The Three Teachings Converge into One: The Path of the Mortal and the Saintly is the Same

Poetry:

When the flames of calamity raged, livers and gallbladders shattered; the blood of comrades turned to dust in spring.

May the spirits of the fallen heroes find peace in their homeland, and may their loving parents speak tenderly to them.

It is said that during the battle at Meteor Plains, Su Qingxuan broke through his limits and became a Great Luo Golden Immortal.

He further condensed the Dharma forms of the three sages of the three religions, annihilated the Dark Demon Lord with a single palm strike, purified the demons, and relieved the predicament of Meteor Plain.

This battle was extremely fierce!

Of the more than one million troops in the three-religion allied forces, fewer than 50,000 survived.

Of the 30,000 elite disciples of the Sanyi Palace led by Su Qingxuan, only a little over 10,000 survived.

However, after this baptism of blood and fire, the blood of the disciples of the three religions flowed in one place.

Corpses lay piled together, a testament to the age-old prejudice against each other.

Factional divisions ultimately came at a heavy price.

The immense power that Su Qingxuan used to turn the tide was shattered...

More than a month after the war, the immortal master Guangchengzi took charge of the Meteorite Plain.

Overseeing the cleanup of the battlefield, collection of the dead, and treatment of the wounded.

All matters concerning the reconstruction of the defense line.

Su Qingxuan needed to stabilize his cultivation level after breaking through in battle.

Moreover, it suffers considerable losses.

Then, together with the four fairies, they led the surviving disciples of the Three Ones Palace.

Escort the wounded of the Allied forces back to the upper levels of the Celestial Realm.

Before their departure, Elders Qingbing, Konghe, and Huiming led all the surviving disciples.

On the ravaged battlefield of Meteor Plains, he performed the grand sect ceremony before Su Qingxuan and swore a blood oath:

From this day forward, we will follow the lead of Saint Su and obey the orders of the Three Religions Coordinating Office.

The three religions should unite as one to resist the demonic calamity; if anyone has a divided heart, may Heaven and Earth punish them.

His sincerity and earnestness are truly moving.

Su Qingxuan helped Kong He and the three elders up one by one, offering them gentle words of comfort.

He also personally presided over several large-scale Buddhist ceremonies for the deceased.

With the true meaning of the three religions, we recite scriptures and pray for our fallen comrades.

May their spirits find peace and continue their spiritual journey in the next life.

Thinking of Chen Song, the Hanxue and Hanshuang sisters, Chen Yuan, Shen Tao,

Ling Xue and others... each a vivid name.

Su Qingxuan, the fairy, and all the surviving disciples of the Sanyi Palace.

They were all overcome with grief, yet they also tried to contain this grief.

Transformed into an even more steadfast heart of protecting the Way.

Upon returning to the Wenru Tianhou Temple, Su Qingxuan was at the back mountain of the Sanyi Palace.

A special "Heroes' Tomb" has been set up.

The clothes, belongings, or some remains of the fallen disciples were properly buried, and a monument was erected to commemorate their achievements.

He also personally visited the families of the fallen disciples and their sects to offer condolences and assistance.

They generously gifted him money and promised him protection; their feelings were sincere and heartfelt.

Although the bereaved family members were grieving the loss of their loved one, they were also grateful for the kindness of the palace master.

Many family members even pleaded for other members of their household or the sect to be included.

He was sent to the Trinity Palace to cultivate himself, in order to carry on his legacy.

The Heavenly Court rewarded those who contributed to the Battle of Meteor Plains.

The Jade Emperor issued an edict appointing Su Qingxuan as "Proper Envoy for the Coordination of the Three Teachings".

The same rank as the Venerable One.

He was in charge of all collaborative affairs among the three religions, with the Immortal Master Guangchengzi as his deputy.

He was also bestowed the title "Qingxuan Miaodao Yasheng Zhenjun" upon Su Qingxuan.

It enjoys the respect of the three religions.

The disciples of the Sanyi Palace who died in battle were posthumously honored as "Guardian Heavenly Soldiers" and "Heroic Defenders of the Way," while the survivors received various rewards.

Qingbing, Konghe, and Huiming finally came to their senses.

Furthermore, the disciples fought to the death without yielding, and their merits and demerits canceled each other out.

He will remain in his original position and redeem himself through meritorious service.

Following this battle, Su Qingxuan and the Sanyi Palace's reputation...

In the heavens, it is as bright as the sun at its zenith.

The authority of the Three Religions Coordination Office was truly established.

However, Su Qingxuan felt little joy.

He knew full well that the battle at Meteor Plains had only wiped out a demonic tide in one plane.

