Peerless Taoist

At this moment, the main door of the temple hall was suddenly pushed open from the outside.    

An old monk walked in from the outside. He had a kind expression and a kind expression on his face, giving off a feeling of a spring breeze.    

The old monk wore a red kasaya and a string of prayer beads hung on his neck. Each prayer bead had a luster flickering on it. There were some Buddhist scriptures carved into it, emitting an ancient sandalwood fragrance.    

With every step the old man took, his steps were heavy, as if there was a monk trying to unravel the secrets of heaven. It made people unable to help but disperse all the distracting thoughts in their hearts.    

"Lord Marquis, you just committed a killing intent."    

The old monk spoke, his voice amiable and pleasant.    

Under the old monk's voice, the flickering candlelight in the surroundings began to light up again, emitting a gentle glow.    

The momentum of the Blood Sea Mountain of Corpses just now suddenly vanished, turning into an ancient Buddha with a green lamp, a peaceful scene.    

Xu Guizong did not turn around. There was no sadness or joy on his face. "Being in this secular world, how could there be no killing intent? Master usually lived in the Great Lightning Tune Temple and burned incense to pay his respects every day. Consecrating the gods and buddhas, naturally, he doesn't have any worries in his heart. "    

"But I am different. I have the supreme authority in this world in my hands. A single thought is enough to cause the death of millions of people. It is absolutely impossible to get rid of killing intent."    

The old monk heaved a long sigh and walked to Xu Guizong." Ever since you obtained the inheritance of the Mighty Heavenly Buddha, you have never stepped into the Tempest Temple. What brings you here today? "    

In the empty temple hall, there were only two figures. They were extended by the candle flame and reflected on the Buddha statue.    

"The war at the front line is in a tight situation. I don't know where Tang Tianchao revived many experts from the Middle Ancient Era. They are now launching a large-scale attack, and the Tang Dynasty is already falling into a disadvantageous position. The Emperor wants me to come and ask for Buddhist help."    

Xu Guizong's voice was firm and forceful, and the faint sound of swords and spears could be heard.    

The old monk's brows slightly trembled. He still held the prayer bead in his hand, as if it did not fluctuate because of Xu Guizong's words.    

"Lord Marquis, you were my disciple in the past, but since you did not choose to join Buddhism, then we only have the name of master and disciple, but we do not have the true identity of master and disciple."    

"I now regard you as the Divine Might Marquis of the imperial court, so I'll make it clear to you. Buddhism has always paid attention to cultivation, compassion, and salvation. The conflicts outside have nothing to do with us Buddhist disciples. If it wasn't necessary, we would never have gotten involved. This is inconsistent with our cultivation. "    

The old monk said indifferently and politely refused.    

However, Xu Guizong did not show the slightest bit of surprise on his face, as if he had already expected this.    

Xu Guizong continued, "His Majesty has already agreed that as long as Buddhism is willing to fight, my dynasty will draw out the East Victory Galaxy and let Buddhism preach here."    

Dong! Dong! Dong!    

The surrounding wooden clapper sounds rang out once again.    

The old monk was still holding the prayer beads in his hands, and there was no sign of joy or anger on his face.    

After a while, the old monk said, "These are still not enough."    

"What do you want?" Xu Guizong frowned.    

"The Ice King and the Southern Wilderness must be open to Buddhism. Furthermore, the Imperial Court needs to unveil the Taiqian Emperor Seal that has been added to Buddhism. " The old monk said indifferently.    

"What a huge appetite. Your Buddhism is so greedy and insatiable. Be careful that you will not be able to swallow all of these vast lands. In the end, you will suffer a backlash." Xu Guizong snorted coldly.    

This time, the old monk in front of him didn't seem to be his Master, but a stranger.