Chapter 318

Seeing that Xu Qi'an was silent, Pearl explained through telepathy,

"Legend has it that in ancient times, there was only one continent in this world. Later, after the end of the God and Demon Age, the Jiuzhou Continent was broken into pieces and formed countless islands.

"The floating island in the ultimate should be a part of the Jiuzhou Continent."

Xu Qi'an nodded and looked at the owner of Nu Lang Island, saying,

"Ask him if he has any specific opinions."

Pearl translated Xu Qi 'an's words to the Lord of Nu Lang Island. When the latter heard this, he revealed a serious expression and said,

"I suspect that some Gods and Demons did not die, but were trapped on the island.

"They looked so real, so powerful, and the overflowing power would make people crazy, but a terrible barrier sealed the island, isolating it from the outside.

"When Mo Yu and I approached the barrier, he and the Dragonguards were contaminated with the terrible breath of the Gods and Demons, and something strange happened."

As for why the breath of the Gods and Demons would give Mo Yu and the Dragonguards Spiritual Accumulation, the owner of Nu Lang Island himself did not know. The island itself was a mystery that needed to be explored and studied.

Nine-Tailed Fox sneered,

"Who can trap the Gods and Demons on an island? Even if it is a continent. "

She did not believe the words of the owner of Nu Lang Island, and was more willing to believe in Xu Qi'an, who had seen the scene of the Gods and Demons falling in the memory of the Poison God.

However, the island itself represented "inconceivable", so Nine-Tailed Fox did not directly refute.

"How is the situation? Let's go and see for ourselves."

Xu Qi'an tilted his head and looked at the burly and ferocious-looking Green Scaled Dragonman, saying,

"You are responsible for leading the way."

Pearl translated the words to the owner of Nu Lang Island, and the Green Scaled Dragonman looked at Nine-tailed Celestial Fox.

Although Arsu Island had given birth to a civilization and established a city-state, the survival rule of the strong still affected the descendants of the Gods and Demons.

The only one who could force him to take the risk was the monarch of the Demon Kingdom from the Jiuzhou Continent.

As for why he was forced, the owner of Nu Lang Island was unwilling and wanted to return to the "Gods and Demons Island" to find out.

Compared to the last time they met, the strength of this Nine-tailed Fox seemed to have greatly improved, and she was probably very close to the first grade of the human race.

With her, exploring the "Gods and Demons Island" would be more confident.

But the owner of Nu Lang Island still did not immediately.

Noticing his contemplation and hesitation, the silver-haired Demoness asked with a smile,

"What's the problem?"

The Nu Lang Island Master gently exhaled and said,

"The existence of Divine Demon Island was already leaked before I returned. After so much time has passed, the Southern Sea's Returning Ruins must have gathered many Transcendent Realm Demon God descendants."

That "friend" had sold the information to him, but he would not be the only dragon he sold.

This Demoness Dragon Qi.

Although the particularly powerful descendants of demons and gods had long withered, the Endless Sea was vast and boundless, countless times larger than the Nine Regions. If all the descendants of demons and gods in the Transcendent Realm were to be gathered together, it would still be an astonishing number.

Even if they gathered, it, it was a, it..

The owner of Nu Lang Island felt that he had to explain the pros and cons to avoid Nine-tailed Celestial Fox being too ostentatious and provoking the Descendants of Gods and Demons.

Pearl translated to Xu Qi 'an, who was overjoyed and blurted out,

"Is there such a good thing?!"

？ The owner of Nu Lang Island could not understand the human language, but he could see the face of this human male brightening up at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Was this something to be happy about?

…

The Western Region.

A city called "Bei Chang" was located to the north of Mount Alan Tuo. Because of poverty and desolation, this city was a bit dilapidated and depressed.

The owner of the city was the only noble here. He was appointed by Alan Tuo because, when he was young, he traveled thousands of miles to Alan Tuo for a pilgrimage.

The city walls of Bei Chang were mainly made of stones and loess, which almost blended with the desert outside the city. It carried a trace of loneliness and desolation from ancient times.

Zhu Lai was a seventeen-year-old beggar in Bei Chang City. He was wearing a ragged robe and holding a wooden stick. He staggered along the street of Bei Chang, praying that someone would be kind enough to give him some food since he had not eaten for four days.

Bei Chang was barren. The people living here lacked clothes and food. How could they have food to give to a beggar?

"Did you read the notice on the notice board? I heard that Mount Alan Tuo will hold a Buddhist Assembly in autumn to summon believers from the Western Region for a pilgrimage. "

"Sigh, it's a long way. How can we get there? Not to mention bandits and robbers, the cold and hunger alone can kill you. "

"If we go now, we don't need to worry about the cold. But when we return, it will be autumn …"

The conversation of the people on the street attracted Zhu Lai's attention.

Alan Tuo will hold a Buddhist Assembly to summon believers for a pilgrimage?

Zhu Lai's spirit was refreshed. It was like a bucket of cold water was poured on a hot summer day. He dragged his tired body to the notice board at the city gate.

In his begging life, he had heard rumors about the city lord.

