If you don't give up, I'd like to be your adoptive father.

Chapter 1271 Two Buddhist Treasures
"Can the protective magic weapon that the Buddha Burning Lamp gave you be used to fight against a Great Luo Golden Immortal?" Xiao Yu asked.

"How could we possibly fight against a Grand Luo Golden Immortal?" The old monk shook his head repeatedly. "Even a Celestial Immortal would be in trouble. If we encounter a demon king with great supernatural powers, we must run away quickly."

Xiaoyu put her hand to her forehead, utterly speechless.

"Do you know that the great calamity of heaven and earth is in full swing right now? When the rebels and the Qin army are fighting, there are often Golden Immortals in command? Behind every hidden dragon, there is at least one Quasi-Great Luo standing!"
You, an outsider monk, have entered this chaotic land and are doing things ten times more dangerous than fighting for the dragon, yet even celestial beings can't withstand you. How about I give you the identity of a 'Celestial Master' and you can hide in the Black Ice Platform's secret chamber and study?

You don't need to worry about anything on a regular basis, and don't go out and wander around aimlessly. If you feel restless, just take a walk around Xianyang City, but don't run around.

A few months later, you and I, together with other Celestial Masters, will continue the "Taoist and Buddhist Convergence, Grand Ritual in Luotian".

With a master like him around, I can relax a bit more.

If she still can't survive this, there's nothing more she can do.

This was the safest method that Grand Tutor Yu could think of.

The great calamity is reaching its climax. She has too many things to do and too many formidable enemies to deal with, so it's impossible for her to stay in Xianyang to protect the old monk.

The old monk had to rely on himself.

Chi Jiuluo breathed a sigh of relief, a smile appearing on his face, along with a hint of excitement. "Can this old monk really become the Celestial Master of Great Qin? Will it make things difficult for the Grand Tutor?"
This old monk understands that although the Grand Tutor appears to be glamorous, in reality, every step he takes is like walking on thin ice, as if facing an abyss.

This old monk doesn't want to be a burden to you, and even Dipankara Buddha told me not to cause you any trouble.

Grand Tutor Yu shook his head and said, "It's not difficult for you to just be a Celestial Master."

The Ying clan even prepared to migrate westward if they could not hold onto their kingdom.

The celestial masters of the Imperial Observatory also knew about the "Ying clan's westward migration plan".

They would naturally not refuse to establish connections with trustworthy Buddhist disciples at this time.

The old monk said excitedly, "I originally only thought that, under the protection of the Grand Tutor, I could walk through the streets and alleys of Xianyang City and let the people of the capital know about 'Buddha' and 'the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss'. That would make my trip worthwhile."

To be able to become the Celestial Master of Qin and preside over the national sacrificial ceremony has far exceeded my greatest dream.

Xiaoyu frowned and said, "I feel a little more at ease knowing you think that way. It's safer for you to behave yourself."

But with such petty ambitions, how can you live up to the Buddha's plans and the instructions of Dipankara Buddha?

These two powerful figures, joining forces to create such a huge commotion, must have something important up their sleeves, right?

The old monk shook his head and said, "I am certainly not worthy of the Buddha's planning, nor am I worthy of the special entrustment of Dipankara Buddha."

"My acquaintance with the Grand Tutor is the sole reason I left Tianmen Town for Xianyang."

He certainly has self-awareness.

Xiao Yu said, "What can I do now? Didn't the Buddha Ran Deng tell me to do my best to protect myself?"

She planned to do nothing but her own thing. The spread of Buddhism to the East. To hell with it!

The old monk said, "What the Tathagata thinks is not the same as what the Buddha wishes."

Buddha hopes you will protect yourself and not risk your life for Tathagata's plan.

Of course, the Buddha did not want the Grand Tutor to disregard his own safety and directly build temples and spread Buddhism in Xianyang.

Xiaoyu sighed, "Even if I want to spread Buddhism, I don't have the ability!"

