CHAPTER 518: CHAPTER 461, I SWEAR IN THE NAME OF MY MASTER

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian analyzed seriously, "I have been thinking deeply after my arrival. Looking at the literal meaning, the Buddha originates from the Tao, and as Buddhism thrives, so does Taoism. But how could the mysteries spoken by the Taoist Ancestor be so simple?

After my contemplation and analysis, I finally have some understanding. ’The Buddha originates from the Tao’ has two interpretations, one is the great Tao, and the other is Taoism."

Bai Jin subconsciously nodded his head.

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian continued to analyze, "It should not be Taoism. Buddhism and Taoism are vastly different; how could it be that the Buddha originates from Taoism?

Therefore, that ’Tao’ must be referring to the Heavenly Dao.

The general trend is converging. Buddhism is greatly flourishing, which means the Heavenly Dao is on the side of Buddhism, and thus ’the Buddha originates from the Tao’ is formed."

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian said with emotion, "The Taoist Ancestor is indirectly telling us that Buddhism is favored by the Heavenly Dao, and he, the elder, can’t do anything about it."

"Uh~ Master Uncle, are we overthinking it? Maybe the Taoist Ancestor’s meaning is quite simple!" Bai Jin ventured.

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian laughed heartily, "Bai Jin, you are still too naïve. The words of the Taoist Ancestor represent the Heavenly Secret, and must be comprehended, how could they be simple? I grew up following the Taoist Ancestor; I understand what his words mean."

Inside Chaos Purple Cloud Palace, Taoist Hong Jun sneezed twice in succession, touched his nose, and with a hint of malice in his eyes, thought, "You understand nothing."

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Within Palace of the Polestar, Bai Jin said with feeling, "Has even the Taoist Ancestor given up on us?"

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian nodded and said with emotion, "The Taoist Ancestor must also act according to the Tao! Bai Jin, in this calamity, our Eastern Mystic Sect is destined to endure."

Bai Jin’s eyes flickered, "I have no intention of enduring," and said, "Master Uncle, I plan to carry out a reform in the Heavenly Court."

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian said indifferently, "No need to tell me, do as you please! As long as you do not violate the Heavenly Rules, everything else is fine."

Bai Jin bowed deeply and said, "Thank you, Master Uncle!"

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian said bitterly, "Soon, that monkey will cause a Big Chaos in Heaven. If you are unwilling, take the Law Enforcement Team, retreat and close yourself off. I will bear all the infamy."

Bai Jin was struck with emotion. Big Chaos in Heaven! Even The Buddha wasn’t able to do it, but a monkey achieved it. After the Big Chaos in Heaven, the Heavenly Court completely became a laughingstock of the Three Realms. How could such a thing happen?

Bai Jin stood up and said, "Master Uncle, I need to go back to prepare for the reform."

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian nodded, "Go!"

Bai Jin turned around and walked away, his figure quickly disappearing.

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian radiated light, and a virtual image emerged from his body, solidifying into a figure identical to Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian, except it possessed an ethereal aura, form without spirit.

Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian declared, "From today onwards, you are the Jade Emperor, presiding over the Heavenly Court."

The Jade Emperor saluted with a fist-in-palm gesture and replied, "Yes!"

...

Bai Jin left Zining Palace, walking towards his Bird’s Nest, deep in thought. The Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian and many Saints had already decided, for the greater good, to cooperate with Buddhism. Both the Heavenly Court and the Underworld were about to experience the most humiliating era. They believe that by tolerating one calamity, they could secure peace for the Xuanmen, but the impact of this matter is far more serious than they thought. Even after countless years, the Heavenly Court and the Underworld would still be labeled as incompetent, and instead of fading with time, the criticism intensifies.

While Bai Jin was walking, he stepped forward, and in an instant, his figure disappeared, vanishing within the Heavenly Court.

Bai Jin only saw a blur before his eyes, and when he looked again, he had already arrived inside Biyou Palace, where the Tongtian Sect Master sat solemnly in the main seat.

Bai Jin hurriedly bowed down and exclaimed excitedly, "Master, I’ve missed you so much."

