Chapter 1530: Wu Tian

A spiritual light shone behind Zhang Taixuan, and the black lotus instantly turned into a streak of light, settling and stabilizing within the radiant glow.

"Establishing a new Lingshan with its own Buddhas? It's not impossible."

Zhang Taixuan smiled faintly as he looked at Wu Tian. "I accept your wish."

In fact, it was an idea he had always held.

The reigns of the Buddha and the Jade Emperor are past; now, naturally, new hands must take charge of the Three Realms.

"Thank you, Heaven Lord."

Wu Tian's expression turned solemn; he bowed respectfully, and flames erupted around his body.

"I, Wu Tian, may be defeated, but the Buddha is not necessarily victorious. Sun Wukong, may we never meet again."

Wu Tian cast one final glance at Sun Wukong, and in an instant, his body and soul turned to ash.

Sun Wukong stood frozen in place.

He hadn't expected Wu Tian to be so decisive—simply extinguishing himself.

Nothing remained but his true spirit.

Just the true spirit.

Even if he reincarnated as a living being after billions of years, he would no longer be Wu Tian—he would be an entirely new person.

Su Xiao was deeply puzzled: "Brother Taixuan, why did Wu Tian just sit in meditation and pass away? He could've begged for mercy and served you."

Yang Jian mused: "Everyone has their own path. Not everyone clings to this world. Wu Tian was born only to avenge the Buddha and save his beloved. Now that he knows defeat is certain, he chose the next move that would leave the Buddha with no chance at all."

Su Xiao: "He used Brother Taixuan as a pawn?"

Yunxiao shook her head: "No, he simply followed the tide. Anyone with sense, seeing so many of us here, would know the authority of the Three Realms and the fate of Lingshan would fall into our hands. Rather than fight on, it was better to directly hand over Lingshan's destiny to us. That way, the Buddha truly has no chance left."

Xiao Mai sighed: "Wu Tian was so decisive. He must truly hate the Buddha."

Zhang Taixuan smiled: "Naturally. I noticed the black lotus's material is excellent—I'll take it back and refine it into a spiritual treasure to boost everyone's strength."

Upon hearing this, the crowd erupted in cheers.

But Sun Wukong and Tang Xuanzang's moods sank to the bottom.

The lineage and destiny of Lingshan had been transferred to others.

The Buddha had no chance left.

Add to that the Divine Register now in Zhang Taixuan's hands—the Jade Emperor has no chance to return either.

The Jade Emperor and the Buddha reincarnating to avoid the demonic calamity was originally a brilliant plan.

But they never anticipated that someone from beyond this world would descend and disrupt their perfect scheme.

With the authority of the Three Realms lost, their path back has become arduous.

Outside the Heavenly Court.

Due to the loss of Lingshan's destiny, demons and monsters kept making mistakes, and the immortals and gods fought with fearless ferocity and overwhelming strength.

These demons and monsters were swiftly exterminated.

Even those who tried to flee found the heavens and earth around the Heavenly Court already sealed—no way up, no way down—ultimately meeting their end.

"Heaven Lord, the demons and monsters brought by Wu Tian have been slain. Please give your orders."

The immortals returned, gazing at Zhang Taixuan with worshipful expressions.

This one's power was terrifying.

His ability to continuously revive immortals and gods alone surpassed the old-era Jade Emperor.

His magic power was truly boundless.

"Each of you return to your duties and govern the Three Realms. If you have spare time, assist the Thunder Department in purifying the mortal realm."

"Yes."

"Wukong, do you wish to become the Lord of Ten Thousand Buddhas of Lingshan?" Zhang Taixuan asked his disciple.

Sun Wukong blinked in surprise: "Me?"

"Who else? Among all the experts here, only you are suitable."

Sun Wukong scratched his head: "But I don't understand Buddhism."

"That's no problem. Look at Yang Jian—the Lord of the Three Eyes divided Lingshan's destiny and still does well, doesn't he?" Zhang Taixuan smiled.

Sun Wukong looked at Yang Jian and the others, seeing their destinies shimmering with power, nearing the Great Immortal realm.

He himself was already a Peerless Sage.

But this world was a supreme great world.

If he took control of Lingshan, his destiny would surpass even Yang Jian's—greatly aiding his breakthrough.

"Since my master shows such favor, I shall not refuse," Sun Wukong said sincerely, bowing deeply.

Zhang Taixuan: "Now that the demonic calamity has passed and the righteous path revives, my disciple Sun Wukong has rendered great service to the Three Realms. I hereby bestow upon him the title: First Ancestor of the Ten Thousand Buddhas of Lingshan."

As he spoke, a massive torrent of destiny descended upon Sun Wukong.

Above, a golden auspicious cloud fell—a mass of merit force.

Clearly, this world's heavenly dao recognized Zhang Taixuan's words and affirmed Sun Wukong's achievements.

Sun Wukong felt a brilliant light bloom in his mind, infinite wisdom arising—things he once could not understand now seemed as clear as patterns on his palm.

"Thank you, Master," Sun Wukong understood.

His master was nurturing him—he quickly bowed in gratitude.

Zhang Taixuan smiled: "No need for such formality. Yang Jian, send a manifestation here to assist Wukong."

"Yes, Dao Jun."

"The True Lord of the Three Eyes, who vanquished demons, is hereby bestowed the title: Lingshan's Luminous Buddha Ancestor."

"Thank you, Dao Jun."

This is the Buddha seat of a great world, its destiny extraordinarily rich—stronger, not weaker, than the destiny of Yang Jian's original world.

This is real, tangible benefit.

"As for the others, if any wish to leave a manifestation here to partake of this world's destiny and merit, seek out Wukong," Zhang Taixuan said, watching the group's expressions, then waved his hand and tossed the Lingshan destiny directly to Sun Wukong to handle.

Sun Wukong scratched his head.

Let him fight—he was very capable.

But to appoint the Buddhas of Lingshan? That was a bit taxing on the brain.

The most glorious thing he'd ever done was once outmaneuvering the Three Realms.

After that, he never played such games again.

No reason—it was just too troublesome, far less satisfying than smashing heaven and earth with the Hunyuan Dragon-Slaying Spear.

Still, since his master had entrusted him with the destiny, it was clearly to train and test him—he could only accept it.

"If any of you fellow group members wish to claim a merit-appointed position, speak up—I, Old Sun, will take full responsibility."

Su Xiao cheered, crying out: "I want to leave a manifestation here as a Bodhisattva!"

"Me too! Me too!"

Everyone was delighted, chattering excitedly.

If this were just an ordinary world, they might truly have had no interest.

But this world was different.

A top-tier great world, with top-tier divine positions now vacant.

What else could this be but a prized prize?

The Battle Victory Buddha and the Sandalwood Merit Buddha stood at a distance, neither daring to step forward nor to stay back, only staring as the group divided up the Lingshan merit positions.

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