Chapter 659: Han Li and Bai Xiaochun's Journey to Immortality

Boom!

Puchi!

A majestic and vast power suppressed Tathagata Buddha across space and time; even a top-tier powerhouse like Tathagata, who was below the Quasi-Saint level, felt small and fearful.

Nuwa, Houtu, Jade Emperor, and Laojun struck simultaneously; even a Saint would find it difficult to withstand this for a moment.

Although this was merely a casual strike, they had not truly utilized their full strength.

Yet the threat it posed to Tathagata was unprecedented.

At the critical moment, unable to dodge, Tathagata hurriedly summoned the Innate Dharma Treasure, the Nine-Rank Meritorious Golden Lotus.

The Nine-Rank Meritorious Golden Lotus originally had twelve ranks, but it lost three ranks for unknown reasons during the Investiture of the Gods period; even so, its power as an Innate Dharma Treasure could not be underestimated.

The golden Buddha Light transformed into a pillar of light, enveloping Tathagata Buddha within it, surrounded by dense, swirling Buddhist scriptures.

But this could not stop the power of the Saints, the power of the Jade Emperor, or the power of Laojun.

"Sixteen-foot Golden Body!"

Tathagata Buddha utilized the supreme body-refining technique of Buddhism once more; a solemn and dignified Dharma Aspect appeared behind him. Although this Dharma Aspect was not as vast as the heavens and earth, it felt like the extreme compression of immeasurable magic power, its aura oppressive.

When the Buddhist Sixteen-foot Golden Body is cultivated to perfection, one can also achieve sainthood through the flesh, which corresponds to the Eight-Nine Profound Art of the Daoism.

Puchi!

Even so, Tathagata Buddha was still injured; sensing the magic power within, he said in shock:

"Saints!"

Spitting out a mouthful of blood, Tathagata Buddha hurriedly withdrew his Primordial Spirit power, not daring to invade the Chat Group again.

And when he probed again, he could no longer deduce the existence of the Chat Group.

At Thunder Sound Temple, a group of Buddhas looked at each other in dismay, not knowing what had happened.

The Buddha had just been lecturing on the scriptures; why did he spit blood and even use his Sixteen-foot Golden Body?

Was there a great demon invading? But upon careful sensing, there was not a trace of demonic Qi.

"Do not panic, everyone!"

"While I was lecturing, my spirit wandered beyond the heavens and I encountered a Quasi-Saint great demon who has an affinity with Buddhism."

"I intended to convert it with perfected Buddhist Dharma, but I did not expect this demon to be stubborn and incorrigible, and I was even ambushed and injured by it. Amituofo."

"However, those of the Buddhist faith must be detached from all things, abstaining from anger and delusion; it seems the timing is not yet right."

Tathagata Buddha sat on the Merit Golden Lotus and explained slowly, appearing compassionate and wearing an expression of pity for all living beings.

Seeing this, most of the Buddhas with less profound cultivation were convinced and impressed.

The Buddha is truly selfless; while lecturing to resolve their doubts, he was also wandering beyond the heavens to convert a great demon.

There is surely no Great Ability in the Three Realms who cares more for the common people than the Buddha.

However, a few Bodhisattvas and Venerables sensed that this matter was extraordinary.

If it was just a conversion, why use the Sixteen-foot Golden Body?

That is a great lethal weapon of Buddhism, specifically used to deal with all kinds of defiance.

How powerful must this great demon be to actually beat Tathagata Buddha, a Quasi-Saint Great Ability, until he spat blood?

Subsequently, Tathagata Buddha stopped lecturing and dismissed the Buddhas; he needed to recover for a period of time.

Three Realms Chat Group.

World Honored Xuanzang: "Cough cough, many thanks to Brother Jade Emperor, Houtu Great Heavenly Venerable, Empress Wa, and Laojun for your help."

Lord of the Six Paths of Reincarnation Houtu: "No need for thanks. Given our relationship, let alone this small favor, it wouldn't be impossible to even dismantle the Western Sect."

Empress Wa: "Hehe."

Jade Emperor: "Cough cough, relationship. Houtu Niangniang, let me ask, what relationship do you have with Brother Xuanzang?"

