Being a talent in the Chusheng Demon Sect

Chapter 494 The Deal with Angxiao
To be fair, this wasn't Angxiao's fault.

After all, he found it hard to believe that his plan could be cracked by a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator; it was completely illogical and even theoretically impossible.

After much thought, [Angxiao] believes there is only one explanation:
'The only plausible explanation is that the World-Honored One descended to earth to enlighten those who had just begun their foundational studies, and then used this opportunity to disrupt my plans.'

Angxiao even had a reason: he had his clone enter the Pure Land, attained the heretical status of the Pure Land, and then stole the [White Wax Gold] Immortal Spirit from the Pure Land. Although the [Dragon and Snake Coiling Shadow Bodhisattva] was eventually returned, the [White Wax Gold] Immortal Spirit had died suddenly because it could not obtain the gold.

Rounding up, this can be considered an offense to Pure Land Buddhism.

Could it be that the Buddha actually discovered his own scheme long ago, and thus created a Foundation Establishment Buddha in advance, specifically to trap and kill him?

If this is still just speculation...

What made him even more certain was the unfortunate soul now being manipulated by Lü Yang. The effect of the [Puppet on a String] was very similar to the World Honored One's unity of purpose.

And there's also the false practice of holding the golden position; the World-Honored One also had the false practice of holding the position of the Lord of the Path.

Right, everything is right!
[Angxiao] The more I think about it, the more reasonable my guess seems.

If you are not the World Honored One, then who is?

That's why, after much deliberation, he tentatively called out, while simultaneously tensing his mind and carefully observing the changes in Lü Yang's expression with his divine sense.

But who exactly is Lü Yang?

Relying on the remote control of the [puppet], he never showed any of his thoughts on his face, and even his soul remained unaffected by his thoughts.

At the same time, before [Angxiao] had finished speaking, he had already sorted out his thoughts:

'Did he misunderstand again and think I was the Buddha?'

'Yes, he has a grudge against the World Honored One, and the World Honored One is shameless. It's perfectly normal for him to enlighten a Foundation Establishment cultivator to deal with him.'

Thinking of this, Lü Yang suddenly smiled:
"Senior, you misunderstand. I am not the World Honored One."

He didn't readily admit that this was different from his previous impersonation of Hongyun, as he had already settled Hongyun's past experiences and would have no problem impersonating him.

But was he impersonating the Buddha?

He knew nothing about the Dao Lord and couldn't fake it at all. If he tried to fake it, he would only be seen through by Angxiao, which would expose his true nature.

In contrast, openly admitting that one is not the Buddha would only arouse suspicion.

After all, throughout Jiangxi, from bodhisattvas to monks and laypeople, everyone claimed they were not the Buddha, but when the Buddha spoke up, they took his place.

As expected, Angxiao fell into doubt.

However, he quickly came to terms with reality: 'Regardless, he could use the feigned power of the "Covering Lamp" to reverse the influence of the "Earthly Branches," ultimately seizing my weakness.'

Admittedly, after obtaining [Sand in Soil] and [White Wax Gold], even if Chen Earth is reversed, he can still maintain his late-stage Golden Core cultivation with the three elements of metal, earth, and wood. However, in that case, his originally planned smooth path will immediately turn into treacherous peaks and steep ridges, with countless twists and turns.

"Fellow Daoist, if you have something to say, please speak frankly."

[Angxiao] sighed, and while promoting Lü Yang back from "young friend" to "fellow Daoist," he relinquished the initiative in the conversation.

Lü Yang then raised his eyebrows and said in a low voice:

"To be honest, I have no ill intentions towards you, senior. Everything before was a misunderstanding. The main reason I invited you out is to discuss a deal with you."

transaction?

[Angxiao] remained calm and said indifferently, "Please speak."

Lu Yang continued, "Actually, as you saw before, I know that I will face many difficulties in my attempt to attain the [Heavenly Fire], and I will need your help."

【Angxiao】: "."