The few Buddhist scriptures I possess were passed down from you and Zen Master Wuchao; they are introductory texts.

I have absolutely no knowledge of the fundamental teachings of Buddhism.

"If you don't know how, you can learn slowly. Once the Grand Tutor goes to Mount Ling, the Sutra Repository will definitely be fully open to him."

All Buddhist scriptures and all supernatural powers and techniques can be found in the Sutra Repository.

The old monk first offered a word of comfort, then said, "Actually, Buddha didn't formulate a detailed plan, but only a general strategy, hoping that Grand Tutor would help the Buddhist sect when he could."

Grand Tutor himself probably didn't even notice.

Your current status is too noble; every move and word you make can greatly influence the political landscape of the Central Plains.

What you might consider trivial could be a crucial factor in changing the course of Buddhism's eastward transmission to Lingshan.

For example, the divine position of the Dragon King of the Huai River last time.

The Grand Tutor didn't care about a Dragon Lord's position at all, but for Mount Ling, it was a very, very good opportunity.

If a celestial dragon were to take charge of the Huai River, it would be much simpler to spread the Dharma throughout the Huai region.

Xiao Yu's heart stirred, and she said, "The position of the Dragon Lord of Huai River is gone, but I have recently acquired a better position in Hengshan."

"These are divine talismans that I created myself. Are you interested, Spirit Mountain?"

The old monk was startled upon hearing this. "Is it Mount Heng, one of the Five Sacred Mountains?"

Xiaoyu proudly recounted how she hatched Hengshan and used the five-colored stones to mend the sky.

The old monk said, "Last night I heard those two old monks talk about the story of Hengshan mending the sky."

Grand Tutor is truly amazing!

Even though I've traveled extensively and seen a lot, hearing this story still felt like listening to a myth or legend.

The question is, can such important divine positions as the Five Sacred Mountains Gods be so easily given to disciples of Mount Ling?

Xiaoyu frankly said, "I have no interest in becoming the God of Hengshan, so it has no value to me."

I don't get along with Huang Feihu and his gang, so I'll choose a monk to be their 'brother,' to annoy them, to disgust them, and to cause infighting among the Five Mountains. I'll be so happy to see that!

By the way, I think Buddha's second disciple, Jin Chanzi, has the bearing of an emperor and could serve as the 'Emperor of Hengshan'.

If he comes to the Central Plains, I will personally teach him how to become the God of Hengshan.

Without a doubt, I am now universally recognized as the 'Mother of Hengshan,' the 'Mother of the Five Sacred Mountains,' and the 'Old Mother of Qiushan.'

The old mother was teaching her son. "Ahem, I will take good care of Jin Chanzi as if he were my own son."

The old monk's gaunt face was contorted in pain.

"If Jin Chanzi wants to become a Buddha, he probably doesn't want to enter the path of gods."

Xiaoyu said solemnly, "The eastward transmission of Buddhism is a great cause. Isn't it only right to sacrifice one's own interests for the sake of this great cause?"
He is a direct disciple of the Buddha, so he should be even more concerned about his master's affairs!

The old monk grumbled, "The divine position of the Hengshan Emperor is extremely prestigious!"
Perhaps we shouldn't let the Buddha and his followers benefit. Our lineage of ancient Buddhas also has many Arhats and Bodhisattvas!

Xiao Yu really wanted to give him a good whack on the head and shout into the tiny brain inside his skull: "The Hengshan divine position is a conspiracy. Any bald monk who sits on it will die a horrible death. You can see that, so why are you blinded by greed?"
"This is the Buddha's plan! We must heed the instructions of Dipankara Buddha, do our best to protect ourselves, and not cause any trouble."

"By the way, what benefits will I receive for helping Buddha?" "Buddha said that he promises to give you a Buddha position," the old monk said.

Xiaoyu shook her head and said, "Only the Buddhahood that one attains through one's own efforts has meaning. The Buddhahood bestowed upon one at most increases one's power and authority, but it is of no use to transcendence."

