Jiang Yun stepped out of the Chaos and appeared on the Main Peak of Mount Sumeru of the Western Teachings.
The figures of the Daoist Jieyin and the Daoist Zhunti also quietly appeared beside him.
After returning to Mount Sumeru with the Two Sages of the West, Jieyin and Zhunti immediately summoned their core disciples back to the mountain. Last time at Longevity Mountain, the two announced that Jiang Yun would become the third leader of the Western Teachings, but it was not very formal. This time, they made up for it within the sect, and then they would announce it to the Primordial World.
The Daoist Jieyin's face was filled with sorrow mixed with an undisguised excitement, Daoist Zhunti wore a smile and had a sincere expression.
Before them stood the core disciples of the Western Teachings: Kong Xuan, Yaoshi, Maitreya, Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, Bixiao, Zhao Gongming, and others, as well as fellow practitioners like Randeng who joined later.
Zhenyuanzi, Hong Yun, and Huang and Wa, who represent the Human Clan, were also among them. They had experienced the life-and-death ordeals at Wuzhuang Temple and Longevity Mountain, and their eyes were filled with gratitude and respect for Jiang Yun. At the same time, because of the protection of the Western Teachings, they had a strong sense of identification with the Western Teachings.
The Daoist Jieyin calmly surveyed the crowd before slowly speaking, "Disciples and fellow Daoists!"
My Eldest Disciple, Jiang Yun, the Vice Sect Leader of the Western Region, has attained enlightenment amidst Chaos, achieving the Hunyuan Great Luo. Congratulations!
Since Jiang Yun joined the religion, he has worked diligently and conscientiously, offering advice and taking practical actions to promote the development and growth of the Western Teachings, which has led to the Western Region today.
Now his cultivation is outstanding, surpassing even ours."
The voice of the Jieyin suddenly rose in pitch, and the Daoist Zhunti stepped forward at the same time, smiling, and spoke in unison.
"I Jieyin! I Zhunti!"
In his capacity as the leader of the Western Teachings, he declared:
"Starting today!"
Jiang Yun is the Third Cult Leader of our Western Teachings!!!
Jieyin the Two Jieyin and Zhunti were the first to approach Jiang Yun, solemnly performing the rites of a fellow Daoist.
In an instant, the Eight Treasures Merit Pool shone brightly, golden lotuses bloomed in the pool, and chanting of Buddhist hymns seemed to descend from the heavens, while auspicious clouds and mists churned and surged.
An invisible sense of approval seemed to descend from heaven and earth, enveloping Jiang Yun.
"Disciple pays respects to the Third Cult Leader! May the Master live a long and prosperous life!!!"
All the Western Teachings disciples, including Yaoshi, Maitreya, Kong Xuan, the Three Xiao, and Zhao Gongming, regardless of their relationship with the sect, were completely convinced and moved. They all bowed down in unison, their voices resounding throughout the Mount Sumeru!
Zhenyuanzi and Hong Yun bowed solemnly in acknowledgment.
Huang and Wa knelt on the ground, tears welling in their eyes, and exclaimed, "Human Clan will forever remember the great kindness of the Third Cult Leader!"
To them, Jiang Yun was not only a savior, but also a supreme being who pulled them back from the brink of hell and gave them new hope.
The prestigious position of the Third Sect Leader of Western Teachings makes this sense of belonging and security even more solid.
Standing amidst the worship of the masses, Jiang Yun calmly accepted it all.
Although he disliked empty fame, he knew that he needed a solid foothold at this time, and the position of the Third Sect Leader of Western Teachings could protect the Human Clan, unite forces, and, moreover, use the doctrine as a shell to facilitate his propagation of the Dao of All Beings. This was an important step for him to fulfill his promise and promote his Great Vow.
He slightly raised his hand, and a gentle yet vast power swept over him. "Disciples and fellow practitioners, please rise."
After establishing himself as the Third Cult Leader, Jiang Yun gave a sermon to the disciples of the Western Teachings at the Eight Treasures Merit Pool.
He sat high on the lotus throne, his clear voice flowing out. There was no need for dazzling displays of Heavenly Flowers Fall in Profusion or Golden Lotus Emerges from the Ground. Wherever his voice reached, the Laws naturally became harmonious, and the principles were clearly revealed.
In this sermon, the focus will be on the Laws he himself established— the Dao of All Beings!
"Fellow practitioners," Jiang Yun's voice was calm yet reached the depths of the soul, "All things in this world seek transcendence."
Hongjun Dao Ancestor, merged with the Heavenly Dao, controlling Order to approach the Great Dao.
Old Ancestor Yang Mei severed the root of the Primordial World, departing from the Heavenly Dao in pursuit of freedom and unfettered existence.
Both of these are methods for attaining enlightenment.
"However, the Dao of All Beings is based neither on union nor separation."
Where is the path?
The Way lies in the Immortality enlightenment of the hearts of all living beings!
"The Dao of All Beings is not my own path, but the power to inspire, ignite, and sustain countless beings in awakening themselves and breaking free from the shackles of Heavenly Mandate!"
Jiang Yun explained the core meaning, "What is enlightenment? It is eliminating all external temptations and personal distractions, questioning what your heart truly desires, and understanding where your 'other Other Shore's lies!"
This is not simply about pursuing strength, but about tempering the spirit and character of living beings.
