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Chapter 683 - 682: Western Envoys Notify Great Qin—The Ancestral Dragon Must Choose a Side [Part 1]

The two Western Saints emerged from Lingshan, truly revealed before the world.

The entire Grand Thousand Upper Realm was shaken to its core.

"It’s actually true, Zhunti and Jieyin have truly returned..."

All were astir, and all ancient beings were shocked beyond measure.

Even the Great Qin Celestial Court was shaken from top to bottom.

"Is that the founder of the Western Sect?"

"Zhunti... Jieyin?"

"Those are indeed names known throughout."

In the Black Celestial Palace, Ying Zheng, who had been in seclusion, emerged.

He gazed into the distance, spanning across the vast starry river, observing the radiant Buddha Light avenue that stretched from the west to the Eastern Domain.

The pressure emanating from the two figures above it made Ying Zheng solemn and heavy-hearted.

"So the rumors were true, many ancient mighty beings are waiting in the Qingqiu Land for resurgence."

"It seems they have returned from Qingqiu!"

The Old Dragon King appeared beside Ying Zheng, seeing these two ancient former Saints, it was as if a turbulent storm arose in its heart, shocking it immensely.

"Returning from Qingqiu?"

Ying Zheng, as if in thought, murmured lowly, "As per the information I acquired, the figure from the Daoist Celestial Court, after retreating Tathagata the last time, should have gone to Qingqiu."

"Do you think Zhunti and Jieyin’s return has anything to do with him?"

"Or perhaps, have they already encountered each other in Qingqiu?"

His gaze was deep, reflecting contemplative thoughts.

The Old Dragon King said, "Not long ago, three Buddhas from the Western Buddha Country disappeared from the world. According to the information I received, they were ordered to go to Qingqiu before they died, to invite these two Saints back."

"So as I see it, a conflict might have already erupted between the Buddhist Dao and those in Qingqiu."

"Now that the two Western Saints have returned, that person is missing without a trace."

"Perhaps, he might already be dead, it’s quite possible."

The Old Dragon King mentioned this with a hint of schadenfreude on its face.

Last time outside the Celestial Dao Gate.

That Taixu Celestial Venerable, right in front of it, slew three Dragon Race Quasi-Saints.

This immense humiliation had always been remembered in its heart.

If the opponent really perished in Qingqiu.

For it, naturally, it would be tremendously satisfying.

Yet Ying Zheng was clearly not as delighted.

"The two Saints have returned, and there is also a Great Ming King Peacock, who is about to achieve enlightenment."

"If the Daoist Celestial Court indeed falls, next it might be my Great Qin’s turn..."

Ying Zheng murmured, his voice tinged with concern.

At this moment, outside the Celestial Palace, the voice of Ghost Valley Master sounded.

"Report to His Majesty, the Western Medicine Buddha has sent an envoy!"

Ying Zheng’s expression immediately turned grave.

The Old Dragon King raised an eyebrow and said, "The Western Buddha Country, sending an envoy at this time, could it be..."

He exchanged a glance with Ying Zheng, both harboring suspicions.

Ying Zheng’s face slightly darkened, saying, "Understood, summon him for an audience."

As he spoke.

Ying Zheng appeared within the Black Celestial Palace.

"Summon the Buddha Country envoy for an audience!" A loud, resonant voice transmitted from outside the Celestial Palace, spreading through several layers, allowing the Merit Golden Wheel to ascend to the Celestial Palace.

At the same time, the gods of Great Qin all gathered within the palace.

At this moment, all eyes were fixed on the one who came.

"Western Samantabhadra, presents respects to the Great Qin Ancestral Dragon, His Majesty the First Emperor!"

The visitor called out loudly, clasping hands and bowing towards the depths of the Celestial Palace.

The Merit Golden Wheel on his back shimmered, his entire body surrounded by radiant Buddha Light, revealed to be Samantabhadra Bodhisattva of the Western Buddha Country, one of the four Supreme Bodhisattvas who formerly stood alongside Ksitigarbha, Guanshiyin, and Manjushri.

