Mang Shusheng's Ink Painting Practice

Chapter 330 You forced me to speak!
Zhao Yifu watched the Buddha of Delight for another month... This person was actually trapped in the illusion for forty days and couldn't find a way to get out of it. What kind of person is this!
Oh no, in the end, the other party finally thought of using divine sense to scan the entire situation.

Naturally, the divine sense of the Buddha of Dipankara saw the infinite space of illusion.

Unfortunately, he had already been in the 'Infinite Dream Forbidden Zone' for forty days, during which time the number of parallel illusions that had sprung up was countless.

His primordial spirit was already overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information it was receiving, let alone the fact that he had taken another step forward at that moment...

Good heavens, the already countless parallel illusions underwent another fission, which caused his primordial spirit, which was barely able to hold on, to become overloaded.

‘Clang! ’

The Buddha statue with earrings that reached its shoulders collapsed headfirst to the ground.

Zhao Yifu blinked, thinking to himself, "Wow!"

Then he suddenly realized something: he couldn't let this guy faint here!
If he were to faint here, wouldn't that mean he'd given others a reason to cause trouble?

He didn't want to get involved in such troublesome matters.

So Zhao Yifu quickly thought of many ideas and finally came up with one.

He created a dream avatar and entered the same illusion.

This 'Infinite Dream Forbidden Zone' is actually the edge of the dream world, but it is connected to reality by its own special characteristics.

At the edge of this dream realm, Zhao Yifu could naturally pull people into it.

Just like now, although the body of the Buddha of Dipankara remained stationary, his consciousness was actually deeply immersed in the dream world.

As the master of the dream world, Zhao Yifu found the other person in the dream world.

It's quite amazing; this must be a deep dream of Dipankara Buddha.

In this deep dream, he was even dreaming of the Investiture of the Gods.

And he was clearly the protagonist of this Investiture of the Gods war, reborn as the Long-Eared Immortal Dingguang...

The only huge difference from reality is that in his deepest dream, he is the most loyal disciple of the Tongtian Sect Leader. Even when the Jie Sect was declining and the Tongtian Sect Leader was imprisoned by the Four Sages, he still stayed by his side without ever abandoning him...

What Zhao Yifu saw was the severely injured Tongtian Sect Leader, who had lost all his magical power. Chang'er Dingguangxian had gone through countless hardships to find a healing elixir, and despite being severely injured himself, he gently fed the Tongtian Sect Leader the medicine through his clenched teeth, which were bleeding slightly.

Good guy!
What Zhao Yifu saw was utterly appalling.

He never imagined that such a scene was hidden deep in the heart of the Buddha of Dipankara.
Zhao Yifu felt he couldn't bear to watch this outrageous plot, but wouldn't disturbing them at this moment make them angry?

Never mind, let him be for now.

In reality, Zhao Yifu was pondering how to deal with the Dingguang Huanxi Buddha when suddenly, with a clang, a sword rang out from his sleeve. The Juexian Sword, bestowed by the sage, shot out and planted itself in the ground in front of him.

"I didn't expect that even though this kid has already reached the level of a Buddha, he is still so unambitious."

A somewhat forlorn voice rang out.

The sound came from the hilt of the Immortal-Slaying Sword.

The Immortal-Slaying Sword actually resembled a small person, with its blade slightly curved and two gems on the hilt resembling eyes, looking out into the distance.

Good heavens, no wonder they sent the Immortal-Slaying Sword.

This sword is known for its ever-changing forms, so it can be considered a 'little swordsman'.

Zhao Yifu quickly clasped his hands in greeting and said, "Disciple Fuyinzi greets the Sage Ancestor."

The little swordsman twisted his body in an instant, and the originally sharp sword blade twisted into a pretzel!

It said in a nonchalant tone, "The eldest brother is truly blessed to have such a disciple."

"It is lamentable that our Jie Sect, which once enjoyed such great prestige, has ended up in such a state."

Zhao Yifu didn't know how to respond, or rather, he shouldn't have responded at all.

So the Tongtian avatar possessing the Immortal-Slaying Sword didn't waste any more words and asked directly, "You are the ruler of the Dream Realm, what kind of dream is this kid having now?"

Zhao Yifu broke out in a cold sweat and quickly said, "This dream is hard to explain, I can't explain it clearly."

The Tongtian Sect Leader was a man who was used to acting decisively... or rather, reckless. When he heard Zhao Yifu stammering, he readily said, "If you can't explain it clearly, then draw it. Aren't you a very good artist?"

Zhao Yifu felt even more uneasy.

He said, "This is not a good idea. His dream was actually a bit disrespectful to the patriarch. I'm afraid that if I draw it, it will damage the patriarch's reputation."

The Immortal Sword sneered, "A lie can't become the truth. You just keep drawing. I want to see how this kid is going to fabricate my story!"

"Draw freely and boldly, I will never blame you."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yifu could only sigh inwardly: This is what you asked for!
Left with no other choice, Zhao Yifu took out paper and pen and began to write.

