Investiture of the Gods: I am Bigan, the Master of Conspiracy

Chapter 153 Reveals the Great Secret of Duobao, Shocking the Intercepting Sect!

The fact that Jieyin made such a choice, causing the entire Western religion to completely submit to Mahayana Buddhism, is truly a major earthquake for the Three Realms.

Almost everyone was dumbfounded.

The great religion of the sages, coupled with the flourishing fortunes of the Western religion, unexpectedly gave way to it all.

Even a sage would be astonished by the act of guiding him.

Nuwa was filled with shock: "Brother, Jieyin and Zhunti are actually so willing to give up the Western Sect!"

Fuxi pondered for a moment: "The original intention of the two Westerners was to revive the West. Since Mahayana Buddhism is stronger than Western religion, we should yield to them according to our original intention and help Duobao become famous. However, could it be that Taishang could not have predicted that the two Westerners would do such a thing?"

Nuwa frowned and said, "If Jieyin and Zhunti can do this, Laozi might be able to deduce it as well. This plan is indeed brilliant, almost flawless. However, the only way to break it is to integrate with the Western religion. I don't know the details of Laozi's plan. Could it be that it is only aimed at Ziyu?"

Fuxi frowned upon hearing this, for he could not deduce what Laozi was planning.
The matter of "converting the barbarians" was indeed remarkable, as it disrupted the fortunes of the West and caused the West to fall into decline in one fell swoop.

However, if the Western religion is truly determined to integrate and make Duobao the leader, it will cultivate a top-level force in the Three Realms, wouldn't that make all the previous efforts to convert the barbarians go to waste?

It seems impossible that Lao Tzu couldn't have foreseen this.

Is this intentional leniency? Or is it merely a tactic to target Yin Ziyu?
Fuxi sighed, "No matter what, Ziyu has indeed encountered a formidable enemy. In the future, Duobao will replace Guangchengzi and Xuandu to fight against Ziyu."

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Since the decline of the Heavenly Dao's literary fortune, the entire Three Realms have undergone tremendous changes, with countless inconceivable transformations occurring in a very short period of time.

Lao Tzu's conversion of barbarians, Amitabha Buddha's choice, and Duobao's attainment of Buddhahood.
Even the most powerful figures were completely dumbfounded and utterly astonished at this moment.

"Unexpectedly, the two Western sages so readily relinquished their great teachings; it is truly unbelievable!"

"I never imagined that Duobao would become the biggest beneficiary of this, gaining such great fortune and merit in one fell swoop!"

"It's not just about great merit and fortune; the entire future of the West rests on Duobao's body. The destiny of Heaven lies in the West. I wonder how far Duobao will go once the next great calamity arrives!"

"I never expected that Duobao would have such a good opportunity. The one with the greatest opportunity this time is none other than Duobao!"

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The dramatic changes in the Three Realms have sparked widespread discussion and debate.

Those most shocked by this were the members of the Jie Sect.

The Holy Mother of the Tortoise Spirit exclaimed in astonishment, "Duobao... he actually became a Buddha, and even possesses such great fortune! How could this be!"

Wu Yunxian then said, "I never imagined that the changes in the Three Realms would end like this!"

Bixiao exclaimed in surprise, "So many quasi-saints have appeared in Buddhism! All three great masters of the Chan Sect have entered the quasi-saint realm. I wonder what Guangchengzi will think when he sees this!"

Wen Zhong exclaimed in surprise, "Why is this? The Buddhist fortune has grown so immensely that several people have advanced to the Quasi-Saint level!"

For a moment, everyone was quite astonished, never expecting that the divine decree bestowing its blessings would ultimately turn out this way!
Yin Ziyu remained calm. Although the Investiture of the Gods had undergone many changes, the overall trend remained the same. With the power of the Heavenly Saints, the entire Three Realms had changed, but the trend would not deviate from the general course.

For a sage, fabricating a few people and creating a stir is nothing more than a casual act.

Even Duobao can create a vast Saha world and countless sentient beings in the blink of an eye, let alone sages and the heavenly realms.
Yunxiao looked at Yin Ziyu: "Ziyu, why is that?"

Yin Ziyu sighed, "The overall situation is now complete!"

What is meant by "the great perfection"?

Everyone looked at Yin Ziyu with suspicion, and all of them were very solemn about Mahayana Buddhism today.

Yin Ziyu explained, "The Western religion is a path of the past and is not suitable for the present, while Mahayana Buddhism is suitable for the present and has even bestowed the title of Future Buddha. Now, the entire West can be considered to have achieved perfection in the three periods of past, present, and future, moving from the Saha world to the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss. This also makes the Western Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss no longer just empty talk. Thus, the great trend of the West can be considered complete. When the great trend is complete, the fortune will naturally increase greatly. Then, those who have been trapped in the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm for a long time will naturally sever their corpses. This is only natural!"

Golden Spirit Mother frowned and said, "The Supreme Lord's original intention was to divide the West, but now the West has become a behemoth, the number one in the Three Realms. I don't know if this was intentional or unintentional!"

