Seeking the Dao

After an unknown amount of time, Duobao slowly opened his eyes, having already gained some understanding.

He stood up and bowed respectfully to Lin Tian.

"Thank you for your enlightenment Dao Venerable."

"Disciple understands."

Lin Tian hummed in agreement. "What have you all realized?"

Duobao said, "The path I have come to understand is to seek equality for all beings and to find true liberation for the soul."

"Western Teachings have lost their original purpose, becoming hypocritical and utilitarian. We should uphold their good intentions while discarding their falsehoods!"

He felt that the cultivation bottleneck that had troubled him for so long was showing signs of loosening at this moment.

Lin Tian nodded slightly. "Not bad, you have some comprehension. Please sit down."

Duobao nodded and sat down again.

Lin Tian then recounted all the Buddhist scriptures he had seen in his previous life to Duobao.

"All phenomena arise from causes and conditions, have no inherent nature, are impermanent, and are without self..."

Then, strange phenomena occurred.

Within a three-zhang-long area of the forest, pure golden lotus flowers bloomed!

The Buddha Light radiated!

However, because it was located on Three Immortal Islands, it did not attract much attention from the outside world.

"What... what's going on?"

Bixiao's eyes widened, her mouth agape in astonishment. "What was the Dao Venerable talking about? It sounds so profound! And why Senior Brother Duobao's side? And a lotus phantom?"

Yunxiao's beautiful eyes also shone brightly; with her higher cultivation level, she could naturally understand the Great Dao within.

"What the Dao Venerable said seems to have some similarities with the teachings of Western Teachings, yet they are also completely different."

Yunxiao murmured, his heart filled with shock, "Could it be that the Dao Venerable is actually knowledgeable in Western Buddhist Dharma? Is he... going to guide Senior Brother Duobao onto the path of the Western Teachings?"

Qiongxiao also whispered, "Dao Venerable is amazing, he can do everything."

Lu Ya and Wu Zhiqi were also drawn to this strange sight.

Lu Ya immediately sat down on the ground and listened carefully to the teachings within.

Wu Zhiqi simply watched, holding his stick in both hands.

He gazed into the distance. "Brother Six-Eared Macaque... rest assured, I will not betray your path..."

Yuanfeng then instructed Kong Xuan and the Golden-winged Great Peng Bird to listen carefully, for this was a rare opportunity for them.

He immediately began to listen to the sermon himself.

Lin Tian continued his narration, covering topics such as the three studies of morality, concentration, and wisdom; meditation; contemplation; self-awakening and awakening others; self-benefit and benefiting others; and Nirvana and tranquility.

Tell everything to Duobao directly.

The preaching the Dao lasted for a full century before it ended.

Those who listened to the sermon also benefited greatly, for they all arrived at the same destination through different paths, following the natural way.

He looked at Duobao and said calmly, "I have told you all I can. This is neither a fixed method nor an easy path. The road is under your feet, and the way is in your heart. Go."

Duobao slowly rose and bowed to Lin Tian once again.

"I will forever remember the kindness of the Dao Venerable Duobao in imparting knowledge, teaching skills, and resolving my doubts; I will never forget it."

"Duobao... then he went to find his own path."

Having said that, he turned around and strode off the island without lingering.

"Huh? He's leaving already?" Bixiao exclaimed in surprise as she watched Duobao leave. "Senior Brother Duobao, didn't he just arrive... uh, it seems like he hasn't been here long, but he's already gone like this?"

Yunxiao also looked puzzled. She stepped forward, bowed gracefully to Lin Tian, and asked, "Dao Venerable, Senior Brother Duobao... he seemed to have gained a great deal just now. Why didn't he stay on the island to continue his cultivation and consolidation? Is he returning to Golden Ao Island?"

Lin Tian smiled calmly, "He's gone to find his own path. The seed has been sown; whether it grows into a towering tree, what kind of flowers it blossoms, and what kind of fruit it bears, all depends on him."

Bixiao blinked her big eyes, seemingly understanding but not quite, but one thing she was certain of. "Will he be different the next time I see Senior Brother Duobao? I'm so envious of Senior Brother Duobao!"

Seeing her like that, Lin Tian shook his head and waved to the Little Deer in the distance. "Little Deer, go get some food. I'm getting a bit thirsty after talking for so long."

Upon hearing this, the Little Deer responded crisply, "Yes, sir!"