His painting skills are now truly extraordinary, combining technique with spirit and form. In addition, he uses the splashed ink technique to create works in one stroke, vividly depicting rich plots and artistic conceptions with the simplest lines.

Indeed, his art has reached a new level.

While striving to downplay certain figures in the scene and still satisfying the requirements of the sages and patriarchs, he painted a picture that used the simplest brushstrokes to depict the most complex situation...

With just a few strokes, the image of the long-eared Dingguangxian is outlined, but even though it is only an outline, it clearly depicts her sickly and pretentious characteristics.

With just a few strokes, he vividly depicted the image of the Tongtian Sect Leader.

Although he has no facial features, one can still sense that he is severely injured after a great battle, yet his saintly majesty remains undiminished.

However, the figures in the two paintings are in a rather strange state.

The long-eared Dingguangxian stood beside them like a delicate young wife, and even served them a bowl of something.

The scene was so vivid; you could almost hear the characters saying, "Master, it's time to take your medicine!" just by looking through the painting.

In that instant, the world changed color.

After a terrifying silence, the Immortal-Slaying Sword suddenly flew up and stabbed mercilessly at the sleeping Buddha Dingguang Huanxi in the illusion array.

Clearly, the Tongtian Sect Leader, who was always reckless in his actions, could not tolerate this scene and decided to stab the person who created it to death.

As for whether Zhao Yifu was the one who actually brought this scene into reality?
What could be done? Zhao Yifu had already declined repeatedly, but it was something He insisted on…

Just then, a Tai Chi diagram suddenly flew up beside Zhao Yifu, suppressing the Immortal-Slaying Sword.

Zhao Yifu turned his head as if sensing something, and saw that in the direction the Taiji diagram had flown up, Grandmaster Xuandu was smiling awkwardly at him.

Good guy!
Zhao Yifu thought that after he became a Great Luo Golden Immortal, his master Xuandu would come less often. It turns out that he had been hiding in the mountains, concealing his aura with the Taiji Diagram all along!
However, this Taiji diagram is definitely not being controlled by Grand Master Xuandu, but rather by the Sage Taiqing trying to "break up" it.

The Tai Chi diagram kept blocking the Immortal-Slaying Sword, like an older brother pulling his irritable younger brother back, advising him: It's not that bad, it's not that bad...

However, before Zhao Yifu could even see what was happening, another thing flew up next to him.

It was a small apricot-colored flag.

After unfolding, golden lotuses fell down, blocking the path of the Immortal-Slaying Sword along with the Tai Chi diagram, appearing to offer kind advice.

Xuandu asked in surprise, "This is the Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner. How come Second Uncle also arranged people here?"

Zhao Yifu was dumbfounded. He quickly turned his head and saw Xuan Yin Cha Nu looking at him apologetically from a small ravine not far from Baiyun Mountain.

Good heavens, it turns out this woman has been his neighbor all along.

It's unclear whether he's keeping an eye on Youquan or acting as an informant for Yuanshi Tianzun. Or perhaps it's both.

Melancholy.

Zhao Yifu was very distressed. He realized that he was surrounded by spies.

The Buddhist sect has already sent two groups of people, while the Chan sect has always had a double agent by its side. Not to mention their own people like their grandmaster, even the Tongtian Sage, who had no one else to rely on, actually came to his side personally through the Juexian Sword...

Good grief, what does this mean?

Has he become the target of the power struggle among these three realms' bigwigs?

Zhao Yifu suddenly felt somewhat apprehensive.

He didn't seem to have done anything strange, did he?
Why bother?
Zhao Yifu couldn't understand it.

However, the Immortal-Slaying Sword had already subsided.

It spun back to Zhao Yifu and said in a frustrated and helpless tone, "Fine, let's spare this man's life for now."

It's rare that he actually spoke softly.

That's a soft approach.

Because sages can no longer interfere with the operation of the Three Realms, if the Tongtian Sect Leader had insisted on his own way, then he would have violated this rule.

It's hard to say what specific punishment will be, but the other two saints joined forces to stop the Tongtian Sect Leader from acting rashly.

However, the moment the Immortal-Slaying Sword flew back, it said, "Boy, quickly burn that painting of yours! Burn it completely, don't leave even a trace!"

Zhao Yifu was about to agree when he looked down and his expression froze.

The Immortal-Slaying Sword realized something and exclaimed, "Where's the painting?!"

Good heavens, a 'disappearance trick' right under our noses!

What an astonishing scene! In the presence of the three sages, a painting that had caught the attention of the sages was able to disappear.

Zhao Yifu spread his hands, completely giving up resistance; this was something he absolutely couldn't control.

The Tongtian Sect Leader immediately broke down, shouting, "Big Brother, it must be you, right?"

From the Tai Chi diagram came Lao Tzu's slow, leisurely voice: "Don't spout nonsense. What use would I have for that painting?"

Zhao Yifu was the first to disbelieve it.

This isn't the first time his paintings have been stolen; the thief actually reached into his sleeve!

He certainly won't say anything about it.

Then the hilt of the Immortal-Slaying Sword turned towards the Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner, and the voice of the Tongtian Sect Leader rang out: "Second Brother, is that you?!"