The World-Honored One is plotting to seize the "Heavenly Fire"?
It's not impossible! After all, [Chengtou Tu] is still lying in Jiangxi, so what's wrong with adding another [Tian Shang Huo]? [Ang Xiao] completely understands!

"How can I help you, fellow Daoist?" "It's very simple."

Lu Yang said softly, "As long as you are willing to help me at the crucial moment, if I am not mistaken, you should still have the strength to strike."

[Angxiao] remained noncommittal, then changed the subject:
Why should I help you?

"Because of the [Covering Lamp Fire]!" Lü Yang said decisively, "As long as you help me, I will help you send the [Covering Lamp Fire] into the Underworld in the future."

Upon hearing this, Angxiao's expression changed slightly.

How can I trust you?

Faced with Angxiao's doubts, Lü Yang smiled and said, "The point is not how to believe me, senior. The point is whether I can do it."

Angxiao was well aware of this, after all, he himself was untrustworthy and knew that trust was the easiest thing to break in the world. If Lü Yang spoke eloquently and presented reasons why he was trustworthy, he would definitely refuse without hesitation.

But Lü Yang did not do that.

He only asked one question, but it made Angxiao's heart flutter: Could he send Fudenghuo to the underworld? Without a doubt, he could!
This is enough.

In the Holy Sect, self-interest is the key. As long as it benefits both sides, there is a basis for cooperation; the rest is simply a matter of each side using its own methods.

'Is this person from the Holy Sect?'

[Angxiao] pondered, but instead of concluding that Lü Yang was not the World Honored One, he became even more suspicious, because only a veteran True Lord like him would know:
'Venerable One, you studied at the Holy Sect back then!'

Moreover, the Buddha was very shrewd and resourceful back then. He visited all the sacred sects and Taoist courts except for the Sword Pavilion, which he was not allowed to enter. Otherwise, how could he have been known as the heretical sect of Pure Land Buddhism?

Having thought of this, Angxiao had already made his decision and said with a smile, "Sure, I agree to your request, fellow Daoist."

On the other hand, after receiving Angxiao's affirmative reply, Lü Yang felt no joy whatsoever. Instead, he sighed inwardly, 'This is completely insincere.'

Anyone who believes the words of the Holy Ancestor is a fool!
While inwardly grumbling, Lü Yang still managed a sincere smile: "Then it will be a pleasure to cooperate. Consider this a gift from your junior."

After saying that, he took out a jade slip:

"Among them is information about [Changliushui]."

Despite being presented as a gift, Lü Yang held the jade slip tightly between his fingers, showing no intention of simply handing it over to Angxiao, which made Angxiao immediately understand.

"What does fellow Daoist desire?"

"One's cultivation level in the Earth element must reach a level sufficient to refine the Heavenly Gang and Earthly Fiends."

At this moment, Lü Yang finally revealed his true intentions.

All other transactions were just pretense with Angxiao; the only thing he truly wanted from Angxiao was the cultivation of Jitu!

Upon hearing this, Angxiao narrowed his eyes.

'Did you deliberately expose your true nature as someone who falsely claims to possess the "Covering the Lamp" (a powerful technique) just to intimidate me, and ultimately exchange it for a cultivation method related to the Earth element?'

This, however, made him suspicious.

After all, if it were truly a Foundation Establishment guided by the World-Honored One, it wouldn't require any cultivation level. Could it be that he guessed wrong? Or perhaps it was a feint?

Despite this, Angxiao quickly made a decision: "Okay."

Immediately afterwards, he took the initiative to split off a wisp of his divine consciousness and casually tossed it to Lü Yang, his face showing a half-smile, seemingly not caring at all.

The reason is simple:
"Since you know about my 'insightful ignorance,' aren't you afraid that I might plant a hidden meaning in this knowledge, deliberately concealing something, and using it as an opportunity to trick you?"

I've given you my cultivation.

Would you dare to use it?

(End of this chapter)