It turned out that in order to deal with the upcoming war, the Buddhists had no choice but to raise the strength of their generals. And as an influential figure of the older generation, Patriarch Blood River was the mortal enemy of the Heavenly Courts. Therefore, the Buddhists decided to sacrifice billions of lives in ten Great Worlds to raise his strength.
This was also to set an example for the surrendered generals. As long as they were from the strange Buddhist Sect, even if they were unpardonably evil people like Patriarch Blood River, they would still receive great preferential treatment.
The Western Pure Land had thousands of Great Worlds and countless Small and Medium Worlds. Sacrificing ten Great Worlds was completely acceptable to them.
However, the beings in the ten worlds might not be willing to accept this. They were all devout believers of Buddhism and had contributed countless resources, talents, and loyalty to Buddhism. But in the end, all they got in return was sacrifice!
At the behest of the Buddhist League, Patriarch Blood River transformed into a boundless sea of blood, drowning the ten great worlds and devouring the billions of living beings in them. After absorbing the flesh, blood, essence, and souls of so many living beings, Patriarch Blood River's strength naturally increased by leaps and bounds, reaching such a terrifying level.
Right now, he was only half a step away from becoming a Saint. The Buddhist Saints had already promised that as long as he made contributions in this war, they would personally help Patriarch Blood River raise his realm and make him the first Saint of the Ashura tribe!
Under such temptation, Patriarch Blood River was naturally very enthusiastic about this matter. He, who was originally a little fearful of the Grand Elder, had also personally appeared to support Mahavairocana.
Seeing Patriarch Blood River's current state, the Great Elder, Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix, and the others did not have a trace of envy. Instead, they felt that it was not worth it for the innocent believers who had sacrificed themselves.
However, Patriarch Blood River did not find it shameful. Instead, he felt proud as he looked at everyone with a smug expression.
The First Elder was infuriated, and an impatient look appeared on his face. He was too lazy to care about etiquette anymore, and directly said, "Alright, cut the crap. Just tell me your intentions. If you are here to persuade us to surrender, then you'd better not open your mouth. We don't need to suck blood!"
Mahavairocana saw the Great Elder's impatience, but he did not panic. Instead, he smiled calmly and said, "Don't worry, we are not here to persuade you to surrender, but to negotiate peace!"
"Hmm?" The First Elder immediately frowned and said, "What are you up to this time?"
"No, no!" Mahavairocana hurriedly shook his head and said, "I've come with sincerity this time. As long as you remain neutral in the upcoming war, we, the Buddhist Sect, are willing to let you off. We guarantee that we will never enter this realm again!"
The First Elder was shocked when he heard that. He couldn't help but ask, "You want to go to war with the Heavenly Court?"
"Yes," Mahavairocana said solemnly. "There has been no news of Brahma for a hundred years. The Buddhas have tried to deduce, but there was no news at all. We suspect that he has been set up by the people behind the Celestial Court! We have to avenge them! "
The Great Elder didn't say anything. He just kept frowning. He thought to himself, 'The few Saints behind the Celestial Court do have the ability to set up Brahma, but the problem is that Brahma himself is not to be trifled with. He even has a Supreme Artifact. Even if he was besieged, he would definitely be able to send back news, right? But now, there is no sign of him alive or dead. It doesn't seem like he was set up at all. '
Just as the First Elder was hesitating, Heavenly Queen Golden Phoenix suddenly said, "Your Buddhist Sect's promise doesn't seem to be too good!"
"Haha ~" Mahavairocana immediately laughed and said, "You don't have to worry about that. I can swear on the River Styx that if we go back on our word, I, Mahavairocana, am willing to die in the Five Decay of Heaven and Man!"
The River Styx was not the River of the Yellow Springs in Hell. It was a long river of fate that surpassed the Heavenly Axiom and time and space. Even the fate of the gods had to be reflected in the River Styx.
Therefore, when the gods and Buddhas really made an oath, they would do it in its name. Unless they were strong enough to be a true god, they would be bound by the River Styx's oath.
Therefore, after hearing Mahavairocana's solemn vow, Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix hesitated. To be honest, she really didn't want to get involved in the war between the Buddhists and the Heavenly Court because the demon race was too weak now. It was very likely that they would be completely wiped out in the war.
If the Buddhist Sect had not pressured her too much in the past, she would not have fought to the death with the other party. Now that she heard that there was a chance, she was naturally moved.
The Nine Restrictions Demoness immediately knew what she was thinking when she saw her reaction. As one of Song Zhong's people, she naturally could not watch Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix break the agreement with the Heavenly Court and hook up with the Buddhist Sect.
Therefore, the Nine Forbidden Demoness hurriedly reminded her, "Big Sister, we have an agreement with the Heavenly Court. Furthermore, we have received so many things from them. Wouldn't it be too selfish of us to withdraw now?"
