Humans are shrouded in mist, projecting their image across countless worlds.

Chapter 68 The Demon Buddha's Winning Over, Tathagata's Reversal of Fortune is Obtained
As he spoke, the infinitely tall Buddha image within the seal shrank to the size of an ordinary person, revealing a face that bore an uncanny resemblance to Meng Qi.

"Meng Qi?" the projection of the first life exclaimed, feigning surprise.

“I am Ananda! Mengqi is my other self in the cycle of reincarnation. I am him, and he is me.” Ananda revealed a compassionate smile.

The projection of the first life knew immediately that Ananda was fooling him. If he were really a native of the First Life, he might have been skeptical, but he had seen the First Life before, so how could he possibly believe him!
"What do you think Ananda means by this? Does it mean he looks down on Xiao Meng and is planning to possess me like the Heavenly Emperor possessed Han Guang?"

The projection of the first life remained outwardly calm, but inwardly it was communicating with He Lang, trying to guess the meaning behind the Demon Buddha Ananda's actions.

"You're overthinking it. Even if the Demon Buddha were willing, the other Beyonders wouldn't be. He's probably really looking for someone to support him. Our constant antics in front of him have indeed attracted his attention, which means our plan has succeeded."

After a moment of surprise, He Lang pondered for a moment and guessed part of the Demon Buddha Ananda's thoughts.

For those on the other shore, no matter how amazing their projection in this lifetime may be, it is nothing more than a fish in the sea of ​​suffering, an illusion that can be changed in a moment on the other shore. As long as they do not attain the oneness, they pose no threat to the demon Buddha Ananda.

If he could win over the projection of the first life, he would be able to learn about the situation of those great supernatural beings in the real world without escaping his predicament, which would be a great thing for Ananda.

Ananda must have thoroughly investigated him and should be relieved now.

Moreover, Ananda is currently sealed on the summit of Mount Ling and is preparing to escape with the help of Meng Qi.

However, Ananda's projection in the real world has been constantly helping Meng Qi. Just recently, it even gave Meng Qi the general outline of the Tathagata Palm. Under such circumstances, how could Ananda sit still!

If the projection of the first life continues to help, and Meng Qi's cultivation grows stronger, it will affect Ananda's condition, which Ananda will not allow.

That's why he issued this mission, brought the projection of his first life into the Journey to the West world, and said these words to him.

He Lang shared his speculation, which gave the projection of the world a jolt. Was there really such a good thing?
"Good thing? Don't forget that in the world of Supreme Being, the higher the realm, the more severe the conflict between the principles! Many people who want to cultivate other techniques will choose to sever their other foundations... Hmm?"

At this point, He Lang recalled the gaze Ananda cast at him when he was cultivating in the Realm, and suddenly realized the truth!
When Ananda was practicing the "Severing Myself and Enlightening the Dao" technique in his first lifetime projection, he immediately looked away. At that time, he suspected that there was something wrong with the technique and indeed found a loophole that he had not noticed when he re-analyzed the technique.

Now that Ananda is about to pass on the Reverse Buddha Palm technique to the projection of the first incarnation, it seems to be a form of training!
Of course, after so much discussion, the central idea was clear: Ananda's legacy was definitely necessary, but they couldn't agree to it immediately.

After all, if a pie falls from the sky and you swallow it whole without asking any questions or observing anything, anyone would think there's something seriously wrong!

Why me of all people?

The projection of the first life seemed unmoved by the words of the demon Buddha Ananda, and asked with utmost calmness.

"As I just said, it's because of your talent, and also because of the good relationship you have with me."

You have cultivated for many years without making any progress, so you must already know how difficult the martial arts path is. What I want to tell you is that even if you reach the Creation Realm, without the protection of the Heavenly Will of the Other Shore, it is still difficult to cross the sea of ​​suffering and attain the Oneness.

The other shore is not the end of cultivation. Above the realm of the other shore, there is a realm called the Dao Fruit.

