As for the ancient creatures, they showed the same reverence and performed the same worship, bowing and prostrating themselves in the direction where the ancient imperial weapon displayed its might, their expressions devout.

They were not as puzzled as the human cultivators, because the emergence of all races forced the human race to awaken the ancient imperial weapon when the human race possessed the ultimate imperial weapon, revealing the ancient emperor's great divine laws and imperial might. This was only to be expected.

Moreover, upon closer inspection, they discovered that the number of ancient imperial weapons exceeded that of supreme imperial weapons by three.

"May God bless our ancient races!!!"

Instantly, the ancient beings were moved to tears, as if they could see all races dominating the world once again, and humans reduced to mere food and livestock.

"The power of the ancient emperors far surpasses that of the human emperors!!"

"Imperial weapons are superior to imperial weapons!!!"

Many ancient beings also clamored, praising the Primordial Emperor and belittling the Ancient Emperor, wanting to make him inferior to the Primordial Emperor.

Only those races familiar with the ultimate path remained silent, daring not to utter a word against the Emperor and Sovereign.

Who, apart from supreme beings of the same level, is qualified to gossip about such beings?

They just need to maintain their usual respect and awe; they shouldn't try anything more than that—it's too dangerous.

In contrast, the human cultivators, as well as those from ancient holy lands, ancient families, ancient sects, and ancient sacred mountains, all expressed a sense of worry and were quite apprehensive.

As ultimate weapons, Emperor Weapons and Imperial Weapons are evenly matched.

However, the fact that the ancient races have gained three more ancient imperial weapons, making it nine against six, is definitely not a good thing for the human race.

Although the human race still has many supreme imperial weapons yet to appear, similarly, the ancient races also have many ancient imperial weapons hidden.

"Does this mean that humanity has no choice but to back down?!"

Many powerful figures, their faces grim, crossed the void through spatial gates and rushed to the Eastern Wilderness to see the Jade Pool and witness the current situation firsthand.

If things change, many of them decided to personally take action and confront the powerful cultivators of the ancient races.

So what if they are ancient imperial weapons?

But it's just death!!

Humanity will never surrender!

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Western Desert, Mount Sumeru.

This is a magnificent name, the highest holy site in Buddhism, a sacred place in the hearts of Buddhists throughout the universe, and the sacred site of Amitabha Buddha.

There are too many legends about it, leaving endless mysteries in the world.

This mountain is enormous, towering into the sky, majestic and vast, capable of piercing the heavens, filling the boundless ocean, supporting the universe, spanning the past and present, and immortal for all eternity.

Standing before it, one cannot help but feel one's own insignificance, like an ant gazing up at the Milky Way, disproportionate, deeply aware of one's own weakness, like a speck of dust.

However, with the resurgence of the Supreme Emperor Weapon and the Ancient Emperor Weapon, Mount Sumeru sensed it, and the power of faith swept across the land like a vast ocean, with thousands upon thousands of silver waterfalls cascading down. This was an ocean of mental power, gathering the devout faith, prayers, and chants of Buddhist followers throughout the universe over hundreds of thousands of years.

Da da da~~~

Suddenly, an old monkey with shimmering golden fur and an aura of unparalleled dominance descended from Mount Sumeru.

“Victorious Buddha, why must you go? Now that you have entered the Buddhist order and renounced the world, everything from the past should return to dust and ashes. You should not be troubled by it anymore. Those are all useless and meaningless things.” Behind the old monkey, an old monk spoke, seemingly advising him, not wanting to see the old monkey go down the mountain.

It was an ancient Buddha. Although its aura was restrained, it still gave people a sense of oppressive pressure. It was obviously a great sage!

Unlike other monks with bald heads, he had sparse, yellow hair, like wild grass. His face was also full of wrinkles, like a dried orange, making him look very old. His body was withered, but the bloodlust he exuded was terrifying.

“Great Ancient Buddha, you have practiced Buddhism incorrectly,” the old monkey said, pointing out the flaws in the old monk’s practice.

"Victorious Buddha, stop talking nonsense!" The old monk flicked his sleeve, but his face remained compassionate, calm and composed, seemingly unperturbed by the words of the Victorious Fighting Buddha.

