"If you stay, the future will likely be dark."

Patriarch Bodhi smiled and said, "Tang Sanzang, aren't you afraid of regretting it?"

"Now that things have come to this, what is there to regret?" Tang Sanzang laughed: "Besides, I have a hunch that Buddhism..."

“Maybe it’s over!”

Sun Wuxia was surprised: "Oh?"

“You actually have this kind of intuition?”

"But this kind of thing...isn't likely to happen?"

“I can’t really say for sure.” Tang Sanzang sighed helplessly, looking at the ‘image in the mirror’ condensed by Bodhi Patriarch, or Lin Fan, and said softly: “But I just have this intuition.”

“It’s like…”

"It's like, a woman's sixth sense?"

The monkey was even more surprised: "You are not a woman."

“That’s why I said it seemed like that.”

Tang Sanzang shook his head: "I can't say for sure, but you'll know once you read on."

Lin Fan nodded slightly: "Indeed, you will know after reading it."

"If that's the case, then everyone will be happy and we won't have to die. But if the Buddhist sect wins and its Immortal Emperor hasn't been killed or sealed, then I have only one way to save your lives."

Tang Sanzang turned his head suddenly: "Under such circumstances, are you still sure you can save our lives?"

"If Buddhism wins, can it still protect us when facing a Buddhism sect with three immortal emperors and trillions of believers?"

"I haven't finished talking yet."

Lin Fan sighed, "It should be no problem to save your lives, but the premise is... life is worse than death."

"Being sealed, deprived of freedom, deprived of all perception and cause and effect, you are still alive, but in some cases, you might as well be dead."

"And this situation will continue until one day in the future, when I reach a certain critical point, I will remove the seal and release you..."

"!!!"

Tang Sanzang's mouth twitched.

It would be fine if they deprived me of all my senses and freedom, but they even took away the cause and effect...

What is cause and effect?

Everything related to it is cause and effect related to it.

If even the cause and effect are taken away, for example, there will be no trace of its existence in this world, and even the memory of it in other people's minds will completely disappear!

Some say that people die three times.

The first time, physical death.

The second time, when relatives and friends hold a funeral for him and bury him, it is a social death.

The third time is when the last person in the world forgets him and no one knows of his existence anymore. This is the deepest level of death...

In other words, this way of staying alive will lead directly to the 'third death'!

Then wouldn't all the things I had done at such a risk of my life before have disappeared without a trace after a long time, and no one would remember them?

Compared to this, the pain of being sealed and deprived of all perception is nothing.

"This way of living is really worse than death."

Tang Sanzang sighed.

"What else?"

Lin Fan raised his hand.

Even though he has many disciples and many tricks up his sleeve, only the Ninth Demon Sealing Rule can save their lives.

But if it is just as Tang Sanzang's intuition says, the Buddhist sect is broken~~~

But that’s another way of saying it.

"Well, Fomen...you should hurry up."

"As for who will take over after the Buddha Sect falls, and whether the other party is good or evil... that is not something I consider. If the sky falls, there will be tall people to hold it up."

"If the power that replaces us causes chaos, the Immortal Palace will not sit idly by."

“···”

······

The land of the west.

The ancient demon is very powerful.

Relying on his own strength and without a physical body, he fought with the Buddha until the sky was dark and the sun and moon lost their light. He had fought many times but was still not suppressed!

This Buddha is called 'Now'.

For the present Buddha.

He is very strong and has great means.

He knew how powerful the ancient demon was, and also knew that the other party was delaying time, so he never stopped for a moment. His first attack was a big move, and his second attack was still a big move.

Three shots...

It’s a fucking ultimate move!

There was no temptation at all, all of them were powerful moves, all of them were deadly means.

Again and again.

finally.

Although this ancient demon is powerful, he is not in peak condition. Now the Buddha has the support of the entire Buddhist community and many eminent monks, and he also has the advantage of geographical location. He can use the power of the Buddhist country to push his own combat power to the highest peak, thus gaining an absolute advantage!

Originally, such a great battle at the level of Immortal Emperor would take ten or even a hundred years to decide the outcome.