The seal on the true form of the Demon Lord deep within the Ruins of Return continues to loosen.

The real catastrophe is yet to come.

While the celestial realm appears to be united as a result of this battle, it has accumulated deep-seated problems over millennia.

Especially those stubborn conservatives who hold high positions and have rigid thinking.

Their power is deeply entrenched and cannot be eradicated in a single battle.

They were perhaps intimidated by Su Qingxuan's might as well.

The painful lessons learned from the Meteorite Plains have led to a temporary halt to the offensive.

However, the resentment in their hearts has not been dispelled, and given the right opportunity, there is a risk that it may cause further trouble.

Moreover, the true unification of the three religions lies not only in wartime cooperation.

It lies more in the deep integration of ideas, systems, and traditions.

This is a long road ahead, and we need to plan carefully.

.........

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, fifty years have passed since the Battle of Meteor Plains.

For the celestial realm, these fifty years...

It was fifty years of recuperation and healing of wounds.

It was also a period of fifty years of secretly accumulating strength to prepare for major changes in the future.

For most of the past fifty years, Su Qingxuan has been stationed at the Sanyi Palace.

He consolidated his early-stage Great Luo realm and further comprehended the wonders of the Dao Fruit of the Three Teachings and the Second Saint.

The Confucian ideal of benevolence, the Taoist ideal of tranquility, and the Buddhist ideal of compassion...

The more thoroughly one understands it, the deeper one's foundation becomes.

The Three Treasures are: Spring and Autumn Annals, Mountain and River Seals, and Bodhi Spiritual Wood.

Under its gentle care, the repair rate has reached 99%.

It's just one step away from complete perfection, brimming with spirituality.

It has become an important part of his foundation.

After fifty years of development, Trinity Palace

Although a large number of elites were lost due to the meteorite, its foundation remains.

Core disciples include Li Changfeng, Zhou Ruolin, and Qian Duoduo.

Along with elite disciples of the Sword Sect such as Chu Lingxiao and Chu Yunfan.

Through this bloody battle, his character became more resilient and his skills improved.

Li Changfeng has stabilized his mid-stage Golden Immortal realm.

Zhou Ruolin, Qian Duoduo, and Sun Bushao have also entered the early stage of Golden Immortal.

The four became the four fairies' right-hand men.

Assist in handling palace affairs and perform some official duties with the Three Religions Coordinating Office.

The palace subsequently recruited several more batches of new disciples.

He was selected through rigorous screening by the three elements of Heaven, Earth, and Man, along with the Chu brothers, and possessed excellent character and aptitude.

Under the careful guidance of the three elders and the four fairies, he made rapid progress.

The number of disciples in the palace has now increased by more than 20,000.

The Trinity Palace had 100,000 elite troops.

They have a firm belief in the unity of the three religions and possess a strong sense of cohesion.

Regarding the Assistant Directorate...

With the strong support of Master Guangchengzi, Qingbing, Konghe, Huiming, and others, the system runs smoothly.

The mechanism for allocating resources among the three types of educational institutions, and the talent exchange program.

Affairs such as joint missionary work in the lower realms

All of these have been institutionalized and normalized.

Although a few die-hards secretly grumbled, they were no longer a force to be reckoned with.

Su Qingxuan was not in a hurry to push for deeper integration.

Instead, the focus is on consolidating existing achievements.

Collect data and study the history of the three religions.

To prepare for future theoretical breakthroughs.

He knew that to fundamentally change conservative views,

There must be irrefutable facts and irrefutable theoretical support.

These fifty years were also a rare time for Su Qingxuan to enjoy family happiness and relax his mind.

Especially the heartwarming daily interactions with her parents and the four fairies.

It became the warmest comfort on his spiritual journey...

.........

Deep within the Sanyi Palace lies a bamboo grove pavilion shrouded in spiritual energy.

It was the place where Su Wenyuan and Lady Liu practiced their quiet meditation.

This place is serene and elegant, with swaying bamboo shadows and a babbling brook.

It was a place that Su Qingxuan specially created for his parents to enjoy their retirement.

Fifty years have passed, and the two elderly people, with ample resources, are living with their son...

Thanks to the filial piety of their daughters-in-law (the four daughters had long been regarded as daughters-in-law by the two elders).

Their cultivation progressed steadily, and they both entered the Celestial Immortal realm, their appearances becoming even more youthful and their spirits vigorous.

The sun was shining brightly that afternoon.

After finishing his official business, Su Qingxuan strolled to the Bamboo Grove Cottage.

From afar, I could hear my parents' laughter.

Upon entering the courtyard, one sees Su Wenyuan playing Go with Lin Wanqing at a stone table.