Lord of the Six Paths of Reincarnation Houtu: "Does it have anything to do with you?"

Jade Emperor: "..."

Although he was the Jade Emperor, ruling the Three Realms, Houtu was the Lord of Reincarnation, controlling the reincarnation of all living beings in the Three Realms; he dared not be negligent.

Huaguoshan Great Saint: "Hehe, Jade Emperor, you have times when you get snubbed too. But having said that, Master, how is that guy Tathagata?"

World Honored Xuanzang: "He spat blood!"

Huaguoshan Great Saint: "Tsk tsk tsk, if it weren't for the fact that I can't beat Tathagata, I, Old Sun, would go to Lingshan right now to mock him."

Zhu Bajie: "Monkey Brother, look at how capable you are."

War God Yang Jian: "However, with Tathagata Buddha's level, he will eventually discover this place."

Lord of the Six Paths of Reincarnation Houtu: "He won't. With me taking action, how could that little Tathagata ever probe here again?"

War God Yang Jian: "Alright, as expected of the Lord of Reincarnation, Houtu Great Heavenly Venerable."

Jade Emperor: "Yang Jian, I haven't seen you compliment me like this?"

War God Yang Jian: "..."

Jade Emperor: "Yang Jian, speak up, what does this symbol mean?"

War God Yang Jian: "You are the Lord of the Three Realms; if I speak ill of you, what if you settle scores with me later?"

World Honored Xuanzang: "Don't be afraid, Brother Yang, our Scripture Seeking Group will back you up. Besides, if I couldn't speak freely, why would I refine this Dharma Treasure?"

Sun Wukong: "Right, right, right!"

Jade Emperor: "Yang Jian, I guarantee I won't settle scores with you later, okay?"

War God Yang Jian: "Alright, Jade Emperor. Why I don't compliment you, you should know in your heart; you don't deserve it."

Jade Emperor: "..., I am your uncle, blood is thicker than water."

Zhu Bajie: "Starting to eat melon!"

Sun Wukong: "I, Old Sun, am aware of the matter of Yang Jian splitting Peach Mountain back then."

Yang Jian: "Blood is thicker than water, heh."

Chang'e: "Ahem, actually, Sister Yaoji and the Jade Emperor have no blood relation."

Jade Emperor: "..."

World Honored Xuanzang: "Brother Jade Emperor, guess why Yang Jian went to the Heavenly Court to become an official."

Jade Emperor: "Does that even need guessing?"

Nezha: "As long as Second Brother hits the Jade Emperor, I, Nezha, will be the first to help."

Jade Emperor: "Nezha, I have treated you well, haven't I?"

Nezha: "Hee hee, those are two different things."

Jade Emperor: "Laojun, help me judge this."

Taishang Laojun: "Refining pills, do not disturb!"

Jade Emperor: "..."

The members of the Three Realms Chat Group chatted aimlessly, gradually becoming less reserved, and the conversation slowly livened up.

At the same time, they also pulled some other immortals from the Three Realms to join.

The Jade Emperor pulled in the God of Wealth, Taibai Jinxing, Wangmu Niangniang, and the Three Xiaos.

Yang Jian pulled Yuding Zhenren and Xiaotian Dog inside.

Guanyin also wanted to pull in some Buddhism Bodhisattvas, but it was just a thought; Rulai had already been beaten upon entering, let alone the others.

Sun Wukong brought his old brother, the Bull Demon King, in.

Zhu Bajie wanted to pull his wife Gao Cuilan into the group, but thinking that Chang'e was also there, he figured he would inevitably be mocked.

Xuanzang watched all of this, did not interfere too much, and let it develop.

After the new members joined the group, they originally thought it was some farce, but upon seeing the members, they were all shocked.

It would be one thing if the Jade Emperor and Taishang Laojun were there.

But inside there were also the unreachable Saints, the Lord of Reincarnation Houtu, and the Mother of the Human Race Nuwa!

The one who was most angry was Wangmu Niangniang; it was one thing that the chat group created by Xuanzang didn't pull her in, but it actually pulled in Guanyin. If the Jade Emperor hadn't pulled her into the group, she wouldn't have known that such a major change had already occurred in the Three Realms.