"Amitabha Buddha established his teachings to universally save all sentient beings, alleviate human suffering, and avert calamities. Even the collection of faith power is merely a matter of choice. The Buddha saves the world and all sentient beings, gaining the power of faith, while believers are spiritually enriched and physically healthy—a mutually beneficial exchange, purely depending on whether the individual is willing to make this choice. But the Buddhist sects of today are forcibly converting, even suppressing and enslaving, which completely deviates from the Buddha's true intention. This is a degenerate act, and it is unacceptable," said the Victorious Fighting Buddha, his eyes gleaming with golden light.

If Buddhism had nothing to attract him, why would he have voluntarily joined the Buddhist order and become the Victorious Fighting Buddha?

You should know that he was once the younger brother of the Fighting Saint King and the Primordial Fighting Saint Emperor!

The Fighting Saint Emperor and the Amitabha Buddha Emperor are both supreme figures, and it is difficult to say who is stronger or weaker.

"Greed, anger, and delusion—you, Maha Vasubandhu, seem to possess them all." The Victorious Fighting Buddha turned around and stared at the old monk.

This time, the old monk finally changed color, his face darkened, and his eyes turned cold.

They have had this kind of debate about Buddhism countless times over the past two thousand years, but in the end, neither side can convince the other.

One is the Great Ancient Buddha, and the other is the Victorious Fighting Buddha. Both are Buddhas of Mount Sumeru and both are among the Six Great Sages of the Immortal Realm. Their influence is comparable, and neither can dominate the Western Desert.

However, in the distant depths of the universe, in the Amitabha Ancient Starfield where the Amitabha Buddha Emperor originated, it seems that there are more people who agree with the ideas of the Great Ancient Buddha Maha.

This undoubtedly made those who truly understood the essence of Amitabha Buddha's Dharma, such as the Victorious Fighting Buddha, feel a sense of urgency.

If Buddhism continues down this path, it may truly degenerate, transforming from a benevolent Buddha into a demon universally reviled.

This trend is already emerging.

The reason is that forcibly converting and suppressing them into slavery is too inhumane, which angers many living beings. However, the Buddhist sect is vast and its strength is unfathomable, making it impossible to resist.

But it's clear they're all waiting for the right moment.

The Victorious Fighting Buddha and others have been working tirelessly to change the Western Desert and Buddhism, so that the true meaning of Amitabha Buddha's teachings can reappear in the world.

The true Buddha is born, and the demon Buddha perishes.

"Now is not the right time to debate Buddhist doctrines, so let's not discuss it further. We'll wait until the people from the ancient star arrive before we discuss it again. This old monk only asks, Victorious Buddha, do you really want to go down the mountain? Are you determined to do so? That grand event has nothing to do with you, and you shouldn't interfere," said the Great Ancient Buddha Maha.

The "grand gathering" he mentioned was clearly the grand gathering of all races in Yaochi.

"This grand event concerns the future, concerns so many races, how can it be unrelated to us? The Great Sage of Antiquity is there, the Fighting Lineage and the people of Divine Silkworm Ridge are there, and the heroes of the human race are also there. Great Ancient Buddha, you are also a human, don't you want to do anything for the human race?" The Victorious Fighting Buddha questioned. How can someone who acts like this be considered a disciple of the Buddha, and how can he truly save all sentient beings?

"This old monk has long since severed all worldly ties and devoted himself to Buddhism. What do the ups and downs of the human world have to do with us? Let them live or die as they please. We will simply observe from the sidelines on Mount Sumeru, watching the clouds gather and disperse." The Great Ancient Buddha Maha said calmly.

"This is not the Buddha praised by the Great Emperor Amitabha," the Victorious Fighting Buddha said decisively.

“Victorious Buddha, you are too arrogant! This old monk has been cultivating Buddhism for longer and understands Buddhist teachings better than you,” said the Great Ancient Buddha Maha with a stern face.

“There is no order of precedence in learning the Way; those who attain it come first. Great Ancient Buddha, you are attached to appearances,” said the Victorious Fighting Buddha, shaking his head. “Now is indeed not a good time for debate. A great change is imminent, and I must go out.”

After glancing at the old monk, the Victorious Fighting Buddha calmly said:

"How can someone who doesn't even care about their own race care about the common people? Severing all emotions and desires—what kind of Buddhism is that? It's completely fallen into demonic ways. You won't go to that sacred Jade Pool, but I will."

Having said that, without giving the Great Ancient Buddha a chance to refute, and despite his ashen face and sullen expression, the Victorious Fighting Buddha simply raised his hand and let out a long roar:

"Bring forth the Vajra pestle!!!"