Although the Huahu (non-Han people) situation remains unchanged, Yin Ziyu is not entirely sure whether the Supreme Lord (Taishang) did it intentionally or unintentionally. He also doesn't know whether the Supreme Lord knows whether Duobao is reliable. There are both conspiracies and long-term plans involved!
Yin Ziyu neither confirmed nor denied this, and immediately said: "Whether it is intentional or unintentional, Mahayana Buddhism has now become our great enemy!"

"Ziyu, how should we deal with the future?"

Yin Ziyu pondered for a moment and said, "Now that Mahayana Buddhism has emerged, it must establish its authority, announce it to the Three Realms, and hold a grand event. Let us respond accordingly!"

The Golden Spirit Mother asked curiously, "A grand event? If it is a grand event, what will it be like?"

Looking at the overwhelming momentum of the West, Yin Ziyu said calmly, "The grand gathering is nothing more than a show of force to suppress the East. Once the grand gathering suppresses the East, it will inevitably lead to their overwhelming momentum and eastward advance during the next great calamity. If nothing unexpected happens, once the Human Sect and the Chan Sect allow them to enter the East, they will definitely come to annihilate us in one fell swoop!"

The Golden Spirit Mother hurriedly asked, "Then how will this grand gathering suppress us?"

Yin Ziyu said calmly, "It's nothing more than a discussion and a contest. The discussion will demonstrate the advanced nature of their own Dao, and the contest will use supernatural powers to subdue others! Given the current situation in the Three Realms, there are still such large groups of independent cultivators. Buddhism will inevitably try to divide and disintegrate them. Therefore, this grand event will happen soon. Let's wait and see!"

Mahayana Buddhism has just emerged and has already shown an overwhelming momentum.

With countless forces in the Three Realms, the other party would inevitably make calculations and identify potential enemies. Since the Human Sect and the Chan Sect are assisting the West, they are certainly not potential enemies. Therefore, the only potential enemies are Yin Ziyu and the Jie Sect.

As for independent cultivator groups, they are not potential enemies, but they need to be divided and dismantled!
Yunxiao's expression was serious: "In that case, once the Buddhist festival takes place, it will be a great crisis for us!" Yin Ziyu nodded: "Since it is a great crisis, there is both great danger and great opportunity. Now all parties in the three realms will be watching how we deal with it. Duobao will also regard us as a hypothetical enemy. If we are suppressed, the fortune of the East will decline. If we have another chance, it can also improve our fortune and gather the power on our side."

"Wouldn't that be like the grand gathering of the Immortals of the East and South Poles?"

Yin Ziyu shook his head: "They are not the same. The Penglai Grand Gathering is a true confrontation, which will cause the scattered cultivators and great gods of the Three Realms to resist the order of the saints. The future Buddhist Grand Gathering, on the other hand, will inevitably use the name of the competition to exert its influence. If it loses the competition, it will inevitably be at a disadvantage in the debate on the Dao. In this way, Buddhism will be able to take advantage of the situation and gain the support of the world. In the future, its eastward expansion will be as unstoppable as a hot knife through butter!"

Yin Ziyu's words immediately made everyone's expressions solemn, serious, and incredulous.

The Investiture of the Gods war shows that force is the foundation of all principles.

Even if your weapon is advanced, if you lose in a fight, you lose everything.

The Holy Mother of Golden Spirit nodded in agreement: "If Ziyu's deduction is correct, then the discussion of Dao will begin with a contest, and the discussion will proceed after the contest. If we lose the contest, we will inevitably be at a disadvantage in the discussion of Dao!"

Yin Ziyu nodded: "That's right. We should take this opportunity to cultivate supernatural abilities as soon as possible and use them to determine who is superior. If we use spiritual treasures, it would be unfair to win!"

Yunxiao was taken aback: "If supernatural powers determine who is superior, then we should hurry up and cultivate our supernatural powers!"

Yin Ziyu nodded: "If I were Duobao, I would definitely be cautious and would not reveal a single detail before the grand event. I would arrange the competition conditions to my advantage and ensure that there are no mistakes. Then I would invite all parties in the Three Realms to the grand event, announce seemingly fair rules, and first test supernatural powers. With Kong Xuan present, we can then discuss the Dao after the competition. In that case, we would have the overall situation under control. Before the grand event, Duobao would definitely comprehend our Dao. Duobao comes from the Jie Sect, so his understanding of the Jie Sect's Dao will naturally surpass his master's. In this way, refuting the fairies of the Jie Sect would be a piece of cake. With this plan, the grand strategy can be successful!"

Yin Ziyu's words immediately made everyone solemn.

Upon hearing this, the Golden Spirit Mother's expression turned solemn: "If we're talking about the Dao, Duobao is indeed superior to his master in the Dao of the Jie Sect. But does Duobao truly intend to destroy our Jie Sect? Does he have no regard for our past?"

After listening, Yin Ziyu pondered for a moment and said, "To see if Duobao intends to destroy the Jie Sect, we must first see if Duobao is loyal to the Jie Sect!"

Qiongxiao frowned in thought: "In the past, Senior Brother Duobao was selfless and loyal to the Jie Sect when he accepted disciples and taught the Dao. As for the Zhuxian Sword Formation's sneak attack on the Sage, it was probably done in a fit of anger!"

