Vajra indeed hadn’t deceived him with anything counterfeit.

“Thank you very much.”

After finishing, An Jing handed the copied scroll back to the Universal Benefit Bodhisattva.

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva was momentarily stunned, “You… really aren’t looking at it anymore?”

The Ghost Swordsman in front of him had just glanced once; could it be that he had already learned the ‘Great Sun Tathagata Zen Scripture’? Such a thing seemed impossible.

Universal Literary Vajra also watched the Ghost Swordsman, wondering if this man had come specifically to deliver the Buddhist Secret Technique today?

One should know that even the high monks of Buddhism took at least several months to practice to the first layer just by viewing this copy.

An Jing smiled and shook his head, “No need, I have already mastered it.”

Hearing this, Universal Benefit Bodhisattva reluctantly accepted the skin scroll, sighing, “The donor is indeed generous and virtuous, truly a rarity in this world.”

In their minds, the Ghost Swordsman today seemed to have come specifically to give them the secret technique; the thought touched them both.

Was it all a trial, a test before?

Receiving the secret technique so willingly made Universal Literary Vajra feel rather ashamed; he pondered for a while, then asked, “May I know why your excellency wants to infiltrate the Demon Sect?”

An Jing calmly replied, “Because of a person.”

Universal Literary Vajra frowned and said, “The Demon Sect is filled with numerous experts, especially at the Sealing Demon Platform, which is unfathomably deep. If your excellency goes alone, it might be very hard to come out alive.”

Ordinary people in the Martial World might not know of this Sealing Demon Platform, but as a Dharma King of Buddhism, he naturally knew of this extremely mysterious platform, which constituted the foundation of the Demon Sect.

An Jing said, “Even if it’s dangerous, I must go.”

Even if the path ahead was a mountain of swords and a sea of flames, he had to proceed.

Hearing An Jing’s resolute words, Universal Literary Vajra sighed lightly, “Given your kindness and grace today, this poor monk has no way to repay you. If your excellency truly wishes to go to the Demon Sect, this poor monk is willing to help alone, but this matter is not about the conflict between Buddhism and demons.”

Buddhism emphasizes cause and effect; since a cause has been established, there naturally results an effect.

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva clasped his hands and remained silent.

An Jing heard this and laughed, “Oh? Is the master really willing to help?”

Universal Literary Vajra nodded, smiling, “This poor monk is willing to go with the donor to resolve this matter of cause and effect; perhaps we may even witness your Excellency performing feats that will shock the world. This poor monk would then live without regrets.”

An Jing’s face was serious as he replied, “Good, I will remember your kindness today, master.”

The abbot of Leiyin Temple, that was the cultivation of a Second Qi Peak Grandmaster, plus with Duke Xu emerging from seclusion, and by then his own cultivation reaching the realm of a One Qi Grandmaster, he would have some assurance against the Demon Sect.

After all, that was the Demon Sect, reputed to be an extremely dangerous place.

Universal Literary Vajra asked, “May I know when the donor plans to go?”

“This matter still needs more than a month.”

An Jing pondered for a moment and said, “Before then, I need to take care of a very important matter.”

Since his cultivation was still at the Half-step Master Realm, he naturally needed to first go to Beili Volcano to obtain the Volcano Spirit and advance to the Grandmaster level before proceeding.

Universal Literary Vajra nodded slightly, “Good, then this poor monk will wait for the donor’s message, and in the meantime, start practicing this ‘Great Sun Tathagata Mantra.’

“Good, then let’s agree on this.”

An Jing stood up and bowed with clasped fists, “Universal Literary Vajra, see you in a month’s time.”

Universal Literary Vajra turned to the side and said, “Universal Benefit, please see the donor out.”

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva rose and said, “Yes, senior brother.”

Speaking, the two of them walked towards the outside of the hall.

Returning the same way, they walked from the side hall along the corridor towards the Grand Hall.

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva whispered, “The benefactor’s kindness, Universal Benefit will keep in mind.”

In his view, An Jing entrusting the incomplete secret technique to the Buddhist was a matter too profound to articulate.

An Jing, baffled like a monk who could not make heads or tails of it, still said solemnly, “Universal Benefit Bodhisattva, you flatter me; the kindness of Buddhism is also unforgettable for me.”

Just as they were talking, An Jing noticed two figures ahead.

They were two women, both extremely beautiful, one of whom was Princess An Le, Zhao Xuening.

The woman beside Zhao Xuening bore a slight resemblance to her but was slightly older, and her temperament was entirely different.

The woman’s beauty was tinged with a heroic air, radiant like autumn dews on frost, her cheeks warm and eyes sparkling, like moonlight over cold rivers, dressed in a robe adorned with flying colorful phoenixes, majestic and elegant.

