Yellow Court Daoist-Chapter 826 - 743: The Marshal Possesses the Supreme Skill, Secretly Replaces the Sun and Moon for a New Sky!

This side.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha called for a retreat, planning to battle again on another day.

All the monks and generals gathered in the tent.

Each and everyone wore a worried expression.

The Budai Arhat's joyful smile had vanished, and he spoke with a frown, "The Five-Colored Divine Light of Tianpeng is formidable. It may not compare to the Peacock Great Bright King yet, but it's more than enough to deal with us."

Most of his divine skills resided in the 'Qiankun Treasure Bag' on his shoulder.

Facing Lu Qingfeng, he dared not easily release it for fear of it being seized. His strength was greatly limited, truly frustrating. He wished to leave, but found himself unable to articulate it.

The face of the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was not pleasant.

Speaking of the 'Five-Colored Divine Light.'

Among those present, the treasures were unharmed, except for him, who was on the sidelines and suffered greatly, losing two supreme treasures, which was a huge loss.

With anger in his heart, he also resented Budai Arhat and others--

Had they not been incompetent in teaming up against Tianpeng, he wouldn't have lost the Linglong Treasure Tower and the Demon Mirror.

At this moment.

He didn't know if there was any hope of retrieving them.

Inside, he felt both rage and frustration, slightly dejected, extremely uncomfortable.

Nevertheless, Lingji Bodhisattva and the Sitting Arhat were more composed.

The latter pondered, "The Five-Colored Divine Light is undeniably powerful. Aside from suppressing it with force, there's no other way. But Tianpeng himself is a Qingjing Method Bamboo transformed. If we can find a method to counter his true form, we might break that Five-Colored Divine Light!"

"Makes sense!"

Both the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha and Budai Arhat lightened up upon hearing this.

They had indeed been stuck in a dilemma.

The Five-Colored Divine Light is among the top Supreme Divine Powers in the Primordial, and unless we find a supreme treasure outside the Five Elements, it's hard to counter.

In the past Divine Enthronement Battle.

Kong Xuan was invincible with the Five-Colored Divine Light, only subdued when the Western Sect Master personally took action.

This was evident.

But Kong Xuan himself was a top Great Power in the Primordial, with high Dao ability and mana, and with the Five-Colored Divine Light, it was even more powerful, hence hard to deal with.

Currently, Tianpeng Marshal was not as formidable.

If we can find a method to counter his true form, it might be possible to take him down.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha's heart rekindled with hope and asked eagerly, "What method can possibly counter the Qingjing Method Bamboo?"

The Sitting Arhat thought for a long while, then mentioned an item, "I've heard that when the Primordial first opened, a spirit root, 'Bitter Bamboo', grew. At the same time, the first 'Bamboo Rat' emerged in the world, feeding on the Bitter Bamboo branches and leaves. Later, Bitter Bamboo was taken by Zhunti Sect Master, refined into 'Six Roots Purification Bamboo', which is also the source of the Qingjing Method Bamboo Forest growing on Black Wind Mountain, where Tianpeng comes from. If we can find this Bamboo Rat, it might counter Tianpeng."

"Bamboo Rat?"

"It can consume Bitter Bamboo?!"

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was thrilled and immediately asked, "Where is this 'Bamboo Rat' now?"

The Sitting Arhat thought and hesitated, "It should be with the Venerable Maitreya Buddha. After the Sect Master took Bitter Bamboo, the Bamboo Rat followed him. Later, it was seen by the Venerable Buddha and requested from the Sect Master."

"East Buddha Ancestor."

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha, hearing this, was even happier. He said to the Sitting Arhat, "One shouldn't trouble two masters with the same matter. Could the Venerable go and borrow the Bamboo Rat?"

"I have this intent."

The Sitting Arhat agreed and was about to leave.

At this time.

Lingji Bodhisattva, who had been silent, spoke, "This Bamboo Rat I know as well, it gained enlightenment under Venerable Maitreya Buddha, became a Golden Immortal, with the Dharma name 'Qing Ye'. Though it hasn't achieved the Arhat Fruit Position, it is a Vajra Protector. But it is always timid and cautious, with weak Dao ability and mana. Pinning all hope on Qing Ye Protector is not very reliable."

The Sitting Arhat paused upon hearing this and turned to look at Lingji Bodhisattva.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was stirred, asking, "May I ask if the Bodhisattva has a wonderful method?"

Lingji Bodhisattva smiled and nodded, "In the days of the Human Emperor's great battle, the Demon Lord Chiyou had a divine beast called 'Iron-Eating Beast', which was extremely fierce. It could slay dragons and hunt phoenixes, feeding on dragon liver and phoenix gall, and particularly liked green bamboo. If we manage to invite this beast, we could certainly take down Tianpeng!"

