Chapter 219: The Earth Book Displays Divine Might, Pointing to Hong Yun!

Since awakening Hong Yun on Taiyin Xing back then, to avoid falling into Yue Lao's scheme there.

Chen Ku's purpose is not merely to have Hong Yun go to the West for cultivation.

Only by making him join the Buddhist sect does it mean that in the future we can add another sage-level existence to the Buddhist sect.

And having gone through this calamity, Chen Ku also knows that Hong Yun's nature must have undergone a tremendous change.

Now directly proposing this, how could Hong Yun possibly refuse?!

Indeed.

Hearing Chen Ku's words, Hong Yun was first stunned, then fell into deep thought.

Jieyin's words lingered in Hong Yun's mind, impossible to dispel.

The goddess dances, wine without end!

This immediately reminded Hong Yun of the past in the Western realms, where they together drank the Taiyin immortal brew and watched Xihe and Chang'e dance gracefully.

That scene truly intoxicated the heart and soul.

Sitting and discussing the Dao needs no further explanation.

Previously Hong Yun had been worried, although he possessed Primordial Purple Qi, he had long been unable to attain the Dao.

If he could discuss the Dao with Jieyin and Zhunti, perhaps he could find guidance for himself and truly discover the method to attain the Dao.

More importantly, after the previous events, Hong Yun clearly felt that Chen Ku genuinely worried for his safety, enough to spare no effort to protect him from harm.

All these matters, one after another, undoubtedly moved Hong Yun's heart.

Thus, after a moment, Hong Yun solemnly nodded his head.

"Good, I am grateful that you all do not despise me."

"This humble Daoist wishes to enter the Buddhist sect; from now on we shall advance and retreat together, sharing honor and disgrace!"

Hong Yun finally made this decision.

Hearing this, Chen Ku smiled with satisfaction.

Having laid out many plans, today we finally see the results.

Naturally, this move is indeed a hundred benefits and no harm for Hong Yun.

To the side, Jieyin and Zhunti likewise showed smiles, delighted beyond measure.

Thus, the West gains another supreme mighty one, and moreover one who hopes to attain the Dao and become a sage.

Suddenly, Zhunti's expression shifted, and he turned his gaze to Zhen Yuanzi.

Regarding Hong Yun's joining the Buddhist sect, Zhen Yuanzi also expressed no objection.

Needless to say, all they have done has already convinced Zhen Yuanzi, leading him to approve Hong Yun's choice.

At this moment, Zhunti, with a hint of expectation, said to Zhen Yuanzi:

"Haha, Daoist Hong Yun has already entered my Buddhist sect."

"I wonder... Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, would you also be willing to join?"

"Not bad!"

Who in the world does not know that Zhen Yuanzi and Hong Yun are as inseparable as firewood and rice?

Usually, the two often discuss the Dao together at Five Zhuang Temple.

Today, since Hong Yun has joined the Western Buddhist sect, Zhunti naturally does not wish to give up Zhen Yuanzi, this supreme innate mighty one.

Hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi showed a hint of astonishment.

But after merely pondering briefly, Zhen Yuanzi shook his head and spoke softly:

"Thank you, sages, for your appreciation!"

"However, I myself have my own Dao; it is inconvenient to join the Buddhist sect."

Zhen Yuanzi's cultivation is inherently a bit deeper than Hong Yun's.

In the dark, he has already sensed the Dao unique to himself.

Therefore, if he were to join the Buddhist sect, it would actually be detrimental to his cultivation.

He ultimately still refused Zhunti's invitation.

Hearing this, Jieyin and Zhunti's gazes darkened, and they involuntarily let out a sigh of regret.

On the contrary, Chen Ku beside them now showed a smile and nodded.

"Hehe, Daoist Zhen Yuanzi being able to clearly understand his own Dao is a good thing; we naturally cannot force it."

"No matter what, our friendship will not be affected in the slightest."

Chen Ku rather calmly accepted Zhen Yuanzi's refusal.

