Cultivation: Being Immortal Chapter 835

In the Blue Star Xia calendar, it has been 7,900 years. In an unknown Star Domain, reinforcements dispatched by the Buddhist gates have made their arrival. Bodhisattva Kongyan, after withdrawing the majority of the main forces from Lingjing Star, leaving only a small contingent behind, has now returned over a century later. With a million troops at his command and numerous talented individuals emerging from the Buddhist gates, all Buddhist cultivators at or above the Diamond level have converged upon Lingjing Star.

"Master, Elder Kong Xiang’s true self has arrived," one of Kong Yan’s disciples announced humbly, presenting a Buddha statue. Elder Kong Xiang’s true essence resided within this sacred effigy.

The ascension of Kong Xiang to Buddhahood was shrouded in mystery. Ultimately, Kong Xiang elected to leave his true self behind, reshaping his form to journey to Ling Star. Consequently, Kong Xiang’s true essence solidified as one of the most formidable foundations on Lingjing Star.

"Senior Brother Kong Yan, now that the Buddha bones are present and the troops have assembled, why do we not immediately return to Blue Star to exact revenge for past grievances? Our Lingjing Star Buddhist gates have never endured such a devastating defeat."

"Indeed, Brother. It is high time we resumed hostilities."

"Amitabha, everyone. My senior brothers speak wisely; we shall indeed wage war. However, our target this time is not Blue Star, but a world known as Jiang Star."

"Jiang Star?"

The name Jiang Star elicited considerable surprise amongst the gathered individuals. It was an unfamiliar name, and its meaning eluded many.

"Senior Brother Kong Yan, but is not Blue Star the very planet inhabited by humans?"

"Correct. Puxiangarhat once declared that Jiang Star is an uninhabited planet meticulously shaped by the humans of Blue Star. It now stands as an entirely separate world, teeming with millions of humans and abundant resources. Its significance to Blue Star is paramount. Should we seize Jiang Star, we can cripple Blue Star."

Bodhisattva Kongyan elucidated, revealing his extensive knowledge of Jiang Star and its critical importance to Blue Star, as well as its strategic value for Lingjing Star.

By capturing Jiang Star, the Buddhist sect could leverage it as a crucial stepping stone for relentless advancement toward Blue Star. Even if a direct conquest of Blue Star proved unfeasible in a single offensive, they could maintain perpetual harassment, ultimately leading to Blue Star's downfall.

Bodhisattva Kongyan patiently detailed the intricacies of Jiang Star to the assembly. Upon hearing his explanation, their eyes gleamed with anticipation, their minds busily calculating the potential for mass immigration should Jiang Star fall into their hands. The population of Lingjing Star had reached its absolute limit, and its productivity was at its zenith. If they could annex Jiang Star, wouldn't it translate to acquiring tens of billions of followers with minimal exertion?

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Jiang Star

Jiang Star boasted three Space Fleets. One of these fleets was strategically positioned on a desolate planet in proximity to Jiang Star, approximately ten million kilometers away.

The remaining two fleets were stationed near Jiang Star itself, actively engaged in the construction of an immense space station in orbit—a structure far surpassing the scale of Blue Star’s own space station. One of these two fleets maintained a steadfast rearward position, while the other conducted regular patrols, thereby establishing the comprehensive defensive network for Jiang Star.

One fateful day, within a specific sector of the Jiang Star Star Domain, a dazzling luminescence manifested. The probes deployed by Jiang Star immediately detected this anomaly. The cultivator on duty promptly sounded the general alarm.

"They have truly arrived!"

Ye Chen's voice erupted in sudden realization. The energetic signature of the Stargate's activation had already been meticulously recorded by the computer systems, facilitating an immediate identification of the energy source as originating from the Stargate Secret Technique of the Buddha Sect.

In the ensuing moment, with a mere gesture, thousands of individuals materialized around Ye Chen. Among them were the formidable Demon Emperor from the demon race, alongside cultivators from the human race who had achieved the Soul Changing and Void Achieving stages.

During the previous operation, Lin Jiang and his companions had successfully opened the Stargate from Blue Star to Jiang Star. The primary objective had been to ascertain the requisite number of skilled personnel for such a vast inter-dimensional transit. Following this, Lin Jiang had discreetly bestowed upon him a specialized storage artifact.

"Martial Uncle Ye Chen."

"The Buddhist cultivators are approaching. All of you, prepare for battle. However, remember not to engage first. Jiang Star possesses numerous automated combat units. Wait until Ancestor Lin and the others arrive before engaging."

Ye Chen commanded, then snapped his fingers, bringing forth eighty formidable Gundams. Coupled with the twenty already in Jiang Star's possession, the total combat readiness reached one hundred units.

Concurrently, the entire Jiang Star was engulfed by the blaring alarm systems. All cities and towns across Jiang Star initiated an orderly mobilization. Wrist-mounted communication devices on every inhabitant pulsed with urgent messages. All individuals above the Nascent Soul stage, with the exception of essential technical personnel, were directed to immediate combat readiness. The remainder were instructed to proceed to the vast underground shelters strategically located throughout the planet, facilities more than adequate to accommodate the entire population of Jiang Star.