"My Dao of All Beings enlightenment for all beings aims to help them find the opportunity for awakening amidst the torrent of destiny, so that everyone can reach the Other Shore!"
Drawing on his own experience, he pointed out the key to enlightenment. "I use my own world as a vessel to carry and evolve all kinds of laws and principles, and to encompass all things."
It contains the evolution of the Three Ways of Heaven, Earth, and Man within, and connects with the infinite mysteries of Chaos. My evolutionary process is the cornerstone that carries and promotes the enlightenment of Dao of All Beings.
This explanation clearly elucidates the core concept of "the Dao of All Beings"—using the awakening thoughts of all beings as oars and one's own body as a boat, seeking for everyone to become like a dragon, ferrying all beings to transcend.
For many disciples of the Western Teachings, especially Human Clan who had suffered greatly at the hands of the Demon Clan race and Kong Xuan, Three Xiao, and others who had experienced the devastating battle between humans and demons, Jiang Yun's "Dao of All Beings" concept was like a beacon in the darkness, extremely attractive.
It emphasizes the self-exploration and self-pursuit of life itself, which has something in common with the Western Teachings doctrine of universal salvation, but is more positive and powerful at its core.
Even the Yaoshi and Maitreya, who deeply cultivate the Western Region Dharma, had a thoughtful glint in their eyes, as if they were pondering how the concepts of "enlightenment" and "the Other Shore" could be combined with their Nirvana Bodhi mind.
Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with both admiration for Jiang Yun's profound Great Dao and a hint of complex contemplation.
The path taken by this Third Cult Leader, with its grand fundamental intentions and wide-ranging implications, truly transcends the original sectarian framework of their Western Teachings.
After the sermon ended, Jiang Yun did not linger to answer questions.
He arrived at the main hall of the Main Peak with the Two Religious Leaders, Jieyin Zhunti.
The three sat facing each other. Jiang Yun remained calm and got straight to the point.
"Fellow Daoists," he said, his eyes clear and his tone sincere, "I am now the Third Sect Leader of Western Teachings, and my Fortune is intertwined with that of the Western Region, sharing both glory and disgrace."
As long as the Western Teachings does not fail me, I am willing to work with you two to promote the Dao of All Beings, so as to Great Vow of universal salvation.
This promise is as clear as heaven and earth.
Jieyin and Zhunti and nodded slightly; this was exactly the promise they had hoped for.
Jiang Yun founded the Dao of All Beings. If he so desired, he could easily break away from the Western Teachings and establish his own sect. Given his current level of cultivation, no one could object to that.
However, this would inevitably lead to a split in the Western Region Fortune, which would be a blow to the Western Region, which is just beginning to prosper.
Fortunately, Jiang Yun had no intention of starting his own business, so they didn't need to worry.
"However, there is one matter I still need to discuss with you two." Jiang Yun's tone shifted slightly, pointing to the foundation of the Dao Field, "Mount Sumeru is the Western Ancestral Vein, and the Eight Treasures Merit Pool is the source of the Western Region's Fortune. This place is indeed a supreme Spirit Mountain. However..."
He paused briefly, then pointed out the key issue. "This mountain, though wondrous, is already at its limit in terms of being able to bear the flow of Daoist energy from two Heavenly Dao Saints."
"The gathering of three cult leaders here... I'm afraid it's too much to bear." Jiang Yun gently shook his head.
"My Hunyuan Great Luo Dao is based on the evolution of the Great Thousand World itself. Its Daoist essence is vast and boundless, and it is no longer the path of Heavenly Dao."
Now, the three Daoist principles coexist and intertwine on this mountain, interconnected yet independent. Although they do not clash, one can vaguely sense that the Spirit Mountain Earth Veins are somewhat stagnant, and the operation of the Great Dao's rules is somewhat hampered.
In the long run, this will not be a good thing for the evolution of the Western Region Spirit Vein, for the three of us to diligently study and comprehend the Dao, or even for teaching others to cultivate."
Jieyin and Zhunti's expressions became slightly solemn as they closed their eyes and carefully sensed the surroundings.
They were busy dealing with the aftermath and establishing their leader's position, and had no time to calmly reflect on the situation.
Now that Jiang Yun had pointed it out, and he carefully sensed the flow of Earth Spirit veins and the Great Dao, he indeed vaguely realized that what Jiang Yun said was true.
The solid and powerful Earth Veins of Mount Sumeru, after bearing the Daoist essence of two Heavenly Dao Saints, are further superimposed with the unique Daoist essence manifested by Jiang Yun, the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal, and the Great Thousand World within his body. The three seem to complement and blend together, but in reality, there is an inevitable subtle "crowding out" and "isolation" effect at the microscopic level in their internal rules.
It was as if three great forces of different natures were working together on the core of a sophisticated magic array. Although the Formations did not collapse, its most subtle and efficient operation was indeed disturbed in a way that was not easily detected but was real.
Seeing the Two expressions, Jiang Yun knew they had grasped the key point.
He continued, "In my opinion, the three of us are now in the same situation as the Three Pure Ones of the East. Although Kunlun Mountain is a rare immortal mountain, it cannot withstand the manifestation of the Daoist aura of the three Saints for long. The three of us will inevitably have to separate in the future."
I intend to return to my former Spirit Bamboo Mountain Dao Field, where I will make some changes and then reside here permanently.
He pointed to a specific location in the Northeast, which was where his original Daoist Dao Field was located, and also the path he had taken.