Multibao Buddha has been recognized by Jieyin Buddha Ancestor and is considered a member of Buddhism on this side.
The Dabao Monk is the Dabao Monk, and the Dabao Buddha is the Dabao Buddha; they are two different matters.
Like the moonlight before him, he joined the sect, not apprenticed under a master. Specifically, how should he be discussed with his fellow monks in the same sect? It still depends on their cultivation level, prestige and wisdom. This is somewhat similar to Song Jiang's case. Being called "elder brother" has no direct relationship with age.
Normally speaking, he should now go to Yun Xiao to gather some intelligence about the Moonlight Bodhisattva. He should inquire about which scriptures the Bodhisattva practices and at what level of cultivation they have reached. By piecing together many such details, he can judge the level of this competitor. Asking around, knowing oneself and one's enemy, is not a dishonorable thing to do.
But he didn't go. On one hand, the Dabao Buddha and Juejiao have made a clear boundary, and on the other hand, it's because of his pride in his bones. What are you asking for? If others can pass smoothly, I can too! I'm stronger than everyone else!
His confidence is based on being far ahead of the many disciples of the mysterious sects, and his abilities are worthy of that confidence.
As he watched Dabao Buddha walk into the great formation, the Jieyin Buddha pronounced the Buddhist mantra: "Amitabha, well done, well done."
From the perspective of this Buddha, it is Dabao who is somewhat anxious.
From the perspective of the Two Holy Beings of the West, especially the style of work for Camutti, if they were to be placed in the current situation, Camutti would not dare to enter the formation without first thoroughly investigating the ancestors of eight generations of his opponent and without taking a break for seven or eight days to adjust his state to the best possible condition.
Dabao came from the East Sea and joined the sect first before entering the formation, with no delay in between. Certainly, his artistry and courage impressed many. However, we are talking about Buddhism here, not Juejiao! Tongtian Patriarch may like his personality, but Jieyin and Camutti do not share this style of work.
But Jieyin didn't say anything either. Instead, he frowned and watched quietly.
Dabao Buddha is indeed formidable. Many array truths that Moonlight would need to try and error multiple times to guess, he directly surpassed with his own outstanding wisdom.
After he entered the formation, he saw that seven-colored auspicious clouds were rising at the top of the Ten Thousand Buddha Array. The cloud formed a dazzling golden canopy, and branches grew on the top of the canopy. A Buddha resembling Dabao Buddha appeared in a ghostly form, sitting under the trees. Behind him was a magnificent and beautiful ten-directional Buddhist realm. The whole scene was as real as it was illusory, and simply looking at it would allow one to feel its peace and harmony.
Yun Xiao watched from a distance, seeing the formidable presence of Dabao Buddha entering the formation, and couldn't help but feel worried about Moonlight. But at this moment, there was nothing she could do but watch passively. She had no means to intervene.
Moonlight was still breaking through the formation according to her own inherent rhythm, feeling that she should be stronger than Miaolai.
Every formation she breaks through, the Buddha Dao Essence hidden within the great array will subtly suppress the demonic qi in her body once, with a small amplitude and weak force. However, it's hard to withstand the accumulation of such events. The originally demonic qi that needed to be suppressed by sitting meditation and Chan practice has already entered a state of dormancy.
It has its advantages and disadvantages. While suppressing the demonic qi, the essence of Buddha Dao will also convey some enlightenment on Buddhist scriptures and some wisdom of Buddha to her. This thing can be said to be necessary but should not be excessive. Moonlight does not know whether there are so many demons in the original timeline after the Battle of Shenmu, but now, as Buddhism and demons are united, absorbing too much thought about Buddhism exceeds a certain limit, and demons will take advantage of this opportunity to reincarnate.
She has always been in control of this balance, occasionally stopping her progression of breaking the formation to sit in meditation at the spot, practicing the fundamental scripture granted to her by the Jade Crystal World, which is exclusively hers—the [Moonlight Buddha's Vow of Merit and Virtue Sutra].
For example, Miaolai and Guanshiguan have corresponding sutras with their own Buddhist mantras, and the sutras in the public part of Buddhism are definitely different. If you want to offer the sutra to Buddhism, it is of course fine not to sacrifice yourself; there are no strict rules in this regard.
She frequently cultivates her own sutra, keeping herself in a nearly perfect state. I'm still willing to accept the knowledge outside, but how much I absorb is up to me.
As she progresses, the feedback of Buddha Dao essence after breaking the formation becomes more abundant, and the wisdom of the Buddha can immerse her in an ocean of endless knowledge. Afraid of being affected by this, she dares not look too much. After breaking each formation, she has to stop and diligently cultivate for a period of time before she can break the next one.
"Is this the last formation?"
Looking at the world shrouded in misty fog, she first sat in meditation and adjusted her state to its best, and then stepped into the formation.
"Respected one, our sect is located in the west, and it is desolate to the extreme. The Buddha has not received offerings for ten thousand years!" The monk, his face full of distress, reported to Moonlight. She looked around and indeed, the Great Thunderous Sound Temple before her was in ruins. The Buddha and Bodhisattvas were all emaciated from hunger. The eight arhats who played with balls and eyebrows were listless, sitting motionless on their cushion seats, not knowing if they had passed away or what.
The most terrifying thing is that many Buddha, Bodhisattva, and Arhat have no sense of themselves. In fact, their flesh bodies have already rotted. Massive black mist-like demonic qi enters and exits their decayed bodies. The original compassionate sounds in the hall have become endless delirium, and the Great Thunderous Sound Temple is on the verge of becoming the Great Demon Sound Temple.
For a moment, the face of the Buddha was replaced by that of Rakshasa. The latter looked down from above, eyeing Moonlight like a predator.
Rakshasa: "?"
No matter where you go, you can't avoid me, right? Well, today is the perfect opportunity to destroy your Dao heart and Buddha heart together!
He said sinisterly, "Little Taoist, today is your death day!"
Moonlight was startled. Could this really be Rakshasa? Not illusory? How did I feel that this guy knew me?
When it comes to dealing with Rakshasa, she has quite a bit of experience, as the two of them have engaged in countless games within the Broken Immortal Sword. However, she dared not underestimate the opponent.
"Are you really Rakshasa? Do you remember the time we talked about going to sell tea together in the Broken Immortal Sword?"
Rakshasa's face dissolved directly in the black mist, and I don't want to talk to you!
This is the last and greatest test given to Moonlight by the Ten Thousand Buddha Formation. It appears to be a demon disaster, but the actual root cause is the extreme poverty in the Western World. What can be done?
Jieyin and Zhunti can only suppress demons but not transform them, Buddhist sutras are no longer effective at this time, and she has to rely on herself.
Moonlight tapped her forehead lightly with her finger, pondering over a strategy.
The Buddha, Bodhisattva, and Arhat were unable to speak anymore, so she closed her eyes and used her innate ability, the Heart to Heart Communication, to connect with all Buddhist disciples.
When it comes to the crunch, one still has to tell jokes. There's no way around it. Many truths are actually embedded in jokes.
She asked the Buddha: "Now I want to boil a pot of water, but I find that the firewood is not enough when I start to light a fire. What should I do?"
Some Buddha said to quickly go find the wood, some Bodhisattva said to borrow, and some Arhat simply said to buy.
Moonlight sighed, "Why don't we just pour some of the water out of the pot?"
