This innate treasure, which they had only just acquired and hadn't even had a chance to examine properly, was so easily spat out!
In contrast, the Daoist Jieyin was relatively calm, having already seen through such matters.
In his view, everything in the world is predetermined, and whether one gains or loses something may be ordained by fate!
This is the essence of the saying, "If I gain it, I am fortunate; if I lose it, it is my fate."
However, Daoist Zhunti could not remain as calm and composed as his senior brother.
Now, under the strong coercion of Hu Le and Tongtian Jiaozhu, Zhunti Daoist was forced to hand over the Creation Cauldron. The feeling was as if someone had forcibly dug a piece of flesh out of his heart, causing him unbearable pain.
He hadn't even had a chance to properly handle the future treasure of Buddhism before it was gone...
But now that things have come to this, they have no other choice.
Since they were outmatched in skill, they had no choice but to succumb to reality...
However, they have not yet overcome this hurdle.
Even if Hu Le had ulterior motives and wanted to use the two of them to let the treasure pass through their hands for a while, it would still be a matter of time.
But they did steal their own disciple's most precious treasure, so they deserve a good lesson.
The Tongtian Sect Leader suddenly let out a chilling laugh: "Fellow Daoists! You actually forcibly seized a junior's spiritual treasure. Such behavior is truly disgraceful to the name of a sage!"
Although you have returned the items now, it was only out of necessity.
How can this atone for the sins you have committed before?
His voice was full of mockery, as if he were extremely disappointed with the actions of these two so-called "like-minded people".
"Then what do you, Tongtian, intend to do? Do you expect us two brothers to pay for it with our lives?" Zhunti Daoist said angrily.
"Hehe...it's not that bad!" Tongtian Jiaozhu laughed.
"As long as you two return and release all the disciples of the Jie Sect in Buddhism, that will suffice." The Tongtian Sect Leader finally revealed his true intentions.
"Impossible! He has already converted to Buddhism, how can he still be considered a disciple of your Jie Sect?"
"Besides, even if we release them, they might not necessarily return to the Jie Sect." Daoist Zhunti shook his head repeatedly.
The majority of his Buddhist sect's strength was supported by former disciples of the Jie Sect, so it would be a real shame to just let them return to the Jie Sect.
If all the disciples of the Jie Sect choose to leave, wouldn't the strength of Buddhism be greatly weakened?
Wouldn't the Buddhist sect lose all hope in the coming tribulations?
"In that case, you two don't need to go back today. Stay here and continue to fight with me and my fellow Daoist," the Tongtian Sect Leader threatened.
Since the two refused to listen to reason and were forced to drink the penalty cup, how could the Tongtian Sect Leader be polite?
He stepped forward, sword in hand, seemingly preparing to attack.
The guide sighed, "Alas, well... we two agree to this request."
"Releasing them is fine, but what if they don't want to leave?"
Upon hearing this, the Tongtian Sect Leader couldn't help but sigh deeply.
He was fully aware of how powerful the Buddhist methods of bewitching and misleading people were.
After such a long period of subtle influence, some of the original disciples of the Jie Sect have probably been completely transformed and tamed, becoming devoted and loyal believers in Buddhism.
Even if Jieyin and Zhunti were to persuade these people to leave the Western Sect now, they probably wouldn't willingly return to the Jie Sect.
After all, once someone's mindset has been changed, it's incredibly difficult to go back to it.
Thinking of this, the Tongtian Sect Leader shook his head inwardly.
As the saying goes, forced melons are not sweet, and he would not stoop to the level of the Western Buddhist sect and force them to return to the Jie Sect.
After all, we were master and disciple; it's best not to make things too ugly.
Furthermore, many of those disciples were already destined for the Investiture of the Gods.
Even if he were to return to the Jie Sect, under the will of Heaven, even the Primordial Lord Saint could not protect them.
We can only let them go and walk on the Investiture of the Gods list...
At this moment, Hu Le spoke up and made a decision for Tongtian Jiaozhu: "You may all let them return. If they do not wish to return to Jiejiao, then so be it."
Upon hearing this, Jieyin and Zhunti immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
They then looked at the Tongtian Sect Leader.
Since the other party did not object, it was clear that they had tacitly agreed.
"I understand the intentions of the two fellow Daoists. I will release them as soon as I return."
Since they were outmatched in skill, they understood that the loser should accept defeat, so they agreed without hesitation, appearing exceptionally decisive and efficient.
"If there is nothing else to instruct me on, then please excuse me for taking my leave," the Guide asked expressionlessly.
"You may leave on your own!" Tongtian Jiaozhu said coldly.
After nodding slightly, the Guide Daoist led the Zhunti Daoist away...
Meanwhile, the Tongtian Sect Leader and his disciple Hu Le returned to Fulitian.
After they sat down at the Heavenly Dao Palace, Guan Kong personally served them immortal dew.
“Disciple, next, you can lead a group of Taoist disciples down the mountain to help Xu Shilin quickly break through Xiliang.”
Hu Le gave instructions to Guan Kong, who was standing beside him.
"It would also be possible for my disciples from the Jie Sect to lend you a hand."
"Disciple obeys, but Xiliang has the support of both Buddhism and the Earth Immortal lineage, so breaking through it will probably not be so easy," Guan Kong said, frowning.
"It's alright. If we encounter any danger, your Uncle Tongtian and I will help you..." Hu Le said calmly.
Guan Kong was relieved to hear this...
The lower realm is the border between Xiniuhezhou and Beijuluzhou.
Within the Yin-Yang Microcosm Array, a golden bridge spans the sky, amidst billowing clouds and swirling celestial light.
Zhulong and Kunpeng Ancestor stood in the formation, followed by a group of menacing demon saints.
Zhulong and Kunpeng Ancestor led a large number of demon saints in a fierce attack.
However, despite their fierce and relentless attacks, they were unable to break through the magical Yin-Yang Dust Array, leaving the demon saints feeling utterly helpless.
In particular, the golden bridge transformed from the Tai Chi diagram was so close yet so far away. No matter how the demon saints used their supernatural powers and magic, they could not set foot on the golden bridge.
In the following period, Zhulong and Kunpeng Ancestor tried various methods, even at the cost of consuming their own essence and blood to enhance their attack power.
However, faced with the powerful defensive capabilities of the Yin-Yang Dust Array, their efforts seemed to be in vain.
As time ticked by, the demon saints gradually lost their patience.
Some of the weaker demon saints began to feel apprehensive, worried that continuing like this would only result in a waste of their strength.
However, Zhulong and Kunpeng Ancestor did not give up. They knew that if they could not break this formation, they would be trapped here forever.
They made several more attempts, but were all driven back by the Xuanmen disciples led by Xuandu Daoist.
After abandoning more than a dozen demon saints, they finally retreated from the Yin-Yang Dust Array in a disheveled state...
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