"It's not useless. After attaining Buddhahood, the speed of cultivation will be much faster," the old monk said.

"Blessed by the Buddha." Xiaoyu was moved. Her hands, hidden in her sleeves, quickly calculated for a moment, and a thoughtful look appeared on her face. "Last night, when I used Buddhist scriptures to deliver the vengeful spirits, I inexplicably summoned a projection of the Pure Land."

Although it is a projection, it has a real world gateway.

A radiant light emanates from it, capable of cleansing the resentment from vengeful spirits and allowing them to truly enter the Pure Land.

The old monk pondered and said, "This state of 'wherever the Buddha goes, there is a Pure Land' either means that one has cultivated great Buddhist supernatural powers and can summon the Pure Land with those powers; or, Grand Master, you have already become a Buddha."

He then thought of the two Buddhist treasures in his heart, which only the Buddha was worthy of.

Xiao Yu glanced at him and said, "It's getting late. Fatty and the others should have prepared the meal. Let's go back to the Grand Tutor's Mansion."

Fat Moller ordered a vegetarian feast from a restaurant outside, but the wine was the "Golden Wave Honey Wine" that the Jade Emperor had bestowed upon him last time.

Since Chi Jiuluo had agreed to stay in Da Qin as a Celestial Master, Grand Tutor Yu also called over several guests and introduced them to each other.

There were three Grand Celestial Masters from the Imperial Observatory: Guan Zhenren, Huihe Zhenren, and Yang Li, as well as Ying Ziying and his son, the Prefect of Xianyang.

They should have invited the Imperial Guard, but since his "memorial day" was in the next few days, Grand Tutor Yu didn't go to disturb him.

With just one sentence, Grand Tutor Yu made everyone accept Chi Jiu Luo's teachings with equanimity: "This Master Chi Jiu Luo is a holy monk who attained enlightenment in the West. He is famous and revered by thousands in the Liusha Domain."

I initially learned Buddhism from him.

Today, we have specially invited him to join the Imperial Observatory to be in charge of matters related to the westward migration of the Ying clan.

The Qin Dynasty is not yet destroyed, so we cannot give up hope and must continue to strive to regain the Mandate of Heaven. However, there are some things we should prepare for as soon as possible.

Regarding affairs in the Central Plains, you should also introduce Master Chijiuluo to some basics. He has never been a Celestial Master before, so help him familiarize himself with the Three Palaces and Nine Departments.

Many of the "old celestial masters" in the Imperial Observatory have already discussed with Grand Master Yu that if the Qin Dynasty were to truly fall and the country were to move west, they would have no choice but to take their leave and return to their respective Taoist temples.

Even Guan Zhenren, who was closest to the Ying clan, only agreed to go to the west with Yu Taishi. After the Ying clan's "Western Qin Kingdom" was settled, he would stay in the west for several decades before returning to the Central Plains.

Since none of them intend to become "Celestial Masters of Western Qin," and they need to maintain good relations with the Buddhist community of Mount Ling even after going to the West, it is reasonable to introduce a "Monk Celestial Master" at this time, even though it is a bit irritating.

During the banquet, Ying Ziying was particularly enthusiastic towards Chi Jiuluo, and even offered to help the head monk build a "Celestial Master's Mansion", which the head monk politely declined.

Chi Jiuluo usually hides in the Imperial Observatory. Even when he has to stay outside, he goes to the empty Grand Tutor Yu's mansion.

After the banquet, Grand Tutor Yu followed the old custom and led Chi Jiuluo to the Temple of Heaven to request three imperial edicts.

As expected, Chi Jiuluo, who did not understand the Heavenly Master's Law, was not granted the title of "Land Heavenly Master" by the Heavenly Court.

However, the Heavenly Court accepted and recognized the imperial edict from the Qin Dynasty appointing Chi Jiuluo as the Celestial Master.