Yunxiao then asked, "Can Ziyu discern Duobao's heart?"

Yin Ziyu smiled faintly: "Was the sneak attack on a sage truly an act of anger? To do something knowing it's futile is either courting death or a calculated scheme. Do you, the fairies of the Jie Sect, think that Duobao's nature is impulsive or scheming? If he's like Fellow Daoist Zhao Gongming, then it's normal; if not, then it's not! A wise person plans carefully before acting, not acting on a whim. A good strategist is not confused in the face of events, nor does he become agitated in the face of change!"

Lao Tzu once made the same judgment about Yin Ziyu, and Yin Ziyu also asked the members of the Jie Sect about it.

Currently, the members of the Jie Sect do not have a clear understanding of whether Duobao's attainment of Buddhahood constitutes a betrayal of the sect.

However, Yin Ziyu knew that Duobao was bound to betray the sect. Moreover, as the leader of the Western sect, he needed to lead this group to conquer the East and seek the Primordial Chaos. This cause and effect had already been severed. Duobao's attainment of Buddhahood had already been announced to the Heavenly Dao!

However, the members of the Jie Sect were also harboring some wishful thinking. Yin Ziyu had to shatter their illusions, but he had to do so in a reasonable way.
Yin Ziyu's words immediately stunned everyone.

Bixiao immediately said, "Senior Brother Duobao is steady in his actions and arranges the affairs of the Jie Sect in a thorough manner. He is by no means a reckless person!"

Upon hearing this, the Holy Mother of the Tortoise Spirit exclaimed in surprise: "I am far more reckless than Duobao. So, when Duobao led ten thousand immortals to invite Master to a duel during the Immortal Slaughtering Sword Formation, was that also intentional?"

The Holy Mother of Wudang muttered to herself, "Knowing that defeat is inevitable, she still chose to fight. To launch a sneak attack on the Holy One during the final battle, if not out of impulse, must have been premeditated. If it was premeditated, then could Duobao be a spy for the Human Sect?"

Yin Ziyu looked to the west and said, "Ignoring the process and intentions, Duobao has already obtained the greatest benefit since the Investiture of the Gods. He has great fortune and merit, controls the entire West, and even the two Western Saints have yielded to him. He has become someone who can stir up the winds and clouds of the Three Realms. I don't believe that he could have achieved this solely through impulsiveness!"

Yin Ziyu's words instantly sent chills down the spines of everyone in the Jie Sect.

Now the only point of discussion is whether Duobao did this intentionally or unintentionally.

If it's unintentional, then there's still affection for the Jie Sect; if it's intentional, then it's terrifying!

Yin Ziyu continued, "To add to that, the disciples personally taught and nurtured by Duobao were once taken away by the Two Sages of the West to become the Three Thousand Buddhas of the Western Sect. In the blink of an eye, these people became Duobao's Three Thousand Buddhas again, because they were all taught by Duobao, and Duobao even bestowed spiritual treasures upon them, right? I heard that during the third distribution of treasures at Zixiao Palace, Duobao took countless low-grade spiritual treasures and escaped unscathed, even evading the search of the Heavenly Court of the Demon Clan. He eventually became the eldest disciple of Tongtian Sage after he established his sect, and later even selflessly distributed spiritual treasures to his junior brother. Now, these Three Thousand Buddhas are extremely loyal to Duobao, and even though they have just become Buddhas, they already have their own core foundation!"

After saying this, the expressions of everyone in the Jie Sect were quite interesting.

"What a deep scheme!"

The Holy Mother of Golden Spirit was taken aback and then said these words!

Surprised, Yunxiao immediately asked, "Could it be that everything was arranged by the Supreme One?"

After hearing this, Yin Ziyu said, "From Duobao's sneak attack to the conversion of the barbarians into Buddha, it is indeed the Supreme One who is the most crucial person in all of this. Fellow Daoists, you all naturally know the truth behind these events."

At this moment, Yunxiao was deeply shocked.

Recalling Yin Ziyu's views on the Great Tribulation, and now looking at others' plans for the Great Tribulation, she suddenly realized that she and her three siblings were actually fools.

Even though this senior disciple was a spy for the Human Sect, he only then realized how far-reaching the other party's plan was. In the other party's plan, all the immortals of the Jie Sect were just pawns, and even Tongtian was deceived.

The story begins with him taking many low-grade spiritual treasures from the Zixiao Palace, escaping the Heavenly Court's encirclement and suppression, and finally becoming Tongtian's disciple. The ending is when he becomes the Buddha of the West and takes away the greatest benefit of the Investiture of the Gods.

If you still believe that all of this is just a coincidence, and that Duobao had no choice, then you are a fool.

If this was Duobao's scheme, then it's terrifying, so terrifying that everyone is stunned and speechless.

Luo Shen sighed, "If that's the case, Duobao's scheming ability is definitely no less than Ziyu's. Ziyu's schemes are meticulous and step-by-step, while Duobao's schemes are like being in the dark, quietly seizing control of the Three Realms without anyone noticing."

(End of this chapter)