novelraw Chapter 357 Maitreya Buddha? Western-controlled territory?
Chapter 357 Maitreya Buddha? Western-controlled territory?
Upon seeing this, Chen Changsheng glanced around and looked at his surroundings.
Before my eyes, countless exotic flowers and rare herbs grow, and clear springs flow, making a tinkling sound.
Although the space deep in Momoyama is beautiful, the sense of isolation and desolation gives people a feeling of oppression.
After taking a quick look, Chen Changsheng didn't linger and continued walking out.
His exploration just now had led him to discover the location of a cave.
Presumably, that cave is where Yao Ji was imprisoned.
To Chen Changsheng's surprise, he had only taken a few steps when a shout suddenly rang out:
"Fellow Daoist, wait a moment!"
As soon as the words were spoken, a grand and peaceful Buddhist chant resounded, like a morning bell and evening drum, suddenly echoing in this tranquil world.
"Um?"
Upon seeing this, Chen Changsheng paused, his face turning grim.
It is known that not only are there Heavenly Court officials guarding this place within Peach Mountain, but also people from the Western Religion.
Moreover, it seems that the Western Christians are still guarding the core area.
Before Chen Changsheng could think further, beams of Buddhist light suddenly appeared not far in front of him.
Immediately afterwards, a figure emerged from the Buddha's light.
This man was sixteen feet tall, with large ears and a chubby face, and always had a smile on his face.
The man was wearing a golden robe, his face was compassionate yet also had the fierce look of a Vajra, and a halo of wisdom floated behind his head.
In addition, this Western Arhat exuded a powerful aura of cultivation, clearly indicating that he was a Great Luo Golden Immortal.
"Judging from this person's appearance, could he be Maitreya of the Western Paradise?"
After a brief look, the name "Maitreya" involuntarily came to mind.
Maitreya, the future Buddha.
He was a disciple of the saints Jieyin and Zhunti, and an important figure in the Western Sect. He always presented a smiling face.
He is shrewd and adept at using the concept of "predestined affinity," and he enjoys guiding people to the Western Paradise.
Just as Chen Changsheng was sizing him up, the fat monk also looked him up and down, and smiled, saying:
"Amitabha! Excellent, excellent!"
"This humble monk is Maitreya, a disciple of the two saints, Amitabha and Cundi, in the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss."
"Greetings, fellow Daoist!"
As he spoke, Maitreya bowed slightly to Chen Changsheng.
"It really was him!"
Chen Changsheng felt a chill run down his spine after hearing what Maitreya said.
Maitreya's appearance is very easy to recognize, especially his pot-bellied figure and his signature smile.
Seeing Chen Changsheng's unmoved expression, a strange light flashed quickly in Maitreya's eyes.
After a slight pause, he continued:
"This is a pure and forbidden area under the jurisdiction of our Western Religion, used to reform celestial criminals who have violated the heavenly rules."
"If you, fellow Daoist, were to barge in rashly, it might cause inconvenience."
"Fellow Daoist, would you please... return the way you came?"
As he spoke, the Buddhist light emanating from Maitreya's body became even more intense, and the chanting of Sanskrit was faint.
Unconsciously, an immense pressure from a Great Luo Golden Immortal slowly pressed down on Chen Changsheng like a mountain.
"Oh!"
Upon sensing this, Chen Changsheng gave a cold sneer and suddenly released his own imposing aura.
"boom!"
In no time, the two powerful auras of the Great Luo Golden Immortals collided, causing the entire world to tremble.
"Um?"
Upon seeing this, Maitreya's heart trembled, and a flash of surprise quickly crossed his eyes.
"A Great Luo Golden Immortal of the Human Race?"
Maitreya was secretly surprised and doubtful. He never expected that the one who had trespassed into the forbidden area of Peach Mountain would actually be a human Great Luo Immortal.
Slightly shocked, Maitreya turned around and looked at Chen Changsheng with a glint of shrewdness in his narrowed eyes.
When did the human race produce a Great Luo Golden Immortal?
Maitreya secretly harbored suspicions.
Just then, Chen Changsheng's gaze sharpened as he stared directly at Maitreya, and he gave a cold snort:
"snort!"
"A forbidden area controlled by Western religions?"
"If I remember correctly, this place is Momoyama."
"The person imprisoned is Princess Yaoji, the younger sister of the Jade Emperor of Heaven!"
"When did it become a forbidden area for your Western religion?"
"Does this mean that your Western religion has already arbitrarily designated this vast and desolate land and claimed to be its master?"
Chen Changsheng's words were sharp, direct, and hit the nail on the head!
It not only clarifies the sovereignty of this place and Yao Ji's true identity, but also subtly criticizes the West for overstepping its bounds and interfering in Eastern affairs.
"this……"
When Maitreya heard Chen Changsheng's words, he was taken aback, but he still had his signature smile on his face.
He paused for a moment, a hint of fierceness flashing in Maitreya's narrowed eyes, but it was quickly covered up by an even deeper smile.
To Maitreya's surprise, if it were an ordinary cultivator, upon hearing the words "disciple of the Western sage," they would at least give some face and leave room for maneuver in their words.
Chen Changsheng, on the other hand, seemed to completely disregard the Western Religion.
After a moment's thought, Maitreya came to his senses, his smile unchanged, and said:
"Fellow Daoist, you are mistaken."
"Who is imprisoned here and why is he imprisoned? This is a conclusion reached jointly by the Heavenly Court and the West, and it has its own legal principles and cause and effect."
"As for the jurisdiction over this area..."
At this point, Maitreya smiled again and continued:
"It is indeed the land of Heaven."
Upon hearing this, Chen Changsheng glanced coldly at Maitreya and said indifferently:
"Since this is under the jurisdiction of the Heavenly Court, it is not something you Western Sect people can stop. Get out of the way!"
Seeing Chen Changsheng's aggressive demeanor, Maitreya's face still wore a smile, but the anger in his heart was ignited.
If he hadn't seen that Chen Changsheng was also a Great Luo Golden Immortal, he would have already made a move.
After a moment's hesitation, Maitreya smiled slightly, but instead of stepping aside, he asked:
"May I ask, fellow Daoist, where is your immortal home? In which immortal mountain and cave do you cultivate? Under which virtuous master do you study?"
"It will also let this humble monk know which master taught such a... disciple."
While smelling it, Maitreya had a thought in his mind.
In Maitreya's view, if Chen Changsheng were a rogue cultivator with no real background, he wouldn't mind "subduing demons and monsters" or "guiding a destined person" back to the West to slowly exchange Buddhist teachings.
Even if they cannot capture him, driving him away or even injuring him would still uphold the dignity of the Western religion.
When Chen Changsheng heard Maitreya's greeting, he gave a cold laugh, already guessing what Maitreya was thinking.
He paused briefly, then a cold smile curved his lips as he spoke in a clear voice:
"I am Chen Changsheng, the eldest disciple of Zhao Gongming of Luofu Cave on Mount Emei, under the tutelage of the Sage Tongtian, from the Jie Sect of Jin'ao Island!"
When he said this, Chen Changsheng's voice was clear and melodious, carrying the unique arrogance and sharpness of a disciple of the Jie Sect.
"What?"
"The Jie Sect? A disciple of Senior Brother Zhao Gongming?"
Upon hearing Chen Changsheng's reply, the smile on Maitreya's face finally froze, and his squinty eyes opened slightly for the first time, revealing a mixture of shock and apprehension.