Thus, Chijiuluo obtained the true and genuine "power of the Celestial Master".

Afterwards, they requested fiefdoms, and the former kings of the Ying clan responded warmly. However, they could not grant the Grand Monk even a shred of power or clan fortune. Power and clan fortune had already been entirely entrusted to Grand Tutor Yu.

After going through the whole process, it was already dark. Under Chi Jiuluo's subtle hints, Xiaoyu led him underground under the pretext of observing the Qinling dragon vein, using the aura of the ancestral dragon to obscure the secrets of heaven.

Chijiu Luo no longer hesitated, and reached his hand to his chest. A crack appeared in his chest, and golden light shone brightly from within, with the faint sound of Buddhist chanting that could be heard.

He took out a palm-sized lotus flower from his "heart," and the lotus flower bloomed, transforming into a seven-inch-sized lotus platform.

The lotus leaves, as if cast in gold, exude a faint fragrance of lotus blossoms, creating a pure and pristine atmosphere.

The lotus platform was as white as jade, with a faint golden light shining through it, and within that golden light was a scent that Xiaoyu was very familiar with.

"Could the lotus flower, which naturally contains the merits of heaven and earth, be the legendary Golden Lotus of Merit?" she exclaimed in shock.

Chi Jiuluo nodded solemnly, "It is the 'Eight-Rank Merit Golden Lotus' in the Eight Treasures Merit Pool."

Aside from innate spiritual treasures, the highest grade among the lotus platforms cultivated by Mount Ling is only eighth grade.

The two old monks I met last night were probably Buddhas from Lingshan.

This old monk suspects that one of them is the Buddha.

Because he had always been in charge of the Eight Treasures Merit Pond, and the Golden Lotus of Merit was the most precious lotus in the pond.

He gestured for Grand Tutor Yu to accept the lotus platform, and then used his "telepathy" to teach him a set of techniques for refining the precious lotus platform.

Xiaoyu has never studied any formal Buddhist teachings, but her spiritual realm is extremely high; she has already advanced from a half-Buddha to an "eighty-tenths Buddha mind."

She mastered the incantation in a short time, and with a thought, the lotus platform expanded to the size of a round table and automatically landed at her feet.

A cool, comfortable, and carefree feeling spread throughout every cell of Xiaoyu's body.

The surrounding spiritual energy of heaven and earth was also attracted, surging towards her and being filtered through the lotus platform, transforming into an even purer "lotus spiritual energy." Even her "eighty percent of her Buddha-heart" was cleansed.

It cannot directly elevate one's spiritual state, but it can keep the mind in a peak state at all times.

However, none of the above are the most important functions of the lotus platform.

Standing on the lotus platform, Xiaoyu immediately felt "absolutely safe." It was as if no attack could harm her.

One of the core functions of the Golden Lotus of Merit is indeed defense.

Standing on the lotus platform, she can, to a certain extent, be "indestructible by all laws".

Chi Jiuluo continued to reach into his "heart," this time pulling out a dull, dark gold lump.

It was about the size of his own thumb, and it did not emit any dazzling light, nor did it trigger any primordial energy tide.

It looked ordinary, but Chijiuluo held it in both hands, his thin, old face full of piety.

"Grand Tutor, do you know what this is?"

After merging one-tenth of his body with the Purple Mansion, Xiaoyu was able to directly see traces of the Great Dao.

To the untrained eye, the dark golden mass was inconspicuous, but to her it was a “chaotic yet orderly” “Great Dao thread”—countless Great Dao laws were attached to the bone in a slightly disordered manner.

"Could it be a relic of the Buddha?"

Chi Jiuluo glanced at her with some surprise and nodded, saying, "Grand Tutor, you have a good eye! It is indeed a Buddha relic."

It comes from the original 'Buddha who transmitted the Dharma', Amitabha Buddha.

The 'Amitabha Buddha' that our monks chant is Him.

(End of this chapter)