Cultivation: Fortune by Lots

Vajra Sect Leader Garuda returned to Sumi.

The members of the Vajra Division in the Great Tang Realm are temporarily preparing to endure hardships, in case National Master Tang pays attention again.

Even most of their Buddhist temples in the Western Regions have become restrained to avoid being picked on by Tang Xiaotang.

However, Tang Xiaotang did not rush to head to the Western Regions immediately afterward.

It’s not that she just let it go.

Although her attention on many things is easily diverted.

The concern for the Xumi Vajra Sect by National Master Tang remains constant from morning till night.

At least, it won’t be relaxed within just one or two years.

The reason she didn’t head to the Western Regions again is that, likewise concerning Sumi Vajra Sect, Tang Xiaotang currently has another matter of interest.

"Has the magic artifact left by Senior Sister been properly warmed and nurtured?" Tang Xiaotang curiously looked at a slender shadow within the Verdant Green Abyss True Fire.

Lei Jun, while driving the Nine Abyss True Fire to refine and nurture this treasure, answered, "Initial results are seen, but further refinement and nurturing are needed, the deeper the accumulation, the better the effect."

Within the verdant flame was a silver cone approximately three feet long, suspended horizontally in mid-air.

It looked unremarkable, its spiritual nature also introverted, making it difficult for one to see its inner mystery.

However, given Tang Xiaotang’s high cultivation and comprehension, observing this cone, she faintly sensed the ultimate true meaning of termination and extinction emanating from it, yet it possesses unique intricacies.

This silver cone was previously left by Senior Sister Xu Yuanzhen.

Because she was going out to search for Penglai, like with the last Dharma Mirror and horsetail whisk, she transferred the silver cone to Lei Jun before leaving, for him to continually nurture and refine it, allowing the cone’s spiritual power to accumulate.

"Hmm... I still prefer accumulating and enhancing myself." Tang Xiaotang circled around the silver cone encircled by the Nine Abyss True Fire.

Lei Jun: "Dual approach."

On one hand is the accumulation of the cone’s spiritual power.

On the other hand, Lei Jun is also making subtle adjustments to the silver cone.

Xu Yuanzhen has little direct interaction with the monks of the Xumi Vajra Sect.

Lei Jun, however, has genuinely competed against them, having defeated Yushan Master and Master Zongcuo, among other experts from the Xumi Vajra Sect.

Although his comprehension at the Serene Insight level is not as natural as Xu Yuanzhen’s understanding at the Natural level, it is nonetheless outstanding.

Combining his prior experience with the monks of the Xumi Vajra Sect, Lei Jun continuously makes subtle adjustments.

"There will ultimately be a battle." Wang Guiyuan sat on the side, contemplating.

However, he did not advise against Lei Jun, Tang Xiaotang, and others.

With the National Master’s favor falling to the Celestial Master Mansion and the Tang Emperor choosing between the Taoist Sect and the Buddhist Sect, these may exacerbate conflicts.

But ultimately, it depends on the Celestial Master Mansion.

After the battle in Bashu and Nanzhao, the Celestial Master Mansion’s prominence completely overshadowed the Xumi Vajra Sect.

Although disappointed, the Xumi Vajra Sect has been considering temporary retreat, seeking coexistence with the Celestial Master Mansion as two forces balanced by the Great Tang Imperial Court, jointly dividing and suppressing other sects and even family power.

Not competing for immediate victory, quietly observing future changes.

During the Celestial Master’s succession ceremony, Jiasheng Upper Master came to congratulate, expecting to reach understanding with the Celestial Master Mansion.

But Lei Jun refused.

On one hand, there was caution against the Xumi Vajra Sect’s intentions of converting.

On the other hand, it originated from their indulgence of powerful forces mistreating serfs in the Western Regions and Snowy Plains, and even the acts of the Western Region Buddhism itself seemed righteous but carried a bizarre air.

Therefore, unsurprisingly, the talks broke down.

Wang Guiyuan’s view on this is...

It’s best to minimize involvement in causes and grievances, but if negotiations genuinely break down... let them.

"Since there is ultimately a battle, making preparations like Senior Sister is the best course." Wang Guiyuan watched the silver cone in the Verdant Green Abyss True Fire.

Listening to such words from him, Lei Jun immediately knew this senior brother had ideas: "Senior Brother, speaking of the Buddhist Sect, no one here is more familiar with them than you, do you have any tips for dealing with the hand seal lineage?"

Tang Xiaotang also turned her head curiously at this time.

Wang Guiyuan: "There is a treasure named Eclipse Lotus Seat, which needs a bit more time to mature, I’ll send it to you later."

Lei Jun: "Great, bring more."

Wang Guiyuan: "You’re really not being modest, as if picking cabbages from the field? These are unique items, not cultivable, they require combining with other rare spiritual objects to refine, and more than half of these auxiliary materials are already exhausted in supply..."

With an unchanged expression, Lei Jun remained indifferent: "So, how many do you have, Senior Brother?"

Wang Guiyuan: "Eighteen blossoms."

Lei Jun: "A dozen and a half, very good, you’re indeed impressive."

Wang Guiyuan shook his head helplessly: "Depends on what you’re using them for, if you want to make grand use, the quantity likely suffices for two or three rounds."

After pondering for a moment, Lei Jun suddenly asked: "Senior Brother, do you think these Eclipse Lotus Seats can be further concentrated for refinement?"

Wang Guiyuan: "That depends on what specific purpose you’re using it for."

Lei Jun: "I currently have a rough idea, let’s discuss together later."

He then looked at Wang Guiyuan: "Senior Brother, is there anything else?"

Wang Guiyuan nodded: "Yes."

This time, he directly took out a portable miniature bag and handed it to Lei Jun.

Lei Jun opened it for a brief look.

A pitch-black scene greeted him.

"Black Bodhi Seed, not as effective as the Eclipse Lotus Seat." Wang Guiyuan: "But at least the quantity is slightly higher than the Eclipse Lotus Seat, offering a bit of peace of mind."

Lei Jun nodded.

Indeed, slightly more.

One hundred and eight seeds.

Lei Jun carefully kept the miniature bag, then looked up at Wang Guiyuan.

Knowing what he wanted, Wang Guiyuan shook his head: "That’s truly all, nothing else is of great use, these were altered from some resources accumulated by predecessors, and the raw materials are at least difficult to find again in the Great Tang Realm."