CHAPTER 401: CHAPTER 355: KONG XUAN’S GRAND WEDDING

Bai Jin said somewhat sheepishly, "Master, when planning the Sealing God Battle, I fortuitously obtained these four Magical Treasures. I had intended to return them to Ran Deng and the others at the appropriate time, but unexpectedly, they defected to the Western Buddhism.

It seems that these four Magical Treasures and Divine Weapons are not fated for them! Today I return them to you, Master, to their rightful place."

Primordial Venerable observed the four Magical Treasures floating beneath him and nodded slightly, "Very good! Since they have severed the sentiment with the Chan Sect, the destiny with these treasures has also been cut off."

"Master’s words are most apt!"

Primordial Venerable’s expression shifted as he spoke, "Bai Jin, did you know they would betray the sect?"

Bai Jin hastily replied, "Master, how could this disciple possess such abilities? If I had known they would betray the Chan Sect, I would have slain them all during the Sealing God Battle and not allowed them to escape.

That I could obtain these four Magical Treasures was truly just a twist of fate, although I also feel it was a bit too coincidental. Perhaps, it was the will of Heaven! Treasures of our Mysterious Sect are not destined to be taken by anyone else."

Primordial Venerable smiled and said, "Since it is the will of Heaven, you should accept them."

Bai Jin looked up at Primordial Venerable and exclaimed in surprise, "Master, these are the Chan Sect’s Treasures."

"If Heaven has willed them into your hands, then they should be yours. Take them! I am not short of these Spiritual Treasures."

Bai Jin quickly collected the Magical Treasures and joyfully bowed down, saying, "Thank you for bestowing these treasures, Master!"

"Although Magical Treasures are good, one cannot become dependent on them. As you continue your cultivation, you will understand that Magical Treasures and Divine Weapons are ultimately external things."

"Thank you for your teaching, Master. This disciple will bear it in mind."

Bai Jin chatted idly with Primordial Venerable in the great hall for a moment longer before taking his leave.

...

In the following period, even though Buddhism had established a Buddha, the undercurrents remained turbulent. Mile, Mahasthamaprapta, Pharmacist, Lu Ya, and others secretly formed factions, greatly discontented with Ran Deng.

After the Sealing God Battle, Mahayana Buddhism was not thriving but instead became even more chaotic. Even multiple holy edicts from Zhunti could not settle the unrest. Without previous hope, there would be no despair, let alone that, in the eyes of Mile and others, this was the mistake of Saint Zhunti. Bai Jin’s words had taken root in everyone’s hearts and were indelible.

A year later in the Heavenly Court, the South suddenly burst forth with colorful clouds, with Phoenix Vermilion Bird’s cries echoing throughout the Primordial World. Countless birds soared into the sky, circling the sky of the Primordial World in a spectacular sight, catching the gaze of all Primordial Beings, who watched with awe and confusion.

Within the Southern Vermilion Bird Realm, the ethereal silhouettes of Phoenix Vermilion Bird danced in the sky, with fire-blossomed red flowers sprinkling from above. Below was a vast square with many Immortal Gods seated in meditation, mostly from the Vermilion Bird Clan and the Peacock Clan, along with some affiliated avian species.

Bai Jin, along with Shijigu Liang and members of the Law Enforcement Team, had also arrived early. After all, as Kong Xuan’s maternal family, it would be proper to meet the in-laws now that they were marrying off Kong Xuan.

In the temple at the center of the square, the Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage, dressed in a teal gown, sat in the seat of honor, exuding a regal and mighty aura. To his left, Bai Jin sat serenely upon the Divine Position.

With a beaming face, Bai Jin said, "Venerable Sage, Kong Xuan is still young. Should she make any mistakes in the future, I hope the Venerable Sage will offer guidance."

The Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage smiled and said, "Kong Xuan is like a child I’ve watched grow up, and I will naturally teach her."

"It’s a pity that my Jie Sect is in disrepair, leaving us rather desolate, which is a bit unfair to Purple Yao."

"With me around, Purple Yao will not suffer."

"Such magnanimity from the Venerable Sage, your disciple is in awe."

A crisp salutation rang through Heaven and Earth: "Wuzhuang Temple’s Qingfeng and Mingyue offer ten pairs of Ginsengfruit, wishing Purple Yao Heavenly Girl and Kong Xuan a joyful and auspicious union."

The Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage stood up and said, "The guests have arrived; let us go out as well."

Bai Jin stood up and gestured, saying, "After you, Venerable Sage!"

"The Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage laughed as he walked outside, saying, "If Kong Xuan had even a fraction of your understanding of propriety, I wouldn’t be this angry."

"Kong Xuan is still young; he will mature after getting married. In their future life, there will inevitably be some bumps and bruises, so I hope the Venerable Sage will be more lenient."

"I will not inquire into their affairs!"

Bai Jin followed behind the Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage, walking towards the outside.

"Netherworld Blood Sea Buxun offers three Karma Fire Red Lotus Seeds, wishing Kong Xuan and Purple Yao Heavenly Girl a happy marriage!"

"Platinum from the Western White Tiger Realm offers three Geng Gold Veins, wishing Kong Xuan and Purple Yao Heavenly Girl a happy marriage!"

"Ao Dang from the Eastern Azure Dragon Realm offers a thousand Deep Sea Water Essences, wishing Kong Xuan and Purple Yao Heavenly Girl a happy marriage!"

"Gui Xian from the Northern Black Tortoise Realm offers two Turtle Shells, wishing Kong Xuan and Purple Yao Heavenly Girl a happy marriage!"

"Qi Qi from Qilin Mountain offers one Qilin Treasure Map, wishing Kong Xuan and Purple Yao Heavenly Girl a happy marriage!"

"Gold Star Taibai from the Heavenly Court offers ten Flat Peaches, wishing Kong Xuan and Purple Yao Heavenly Girl a happy marriage!"

...

One after another, the sounds of respectful congratulations rang out.

Groups of Immortal Gods emerged, descending onto the Vermilion Bird Realm with various wonders and were received by the Vermilion Bird Clan members, who led them to their places.

The Four Symbols, revered and aloof from the Primordial Creational Karma, commanded respect, and all major powers within the Primordial World felt obliged to give them due courtesy.

The entire Southern Vermilion Bird Realm buzzed with activity in an instant.

The Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage, sitting high in the main seat, wore a smiling face, with Immortal Gods sitting in rows on both sides, forming a long corridor.

The grand voice of the Vermilion Bird Venerable Sage sounded: "The auspicious hour has arrived!" Instantly, celestial music began to play.

Buzz~

Suddenly, Buddha Light shone brightly between Heaven and Earth, and amid the celestial music, a group of Buddhist Disciples on auspicious clouds appeared, among them were Ci Hang, Wenshu, Puxian, Mahasthamaprapta, Mile, Pharmacist, and nearly a hundred Buddhist Disciples.

Mile clasped his hands and bowed, chuckling as he said, "Hearing of the great wedding between Vermilion Bird Heavenly Girl and Kong Xuan, our Buddha Mother was greatly delighted. In the past, the Buddha Mother had a chance encounter with Kong Xuan and passed down a Cultivation Method. There lies some connection.

Now that Jie Sect is in ruin and Kong Xuan is without support, the Buddha Mother has personally prepared a grand gift for Kong Xuan, to bolster his vitality. I hope that the Venerable Sage will not refuse."

Amidst the sound of celestial music, Kong Xuan and Purple Yao emerged just in time, Purple Yao dressed in Phoenix Crown and Robe, while Kong Xuan wore a red long robe.

Kong Xuan frowned slightly and said loudly, "Thanks for the Buddha Mother’s kindness, but although Jie Sect is in ruin, I still have Masters and fellow Disciples; I cannot accept the Buddha Mother’s gift."

Mile replied with a gentle smile, "Fellow Daoist Kong Xuan, don’t refuse. As far as I know, your fellow Disciples have not prepared a grand gift for you. How can such meagerness befit the Purple Yao Heavenly Girl?"

Below, All Immortals immediately buzzed with discussion.

Bai Qin, Ao Dang, Gui Xian, and Qi Qi sat nearby.

Bai Qin lifted his cup, took a sip, and said with a half-smile, "Buddhism seems to be picking a fight!"

Qi Qi, the young girl, snorted, "The people of Jie Sect have gone too far, not preparing anything. Are they looking down on the Vermilion Bird Realm?"

Ao Dang shook his head and said, "Buddhism comes at this moment to embarrass Jie Sect intentionally, but with Jie Sect already in ruins, why do they have to do this? Is it to target Bai Jin?!"