Primordial World: Big shots are all my friends-Chapter 393 - 348, Bai Jin Talks About the Buddha Position

Chapter 393: Chapter 348, Bai Jin Talks About the Buddha Position

In Yin Mountain, myriad aggrieved souls and fierce ghosts, some lying on rocks, some kneeling on the ground, others coiling in the air, all looked up at the palace atop the central peak, bathing in the Buddha Light, with the resentment in them slowly dissipating under the chanting of Sanskrit.

Bai Jin rode the rolling dark clouds to the top of Ksitigarbha Palace, the sound of Sanskrit chanting ceased instantaneously, and the thousands of aggrieved souls and fierce ghosts suddenly awakened, howling they transformed into streams of black smoke scattering into every corner of Yin Mountain, leaving it completely empty.

The doors of Ksitigarbha Palace thunderously swung open, Ksitigarbha, wearing the Vilu Crown and holding a Zen Stick, emerged from the Buddha Light, bowed his head and chanted: "Amitabha Buddha~ Disciple respectfully welcomes the Emperor of Netherworld Supervision!"

Bai Jin descended in front of Ksitigarbha Palace, and smilingly said: "Ksitigarbha, long time no see, how have you been?"

"Reporting to the Emperor, there are no worries in the Underworld, all is well!"

Bai Jin stepped forward, patted Ksitigarbha on the shoulder warmly and said: "Should you encounter any issues in the Underworld, come directly to me. Since you have called me teacher, I cannot allow others to bully you."

Ksitigarbha calmly replied: "Thank you, Emperor! Other than the a bit fierce Ming He Sect Master nearby, everything is fine!"

Ming He Sect Master? Haha~ Bai Jin chuckled, and changing the topic, he said: "Ksitigarbha, won’t you invite me in for a sit?"

Ksitigarbha hesitated a moment, then stepped aside, gesturing with his hand and said: "Emperor, please come inside!"

Bai Jin walked towards the interior of the hall. Inside the hall, a Thousand-leaf Treasure Lotus sat at the main seat, with Lotus Platforms beneath it.

Bai Jin floated up and casually settled down on a Lotus Platform.

Ksitigarbha sat down on a Lotus Platform opposite Bai Jin.

Bai Jin said leisurely: "Ksitigarbha, in the Sealing God Battle, my Jie Sect lost, and your Western Sect took over Jie Sect’s Destiny, it is bound to thrive."

Ksitigarbha brought his palms together, calmly saying: "Emperor, please restrain your grief! Victory and defeat are common in Primordial World." His manner very respectful, yet a subtle distance could be perceived.

It wasn’t surprising, after the Divine Enthronement Battle, the Mysterious Sect and Buddhism had completely torn apart their facades, Ksitigarbha had to maintain distance now to avoid future karmic entanglements.

As if oblivious to Ksitigarbha’s demeanor, Bai Jin reflected: "Splendid blooms inevitably face falling leaves, yet fallen petals aren’t heartless things, they turn into spring mud, which protects flowers. That Buddhism flourishes, I too feel happiness for you all."

Ksitigarbha couldn’t help asking: "Senior Brother, do you truly think so?"

Bai Jin nodded seriously: "Indeed, not a half-truth!"

"But Buddhism has already departed from the Mysterious Sect."

Bai Jin showed a sincere smile and earnestly said: "Be it Buddhism or Mysterious Sect, both are great teachings of Primordial World. Although divided into two branches, they are all part of the Primordial unity.

We need to let go of the narrow notions of belonging to just one sect or one teaching and start from the grand perspective, from the entirety of Primordial, adhering to four principles ’beneficial for’, to develop Primordial, to benefit all beings. This is the concept of my Mysterious Sect, and also of Buddhism, there’s no difference."

Ksitigarbha curiously asked: "Emperor, what are the four beneficial principles?"

"The so-called four beneficial principles are to advocate reforms that benefit the increase of Primordial strength, to advance reforms that promote fairness, justice, and harmony in Primordial, to enhance reforms that intensify the feeling of happiness and pride among Primordial beings, and to encourage reforms that stimulate the initiative of Primordial beings.

