Chapter 489: Chapter 443, Bai Jin Offers Golden Cicada Meat
In the Chaos, Bai Jin carried a plate of fragrant fried Golden Cicadas, making his way as the dangerous Chaotic Power automatically parted to his sides, forming a splendid avenue. Becoming a Quasi-Saint and returning to the Chaos was akin to coming home, like a fish finding water.
Bai Jin made his way to Great Red Heaven and called out loudly: "Master, your disciple has come to see you."
The figure of Xuandu appeared outside the Great Red Heaven, bowing with a smile he said: "Congratulations, Master, on achieving the title of Quasi-Saint."
Bai Jin laughed heartily and replied: "You jest, Junior Brother. If we speak of greatness, it is you who are the formidable one. You joined the sect after me, but you achieved enlightenment before me. Truly, you put me to shame."
Xuandu chuckled and responded: "Human Sect disciples are few, and all the Qi Fortune is tied to me. That I could achieve enlightenment was driven by that destiny. If we talk about understanding the great Dao, I am far inferior to you, Senior Brother."
"Qi Fortune, ah~"
Bai Jin subconsciously thought of Jie Sect. In the past, the destiny of Jie Sect was booming like fierce fire cooking oil. Many such as Duobao, Wudang Saint, and members of the Law Enforcement Team broke through to Quasi-Saints. One could say they once looked down upon the Three Realms but now the Jie Sect has collapsed, no fortune to bolster them, and cultivation has become difficult!
Xuandu extended his hand invitingly with a smile: "Senior Brother, please come inside. The esteemed elder has been waiting for you for a long time."
"Thank you, Junior Brother!"
Bai Jin followed him inside Great Red Heaven, landing on a mountain peak. Opposite the peak there was a cliff plunging into a deep abyss below which lay a blue lake. Waterfalls cascaded down from the cliffs opposite, surrounded by clouds and mist, with birds weaving through the beautiful scene.
Taishang sat on the mountain peak, with a table before him carrying two cups of tea.
Bai Jin landed on the peak, bowed respectfully and said: "Disciple pays his respects to Master, wishing the Eldest Uncle eternal tranquility, and Heaven and Earth to return to peace!"
Taishang looked up at Bai Jin, nodded with satisfaction, and said: "If one can remain in tranquility, all of Heaven and Earth indeed returns. This makes profound sense. It seems your cultivation has not faltered; this reassures me.
You did not rely on my Taiji Dao, but could forge your own path, very commendable!"
"Even though I was not by Master’s side, I often thought of Master’s teachings. I diligently continued my practice without slack, and that led me - one day - to an epiphany and into the Dao. My achievements are all thanks to Master’s nurturing. I came to Great Red Heaven to see you as soon as I found my freedom."
Taishang smiled and said: "Sit down!"
"Yes, thank you, Master."
Bai Jin sat down in front of Taishang, placing the plate on the table and said with a smile: "Master, this is a dish I’ve developed, called ’Salt and Pepper Bamboo Shoot Golden Cicada’. Please taste it, Master!"
Taishang picked up the chopsticks, took a piece of Golden Cicada meat, tasted it, nodded and said with a kind smile: "This Six-winged Golden Cicada, after your preparation, indeed has a unique flavor."
Bai Jin laughed and said: "Master, if you like it, I’ll bring you some more in the future."
"There’s no need for that."
Bai Jin’s expression shifted and he asked: "Master, what do you think about Buddhism and the Demon Clan conspiring over the Human Clan’s Qi Fortune?"
Taishang leisurely sipped tea, smiling before responding: "What do you think?"
Bai Jin immediately said: "I, of course, look upon it furiously.
Master, you are the leader of the Human Sect. If Buddhism and the Demon Clan plot the Qi Fortune of the Human Clan without notifying you, it’s a direct disrespect to you, and a slap in my face, Master! How can I possibly coexist with them?"
When the disciple learned of this news, he was immediately enraged, disregarding everything else, and led the Heavenly Court Gods to fight the Buddhism Demon Clan without hesitation, thwarting their schemes.
Taishang nodded slightly and said, "You did very well!"
Bai Jin continued angrily, "Master, I feel this matter is not over yet. They disregard your glory in the Eastern region, acting recklessly. How can I not settle accounts with them?
Master, leave the matter to me from now on. Watch as I vent your anger, especially that Lu Ya, I shall surely make him utterly embarrassed, to let him know why the flowers are so red."
Taishang looked at the furious Bai Jin, holding back a smile, still so childish even after achieving Quasi-Saint status. He waved his hand and a Jade Gourd appeared in front of Bai Jin, saying, "Here are some Nine Revolutions Golden Pills for you to take back and consolidate the Quasi-Saint Path."
"Thank you, Master!" Bai Jin quickly grabbed the Jade Gourd and scampered away.
After Bai Jin left the Great Red Heaven, Taishang sat on the mountain peak, squinting at the waterfall opposite, thinking that Zhunti Zi and junior brother really almost fooled me with their schemes involving Human Clan’s Destiny. It was indeed possible that they could have succeeded through Bai Jin.
Great Master Xuan Du walked out from the side, bowed deeply, and said solemnly, "Master, Brother Bai Jin said something that resonated with me.
The Western Sect and Demon Clan plotting against the Human Clan’s Destiny means they show no regard for your dignity, Master. A disciple must fight to the death in defense of their master’s honor, so please allow me to go to the Primordial World."
The more Taishang thought about what Bai Jin said, the more something felt off, causing some unease in his heart.
Taishang stretched out his hand, and a Tai Chi Diagram appeared in his palm, saying, "Take this Tai Chi Diagram and toss it into the Pure Land."
Great Master Xuan Du immediately responded, "Yes!" and took the Tai Chi Diagram and walked outside.
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Elsewhere in Qingwei Heaven, Bai Jin entered the Yuxu Palace, respectfully greeted the Primordial Venerable, and then offered Golden Cicada Meat, which was graciously accepted.
Inside the Yuxu Palace, the Primordial Venerable sat in the principal seat, with Bai Jin seated below on a cushion.
Bai Jin spoke angrily, "When the disciple realized what Buddhism was doing in the Lower Realm, I was seething with rage!
Master, you are the head of the Legalist family, and my master is from the Confucian family. Buddhism was secretly inciting discord between the Legalist and Confucian families, aiming to turn deep brotherly bonds into hatred. How could I let this slide?
When I learned of this news, I was immediately filled with fury, disregarding everything else, and without hesitation, led the Heavenly Court Gods to wage war on the Buddhism Demon Clan, not only to vent the anger for you and my master but also as a warning to Buddhism and the Demon Clan that the bonds of The Three Pure Ones are not to be trifled with."
The great voice of the Primordial Venerable boomed above, "Buddhism and Demon Clan plotting against the Human Clan’s Destiny is a grave mistake."
Bai Jin immediately nodded and said angrily, "Master, you are right.
This matter is not finished; they dared to target my Master and my Father, I must not let them rest."
The Primordial Venerable looked at Bai Jin, his authoritative voice resounding, "The core of this matter lies in the Human Clan’s Destiny, your ability to stop it was very commendable."
Bai Jin looked up seriously and said, "Master, what infuriates me the most about this matter is Buddhism’s attempt to sow discord among The Three Pure Ones.
If Buddhism dares to try and stir discord among The Three Pure Ones, how can I not retaliate?
Master, leave the matter to me from now on, and see my methods."