Chapter 583 - 244: Laying the Foundation

Chen Qing walked out of Prison Peak, squinting slightly against the outside light.

His mind, however, kept replaying the image of the Glazed Buddha Light radiating from the Master of the Seven Sufferings, and the master’s Qi Blood Power, as vast as the sea—immensely powerful and righteous.

"The Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body... one of the greatest Body Refining Secret Techniques in the world..."

He muttered to himself, his heart ablaze with excitement.

His Eight Extremes Vajra Body had already reached the Vajra Indestructible Realm, and with his Flesh Body alone, he could overpower someone in the Late-stage Astral Force Realm. But after witnessing the power displayed by the Master of the Seven Sufferings today, he truly understood that there were always new heights to reach.

It was as if it was no longer a matter of a simple, tyrannical Flesh Body; it contained a trace of the Buddhist Sect’s sacred, immortal essence, far surpassing his Eight Extremes Vajra Body.

However, such techniques were not passed on lightly.

Especially a Body Refining Secret Technique of this caliber. He and the Master of the Seven Sufferings were neither friends nor family; having met only once, there was no way the master would grant it to him so easily.

’I must first understand this man and this Cultivation Technique. Know my enemy and know myself, only then can I find an opportunity.’

Chen Qing’s mind raced as he headed toward Ten Thousand Laws Peak.

His goal was clear. He went straight to the Bowan Tower, which housed a collection of miscellaneous journals, witness accounts, Sect secrets, and information on various powers.

He took out his Identity Jade Token, registered with the Guard Disciple on duty, and then strode inside.

The tower was lined with rows of bookshelves, and the faint scent of ink permeated the air.

Following the index, Chen Qing quickly found the section related to the "Pure Land," the "Forgotten Intent Pavilion," and "Buddhist Fruit Positions."

He pulled out a few thick parchment scrolls and immersed himself in them.

The Pure Land was a vast region west of the Great Yan Dynasty. Due to its countless Buddhist temples and the devout faith of its people, it was also commonly known as the Buddha Country.

It contained numerous Sects, but all of them determined one’s Fruit Position based on their level of Buddhist Cultivation.

Anyone who could attain a Fruit Position was already considered an elite figure within the Buddhist Sects.

According to the scrolls, the foundational Buddhist Fruit Position was that of an Arhat, which symbolized that one’s Buddhist Dharma and Martial Arts Cultivation had both reached a certain level, enabling them to protect a region.

Above the Arhats were higher Fruit Positions, mainly divided into two types: Bodhisattvas and Vajras.

The Bodhisattva Fruit Position emphasized wisdom and compassion. They were masters of profound Buddhist Dharma, skilled in enlightenment and preaching. As the saying goes: Bodhisattvas lower their gaze, their compassion extending to all six realms of existence.

The Vajra Fruit Position, in contrast, focused more on protecting the Dharma and subduing demons. They possessed tyrannical martial power and were the sharpest sword of the Buddhist Sects. As the saying goes: With a Vajra’s Furious Gaze, they vanquish all malevolent forces.

Generally speaking, between cultivators of the same Realm, those with a Vajra Fruit Position often held the advantage in direct combat.

Chen Qing came to a realization. The Fruit Position was not merely a rank of power, but also represented one’s chosen path and status within the Buddhist Sects.

He then searched for information on the Forgotten Intent Pavilion and the Great Sun Institute, paying special attention to the name "Seven Sufferings."

Soon, he found the information he was looking for within some of the more obscure records.

’Vast-Eyed Vajra!’

Chen Qing’s eyes narrowed.

The scroll recorded that before leaving the Forgotten Intent Pavilion, Seven Sufferings had already attained the Vajra Fruit Position. Because of his keen perception, able to "see the world’s troubles and hindrances," he had earned the title "Vast-Eyed." He was a true core expert among the Buddhist Sects, his power unfathomable.

However, the records also clearly stated that around twenty years ago, Seven Sufferings had an ideological falling-out with the abbot of the Forgotten Intent Pavilion. The specific reason was unknown, but the conflict ran deep. Ultimately, he chose to leave the Forgotten Intent Pavilion and was... formally excommunicated from the Zen Sect!

’Excommunicated?’

Chen Qing’s heart stirred, and he frowned deeply.

If it were merely an ideological disagreement, even if they went their separate ways, it would rarely escalate to the point of being excommunicated from the Sect.

There had to be some unknown secrets behind it all; it was definitely not as simple as it seemed.

For a Vast-Eyed Vajra who had been excommunicated from the Zen Sect to be invited by the Sect Leader of the Celestial Treasure Upper Sect to defend the Black Water Abyss Prison for thirteen years—there had to be more to the story.

Chen Qing then searched for records on the "Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body."

In a few compendiums on Body Refining Techniques, he found some scattered descriptions.

The "Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body" was one of the five great Body Refining Secret Techniques of the current age, originating from the "Great Sun Buddha True Scripture."

When cultivated to the stage of Great Success, one’s body becomes like a Glazed Vajra, their Qi and Blood surging like a stampeding Dragon Elephant. They possess limitless strength, are impervious to all evil, and have the power to subdue dragons and tame tigers.

Only those with great perseverance, great wisdom, and great serendipity could hope to master it.

’One of the five great Body Refining Secret Techniques...’

Chen Qing took a deep breath, suppressing the wild thumping in his heart.

After committing every piece of information to memory, he left the Bowan Tower.

Chen Qing now had a deeper understanding of Seven Sufferings. This was no ordinary, kind-faced Grand Monk filled with compassion for the world.

This man was a Vajra of the Buddhist Sects, the former Vast-Eyed Vajra. He was decisive and ruthless in combat; subduing demons and protecting the Dharma was his duty. He must have secretly slain countless formidable enemies of the Buddhist Sects.

Obtaining the "Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body" from such a person would not be easy.

’I need to plan this carefully. I can’t rush it.’

Chen Qing thought to himself as he walked back toward his courtyard.

When the Golden Feathered Eagle saw him return, it immediately flapped its wings and came forward, affectionately rubbing against his leg.

After calming the Golden Feathered Eagle, Chen Qing entered his Quiet Chamber, sat cross-legged, and began to regulate his breathing.

The Five Elements True Astral within his body surged like a great river, and his Qi and Blood had also grown stronger.

Although the Evil Qi in the prison was sinister and malevolent, for him, it had become a whetstone for tempering his Qi and Blood.

After completing several Circulations, he felt his Heart and Spirit clarify, and the True Astral in his body thrummed with vitality.

Just as he finished his Cultivation, the sound of hurried footsteps came from outside his courtyard, accompanied by Zhu Yu’s familiar voice.

"Brother Chen!"

Chen Qing turned and opened the door to see Zhu Yu standing outside, a look of lingering shock on his face.

"What happened?" Chen Qing asked, letting him into the courtyard.

"Yes!"

Zhu Yu nodded emphatically, his voice trembling with an excitement he couldn’t suppress. "Something huge just happened! He Shuang climbed the Celestial Treasure Tower again and reached the thirty-first floor! She’s tied the record set by Brother Lu, the tenth-ranked True Inheritance disciple!"