Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 1072 - 453: Zhao Feng Meets Jin Chanzi (2)

"Since the Buddhist Sect offers, then I dare to accept."

"However, we still need to wait until Feng’er returns to ask about his strategic planning."

Ying Zheng gathered the water of the Eight Treasure Merit Pool and the Nine-Grade Golden Lotus seeds, then returned to the Dragon Chair to sit down.

He closed his eyes, beginning to ponder over Zhao Feng’s earlier strategic planning.

He knew that his son was always meticulous, with every action backed by profound deliberation.

The reincarnation of Jin Chanzi into the Qin Empire is certainly a crucial part of Zhao Feng’s plan. He believes that once Zhao Feng returns, everything will be revealed.

Meanwhile.

Guanyin departed from the Daqin Heavenly Palace and waited outside the Heavenly Gate.

Meng Tian and four others had not left; instead, they awaited Guanyin.

After all, it was they who brought Guanyin here, and now they would also escort her away.

"As expected."

"How could His Majesty be deceived by this Buddhist Sect?"

Meng Tian looked at Guanyin, noticing her disappointed expression, and could roughly guess the outcome.

"So, did His Majesty agree to your request?" Meng Tian asked flatly.

Guanyin shook her head and replied, "The Qin Emperor Ying Zheng did not agree. He said to wait until the Crown Prince of Qin returns for further discussion."

"Reasonable," Meng Tian commented.

"I understand. Thank you, General, for your assistance this time. If there’s a chance in the future, I will definitely repay you," Guanyin smiled.

Meng Tian waved his hand and said, "No need for politeness. This is my duty. Now that the matter is discussed, you may leave Daqin with me!"

Upon saying this.

Meng Tian escorted Guanyin out of Xianyang City.

Throughout the journey, Guanyin’s mind was swirling with thoughts. She knew the mission had failed this time, but she also understood that the Qin Empire was not an easy power to contend with.

To make progress on the matter of Jin Chanzi, strategic deliberation is needed in the long run.

"I shall return to Qin one day."

"Using the Tian Xuan Mirror as a pass, after inspection by the border, one can enter Qin without the suppression of the Nine Provinces Barrier."

Meng Tian told Guanyin.

"Thank you for the advice, Daoist friend," Guanyin nodded.

Following that.

Guanyin rode on the Lotus Platform, breaking through the void, hurriedly returning to the Great Leiyin Temple in the Western Continent.

Despite the vastness of heaven and earth.

To those above Daluo, it does not seem too distant.

"Buddhist Sect."

"There will definitely be a battle one day."

"Heavenly Court and Buddhist Sect, they are all just hypocritical immortals and gods."

Meng Tian gazed in the direction where Guanyin departed. In his eyes, the Heroic Pass established by the Heavenly Court could be seen, as well as the location of the Buddhist Sect.

Meng Tian was full of battle spirit.

As the scene shifted.

Once Guanyin re-entered the grand hall of the Leiyin Temple after leaving that Buddha light-filled location, she walked straight to Duo Bao Tathagata, clasped her hands in guilt, and bowed deeply, her voice carrying a hint of dejection.

"World Venerable, disciple went to the Qin Court but failed to complete the mission."

"The Qin Emperor Ying Zheng is not willing to hand over Jin Chanzi to our Buddhist Sect; however, he did not completely refuse. He said we could still send people to discuss the matter once the Crown Prince of Qin returns to Xianyang," Guanyin reported.

Duo Bao Tathagata slightly narrowed his eyes as the Buddha light around him flickered gently, still embodying that merciful and serene demeanor concerning this failure.

Clearly, he was not surprised.

Thus he softly said, "Guan Zizai Bodhisattva! You have done your best in this matter, do not blame yourself excessively. Now the situation is clear, Jin Chanzi’s reincarnation into Qin has indeed placed the initiative in their hands, that’s an unquestionable fact."

"They have the confidence and strength to negotiate with our Buddhist Sect. Since Ying Zheng has given us this chance, let’s wait for the return of the Crown Prince of Great Qin for further planning; this matter cannot be rushed."

Guanyin nodded slightly, although still somewhat disappointed in heart, listening to Duo Bao Tathagata’s words also brought some comfort.

She deeply knew in this complex situation, every step must be cautious. A slight mistake could affect the grand endeavor of Buddhist Sect flourishing and might even lead the Buddhist Sect into deep tribulation.

Duo Bao Tathagata slightly lifted his right hand, a hint of gravity flashed in his eyes as he looked at Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, issuing a solemn decree, "Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, immediately lead the Buddhist disciples to strictly oversee Huaguo Mountain."

