Wu Shattered Star River

Although Jiang Han hadn't obtained the Bodhi leaf yet, how could he sit idly by while his woman was being bullied?

Moreover, he didn't particularly like the Buddha. He agreed with what Hua Xun'er said; one should confront things naturally and head-on.

Seeing Jiang Han step forward, the young monk's expression immediately turned cold. He said, "We can debate Zen principles, but we cannot blaspheme the Buddha. This is a great disrespect, a provocation to my entire Wanfo Hall."

"Hahaha!"

Jiang Han laughed and said, "What is blasphemy? Buddhism emphasizes the emptiness of all things, that everything is illusory, so why bother about these things?"

"Furthermore, Xun'er didn't blaspheme the Buddha; she was merely discussing. Little Master, you seem a bit too emotional. It seems your temperament still needs cultivation."

The young monk was about to retort, but Puxian waved his hand and said with a smile, "Amitabha, Benefactor Jiang is right! Zhitong, you should not be resentful or angry, not impetuous, not excessive, not demanding, not pessimistic, not rigid, not flustered, not conceited, not rejoicing in external gains, nor grieving over personal losses!"

After Puxian finished speaking, he turned his gaze to Hua Xun'er and said, "Benefactor Hua's question is well-asked. I believe many benefactors have similar doubts."

"If Buddhism emphasizes the emptiness of all things, why does it seek to enlighten the world? This is because we must accumulate merit and cultivate blessings."

"Enlightening others is also enlightening oneself. If we want to enlighten ourselves, we must first enlighten the world. We are not without desires. What we seek is for all beings to escape the sea of suffering and for the world to be harmonious. We seek a world without killing, where all beings can live in peace and tranquility…"

Puxian spoke at length, and many monks nodded slightly, their faces full of reverence.

Some cultivators nodded in agreement, not knowing if they genuinely agreed or were just pretending…

In Jiang Han's view, Puxian hadn't answered Hua Xun'er's question. Many viewpoints in Buddhist scriptures, in Jiang Han's opinion, were self-contradictory.

Hua Xun'er wanted to say a few more words, but Jiang Han held her hand.

Debating scriptures with a group of old monks in Wanfo Hall was just asking for trouble. What would they gain even if they won? Would the Buddha give them the Bodhi tree?

Hua Xun'er stopped talking, and Jiang Han naturally wouldn't argue anymore. After Puxian finished speaking, he allowed the cultivators present to speak freely.

However, after Hua Xun'er and Jiang Han's disturbance, the atmosphere felt a bit awkward. Some young monks of Buddhism looked at Jiang Han and Hua Xun'er with unfriendly eyes.

Hua Xun'er knew she had caused trouble and lowered her head behind Jiang Han. Jiang Han didn't care and reached out to pat the back of her hand.

Xuanji sat behind Jiang Han, not saying a word. Hua Xun'er's words hadn't offended her. Her eyes were fixed on Jiang Han's back, as if she was thinking about how to overcome her tribulation…

After another half-day, the demon leader of the three major teams this time stood up and spoke at length. He didn't quote Buddhist scriptures but spoke about Buddhist etiquette based on his own understanding.

After he finished speaking, the Buddhist lotus he was on suddenly trembled, then lit up with a brilliant light. Subsequently, a Buddhist light appeared in the sky, showering down and enveloping Xue Xiao's entire body.

The third Buddha-to-be was born…

"Hehe!"

Jiang Han and Fairy Yinghuo exchanged glances, both revealing a hint of mockery in their eyes.

The Zen words Xue Xiao had just spoken weren't particularly unique, not very touching, and not enlightening. Yet, inexplicably, he touched the Buddhist lotus and became a Buddha-to-be.

This felt a bit like a child's play, but upon closer thought, it made sense…

Historically, the Buddha-to-be of Buddhism were basically young elites of various races with noble status or strong talent and combat power.

Xue Xiao was an outstanding member of the younger generation of the Demon Clan, so it was natural for him to become a Buddha-to-be.

