I, the Chaos Being, joined the chat group at the start.

"What are you doing, you brat!"

Little Dot activated the Dragon Talisman, and instantly a burst of explosive power erupted, the scorching flames igniting Black Emperor's little bull.

"what!"

"That wretched brat!"

Black Emperor let out a heart-wrenching scream, forcefully broke free from Shi Hao, and rushed out of the training ground.

"Ding, the test group member has left the field, successfully defeated the opponent, and gained 3,000 points."

The chat group chat started playing.

Black Emperor rushed out of the arena, and the injuries and pain on his body disappeared in an instant.

"..." Black Emperor.

Then, Little One and Black Emperor came before everyone.

Black Emperor kept his distance from the little one, his eyes showing lingering fear. This brat, though young, was full of tricks and was incredibly wicked. When he grew up, he would probably be a devil incarnate!

Black King subconsciously went to Xu Yi's trouser leg, and Xu Yi reached out and patted Black King's head. This pat made Black King feel extremely comfortable, and he reached his peak in an instant!

"Big black dog, don't forget, you owe me a dog leg," the little one reminded him with a grin.

"Am I the kind of dog who reneges on debts? I have the integrity of a dog." The Black Emperor stood tall and proud, speaking with righteous indignation.

"Okay." The little one didn't say anything more.

"Does anyone else want to spar?" Xu Yi asked, looking at everyone.

Yao Xi wanted to have a friendly spar with An Miaoyi and Yan Ruyu, but neither of them agreed.

An Miaoyi goes without saying; her background is not as deep as Yao Xi's, so she wouldn't have an advantage in a real fight.

As for Yan Ruyu, she didn't want to reveal her strength in front of Yao Xi, the Holy Maiden of Yao Guang, because she wanted to prepare for the upcoming Demon Emperor's Tomb.

……

Chapter 56 Willow Goddess's Jade Feet, An Miaoyi's Discussion of Shakyamuni

Perfect World, Stone Village.

The trip to Shicun was coming to an end. Xu Yi had a long discussion with Liu Shen and benefited greatly from it.

Of course, Yan Ruyu, Jiang Taixu, An Miaoyi, Ying Zheng, and Luo Feng all gained something from this trip.

During his stay in Shicun these past few days, Ying Zheng replenished his vital energy, which had been depleted by the alchemist's elixir, through ancient dietary supplements. He was now full of energy and spirit, looking vigorous and his strength had increased considerably.

He was already practicing martial arts, and with the world's number one swordsman Gai Nie by his side, he was influenced by him. Ying Zheng's martial arts were actually not weak, and he made a breakthrough in a short period of time.

Luo Feng cultivated the Five Hearts Towards Heaven at Liu Shen's place in Shi Village and broke through to the level of Advanced Warrior in a short period of time.

In addition to the unique nature of his mental power, his overall strength has reached the level of a war god.

Under the guidance of the Willow Goddess, Yan Ruyu and An Miaoyi gained a clearer understanding of their own path and set more ambitious goals.

night.

The old village chief of Shicun invited everyone to the village's bonfire party, where they would eat barbecue, sing, and dance together.

The Devouring Sky Sparrow and Qiongqi from before were all turned into jerky by the villagers of Stone Village.

However, the physical body of a Venerable-level being contains abundant life essence and killing power, which ordinary people and even ordinary cultivators cannot withstand.

Xu Yi used his power to obliterate the killing intent within the flesh and blood, leaving only the most primal life essence energy, so that everyone could consume it normally and improve their strength.

late at night.

Xu Yi arrived at Liu Shen's place, and Liu Shen manifested in human form, looking like a dream, surrounded by chaotic immortal light.

"Liu Shen, thank you for your guidance during this time," Xu Yi said.

"Your talent is exceptional. Even without my guidance, you will continue to make great strides."

Willow Goddess's voice was ethereal. At the same time, she reached out her hand, and a treasure appeared in her palm. "I have already opened the restrictions on the treasure. Inside is the inheritance of the Supreme Hall of the Upper Realm. The most important inheritances are the Six Paths Reincarnation Heavenly Art and the Ten Fierce Treasures Grass Character Sword Technique. If you can learn them, your future will be limitless!"

"Thank you." Xu Yi accepted the mountain treasure.

The Willow Goddess opened the barrier, so she must have seen the inheritance inside.

This is the legacy of a great sect from the upper realm; forcibly opening it will only cause the legacy to self-destruct.

With Liu Shen's help, there are no worries about the future.

"I don't know when we'll meet again after this parting," Xu Yi said.

