Primordial Era: I am the chief disciple of the Three Pure Ones, the gatekeeper of the Great Dao.

Chapter 158 Zhunti's Helplessness, the Arhat Subduing Tiger Falls!

"You all better behave yourselves!"

Hongjun Daozu's eyes were as deep as an endless abyss; how could he be a fool?

He had long since seen through Wu Tian's thoughts.

However, a mere quasi-saint was not enough to make him feel apprehensive.

After reprimanding Wutian, Hongjun Daozu turned to stare at Zhunti Saint, his voice like rolling thunder, shaking the heavens: "No matter what happens in the primordial world, the Heavenly Dao Saints shall interfere."

"For the next ten thousand years, you two Western Saints must go into seclusion and cultivate in peace, and you shall no longer be in charge of the affairs of the Western Religion."

These words, once uttered, were like a decree of Heaven, leaving no room for doubt.

Upon hearing this, the Sage Zhunti was greatly alarmed. He hurriedly bowed to the Dao Ancestor Hongjun and said in a trembling voice, "This disciple will respectfully obey the Dao Ancestor's decree and will certainly act in accordance with the Way of Heaven. I will never dare to disobey in the slightest."

"However, I have a question in my mind. Now that Wutian has fallen into the demonic path, if he intends to destroy the Western Sect and Buddhism, can my brother and I simply stand by and watch?"

Reviving the Western world was the grand ambition of the two Western saints, but the current situation has already exceeded their control.

Sage Zhunti attempted a final struggle, unwilling to see the Western religion destroyed by the hands of the wicked, and even less willing to see those Bodhisattvas and Buddhas perish in both body and spirit.

Wu Tian is a ruthless man who will not give up easily.

Upon hearing this, Hongjun Daozu smiled calmly, a smile that seemed to hold a profound meaning: "This is the calamity of the Western Sect, and I am powerless to do anything about it."

"However, the Great Dao is fifty, and the Heavenly Evolution is forty-nine. One is missing, so the Western religion still has a glimmer of hope."

The words of the Dao Ancestor Hongjun resonated throughout the heavens and earth like the grand sound of a great bell.

After speaking, his figure gradually disappeared into the resounding Daoist chants.

At this moment, the Sage Zhunti was distraught, as if he had lost his backbone.

Dipankara Buddha and the others were also listless, their faces full of worry and unease.

The Arhat Subduing Tiger and the demon king were terrified and prostrated themselves on the ground, trembling.

The reason was that the Demon King Wutian was awe-inspiring, and his powerful aura enveloped them like Mount Tai pressing down.

The weather is ever-changing, and the phenomena are ever-changing.

Sage Zhunti gave a bitter smile and said to Wutian in a deep voice, "The will of Heaven is unpredictable. You should take care of yourself."

"I urge you to be very careful in your actions. If you truly allow the Western Religion to be destroyed by your own hands, I will tear you to pieces and make you suffer endless torment."

Wutian remained unfazed, gave a cold laugh, and said, "This Buddha is determined to restore a bright and just world to the world. I will never wrong an innocent person, nor will I let a heinous criminal go unpunished."

"Master Zhunti, you should go into seclusion and cultivate as soon as possible!"

"Otherwise, I fear you will not be able to bear this bloody scene, nor will you be able to bear seeing these filthy people perish between heaven and earth."

"Today, I, the Buddha, will first deal with the Arhat who subdues tigers."

As he strolled leisurely, Wutian arrived in front of the Tiger-Taming Arhat.

They ignored the existence of the Sage Zhunti, the Ancient Buddha Dipankara, and others, as if they did not exist at all.

Upon seeing this, the Sage Zhunti sighed deeply, and his figure vanished without a trace.

Only the other powerful figures of the Western Sect remained, and they gritted their teeth, hating Wutian to the core.

"Senior Brother Wutian, please spare my life! I'll never dare to do it again!"

The Arhat Subduing Tiger was filled with terror and knelt down, begging for mercy.

However, Wutian simply smiled calmly, but there was a hint of coldness in that smile.

He slowly extended his right palm and gently placed it on the crown of the head of the Tiger-Taming Arhat, saying slowly, "Slaughtering all living beings, how are you any different from those bloodthirsty monsters?"

"To kill the innocent is one crime; to indulge in lust and violate the precepts is an even more unforgivable crime!"

"Junior Brother Fuhu, do you know your crime?"

Wu Tian's words appeared compassionate, and his expression was serene.

Just as the Arhat Subduing Tiger nodded repeatedly, the Nine Netherworld Demonic Fire swept across the entire Tiger Ridge like a surging tide.

In an instant, a heart-wrenching scream erupted, echoing between heaven and earth.

The Arhat Subduing Tiger watched helplessly as his former lover, the Demon King, vanished into nothingness in the demonic flames, leaving not even a trace of her bones.

Overwhelmed with fear, his body trembled violently.