But now, in just half a day, the winner is already clear.

Even under their intentional control, the surrounding environment had not suffered much damage, while the demonic energy of the ancient demon had been weakened and purified by nearly half.

"Devil."

The Buddha stood in the present world, his eyes shining brightly: "You have lost."

"Suppress them for me!"

“Hehehe.”

"Today, even though I am dead, I am still... the Ancient Devil!!!"

boom!

The evil energy was so sinister and surging wildly that it actually exploded by force!

"What?!"

Everyone was shocked.

this···

Too decisive, too resolute!

No one could figure out why this ancient demon was like this.

In other words, this matter was weird from beginning to end.

First, the ancient demon suddenly jumped out forcefully, and then, it seemed that he wanted to delay time. However, when the current Buddha took action, he did not choose to delay time, but instead confronted him head-on!

This is somewhat contradictory.

If that were all, it would be fine.

After all, it's not impossible to explain. For example, the ancient demon is stubborn and cruel, and he just wants to fight head-on. Is there anything wrong with that?

As a result, at this moment, everyone knows that it has fallen into a complete disadvantage. If it wants to delay time, it only has the choice of roaming and fighting. As a result, it becomes more aggressive and wants to self-destruct directly?

this···

Why?!

The Immortal Emperor is about to self-destruct, how fast is it?

Especially when the other party's attitude is particularly resolute.

No one wants to understand...

No time to even think!

The Buddha now looked unhappy and had no time to dodge.

boom!!!

The Immortal Emperor self-destructs!

The extremely terrifying energy impact could not be described in words. It only took a moment, and now the Buddha could not help but retreat hastily.

During this process, he used every possible means to forcibly suppress the energy fluctuations caused by his self-detonation.

Unfortunately, I can’t hold it down!

Boom!!!

After the impact, almost all the buildings in the Buddhist country were destroyed...

In fact, if the Buddha was not trying his best to resist now, and if there were no many Buddhist monks giving blessings, the entire Buddhist kingdom would collapse!

But even so, the land of the West was almost reduced to ruins.

"puff!"

Now the Buddha coughed up a mouthful of Emperor's blood, causing the space to collapse and the laws to disappear...

At the same time, the many defensive and blockade formations in the Buddhist kingdom were completely shattered, leaving no trace.

“Damn it!”

Now the Buddha wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his expression looking extremely ugly.

What does it mean to lose both the wife and the army?

That's it!

Not only did he fail to suppress the opponent and hone himself, but he was caught off guard by the opponent's self-destruction.

This is simply...

"But, whatever."

"Even though it was a bit embarrassing, it didn't damage the foundation of our Buddhism. From now on, we just need to arrange the journey to the west step by step and make sure everything goes well."

"The prosperity of our Buddhist sect is destined by heaven, and no one can stop it!"

"As for why this ancient demon would forcefully attack, and for whom he was delaying time... it's not important anymore."

"He is already dead. He can't delay any longer. His plan has already failed."

“···”

Thinking of this, the Buddha’s mood suddenly improved a lot, and he was no longer so entangled and angry.

However, I am still extremely curious about what this ancient demon is going to do!

What could have caused such a Immortal Emperor-level being to risk his life...

"check."

He turned his head and looked behind him at the Supreme Immortal King giant he had rescued: "Use all the means and channels of Buddhism, at all costs, to find out what this demon is trying to do."

“This is not a matter to be trifled with.”

"Don't worry, Buddha. I understand."

The Immortal King looked solemn and quickly expressed his opinion.

After all, everyone knows that this matter is of great importance.

When it comes to the Immortal Emperor, nothing is trivial!

What's more...

Or what is the story behind the decision that could make such an Immortal Emperor-level being resolutely die?

"Oh, right, Buddha."

"Then Tang Sanzang, the Dragon Clan, Bodhi and others..."

"These people are just small matters." Now the Buddha responded in a low voice: "First do what I have arranged."

"yes!"

The supreme immortal king immediately agreed and then left in a hurry.

To the current Buddha, Patriarch Bodhi, Tang Sanzang, and the people of the dragon clan?

