Chapter 102: The Buddhist Son of the Northern Desert is Coming to the Upcoming “Debate” Conference
Yao Yingying from No Regrets Pavilion naturally attracted a lot of attention.
However, soon everyone’s gaze was drawn to another commotion.
A giant elephant, comparable to a mountain, slowly approached, its tusks towering high enough to seem capable of overturning everything in the vicinity.
Standing atop the giant elephant was Batu Lu, the Heavenly Prodigy of the Southern Plain.
Behind him stood two aged men in beast skins.
Although the two old men were thin and frail, the aura emanating from them made countless people feel a chill run down their spine.
At the same time, Fu Yao, the Saint Son of the Yao Guang Sacred Ground, also made his appearance.
Petals rained down from the sky, and with every step he took, a golden lotus would bloom beneath his feet.
Dressed in a stunning robe, he appeared as if he had descended from the heavens.
Countless Heavenly Prodigies made their entrance in a grand manner, but only two individuals joined the Heavenly Heroes Conference in the most unassuming way.
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“Sir, are we just going to walk in like this?”
Looking at the numerous Heavenly Prodigies adorned in grandeur, Gongsun Huaiyu felt as though her mouth was about to water.
Those who could attend the Heavenly Heroes Conference were mostly backed by powerful forces.
Thus, the entrances of the Heavenly Prodigies also represented the faces of various factions.
Still somewhat childlike, Gongsun Huaiyu naturally envied such a showy display.
In response to Gongsun Huaiyu’s words, Chen Changsheng glanced at her and said indifferently, “So how do you want to enter?”
“They all represent their own countries, while I’m all alone, of course I won’t have much of a scene.”
Hearing Chen Changsheng’s words, Gongsun Huaiyu pouted and whispered, “Sir, who says you don’t have any backing?”
“The relationship between my master and you is already enough said, right?”
“That’s true, then you could call the Seventy Wolf Smoke over and have them escort us in!”
“In that case, I guarantee our entrance would be more impressive than anyone else’s.”
Gongsun Huaiyu rolled her eyes at Chen Changsheng’s suggestion.
Seventy Wolf Smoke and Kunlun Sacred Ground were archrivals; it was already good enough for her to get in as a direct disciple.
If Seventy Wolf Smoke rushed out en masse to make a big scene while sending her into the Heavenly Heroes Conference, Kunlun Sacred Ground would probably engage in a fierce battle with Seventy Wolf Smoke immediately.
Thinking of this, Gongsun Huaiyu forced a smile and said.
“Let’s not bother Master with such trivial matters.”
“After all, my identity isn’t very appropriate.”
“Since you know your identity isn’t suitable, then just honestly reduce your presence.”
“When the Heavenly Heroes Conference starts, there will be plenty of opponents waiting for you to challenge.”
“I just hope you don’t end up crying.”
Upon hearing this, Gongsun Huaiyu immediately became displeased.
“Sir, I really don’t dare to call myself the number one Heavenly Prodigy, but I won’t be reduced to tears, right?”
“I’ve experienced many life-and-d*ath battles; I’m not as fragile as you think.”
“I didn’t say I wanted you to fight, the Heavenly Heroes Conference is a place for ‘debates,’ can you handle a ‘debate’?”
“Debate?”
At Chen Changsheng’s words, Gongsun Huaiyu’s face was filled with question marks.
“Exactly, it’s a ‘debate.’”
“The Heavenly Prodigy from the Northern Desert has arrived, and the spectacle is not small.”
“The Heavenly Prodigy from the Northern Desert has already arrived?”
“Why haven’t I heard of this? Besides, I don’t seem to have seen anyone from the Northern Desert!”
Gongsun Huaiyu looked around but failed to spot any trace of the Northern Desert Heavenly Prodigy.
“Of course you haven’t heard because your mind hasn’t been focused on this.”
“The Northern Desert Heavenly Prodigy arrived a month ago, but he chose to slowly approach Kunlun Sacred Ground.”
“In that month, he continuously challenged the three major sacred grounds: Zifu, Yaoguang, and Kunlun.”
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“His challenges toppled nineteen strongholds of these three major sacred grounds.”
“Each sacred ground has its Saint Son, as well as a few quasi-Saint Sons. Do you know why they’re not present at the Heavenly Heroes Conference?”
“Because they have all been dispatched to confront that Heavenly Prodigy from the Northern Desert.”
Hearing this, Gongsun Huaiyu couldn’t help but gasp.
Those who could become quasi-Saint Sons certainly possessed strength greater than most Heavenly Prodigies.
But despite so many people, they were unable to stop the Northern Desert Heavenly Prodigy; just how powerful was he?
“Sir, is he really that formidable?”
“I’m not sure how formidable exactly, after all, the three major sacred grounds won’t boast about their embarrassing moments.”
“But I do know that he has challenged nineteen strongholds in succession.”
“What method did he use?”
“Debates!”
“I’ve heard that the person who has come this time is the Buddhist Son of the Northern Desert, a rare figure in a millennium.”
“His Buddhist teachings are profound and unmatched in the world.”
“Since you have such confidence, I believe you will definitely leave him speechless during the debates.”
After saying this, Chen Changsheng smiled and looked at Gongsun Huaiyu.
In response to Chen Changsheng’s sly flattery, Gongsun Huaiyu smiled bashfully.
“Sir, I can still manage in a fight, but when it comes to debates, I’m afraid I can’t do it.”
“I only know a phrase ‘Ami Dofu,’ and I’m completely clueless about everything else!”
“If you don’t know Buddhist teachings, then let’s move on to Daoist principles!”
“No matter what, you should be able to keep up with what others are saying, right?”
“If you can’t follow even a single word, that would be too embarrassing.”
Faced with Chen Changsheng’s teasing, Gongsun Huaiyu’s expression grew even more pitiful.
“Sir, please don’t tease me.”
“Do I look like someone my master would consider knowledgeable in Buddhist or Daoist principles?”
“My master can’t even do it; naturally, I can’t either.”
Seeing Gongsun Huaiyu surrender, Chen Changsheng said, “Do you still think you’re formidable now?”
Upon hearing this, Gongsun Huaiyu shook her head repeatedly.
“I don’t think so anymore.”
Since attending the Heavenly Heroes Conference, Gongsun Huaiyu suddenly realized that there were still many inadequacies in herself.
Not everything in this world could be resolved solely by cultivation.
At least until she became invincible, this was impossible.
“Having this kind of awareness is quite good, but don’t underestimate yourself too much.”
“Dao resides in everyone’s heart, and the same goes for Buddhist teachings and Daoist principles.”
“The reason you can’t articulate them is because you haven’t cleared your heart’s confusion yet, nor have you found a way to describe it.”
“Reading books is both learning the paths of predecessors and verifying the path within your heart.”
“Learning and verifying can help resolve the confusion in your heart; once confusion is resolved, your thoughts will become enlightened.”
“With enlightened thoughts, you will find your own path.”
“Do you understand what I mean?”
After listening to Chen Changsheng’s words, Gongsun Huaiyu looked at him with a confused expression.
“Uh…”
“Sir, how about you say it again? I should be able to grasp it if I try harder.”
Looking at Gongsun Huaiyu’s bewildered little eyes, Chen Changsheng smiled slightly and then hugged Little Black and headed towards the Heavenly Heroes Conference.
Confusion has its own joys, and clarity has its own pains.
As the saying goes, the ignorant have no fear, and at the same time, the ignorant can also be happy.
This girl is still young; let her enjoy a little more of her happy time.
