Chapter 5: Seeking a Master to Reach the Heavens

To be honest, Xu Siyuan is uncertain whether he can join the sect of the Intercepting Teaching, especially since at this time, the Heavenly Lord has not yet begun to take in disciples on a large scale

I am the one who connects to the heavens, today I establish the截教, cutting through the line of life and death in the universe, seeking liberation for all beings

Nüwa led the human race towards the foot of Mount Buzhou, but before setting off, she did not forget Xu Siyuan.

And the one with a cold expression, who does not smile, must be the Original; the one to the left of the Original must be the All-Seeing.

I have come to seek a master and pursue the path of enlightenment, and I earnestly request the sage to accept me as a disciple Xu Siyuan bowed and paid his respects

When I become a Buddha, all beings in the countless worlds of the ten directions, who have generated the aspiration for enlightenment, uphold precepts, practice the six paramitas, and cultivate various merits, sincerely vow to be reborn in my pure land. At the time of their death, I will manifest before them along with the assembly, guiding them to be born in the next life as non-retreating bodhisattvas. If this wish is not fulfilled, I shall never attain Buddhahood.

"I am willing, I am willing! Disciple Xu Siyuan pays his respects to the master." Xu Siyuan replied almost as if he were interrupting.

It is yet another one adorned with scales and feathers, and he has no connection with me either

The countenance of the heavens changed, the sage's expression shifted, the universe responded, dark clouds loomed overhead, and the small courtyard was suddenly devoid of the light of the sun and moon, lacking the natural breeze, leaving only an overwhelming sense of oppression

I am Xu Siyuan, and I have arrived at this point entirely by chance" Xu Siyuan replied cautiously

Therefore, looking unfavorably upon Xu Siyuan once again, the original still said: "I also possess a method of refining weapons, and I can impart part of it to you, but this method must not be disclosed to outsiders; otherwise, I will take your life no matter where you are in the world."

In the primordial world, the wind has risen again

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Fuxi said earnestly: "If everything were to follow fate, how dull life would be. I am skilled in divination, but it is not for the purpose of merely complying with destiny!"

This place is as rich in spiritual energy as Mount Buzhou, yet it lacks the imposing presence of Pangu

This is great determination and great ambition

When I become a Buddha, the people in my realm will naturally hear the Dharma according to their wishes and desires. If this wish is not fulfilled, I will never become a Buddha.

Moreover, with previous experience, Xu Siyuan did not dare to stare closely at the several saints

The continuous pressure of the three sages swept across the primordial chaos, and the Three Pure Ones all attained sainthood

I invoke, I invoke the guiding principle, today I shall establish Buddhism, make great vows, and save sentient beings. (Some people say that it is the Western teachings, but I checked the forty-eight vows of the guiding principle, and each vow is made when I become a Buddha. The guiding principle is a Buddha, so it is not incorrect to refer to it as Buddhism! Furthermore, Hongjun also mentioned that Buddhism will flourish; could it be referring to the teachings of the likes of Laozi? It must be referring to the guiding principle, so I believe that the Western teachings are more likely a term used by Eastern people to refer to Buddhism! There has been too much complaining, so I wanted to clarify!)

Fuxi smiled as he kicked a stone down Mount Buzhou

Xu Siyuan is indeed somewhat overreaching and lacks a sense of propriety

Xuandu turned to look at the three saints

Xu Siyuan hesitated over whether to give up demanding alchemical techniques from Laozi, feeling a sense of reluctance

Seeing Xu Siyuan seemingly intending to get up from the ground, Nuwa gently said: "There is no rush, there are still others who need to attain sainthood"

That is fine. Nuwa thought for a moment and said: "The Three Pure Ones reside on Kunlun Mountain; you may go and try your luck."

Moreover, the Three Pure Ones are the differentiated primordial spirits of Pangu, which is even closer than the relationship of siblings born of the same mother. At this time, the Three Pure Ones had not yet fallen into conflict.

In an instant, six saints emerged in the primordial chaos, while the two clans of witches and demons still reign as the masters of heaven and earth. However, the era belonging to the saints is fast approaching

Nuwa waved her hand, and a door appeared before Xu Siyuan. Upon entering the door, Xu Siyuan emerged to find that the world had completely changed.

As the three parties engage in a fierce battle, I lightly tap my index finger, and endless thunder emerges from the sea of clouds

Having thanked Master Er, the disciple can swear to the heavens that he will never reveal a single detail. Xu Siyuan's mind was enriched with additional knowledge of artifact forging.