Even though they all deserve to die, things still need to be prioritized and first come first served!

Patriarch Bodhi, if you can find a way to get him to convert to Buddhism, that would be the best solution. But before that, why are you in such a hurry to kill him? Are you afraid that he will break through to the level of Immortal King?

In fact, it would be better if he broke through to the Immortal King level.

At worst, I can take action myself, capture him by force, and make him convert to Buddhism. Wouldn't that be wonderful?

As for the Dragon Clan...

About the same.

When the time comes, you can capture them all and raise them as Buddhist pets. It can also enhance the strength and status of Buddhism. Why not do it?

The only ones who really deserved to die were Master and Disciple Tang Sanzang!

These bastards have deceived Buddhism so badly!

Not to mention that Tang Sanzang and these bastards made the Buddhist journey to the West a laughing stock, he is actually a Buddhist Bodhisattva. How can this be called?

What a traitor!

How can we let this kind of bastard live?

dream!

However, there is no rush for this matter.

A mere Tang Sanzang cannot cause any waves, so it would not hurt to let him live a few more days.

These Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, and Arhats should first repair the land of the Western Paradise.

There is also the Buddhist kingdom, which needs adjustments.

It's impossible for me to bear the backlash of these changes and go against the flow of time to recover, right?

Even if I wanted to, I couldn't help it!

That was the result of an Immortal Emperor’s self-destruction, plus the backlash from the river of time and the laws of nature!

"only···"

"Why do I feel a little uneasy?"

"What went wrong?"

He frowned and couldn't help calculating with his fingers.

"Tang Sanzang, Patriarch Bodhi, the Dragon Clan..."

"Their whereabouts and destinations are very clear. They have no ability and cannot pose any threat to Buddhism or me. So where does this uneasiness come from?"

He forced the deduction.

After a moment, a conclusion was reached.

“···”

"Sha Seng?!"

"wrong!"

Now the Buddha's expression suddenly changed: "Who is Sha Seng?"

"It seems that he is the 'Third Junior Brother' in the pilgrimage team. Is he the one who was sent in by the Immortal Palace to get gilded?"

He actually doesn't know much about Zhu Bajie and Sha Seng.

I didn't even think about understanding.

Because these are all 'unspoken rules'.

The journey to the West to obtain Buddhist scriptures was a joint project between Buddhism and the Immortal Palace.

The leader of this project, Tang Sanzang, was originally the Gatling Bodhisattva of Buddhism. In other words, the leader of the project is a Buddhist. So, as a partner of the Immortal Palace, how could he not arrange for people to come in?

Not only do you have to arrange people, but after the project is completed, you must also be in a high position, at least a mid-to-senior level leader.

Only in this way can we have a certain say after the project is completed.

As for their original identities and why they were sent to participate in this project, Buddha had never bothered to find out.

Now that I understand...

Not surprising.

It seemed that Zhu Bajie and Sha Seng had both committed serious mistakes and were expelled from the Immortal Palace and had nothing to do with it anymore, but that was all in the past.

Once the project is completed, the Immortal Palace will take this opportunity to give them a step, allowing them the opportunity to return to the Immortal Palace, and even give them a promotion...

Do you think they will do it?

It’s no big deal!

It's just a matter of getting a sweet date for a slap in the face, but the person involved doesn't understand it. Isn't everyone else aware of it?

The only problem now is that everything has gone wrong!

Tang Sanzang is a fucking rebel.

Zhu Bajie also...

Wait, that's not right!

There are still traces of Tang Sanzang's rebellion. Although his strength is not weak, it is still barely understandable. But Zhu Bajie was resurrected by the ancient demon!

The result of deduction at this moment is that Sha Seng will still threaten me???

Zhu Bajie and Sha Seng are both from the Immortal Palace.

Could it be that the mastermind and behind-the-scenes person behind this matter is the Immortal Palace? !

He couldn't help but look towards the direction of the Immortal Palace with fear on his face.

"Speaking of which, looking at the entire Three Thousand Continents, if there is any force, or any existence that can make an Immortal Emperor-level existence willing to die without hesitation..."