A cold, aloof voice rang out from within the apricot-yellow banner: "What a joke!"

The Master of Heaven suddenly lost confidence and muttered to himself, "Could it be my teacher..."

"Boom!"

Suddenly, thunder roared in the sky, followed by a flash of purple lightning.

The Immortal-Slaying Sword immediately fell silent.

It seemed that the Tongtian Sect Leader had temporarily withdrawn his consciousness, and the Juexian Sword subsequently landed on the ground in front of Zhao Yifu.

Then the Wuji apricot yellow flag also rolled back and returned to a mountain valley at the foot of Baiyun Mountain.

The Mysterious Yin Maiden reached out and took the flag, and then the area where she was located seemed to have been wiped off the ground, leaving no trace.

The Taiji diagram remained motionless as it landed in front of Zhao Yifu, upon which came a thought from Laozi: "Indeed, if the Three Realms were not already on the verge of their end, you could probably become another sage in this world with your talents."

Zhao Yifu was somewhat surprised, but not excited.

He had heard many teachings and gained insights from them.

If one pursues the ultimate Dao realm of the Three Realms, it is actually about severing the three corpses and achieving the perfection of the Dao realm. However, that does not make one a saint, and even achieving perfection would not make one a quasi-saint. In terms of realm, one would still be within the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm.

In Zhao Yifu's view, a sage is more like a power and a responsibility.

The authority greatly amplifies the power that the Great Luo Dao Realm can control, while the responsibility requires these Heavenly Dao Saints to act in accordance with certain rules.

As for why everyone wants to become a saint?

Zhao Yifu could understand this as well. After all, for those Great Luo Golden Immortals who stood at the pinnacle of the Dao Realm, becoming a saint meant being able to elevate their perspective to the same level as the Heavenly Dao.

The closer one gets to the Heavenly Dao, the closer one gets to the next realm... if there is one.

Upon hearing Laozi's praise, Zhao Yifu quickly and humbly replied, "Master, you flatter me. I am truly humbled."

Lao Jun smiled and continued, "No rush. You should first achieve the Hunyuan Daluo Golden Immortal realm. Once you have this Hunyuan Dao Fruit, you can pursue a saintly position or find another way to advance further."

Zhao Yifu agreed wholeheartedly.

The term "Hun Yuan" refers to the origin of all things, which means that when one fully comprehends this Dao realm, one can achieve a state of perfect unity. The Hun Yuan Daluo Golden Immortal represents the true perfection of the Dao realm, and therefore, those who attain sainthood are necessarily Hun Yuan Daluo Golden Immortals, but Hun Yuan Daluo Golden Immortals are not necessarily saints.

He replied, "Yes, Master, I will certainly work hard."

At this moment, he suddenly realized the realm of his grandmaster, Xuandu, and asked, "Grandmaster, could it be that my grandmaster Xuandu has already become a Primordial Golden Immortal?"

Xuandu laughed and said, "Indeed, otherwise how could my teacher have been so confident in letting me graduate?"

Zhao Yifu was surprised to hear this, but he also felt that it was the right thing to do.

He then thought of the situation of Dipankara Buddha and asked, "Grandmaster, I am curious about the Buddha positions in Buddhism. Why is Dipankara Buddha like this..."

Xuan Du laughed and said, "So easily defeated, is that it?"

"The reason is very simple: the position of Buddha in Buddhism is actually modeled after the position of saint!"

"They regarded the Western Paradise as a shared world for all Buddhas, and by dividing up the Buddha positions, they were essentially elevating that person to the state of a Great Luo Golden Immortal."

"This state only improves one's perspective; the true level of understanding still requires one's own comprehension."

“Those with good comprehension, like the three great Bodhisattvas, can achieve the status of Great Golden Immortal without even needing a Buddha position. But those with poor comprehension, like the Buddha of Dipankara, are only good in name even if they sit in a Buddha position.”

Zhao Yifu finally understood.

I just think that the Buddhist sect's approach is really quite ingenious.

Of course, wouldn't the Taoist sages have thought of such an operation?
It's likely that it could be achieved if forced, but Zhao Yifu only understood the underlying principles and knew the potential consequences of distributing Buddhist positions in this way. It's estimated that the Daoist sages wouldn't want their disciples to take such a shortcut.

Zhao Yifu pondered silently, and the Taiji diagram disappeared above Xuandu's head.

At that moment, he suddenly felt a surge of yang energy and spiritual energy washing over his entire body.

Good heavens, where did this come from?!
The sheer volume of this yang energy is unprecedented!

If we had to make a comparison, the only time we could even remotely compare them was when the portraits of Master Xuandu were stolen a few times before.

The sheer magnitude of this wave of Yang energy and spiritual energy made Zhao Yifu uneasy.

He gradually realized that it had roughly three sources, two of which were roughly equal in quantity, while the third source was even more than the first two combined.

As for why this wave of yang energy and spiritual energy exists?

Zhao Yifu immediately thought of the stolen scroll...

Therefore, it's very likely that the Tongtian Sect Leader was right about the three people who stole the painting...

(End of this chapter)