Liu sat to one side, doing needlework.

Xiao Lingxi was brewing tea by his side, and the aroma of the tea wafted through the air.

Xiao Lingyue sat on a blue stone not far away, quietly waiting.

Close your eyes and meditate; your breath will be calm.

Red Tassel was in an open space not far away.

Practice a set of gentle, health-preserving boxing techniques.

Her heroic bearing was tempered with a rare tranquility.

"Father, Mother, I'm back." Su Qingxuan stepped forward with a smile.

"Xuan'er is here!"

Liu put down her work and waved with a loving expression.

"Come and sit down. Lingxi just brewed some 'Cloud and Mist Refreshing Tea,' please have a taste."

Su Wenyuan also looked up from the chessboard, his eyes filled with satisfaction:

"Is your official business going smoothly? Don't overwork yourself."

"Thank you for your concern, Father and Mother. I am well."

Su Qingxuan sat down next to his mother and accepted the fragrant tea that Xiao Lingxi offered.

Taking a light sip, one feels the refreshing fragrance permeate the body, bringing peace to the mind.

His gaze swept over the four fairies, noting their rosy complexions and profound cultivation.

Clearly, during these fifty years of solitary cultivation, each person has made progress.

All of them reached the peak of the Golden Immortal realm.

Furthermore, due to the fusion of memories from her past life, her temperament became even more elegant and otherworldly.

Lin Wanqing placed a piece and smiled:

"Uncle's chess skills are becoming increasingly superb, and Wanqing is about to be unable to keep up."

Su Wenyuan laughed heartily:

"It's because Wanqing, you've been so considerate of this old man."

"Qingxuan, you've come at the right time. Take a look at this game for your father."

Su Qingxuan observed the game for a moment, offered some pointers, and Su Wenyuan stroked his beard and nodded.

Liu held Su Qingxuan's hand and chatted about everyday things:

A few days ago, Lingyue accompanied me to recite the Great Compassion Mantra.

My heart feels indescribably peaceful...

Lingxi, that child, again gave to me and your father...

They refined several bottles of "Eternal Spring Pills," claiming they were the best for strengthening the body's foundation and nourishing the vital energy.

Chi Ying accompanies us to practice health-preserving boxing every morning.

That girl, Ah Tao, is so pleasing to the eye.

Xuan'er, you are blessed to have these four by your side.

This is also a blessing for our Su family.

As she spoke, her eyes reddened slightly.

"It just reminds me of those children on Meteor Plains..."

I always feel sad inside.

The atmosphere in the courtyard turned slightly somber upon hearing the name of the disciples who had died in battle.

Xiao Lingxi put down the teapot and said softly:

"Auntie, please don't be too sad."

Fellow disciples, you died protecting the Dao, and your deaths were worthy; your heroic spirits will never be forgotten.

We who are alive should cherish the present and uphold our aspirations.

Only by continuing down the path of integrating the three religions can we live up to their expectations.

Xiao Lingyue opened her eyes at this moment, her gaze filled with compassion:

"Amitabha. The deceased have attained peace and happiness; the living should strive diligently."

Their sacrifices have brought about the dawn of unity among the three religions today; their merit is immeasurable.

Chi Ying walked over, her expression resolute, having withdrawn her fist.

"Don't worry, Auntie, we're here, and the young master is here too."

"I will surely protect the peace of the Three Realms, and ensure that the blood of my fellow disciples will not have been shed in vain."

Su Qingxuan held his mother's hand tightly and said gently:

"Mother, Lingxi and the others are right."

It's inevitable to feel sad, but we should turn our grief into motivation.

Wanqing and I have long been of one mind with each other, and we will never let each other down in this life.

I will not let you down, nor will I let down the people of the world.

Once the demonic calamity is quelled, the three religions will be unified.

I then formally bowed to them and served tea to my parents.

Give them a satisfactory explanation.

Upon hearing this, the four fairies all lowered their heads slightly, their cheeks flushing.

His eyes, however, were full of determination and happiness.

Their relationship with Su Qingxuan spanned ten thousand years of reincarnation, a bond forged in life and death.

Their relationship transcends that of ordinary Daoist partners; it is a meeting of souls and a resonance with the Great Dao.

These fifty years of companionship, warm and cozy daily life...

Let this feeling grow ever more mellow and natural.

Although the demonic calamity has not yet subsided, a formal ceremony has not been held.

But in the eyes of those in the Trinity Palace, and even those in the Heavenly Realm who know the truth,

They are now undisputed Mrs. Su.

Su Wenyuan and Liu Shi exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with relief and satisfaction.