"We may meet again at the pinnacle of the Great Dao someday," Willow God replied calmly.

"The peak of the Great Dao is too far away, but if there is a chance, Goddess Liu, you can also come to my world."

Xu Yi suddenly thought for a moment and then extended an invitation.

"Your world, which is the future? But even if I traverse the river of time, I can only look down upon the vast expanse of time and space from within it; I cannot interfere with time itself," said Willow God.

"It's alright, I have other ways. If you're willing, it's not a problem. Besides, I didn't come here from the future!" Xu Yi said with a smile.

“Okay,” Liu Shen agreed.

"It's decided then and there."

Xu Yi was in a great mood and became more talkative. He looked at the Willow God's Dharma body, which was very beautiful, holy and flawless, but it was barefoot and not wearing any shoes.

“Liu Shen, actually your feet are very beautiful. You could try wearing a pair of shoes,” Xu Yi said.

"?" Willow God.

Why wear it?

Liu Shen was puzzled, because she had never thought about this aspect before.

"Uh... it's better to wear them, otherwise they'll get dusty," Xu Yi explained.

"I am originally a pure and immaculate being, a perfect immortal body, and mortal things cannot get close to me," Willow God explained earnestly.

"Ok."

Xu Yi wasn't dwelling on this question; perhaps strong people all have special habits.

As long as it doesn't happen like some immortal emperor who goes barefoot, steps on a poisonous creature, and dies from it, that's fine.

A perfect spacetime shouldn't exist, right?

"Would you like a drink, Goddess Liu?" Xu Yi asked.

"Drink," Liu Shen replied.

Immediately, a celestial barrier unfolded centered on the willow tree stump, and Xu Yi and the Willow God once again drank wine and discussed the Dao.

……

Earth.

Xu Yi returned to Jiang City, and An Miaoyi was by his side.

"Young master, why aren't you staying by the side of that descendant of the demon emperor?"

In the living room, An Miaoyi took the initiative to speak, her words filled with jealousy.

"What's wrong? Are you jealous?" Xu Yi asked with a smile.

"No, it's just that you went to Beidou alone right after she woke up, and you even met Fairy Yan." An Miaoyi feigned sadness.

"Miaoyi, we are fellow Daoists, just discussing and exchanging ideas." Xu Yi reached out and pulled An Miaoyi into his arms.

"Young master, as long as you're happy, that's all that matters. Just don't forget Miaoyi," An Miaoyi whispered.

The TV in the living room was turned on, and several unusual news items popped up.

"In a certain region, an ancient tomb was recently unearthed, and many ancient Buddha sculptures were discovered."

Upon seeing the news, An Miaoyi suddenly remembered something. "Young Master, I've been researching Earth's history and discovered that a Buddha named Shakyamuni once lived here. Is this Buddha related to the one in the Big Dipper constellation?"

An Miaoyi has Buddhist lineage, so she is very sensitive to Buddhist objects.

In the Western Desert, Shakyamuni is a taboo, a demonic Buddha, who once caused great disasters, and is even a heretic.

Shakyamuni could have become a Buddha and the patriarch, and was the closest to Buddha after Amitabha Buddha, but his ideas were very different from those of Buddhism, and he almost destroyed the Western Desert tradition.

Xu Yi pondered. He knew An Miaoyi would definitely notice this, but he didn't expect it to happen so quickly. So he explained, "Your guess is correct. Back then, when Shakyamuni was expelled from the Western Desert, he embarked on the ancient star road, traveled for many years, and finally came to Earth."

The lineage of Buddhism on Earth was left behind by him, and his legacy is preserved here.

However, the lineage you practice likely rejects the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha.

“Yes, he is a taboo figure. Even the eminent monks of the Western Desert are unwilling to mention him. It is said that he was once an unparalleled genius of his time, with unfathomable Buddhist knowledge,” An Miaoyi said.

“Miaoyi, actually I think you shouldn’t practice Buddhism as well. You’re in the prime of your life, and studying this stuff isn’t good for your mind. In the end, you’ll become detached from emotions and desires, which isn’t like you anymore,” Xu Yi reminded her.

An Miaoyi is still a normal person now, but if she continues down this path, she will eventually sever her past and become a follower of Buddha, spending her days with only the ancient Buddha and the dim lamp.

The Buddhist path is good, having produced many great beings, including even the human emperor Amitabha Buddha.

However, this method, this system, is far too evil.

The higher one's level of cultivation, the less one resembles oneself, and the more one severs the seven emotions and six desires.