Cultivation: Being Immortal Chapter 811

Blue Star, Western Qiyun

Ascending the peak of a hill, Chengzang spotted a faraway village below. Those homes brought back memories of mortal villages from Lingjing Star for Chengzang, though their architectural styles differed greatly.

Concealing his aura, Chengzang swiftly entered one of the villages. Few young adults lived there; it was filled mostly with elders and kids.

Staying hidden, Chengzang secretly watched their everyday routines, noting their clothes, meals, and speech.

Within just one week, Chengzang had largely grasped Qiyun's language. He slipped into homes to access electronic gadgets and scour data.

The sheer volume of data stunned Chengzang, filling him with awe.

"Is the realm of technology truly this terrifying?"

Chengzang was astonished by countless specifics. Take the villagers' mortals here—their vitality and vigor far surpassed those on Lingjing Star, with living standards immensely better.

Seeing locals enjoy meat at every meal left Chengzang utterly shocked, since in his recollections, even Lingjing Star's landlords couldn't dine on meat daily.

Yet here, with such prosperity among the people, how many would genuinely embrace Buddhist doctrines?

Beyond physical comforts lies the soul; on Lingjing Star, scarce few mortals could read, their inner worlds barren, information sources sealed, leaving them deeply uninformed. Thus, it was effortless to draw them in—heal ailments, fix petty issues, or dazzle with minor feats, winning their fervent loyalty.

But this world stands apart; even in remote mountains, knowledge of the outer realm flows freely. Overflowing with mental diversions, securing their allegiance proves far tougher.

Monk Chengzang transformed in an instant. Employing hidden arts, he grew out his hair and swapped attire, blending seamlessly with Qingyun's folk.

Leveraging his abilities, he swiftly obtained a fresh identity, departed the rural hamlet, and stepped into a metropolis. Its vibe clashed wildly with the village, plunging Chengzang into a sense of stepping into a whole new realm.

Chengzang possessed unique ways to collect intel. He dove deep into Blue Star society, adopting fully the guise of a local to absorb and savor this reality.

After two to three months blending in, Chengzang mastered everyday folks' abilities. He owned his own timepiece and held down employment.

He picked up internet browsing too, delving into average people's existences and mindsets here. Yet the deeper Chengzang delved into Blue Star, the more impossible spreading the faith seemed.

"Promoting Buddhism on Blue Star is exceedingly tough."

Chengzang let out a sigh one day. In a domain brimming with material wealth, where doctrines endure solidly, propagating the teachings grows incredibly arduous.

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Chen Jinfa shouldered once more the vital mission to probe Buddhist cultivators. As trusted aide to Qiu Weidao, his recent years had been prosperous, advancing to Soul Changing Stage. Lacking the flair of elite prodigies, his steady gains remained an exceptional feat.

"Old Chen, any updates yet?"

That day, Qiu Weidao visited Chen Jinfa. Months passed without leads, stirring his impatience.

"Lord Qiu, this Buddhist cultivation method is a Tao Achieving technique. Concealment comes naturally. We're merely conducting preliminary probes now. Pinpointing him likely requires his own emergence."

Chen Jinfa explained he'd stayed busy these months, directing a squad to scrutinize Blue Star's faiths, even fringe ones, dissecting doctrines—yet no ties to Buddhist cultivation surfaced.

"I get it, but this is crucial. Ancestor Lin inquired twice already. Without progress, whispers will spread."

"Lord Qiu, pressure weighs on you, I know, but this foe is genuinely formidable…"

"Old Chen, trust in your capabilities. You cracked that thorny case before…"

"Ahem, my lord, that matter's settled."

"Yes, yes, it’s finalized. Drop that case from discussion. Anyway, build up your confidence. The Buddhist cultivation issue has every higher-up watching closely. Use resources without restraint. Make me proud. Your talent’s nearly maxed out, I know. When the moment arrives, I’ll help you shatter into the Void Achieving Stage."

Qiu Weidao swiftly crafted his own scheme. Chen Jinfa’s talent in cultivation remains rather mediocre. He surged ahead fast at first only through forbidden arts. Afterward, abundant supplies allowed steady gains, yet years have passed with no further advances.

Qiu Weidao was aware Chen Jinfa had piled up contributions lately, aiming to forge a supreme elixir for his breakthrough. Should he excel greatly this round, Qiu Weidao would gladly lend a hand.

"Gratitude, my lord. Regardless of motives, I won’t disappoint you. Over the years, you’ve backed us subordinates, and I grasp the gravity."

Chen Jinfa responded calmly. Qiu Weidao had indeed favored him greatly. Without Qiu Weidao’s aid, death would have claimed him ages ago, and his current lofty rank would be impossible.

Qiu Weidao refrained from further words. He’d motivated them sufficiently; excess would turn awkward.

Once Qiu Weidao departed, Chen Jinfa assembled his team for a meeting. He declared, "Lord Qiu pressed us once more today. This case’s weight is obvious, so no need for lengthy talks."

"I stress one thing: like myself, none here have ties in the police force. Our positions came purely from ability. Without solid ground, departure looms."

"If staying is the goal, crack this case swiftly and excel spectacularly…"

"Master Chen, your points are clear to us all. For rapid leads, I propose we fish."

"Fishing how?"

"Haven’t they supplied Buddhist cultivation docs? Request extras from superiors, then we propagate Buddhist doctrines ourselves."

"Bold idea; elaborate."

"That Buddhist cultivator hails from beyond. Intel shows just one so far. If Blue Star offers rival Buddhist cultivation lore, he’d surely grow intrigued. Curiosity hooked, he’ll bite for certain."

"And if no bite? We can’t bear that blame."

"Simple fix. We stage our own show, gradually compelling his emergence. Blue Star teems with cults. Start by disseminating Buddhism. No show? Smear Buddhist cultivation’s image, paint it vile here. Still absent? No loss for us. When they push their path later, that tainted past hinders them. It’s a sharp caution to Blue Star folk."

As he heard this, Chen Jinfa’s gaze sparkled brighter, while fellow experts hung on the daring notion.

"Brilliant scheme, Master Chen! This way, failure’s impossible."

"We could strike their faith too. So loyal to the Buddhist Master, right? Defile that name—watch if he emerges. No? Faith’s shallow. Yes? He’s doomed…"

"Master Chen, proceed thus. No superior alternative exists now."

"I’ll seek Lord Qiu’s nod. Approval seems likely."

All nodded assent, Chen Jinfa deeming the ploy ingenious. Treat this not as mere casework; demand versatile tactics.

"Got it. Draft a full plan, I’ll pitch to Lord Qiu. Approval granted, we launch. Trust the brass—they’re sharp, adaptable. They’ll weigh it fairly."

Chen Jinfa inclined his head. Uncertain of superiors’ stance, he backed it fully, seeing zero downside.