[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal":3,"chapter-concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-610":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Concubines Lead to Strength: The Path to Immortality Begins with Taking a Spouse",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1248254,1677,"Chapter 610 - 304: To put it bluntly, does your Buddhist Sect just want to curry favor?","concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-610",610,"\u003Cp>In the Seclusion Room, Gu Changge sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faint Buddhist chants echoed around him, helping one to quickly calm the mind and spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With the Buddhist Sect promising these two Heavenly Rank Top Grade Treasures, I can arrange one for each of my wives.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Calculating his gains from this outing, not only did he obtain a Heavenly Rank Top Grade Treasure from Xuanyuan Feng, but also two promised by the Buddhist Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, he had chosen a Heavenly Rank Top Grade Flying Sword for Dongfang Mingyue, and this time he could fill in the Magic Treasure gap for his other wives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As for myself, I’ll make do with my Immortal Grade Flying Sword for now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Murmuring, he then retrieved the Immortal Origin Pearl left by Xuanyuan Feng upon Ascension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Staring at the Immortal Origin Pearl, he couldn’t help but be lost in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What will it really be like?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Will it mean life or death, ascension for the cultivator, or something else?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tsk...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a feeling that I won’t have to wait until the day of my Ascension to the Land Immortal Realm; that gray-robed figure will come knocking.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This True Monarch Realm breakthrough needs to be reconsidered.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of the gray-robed daoist appearing in the ascension space each time, he felt a sense of danger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ascension generally happens because the current world cannot contain a cultivator’s immense power, thus leading them to the Upper Realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the sudden appearance of the gray-robed daoist caused Gu Changge to harbor doubts about ascension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was even uncertain about breaking through to the True Monarch Realm; if he did so directly, would he immediately face that gray-robed daoist?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That gray-robed daoist is likely the manifestation of the will of the heavenly way of this world. If it’s hostile towards him, how confident is he in protecting himself as a True Monarch?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forget it, either way, there’s no avoiding the danger!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t just stop advancing in cultivation forever.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As long as I want to grow, I’ll have to face it eventually.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, it’s necessary to prepare some trump cards.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking it over, he realized he couldn’t halt his cultivation path — it was just a matter of preparing more to prevent unexpected events.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At present, there was no rush; as long as he didn’t break through to the True Monarch Realm, the will of the heavens should not descend again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the Immortal Origin Pearl, he chose not to refine it at the moment but instead put it away and began his natural cultivation using his Cultivation Technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the old monk left, in the meantime, a True Monarch Realm Buddha sent him three bottles of Spirit Rank Elixirs, which were quite valuable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The half-month period swiftly drew near.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Buddhist Sect was thoroughly prepared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the preparation for the Ancestor’s tribulation had started over a hundred years ago with all necessary items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amitabha...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I wonder how Saint Gu is recovering?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two True Monarch Realm Buddhas approached the tower, putting their hands together in a respectful voice transmission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With the assistance of your sect’s elixirs, there are no issues.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge stepped out, performed a salute, and replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon after, Ye Qing casually walked out, yawned, and remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the two Buddhas respectfully saluted, they led the way toward the tallest gold-plated tower of the Buddhist Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the way, every Buddhist Sect disciple, even Sage Realm Buddhas, upon seeing Gu Changge and Ye Qing, respectfully paused, placed their hands together, and recited Buddhist names in salutation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, the looks cast toward Gu Changge were more frequent than those cast at Ye Qing, the Land Immortal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although they rarely saw Land Immortals in daily life, as disciples of the Four Great Sacred Lands, they were aware their own sect had such level ancestors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But someone like Saint Gu, who could assist others in their tribulation, mastering the power of the heavenly tribulation, was extremely rare, surpassing the Land Immortal by countless folds!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tsk, you certainly have a calm demeanor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I had your capabilities back then, I’d never have to fly on my own. I’d have ridden their Buddha Master to get here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Qing seemed to feel a bit of a gap and couldn’t help but complain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two True Monarch Realm Buddhas slightly twitched their eyelids but could only pretend not to hear, silently reciting the Buddha Master’s name for compassion in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind them, both Qinglian Sword Immortal and Saint Gu were figures they could only hope to maintain friendly relations with, not enemies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahem...\" Gu Changge found the words a bit too much, so he lightly coughed awkwardly, refraining from responding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Ye Qing, instead, proactively continued to ask, \"Do you two think I’m right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amitabha...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faced with the question, the two Buddhas’ mouths subtly twitched, not daring to respond and only muttered the Buddha’s name with hands clasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, they reached the gold-plated tower at this moment, and the two hurriedly made a gesture inviting them in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Ye Qing no longer troubled them and strode into the tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tower’s interior was like another universe, appearing quite large outside but with an interior space over ten times its size.