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

Chapter 45 This Primordial Measuring Ruler has a special connection with my Western Sect!

In the west, Mount Sumeru.

This sacred land, once occupied by the Demon Ancestor Luo Hou, has become a secluded secret realm since he transformed into an extraterrestrial demon.

Then, the Sage of Amitabha and the Sage of Cundi came together and established the Western Religion here, using Buddhism to universally save countless beings in the West.

At this moment, Mount Sumeru was bathed in brilliant Buddhist light, and the sound of chanting filled the air. Hundreds of millions of believers knelt in sincere worship, creating an extremely spectacular scene.

"Amitabha!"

Guanyin Bodhisattva, with her hands clasped together, bowed to the Amitabha Buddha and the Cundi Buddha in the main hall, saying, "Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva has returned."

The former Cihang Daoren has now transformed into Guanyin Bodhisattva.

After the battle at Kunlun Mountain, he converted to Buddhism and was able to attain the status of a Bodhisattva.

"Let him into the palace immediately."

The Sage who guided them nodded and said.

A short while later, Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva walked into the main hall with difficulty. The divine beast Di Ting beside him was also covered in wounds, with a broken leg still oozing blood. Its condition was extremely tragic.

"I earnestly request the two sages to uphold justice for their disciple!"

Ksitigarbha wept bitterly, "I happened to meet Kong Xuan, the son of Yuan Feng, and the Golden-Winged Roc at Nanming Volcano. I felt that they had a connection with my Western Sect, so I kindly invited them."

"Who knew that these two villains harbored ill intentions, not only refusing the invitation but also running off to Kunlun Mountain."

"What's even more infuriating is that, under the instigation of a gatekeeper disciple from Kunlun Mountain, he severely injured the disciple and Di Ting."

"If my disciple hadn't escaped so quickly, he would probably be dead by now!"

These words stirred up emotions among the people in the hall.

Many followers of the Western religion expressed their dissatisfaction and anger.

"How dare a mere gatekeeper be so arrogant! He clearly doesn't respect our Western Sect at all!"

The pharmacist said angrily.

As the chief disciple of the Western Sect, he felt deeply ashamed of his fellow disciples being humiliated and was determined to seek justice for this matter.

"That gatekeeper disciple is indeed not to be underestimated!"

Guanyin Bodhisattva spoke in a low voice, her tone heavy.

She recalled her experience a thousand years ago, wanting to become a disciple of the Three Pure Ones, but was ruthlessly blocked at the door by the gatekeeper disciple.

Looking back now, she is still filled with resentment, a mixture of humiliation and unwillingness.

"What Guanyin Bodhisattva said is true."

Dipankara Buddha continued, "Back in the day, when I was still at the peak of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm..."

"I also suffered a loss at the hands of that gatekeeper disciple, who tricked me out of my top-grade innate spiritual treasure, the Coffin Lamp."

"I will remember this hatred and grudge!"

Although Cangxuan had once enlightened him to join the Western Religion, that shameful memory was already deeply rooted in his heart and could not be erased.

"More importantly..."

Dipankara Buddha abruptly changed the subject, a greedy glint flashing in his eyes.

"That gatekeeper disciple possesses a great treasure, the Primordial Measuring Ruler, a supreme artifact of acquired merit."

"If we can suppress him and force him to apologize, our Western Religion will surely reap considerable benefits!"

These words immediately sparked a heated discussion within the hall, with everyone's emotions running high.

Saints Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged bewildered glances, their faces showing shock.

They never expected that a seemingly insignificant gatekeeper would possess such an incredible opportunity and profound background.

"Brother Guide."

A glint of light flashed in the eyes of the Sage Zhunti, "This Primordial Measuring Ruler is destined to be with my Western Sect!"

"Why don't we take this opportunity to visit the Kunlun Mountains?"

"Using the incident of Kong Xuan and the Golden-Winged Roc severely injuring Ksitigarbha as a pretext, we will demand compensation from that gatekeeper disciple and the Three Pure Ones!"