In his words, he even expressed support for Zhen Yuanzi.

He had long known that getting Zhen Yuanzi to also join the Western Buddhist sect is not that easy.

After all, in later ages Zhen Yuanzi is revered as the forefather of earth immortals, his status extremely high.

His path is naturally different from Hong Yun's.

Hearing these words, Zhen Yuanzi's expression also eased.

He had previously been slightly worried that his refusal might provoke the two sages, Jieyin and Zhunti.

Chen Ku's words, however, set his mind at ease.

Rather moved, he nodded and agreed with Chen Ku's words.

Between them, in the past there was indeed no karmic entanglement.

But after experiencing various events, or rather crises, they have indeed built up a rather deep affection.

Seeing this, Chen Ku continued to speak:

"Although he cannot enter my Buddhist sect."

But considering the safety of my fellow Daoist, perhaps you could move your dao field to my Western Heaven and Earth, which would be good.

Upon hearing these words, Zhen Yuanzi's expression changed dramatically.

Move the dao field to Western Heaven and Earth?!

This sounds shocking to the world, but for cultivators of their level, it's not particularly difficult.

Moreover, I must say, Chen Ku also makes sense.

In the previous battle, Zhen Yuanzi and the Demon Race side have become completely estranged, forming an irreconcilable grudge.

With Di Jun Taiyi's nature of seeking revenge for the slightest grudge, there's no guarantee he won't cause trouble for Zhen Yuanzi in the future.

"Exactly, exactly!"

"Fellow Daoist Chen Ku's consideration is absolutely correct."

"Old friend, even if you don't join the Buddhist sect, you should also go west; that's the safest course."

Hong Yun spoke up, feeling deeply in agreement.

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi finally ceased hesitating.

"Good, I'll follow Fellow Daoist Chen Ku's words!"

"Everyone, just wait a moment; I will now take this entire Ten Longevity Mountain with me."

After his words fell, Zhen Yuanzi ceased speaking further.

He lightly flicked his sleeve, and a clump of divine light suddenly appeared.

That is nothing else; it is the top-tier spiritual treasure controlled by Zhen Yuanzi, the Earth Embryo Membrane, also known as the Earth Book.

As one of the Three Books of Heaven, Earth, and Man, the Earth Book's power is naturally overwhelming and unfathomable to ghosts and gods.

At this moment, the Earth Book swelled against the storm, like a spatial barrier spreading at a visible speed across millions of li.

The vast Ten Longevity Mountain was completely enveloped within it.

Then, the Earth Book poured down endless divine radiance, vast and boundless, like an ocean stretching across.

Faintly, wave after wave of unmatched earthly force surged out, causing those present to tense their faces and slightly raise their eyebrows.

"In legend, wielding the Earth Book allows one to mobilize the primordial earth's elemental power with a single thought."

"Mountains, rivers, and so forth can also be controlled by it."

"Having seen it today, its reputation is indeed well-deserved."

Chen Ku muttered to himself.

This was his first time witnessing the true divine might of the Earth Book; although he had anticipated it, he still felt a shock.

Amid Chen Ku's astonishment,

Zhen Yuanzi continued his move.

Tremendous magical power surged forth.

Boom—

Immediately, the vast Ten Longevity Mountain was literally lifted up and entirely contained within the Earth Book.

With a mere gesture, moving a top-tier immortal's blessed land was effortless.

Zhen Yuanzi's terrifying strength is evident from this.

Having done all this, the several people needed no further words.

They immediately set off, heading toward the Western Heaven and Earth.

All present were top-tier mighty figures of the present age, so their speed was naturally incredibly swift.

"Haha, in my Western Heaven and Earth, there are no shortage of places suitable for cultivation."

"Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, please feel free to choose."

Several people crossed the Two Worlds Mountain, with Jieyin wearing a look of pride as he spoke thus.