It was said that when the city lord was young, he was a good-for-nothing hoodlum. One day, he was enlightened and felt that he was born for Buddhism. Thus, he traveled thousands of miles to Alan Tuo for a pilgrimage.

He bathed in Buddhist light on the holy mountain and was recognized by the Buddhists. He became a Buddhist disciple.

From then on, he rose to the position of the city lord.

This story had been passed down in Bei Chang for many years. It could be said that believing in Buddhism could change one's life.

Believing in Buddhism and going on a pilgrimage could change one's fate … Zhu Lai only had one thought left in his mind: Go to the notice board and see what was going on!

The distance of half a mile seemed like half a lifetime. When he reached the notice board, he was panting and dizzy.

"What does the notice board say?"

He grabbed a commoner by the notice board.

"Stupid beggar, get lost."

That person flew into a rage and kicked Zhu Lai away.

Zhu Lai, who was already hungry and thirsty, fell heavily to the ground. He felt his consciousness leaving his body and his life coming to an end.

After a while, he slowly regained control of his body.

"Do you want some water?"

A gentle voice sounded in his ear. Zhu Lai opened his eyes and saw an ordinary-looking middle-aged man standing beside him. He handed him a water bag.

The middle-aged man wore a thick, plain robe and had dark skin. He looked like an ordinary commoner in the city, but his eyes were gentle and filled with kindness.

Zhu Lai pursed his dry and cracked lips, took the water impatiently, and gulped it down madly.

He was already extremely thirsty.

After emptying the water bag, Zhu Lai burped in satisfaction. At this moment, he felt nervous and wary. He did not know why the middle-aged man was helping a sloppy beggar like him.

"Amitabha!"

The middle-aged man pressed his palms together and said in relief.

"I nearly thought you were dead."

So he's a Buddhist … Zhu Lai heaved a sigh of relief but found it strange.

Bei Chang was in Buddhist territory. There were naturally many Buddhist believers, but according to his understanding, the Buddhists in the city believed in crossing the sea of bitterness and attaining enlightenment.

They believed in himself.

Few of them were passionate about doing good deeds.

"Thank you!"

But he still expressed his gratitude and cautiously handed the water bag back.

The middle-aged man took the water bag and said,

"The notice board says that Alan Tuo is holding a Dharma Assembly and calling believers to go on a pilgrimage. But that was only a call for nobles and those with well-off families.

"People like us can't even reach Alan Tuo."

Zhu Lai was silent for a moment before saying, "Thank you."

The middle-aged man continued,

"The true Buddha isn't in Alan Tuo!"

Zhu Lai was shocked as he looked around in panic. He did not expect the middle-aged man to say such treasonous words.

Fortunately, the passersby were in a hurry and no one was paying attention to them.

The middle-aged man said,

"I believe in the Mahayana Dharma, the true Buddha. Little brother, you are fated with our Mahayana Dharma. Are you willing to join us? "

Mahayana Dharma?!

Zhu Lai had heard of this cult. It was said that all living beings could become Buddhas. He did not know the specifics, but it was a cult that misled the masses.

"Why are you telling me this? I-I'm a devout Buddhist believer. I want to go on a pilgrimage to Alan Tuo. "

Zhu Lai said loudly. He did not expect to encounter a cult here.

He stood up as he spoke, trying to leave the middle-aged man who spoke strangely.

The middle-aged man followed behind him slowly. His tone was neither fast nor slow.

"You won't be able to reach Alan Tuo. You will only die on the way."

"That's none of your business."

Zhu Lai only wanted to get away from him and the Mahayana Dharma.

Bei Chang was attacking Mahayana Buddhists. Catching them was a death sentence.

He might be a beggar with a cheap life, but he did not want to die.

"Little brother, the Mahayana Dharma is the true Dharma. If you don't believe, I can take you to listen to the teachings of the Mahayana Dharma." The middle-aged man lowered his voice, not giving up on the chance to preach.

Maybe I can pretend to be a Mahayana Dharma Sect and report it to the city lord in exchange for travel expenses to Alan Tuo … Thinking of this, Zhu Lai suddenly stopped and looked at the middle-aged man.

"Then, then I'll listen."

The middle-aged man said happily,

"Little brother, you will definitely believe in the Mahayana Dharma."

No, even if I die, die on the way and jump off the city wall, I will not believe in the Mahayana Dharma … Zhu Lai snorted inwardly.

He silently followed behind the middle-aged man. The two of them passed through streets and alleys before stopping in a secluded alley. The middle-aged man rhythmically knocked on the door of a particular courtyard.

Moments later, the courtyard door opened. A white-haired old woman opened the door for them.

The two entered the courtyard and followed the old woman to the side room, which was connected to the cellar.

Pushing open the cellar door, a faint light poured in. Zhu Lai swept his gaze and saw more than twenty people in tattered robes sitting cross-legged on prayer mats. They had their palms pressed together and their eyes closed. They were focused and devout as they listened to a young monk preach the scriptures.

As the door to the cellar opened, the believers turned their heads to look. The young monk who was facing the door also stopped and looked over.