"Chiyou."

"Iron-Eating Beast?"

Upon hearing this, the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was also delighted.

The Bamboo Rat, as Qing Ye Protector, is timid and of little use.

But the Iron-Eating Beast is fiercely exceptional, not one to be trifled with. Also, as the nemesis of green bamboo, it's perfectly suitable.

"Where might the Iron-Eating Beast be now?"

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha asked.

Lingji Bodhisattva, knowledgeable in the secrets of the Three Realms, answered calmly, "When Chiyou was defeated, his mount 'Iron-Eating Beast' was captured by the Xuanyuan Saint in Fire Cloud Cave and gifted to the mentor Guang Chengzi Immortal Master of Nine Immortals Mountain Peach Blossom Cave. Later, it was given by Guang Chengzi Immortal Master to his junior brother Ci Hang Daoist."

At this point.

Lingji Bodhisattva paused.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was not surprised, suddenly realizing, "The 'Iron-Eating Beast' is now at South Sea Putuo Mountain?"

During the Divine Enthronement Battle.

Ci Hang Daoist, along with Ju Liusun and fellow disciples, followed the deputy Sect Hierarch Randeng Daoist into the Buddhist Sect, and was titled 'Namo Guanyin Bodhisattva,' with a Daoist field at South Sea Putuo Mountain.

"Exactly."

"The Iron-Eating Beast was brought by Guanyin Bodhisattva to Mount Putuo, appointed as the guardian deity beneath the Bodhisattva, residing in the Purple Bamboo Forest."

Lingji Bodhisattva nodded in affirmation.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha contemplated briefly, then immediately wrote a letter, handing it to Lingji Bodhisattva, "I, Li, am stationed at Tianhe, commanding Buddha Soldiers, and cannot leave. I implore the Bodhisattva to visit South Sea."

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was originally a disciple of True Man Du E at West Kunlun Nine Tripods Tiecha Mountain Eight Treasures Cloud Light Cave, later converted to Randeng Ancient Buddha, becoming a disciple.

He shared some affinity with South Sea Guanyin.

"With the Heavenly King's letter, it will surely be no obstacle."

Lingji Bodhisattva replied.

Thus.

Both departed with their own tasks.

...

Leaving Tianhe aside for now.

This side.

Lingji Bodhisattva and Sitting Arhat exited Tianhe and each went south separately.

They hadn't traveled far.

When a tunneling light rushed from behind, someone called, "Bodhisattva, slow down."

Lingji Bodhisattva immediately stopped his steps, turned around, and asked in confusion, "Has something happened in Tianhe, Venerable?"

The person landed.

It was none other than Budai Arhat.

The Venerable shook his head and said, "There is nothing wrong with Tianhe. It's just that the Heavenly King thought that the Linglong Treasure Tower and the Demon Mirror were in the hands of Tianpeng, so asking for the Iron-Eating Beast was futile. Thus, after some thought, he decided to send this humble monk and the Bodhisattva to Mount Puduo to borrow the Guanyin Bodhisattva's treasure, the 'Qingjing Colored Glaze Bottle'."

"I see."

Lingji Bodhisattva heard this and had no doubts. Immediately, the two of them proceeded together, continuing toward the South Sea.

...

About half a day later. 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮

Lingji Bodhisattva and the Sitting Arhat returned one after the other.

Beside the former was a Daoist wearing a Taiji Daoist robe, his face full of hostility, looking quite unfriendly.

Behind the latter followed an armored General, with a smile on his face, appearing rather amiable, but upon closer inspection, his eyes flickered, seeming somewhat resistant, somewhat displeased, somewhat fearful.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha and the Budai Arhat came forward to greet them.

Lingji Bodhisattva first introduced, "This is the Great God of Mount Putuo, the 'Taiji Daoist'."

The Sitting Arhat also introduced, "This is the 'Qingye Protector' under the Maitreya Venerable of the Buddhist Sect."

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha was overjoyed.

Hurriedly ushered the two into the tent.

Each took their seat.

After exchanging pleasantries.

Lingji Bodhisattva said to the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha, "The Heavenly King might not know, this humble monk's visit to Mount Putuo was not just to invite the Taiji Daoist Brother alone."

"Oh?"

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha heard this, looked around, and asked in confusion, "Since there are other Fellow Daoists, why not invite them to meet?"

"Ha ha!"

