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Chapter 254 Refining the Golden Body with Thunder and Fire

The debate on the profound meaning of scriptures was packed, yet orderly and completely silent.

Whether they are devout believers or just there for the fun, they all pretend to know a lot, whether they understand or not.

Bao Beibei's exceptional performance, his sharp wit and eloquence leaving the monks in awe, further solidified his status as the foremost figure in Buddhism.

Jiang Xinyu wanted to laugh but didn't dare, so she lowered her head and pinched her thigh.

Those with wisdom cannot win an argument against those without. Is this a distortion of human nature or a decline in morality?

If there truly were a Buddha in this world, he would probably be coming over with a spiked club right now to beat people up.

The abbots and eminent monks from various temples who had come to the debate were all defeated, and the debate, which lasted for more than two hours, was coming to an end.

Bao Beibei's mouth was also dry at this moment.

Honestly, he wouldn't have bothered with this if it weren't for wanting to show off.

Jiang Xinyu looked up at the sky. It was almost time; the sky was cloudless and the sun was shining brightly.

Hopefully, Beibei won't mess things up. Anyway, she's prepared. Whether it works or not, we'll see this time.

Just as the abbot of Huguo Temple was about to announce the successful conclusion of the debate, Miaowu suddenly uttered a Buddhist chant and shouted loudly.

This humble monk has attained enlightenment.

Everyone was startled; some who were almost asleep nearly jumped up.

The abbot of Huguo Temple, who was over 70 years old, was so startled by Miaowu's shout that he even twisted his back.

Just as I was about to ask this person what enlightenment had come about, a sudden clap of thunder sounded from the sky.

The old monk knelt down with a thud.

Holy crap, what are you doing?

I haven't done anything bad in the past 30 years.

Could it be the incident thirty years ago when he framed his senior brother for stealing a female benefactor's undergarment?

It's been so long, the statute of limitations has long passed, God's reaction time is a bit slow.

No, no, no, if it's going to be chopped at me, when can't it be chopped at me? Amitabha, it's definitely not my fault.

Those who attain enlightenment through splitting the blade must attain enlightenment through splitting the blade.

I think it's best to stay away.

Those who managed to become the abbot's disciples were all clever; seeing the old abbot's trembling appearance, they quickly helped him off the stage.

It is also ironic.

Logically speaking, those who spend several hours listening to sermons should all be devout believers.

But these people seem to have something to hide; their first reaction to this sudden shock is to run away.

Sure enough, they weren't worshipping Buddha at all, but rather the unease and greed in their hearts.

When the third thunderclap sounded, there was no one within ten meters of Miaowu's debating platform.

Xiao Yuan's men shouted in the crowd that Master Miaowu was about to achieve enlightenment and ascend to immortality, which immediately caused an uproar among the crowd.

Most of the people present were Buddhists, and they all craned their necks to witness this sacred scene.

Jiang Xinyu seized the opportunity and used her supernatural power, instantly enveloping the entire debate platform in a mist.

The sun was shining brightly at that moment, and the water mist turned into rainbows after being exposed to the sunlight.

With blue arcs of electricity swirling around Miaowu, this guy instantly transformed from a monk into a potential Buddha.

For every person who backs down, someone else rushes forward.

Miaowu immediately sat down in front of the high platform with his attendant monks and several masters, chanting Buddhist mantras.

Their eyes held a mixture of excitement and anticipation, as well as sadness and fear.

Miao Wu smiled calmly, his handsome face appearing even more noble and otherworldly against the backdrop of blue lightning.

"I was born into royalty and enjoyed all the glory, but my heart is lost and I cannot find peace."

Only under the dim light of the ancient Buddha did he finally attain enlightenment, realizing that all the past events were like fleeting clouds, and that wealth and power were nothing but vanity.

Only when my heart is clear do I realize that everything in this world has its own way, and I should follow nature and not waste this lifetime of cultivation.

These words were spoken with great skill and a touch of pretentiousness, which made the image of his national preceptor appear even more imposing in the eyes of the attending monks.

Jiang Xinyu pursed her lips and increased her power output, instantly making the rainbow more dazzling and the water mist thicker.

Coupled with the lightning and thunder, the entire platform seemed to be enveloped in another world, isolated from the real world.