After a thousand years, I have finally managed to hold onto a substantial thigh, it has not been easy

Next to the old masters, there were several disciples preparing tea for them. These individuals did not speak to Xu Siyuan, nor did they allow him to leave.

I also smiled in response, handing Xu Siyuan a gourd containing the Nine-Turn Golden Elixir, saying: "On that day, I felt that you and I might meet again in the future. I took one gourd from you, and today I return you another gourd, as a gift for our reunion."

The beings within these chessboards ultimately cannot leap beyond the confines of the boards; the rise and fall, the changes, all lie within our thoughts. How then can victory and defeat possibly be determined

The three parties were entangled in a fierce battle, and I summoned the gale once again, as the heavens rained down... The primordial passage to the heavens was also resolved one by one

The air in the small courtyard is somewhat suffocating

When I become a Buddha, the beings of countless worlds in all directions, with utmost sincerity and joy, wish to be born in my pure land. If they recite my name ten times, they will surely be reborn there, except for those who commit the five grave offenses and slander the true Dharma. If this wish is not fulfilled, I shall never attain Buddhahood.

On the Kunlun Mountains, Xu Siyuan took a few steps forward, and a small courtyard appeared before him

Alright, from now on you shall be my second disciple of the heavens!

The way of heaven is perceptive, and heavenly merits descend. Just like the Three Pure Ones, the guiding and precise teachings also sever the three corpses through merits

I am Laozi, today I establish human teachings, define human relationships, and promote the way of humanity

Thank you, Master Uncle

Thus, it is not an exaggeration to say that this gourd-shaped Nine-Turn Golden Elixir is the foremost immortal elixir of the primordial era

This is equivalent to extinguishing two lamps, and Xu Siyuan could only place his last hope on Tongtian

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He, Xu Siyuan, came from another world, lacking profound cultivation and exceptional talent

To be honest, even the Heavenly Lord is quite surprised by my generosity; it would be exceedingly difficult for him to ask me for a gourd of the Nine-Turn Golden Elixir.

A chessboard is divided into three parts, with each of the three players occupying one part

A storm is brewing

This must be Kunlun

The small courtyard is not large and is quite ordinary. On the left side of the courtyard, a few plum blossoms are planted, while a few green bamboos are planted on the right side.

Soon the moon set and the sun rose, and it took three full days for the three individuals to cease their game.

Today, Hongjun embodies the Heavenly Dao, and Laozi's alchemy in the entire primordial chaos is undoubtedly the foremost. The Nine-Turn Golden Elixir is the best elixir that Laozi himself can refine.

I never believe in fate

I kindly ask Your Majesty to guide me in the right direction

If he does not strive, does not desire, when will he be able to succeed

This is actually a gourd-shaped Nine-Turn Golden Elixir

The so-called dignity and customs are insignificant in the face of power

I am the primordial being, now establishing the teachings, elucidating the principles of the Great Way, and carrying out the matters of education and transformation

As usual, all beings kneel in worship, and heaven and earth celebrate together

It is often said that the requirements for disciples at Tongtian are quite low, but in fact, Tongtian has high expectations for his inner disciples, whether it be Duobao, Wudang Shengmu, or Jinling Shengmu

It is indeed a great fate for me to find myself here, but I will no longer accept disciples" Laozi said first

Then why don't you take him as your disciple? Since the beginning of the primordial era, those who have been able to catch the attention of Fuxi are indeed few and far between. The so-called weakness of spirit is merely an excuse. Nuwa also has no disciples, and with the resources of both parties, everything is not a problem.

No problem! At that moment, I suddenly waved my hand to disperse the dark clouds above the small courtyard. I smiled and said: "You and I are indeed fated. I possess the Nine-Rank Alchemy Technique, and I can teach you the Seven-Rank. If you are able to carry it forward in the future, it will also bring me glory!"

After Xu Siyuan left, Nüwa looked at Fuxi and said, "Brother, you seem to care a lot about that Xu Siyuan"

There are no restrictions of any formation, after all, the master of the small courtyard is nearly invincible in the primordial era

I have met Master Uncle. Xu Siyuan pays his respects as a disciple.

Enough! Do not say that others, even the heavens, find it excessive

With a mere point of his finger, Laozi infused Xu Siyuan's mind with a wealth of knowledge

As a time traveler, Xu Siyuan deeply despises kneeling, yet he is compelled to do so under the pressure of the sage's authority

A total of forty-eight vows, the voice resonates through the vast wilderness, witnessed by heaven and earth

He and I are fated to be together

Not long after Nuwa attained sainthood, three consecutive sounds echoed through the primordial chaos

These inner disciples are all exceptionally talented individuals capable of single-handedly battling several Golden Immortals of the Chan teaching.

