Cultivating with Top Enlightenment

Chapter 319: Chapter 177 Spirit_2

As he pondered.

Two pieces of Martial Saint secret treasures in the void had already started to show anomalies.

Buddha Baoshu chanted the Buddha’s name, and the light of the Glazed Treasure Tree grew even more intense. His expression turned solemn, while Taoist Baishan remained relaxed. ”Is this your limit?” he smiled calmly, then waved his sleeve, causing the ancient seal to expand once more.

The pressure of mountains crushed down, the heavens seemed to collapse, and the deafening sound filled everyone with fear.

The ancient seal stepped by step towards the Glazed Treasure Tree to suppress it. An endless burst of Buddha light showed tiny cracks, and the tree emitted a burdened creaking sound, as if it was about to shatter completely in the next moment. A faint sight of the Buddha altar collapsing could be seen, along with frightened Bodhisattvas.

Heavenly patterns with mystical power sealed the Glazed Treasure Tree in the void, preventing him from recalling it.

Buddha Baoshu’s expression finally changed.

His eyes shook, slightly defeated, not expecting that even after all these years, he was still no match for the True Profound True Monarch. ”True Profound, must you disregard personal affinity? If you’re not willing to ally, then so be it!”

Hearing Taoist Baishan’s voice resonate through True Profound Mountain: ”In the past, you fought with me over the Heavenly Crane Tree, and I didn’t argue with you for the sake of old ties, just a minor warning. But now, you’re here to insult my Dao tradition, surely you’re being reckless. If I don’t teach you a lesson today, you truly think I, Baishan, am a pushover!”

His voice was icy.

The True Profound Seal shone brighter, the power of heaven and earth swept through, winds roared, yet everything was contained within that space.

Crack, crack.

Cracks appeared on the Glazed Treasure Tree, and Bao Shu was somewhat frustrated. ”True Profound, stop! You really think you’ve got me figured out? If not for the spiritual awakening not occurring, who knows who’d win!”

He struggled to wield the Glazed Treasure Tree, but the trend wasn’t abating.

Even he suffered certain backlash, his complexion turned pale, losing the previous solemnity of his treasure. He glared at Baishan angrily, appearing somewhat ferocious. ”Already breaking defense? Truly petty. Even if spiritual awakening occurs, what’s the use? I’ll let you have one hand!”

Taoist Baishan laughed heartily, seeming to anger people with impunity.

Gold light flashed in Ning Qi’s eyes. ”Spiritual awakening?”

He vaguely understood something.

Clearly, Buddha Baoshu’s face darkened more.

But he dared not retort, the pressure increased. If his secret treasure truly suffered some damage, causing him to lose the advantage in future opportunities, he’d regret it deeply.

Upon this thought.

Buddha Baoshu finally discarded his pride, shouting: ”Barbarian Emperor, why aren’t you making a move? Let’s take down this mad Daoist together!”

Everyone was startled.

Being treated like this by Buddha Baoshu, he must be a peer-level powerhouse.

Taoist Baishan’s pupils contracted, speaking in a deep voice: ”Is the Barbarian Emperor here too?”

Ning Qi constantly searched, vaguely sensing a disturbance. He looked towards the sky, finally detecting a distant, elusive aura approaching. He realized this ethereal aura is a distinct trait of such people.

Hearty laughter echoed across the sky: ”Never thought the True Profound True Monarch would still remember me. I’m truly honored.”

Under everyone’s gaze.

A robust, towering man stepped through the void. Unnamed black beast hide was tied around his waist, emanating a terrifying aura, exposing a harmoniously built half of his chest filled with a sense of beauty.

His wild hair flew, hands behind his back, like a king surveying his domain, brimming with authority. No one dared to meet his gaze.

Taoist Baishan relaxed the strength of True Profound Seal, wary of the newcomer, feeling relieved.

Taoist Baishan gazed at the iron tower-like man before him, saying: ”Such a character as the Barbarian Emperor, Old Tao naturally remembers. But mixing with an old bald donkey like Bao Shu, isn’t that losing your status?”

The Barbarian Emperor laughed and waved: ”True Profound True Monarch, you’re mistaken. There’s merely a misunderstanding between Buddha Baoshu and the True Monarch. Now, the Buddhist Sect belongs to my Barbarian Race, naturally one family. Today, we haven’t come to offend, but to sincerely invite the True Monarch to join us in discussing major matters.”