The founders of various sects in the real world, such as the Three Pure Ones and Amitabha Buddha, are all vying for the Dao Fruit. I also wish to seize the opportunity to obtain the Dao Fruit when the final calamity arrives in the future, which is why I have found you. You are my chosen ally; I acknowledge you and hope that you can reach the other shore in the future, helping me to seize the Dao Fruit and blocking the others from reaching the other shore.”

The voice of the demon Buddha Ananda echoed across Mount Ling, causing the Buddhas and demons on and around the mountain to regain their ferocious expressions after their initial calm.

“You can think of it as a deal: I will pass on my Other Shore Technique to you and guide you to reach the other shore, and then you will help me compete for the Dao Fruit.”

Ananda was right. For a supreme being to reach the other shore, not only must their own cultivation be strong, but they also need the tacit approval and support of the other shore to successfully become one.

Originally, there shouldn't have been so many other shores in this world, because when the First Supreme Being of the Realm was born, the Three Pure Ones, who were born with the other shores, were also born along with the Realm. They respectively occupied the foundation of existence, the cause of all results, and the destruction of the final calamity. The three of them represented the cycle of birth and death of eras and represented everything.

Later, due to differing philosophies among the Three Pure Ones, and in their search for allies, the various deities from the other shore were born.

Ananda mentioned the other shore, or even the realm of Dao Fruit, intending to broaden He Lang's horizons.

"Okay! I agree."

Knowing it was time for his own performance, the projection of the first life readily agreed.

“Very well then, I will now pass on my legacy to you.”

After Ananda saw the projection of his past life agree, he began to practice a unique skill.

"The technique I'm about to pass on to you is one that I comprehended from the Tathagata Palm. I call it the Tathagata Reversed Palm. This technique is contrary to the principles of the Tathagata Palm and is deeply demonic. You can reconsider."

"No need to consider it. Whether it's the Tathagata Palm or the Reverse Palm, it's all nourishment for my Self-Slaying Enlightenment Technique. What does it matter if it's a Buddha or a demon!"

Upon seeing this, Ananda shook his head and then began practicing the Tathagata's Reverse Palm within the seal.

As he began his attack, a crimson swastika illuminated the summit of Mount Ling, causing the tranquil mountain to tremble with demonic energy. Bloodstains appeared at the corners of the eyes of the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas in the ruins of the Great Thunderclap Temple, and the lingering resentment of the demons emitted a series of demonic howls, their resentment reaching the heavens.

He evolved the Tathagata's Reversal of Fortune technique into various variations.

"Nowhere to go" (This is a reversal of the fourth move of the Tathagata Palm, "Turning Back is the Shore," signifying impending destruction and the inevitable fall of all things.)
A chaotic dance of demons (the third move of the Tathagata Palm, "A Smile While Plucking a Flower," is a reversal of the original move; enlightenment is the appearance of demons).

Abandoning sagehood and wisdom (the reversal of the first move of the Tathagata Palm, "I Am the Only One," aimed at others, not oneself).

The Other Shore is not illusory (the second move of the Tathagata Palm, which reverses the emptiness of the four elements; when practiced to its extreme, it can pull the other shore back into the sea of ​​suffering).
Eternal Darkness descends (the fifth move of the Tathagata Palm, Vajra Illumination, reversed; obsession cloudes the mind, emotions blind the eyes, falsehood enters the nature, and the light is unseen).

Genocide (reversed from the seventh move of the Tathagata Palm, Universal Salvation, capable of reaching everywhere, covering all attacks, and annihilating all).
Heaven and Earth Collapse (formed by reversing the Pure Land in the palm of the sixth move of the Tathagata Palm, capable of shattering the void and destroying all heavens and myriad worlds).
Fate is determined by demons (the eighth move of the Tathagata Palm, "Impermanence of All Things," reversed; it can manipulate fate and alter cause and effect, thus becoming the Palm of Cause and Effect).
It is self-existent and eternal (formed by the ninth form of the Tathagata Palm, Nirvana Purification and Reversal, untouched by cause and effect, unattached to the present, and eternally indestructible).
The Nine Forms of Tathagata's Reverse Palm, with its overwhelming demonic power, transformed into true intent and was imprinted on the heart of the projection of a lifetime.

(End of this chapter)