I Can Traverse Multiple Worlds-Chapter 39: The Buddha Doesn’t Save the Poor

Forging Martial Arts and treading a new path was not something that could be accomplished overnight.

In fact, from the very beginning of his cultivation,

Wang Xiao had consciously begun to organize the Martial Arts of his two lives and polish his foundation.

It was only in the last two years that he began to systematically sort, deduce, and forge them.

This was what led to this new path.

It could be said that to take this step, Wang Xiao had spent a full fifteen years!

This new path of cultivation.

Wang Xiao divided it into three stages: Body Refining, Qi Condensation, and Divine Communication.

Body Refining included Blood Movement, Refining Flesh, Refining Tendons, and Bone Refining.

Qi Condensation was divided into two steps: Dantian Qi Condensation and Bone Marrow Refining Qi Condensation.

The first world followed the path of Dantian Qi Condensation, while the second world followed the path of Bone Marrow Refining Qi Condensation.

However,

Wang Xiao combined the two, using the Dantian as the center and the bone marrow throughout his body as the pathways to form an Inner Qi Network!

This allowed his Inner Qi to flow inexhaustibly, and its power would be several times greater than Dantian Qi Condensation alone.

Just finding the circulation routes for this Inner Qi Network had taken Wang Xiao a full year.

It could be considered the most crucial part of this new path.

Finally, there was Divine Communication.

It included four steps: Refining the Five Viscera, Opening All Passages, Building the Divine Bridge, and the Heaven-Breaking Pass!

Refining the Five Viscera and Opening All Passages remained largely unchanged.

He just integrated the circulation routes of the Inner Qi Network, which greatly reduced the time required for them.

The step of Building the Divine Bridge also incorporated the prototype Martial Arts from his first life, making it more convenient and simplified, which greatly lowered the difficulty!

As for the final step, the Heaven-Breaking Pass.

Because Wang Xiao had not yet reached this realm,

he only had a theory in mind that he would have to slowly explore and verify!

However,

Wang Xiao felt his theory was most likely feasible; he just lacked a key external force.

This external force was, of course, the Demon Crystals that could strengthen one’s Spirit!

These Demon Crystals could only be found inside Demon Cultivators at the Refining the Five Viscera realm or higher.

As long as he could get enough Demon Crystals, he would have a chance to ascend to become a Celestial Being!

The Celestial Human Realm, also known as a Tier Five Life.

Even in the Real World, they were figures at the very top of the pyramid!

’After I return to the Real World, I can update and perfect the Martial Arts Evolution Path. I should be able to get a lot more Contribution Points!’

The Martial Arts that Wang Xiao had newly created, although its steps were more complex, was far more detailed!

It allowed one to build a solid foundation.

Moreover, even those who had previously cultivated the Martial Arts Evolution Path could continue their cultivation along this newly created path.

They wouldn’t be negatively affected in any way and could even progress faster!

Wang Xiao’s thoughts flickered, but he didn’t dwell on it.

Right now, he had a more important matter to attend to.

The doctrinal debate!

The doctrinal debate between Wuxiang Temple and Yuan Chu Temple, held once every twenty-five years, was today!

Wang Xiao had already been personally chosen by Liao Zhen to represent Wuxiang Temple in the debate, so there was no need for him to compete with the other Buddha’s Sons.

He straightened his monk robes, stepped out of his courtyard, and headed toward the front courtyard.

Along the way,

the Little Monks who were sweeping saw Wang Xiao and all bowed respectfully, saying,

"Greetings, Junior Martial Uncle Wu Chen."

Wang Xiao placed his palms together and returned the gesture to each of them.

After Wang Xiao had left,

the Little Monks began to murmur amongst themselves.

"Today is the day of the doctrinal debate between Yuan Chu Temple and our Wuxiang Temple. Junior Martial Uncle Wu Chen must be the Buddha’s Son representing our temple."

"I heard Junior Martial Uncle Wu Chen’s strength is unfathomable, and some people say he’s already a Refining Acupoints Human Immortal. I wonder if it’s true."

"How is that possible? Junior Martial Uncle Wu Chen is only fifteen! Have you ever seen a fifteen-year-old Refining Acupoints Human Immortal?!"

"I certainly haven’t. Sigh, I just hope Junior Martial Uncle Wu Chen can win."

In recent years,

Wang Xiao had stayed in his courtyard, living a secluded life.

He would only occasionally go out to instruct some of the newly initiated disciples.

As for Wang Xiao,

most disciples knew he was very powerful.

But as for exactly how powerful he was, no one knew.

Wang Xiao made his way down the mountain and soon arrived at a massive square in the front courtyard.

At this moment,

led by Zen Master Zhi Kong, the upper echelons of Wuxiang Temple had almost all gathered here.