So Wangmu Niangniang spoke in a vague, tea-sipping manner, and while the Jade Emperor was confused, Xuanzang's heart almost jumped out?

Sympathy; as more and more Great Abilities entered the chat group, this "Chat Group" artifact refined by Xuanzang gathered unimaginable Qi Luck. Although Xuanzang could not use this Qi Luck, its blessing upon the chat group caused this artifact to transform rapidly, becoming even more mysterious and extraordinary.

Other world, Mortal Plane, Blood-Colored Forbidden Land.

At this time, the seven major cultivation sects of the Yue Country in the south of the sky opened the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land together. This is a secret realm opened in ancient times, which only those below Foundation Establishment can enter to search for heavenly materials and earthly treasures; those above Foundation Establishment will be repelled if they force their way in, and may even be injured.

Han Li came here to complete a Private Task to kill the Ink Flood Dragon, and disguised himself as a Yellow Maple Valley disciple to participate in the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land.

In this life's trajectory, Han Li did not join Yellow Maple Valley, but instead used the chat group and the Heaven-Holding Bottle to develop stealthily.

And now Han Li's cultivation is already at the Golden Core Realm, which would be at the level of a Supreme Elder in Yellow Maple Valley.

It is just that with the existence of the Mysterious Origin Breath Concealment Art and the art of disguise, he is currently just the unremarkable Li Feiyu in Yellow Maple Valley.

Whoosh!

At the altar of the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land, as the sect leaders of the seven sects activated the array together, streaks of scarlet magic power fluctuations erupted out of thin air under the firmament, followed by a dark red vortex appearing before the many cultivators, and mysterious auras emanated from behind that vortex.

Without the slightest hesitation, many cultivators flew toward the vortex one after another.

Some were flying on swords, some were riding spirit beasts, some were traveling by Wind Control, and some were stepping on silk ribbons!

Han Li stepped on an ordinary Flying Sword and flew into it.

The entrance to the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land teleports randomly, and the landing position is uncertain.

Those with good luck might teleport directly into a top-grade medicine field, while those with bad luck might land in a dragon's den or tiger's lair, dying upon arrival.

Whoosh!

A mysterious light appeared out of thin air. Han Li's landing point was a forest; looking around, there were towering ancient trees everywhere, the light was dim, and dark clouds were gathering.

At the same time, a slight space-time fluctuation accompanied Han Li's side, and a Time and Space Gate opened.

A white-clothed youth who looked to be fifteen or sixteen years old walked out, appearing harmless to humans and animals.

"Brother Han," the youth said excitedly and happily, gesturing with his hands and feet.

"Fellow Daoist Xiaochun."

Han Li bowed slightly; although their ages clearly looked about the same, he was extremely mature.

Regarding the trial in the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land, Bai Xiaochun and Han Li had long ago agreed to team up.

Han Li had mentioned it in the group before, but because Han Li is a lone star of evil, a creator of total annihilation, no one dared to come over, and the level of the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land is not high, just a Qi Refining stage dungeon, with no good treasures.

In the end, it was Bai Xiaochun, who is naturally afraid of death, who came over to team up.

After the battle with the Luo Chen Family, Bai Xiaochun knew deeply that he had too little combat experience.

In order to live forever, he must quickly improve his strength and experience, and cannot be a little turtle that never moves for ten thousand years.

And Han Li's cultivation is Golden Core, so even if they encounter danger, it is not a big problem.

"Brother Han, what should we do now?"

Looking at the gloomy Blood-Colored Forbidden Land, Bai Xiaochun was somewhat moved, very much wanting to kill in all directions, sweep away all enemies, and make the enemies vanish into thin air with a flick of his finger.

Only then would he be more certain of going to the Tianduan Shanmai to perform Heavenly Dao Foundation Establishment.

Han Li pondered for a moment and said:

"The Forbidden Land has just opened. For the resources of the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land, the cultivators of the seven sects will definitely compete and start a great war. In the process of fighting, there will definitely be casualties, so we should first find a place to hide and wait to see what happens."

Although the seven sects of the Yue Country are all righteous sects, every sect has conflicts, and it is common for cultivators to kill each other by mistake during magic duels.