"Senior Brother Wutian, I know I was wrong."

The Arhat Subduing Tiger spoke in a trembling voice, kneeling and kowtowing, his forehead pressed tightly against the ground, feeling Wutian gently stroking his crown.

At that moment, a glimmer of hope welled up in his heart, and he thought he had been forgiven.

Just as he thought he had survived a disaster and was secretly relieved that he would not die, Wutian gently clenched his right hand.

In an instant, the Annihilation Demon Light shattered his primordial spirit, true soul, and physical body like a violent storm.

Even in death, the Arhat Subduing the Tiger held onto hope, believing he still had a chance to survive.

Unfortunately, this was just a pipe dream.

Wutian wiped his hands, slowly turned to Dipankara Buddha and the others, and said, "Mahayana Buddhism emphasizes cause and effect, and that evil will be punished."

"The Arhat who subdues the tiger has committed grave sins and should rightfully go to the Pure Land to accompany the two saints!"

Wutian's gaze was piercing, his expression as sharp as a drawn sword, sweeping over the crowd.

Under his gaze, even the Ancient Buddha Dipankara and the others dared not meet his eyes.

A moment later, Wu Tiancai slapped his forehead, a look of sudden realization on his face, as if he had remembered something.

"I forgot that I also destroyed the last remnant soul of the Tiger-Taming Arhat, so there was no way he could survive in the Pure Land."

"Only virtuous people, those who are devoted to Buddhism, can enter the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss."

"You must all be extremely cautious, lest you end up like the Arhat who subdued the tiger, suffering such a tragic fate!"

Wutian's gaze swept over the Ancient Buddha of Burning Lamp and the others again, his eyes filled with warning.

The twelfth-grade Black Lotus of Annihilation emanates a sinister, demonic light and exudes a captivating aura.

Wutian sat upright on it, his posture as straight as a pine tree. He slowly ascended towards the heavens beyond the clouds.

The figure gradually became blurred, until it disappeared without a trace before the eyes of the Dipankara Buddha and the others.

Time flies, and countless years have passed.

Dipankara Buddha, Bhaisajyaguru Buddha, and Maitreya Buddha, like puppets, chant Buddhist scriptures for the Arhat Subduing Tiger and the demons of Tiger Ridge.

After they finished chanting, they returned to Mount Sumeru.

From then on, the Western religion was on high alert, as if facing a formidable enemy.

Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, believers, and monks all harbored fears, lest the merciless executioner's blade fall upon them at any moment.

This turmoil is gradually rising, causing undercurrents to surge in the primordial world.

Inside the palace on Shouyang Mountain, Cangjie, Xuandu, Chijingzi, and Taiyi Zhenren gathered together.

The atmosphere was peaceful, and a sacred and auspicious atmosphere permeated the space.

Cangjie held the jade cup, drank the Enlightenment Tea in one gulp, and the mellow aroma of the tea spread in his mouth, making his thoughts clearer.

Then he said, "Judging from this trend, Wutian will massacre the Western Sect, but this will also indirectly bring benefits to the Western Sect."

"If it weren't for those evil Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, the karmic consequences and karma that Western Buddhism has been tainted by would naturally decrease."

"Although Wutian's actions may seem to do more harm than good, they are in fact a virtuous deed!"

"Yet I still don't understand why he would become a stepping stone for my perfect accomplishment?"

Cangjie, filled with doubt, asked the crowd.

Even though he mastered the Hetu and Luoshu, comprehended the Taiji Bagua and deduced the Great Dao, he still could not see through the mystery within.

Perhaps it was precisely because he was in the midst of a calamity that he was shrouded in this fog.

Upon hearing this, Xuan Du smiled faintly and shook his head, a hint of mystery in his smile.

He then turned to Chijingzi and said, "You should explain this to Cangjie!"

Since Senior Brother Cangxuan has appointed you to assist Cangjie in attaining enlightenment, you must demonstrate all your wisdom.

With his white hair and youthful face, and a kind and simple expression, Chi Jingzi slowly spoke, "Senior Cangjie, as someone involved in this situation, it's natural that you can't see through the reasons behind it."

"Wu Tian cultivates both Buddhism and demonism, but his demonic nature has already suppressed his Buddhist nature, which is something he cannot control."

"In the primordial world, the demonic path is the path of the Demon Ancestor Rahu."

"Everything Wutian does is actually influenced by the Demon Ancestor Rahu."

"This immensely powerful being is certainly not a law-abiding citizen!"

"Once the Western religion is completely transformed, the demonic path will make a comeback."

"At that time, Wutian will truly become a thorn in the side of Heaven, and Senior Cangjie will be needed to educate him."

Its mysteries are boundless, and its uses are limitless.

After Chi Jingzi explained, Cangjie was finally relieved.

The group drank and discussed philosophy, creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

They quietly observed Wutian's actions, waiting for him to overturn everything.

(End of this chapter)