Luo Ba's Calculations

Ying Qianshan stared intently at the Great Qin Emperor for a moment, then nodded slightly. Although his loose robes obscured his expression, it was clear that he was quite satisfied with the emperor.

"By the way, I have quite a connection with your Ying Clan. Regarding the Imperial World Shocking Merit, I remember there were some things needed for the Final Layer your Imperial World Shocking Merit in the Xiaoshan Sacred Cave. You can go and look for it when you have time," Ying Qianshan said after a moment of silence.

His words made the Great Qin Emperor's eyes light up, and he looked at Ying Qianshan with surprise and delight.

The Imperial World Shocking Merit has thirteen levels, but the Final Layer has always been beyond the comprehension of the Great Qin Emperor. Now, is there actually hope?

"Alright, I'm leaving. You don't need to know my identity," Ying Qianshan said before the Great Qin Emperor could even ask any further questions. After uttering these words, he soared into the air and vanished from everyone's sight in an instant.

With the Gate of the Hungry Ghost Path closed and all the Zombie and Hungry Ghost slain, the Birthday Banquet could no longer continue due to such a dramatic turn of events. Soon, they began to collect the corpses of the Zombie and Hungry Ghosts, and all the birthday guests departed one after another.

However, Luo Ba, the Asura Sect Master, was still suppressed under the Jade Bodhi Tree. Although the Golden Winged Corpse King had been taken away, the Jade Bodhi Tree itself was a Buddhist Treasure, comparable to an Immortal Artifact, and transcended the category of Lingbao. With the suppression of the Golden Body Bodhisattva's True Words, Luo Ba was completely suppressed under the Jade Bodhi Tree and could not escape.

"Master, how can we rescue you?" Looking at Luo Ba, who was suppressed by the Jade Bodhi Tree, the elders of the Asura Sect had solemn expressions. Lu Yuling hurriedly asked.

"This Jade Bodhi Tree, along with the Buddhist Sect True Words and scrolls, are beyond your control. Don't waste your time," Luo Ba said, shaking his head as he was suppressed under the Jade Bodhi Tree.

"Fellow Daoist Luo, I'm sorry you've suffered because of my affairs," the Great Qin Emperor said, his Square Face showing a hint of Guilt as he approached Luo Ba, who was being suppressed under the Jade Bodhi Tree.

"Your Majesty, even with your and True Person Changfeng's strength, you can't rescue my Master?" Zhuge Xiang asked upon hearing the emperor's words.

"I would also like to help, but unfortunately, this Jade Bodhi Tree is Buddhist Treasure comparable to Immortal Artifact, and it also has True Words inscription. It cannot be moved by brute force. I suppose it will require the power of the Golden Body Bodhisattva himself to move it," the Great Qin Emperor said with a sigh, shaking his head.

"Does it require the power of that Golden Body Bodhisattva himself?" Upon hearing the Great Qin Emperor's words, Zhuge Xiang's eyes flickered slightly, and he nodded to indicate that he understood.

"Alright, fortune and misfortune can change in an instant. Although I am suppressed here, you don't need to worry about me. Go back to the Asura Sect first. During my suppression, the Great Elder will take care of all the affairs of the Asura Sect." Although he was suppressed under the Jade Bodhi Tree and could hardly turn over, Luo Ba was very cheerful and seemed to have a good attitude.

"Yes, Sect Master, we will definitely find a way to rescue Sect Master," the members of the Asura Sect nodded in response to Luo Ba's words. The Great Elder further assured them that he would take Luo Ba's place and handle the affairs of the Asura Sect perfectly.

"Be careful," Lu Yuling said, handing the Demon Ring of Yin back to Zhuge Xiang, seeing that he still didn't seem willing to leave.

However, upon further reflection, he realized that his words were somewhat superfluous. With Zhuge Xiang's current strength, if he were solely focused on escaping and preserving his life, there would be very few people in the current Cultivation World who could stop him.

"Yes, I know," Zhuge Xiang nodded, knowing that Lu Yuling was referring to his investigation of the National Fortune's fate within the Imperial Clan. He then watched Lu Yuling and the elders of the Asura Sect depart.

"Master, is it really necessary to use the power of that Golden Body Bodhisattva to rescue you?" After everyone had left, Zhuge Xiang asked alone beside Luo Ba.

"On this point, His Your Majesty did not lie to you. With the power of this Jade Bodhi Tree, apart from true gods and Buddhas, only the power of that Golden Body Bodhisattva himself could Rescue me," Luo Ba nodded and answered Zhuge Xiang.

"However..." Luo Ba suddenly changed the subject, saying, "Being suppressed here is actually a blessing in disguise. On the surface it may seem like a disaster, but in reality, it may not be so bad."

"Oh? Master, what do you mean by that?" Upon hearing Luo Ba's words, Zhuge Xiang was slightly taken aback and asked in surprise.

"I believe you are aware of the situation of my Asura Sect. The Great Qin Imperial Family is even more wary of my Asura Sect than the Myriad Monster Kingdom. The strength you have displayed today suggests that, given time, you may even surpass me. Tell me, with such a powerful successor as you, if we, master and disciple, join forces, wouldn't the Imperial Clan be in a state of unease?"

"That makes sense," Zhuge Xiang nodded in agreement upon hearing Luo Ba's words. From the perspective of the Imperial Clan, they naturally couldn't bear to see the Asura Sect become prosperous.

"So, although my suppression under this Bodhi tree is a disaster, it has also brought some benefits. At least, it has put the Imperial Clan at ease about my Asura Sect. Therefore, although the Golden Body Bodhisattva's power is stronger than mine, if I am determined to escape, no one in this Heaven and Earth can stop me."

In closing, Luo Ba's words carried a hint of arrogance. He was considered one of the top three strongest figures in the Great Qin Empire —that was the world's impression of Luo Ba. But no one knew that Luo Ba's true strength was even greater than what the world perceived...

Luo Ba's cultivation level has reached the limit that this world can withstand. Naturally, his strength has also reached the limit that this world can withstand. Even if Gods and Buddhas of all Heavens descended to the Cultivation World, they could not be stronger than Luo Ba in terms of pure strength. They might only be better than Luo Ba in terms of technique.

But, coming from a combative sect like the Asura Sect, how could Luo Ba's fighting skills be lacking?

"Master, you actually chose to be suppressed?" Even Zhuge Xiang was shocked to hear this. Even if it was for the sake of the Asura Sect, was there any need to suppress him here? Was he not afraid of never being able to escape for the rest of his life?

"Don't worry, with my cultivation level, I've already passed Heavenly Tribulation, and my understanding of the Immortals realm is becoming increasingly clear. In less than a hundred years, I will definitely be able to break through to the final realm. At that time, the Heavenly Laws will force me to ascend to the Demon Realm. How could this Jade Bodhi Tree possibly suppress me? However, in the meantime, being able to create a favorable cultivation environment for you is already a bonus."

Seemingly sensing Zhuge Xiang's doubts, Luo Ba explained.

As Zhuge Xiang's strength grows, and with Luo Ba in charge, the Asura Sect will naturally become increasingly feared by the Imperial Clan, potentially even prompting them to take action. However, Luo Ba himself has suppressed himself, greatly reducing the threat level. Therefore, no matter how powerful Zhuge Xiang appears, it will likely no longer be enough to provoke the Imperial Clan to intervene. This is Luo Ba's own calculation... (To be continued...)