Even Zhang Xiongyi, that bird-like fellow, could become a Buddha-to-be, so why couldn't Xue Xiao become a Buddha-to-be?

In Jiang Han's view, the so-called Buddha-to-be was just a way for Wanfo Hall to deliberately recruit elites from various races.

The top young generation of various races came once every thousand years to receive an honorary title, obtain a top-level resource, and form a good relationship with Buddhism…

As for why Jiang Li was chosen, Jiang Han couldn't figure it out, but it should be related to Jiang Henshui or the Azure Emperor.

With the birth of a Buddha-to-be, the atmosphere of Buddhist debate became heated. Even Lu Xingyu, Jiang Jiuye, Jiang Jiuxuan, and Fairy Biyao spoke up one after another. Jiang Han even saw Wei Wushen stand up and speak.

Jiang Han continued to close his eyes and no longer spoke. Puxian didn't call on him anymore…

Time flew by quickly. Each argument took several days to discuss, and a month quickly passed.

A month and a half later, the second Buddha-to-be was born, a top young lady from the God Clan, only slightly lower in status than Shen Wushuang, and at the peak of the Immortal Venerable realm.

Four Buddha-to-be were born!

With six places remaining, it was unlikely that more Buddha-to-be would be born during the debate stage. The remaining six places should all be in the final stage.

However, Puxian and the others didn't leave, and many cultivators naturally harbored hopes, thinking that another Buddha-to-be would be born.

As a result, in the half-month that followed, not a single Buddha-to-be was born.

When the time came, Puxian stood up and bowed to everyone, saying, "Thank you, benefactors. Please go back and rest. The Nalanda Secret Realm will be opened in three days."

"All benefactors participating in the Buddha-to-be Assembly can enter to seek Buddhist treasures. This secret realm hasn't been opened for ten thousand years, and it has nurtured many Buddhist treasures, including six top-level Buddhist treasures."

"If you can obtain one, you can not only become a Buddha-to-be, but all the Buddhist treasures you obtain inside will belong to you. By the way… there is a River of Souls flower that may bloom inside. If you have deep blessings, you may have a chance to obtain this River of Souls flower!"

"River of Souls flower!!"

Many cultivators trembled with excitement upon hearing about the River of Souls flower, their eyes filled with greed, their expressions like a pack of hungry wolves seeing a lamb.

"Nalanda Secret Realm?"

However, some cultivators looked solemn and worried when they heard the name of this secret realm.

Seeing that Lord Cang's expression was also very solemn, Jiang Han quickly transmitted his voice and asked, "Is this secret realm very terrifying?"

"Yes!"

Lord Cang nodded and transmitted his voice, saying, "This is the most terrifying secret realm in Buddhism. It is said to be connected to the Asura Hell. Even Emperor-level beings may fall if they enter this secret realm."

"The key issue is… we shouldn't be able to enter this secret realm. If only you enter, the danger will be great."

"River of Souls flower, there's actually a River of Souls flower!"

Jiang Jiuchen next to him was filled with burning passion, reaching out to grab Jiang Han's arm and saying, "The number one treasure of Buddhism! Buddhism is really generous this time, actually willing to open the Nalanda Secret Realm for us to enter. If we can get the River of Souls flower, we'll be rich…"

Jiang Han glanced around, seeing countless cultivators discussing the River of Souls flower, Shen Wushuang, Xue Xiao, and Xue Qingtian all having burning gazes in their eyes.

He looked at Jiang Jiuchen in confusion and asked, "What's so special about the River of Souls flower?"

"I don't know!"

Jiang Jiuchen shook his head and said, "I only know that the River of Souls flower is the number one treasure of Buddhism. Even my grandmother is very eager for the River of Souls flower. She said—the reason why the Buddha is the number one in the world is because he possesses a River of Souls flower!"

"Hmm…"

Jiang Han's heart stirred, feeling inexplicably uneasy.

Even the Ziwei Heavenly Emperor is tempted by this treasure, yet Buddhism is willing to take it out?

Could entering the Nalanda Secret Realm this time be a conspiracy? Using a River of Souls flower that may not even appear to lure everyone in to their deaths?