Look at it now, although Jie Sect’s era has ended, its impact is profound. Ten thousand immortals have come forth, continuing the Daoist heritage, sowing seeds of prosperity and thriving for Primordial.

Furthermore, as Buddhism flourishes, it will bring a fresh direction to Primordial, planting new seeds, and ’a single flower does not mark the spring, a hundred flowers blooming makes the garden full for spring.’

Different Daoist lineages come to the forefront, leading trends, that’s how best to guide Primordial to grow stronger! Whether it’s Buddhism or Jie Sect, what difference does it make?

Ksitigarbha, don’t you think that makes sense?"

Ksitigarbha spoke with utmost admiration, "The Great Emperor’s heart is as vast as the Primordial Heaven and Earth, capable of encompassing everything. Ksitigarbha bows in admiration!"

Bai Jin chuckled and said, "Ksitigarbha, Buddhism will surely become the foremost Great Sect in the Primordial World. You must lead well and not let Buddhism follow in the path of the Jie Sect."

Ksitigarbha, taken aback, asked, "Great Emperor, what do you mean by that?"

Bai Jin replied with a puzzled expression, "Do you not know? The Saint has left the Primordial World."

"I am naturally aware of that," he responded.

"As the Saint has left the Primordial World and cannot enter or leave during the Calamity, he naturally cannot continue to lead the Great Sect. The Daoist succession of the Human Sect will be led by Great Master Xuan Du, and the Chan Sect will be led by Guang Chengzi, while the Daoist succession of Buddhism will also undoubtedly be passed down. You are without a doubt the most suitable."

Ksitigarbha’s expression stirred, the Buddhist Daoist succession is to be handed down? Am I the most suitable? He hurriedly asked, "Please enlighten me further, teacher!"

"Just listen as your teacher analyzes this for you."

Ksitigarbha nodded eagerly, looking forward to Bai Jin’s explanation with anticipation.

Bai Jin analyzed, "The succession of the Buddhist Daoist lineage will surely arise among you disciples of the Saint. It certainly won’t ignore your contributions and let an outsider inherit the lineage."

Ksitigarbha subconsciously nodded, strongly agreeing with Bai Jin’s words.

Bai Jin continued, "Among the disciples of the Saint, only a few are truly exceptional, including you, Pharmacist, Lu Ya, Mahasthamaprapta, and Mile."

Ksitigarbha continued nodding, his thoughts deepening.

"In terms of inheriting the lineage, we first look at the order of discipleship. If my Jie Sect had not been destroyed, the Jie Sect’s Destiny would have been inherited by Senior Brother Duobao, this is the succession of lineage.

From this perspective, Mile and Lu Ya are eliminated, as their time of discipleship is relatively short and are younger juniors."

Ksitigarbha nodded and said, "Senior Brother speaks the truth!"

"Next we look at cultivation, which equates to evaluating merit. You, presiding over the Underworld, have transformed countless Yin Souls and Fierce Ghosts, bestowed with immense merit and virtue. Who in Buddhism, except for the two Saints, dares to compare with you?"

Ksitigarbha could not help but smile modestly, "It’s just minor merit, hardly worth mentioning! Actually, Pharmacist and Mahasthamaprapta also have some merit, though still a bit less than mine."

"Then the second criterion is loyalty. You, Pharmacist, and Mahasthamaprapta all possess profound loyalty, none surpassing the others.

As for Lu Ya, being the Devil Race Crown Prince, his status is somewhat unclear. If he became the leader of Buddhism, would it not turn into the Demon Sect? Hence, Lu Ya is once again excluded.

And Mile, though I do not know his loyalty, his rotund figure and constant silly laughing do not suit the role of leader of Buddhism."

Ksitigarbha could not help but mention, "It is rumored that Mile’s loyalty is the sunflower, smiling towards the sun."

"That’s even worse, if he becomes the leader, wouldn’t all of your Buddhist Disciples end up foolishly smiling at the sun!"

"Teacher’s words are very true, I also think he is unsuitable."

"Now let’s consider cultivation!"

"Teacher, our cultivation levels are quite comparable."

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