There are about two hundred cultivators entering the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land in total, and it would be considered good if forty can come out in the end.

"Brother Han, you are a Golden Core, why not just sweep through everything?" Bai Xiaochun said.

"Xiaochun, this is the real world, a cruel world of Immortal Cultivation, full of deceit and intrigue, not a Script. Every moment we live is full of Transformation, remember to keep a low profile, because reality can give you a profound lesson when you least expect it."

Han Li said earnestly, his expression grave.

"Brother Han, as expected of you." Bai Xiaochun showed an expression of sincere admiration.

Although he was also cautious and afraid of death, once he had the strength, he still liked to show off.

Han Li was different; he considered things too thoroughly.

The two did not fly, but walked through the forest while concealing their aura; as soon as any aura approached, they would quickly put distance between themselves and it.

Therefore, along the way, they did not get caught up in any cultivators' battles.

Soon, Han Li stopped at an ancient tree of medium size, neither too big nor too small.

He skillfully set up a concealment spell about a zhang in size around the ancient tree, then hollowed out the ancient tree and climbed inside.

"Brother, what are you doing?" Bai Xiaochun asked in confusion.

Han Li explained upon hearing this: "The Blood-Colored Forbidden Land is open for seven days, and it is only the first day now. There is no need for us to waste energy outside; it is better to meditate and cultivate inside the tree heart. Moreover, the feng shui of this place I chose is quite good; no one should stumble upon here."

"Uh..." Bai Xiaochun.

"Brother Han, aren't we being a bit too cautious? Is it really necessary?"

Bai Xiaochun continued, feeling somewhat uncertain.

"How can this be called being cautious? This is strategic stability."

Han Li said, then closed his eyes to rest.

"Sigh!"

Bai Xiaochun sighed. He had expected a blood-pumping trial, but he never imagined there would be no excitement at all. In seven days, judging by Brother Han's way of doing things, he feared they would spend six and a half days hiding here.

However, he was not a quiet person, so he immediately started a Chat Group live stream.

"Ding, group member I Am Bai Xiaochun has started a Chat Group live stream?"

"Ding, Leader of the Exploding Heavens Faction has joined the live broadcast room."

"Ding, Tragic Little Demon God has joined the live broadcast room!"

"Ding, Ying Zheng of Great Qin has joined the live broadcast room!"

"Ding, Number One Golden Core of Kyushu has joined the live broadcast room!"

"Ding, Demon Queen has joined the live broadcast room!"

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I Am Bai Xiaochun: "Ahem, everyone guess where I am?"

Demon Queen: "Damn, you started a live stream just for this!"

Number One Golden Core of Kyushu: "This live stream screen is a bit dark, isn't it?"

Ye Fan Zhen Bu Hei: "Are you sure the screen is dark, and not that Fellow Daoist Han is dark?"

Han Paopao of the Seven Profound Sect: "..."

Spring and Autumn Sword Deity: "How are Fellow Daoist Han and Fellow Daoist Xiaochun together?"

Ying Zheng of Great Qin: "Is this the world of Immortals?"

Leader of the Exploding Heavens Faction: "Immortals do indeed exist in the world of these two, Brother Zheng."

Tragic Little Demon God: "What are you doing?"

I Am Bai Xiaochun: "Don't mention it. I originally wanted to go through a trial with Brother Han to gain experience. I never imagined that as soon as Brother Han entered the Blood-Colored Forbidden Land, he would find a tree hole to meditate and rest."

Leader of the Exploding Heavens Faction: "This is a basic operation; Immortal Cultivation is all about being steady and cautious!"

Han Paopao of the Seven Profound Sect: "Han is just conserving energy. Besides, fighting and killing is not Han's style."

Scripture Seeker of Journey to the West: "Xiaochun, learn the laws of survival in Immortal Cultivation from Han Li; you won't go wrong."

I Am Bai Xiaochun: "Um, alright."

Number One Golden Core of Kyushu: "Come to think of it, in the Script, didn't this guy Han Li get his first blood taken here?"

Ye Fan Zhen Bu Hei: "Ahem."

Han Paopao of the Seven Profound Sect: "..."

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