“Ghost Swordsman and Universal Benefit Monk,” Zhao Xuening’s eyebrows slightly raised, somewhat surprised in her heart; she hadn’t expected to meet the Ghost Swordsman here again.

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva placed his palms together and said, “This humble monk has seen the Empress and Princess An Le.”

“The master is courteous.”

Zuo Linglong chuckled lightly, then turned to look at An Jing, who was dressed in a black robe and said, “Could it be that the gentleman is the Ghost Swordsman?”

A black robe and a mask on his face, this was almost a signature look for the Ghost Swordsman nowadays.

“This humble commoner greets you.”

An Jing said indifferently.

Zuo Linglong was not particularly bothered by An Jing’s aloofness and said, “Sir, you are the benefactor of Xuening, who saved her previously. I have felt deeply ashamed for not being able to thank you in person. Today, fortunately meeting you, I can finally settle this debt of gratitude.”

Speaking, Zuo Linglong bowed towards An Jing.

An Jing waved his sleeve, his inner strength secretly supporting, immediately stopping Zuo Linglong and said, “The Empress flatters me too much, it was but a minor deed that day.”

If it weren’t for Qi Shu wanting to kill him, he might not have intervened to save Zhao Xuening.

Zhao Xuening bit her lip, feeling secretly annoyed in her heart; she knew that the Ghost Swordsman hadn’t really intended to save her at that time.

Zuo Linglong smiled charmingly, insisting, “Sir’s kindness, our mother and daughter, the Zuo family, will never forget; if there is a need in the future, we will certainly do our utmost to repay today’s gratitude.”

An Jing glanced at the peerlessly beautiful woman, “The Empress is indeed thoughtful.”

Whether the polite words were sincere or not, they were comforting to hear, worthy of the current Empress.

Zuo Linglong, seeing Zhao Xuening not speaking, immediately said, “Xuening, aren’t you going to thank him?”

Hearing Zuo Linglong say this, Zhao Xuening stepped forward towards An Jing and bowed, “Xuening thanks you, sir, for your help that day.”

Whether intentional or not, it was the Ghost Swordsman who had saved her, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable.

“Princess, you are too polite, this humble commoner has urgent matters and must leave first, Master need not see me off.”

An Jing bowed his hands and then walked towards the exit of Dragon Spring Temple.

Zuo Linglong, watching An Jing’s departing figure, couldn’t help but sigh, “This Ghost Swordsman, truly a mysterious figure indeed.”

She had just tried to make some connection with the Ghost Swordsman, but his words conveyed a sense of coldness and resistance.

It’s said that even Heaven and Earth Net has yet to uncover specific information about him, and the mysterious Grandmaster that appeared behind him seemed to come out of nowhere.

Zhao Xuening slightly frowned her delicate nose and said, “Skulking around, everywhere wearing a mask, sooner or later one day I’ll pull off his mask and see if he’s a human or a ghost.”

Zuo Linglong patted Zhao Xuening’s head, scolding, “Xuening, be respectful.”

Zhao Xuening stuck out her tongue and laughed, “I’m just teasing, who knows what kind of old monster is under the mask.”

Universal Benefit Bodhisattva laughed and said nothing.

……

As night fell like ink and moonlight flowed like water, Honglu Institute hosted a grand hall.

Candles flickered.

Zongzheng Yuan was seated cross-legged on a carpet, with an ancient zither in front of him.

At that moment, his fingers continuously plucked at the strings, the sound deep and leisurely, clear as splashing jade, trembling like a dragon’s roar.

Beneath him, Mu Jin Dharma King was seated, holding a wine jar and continuously pouring wine into his mouth, uninterested in the music Zongzheng Yuan was playing.

He really couldn’t understand what was so appealing about this feeble ancient zither.

After a while, Mu Jin Dharma King set down the jar and said, “This Great Yan’s wine is just like plain water, bland and tasteless.”

Zongzheng Yuan paused his action and said, “Perhaps the Dharma King is not used to it.”

“I’m not like you, leader, having spent several years here, long accustomed to tasteless wine.”

Mu Jin Dharma King glanced at Zongzheng Yuan and said, “Leader must not forget our purpose here; don’t let Zhao Chongyin hold us back.”

They had been in Yujing City for several days now, but it seemed they hadn’t even met the Human Emperor yet, apart from having a meal, they had achieved nothing, completely led by the nose by Zhao Chongyin.

Zongzheng Yuan’s eyebrows raised slightly; if not for Mu Jin Dharma King’s serious injury, why would they be so restrained?

At the very least, they could always leave Yujing City at any time, turning retreat into advance.

Now with Mu Jin Dharma King injured, they could only stay in Yujing City, wasting time.

Zongzheng Yuan took a deep breath and said, “Dharma King, rest assured.”

