I Can Upgrade Everything Infinitely - Chapter 157 - 156: Golden ’卍’ Character
Chapter 157: Chapter 156: Golden ’卍’ Character
Xu Qing had previously bought a Clear Heart Wooden Fish from Little Leiyin Temple, but he had since upgraded it from Level 1 to Level 20. As a result, Fazang could no longer control the Level 20 Clear Heart Wooden Fish in Xu Qing’s possession.
This meant that…
Fazang’s Buddhist Annihilation Array would no longer be complete. It was missing a Clear Heart Wooden Fish, creating a flaw.
SWISH! SWISH!
Yan Gu stopped striking the Level 20 Clear Heart Wooden Fish and moved to Xu Qing’s side. Kaya arrived as well, standing respectfully beside him.
“Young Master.”
Yan Gu raised his head, his expression grave as he gazed at the heavens. “I can feel my Power being suppressed. My strength has been weakened by at least ten percent.”
“Master.”
Kaya said, “I feel it as well.”
“Mm.”
Xu Qing nodded.
In fact, Xu Qing felt it too—an intangible, formidable power. It was incredibly strong, and even the Demon Pill within him felt its Power being suppressed.
PHEW…
Xu Qing took a deep breath, observing the high-ranking monks of Little Leiyin Temple and the Clear Heart Wooden Fish that were gradually rising into the air, each one radiating a golden Buddha’s Light. His tone was solemn and full of admiration as he said, “Truly a grand undertaking.”
By now, Xu Qing had already figured it out. Little Leiyin Temple had sold Dharma Artifacts and Magic Talismans far and wide, deliberately scattering them throughout Xicheng District.
Now, all the Dharma Artifacts and Magic Talismans had been activated. They were interconnected, their powers resonating with one another, reaching an extremely terrifying level.
They were setting up an array.
From the very beginning, the high-ranking monks of Little Leiyin Temple had planned to capture all the Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits who dared to step into Xicheng District in one fell swoop. This was because these beings were too cunning and too good at hiding.
Hunting down these Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits one by one would not only be extremely difficult but would also consume a great deal of time and energy, and there was always the risk that some might escape.
Therefore, to solve the problem once and for all, the high-ranking monk Fazang of Little Leiyin Temple began laying his plans over a month ago. He first allowed the Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits to run rampant, lulling them into a false sense of security. In reality, the Celestial Net known as the “Buddhist Annihilation Array” was gradually being put into place.
And now, the time had come to draw the net.
「Linglong Restaurant.」
BUZZ!
The Deceitful People and Deceitful Lady of the Deceitful Palace appeared. Faced with such a Buddhist Annihilation Array, they could no longer remain hidden. Being forced out was only a matter of time.
“Fazang!”
The Deceitful Lady rushed out of the restaurant’s private room and stood atop the roof. Her graceful figure was exquisite, but a closer look revealed a faceless visage, enough to make one’s heart pound with fear.
’These Dharma Artifacts, and the Magic Talismans!’
The Deceitful Lady was horrified. ’They were prepared all along!’
BOOM!!!
The next moment, surging Demonic Qi flooded the heavens. Atop a high tower in Xicheng District, amid the billowing Demonic Qi and roiling demonic fog, ghastly white skulls appeared one after another. These skulls piled together, forming an even larger skull over a hundred meters in diameter.
The Skeleton Demon.
“Fazang, you old baldy! Do you really think you can capture all of us with this Buddhist Annihilation Array? You’re dreaming!”
The Skeleton Demon roared.
BANG!
SPLASH…
Within Xicheng District, a wide river flowed ceaselessly. But at this moment, a colossal Demon Flood Dragon burst out from it, letting out a series of roars.
“The Buddhist Annihilation Array!”
The Demon Flood Dragon was enormous, reaching a length of three hundred meters. It had clearly not taken the path of assuming a human form and condensing a Demon Pill, but had instead evolved into a Ferocious Beast. ’This is trouble!’
With the manifestation of the Buddhist Annihilation Array, all the lurking Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits were forced out of hiding.
The Deceitful Lady, the Skeleton Demon, and the Great Demon Flood Dragon.
These three were the most powerful among the horde of Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits. Though many others were scattered throughout the district, none could compare to the Deceitful Lady’s group.
SWISH!
Xu Qing observed the situation. Within the district, there were also many powerful experts of the Human Race, including those from the Martial Arts Halls, Government Officials, hidden hermits, and Qi Refiners.
They too were watching the situation unfold.
“Tsk tsk…”
Among them, the Qi Refiner Shang Mu exclaimed in admiration, “As expected of Master Fazang, second only to the First Seat and the Abbot in Little Leiyin Temple. Such a gambit is truly astounding.”
Shang Mu. A Qi Refiner from the Ninefold Immortal Sect in Moon River Prefecture City, hailing from its Sword Cultivation Immortal Sect. He cultivated a single Flying Sword and was second to none in offensive power.
“A true man should be just like this.”
Elsewhere, a heroic-looking scholar stood on the top floor of a tavern. A jug of wine in hand, he was wreathed in Literary Energy as he soared into the air to stand on the roof. He took a large swig of wine while observing the scene. “What a pity I lack such ability. Otherwise, I would deploy a ’Literary Dao Array’ and annihilate every last demon and fiend in the city.”
This man, this heroic scholar, was none other than a teacher from Moon River Prefecture City’s Jixia Academy. He read the Holy Books, nurtured his Literary Energy, and cultivated Vast Righteous Qi, his words as mighty as any weapon.
