Bai Jin Returns

Beneath the lush, large trees, Tongtian sneered, "My two junior brothers certainly have taught their disciples well. Such eloquent mouths!"

Zhunti's face flushed red as he chuckled, "Senior Brother flatters us. They are still young, so please forgive any offense in their words, my three senior brothers."

Yuanshi narrowed his eyes and said sarcastically, "Young? I think they have quite a lot of nerve!"

Taishang spoke slowly, "Enough. Let the juniors handle their own affairs. We shall simply watch."

Tongtian suddenly turned his head to look outside. Yin~ He's back.

Yuanshi and Taishang also turned their heads eastward, a hint of a smile in their eyes. They had grown unaccustomed to not having this little fellow come to pay his respects during this time!

Nuwa glanced eastward, her gaze piercing through layers of space. She saw a simple, honest young man leading a Kui Ox, soaring through the clouds. She looked at the Three Pure Ones with a hint of loss. To be noticed by all three of them, this seemingly ordinary disciple must not be so simple. A smile touched her lips. What interesting events would his arrival bring?!

Tongtian spoke, "Bai Jin, go to Youquan Waterfall."

Bai Jin, atop his cloud, was taken aback. Youquan Waterfall? Isn't that the First Senior Brother's territory? What am I going there for?! He bowed and replied, "Yes!"

He straightened up and patted the Kui Ox, "I'll have to trouble you for a bit."

The Kui Ox nodded, its form shrinking instantly into a pale white light and entering Bai Jin's sleeve.

Zhunti glanced at Tongtian, then looked at Bai Jin with interest. This little fellow was valued by the Three Pure Ones, so he must have some extraordinary qualities. However, he also had absolute confidence in his own disciples. He had been preparing for this Dao debate for a hundred years!

Within the waterfall, the disciples from the West had smiles on their faces, while the disciples from Shangqing Peak looked grim. A heavy, solemn atmosphere enveloped the area.

"Haha~ Senior Brother, Senior Sister, it's been many days since we last met. Why has it become so lively?" Amidst laughter, Bai Jin descended slowly on white clouds.

Holy Mother Wudang suddenly stood up, her eyes filled with joy. Junior Brother is back.

The other Shangqing Peak disciples, along with Mahasthamaprapta, Ksitigarbha, and others, all looked at Bai Jin, who was slowly drifting down.

Among the Shangqing Peak disciples, some felt curious. Is this the Master's third disciple from the legends? He looks so ordinary!

Others held a dismissive attitude. For example, Dingguang Immortal with Long Ears looked at Bai Jin with disdain in his eyes. He only joined a few days later. What achievements can a mere Azure White Crane possibly have?

Holy Mother Wudang smiled, "Junior Brother, was your journey smooth?"

Bai Jin nodded and smiled, "Smoother than I expected." He looked around and asked in confusion, "Who are these people?"

Holy Mother Wudang said, "Let me introduce them to you, Junior Brother." She gestured to Holy Mother Jinling beside her, "This is Master's newly accepted direct disciple, named Jinling."

Bai Jin's heart stirred. Holy Mother Jinling?! He immediately bowed, "Greetings, Junior Sister Jinling."

Jinling returned the bow, "Greetings, Senior Brother."

Daoist Duobao suddenly spoke, "Bai Jin, Junior Sister Jinling is a direct disciple, and you are only an Outer Sect Disciple. Regardless of when you joined, you must address her as Senior Sister."

Bai Jin's body stiffened. He glanced at Duobao and smiled, "Then that was my mistake." He bowed again, "Greetings, Senior Sister."

Holy Mother Jinling felt a little flustered. She vaguely sensed a subtle tension between Duobao and Bai Jin.

Holy Mother Wudang immediately pulled Bai Jin aside and stopped in front of a woman, introducing, "This is Junior Sister Shi Ji."

"Greetings, Junior Sister Shi Ji."

Shi Ji quickly floated up and bowed, "Greetings, Senior Brother."

"This is Junior Sister Qingyu."

"This is Junior Brother Dingguang Immortal with Long Ears."

"This is Junior Sister Qingyu."

Bai Jin greeted them one by one. When greeting Dingguang Immortal with Long Ears, he could clearly feel his contempt and looked at him a few more times. The number one rebel of the Intercepting Sect.

Finally, Holy Mother Wudang introduced the disciples from the West, "These are Mahasthamaprapta, Ksitigarbha, Medicine Master, Sunlight, and Moonlight. They are the disciples of our two Martial Uncles from the West."

Bai Jin scrutinized them. The names of these individuals were thunderous in my past life! Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva, Ksitigarbha King Bodhisattva, Medicine Master Lapis Buddha, Sunlight Bodhisattva, Moonlight Bodhisattva.

Mahasthamaprapta smiled, "Senior Brother, is something amiss?"

Bai Jin bowed and smiled, "This humble Taoist, Bai Jin, greets you all, fellow Daoists!"

Mahasthamaprapta, Ksitigarbha, and the others also bowed, "Greetings, Senior Brother!"

After the greetings, everyone sat down again, the atmosphere as heavy as ever.

Bai Jin transmitted his voice, asking, "Senior Sister, what happened? The atmosphere doesn't seem right!"

Holy Mother Wudang transmitted back, "These people from the West are here to cause trouble."

With a thought, she transmitted the preceding events to Bai Jin. Everything became clear in Bai Jin's mind.

Bai Jin understood and scanned Mahasthamaprapta and the others. As expected, the disciples of Buddhism are eloquent! Judging from their debates, Buddhism has already taken shape.

Mahasthamaprapta, Ksitigarbha, and the others all smiled faintly at Bai Jin, secretly becoming wary. They wondered how he would make his move.

Bai Jin suddenly stood up, looked up at the sky, and said respectfully, "Martial Uncle, Master, and the several Martial Uncles are all supreme powers of the Great Desolation, destined to become Saints in the future. What a grand occasion it is for Saints to debate Dao. May we disciples be allowed to observe?"

The other disciples were also moved. Hearing even a few words from the debates of great powers would be an honor. However, only Bai Jin dared to make such a request.

Even Duobao, Mahasthamaprapta, and the others felt a sense of anticipation.

In the distant mountains, the Three Pure Ones subconsciously looked at Jieyin and Zhunti. Watching from behind the scenes was one thing, but if they were to step forward, whichever disciple fell into a disadvantage would surely lose face.

Zhunti smiled and said, "Senior Brother, your disciple has extended an invitation. How do you intend to decide?"

Tongtian said, "Then let us go!"

In an instant, space and time shifted. A large tree suddenly appeared on the green shade beside the waterfall. Beneath the tree was a table, around which the Three Pure Ones, Jieyin, Zhunti, and Nuwa were seated.

Everyone immediately stood up and respectfully bowed, calling out, "Greetings, Master, Martial Uncle, Martial Nephew~ (Greetings, Master, Martial Uncle~)"

Taishang said calmly, "Don't mind us. You disciples continue on your own." His gaze paused on Bai Jin for a moment.

"Yes!" The disciples rose and continued to sit cross-legged on the ground.

Bai Jin quickly trotted forward, smiling, "How can a discussion on the Tao be without good tea?"

He walked to the table, bowed, and said, "First Martial Uncle, I brought you a gift from my trip out. I hope First Martial Uncle will appreciate it."

A gift? Taishang's heart stirred as he instantly understood Bai Jin's intentions. He nodded and smiled, "What gift?"