“Let’s hope so.”

Mu Jin Dharma King walked toward the exterior of the house. “The night has deepened, Zongzheng Yuan, remember to rest early.”

Zongzheng Yuan bowed his head and continued to prepare to play his instrument.

“Hmm!?”

But the next moment, he noticed that Mu Jin Dharma King stood at the doorway motionless and had not left.

Zongzheng Yuan frowned and asked, “What is it, Dharma King?”

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“Step! Step!”

Mu Jin Dharma King didn’t speak, but his steps moved backward, retreating about four or five steps, and Zongzheng Yuan saw a figure.

It was an old man in black with gray hair, an ordinary face without any expression, his hands clasped behind him. With every step he took toward the inside of the house, Mu Jin Dharma King stepped back.

Even without seeing Mu Jin Dharma King’s expression, Zongzheng Yuan could guess what it was.

Mu Jin Dharma King said with utmost gravity, “What do you want to do?”

From the figure before him, he suddenly felt a pressing sensation as if his heart was being struck, making his breathing quicken.

The black-clothed old man said indifferently, “I am here to kill someone.”

“To kill someone!?”

Mu Jin Dharma King stared in shock at the black-clothed old man.

This was the Honglu Institute of the Great Yan, and he was one of the five great Dharma Kings of Houjin. Moreover, his patron was Zongzheng Huachun’s seventh son, Zongzheng Yuan, a renowned leader even within Houjin.

He was there to kill someone!?

Such a person was either a madman or one of the topmost experts in the current world. And to arrive at the Honglu Institute without a sound, he obviously couldn’t be a madman.

Mu Jin Dharma King was not stupid; his expression immediately darkened. “Your courage is admirable. You must not be a nobody, I presume.”

The next moment, without waiting for the old man to reply, he executed the shrinking land into inches technique to move far away.

“You can’t escape.”

The black-clothed old man’s hand suddenly held a longsword.

Fast!

Fast to the extreme!

At the moment the longsword was revealed, a bloody mark appeared on Mu Jin Dharma King’s neck.

This speed was so swift, it completely surpassed the speed the naked eye could capture, as if it were faster than a flash of lightning.

“Thump!”

Mu Jin Dharma King fell heavily to the ground, a thin red line visible at his neck, from which blood continuously flowed.

“Gushing—!”

Mu Jin Dharma King’s eyes were wide open, his mouth agape, as if he wanted to call for help or to shout.

“You…”

Such a terrifying scene occurred in a flash, and even with Zongzheng Yuan’s refined Qi cultivation, his complexion drastically changed.

He was furious that Mu Jin Dharma King tried to leave him and escape alone, and shocked that Mu Jin Dharma King was killed with a single sword stroke.

That was a Grandmaster at the peak of Second Qi, although gravely injured.

But just like that, he was dead.

By the time Zongzheng Yuan collected his senses, the old man had already retracted his longsword and turned to him. “Now, it’s your turn.”

Zongzheng Yuan’s breathing stalled as he said, “Senior, is there room to negotiate any terms?”

He possessed power, ambition, wealth, status, talent, and even luck… In short, dying like this was something he could not accept.

“I know what you want to say.”

The black-clothed old man waved his hand and said, “I am not interested in any conditions you could offer.”

Hearing this, Zongzheng Yuan forced himself to remain calm and said, “Senior is also a master of the sword. Could it be you’re from the Sixth Realm, I wonder who is stronger or weaker compared to Lin Yiyang…”

In the present world, few could claim to be the ultimate sword immortals, among whom the most formidable was Lin Yiyang, who had just reached the Sixth Realm. Who was this old man before him?

Only by identifying this old man could he present something the other party deemed valuable.

The black-clothed old man glanced at Zongzheng Yuan and said emotionlessly, “There is no unbeatable sword, only unbeatable people; no unbeatable realm, only unbeatable Sword Dao. Even within the Sixth Realm, there are differences.”

“You are a talented, ambitious, aspiring person, with opportunities and a background. By rights, in the impending chaotic world, you should have a place; but do you know what you lack a little of?”

“What?”

“A bit of luck.”

The black-clothed old man spoke, lifting his arm.

Zongzheng Yuan’s breathing paused; then his body, as if boneless, slowly toppled down, severing all breath.

“This world is most fascinating because you never know what will happen tomorrow. Whether you are a powerful ruler or a profound and inscrutable Grandmaster, anyone might die tomorrow.”

The black-clothed old man glanced at the corpse on the ground, murmured to himself, and walked toward the door.

“Past matters darken beyond pursuit, the road of forthcoming days, is bright and splendid.”

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PS: The old man appeared during the duel between Lou Xiangzhen and Xiao Qianqiu.