This kind of lightning-fire-forged golden body is just a legendary thing; no one has ever seen what it looks like, so naturally no one can tell if it's real or fake.

All they knew was that they had successfully copied the document and would be able to witness a high-ranking monk attain Buddhahood.

All the monks present sat cross-legged and chanted scriptures, while the lay believers knelt down to pray.

Those who were close had their eyes closed, and those who were far away couldn't be seen clearly due to the mist.

Bao Beibei hid behind the water mist, hurriedly changing clothes and putting on a wig, while releasing lightning and sneaking away.

It was so funny, a complete contrast to the compassionate and virtuous monk he had just portrayed.

Some of Xiao Yuan's bodyguards who were covering for him couldn't help but roll their eyes.

I'll never believe in Buddha again!

If the foremost Buddhist disciple recognized by all six kingdoms is like this, what's the point of them believing in him?

I just don't know why my lord has to get involved in this mess.

Miao Wu's identity is too sensitive; he is not only a national idol of the Nanzhao Kingdom but also a prince.

Is it really okay to pull such a stunt?

Putting aside the possibility that it might affect diplomatic relations between the two countries if discovered, there would be almost no benefit to it.

Aside from his identity and influence in Buddhism, Miaowu's most valuable assets seem to be nothing else.

Since she chose to fake her death, none of this matters anymore. She couldn't possibly be after this pretty boy, could she?

The moment the thought crossed the guard's mind, he shuddered.

He must have lost his mind.

Even if his lord had the heart to steal, he wouldn't have the guts. His wife wasn't some innocent little flower who worshipped her husband above all else.

They can rip out a person's brain like they're opening a watermelon; only a madman like them would dare to do something so reckless.

Only their personal bodyguards knew just how extraordinary their lady was.

No matter how much they complained in their hearts, the guards were never lax in their work.

It wasn't exactly a one-second outfit change, but it was a fleeting moment that Miaowu was transformed into a completely different person.

His unremarkable clothes made his face look ordinary, and no one would guess that he was the famously beautiful Buddhist disciple from the six kingdoms.

Jiang Xinyu was drenched in sweat from exhaustion due to the excessive use of her powers, and Xiao Yuan felt extremely distressed but was powerless to help.

Jiang Xinyu only stopped when the guards signaled that things had succeeded, and she leaned against Xiao Yuan's chest, feeling completely exhausted.

Fortunately, the result was very good.

After the superpower disappeared, the smoke gradually dissipated, leaving only seven crystal-clear white beads on the high platform, with no one there.

The people who had been planted beforehand whispered among themselves, and in an instant, everyone present was drawn to the relic.

Many things are simply a matter of preconceived notions.

The extraordinary phenomena just now and Miaowu's dying words all prove that this person has achieved enlightenment.

So it seems reasonable to either leave behind the golden body of the Buddha or leave behind the relics.

Since this person had no reason to fake their death and escape, no one even considered the possibility of a conspiracy.

Now everyone's attention is focused on those seven relics, and Bao Beibei has successfully escaped.

As the most powerful person present, Xiao Yuan naturally had to take charge of the overall situation.

The monks of Nanzhao were unsure whether it was a good thing or a bad thing that their own national teacher had attained enlightenment and ascended to heaven in another country.

But the most important thing now is that those seven relics must not fall into the hands of others.

This is the only thing left behind by their national teacher. If they can't get it back, they won't be able to explain it to the people of Nanzhao.

Fortunately, the Marquis of Zhenguo of the Great Jin Dynasty was a reasonable and upright man who quelled the greedy people who were eager to act.

Not only did they hand over all seven relics to them, but they also offered to use the army of the Great Jin Dynasty to help escort them until they returned home safely.

Miaowu's team was almost in tears.

What a kind person! Truly, only those who are free from worldly desires are truly virtuous.

Compared to the abbot of Huguo Temple who used fate as an excuse to leave behind a relic, this man was a truly virtuous person who was devoted to Buddhism.

Praise, praise to the extreme.

From now on, Lord Xiao Yuan will be a great benefactor to the Nanzhao Kingdom.

They will chant sutras to bless the Marquis with good health and a long life, until he is 100 to 200 years old.