"Only..."

······

Fairy palace.

The Fairy Queen looked at him from a distance, and noticing the Buddha's expression, she immediately frowned: "Lord."

"Now the Buddha is probably doubting our Immortal Palace and our Lord."

"No problem."

The Supreme Lord said calmly: "This matter is indeed a little unbelievable, but it is reasonable when you think about us."

"but···"

"They will know why this incident happened."

"soon."

The fairy queen nodded and said no more.

······

"No, it shouldn't."

Now the Buddha retracted his gaze: "Although from the perspective of strength, there should be no one else except the Immortal Palace, but this is obviously unreasonable."

"The Immortal Palace has invested a lot."

"They are also beneficiaries of the success of the Journey to the West."

“Even if the Immortal Palace can earn more after the collapse of Buddhism, the Heavenly Dao has chosen our Buddhism to prosper. Although the Immortal Palace is strong and the Supreme Lord is invincible, they cannot defy the Heavenly Dao.”

“So, that doesn’t make sense.”

"But what is this..."

"Besides, where is Sha Seng?"

His uneasiness grew stronger.

But from the moment he calculated that Sha Seng might pose a threat to him, he has been trying his best to deduce and search for Sha Seng's whereabouts, but he has never found him.

This made him feel even worse!

As long as a cultivator has some level of cultivation, he or she will often have the instinct to seek good fortune and avoid danger.

At his level, it is not even about seeking good fortune and avoiding danger, but about 'spiritual perception' and 'sensation'!

Once the results are calculated...

Then this result cannot be wrong!

The result now is that Sha Seng may threaten me, but I am completely unable to detect his existence and don't know where he is. This...

That would be troublesome!

"Stop!"

His expression became even uglier, and he quickly stopped the busy Buddhists and ordered, "Stop everything you are doing and find Sha Seng."

"Hurry up!"

try to find···

Sha Seng?

Most of the monks looked at each other, their minds full of question marks.

Who is Sha Seng?

What does this person do?

When the information came, the corners of their mouths twitched.

Good job.

Is it the "mascot" of the team?

Why are you looking for him?

They were puzzled, but did not dare to question or disobey the Buddha's order, so they could only agree quickly and then dispersed, carefully searching for Sha Seng's trace.

······

Deep into nothingness.

The figure sitting cross-legged on the black lotus smiled.

There was madness in that smile.

"Did you notice that?"

"Want to find Sha Seng and the source of your uneasiness?"

"pity···"

“Too late!”

Ancient demon?

Bullshit!

Delay time?

It's bullshit!

Everything is an illusion, just a deliberate maze.

The existence of the ancient demon was just to attract attention. As for why he decided to self-destruct so decisively in the end, even risking his life, how difficult it is to cultivate as an Immortal Emperor?

Hehehe···

How would you know that it is not a life at all.

I am not some ancient demon?

It was just a thought. If I wanted to self-destruct, I would self-destruct.

Why not?

Moreover, the previous foreshadowing was to make the battle between the two sides more intense, so as to lead to the final self-explosion, thereby destroying all the formations in the West Heaven, and giving the already successful Sha Seng the opportunity to quietly leave without alerting anyone...

"But I never thought it would be so smooth."

"It seems..."

"It was too long ago, so long that the Buddhist sect almost forgot my existence, and their vigilance against me has also dropped to the lowest point in history."

"And the root cause of all this, perhaps, is because of my plan."

"Haha, my plan is really perfect."

"Buddhism, Buddhism."

"you···"

"Is there a day like this?"

boom!!!

Deep into nothingness.

Suddenly, a huge storm was stirred up!

But this place is in the depths of nothingness, where does the wind and clouds come from? !

But if you look closely, you will find that it is not wind or clouds at all, but the transformation of infinite Tao!

thunderbolt!

Suddenly, there was a loud thunder.

It was as if countless lightning bolts entangled, bound, and sealed him, making it difficult for him to do anything.

But at this moment, he was watching the wind, clouds, thunder and lightning with a smile.

"This place has weighed me down for countless years."

"I will go home today and start a new life!" (End of this chapter)