Chapter 608: Chapter 607: Saints Never Die, the Future Buddha Treads the Long River Once More! [Part 1]

"This guy..."

Ying Zheng, who had already escaped back to the Great Qin Territory, couldn’t help but be dumbfounded at this moment.

"It’s truly unbelievable..."

Wutian, fleeing to the Demon Realm, also paused in his tracks, his face full of incredulity.

"He... did he succeed?"

In the Alternate Space, Heaven-Barking Dog’s head was buzzing, unable to believe what he saw.

"That’s the power of Emperor Fu Xi; I never expected he still had a trump card..." Red-bottomed Macaque was also full of amazement.

Even the Six-Eared Macaque, who was an enemy of Lin Heng, was taken aback, muttering after a long while, "What a monster, it’s hard not to be impressed..."

...

The world was immersed in the shock of Venerable Emperor Chong’en being slain, countless beings couldn’t help but shout out the name of Taixu Zeshi Celestial Venerable.

However, at this moment, Lin Heng’s face showed no signs of relaxation.

His expression was supremely grave, and his eyes constantly scanned the surroundings, as if searching for something.

"He actually realized it..."

In the Western Heaven Buddha Country, Tathagata Buddha, whose gaze spans the universe, slightly narrowed his eyes after observing Lin Heng’s performance, for the first time genuinely acknowledging this chosen Daoism leader of the Three Pristine Ones.

"As long as there’s a drop of blood left, the Saint can make a comeback."

Confucius, in the River of Time, muttered to himself. His gaze was meaningful, fixating on a particular wave in the river.

...

Meanwhile.

Lin Heng, who was the focus of the world, was still searching, his face growing heavier.

"Not dead..."

"Still not dead..."

"A drop of blood escaped..."

Lin Heng clenched his fist; he had already given his all in this battle, reaching the verge of exhaustion.

Yet he couldn’t relax.

Because the reward notification from the system had not sounded!

This meant that Venerable Emperor Chong’en had not truly fallen!

"Where on earth is it..."

Lin Heng couldn’t help but feel anxious; he had exhausted all his trump cards, and missing this opportunity would mean he no longer had the qualification to face a Saint!

"Could there be a change?" At this time, Ying Zheng, Wutian, Red-bottomed Macaque, and some other Quasi-Saints, upon seeing Lin Heng’s behavior, vaguely sensed something.

Many people’s expressions grew grave.

Just as Lin Heng couldn’t perceive the presence of Venerable Emperor Chong’en, suddenly, on the horizon, waves surged, and a great river manifested out of the void.

The river, its origin and destination unknown, appeared before all but carried with it a sense of otherworldly illusion.

At the head of this river, a figure appeared, one nearly recognized by everyone.

Upon his appearance.

Quasi-Saints from all directions widened their eyes.

"Little Western Heaven, Future Buddha?!"

"It’s actually him?"

"He’s still alive and reappeared in the world!"

"Hiss..."

Shock engulfed everyone, with the sound of people gasping in astonishment.

No one expected.

The East Buddha, who had been hunted by Taixu Celestial Venerable outside the Buddha Country’s realm and vanished, would appear now.

"Long time no see, Daoist Lord Lin."

"No, I should call you, Taixu Celestial Venerable?"

On the River of Time, East Buddha smiled faintly, exuding gentleness and goodwill like a revered statue of Buddha worshipped by people.

"Long time no see."

Lin Heng’s gaze remained calm. He knew that the Future Buddha of the Western Heaven, protected by Saint Luminous, would reappear sooner or later.

Therefore, he was not too surprised at this moment.

"So, you’ve taken this opportunity to seek revenge?" Lin Heng said, as he was indeed at his weakest, offering a perfect chance for the opponent.

However, East Buddha merely smiled noncommittally, then turned to a wave in the river and said, "The drop of blood from Venerable Emperor Chong’en is there; do you wish to kill him? I can let you in."

"Of course, it will be difficult for you to leave alive."

His lips curled with a hint of provocation, or perhaps he had no intention to hide his thoughts.

"A Saint is always under the protection of the Heavenly Dao; he is recovering, so you don’t have much time to consider."

"You should be aware that, once Venerable Emperor Chong’en regathers the Celestial Dao Rules, you and your Daoism will face a dire outcome."

"Will you live for yourself, or wait for the day when a Saint invades the Celestial Court and annihilates Daoism?"

East Buddha wore a full smile, now more composed and calm than before.

Evidently, he, too, had found his opportunity.

His mastery over the Time Law reached a level unattainable by worldly Quasi-Saints.

Or more accurately, what he had mastered was no longer just the Time Law, but Law itself.

Therefore, he could, like a Saint, tread upon the river and arrive.

"Taixu Celestial Venerable, it’s time to make a choice," East Buddha said with a smile.

Suddenly, all eyes of the world’s powerful beings focused on Lin Heng.

"Don’t go!"

The Black and White Double Cave emerged, it was Red-bottomed Macaque, looking conflicted.

Heaven-Barking Dog also loudly urged, "You’ll die, don’t go; live to fight another day!"

Six-Eared Macaque was watching Lin Heng, wanting to speak but hesitating.

Simultaneously.

Already returned to Great Qin, Ying Zheng and Old Dragon King were watching, their expressions extremely grave.

Even Wutian in the Demon Realm, sensing the change here, sighed deeply, muttering, "Saints are truly hard to kill..."

"Alas..." he sighed heavily.

...

In the sky.

Lin Heng, under the gaze of the world.

Had an expression incredibly calm, his eyes clear as a serene lake, gazing toward the Eastern Domain.

The Celestial Court, after its development, had reached a point of stagnation.

Ultimately, it was the sword of the Saint, perpetually hanging overhead.

This battle’s aim was to eliminate the threat of the Saints.

He had used up all his cards, essentially a do-or-die effort, now reaching the final step.

Lin Heng knew very well that he no longer had a choice.

"I have already informed the ministers of the Celestial Court, that Yang Jian will be respected as the leader of Daoism in the future." Lin Heng told Red-bottomed Macaque and Heaven-Barking Dog, "I will take care of Venerable Emperor Chong’en, as for the Western Heaven Buddha Country, it will depend on Yang Jian himself."

"Tell him, it’s a pity we couldn’t have a final battle."

Having said that, Lin Heng walked towards the River of Time.

"This..." Red-bottomed Macaque felt mixed emotions, and Heaven-Barking Dog, who always thought his master surpassed Lin Heng, had tears in his eyes, stunned in place.

And Six-Eared Macaque, who had always wanted to see Lin Heng dead, suddenly didn’t want to see his former adversary fall like this...

It blurted out solemnly, "Don’t go to your death; the Saint’s mark is engraved in the Heavenly Dao, only a Saint mastering the rule of life-and-death cessation can truly erase a Saint, it’s fruitless for you to go!"

It revealed the secret of the Saint’s immortality, leaving all the observing powerhouses stunned.