Everyone’s spirit was uplifted, understanding the Barbarian Emperor’s origin.

Emperor of the Northern Barbarian!

This identity is somewhat sensitive, making everyone find it incredible. After all, the Northern Barbarian has always been suppressed by Great Yan, how could such a powerful Barbarian Emperor suddenly emerge?

Never heard of him before.

Just from Taoist Baishan’s attitude, it’s evident this Barbarian Emperor is likely extraordinary.

Once the Barbarian Emperor finished speaking, he waved slightly.

Mysterious power gathered into a pitch-black Heavenly Wolf, its fierce aura causing everyone to tremble slightly, as if witnessing the existence of a Beast Emperor.

The pitch-black Heavenly Wolf howled towards the sky, lunging at True Profound Seal.

In an instant.

A two-on-one situation formed.

Taoist Baishan’s expression changed slightly, True Profound Seal promptly withdrew all suppressive force, only protecting everyone, the ancient seal floated, flickering lightly, sensing the unfavorable situation.

The heavily pressured Glazed Treasure Tree completely relaxed, golden light emerged, and all the minute cracks instantly vanished.

The pitch-black Heavenly Wolf didn’t pursue either, merely stood off against the Glazed Treasure Tree and True Profound Seal.

Taoist Baishan’s gaze grew cold: ”So you’ve got assistance, I say Bao Shu, you bald donkey, how dare you be so presumptuous today?”

The Barbarian Emperor spoke solemnly: ”True Monarch, please calm down. Buddha Baoshu’s previous actions were just testing whether the True Monarch was awakened. Any inappropriate conduct, please forgive, we’re here today to invite the True Monarch to lead the entire Taoism into our Barbarian Race, and collectively serve as the national religion, also convenient for seeking opportunity together.”

Everyone’s heart was stirred.

Such ambition from the Barbarian Emperor!

He wants to unite Taoism and Buddhist Sect.

With some simple calculations, they understood the motive. The Northern Barbarian and Great Yan have never been on good terms. If Taoism and Buddhist Sect were united under their control, such balance shift could cause incredible changes, especially considering the recent southern advance by the Northern Barbarian, everyone felt a slight chill.

Taoist Longshan felt similarly, turning to speak with Ning Qi about something, but was suddenly stunned, noticing his disciple was nowhere to be found. He instinctively searched but couldn’t find him, causing unease. However, he chose to stay still due to the current situation.

The Barbarian Emperor was extremely sincere: ”The True Monarch should seriously consider, you can state any conditions.”

Taoist Baishan merely pointed to the east, towards Yan State’s direction: ”Isn’t the Barbarian Emperor afraid of that one?”

Everyone held their breath.

Understanding who was referred to.

Great Yan’s Martial Saint!

The Barbarian Emperor’s expression turned slightly serious, then confidently smiled: ”Now that we’ve returned, some matters need change. I must think not only for myself but for future generations.” ”As for him, choosing a different path than ours, whether he can remain at the peak is uncertain. Even if he can, this emperor fears not. Soon, I’ll demand an explanation from him!”

His eyes brimmed with dominance.

Everyone’s blood boiled, feeling a great era was about to unfold.

Return of the Saints?

Is it implying something?

Taoist Longshan was also somewhat excited.

Taoist Baishan seemed affected by the Barbarian Emperor’s dominance, fell silent, Barbarian Emperor waited patiently, Buddha Baoshu kept silent, even with dissatisfaction wouldn’t retort at this time.

But after a moment, Taoist Baishan still shook his head: ”I have no intention of interfering in your matters. Taoism isn’t solely under my authority. Please, Barbarian Emperor, return.”

With these words.

A hushed silence.

Everyone felt the atmosphere growing tense.

The Barbarian Emperor remained calm, staring at Taoist Baishan, while in the void, the pitch-black Heavenly Wolf growled softly, Buddha Baoshu raised his head abruptly, eyes showing subtle delight. ”Truly not considering?” the Barbarian Emperor asked.

Taoist Baishan calmly replied: ”Please leave.”

The Barbarian Emperor laughed heartily, laughter shaking the heavens and earth. ”Well then, long have I heard of the True Monarch’s esteemed name, but had never the chance to witness. Today’s the day to behold, insulting Buddha Baoshu is akin to insulting this emperor.”

He fixed his gaze on Taoist Baishan.

Eyes gathered fierce murderous aura.