Seeing this, Lingji Bodhisattva laughed aloud and looked at the Taiji Daoist, saying loudly, "Daoist Brother, why not show the treasure and let the Heavenly King and the two Venerables have a look?"

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha, the Sitting Arhat, and the Budai Arhat listened in confusion.

A moment later, the Taiji Daoist spread his palm, revealing a Jade Purifying Bottle in his hand. Inside, there was clear dew, containing a willow twig.

The three saw and all stared wide-eyed, "Could this be—"

"Indeed!"

"It is the Bodhisattva's Supreme Treasure—Qingjing Colored Glaze Bottle."

The Taiji Daoist's face was fierce, with a proud demeanor.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha didn't mind at all.

This Taiji Daoist was an Iron-Eating Beast who obtained Dao, once the steed of Chiyou, having some hostility and arrogance was nothing unusual.

He stared at the treasure bottle in the Taiji Daoist's hand, delighted, "I did not expect that the Bodhisattva bestowed the Supreme Treasure!"

The Budai Arhat was also astonished.

Lingji Bodhisattva smiled and said, "This 'Qingjing Colored Glaze Bottle' is extraordinarily powerful. Once released, Tianpeng would definitely not be able to hide and would be drawn in instantly, unable to move. Why don't the three of you first test the power of this treasure, it would aid in making plans."

The Bodhisattva suggested.

The Sitting Arhat immediately responded, "That's exactly what I was thinking. If this treasure is truly formidable, then with Taiji Daoist Brother and Qingye Daoist Brother going forward to entangle, and we unleashing this treasure, we can surely capture Tianpeng."

They stood up accordingly.

Preparing to test the power of the 'Qingjing Colored Glaze Bottle.'

Although the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha and Budai Arhat had no such intention, seeing Lingji's suggestion and the eagerness of the Sitting Arhat, they could not bear to dampen the enthusiasm.

"Very well."

"Then let us see."

Thus, they stood together in the tent.

Everyone set in position, ordering the generals in the tent to withdraw.

The Taiji Daoist moved to the center, turned the bottle's base upwards, its mouth facing down. From the bottle emerged a stream of black gas, with a sound, directed at the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha, the Sitting Arhat, and the Budai Arhat.

The three knew of the treasure bottle's power.

Being touched by this black gas would immediately draw them into the bottle, their life and death not up to themselves.

Sure enough.

The black gas approached, an absorbing force fell upon them. Almost unable to stand steadily, about to be drawn in.

Yet by circulating their Mana, they were barely able to resist.

This power seemed inconsistent with the rumored power of the 'Qingjing Colored Glaze Bottle'.

As doubts arose in the hearts of the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha and Budai Arhat, suddenly they felt a tremendous force from behind, striking their backs with shattering pain. Initially able to control their stature, at this moment, they stumbled and toppled over.

"Senior Brother?"

"Venerable?"

The two were bewildered, glimpsing with peripheral sight at the one who struck, which was the 'Sitting Arhat' standing between them. Momentarily perplexed, they couldn't comprehend. But no time for detailed thinking, they focused ahead, only to see the jade bottle levitating in the air, somehow transformed into a thirty-three-story-high Golden Pagoda.

This Golden Pagoda seemed most familiar to the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha—

"Linglong Pagoda?!"

In that instant.

They were frightened out of their wits.

The Budai Arhat also sensed something awry.

Unfortunately.

With an unfathomable advantage.

It was too late.

The bottle transformed, the Pagoda manifested, immediately enveloping the staggering Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha and Budai Arhat, swallowing them without a trace.

"Heh heh!"

"The Linglong Pagoda is indeed useful."

The 'Sitting Arhat' who had struck, smirked slightly, reaching out, the Linglong Pagoda fell into his hand. Surveying inside the tower, there were two monks sitting cross-legged, chanting Buddhist sutras, resisting the burning fierce fire.

Additionally, the Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha and Budai Arhat tumbled inside.

Burned in havoc.

Upon seeing the two seated monks, they were shocked even more.

The Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha roared, "Tricked by scoundrels!"

Filled with regret and grief.

Outside.

The 'Sitting Arhat' grinned broadly, put away the pagoda, reached and rubbed his smooth, shining head, then shook it thrice, remarkably dropping two hairs.

Falling mid-air.

Transformed into two figures.

One donned a treasure armor, the other a kasaya, unmistakably the 'Pagoda-Bearing King Buddha' and the 'Budai Arhat'.

The 'Sitting Arhat', 'Lingji Bodhisattva', 'Taiji Daoist', 'Qingye Protector' and these two exchanged glances, all smiled, each tidied their appearance and demeanor, striding out of the barracks.