The mighty voice of the Tongtian Sect Master resonated, "Bai Jin, great changes are about to occur in the Three Realms, do you know this?"

Bai Jin replied respectfully, "Disciple knows!"

"The Six Saints have determined the Westward Journey, which has been approved by the Heavenly Dao, and the Westward Journey itself is the Buddha’s Ascension Calamity."

Bai Jin’s mind flashed with a doubt, the Six Saints determined the Westward Journey? Didn’t Senior Master say it was the Seven Saints? Did Master remember it wrong?

The doubt passed in a flash, and Bai Jin immediately awaited and said: "Disciple understands!"

A cold light flashed in the Tongtian Sect Master’s eyes, he snorted and said: "But I do not approve. When the Calamity comes, carve out a bloody path, even if it means perishing and soul annihilation, one must not tarnish their reputation. This is the way of a Xuanmen Disciple.

After the Westward Journey, although the strength of the Mysterious Sect was preserved, its dignity was also trampled upon. I do not accept this!

Therefore, I want you to sabotage the Westward Journey, lead the Eastern Mystic Sect in a battle against the Western, where defeat is acceptable but surrender is not; die with an undying soul. This is the way of the Heaven and Earth Xuan Sect."

Bai Jin understood in his heart, Master indeed did not agree to the matters of the Westward Journey. This is my Master, the Tongtian Sect Master! He nodded resolutely and said: "Yes! Disciple will not fail the mission."

Tongtian paused briefly, helplessly said: "The Six Saints determined the will of Heaven, this matter is difficult, just do your best."

"Disciple understands."

"Go."

Bai Jin stood up and bowed, turned, and walked outside, instantly returning to the midst of the Heavenly Court as he stepped out of the Biyou Palace.

Standing on the White Jade Bridge, Bai Jin hesitated for a moment, and then immediately turned towards the Doushuai Temple.

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Inside the Doushuai Temple, Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad was sitting by the pond in the backyard sipping tea, while the Big Horned Bull was slowly walking in the pond water, with the water reaching its body, appearing as a water buffalo.

Bai Jin arrived at the edge of the pond, respectfully bowed, and said: "Disciple pays respect to Master."

Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad revealed a trace of a smile and said: "Bai Jin, you have come. Join your Master for tea."

Bai Jin sat up opposite Lord Lao Zi and said: "Master, the reason for my visit this time is to ask for your assistance in a matter."

"Oh~ What matter?"

"Master, Buddha’s Ascension Tribulation is about to begin, and the Eastern needs to respond now."

Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad picked up the teacup and took a sip, saying: "For this Calamity, All Saints have already come to a consensus. Xuanmen cooperating with Buddhism can control the Calamity with the least loss, there is nothing that needs preparation."

"Master, I am aware of this, but as a result, our Xuanmen will become completely complementary to Buddhism."

"Buddhism’s great rise is inevitable," said Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad slowly, glancing at Bai Jin, "I know your temperament; you certainly can’t accept this, but do not act recklessly, everything should focus on the bigger picture."

Indeed, there is no way through with Lord Lao Zi either, Bai Jin smirked and changed the topic: "Master, as you know, a disciple is capable of both submission and assertion, please be assured! I will definitely not act rashly."

"That’s very good!"

Bai Jin’s eyes gleamed and he said: "Master, my father once said when it rains, it’s as good a time as any to discipline disciples since there’s nothing else to do. With nothing to do at present, I plan to reform the Heavenly Court."

Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad said disapprovingly: "Disciplining disciples when it rains, since there’s nothing else to do?

What kind of nonsensical things has Tongtian taught you?"

"That’s not important, these are not important, Master. I want to reform the Heavenly Court, and I need your help."

Lord Lao Zi of the Great Monad looked at Bai Jin skeptically and said: "You’re not planning to use the pretext of Heavenly Court reform to sabotage Buddha’s Westward Journey, are you?"

Bai Jin protested: "Master, I have always been obedient, and since Master has forbidden me from interfering with matters of the Westward Journey, I will definitely not interfere."

Raising two fingers solemnly, he said: "If you do not believe me, I swear upon my father’s name, my father is like a father to me in my heart."