Five Buddhist scriptures, Buddha Land in the Palm, Buddhist soldiers and generals, King Kong and Arhats.
It seemed Sengoku had indeed gained a great deal this time, Imu mused inwardly.
At the same time, he sensed the deeper meaning behind Sengoku's words.
Unfortunately, there were only ten thousand Buddha spirits. In other words, Sengoku hoped there could be more.
After giving it some thought, Imu found Sengoku's performance highly satisfactory.
He truly ought to give him some reward.
"Your enlightenment and actions have exceeded expectations."
"Since that is the case, Mu shall grant you the 'soil' you require."
At Imu's will, the throne beneath him burst forth with brilliant light.
Sengoku watched as a faintly five-colored sphere of light slowly condensed in midair.
It seemed to contain a world of its own. The instant his gaze touched it, he "saw" boundless darkness.
"This is a pocket dimension Mu stripped from the void and stabilized with the authority of space and time."
"Its total area is eight million square kilometers."
"You are permitted to anchor it beside Sea Star as the foundation of your Buddha Land."
"Mu names it the Buddha Realm Pure Land."
No country was permitted within Sea Star. That had long been an established rule.
Naturally, Imu would not allow a Buddha Land to emerge there.
"From this day onward, the souls of monks who sacrifice themselves for Sea Star will not enter the Underworld, but will automatically return to the Buddha Realm Pure Land and become its foundation."
"Three years from now, this practice will extend to the affiliated worlds under the World Government."
A sharp gleam flashed through Sengoku's eyes. He bowed deeply toward Imu, his voice carrying a barely detectable excitement.
"Thank you for your grace, Lord Imu!"
"Sengoku will not fail your trust. I