this infinite world

Jieyin, the senior brother of Zhunti, is one of the two great leaders of the Western Sect...

Unlike the Three Pure Ones, who achieved the "honored" position of cultivators and can be said to be the pinnacle of cultivation, Jieyin, who is nominally the head of Buddhism, is much more low-key, whether in the prehistoric world of novels or in the infinite multiverse, and is even far inferior to his junior brother Zhunti.

In both *The Beginning of Death* and *Infinite Future*, Jieyin never actually makes a move, but this doesn't mean he's weak. Because in Nong's memory of delivering Fuxi and Nuwa's babies, Jieyin was already one of the highest-ranking members of the human race, his strength definitely placing him in the top tier below the Three Sovereigns; he was merely not widely known…

"I was wondering why the smell was so strong, turns out the main character has arrived..."

Upon hearing the young monk reveal his name, Yang Yun immediately understood his identity. However, he didn't even show a hint of shock; instead, an extremely strange expression appeared on his face: "It seems this shamelessness truly is inherited from one generation..."

"...Fellow Daoist, are you very familiar with Buddhism?"

Although Yang Yun's words remained blunt, Jieyin discerned certain clues from his attitude. Judging from his methods, manner of speaking, and actions, this mysterious man calling himself "Yang Yun" had clearly had dealings with Buddhism more than once.

But every cause has an effect, and everything has a traceable cause; nothing can appear out of thin air. If Yang Yun truly had any connection with Buddhism, then the karmic threads surrounding him would certainly not be so clear-cut, and not a single trace could be found…

Faced with the guide's doubts, Yang Yun smiled and said, "That's all too familiar. After all, once you stand up with a shocked look on your face, the rest is another story."

"...What do you mean?"

"It's nothing. You just need to know that my companions and I have had many dealings with your Buddhism."

Speaking of a joke that Jieyin could never understand, Yang Yun stroked his chin and couldn't help but think of the Central Vision Buddha, who was the first to arrive in the Resident Evil 3 universe during the final battle and the first to be defeated by Zheng Zha. He was also a veteran saint in Buddhism... But he wondered if, in this multiverse that was probably not "Infinite Future," that blue-skinned lion-headed Buddha would still have that iconic scene with Zheng Zha that lasted for eternity.

"However, in this mission world, I am determined to be your enemy."

Pulling his thoughts back, Yang Yun looked at the guide in front of him and shook his fist: "As for the reason, you should already know, right?"

In response to Yang Yun's question, Jieyin remained silent, simply staring at Yang Yun until he sighed, "Alright, since you intend for me to say it myself, then I will..."

"What I hate most about you is this, from how you address each other to how you do things, in every aspect..."

"Condescendingly dictating other people's lives!"

The next instant, a heavy punch landed on Jieyin's right cheek!

……

"What the hell is that? What the hell is that?"

In the goblin kingdom, a completely dejected Xiao Niaoren paced around in frustration, scratching his already tangled hair until it resembled a bird's nest, making him look rather like a bird... Beside him, the members of the Celestial Team sat dejectedly on the ground, as if they had witnessed something that shattered their worldview. Among them, only Ling Xin, wearing a metal mask, remained as composed as ever.

“Calm down, Xiao Niaoren.” Seeing Xiao Niaoren spinning around and around, seemingly deep in thought, Ling Xin finally couldn’t help but speak up: “We still have time…”

"Are you kidding me? Ling Xin, how am I supposed to stay calm?"

Hearing Ling Xin's "comfort," Xiao Niaoren almost laughed in anger. He said excitedly, "Didn't you understand what I just said? After what just happened, the Dracula's Gift on me was scared back and dared not show itself... So I must be a saint!"

"A saint is right outside the goblin kingdom. It's obvious he's here for us, the members of the reincarnation team. It's like a scientist bringing out a few lab rats, and we're the lab rats locked in the cage... At a time like this, you're telling me to stay calm?"

“Since the other party is only raising the goblin kingdom from underground, it proves that he has no intention of attacking us.” Ling Xin calmly analyzed, “Otherwise, even if he were a saint, the other party would not have bothered to waste his time on this.”

"No, do you even understand what a sage is? You're just making things up!"

Xiao Niaoren covered his forehead, saying in a pained tone, "You don't want to speculate on the thoughts of a saint, do you? He's not even on the same level as us anymore, just like Count Dracula who gave me power in the Castlevania quest world. If it weren't for—"

“Since sages are still considered ‘human,’ it means they still have their own needs, feelings, and ideas. At most, they just have a much higher perspective and a much broader vision than us.”

Unlike Xiao Niaoren's impatience, Ling Xin's tone was as cold as ice, yet it possessed a certain persuasiveness: "Even a sage cannot violate the most basic 'principle'... so I can still guess some of what they are thinking."

"I think what that saint wanted us to do was to fight the Arctic team under these circumstances."

"...How exactly did you come to this conclusion?"

Ling Xin remained silent, staring intently at Xiao Niaoren with his eyes behind his mask until Xiao Niaoren felt uneasy and couldn't help but mutter, "This can't be described with just the word 'many'..."

"That's the basic situation... Or do you have any other options?"

"...I think you're just making things difficult for me! Fine, I'll do as you say!"

Despite his lingering unease, the young man gritted his teeth and chose to believe Ling Xin, remembering his previous plans and the things he had done with the Celestial Team: "You're the captain, you're right... So, with everyone else basically incapacitated, what's your battle plan?"

"Let's make this clear first, I can't use Dracula's Gift right now, which means I've lost my biggest trump card. If a fight really breaks out, it's best to rely on surprise attacks..."

"—They've arrived."

Before Xiao Niaoren could finish speaking, Ling Xin, as if sensing something, turned his gaze to the entrance of a cave. At the same moment, Chu Hao led the Northern Ice Continent team into the goblin kingdom. In an instant, their eyes met, transcending the distance of space…

—The two leaders of the rebel organization met again at this time and in this place. (End of Chapter)