“Excellent, excellent, excellent.”
Jin Chang, captain of the Xicheng District Law Enforcement Team, laughed heartily. “What a fine Little Leiyin Temple! What a fine master monk! This gambit is truly astounding.”
“Hm?”
However, high in the sky, Fazang’s brow furrowed. In the eyes of the people of Xicheng District, he was like a Buddha descended to the mortal world, his Buddha’s Light shining everywhere, purifying the world of all evil.
In reality, only Fazang himself knew. Something had gone wrong!!!
Because there should have been 129,600 Clear Heart Wooden Fish. But now, in Fazang’s perception, for some unknown reason, one was missing.
This made it 129,599.
With one missing, the Buddhist Annihilation Array was incomplete. It now had a flaw, and no one knew what consequences might arise from it.
If they failed tonight, it would be a considerable blow to Little Leiyin Temple’s reputation. Moreover, Fazang himself might face a backlash from his own power.
The various consequences of failure would be enormous and unbearable.
’There’s no other choice.’
BOOM!
Fazang took a deep breath. He could only suppress the unease in his heart. He opened his eyes, looking like a Furious Vajra, and roared, “Talismans, come!”
SWISH! SWISH! SWISH!!!
In an instant, 129,600 Magic Talismans shot to the heavens, swiftly answering Fazang’s call and fusing with all the Clear Heart Wooden Fish.
“KILL!!!”
“Kill that old baldy!”
“…”
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!!!
The Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits roared. They naturally did not want Fazang to succeed in setting up the array, so they all charged at him, trying to break the Buddhist Annihilation Array.
“Kill!”
“Stop them!”
“Even if we didn’t want to help today, we have to now.”
“Attack!”
At the same time, the Three Great Martial Arts Halls, the Xicheng District branch of the Ninefold Immortal Sect, the Xicheng District branch of Jixia Academy, and the Law Enforcement Team of the Yuehe Prefecture Magistrate’s Office, among others, all took action.
Of course, it wasn’t just these factions.
Basically, every faction, big and small, mobilized and charged toward the Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits. At a time like this, there were no more factional disputes—only two major camps.
The Human Race camp and the Demon Evil Camp.
Irreconcilably opposed.
A fierce battle had erupted.
RUMBLE!!!
Countless roars echoed in all directions.
“Young Master, should we intervene?” Yan Gu asked.
“No rush.” Xu Qing shook his head and said, “The two of you should not act today. Little Leiyin Temple has deployed the ’Buddhist Annihilation Array’. If you reveal yourselves, I’m afraid you’ll be mistaken for Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits and be eliminated.”
“Put on your masks, stay disguised, and don’t show yourselves.”
“Yes.”
Yan Gu nodded respectfully.
“As you command.”
Kaya said.
“This move by Little Leiyin Temple is indeed brilliant.” Xu Qing mused aloud, “They quietly set up the ’Buddhist Annihilation Array’ and drew out all the lurking Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits in Xicheng District.”
“At the same time, with the successful deployment of the ’Buddhist Annihilation Array’, all these Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits have been drawn out. The various factions of Xicheng District naturally can’t stand idly by. They are now forced to join the fight against the Demon Evil Camp, not just for themselves, but for the Human Race and for Moon River.”
“So, Little Leiyin Temple has dragged every faction in Xicheng District into this mess. If tonight’s crusade is successful, Little Leiyin Temple’s prestige in Xicheng District will reach its peak.”
“Truly impressive.”
Xu Qing praised again.
Of course, the consequences of failure were also severe.
If it failed, Fazang himself would suffer severe repercussions and a power backlash. Failure would also be a massive blow to Little Leiyin Temple’s prestige.
The ploy could backfire spectacularly.
As he was thinking, Xu Qing looked over again and saw that Fazang had successfully deployed the Buddhist Annihilation Array. Fa Kong and Fa Ning had joined forces to block the Deceitful People and Deceitful Lady.
Shang Mu blocked the Skeleton Demon, the heroic scholar from Jixia Academy blocked the Great Demon Flood Dragon, and Captain Jin Chang of the Xicheng District Law Enforcement Team led his subordinates to intercept the main army of demons and fiends.
DONG! DONG! DONG!!!
Directly overhead, the Buddhist Annihilation Array was complete. An incomparably massive, golden ’卍’ symbol had appeared, hovering above Xicheng District and blanketing the entire area.
It was hard to describe just how large this golden ’卍’ symbol was. Standing beneath it, even Fazang looked as insignificant as an ant.
“Amitabha Buddha!”
Fazang put his palms together and chanted a Buddhist mantra. Buddha’s Light shone everywhere, and a golden radiance flashed. He stood atop a golden Buddha Lotus as a Buddha’s Dharma Aspect materialized around him, looking incomparably solemn. “Today! We shall purge all evil!!!”
“Thunderbolt! Fall!”
KRAKA! KRAKA! KRAKA!!!
The great array was complete. Fazang’s might climbed to its peak. He looked down upon the earth from on high, slowly raising his right hand, then gently lowering it.
Instantly, bolts of golden Thunderbolt infused with Buddha’s Light rained down from the golden ’卍’ symbol, locking onto every single Demon, Fiend, and Evil Spirit in Xicheng District.
“AHHH!!!”
“NO!!”
“…”
BANG BANG BANG!!!
And so, the Demons, Fiends, and Evil Spirits were struck dead, one after another, by the bolts of golden Thunderbolt. Those with low Cultivation were instantly obliterated, turned to nothing but dust.