With such a spiritual companion by his son's side, what more could a husband ask for?

"Okay, okay!" Su Wenyuan nodded repeatedly.

"When that time comes, I, your father, will personally officiate your wedding."

Warm moments flow by slowly...

As the sun set, Su Qingxuan and the four fairies accompanied the two elders for dinner.

After chatting for a while, they took their leave.

On the way back to Guiyi Hospital, the moonlight was like water.

The five people walked hand in hand along the palace paths.

Having experienced the devastation of Meteorite Plains, I appreciate the preciousness of this moment of tranquility even more.

"Young Master," Lin Wanqing said softly, breaking the silence.

"These past few days I've been organizing the palace records and collaborating with the archives of the Assistant Directorate."

Based on our Trinity Palace's centuries-long research on demonic tribulations.

I have some thoughts I'd like to share with you.

"Oh? Wanqing, please speak freely," Su Qingxuan said gently.

"Since the battle at Meteor Plain, the three religions have outwardly appeared united."

But deep-seated divisions remain, especially among the die-hard faction at the top.

Its ideological foundation lies in the belief that "ancestral rules cannot be violated" and "the orthodox tradition is exclusively respected by us".

The might of a single battle and practical experience in the Assistant Directorate are insufficient to truly win their respect.

Lin Wanqing's eyes were clear and bright.

"We need to thoroughly refute its fallacies from the root and from the ground up."

It is clear that the integration of the three teachings (Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism) is not only a matter of necessity,

This is the natural order of things, and an inevitable historical trend.

Xiao Lingxi continued:

"Sister Wanqing is right."

In the past fifty years, besides refining elixirs and setting up formations,

They have also been assisting with data organization.

I have found that since the separation of the three religions and the intensification of sectarianism...

The overall spiritual energy activity in the celestial realm, the number of ascendants from the lower realms.

Even the purity of the vows of sentient beings is showing a downward trend.

Whenever large-scale conflicts erupt among the three religions...

The loosening and fluctuation of the Guixu seal will become abnormally intense.

I tried to draw some relationship diagrams.

Although the data is complex, a trend is becoming apparent.

Xiao Lingyue nodded: "It is also recorded in Buddhist scriptures."

In ancient times, the three religions lived in harmony and jointly governed the three realms.

At that time, the sky was clear and the earth was peaceful, no demonic influence was present, and all living beings were happy.

Then, discord arose among the three schools of thought, and disputes arose daily.

The signs of impending demonic calamity gradually began to emerge.

Ten thousand years ago, the Demon Lord wreaked havoc, though he was sealed away.

However, the divide between the three religions has not been resolved, but has instead intensified.

This is likely one of the key reasons why the seal continues to loosen.

This is the result of collective karma.

Although Chi Ying was not well-versed in classical texts, he still said:

"When I was training my troops, I often thought that we must be of one mind to win a war."

The three religions were like a large army, previously each fighting its own battles.

They were defeated one by one by the demon.

Now, if you unite us as one, we can win the battle.

The principle is simple, but those old fogies just don't understand.

It has to be presented with bloody facts and crystal-clear reasoning.

We have to smash it in their faces.

Su Qingxuan listened quietly, feeling gratified.

The four fairies were not only his Daoist companions, but also his spiritual guide.

To have a confidant and a helpful partner in your career.

The problems they see from their respective perspectives

This is precisely what he has been deeply thinking about over the years.

"What you say is exactly what I am thinking."

Su Qingxuan stopped and gazed at the dazzling stars in the night sky.

He said slowly:

"The Battle of Meteor Plains proved the necessity of cooperation through blood and fire."

These fifty years of practice have demonstrated the possibilities and benefits of collaboration.

However, to truly unify thinking and break through legal and theoretical barriers...

A public and thorough discussion is still needed.

The history of the three religions, the root of the demonic calamity, and the sealing mechanism.

The inevitability and necessity of the integration of the three teachings (Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism)

Using the most detailed data and the clearest logic,

The most fundamental truth is laid bare before everyone.

He turned around and looked at the four fairies, his gaze intense:

"I intend to hold a public discourse at the Lingxiao Terrace, the central hub of the Heavenly Realm."

We don't flaunt supernatural powers or discuss cultivation levels; we only talk about reason and present the facts.

The topic is—

He paused, then said, word by word:

"How to Defend Against Demons? - From the Conflict Between the Three Religions to the Peril of the Three Realms"

The four fairies' eyes lit up!

It is:

At fifty years old, my heart remains steadfast, yearning to soar to the heavens and discern the darkness from the light.

Do not say that the rules of heaven cannot be changed; let us see how the discourse can dispel confusion.