This doctrinal debate was the most important event for Wuxiang Temple in recent years, so the higher-ups couldn’t help but take it seriously.

Although these higher-ups already knew of Wang Xiao’s strength and knew that winning this debate was a sure thing,

what they were considering now was not the victory or defeat of the debate, but the subsequent negotiations with Yuan Chu Temple.

Yuan Chu Temple might not compromise so easily and obediently give up half of their training grounds.

"Amitabha. I have already invited the Town Domain Priest from Celestial Sword Mountain to preside over the debate. If Yuan Chu Temple loses, they will naturally have to honor the agreement from back then," Zen Master Zhi Kong said, chanting the Buddha’s name.

As the Central State Alliance Leader, Celestial Sword Mountain dispatches a Priest at the Refining Acupoints Human Immortal Realm to stand guard in every state.

Even the alliance leaders of the various states must obey the orders of the Town Domain Priest!

Of course,

the Town Domain Priest usually does not make an appearance unless a major event affecting an entire region occurs.

Such as this doctrinal debate, which would affect the entire landscape of the Western Regions!

Upon hearing this, the assembled higher-ups all breathed a sigh of relief.

With a Priest from Celestial Sword Mountain presiding, Yuan Chu Temple wouldn’t be able to go back on their word!

Zen Master Zhi Kong glanced at Wang Xiao and said in a gentle tone, "Wu Chen, how are you feeling now?"

Wang Xiao placed his palms together. "I will not disappoint Master’s expectations."

"Good."

Zen Master Zhi Kong nodded. "The people from Yuan Chu Temple should be arriving soon."

According to the old rules, 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

the location for the doctrinal debate rotated each time.

The last one was at Yuan Chu Temple, so this time it was naturally at Wuxiang Temple.

The words had barely left his mouth when

a group of monks wearing Lama Robes and Monk’s Hats slowly walked toward Wuxiang Temple.

The man in the lead had a broad head and large ears. In his left hand, he held a string of large Golden Buddhist Beads, and in his right, a golden Magic Staff. Adorned in gold and silver, he had a powerful and imposing aura.

It was none other than the Khenpo (Abbot) of Yuan Chu Temple, Huiran.

His cultivation was also at the Refining Acupoints Human Immortal Realm. It was said that he was just one step away from building a Divine Bridge and becoming a Half-Step Celestial Being.

In today’s world, where Celestial Beings do not appear,

Half-Step Celestial Beings were the strongest combatants in the Jianghu!

Beside the monk Huiran was another monk of about fourteen or fifteen years old.

He had dark skin and a profound gaze, like a black sun radiating sharp glints of light.

Needless to say, this person was Yuan Chu Temple’s "Scripture" for this doctrinal debate!

Huiran led the monks of Yuan Chu Temple and strode into the square. He looked at Zen Master Zhi Kong, his voice extremely gruff:

"Oh? Where is Zen Master Liao Zhen? For such a momentous occasion, he’s actually not here?"

Zen Master Zhi Kong’s expression was as calm as ever:

"Amitabha. The Abbot has already touched the threshold of the Half-Step Celestial Being realm and is currently in secluded cultivation. I will be presiding over this doctrinal debate."

Huiran’s eyes flickered, but he didn’t press the matter:

"Then I must congratulate Abbot Liao Zhen on a successful seclusion. Heh heh. Since that’s the case, Zen Master Zhi Kong, when shall we begin the debate?"

Zen Master Zhi Kong said,

"There’s no hurry. A benefactor has yet to arrive. You have all traveled a long way and must be tired. You can go to the Five Views Hall for a cup of cool tea."

Huiran shook his head, his Golden Buddhist Beads clinking, and said bluntly,

"That won’t be necessary. The tea at your Wuxiang Temple is too cheap and tasteless. We’ll just wait here."

His Yuan Chu Temple followed the Bon religion, which worshipped the nature of all things and sought fulfillment in this life.

Therefore, the monks of Yuan Chu Temple placed great importance on their quality of life.

They believed in seizing the day and leaving no regrets.

This also meant that most of Yuan Chu Temple’s followers were wealthy people.

During Yuan Chu Temple’s time as the Alliance Leader, the poor were the ones who were exploited.

This was quite similar to some of the temples Wang Xiao knew of with the motto ’My Buddha does not save the poor.’

Hearing Huiran’s words, Zen Master Zhi Kong didn’t say anything more. He placed his palms together and chanted the Buddha’s name.

Everyone waited in the square for about a quarter of an hour.

Suddenly, the clear cry of a sword rang out.

Immediately after,

a beam of sword light seemed to tear through the morning light as it arrived at extreme speed.

Along with the sword light came a deep, resonant voice:

"I was delayed by some business on the road for a short while. I hope you will all forgive me."