"Alas!" Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix sighed helplessly. Then, she secretly transmitted her voice, "I know that this is a little selfish and even shameless, but the demon race can't take it anymore. From the looks of it, the Buddhists are too powerful for the Heavenly Court to resist. If we don't withdraw now, and the Buddhists win, the demon race will just be playing around! "
"But what if the Heavenly Court wins?" The Nine Forbidden Demoness frowned.
"If the Heavenly Court wins, we will surrender. With your relationship with the Queen Mother of the West, the demon race can still protect themselves. After all, we did not help the Buddhists against the Heavenly Court!" Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix then said with some guilt, "I know that this is very unethical and I am very sorry to East Sovereign and you. However, for the continuation of our race, I have to do something even more shameless!"
"However, in the past hundred years, the Heavenly Court has given so many resources. There is also my fleet guarding. If you change your position, you might offend East Sovereign!" The Nine Forbidden Demoness said worriedly, "As far as I know, although East Sovereign is forthright, he is a calculative person. I'm afraid he will not forgive you!"
"East Sovereign?" Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix smiled coldly and said, "He is being hunted down by the Great Brahma with a Supreme Artifact. How can he survive? Do you really think that the Great Brahma with a Supreme Artifact will be plotted against? If that was the case, there would have been chaos! This is just an excuse for the Buddhists to attack. This time, Mahavairocana has come personally. This can only mean one thing. The Buddhists are prepared to fight the Heavenly Court. They are confident of winning! "
"Then what do you mean?" The Nine Forbidden Demoness frowned.
"This time, we can only be shameless for once. For the continuation of the demon race!" After Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix finished speaking, she resolutely said to Mahavairocana, "If you agree to a few of our conditions, this suggestion is not unacceptable!"
"Huahua, you ~" The Great Elder hurriedly stopped her.
Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix waved her hand to stop him and said helplessly, "The continuation of the demon race is more important than anything else. Even if it is shameless, I have to do it!"
"Sigh!" The Great Elder sighed and said no more.
On the other hand, Mahavairocana smiled and said slowly, "What conditions do you have? Just say it!"
"First, you have to return all of our captured demon race disciples!" Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix said solemnly.
"Sure!" Mahavairocana nodded. Anyway, those mounts were not counted. They could just return some low-level ones.
Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix continued, "Second, Divine Parasol Mountain is protected by the Heavenly Court. We have let them down by remaining neutral this time. Therefore, I have to ensure that Donghuang's fleet returns safely! You are not allowed to stop us. Otherwise, we would rather die together! "
"This ~" Mahavairocana said awkwardly, "To tell you the truth, the reason why we let the demon race go is because we want that fleet. If you can chase them out of Divine Parasol Mountain and let us eat them, then I will give you all of the demon race's territory. I can give the surrounding thirty great worlds to your Monster Race, and they will become your sacred land for generations to reproduce! "
Mahavairocana was indeed daring. He offered 30 great worlds. Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix was tempted.
However, Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix shook her head in the end and said, "People can't be so shameless! We can't do it! "
Mahavairocana closed his eyes and thought for a while, and then he said, "Alright, since that's the case, I won't force you. Let them go!"
With that, Mahavairocana turned to the Grand Elder and said, "We won't make things difficult for the demon race. Can you promise not to interfere in this war?"
Obviously, the reason why Mahavairocana was so magnanimous was related to the Grand Elder's attitude. After all, the Grand Elder had the powerful Chaos Giant Spirit Race behind him. Once they joined the Heavenly Court, the situation would be extremely disadvantageous for the Buddhist Sect.
The Grand Elder ignored Mahavairocana and only looked at Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix with heartache.
Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix said helplessly, "You've already done enough for me. You can do whatever you want in the future, right?"
"Sigh!" The Grand Elder sighed helplessly and said, "Actually, I really want to compete with these bald donkeys. Unfortunately, my race's motto is to strictly remain neutral. I have no choice but to obey as the Grand Elder!"
With that, the Grand Elder said to Mahavairocana, "As long as you bastards don't provoke me, we can't be bothered with you!"
Then, the Grand Elder turned to the Nine Seals Demoness and said, "Looks like there's nothing for us to do here. Do you want to come with me?"
The Nine Seals Demoness was overjoyed when she heard that. She knew that the Grand Elder was worried about them and wanted to personally escort them.
Therefore, she hurriedly said, "Alright, alright, alright. Since the demon race has already taken a neutral stance, then there's no need for us to stay any longer. We'll return to the Eastern Royal Sky with you!"
With that, the Nine Seals Demoness immediately gave the order, and the entire fleet set sail. Under the Grand Elder's watch, they left Divine Sycamore Mountain with a bellyful of resentment.
Before they left, the Grand Elder said to Heavenly Empress Golden Phoenix, "Huahua, I know you're doing this for the good of the demon race. However, I feel that your actions might very well harm the demon race instead! Because in my eyes, Eastern Royal Song Zhong is someone who can defy the heavens! "
With that, he left without looking back. (To be continued. If you like this work, you're welcome to vote for it at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)
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