Chapter 586 - 245: Snowy Mountain

Chen Qing, however, was inwardly unconvinced.

’I have the Heaven Rewards Diligence Fate Plate. As long as I’m on the right path and put in enough effort, I can eventually master anything.’

He was confident he could successfully cultivate the Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body.

’But how should I reply right now?’

’Tell the old monk I have a unique Fate Plate and am guaranteed to succeed?’

’Or just say I want to give it a try?’

’That would be far too presumptuous. Master of the Seven Sufferings has only known me for a few days. Why would he so easily bestow upon me the supreme Body Refining Secret Technique of the Buddhist Sect?’

Chen Qing suppressed his inner turmoil, putting on a regretful expression. He cupped his fist and said, "I see. It requires a foundation in Buddhist Dharma and cultivates both inside and out... Thank you for clearing my confusion, Master. I was being too simplistic. If I have any questions about my Body Refining Cultivation in the future, I hope you will not hesitate to offer your guidance."

The gaze of the Master of the Seven Sufferings lingered on his face for a moment, as if trying to discern how sincere his words were. Ultimately, he just nodded slightly and turned to leave.

However, he stopped in his tracks. After seemingly pondering for a moment, he slowly turned and said, "Our meeting is a matter of fate. You truly possess dedication and talent for the path of Body Refining. This humble monk cannot bear to see fine potential stagnate due to the limitations of a Technique. Very well. I can make an exception and first teach you the Spells for the first four layers of the Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body."

"Oh?"

Chen Qing’s heart leaped. He asked, "Master, are you serious?"

"A monk does not tell lies." The Master’s face was as placid as a tranquil well.

Chen Qing quickly calmed himself.

’There’s no such thing as a free lunch, especially from a Vast-Eyed Vajra expelled by the Zen Sect.’

He thought for a moment before asking cautiously, "I am endlessly grateful for your generous gift, Master. But... if I am fortunate enough to truly master these first four layers, how would I obtain the subsequent parts of the Cultivation Technique?"

The Master of the Seven Sufferings replied candidly, "If you can truly master the first four layers on your own, it will prove you have a predestined bond with the Buddhist Dharma and this very Technique. When that time comes, I will naturally impart the subsequent parts of the Cultivation Technique as I see fit. Of course, I also have some requests. Once you achieve success with the technique, you will need to help me with a few matters, so long as they are within your abilities."

"You may rest assured. The tasks I ask of you will all be on the Righteous Path—deeds you can perform with a clear conscience. I will never have you go against your principles or commit any treacherous and vile acts."

Thoughts raced through Chen Qing’s mind.

’Securing the immediate benefit is what matters most!’

’As for what comes later... if the tasks the Master of the Seven Sufferings asks for don’t violate my principles and are within my capabilities, there’s no harm in agreeing.’

’If the tasks are impossible, I can deal with it then.’

At that, he no longer hesitated. He solemnly cupped his fist and declared, "Your compassion is great, Master. If I achieve any success, I will never forget today’s kindness. Should you have need of me in the future, I will certainly do my best!"

"Good."

The Master of the Seven Sufferings uttered the word softly, and for the first time, a faint, ambiguous smile appeared on his face.

Immediately, the gentle, jade-like, glazed golden light reappeared around his body. Although it wasn’t as blazing as when he had purified the Evil Qi, it was far more condensed.

He brought his fingers together like a sword and, from a distance, lightly pointed toward the spot between Chen Qing’s eyebrows!

HUMMM—!

Chen Qing felt his sea of consciousness tremble as a vast, pure wave of Buddhist Zen surged into his mind. It transformed into a series of clear golden runes and a Cultivation Route Map, deeply branding itself within him.

At the same time, a golden light flashed in his mind.

[Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body First Layer (1/2000)]

’It worked!’

Chen Qing was overjoyed.

"This is the Cultivation Technique and Qi Blood Visualization Image for the first four layers of the Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body. You should comprehend it well." The Master of the Seven Sufferings retracted the golden light, his voice still serene.

Next, from the seemingly empty sleeve of his black monk’s robe, he took out three ancient-looking, thread-bound Booklets and handed them over.

"To cultivate this technique, a foundation in the Buddhist Dharma is paramount. It will help you subdue the ’Dragon Elephant Agitation’ that arises when cultivating Qi Blood, allowing you to clarify your mind and see your true nature. These three sutras are the very foundation of the Buddhist Dharma. You must study them diligently and grasp the wisdom within, as it will be of great benefit to your Cultivation."

Chen Qing accepted them with both hands. On the covers of the three sutras, he saw titles written in an ancient script: *Sutra Collection*, *Dhammapada*, and *Pure Path Discussion*.

They were the three most widely circulated sutras of Pure Land Buddhism.

"Thank you, Master, for bestowing the Technique and gifting the sutras!" Chen Qing bowed deeply once more.

This time, his gratitude was genuine.

Regardless of the Master of the Seven Sufferings’s true motive, the act of imparting the Technique and gifting the sutras was a real, tangible boon.

The Master of the Seven Sufferings nodded slightly, said no more, and then departed.

Chen Qing stood his ground, understanding the situation perfectly well.

’Master of the Seven Sufferings was willing to teach me the first four layers partly because he saw my dedication and potential in Body Refining and wanted to nurture that talent.’

’On the other hand, it was probably, as I suspected, an initial investment. He undoubtedly has a hidden agenda for later.’

’Moreover, from the old monk’s perspective, teaching just the first few layers is of little consequence. It’s highly uncertain whether I can successfully cultivate it without a profound foundation in the Buddhist Dharma.’

’If I fail, he loses nothing. He might even see it as a casual good deed, a simple act of spreading the Buddhist Dharma.’

"A foundation in Buddhist Dharma... Dragon Elephant Agitation..."

Chen Qing glanced down at the three sutras in his hand and chuckled. "Perhaps for others, this is a necessary path, but for me..."

He knew he had cultivated the Eight Extremes Vajra Body, so his Qi Blood Power was abundant. Once he returned, he could use it as a basis to advance the Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body to a higher layer.

’There’s no need to rush. After all, that old monk is still here. If he learned that I had mastered the Dragon Elephant Wisdom Vajra Body in an instant, it would certainly attract attention and suspicion.’

Things were peaceful after that. Chen Qing sat cross-legged to one side. He could feel that after the purification by the Master of the Seven Sufferings, the Evil Qi here was much thinner than when he had first arrived, making it much easier to resist by circulating his Eight Extremes Vajra Body.