"That Stone Monkey is a key figure in the Westward Journey Tribulation. If Jin Chanzi is the primary person of this great tribulation, then the Stone Monkey is the second critical one. No matter what, ensure that nothing goes wrong with the Stone Monkey. If there is any sign of disturbance, report to me without delay."

"Besides."

"It’s also time to guide the Stone Monkey in cultivation."

Samantabhadra Bodhisattva solemnly clasped her hands and replied with respect, "In accordance with the decree of Buddha, disciple will strive with all efforts to ensure the Stone Monkey is under control."

With those words, she quickly turned and left to arrange for the Stone Monkey on Huaguo Mountain.

Meanwhile.

As the scene changed.

Within the realm of the Qin Heavenly Court, an ancient city, Yong City.

Compared to Xianyang.

This city was once the capital of Great Qin.

The old capital of bygone days.

Though it cannot compare to the grandeur of Great Qin’s Xianyang, the city thrives with bustling activities, with inhabitants living peacefully and prosperously.

In the city.

Zhao Feng concealed his presence, silently maneuvering into the Yong Temple within the city like a gentle breeze. This temple was under the jurisdiction of Qin and had no relation with the Spirit Mountain of the Buddhist Sect, or rather, all Buddhist temples in Qin were unrelated to the Buddhist Sect of Spirit Mountain.

The teachings of the Buddhist Sect in Qin greatly differed from those of Spirit Mountain, emphasizing guiding people toward goodness and actively saving all beings.

"Jin Chanzi."

Zhao Feng stood in a corner of the temple, his gaze piercing through layers of halls, landing in a meditation room.

At the time, inside the meditation room, an elderly monk was cuddling a newborn baby, and that baby was the reincarnated Jin Chanzi.

Seeing Jin Chanzi, a smile emerged in Zhao Feng’s eyes.

Even though now reincarnated.

No longer the primordial spirit he once was.

Yet, even in this reincarnated form, one could easily recognize the extraordinary nature of this infant.

"I wonder how you feel upon our next meeting."

Zhao Feng chuckled inwardly, barely lifting his hand. A dim halo surrounded him, with the power of reincarnation from the Book of Life and Death gently flowing in his palm.

Under Zhao Feng’s manipulation, the halo flowed like lively threads, softly landing on the reincarnated infant Jin Chanzi.

Instantly!

The baby’s tightly closed eyes fluttered slightly, and a faint consciousness gradually awoke.

Under the power of reincarnation, Jin Chanzi’s divine soul temporarily regained clarity.

He looked around in bewilderment, a flicker of confusion and curiosity glinted in his eyes.

Zhao Feng silently observed this scene, the corners of his mouth subtly lifted into an imperceptible smile.

He realized his strategic layout was coming to fruition step by step.

Jin Chanzi reincarnating into Qin was his critical move in the Westward Journey Tribulation.

Now he must ensure this chess piece operates according to his plan, exerting maximum effect at the optimal moment.

The old monk seemingly sensed something amiss, surveyed his surroundings, but only saw the empty courtyard, unable to spot the concealed Zhao Feng.

Shaking his head, assuming it was merely an illusion, he bowed his head again, tenderly comforting the baby in his arms.

Zhao Feng quietly observed for a while, confirming that Jin Chanzi’s divine soul had awakened, and no anomalies emerged, then gently retrieved the power of reincarnation.

"Jin Chanzi."

Zhao Feng called softly.

Suddenly.

From the body of the reincarnated Jin Chanzi.

A divine soul emerged in the void and materialized.

Though the old monk possessed some cultivation, he had not exceeded the Human Immortal Realm and had not entered the Martial Arts Great Power Realm of Great Qin, hence he did not perceive the appearance of Jin Chanzi’s divine soul.

In an instant.

Jin Chanzi’s divine soul appeared before Zhao Feng.

"So it is Daoist Zhao Feng."

When Jin Chanzi’s divine soul saw Zhao Feng, he immediately clasped his hands, performing a Buddhist salute.

"Jin Chanzi."

"What’s your perspective after being cast into reincarnation?"

Zhao Feng asked with a smile.

"Boundless is Buddhist Law!"

"Reincarnation is originally the foundation of all living beings."

"Now, having undergone reincarnation twice, it holds no impact on my Buddhist Law," Jin Chanzi replied calmly.

"I had told you before."

"After joining the Buddhist Sect, refrain from speaking carelessly, yet you didn’t heed."

"Now your cultivation has returned to naught."

"What a pity."

Zhao Feng remarked with deep emotion.

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