Upon hearing these words, the Sage of Guidance felt a surge of emotion within him.

It was as if they could already see the Primordial Measuring Ruler beckoning to them, and that acquired treasure of merit seemed to have already become theirs.

"Junior Brother Zhunti, Mount Sumeru cannot be left unattended."

After careful consideration, the Sage of Guidance said, "In that case, you shall take Ksitigarbha and Bhaisajyaguru to Kunlun Mountain."

"But remember, don't anger the Three Pure Ones."

"If we cannot obtain the Primordial Measuring Ruler, we must at least retrieve the Coffin Lamp."

"Good!"

The Sage Zhunti responded, and then together with Ksitigarbha and Bhaisajyaguru, they rode on auspicious clouds, their bodies radiating divine light, and flew towards Kunlun Mountain.

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Meanwhile, Kunlun Mountain welcomed two more visitors.

"Fellow Daoist Puxian, this is the place where the Three Pure Ones cultivate."

"With our talent, we will surely gain the appreciation of the sages and join the Xuanmen sect, thus eliminating any obstacles on our path of cultivation."

Manjushri, the Heavenly Venerable of Vast Dharma, spoke with a calm and composed aura to Samantabhadra.

"Fellow Daoist Manjushri is absolutely right. We are certain that we will find an unparalleled opportunity on this journey!"

The True Man Samantabhadra responded with full confidence.

As the two talked, they arrived at the gate of Kunlun Mountain.

"Fellow Daoist, please wake up!"

Manjushri, the Heavenly Venerable of Vast Dharma, saw Cang Xuan lying on a rattan chair, holding a Chaos Star Qilin in his arms, and called out loudly.

He didn't recognize the origin of the Chaos Black Qilin, treating it only as a demonic beast from the mortal realm.

"Who are you, daring to disturb my peaceful cultivation?"

Cang Xuan frowned slightly, opened his eyes, and his Eye of Time began to operate on its own.

In an instant, he saw through the true nature of Manjushri and Samantabhadra.

He noticed that although the two people were not tainted by obvious karma, their Dao hearts faintly revealed an unpleasant aura.

"So it was these two guys!"

Cang Xuan sneered inwardly, already having a solution.

"I apologize for disturbing you, fellow cultivator!"

Master Puxian spoke first, his tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of arrogance.

"We two have gone through many hardships, crossing mountains and valleys to reach this Kunlun Mountain, hoping that you, fellow Daoist, can guide us to the sacred site of the Three Pure Ones."

"We yearn to become disciples of the sages and join the Xuanmen (mystical sect)."

Upon hearing this, Cang Xuan chuckled softly, but a hint of mockery flickered in his eyes.

He said calmly, "To become a disciple of a sage? With your abilities?"

Manjushri and Samantabhadra were taken aback by these words, clearly not expecting Cangxuan to reject them so directly.

Manjushri, the Heavenly Venerable of Vast Dharma, couldn't help but say, "Fellow Daoist, we have come sincerely to seek your tutelage, why are you turning us away like this?"

"Those with ill intentions are not allowed to enter my Xuanmen!"

Cang Xuan coldly replied, "You two should leave!"

The atmosphere instantly became heavy.

Manjushri and Samantabhadra exchanged a glance, clearly not expecting this outcome.

They originally thought that with their own aptitude and cultivation, it would be an easy matter to become disciples of the Three Pure Ones.

However, at this moment, they were blocked outside the door by a gatekeeper.

"Please repeat that, fellow Daoist!"

Manjushri, the Heavenly Venerable of Vast Dharma, said unwillingly, wanting to confirm whether he had misheard.

Those with ill intentions are not allowed to enter the Taoist gate.

Manjushri, the Heavenly Venerable of Vast Dharma, and Samantabhadra, the True Man, were utterly astonished.

After overcoming countless difficulties and obstacles, and exhausting all their energy.

Now, however, they are being blocked at the gates of Kunlun Mountain by Cang Xuan's words. How can they accept this?

(End of this chapter)