However, just as his words fell,

Yet Zhen Yuanzi's expression shifted, and he then gazed with interest at the Two Worlds Mountain beneath his feet.

"Heh, this mountain serving as the boundary between the Eastern and Western Heaven and Earth is not bad."

"I shall establish my dao field right here!"

Regarding this, Jieyin and Zhunti naturally had no objections, merely nodding.

Meanwhile, Chen Ku on the side showed a slight look of astonishment.

This place is exactly where he was born.

But more importantly,

Chen Ku knew that, in the later Journey to the West Great Calamity, Zhen Yuanzi had also demonstrated great efficacy.

In that Great Calamity, Zhen Yuanzi intercepted Tang Sanzang and his disciples, among others, at the Two Worlds Mountain.

At once, in Chen Ku's sea of consciousness, the Heavenly Dao's laws rumbled into motion, as if triggering some mysterious resonance.

"Is everything merely the work of heavenly fate......"

"The might of the Heavenly Dao is truly immeasurable."

Chen Ku's thoughts surged greatly.

Until the Journey to the West Great Calamity, there are still countless ages.

He never expected that Zhen Yuanzi would now happen to choose this very place as his dao field.

This caused Chen Ku, who controls the Heavenly Dao's laws, to once again marvel at the terrifying magnificence of the Heavenly Dao's power.

As Chen Ku pondered,

On the other side, having made a decision, Zhen Yuanzi had already begun to act immediately.

The Earth Book was invoked, and the Ten Longevity Mountain manifested once more, towering solemnly beside the Two Worlds Mountain.

Or rather, it is almost connected to the Two Worlds Mountain as one, merging into a single entity.

Instantly, the scene here became even more magnificently spectacular, towering and grand.

Zhen Yuanzi looked around, then found another place where spiritual qi was most abundant, and planted one of the ten supreme-grade innate spiritual roots, the ginseng fruit tree.

This is also another of Zhen Yuanzi's great trump cards.

Seeing this, Chen Ku's heart stirred.

Who......

In an instant, streams of Chaos spiritual water flowed gently in the void, watering the ginseng fruit tree.

Zhen Yuanzi did not join the Buddhist sect, but now it is undeniable that he advances and retreats together with Chen Ku and the others.

Chen Ku naturally would not be stingy, and thus he helped water the ginseng fruit tree.

Seeing this, Zhen Yuanzi also felt delighted.

"I, this seat, thank you, Daoist friend Chen Ku!"

He bowed respectfully, being very courteous.

Originally, he was still worried that in this Western realm it might affect the growth of the ginseng fruit tree.

But this way, not only was there no effect at all, it actually made the ginseng fruit tree even more extraordinary.

For Zhen Yuanzi, this was another unexpected joy.

Chen Ku merely smiled faintly and did not say much more.

He then turned his gaze to Hong Yun, his eyes flickering.

"Hehe, Daoist friend Hong Yun is now a person of my Buddhist sect."

"I have a supreme-grade innate spiritual treasure here, its usefulness is now minor."

"Giving it to Daoist friend Hong Yun is just right."

Chen Ku flipped his palm, and a spiritual treasure instantly appeared.

What he spoke of was nothing else—it was precisely the Herding Immortal Staff, one of the supreme-grade innate spiritual treasures.

This Herding Immortal Staff was originally obtained from Di Jun's hands.

As Chen Ku's strength has increased astonishingly, the power of this treasure has become extremely limited.

Even in the previous great battle against the myriad demons, it saw little significant use.

Of course, this is not to say the treasure lacks power, but rather Chen Ku possesses far too many spiritual treasures.

Compared to his other treasures, the Herding Immortal Staff now has little use.

Using it now to invest in Hong Yun, the future saint, is absolutely worthwhile.

Hearing his words, Hong Yun was instantly overwhelmed with favor and astonishment.

"This... I, a poor Daoist, have just entered the Western realm and have not yet achieved any merit."

"How could I possibly deserve such a precious gift from you, Daoist friend?!"