Meanwhile, a multitude of robots materialized across Jiang Star. Battle robots marched towards the frontlines, while others remained concealed within various activated defense formations.

Blue Star, Huaxia

The instant the alarm blared on Jiang Star, an identical alert sounded simultaneously on Blue Star. All cultivators of the Nascent Soul stage and above converged upon Huaxia, their skies illuminated by streaks of light and swarms of flying vehicles.

The demon race and the inhabitants of Ying Continent descended in successive waves via teleportation arrays.

"Ancestor Lin, has the Buddhist cultivator arrived?"

"Ancestor Lin, where is the Buddhist cultivator?"

"The Buddhist cultivator has indeed arrived. The battlefield is not Blue Star, but Jiang Star. Everyone, follow me to activate the Stargate."

"Wait a moment, Ancestor Lin, how could the Buddhist cultivator possibly go to Jiang Star?"

The Demon Queen and the others exchanged bewildered glances, failing to comprehend. It was anticipated that the Buddhist cultivator would return, but their destination to Jiang Star was entirely unexpected. How could the Buddhist cultivator possibly ascertain Jiang Star's existence and pinpoint its location so precisely?

"Liang Long, please provide the explanation. I shall proceed with organizing the assembled forces."

Lin Jiang declared that the sheer volume of cultivators at the Nascent Soul stage and above, hailing from numerous distinct factions, rendered the situation chaotic. He deemed it imperative to structure the deployment.

"Esteemed seniors, I humbly request a moment to elaborate on the recent developments..."

Liang Long offered a concise account, revealing that the Buddha Seed had materialized only recently, and he had initially fallen into its grasp. However, Liang Long confessed to intentionally orchestrating a larger scheme.

Recalling the devastating impact of the preceding conflict on Blue Star, particularly the severe damage inflicted upon its industrial capabilities, Liang Long recognized the critical importance of diverting the ravages of war away from their home planet.

Consequently, Liang Long deliberately left behind the Buddha Seed and engaged in a strategic deception. The Buddha Seed harbored an unyielding desire to guide Liang Long, while Liang Long, in turn, aimed to mislead it through calculated maneuvers.

Liang Long had maintained covert contact with Lin Jiang for an extended period. The Buddha Seed, lacking any understanding of advanced technology and unaware of sophisticated high-level encryption methods, was completely oblivious. Daily, while Liang Long ostensibly worked at the Spiritual Energy Research Institute, he was surreptitiously communicating with Cao Wang, who subsequently kept Lin Jiang apprised of the situation.

Their clandestine communications proceeded flawlessly, directly under the nose of the Buddha Seed, who remained utterly unaware that during Lin Jiang's previous activation of the Stargate to Jiang Star, a considerable contingent of combat forces had also been transported.

Upon hearing Liang Long's narrative, comprehension dawned upon everyone present. They were profoundly moved by the immense resources possessed by the Huaxia people. Liang Long's renowned status was well-known—a preeminent scientist whose contributions to Huaxia's revolutionary technology were extensively documented in educational texts. Now, he had also attained the level of a master in the Dao, ensuring a perpetual lineage of capable leaders for millennia to come. A sense of deep admiration washed over the crowd.

"Activate the Stargate immediately."

Lin Jiang swiftly finalized the team's formation and, in collaboration with Cao Ying and the Demon Queen, initiated the Stargate's opening sequence. The requisite number of participants had already been confirmed, and all stepped forward with unwavering resolve.

"Enter!"

Lin Jiang bellowed, and the Huaxia contingent surged forward first. The initial wave of participants, numbering in the dozens, each carried substantial storage devices laden with a vast array of robots and armaments, including missiles, poised to surprise the Buddhist cultivators encroaching upon Jiang Star.

At this juncture, additional cultivators continued to arrive from distant locales. Lin Jiang, unperturbed, directed them to proceed directly through the Stargate.

"Lin Ying, you shall remain behind."

"Brother, I have achieved the Dao."

"I am aware of your attainment. Blue Star entrusts you with a crucial mission. Your responsibilities are indeed greater."

Lin Jiang's decision stemmed from a place of paternal favoritism towards Lin Ying. Among the numerous cultivators who had reached the Dao, Lin Ying's strength was merely average. Her inclusion in the expedition would not significantly alter the outcome. This particular campaign would still heavily rely on scientific weaponry, and an additional Dao Achiever would offer limited tactical advantage. It was deemed more prudent to assign Lin Ying the oversight role on Blue Star.

Soon, the entire company had passed through the Stargate. At this precise moment, the two formidable Space Fleets tasked with Blue Star's defense materialized. Lin Jiang promptly expanded the Stargate's aperture, facilitating the entry of Blue Star's Space Fleet.

"Let us proceed."

Finally, Lin Jiang and the other Gate openers stepped through, and the Stargate on Blue Star promptly sealed shut.

Upon their arrival at Jiang Star, Lin Jiang sensed a potent surge of spiritual energy. Before their complete descent, Jiang Star's Space Fleet had already become embroiled in a fierce engagement with the approaching Buddhist cultivators. Lin Jiang produced a substantial quantity of elixirs, distributing them amongst his companions. It was imperative they replenish their spiritual Qi reserves, preparing for the impending conflict before the Stargate was re-established.