I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors? Chapter 581 The Bodhi Tree Generates Buddha Nature

Chapter 581: The Bodhi Tree Awakens Its Buddha Nature

"You have achieved Great Perfection in more than a single True Meaning, haven't you?"

Chu Feng posed the question in a relaxed manner.

"Master indeed has a sharp gaze."

Shi Xuan bowed and replied, "This disciple has reached Great Perfection in both the Destiny True Meaning and the Great Desolate Sword Intent."

Gently waving his feather fan, Chu Feng remarked, "This is precisely why the Great Dao Truth eludes you; you are uncertain about which path to tread next.

As the proverb goes: though there are three thousand Daos, they all eventually converge at the same source.

Possessing two True Meanings at Great Perfection proves your remarkable talent, yet it also exposes a flaw. Your heart lacks a singular, firm conviction. By striving to grasp both, you risk ending up with nothing at all."

"Does Master mean that I must choose only one to comprehend?"

Shi Xuan inquired, his expression filled with curiosity.

"That would be a lesser path."

Chu Feng stood up to elaborate, "Do you recall your first days at Miaomiao Mountain? Several of your fellow disciples were practicing a technique called Tai Chi."

"I have some memory of it. Whether performed as a fist technique or with a sword, that Tai Chi was incredibly profound. I considered learning it myself back then, but since Master later granted me the Nine Secrets, I did not pursue it."

Shi Xuan was puzzled as to why his Master brought this up, sensing there must be something extraordinary about it. He then asked, "Does Master mean this technique can help me grasp two Great Dao Truths simultaneously?"

"No."

Chu Feng clarified, "This technique does more than just help a Cultivator harmonize with the Heavenly Dao and nature; it allows two distinct True Meanings to fuse into one."

Hiss...

Upon hearing this, Shi Xuan could not help but gasp.

"Master truly is the greatest Great Saint of this era to be able to create such a technique."

Chu Feng chuckled and said, "You brat, stop with the flattery. I did not create this technique myself. I witnessed an old Daoist practicing it when I was younger, and I gained some insights after observing him."

Shi Xuan did not pry into the identity of the old Daoist and said with deep respect, "I beg Master to transmit this method to me."

"Very well."

With a casual motion, Chu Feng pointed a finger at Shi Xuan's forehead. A beam of light surged into the disciple's mind.

In an instant, the complete forms of Tai Chi fist techniques manifested within Shi Xuan's sea of consciousness.

Chu Feng added, "During your years in the Land of Slaughter, you have shed too much blood. Come and listen to my preaching beneath the Bodhi Tree every day; you may find it very rewarding."

"Yes, Master."

Shi Xuan rose, gave a deep bow to Chu Feng, and departed from the Head's courtyard.

...

In the seclusion of the mountains, time slips away unnoticed.

Three years passed in a flash. On Miaomiao Mountain, the two young girls, Chen Qianqian and Bai Qian, successfully reached the Path Union Realm.

The other disciples also saw significant breakthroughs in their respective Cultivation levels.

One afternoon, Chu Feng was chanting sutras under the Bodhi Tree as was his custom. Xu Caichen, Chu Caiyi, Shi Xuan, and the others sat in a circle around him, lost in the tranquil rhythm of the chanting.

While everyone was entranced by the sound, a beam of Buddha light suddenly erupted from the Bodhi Tree, piercing the heavens.

It began as a mere spark of light before expanding into a radiance ten thousand zhang wide. It first engulfed the peak of Miaomiao Mountain before spreading to cover the entire mountain range.

In a heartbeat, all of Miaomiao Mountain was bathed in a brilliant, sacred Buddha light.

At that moment, every Cultivator on the mountain felt a profound sense of peace and mental clarity.

Many were immediately pulled into a deep state of meditation.

Such a massive phenomenon on Miaomiao Mountain naturally drew the gaze of many powerhouses.

"Nineteen zhang of Buddha light... has a Great Saint of the Buddha Dao been born in the Miscellaneous Dao Courtyard?"

An Elder cried out in shock at the sight.

A colleague beside him noted, "I wasn't aware there were any Buddhist Cultivators on Miaomiao Mountain."

Another voice chimed in, "We'll know for sure if we go see. Besides, we won't be interfering with the disciples' Cultivation."

"A fine suggestion, let us go together!"

"Indeed, let's go!"

The Wendao Academy was a single entity. Furthermore, knowing Chu Head's temperament, he wouldn't mind others sharing in the fortuitous opportunity on Miaomiao Mountain.

Moments later, a crowd of Elders arrived at the mountain.

Eventually, even the Dean arrived in person. Everyone stared at the Bodhi Tree radiating Buddha light, their faces etched with disbelief.

The Dean whispered to himself, "That boy actually managed to nurture a Buddha Tree. If those monks from the Buddhist Sect saw this, they'd be too embarrassed to show their faces!"

Chu Feng remained with his eyes closed, continuing his chanting, completely oblivious to the commotion around him.

A system notification echoed in his mind: [The Bodhi Tree personally nurtured by the Host has comprehended the Great Dao Truth of the Buddha Dao and evolved into a Buddha Tree. Reward: Great Dao Truth +10!]

Excellent!

Chu Feng cheered internally. His effort of chanting sutras daily for years had paid off. This Bodhi Tree had nearly drained every Buddhist scripture he remembered from his past life, but it had finally transformed into a Buddha Tree.

Opening his eyes, he saw the area crowded with people, including the Dean, who was watching him with a grin.

Chu Feng stood up and cupped his hands, "I didn't realize you were coming, Sir. Please forgive my lack of a proper welcome."

"Enough with the formalities. You always have a surprise waiting for me."

The Dean patted his shoulder and asked, "How close are you to becoming a Saint?"

Chu Feng replied, "I will certainly achieve Sainthood within a year."

"That fast?"

The Dean had estimated it would take another decade or so. He hadn't expected the boy to reach that level within a single year.

"Sir, a man should never be called 'fast'."

Chu Feng spoke with a perfectly straight, honest face.

Pa!

The Dean smacked his shoulder, "Still playing these word games with me? I know exactly what you're like. If you can become a Saint within the year, then you shall lead our team in the next Ten Saints Grand Competition. Once that's over, you can choose to take my position or venture to other worlds to establish a branch for our Wendao Academy."

"The Ten Saints Grand Competition?"

Hearing this, Chu Feng recalled the promise of a battle he had made with Shi Hao over ten years ago when he took Shi Xuan to the Northern Abyss.

"Exactly," the Dean said. "The Ten Saints Grand Competition is the most significant event on our Xuantian Continent, held once every century. Participants are the elite younger generation from the Ten Great Holy Lands.

The results of this competition dictate the influence and territory each Holy Land holds in other continents."

"I understand," Chu Feng said. "But if we go to other continents, won't we be seen as Extraterrestrial Demons?"

"No," the Dean explained. "The Three Thousand Great Worlds share a common origin. Extraterrestrial Demons are twisted creatures from spatial rifts. Their only goal is to consume the origin of the Three Thousand Great Worlds and destroy our existence.

Well, you'll learn more about that once you ascend to the Nine Heavens. Speaking too much now might only disturb your Dao Heart."

Chu Feng took the hint and didn't press further. He cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for the explanation, Sir. I will lead the team myself this time to test the Saints of the other Holy Lands."