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was evident that spatial techniques were employed during its construction, though the Buddhist Sect was already renowned for spatial techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking around, on either side of the tower were modest positions, each seated with a Buddha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyone seated here was at least at the Sage Realm, with more than twenty True Monarch Realm Buddhas present as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And still, not all positions were filled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The foremost position was occupied by the current Sect Master of the Buddhist Sect, adorned in luxurious robes, surrounded by Buddhist light, with even several halos of Buddhist light forming a Merit Golden Wheel behind his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It has been years since we last met, Lord Ye’s demeanor remains the same.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The current Sect Master spoke with a gentle smile, his voice calm, yet within the tower, it seemed enhanced, with the lingering sound appearing very imposing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need for flattery.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Qing, however, dismissively replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, he instantly suppressed the lingering sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every time the Sect Master spoke, he carried this routine, which annoyed him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Saint Gu is also astonishing. Back when our Buddhist Sect failed to establish an affinity with Saint Gu, it truly made us deeply regret.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Sect Master disregarded Ye Qing’s tone, although he himself was now a Land Immortal Realm Great Power, his breakthrough was recent, thus not comparable to Ye Qing, an established veteran Land Immortal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior overpraises.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shall we discuss the main matter first?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge casually clasped his hands and said directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hehe, we at the Buddhist Sect have been preparing for the tribulation, and the Old Buddha Master is in seclusion to rejuvenate, waiting to trigger the heavenly tribulation in three days.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the Buddha Ancestor’s voice had faded, Ye Qing interrupted again, \"There’s still three days; why summon me now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Momentarily, the Sect Master seemed a bit at a loss for words due to the retort, pausing briefly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after a brief moment, he adjusted his mindset and continued, \"Today, I mainly wish to discuss a transaction with Saint Gu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our Buddhist Sect possesses a Reincarnation Tower, where everyone can comprehend varying fortunes and opportunities.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I presume Lord Ye is also aware of this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moreover, entering it feels like living through a lifetime, yet only a day passes in reality.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Usually, only True Monarch Realm individuals from our Buddhist Sect have one chance to enter, or our Buddha Son can have one opportunity too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, if Saint Gu is willing to protect our tribulation mages for a half month every time they transcend in the future, then he can enter the Reincarnation Tower.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, should Saint Gu be unable to spare the time to guard our sect during tribulations, there will be no need to compensate us, for we only seek a harmonious relationship with Saint Gu. May we know Saint Gu’s views on this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge was not too familiar with the Reincarnation Tower and looked towards his mentor for guidance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, you’re basically offering a free chance for my disciple to comprehend the Reincarnation Tower, for protecting your tribulation practitioners every so often, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well then, of course, that’s no problem. If it’s a free benefit, why not take it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Buddhas sitting on both sides twitched their eyes upon hearing this, wishing to respond, but considering the other party was a Land Immortal, they refrained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahem...\" Gu Changge cleared his throat awkwardly, choosing not to respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perceiving this, Ye Qing nonchalantly continued to press: \"You two, don’t you think I’m right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amitabha...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cornered, the two Buddhas could only clasp their hands together and utter the Buddha’s name with a twitch of their mouths, unable to reply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luckily, they had already arrived before the gold-plated tower at this moment, and they hurriedly gestured for him to enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Ye Qing ceased making things difficult for them and strode into the tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The inside of the tower seemed like another realm, looking immensely towering from the outside, yet its internal space was more than tenfold its outward appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, space manipulation techniques were employed during its construction, though the Buddhist Sect is already famous for its spatial methods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking around, the sides of the tower were lined with smaller spots, with Buddhas sitting cross-legged within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those capable of sitting here were at the very least Sage Realm Buddhas, with over twenty True Monarch Realm Buddhas present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And still, not all spots were taken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The most prominent position at the front was occupied by the current Lord Buddha of the Buddhist Sect, clad in luxurious robes, with a golden wheel of merit formed by Buddha light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It has been many years since we last met, Lord Ye, and your demeanor remains unchanged.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Buddha Master’s voice was still echoing, granting it an air of great authority, despite his gentle smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to flatter me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Qing retorted, feeling somewhat discontent with the over-praise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Buddha Lord always did that when he spoke, which was quite irritating to him.\u003C\u002Fp>",1705,"2026-06-05T15:31:54.654Z",1,"novelbin.me","c0544efe5c2c3d0daf303b4d4b22780d83b01f96e61f2942216e5038605d6f90","concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-611","concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-609",611,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fconcubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-cover.jpg"]