This is a powerhouse comparable to Buddhas, one of the few Quasi-Saints in the West!

The Buddha Country sending him as an envoy bears undeniable significance.

"Samantabhadra Bodhisattva has come from afar, may I know the purpose?" The indifferent voice of the Ancestral Dragon echoed from the depths of the Celestial Palace, polite but still carrying a demeanor that looked down upon everything.

"In response to His Majesty the First Emperor, this humble monk, under the order of the Medicine Buddha, has come to Great Qin to propose an alliance and jointly attack Daoism." Samantabhadra stated straightforwardly, his high-pitched voice resounding in the Celestial Palace, directly revealing the purpose of his visit.

As his words fell.

In the depths of the Celestial Palace, Ying Zheng squinted his eyes. He did not speak, but the hall was already abuzz among the gods.

Samantabhadra smiled and continued, "The West and Great Qin have coexisted for hundreds of thousands of years, always intending to forge an everlasting friendship. Although Saint Zhunti and Saint Jieyin have returned to their positions, they still hold goodwill towards Great Qin."

"Therefore, for the sake of alliance, we specially invite Great Qin to destroy Daoism together and share the Heavenly Dao’s rewards!"

"Of course, if His Majesty the First Emperor does not wish to participate, the Western Buddha Country will not compel."

"However, our Buddha Country’s military route involves advancing through the Southern Immortal Realm, with half of its territory belonging to Great Qin."

"Therefore, we hope His Majesty the First Emperor will grant passage, to avoid the spread of warfire and damage to our amicable relationship."

Upon hearing this, a commotion arose among the officials.

Many were infuriated.

"Does your Buddha Country’s military route require passage through our Great Qin territory?"

"How can this be tolerated?"

"Isn’t this tantamount to opening our borders for you to handle as you please?"

"Impossible, absolutely impossible!"

"This is not to destroy the Daoist Celestial Court, but clearly a strategy to encircle an ally to approach an enemy!"

"Your Majesty, you mustn’t agree to this!"

The officials, in their anger, fervently advised.

However, Samantabhadra Bodhisattva remained indifferent, smiling as he said:

"In response to His Majesty the First Emperor, the current leader of our Buddha Country is not the Medicine Buddha."

"But rather Saint Zhunti and Saint Jieyin."

"They have gone ahead merely to kill Yang Jian, subsequent to this will be a national war to eliminate Daoism."

"Therefore, this passage issue is crucial. We hope His Majesty will consider it carefully."

"Of course, if Great Qin is willing to join us in the West to eradicate the Dao, that would be ideal."

"If not, we also hope His Majesty allows our Buddha Country’s army to pass through, as a gesture of goodwill."

"Otherwise, the various Buddhas in the West might not care, but Saints Zhunti and Jieyin may not be so forgiving."

"Hence, please, His Majesty the First Emperor, think thrice before acting."

"The words that the Medicine Buddha tasked me with have been delivered, and I will not disturb further, farewell."

Having said all this, Samantabhadra Bodhisattva left without acknowledging the gods of Great Qin, arousing both anger and concern among them.

"This is not a request, but clearly a notice..."

"The Western Buddha Country, with the two Saints reinstated, truly does not regard my Great Qin in their eyes."

"Your Majesty, what should be done now?"

The officials looked anxious, turning their gaze towards the depths of the Celestial Palace.

That figure in silhouette pondered silently for some time before speaking in a deep voice, "Ghost Valley Master, quickly head to the Daoist Celestial Court."

"Shang Yang, order Bai Qi from the Northern Continent to lead the army to the Southern Immortal Realm."

"Additionally, have Wang Jian’s legion head for the Southern Domain."

"Meng Tian’s legion, station at the Eastern Domain border."

"All forces are to remain stationed; without my decree, do not make arbitrary decisions on war or peace strategies!"

The edict from the Celestial Palace was swift as thunder, quickly relayed to various fronts.

The officials all took their duties, busying themselves promptly.

When the Celestial Palace finally quieted, Ying Zheng said to the Old Dragon King, "I ask you to personally take a trip to the Demon Race Celestial Court."