From now on, at least I no longer have to worry about being killed at will

Do you wish to continue seeking a mentor or settle with the human race in Mount Buzhou? It is evident that you are quite close to them

The other two individuals were unfamiliar to Xu Siyuan, but he recognized Laozi

I have just established a sect and you come to seek me as your master, is this not destined by heaven! Now I ask you, do you wish to take me as your master?

After meeting the two senior masters, it should be a few senior brothers. However, Tongtian simply said: "These few are the disciples of both your senior masters and me, so you can get to know each other."

A bluestone path leads directly into the courtyard, and Xu Siyuan gently walks into the small courtyard along the path

This seems to be Tongtian reminding Xu Siyuan to know when to stop, otherwise the sage will be angered, and he will not be able to bear it

I do not know if there will come a day when the people will celebrate for me, when heaven and earth will rejoice for me, when my power will extend across the four seas, and my name will be renowned throughout the eight wildernesses

When I become a Buddha, if the beings in the countless worlds of the ten directions, including the celestial beings and even the smallest creatures, all attain human form and become Pratyekabuddhas or Sravakas, and if they all meditate with a single mind, wishing to count the number of beings in my realm to be several tens of millions, and if there is no one who can know this, then I shall not attain Buddhahood.

Xu Siyuan speculated that this person should be Xuan Du, the disciple of Laozi, and that this question was likely posed by Xuan Du on behalf of the sage

The original person cast a glance at Laozi, and seeing Laozi's generosity, the original person felt it was inappropriate to be stingy.

Very well, I will take you to Kunlun. Although you possess the cultivation of a Golden Immortal, you do not know how to utilize it. Just remember not to mention that I was the one who took you there

I am willing to continue searching for a master

Are you coming again

A stone is thrown into a stagnant pool, and we need only to quietly observe how large the ripples it creates will be

Although Xu Siyuan saw the people, he did not dare to disturb them and could only stand quietly beside them

Under a green pine tree in the courtyard, there is a stone table, beside which three men are playing chess

The thunder is dazzling, yet it is no less than the heavenly thunder.

However, it is fortunate that the entry was smooth

Xu Siyuan has actually been in the wilderness for a thousand years

Xu Siyuan guarantees not to speak

On the chessboard, clouds rise and swirl, within the clouds are mountains, rivers, and cities, inhabited by immortals, demons, and monstrous beasts, as the three factions engage in an unending back-and-forth of attacks and defenses

Some opportunities, once missed, will never come again

Once again, there is no clear winner! Tong Tian said somewhat unwillingly

Laozi looked up at the sky and after a moment of silence said: "All beings are like chess pieces; it is not easy to jump out of this chessboard"

Tongtian turned around and returned to the room

At the moment when Xu Siyuan was lost in thought, two voices came from the West

I have taken on a disciple, and Tongtian is very pleased. Tongtian pointed to Laozi and said: "This is your grandmaster, Laozi"

On the side of Tongtian, an unparalleled swordsman has emerged, possessing the demeanor of an immortal

"What is the purpose of coming here?" Xuan Du asked again

At this point, Xu Siyuan finally let out a long sigh of relief in his heart

Xu Siyuan respectfully said: "I have heard that giving someone a fish is not as good as teaching them to fish. I would like to ask my master for the art of alchemy."

The three parties are ever-changing, yet in the end, there remains no clear victor.

Today is destined to be a significant day

Xu Siyuan quietly observed the game of chess being played by the three individuals. In front of them was a chessboard, which was devoid of any pieces.

The three individuals tidied up the chessboard, and at that moment, one person stepped forward and asked Xu Siyuan, "Who is your friend? How did you find this place?"

All are lush and very flourishing

Tong Tian looked at Xu Siyuan for a moment and said: "Your cultivation is somewhat lacking, but you have not committed any sins, and you are protected by merit. Moreover, being able to find this place is also a sign of fate."

At this time, everyone had just attained sainthood, and the differences among the saints were minimal. Nuwa had achieved sainthood before the Three Pure Ones. Nuwa concealed the heavenly secrets, and the Three Pure Ones could only deduce them if they joined forces; otherwise, it would be impossible to calculate. However, the Three Pure Ones would not go to great lengths over such a trivial matter

However, Xu Siyuan has not received the Golden Elixir

As the thunder struck, a fierce tiger suddenly emerged from the primordial sea of clouds, roaring towards the sky with a ferocious flame.

Upon seeing Laozi Xu Siyuan, one immediately knows that they have not come to the wrong place