NOVEL NEXT Chapter 509, Actions from All Sides
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva pressed his palms together in respect and replied, "Disciple has understood the intention of The Buddha."
Tathagata The Buddha nodded slightly, and Universal Virtue Bodhisattva turned and walked towards the outside.
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After receiving the divine command, Universal Virtue Bodhisattva immediately went to the Earth Immortal Realm. He found that the news of West Sea's rebellion against the Heavenly Court seemed to have spread among the Immortal Gods, not surprisingly, as there were not a few Immortal Gods who had resided in the West Sea in the past.
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At the peak of Emei Mountain, ripples spread across a Heavenly Pool that reflected dazzling colors in the sunlight.
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva sat by the pool, reflecting with his Buddha heart upon the Heavenly Pool, purifying his Dao heart.
A monk clad in a pure white robe flew in and landed on the peak, walking up to the pool, pressing his palms together in a salute, respectfully saying, "Bodhisattva, your disciple has something to report."
Universal Virtue's magnificent voice echoed between Heaven and Earth, "What brings you here?"
"Your disciple was ordered to spread the news about West Sea, but I've discovered that there seems to be someone deliberately spreading news about West Sea. Although there are some differences in the details, the gist is the same, all mentioning West Sea's betrayal of the Heavenly Court. Surely, one side should be the Demon Clan, but the identity of the other is unclear."
Universal Virtue's magnificent voice echoed between Heaven and Earth, like a heavenly sound, "I am already aware. There's no need for additional concern."
The monk pressed his palms together in a salute, respectfully said, "Understood!" He then stepped back twice, turned, and left.
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva opened his eyes, a light of wisdom flashing within, one side is the Demon Clan, but who is the other?
However, it's not important. They wish to conceal their identity, surely not wanting the Heavenly Court to know. It is only necessary to know that they are allies, my path is not alone!
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva revealed a smile. Since you wish to conceal it, I will help you hide it.
"Galuo, do your best to cover up information for the faction hiding their identity."
Galuo, who was descending the mountain, paused in his steps, having an epiphany, surely it was another precaution arranged by the Bodhisattva. He pressed his palms together, bowed, and respectfully replied, "Your disciple will carry out your command!"
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Elsewhere, in the belly of a towering mountain in Northern Continent, Green Snake sat cross-legged, his mind echoing with the battle in West Sea. The more he pondered, the more aggrieved he felt. He, a Daluo Golden Immortal, was forced into a desperate situation by two juniors, and the Judicial Celestial proved to be even stronger than the legends said.
A Golden Immortal Demon King ran in from outside, respectfully saying, "Demon God, the young demons of our clan have been commanded to spread the news, but we have discovered that there are two other forces spreading this news as well. Your disciple immediately returned to report."
"Oh? Who is it?" The Green Snake Young Man coldly asked.
The Demon King respectfully said, "One of the forces are the cool-headed… cool-headed after shaving, the Buddhist Disciples.
The other has not been identified."
The Green Snake Young Man sneered and said, "There are still those who fight against the Heavenly Court in the dark. The Heavenly Court has enemies everywhere!
The enemy of an enemy is a friend. Since we can't find them, there's no need to search further. Let's do them a favor and cover up for them, hoping they can give us some strength in the future, stabbing the Heavenly Court from behind."
The Demon King respectfully replied, "Understood!"
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Buddhism, Demon Clan, Heavenly Court - all three parties were spreading news of West Sea's defection from the Heavenly Court, causing a flurry of undercurrents within the Three Realms.
Three Realms originally had no major events, but the rebellion in the West Sea suddenly became the center of focus across all Three Realms, stirring discussions among both the Immortal Gods and mere mortals.
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Inside the Mansion of the Marshal of the Heavenly Water Army, Tianpeng Marshal was squatting in the back garden barbecuing meat. This was the evil Golden Immortal Demon King recently caught by the Law Enforcement Celestial, sent over especially for him. Yang Jian and the others were really loyal.
A gaunt middle-aged man clad in Divine Armor strode in, suddenly bowed with a fist clasped and bent over, saying: "Greetings, Marshal!"
Tianpeng Marshal laughed heartily and said, "No need for formalities, no need! Stand up."
The gaunt middle-aged man stood up, revealing a slight smile and said: "Marshal, we can release the heavy news now, the time is ripe."
Tianpeng Marshal was taken aback and said: "How come so soon? According to my anticipation, it should take more time."
The gaunt man said with a peculiar expression: "When the brothers were spreading the news, they inadvertently discovered that Buddhism and the Demon Clan were also helping us disseminate information, so it happened a lot quicker."
Tianpeng Marshal immediately understood the intentions of Buddhism and the Demon Clan, snorting coldly and said: "Buddhism and the Demon Clan are trying to undermine the credibility of the Heavenly Court."
He quickly asked with a changed expression: "You weren't discovered by them, were you?"
The gaunt middle-aged man responded seriously: "Marshal, we are professionals in this kind of thing, how could they find out? Their little tricks are nowhere near good enough!"
Tianpeng Marshal chuckled and said: "Good, since they are willing to help, let's not idle around. Arrange for what comes next! This time I want to tarnish the reputation of the West Sea, and also craft a good image of Guanyin Bodhisattva, she loves meddling in affairs, right? So, let's make her into an image of a troublemaker who gossips behind people's backs when she has nothing better to do."
The gaunt middle-aged man hesitated and said: "Marshal, isn't this a bit improper? If Guanyin Bodhisattva investigates this..."
Tianpeng Marshal flipped the meat calmly and said: "What's there to fear? Even if she can't find out, and even if she does, there's me, or rather, the Emperor to bear all responsibility."
The gaunt middle-aged man bowed and responded: "Understood!" and quickly walked out towards the exit.
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In the Nan Zhanbu Continent exists an extraordinary Cave Mansion, where the sun and moon move in reverse, and Yin and Yang are reversed. Despite the inverted state of Qian and Kun, there is a unique Dao essence present.
Inside the Inverted Immortal's grand hall, a middle-aged man was seated in the main seat while Universal Virtue Bodhisattva sat steadily. The two were savoring tea.
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva put down her tea cup, smiling: "Thank you for the wonderful tea, Inverted Immortal."
The Inverted Immortal relished and said: "A cup of tea, a basin of flowers, Dragon Fish frolic and turtles show their shining shells, this is the life an immortal should live. My tea isn't anything special though. I've heard that the best tea Between Heaven and Earth is the Taiji Tea from Great Red Heaven. If one could taste the flavor of Taiji Tea..."
Clicking his tongue, he smacked his lips: "Then there would be no regrets!"
"Hehe~" chuckled Universal Virtue Bodhisattva, a dry laugh. "I haven't tasted Taiji Tea myself, but I heard that in Gouchen Palace they often use Taiji Tea to make tea eggs, with the fragrance permeating the entire Heavenly Court, almost intoxicating to those who smell it! I don't know if it's true or false, though. Surely it's false; who would use such precious tea to boil eggs."
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva said with a smile: "Great Immortal, there's been a hot piece of news in the Three Realms lately, have you heard about it?"
"What news?"
"The West Sea Dragon King could no longer tolerate the oppression and tyranny of the Heavenly Court, and resolutely rebelled against the Heavenly Court, seeking refuge in our Pure Land of the West Land."
Universal Virtue Bodhisattva shook her head regretfully: "It's just a shame. The Heavenly Court was on high alert against the Four Sea Dragon Kings, and they were intercepted. The freedom-seeking Dragon King also suffered ruthless suppression, quite a tragic sight."
The Inverted Immortal laughed without saying a word.