The middle-aged man took two steps forward and pressed his palms together.

"Master Jingsi, I've guided a fated person into the Mahayana Dharma."

With that said, he waved at Zhu Lai, gesturing for him to step forward.

As Zhu Lai walked forward, he scrutinized the young monk.

He had delicate features and fair skin. He didn't look like someone from the Western Regions at all.

If Xu Qi 'an were here, he would recognize him as the young monk, Jingsi, who had been by Dhu Lohan's side when the Western Regions diplomatic mission entered the capital.

He was young, but he had cultivated the Vajra Divine Art.

He became the leader of a cult at such a young age. He must be very valuable … Zhu Lai thought to himself.

At that moment, he heard Jingsi say with a smile, "Patron, your complexion is extremely poor and your stomach is empty.

"Almsgiver, your complexion is terrible and your stomach is empty. Why don't you eat some vegetarian food first before listening to me preach with your fellow disciples?"

There's actually food? Zhu Lai thought to himself, That's great. Before exposing you to the City Lord, I'll eat your meal for free.

The white-haired old woman quickly brought over a stack of white buns and a bowl of water.

Zhu Lai wolfed down the food and quickly solved the problem of food and clothing.

Jing Si watched all of this with a smile and turned to look at the middle-aged man.

"The Mahayana Buddhist Dharma enlightens others and oneself, rescues all living beings from the sea of suffering, and helps them attain enlightenment. You've done well."

The middle-aged man pressed his palms together.

"I'm fortunate to have listened to the Buddhist scriptures."

Everyone pressed their palms together and chanted.

"Amitabha!"

Jingsi continued.

"With a new member joining us today, This Penniless Monk will recount the origins of the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma.

"The Mahayana Buddhist Dharma originated from Daibun in the Central Plains. It was created by Daibun's Silver Gong, Xu Qi 'an. Xu Yinluo is the reincarnation of the Lord of All Buddhas in the trichiliocosm. He enlightened Dhu Lohan in a Buddhist battle in the capital of Daibun.

"Dhu Lohan comprehended the true meaning of the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma and became a Buddha. He became the second Buddha of the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma …"

How could an Arhat be a Buddha? There was only one Buddha in the world! Zhu Lai curled his lips.

He listened to the young monk talk about the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma with disdain. Every time the young monk said a sentence, he would retort in his heart or sneer in disdain.

But when he heard that all living beings were equal, Zhu Lai fell silent.

If there really is a place in the world where all living beings are equal, then I will definitely defend it with my life … he muttered in his heart.

He, who had been a beggar since he was young, had suffered all sorts of supercilious looks and bullying. He had lived a very painful life.

Unknowingly, he changed his mentality and began to listen to the sutra seriously and think seriously.

"Enlighten others, enlighten oneself, and break free from the sea of suffering … If Alan, if the Buddhist believers in the Western Regions enlighten others and themselves, would I still be a beggar? Would my fate change?

"If it weren't for that uncle's help just now, I would still be suffering from hunger … Is such a Mahayana Buddhist Dharma really a cult …"

All sorts of thoughts flashed through his mind.

Unknowingly, Zhu Lai heard the young monk say,

"That's all for today!"

Only then did he come back to his senses and realize that the sunlight through the crack in the door had already turned golden-red. It was dusk.

Aiya, I forgot to beg. I'll have to starve again tonight … Zhu Lai was anxious and vexed.

A beggar like him, who didn't know the next meal, had to work hard to eat at all times. Otherwise, he would starve.

Thinking of this, he hurriedly stood up and planned to leave.

The little monk's words made sense. I won't expose him for now … Zhu Lai was about to leave when he realized that the surrounding believers of the Mahayana Sect were sitting cross-legged and motionless. None of them got up to leave.

Everyone looked at the young monk with hope in their eyes.

Then, he saw the little monk, Jing Si, take out a string of copper coins from his sleeve and say to the old woman,

"Give everyone a share!"

The old woman took the copper coins and distributed them evenly to everyone according to the number of people.

There's still money to be given?! Zhu Lai looked down at the five copper coins in his palm. In Beichang City, this could buy five steamed buns.

If he ate sparingly, it would be enough for him to eat for three days.

What kind of sect was this? Did there really exist sects in this world that gave their believers copper coins?!

Zhu Lai's worldview was severely impacted.

Monk Jing Si said gently,

"The Buddha will not let his believers starve. Enlightening others and oneself is the purpose of our sect. The Mahayana Buddhist Sect will keep its word."

Zhu Lai clenched the copper coins in his hand and felt that he had found an organization.

Then, he realized that the middle-aged man who had accepted him into the sect had received ten copper coins.

Huh? Didn't they say that all beings were equal?!

Zhu Lai didn't understand.

The middle-aged man smiled and said,

"This is the reward I deserve. Every person who passes will be rewarded with five copper coins. This is the rule of our sect."

I know a lot of beggars, a lot of them. I-I'm going to be rich … This was the only thought left in Zhu Lai's mind.

Only Mahayana Buddhists believed in the Lord of All Buddhas!