Before long, the Little Deer presented a dazzling array of magical items.

The glass plate held ancient Flat Peach, jade grapes, Ginseng Fruit, and a wine pot filled with the condensed dew of a hundred flowers.

The most eye-catching item was a large plate of roasted meat, sizzling with oil and exuding a wonderful aroma.

"Pulse."

Bixiao swallowed hard, her eyes glued to the golden-brown roasted meat, unable to tear herself away.

Yunxiao blushed, secretly pinched her younger sister, and scolded in a low voice, "Bixiao! Mind your manners!"

She felt utterly ashamed that her younger sister had embarrassed the Dao Venerable.

Lin Tian laughed heartily and waved his sleeve at everyone, saying, "Don't just stand there. It's a rare occasion today, so come and sit down and eat together."

Upon hearing this, Bixiao cheered and was the first to rush over, grabbing the most fragrant roasted tiger leg without any hesitation and taking a bite.

"Mmm! So delicious!" Her cheeks puffed out, and her eyes narrowed into slits with happiness. "The food here Dao Venerable, is amazing! It's a hundred times better than what we have on Golden Ao Island!"

Qiongxiao couldn't resist the temptation of the food either, so she sat down and began to savor the spiritual fruit in small bites.

Seeing this, Yunxiao gracefully sat down, poured Lin Tian a glass of wine first, and then took one for herself.

When Yuanfeng saw Lin Tian looking at her, she nodded slightly and led Kong Xuan and the Golden-winged Great Peng Bird over to sit down.

Kong Xuan behaved with propriety, while the Golden-winged Great Peng Bird's eyes gleamed as it looked at the roasted meat, but with the Mother Queen by its side, it dared not be as unrestrained as Bixiao.

Wu Zhiqi remained silent for a moment, then quietly walked to the seat at the very edge, took a cup of clear dew, and slowly sipped it.

The atmosphere here became lively in an instant.

Bixiao chattered away, talking about interesting things on the island while eating, with Qiongxiao occasionally adding a few words.

Lin Tian watched this scene, sipping the Spiritual Wine in his cup, a smile playing on his lips.

Just as everyone was enjoying themselves, a familiar figure suddenly appeared—it was Houtu, who had left earlier.

"Wow, it's so lively here! Looks like I've arrived just in time, there's some good food!"

Houtu smiled gently, her gaze finally settling on Lin Tian. "Dao Venerable, oh, where's Duobao?"

Lin Tian laughed and said, "He's gone to find his own way. You certainly know how to pick your time. Come and sit down."

Houtu didn't stand on ceremony and sat down next to Yunxiao. She took a Flat Peach from Bixiao, took a bite, and then, as if suddenly remembering something, said, "By the way, Dao Venerable, my elder brother sent me a message earlier saying that the Minghe was looking for me. After I went there, he asked me for a wisp of Primordial Chaos Purple Qi."

"Oh? Tell me about it." Lin Tian raised an eyebrow.

Houtu continued, "Since the revival of the Earthly Path, Minghe, as the Lord of the Asura Path, has always been diligent and conscientious in doing his job. However, seeing that my eldest and second brothers have both become Earthly Dao Saint, while he himself has been unable to break through to the Saint realm, he couldn't help but come to find me."

"So what do you mean?"

Lin Tian understood what was going on; the Minghe was eyeing it.

Houtu shook her head. "This matter is of great importance, which is why I have come specifically to seek the Dao Venerable's opinion."

"If he wants it, then give it to him."

It was just a Primordial Chaos Purple Qi, nothing precious at all.

Houtu was still hesitant, Lin Tian continued, "Now that your Witch Clan has settled in the Netherworld and taken control of the underground passages, even Hongjun in the Primordial Wilderness wouldn't dare to easily touch you. Moreover, the Minghe has worked tirelessly for the Netherworld for so many years; bestowing upon him a strand of Primordial Chaos Purple Qi can be considered as gaining another ally."

"Yes, Dao Venerable, then so be it."

Houtu had no reason to refute Dao Venerable's words.

"Now, the Primordial Wilderness earth veins have recovered to about 80%, thanks in no small part to your contributions back then. What you need to do now is to strengthen the underground passages."

"Expand the tunnels? Dao Venerable, do you have any plans?"

Houtu was confused.

Lin Tian drank a glass of wine, smiling but saying nothing.