Hong Yun waved his hands repeatedly.

"As the saying goes, one does not receive reward without merit."

Moreover, his life until now has been preserved solely thanks to Chen Ku.

"Daoist friend Hong Yun, there's no need to be polite."

"This Herding Immortal Staff, for me, is indeed no longer anything significant."

"Daoist friend, simply accept it."

These words left Hong Yun momentarily speechless.

Alright!

Having many spiritual treasures is just being willful.

That statement truly leaves one speechless.

Unable to refuse, Hong Yun had no choice but to accept it.

"I, a poor Daoist... thank you, Daoist friend Chen Ku."

Hong Yun's tone became even more grateful and moved.

Beside them, watching this scene, Jieyin and Zhunti couldn't help but exchange a glance, their faces showing a wry smile.

Good fellow!

Our disciple is again so generous.

Back when facing Xihe and Chang'e, it was the same.

Seeing Chen Ku bestow treasures, Jieyin and Zhunti naturally could not be stingy either.

"Since that's the case, we two will each give Daoist friend a spiritual treasure."

Jieyin produced a piece of armor called the Grand Void Divine Armor, shining brightly, forged from innate immortal gold, belonging to the rank of high-grade innate spiritual treasures.

Zhunti produced a Four Symbols Pagoda, containing a hint of the aura of the four ancient divine beasts, adept at both offense and defense.

One supreme-grade innate spiritual treasure, two high-grade innate spiritual treasures!

This scene left Zhen Yuanzi's heart shaken.

"As expected of a saint's lineage, the handiwork is indeed extraordinary!"

"Old friend Hong Yun's choice is indeed correct......"

Zhen Yuanzi sighed to himself in this way.

If it weren't for his determination to uphold his own path, he would likely have been unable to resist the urge and truly join the Western Buddhist sect.

Thinking this, Zhen Yuanzi also spoke up.

"Hehe, old friend, you now have several spiritual treasures at your side, your foundation is indeed extraordinary."

"In the future, there will be nothing left but to comprehend the Great Dao, in hopes of attaining the Dao and becoming a saint as soon as possible."

Upon hearing these words, Hong Yun's face involuntarily froze.

Nothing else!

Zhen Yuanzi's words truly hit the sore spot in his heart.

With a bitter expression, Hong Yun couldn't help but sigh:

"Alas, old friend, your words leave this poor Daoist with no recourse."

"No matter how I ponder the endless ages, the opportunity to attain the Dao still seems distant and unattainable."

"What then shall we do?!"

Hong Yun's words caused several people present to fall into contemplation.

They also wished for Hong Yun to swiftly improve, even to break through.

After a moment, Zhunti spoke in a low voice:

"Daoist Hong Yun, your own Great Dao is unclear."

"Perhaps only by relying on a vast amount of merit can one condense the position of a saint."

This is Zhunti's advice from experience.

Although that is so, Hong Yun's expression remained heavy.

"Merit to prove the Dao......"

"The amount of merit required is truly staggering."

"How then shall this poor Daoist obtain it?"

This is where the greatest problem lies.

Hong Yun also knew the method of proving the Dao through merit, but doing so demands a merit requirement that reaches an astonishing, shocking degree.

At that very moment, Chen Ku's eyes suddenly lit up.

"To obtain a vast amount of merit in one fell swoop is naturally somewhat impossible."

"However, accumulating little by little makes it quite possible."

As soon as he finished speaking, it instantly drew the gazes of several people present.

Has Chen Ku already formed an idea?

Indeed!

After a pause, Chen Ku continued:

"Nowadays, although the West has recovered considerably,"

"yet compared to the Eastern realms, it can still only be considered a barbaric land."

"The beings of this land still require edification......."

"Therefore, Daoist friend, why not spread the Dao to the beings of the West?"

Upon hearing this, not only Hong Yun, but even Zhen Yuanzi, Jieyin, Zhunti, and the others had their eyes suddenly brighten.