In this world, Heaven's mandate could not be defied.
Even figures as lofty as Lord Lao or as boundless in Buddhist power as Buddha held reverence and awe in their hearts when facing Heaven's mandate. They would never dare entertain such thoughts, much less speak them aloud.
Everything in this world, every destiny, belonged to Heaven—that most mysterious and powerful force. Whoever dared defy it would be reduced to ashes in an instant.
Thus, when Uchiha Shin spoke those words, Peacock Great Bright King and the others were utterly shocked.
Inside Slanting Moon Three Stars Cave, Subhuti, who had been meditating, abruptly opened his eyes, a complicated expression appearing in them.
"Big Brother, you can't say such things carelessly. Be careful not to incur Heaven's punishment," Ox-King hurriedly stepped forward to warn him.
Uchiha Shin merely smiled calmly. "Heaven's mandate cannot be defied—who said that? Heaven's mandate may be powerful, but if we do not try, how will we know whether it truly cannot be defeated?"
"Many things in this world are predetermined, fated by destiny. But I, Uchiha Shin, do not agree with that. I believe that as long as one gives it everything, there will always be a chance to defy Heaven and change one's fate."
"And do not forget: whether cultivating immortality or cultivating Buddhism, both are struggles with Heaven for one's life. Since we have already chosen this path, why should we fear that mysterious Heaven? Why not trample Heaven beneath our feet?"
The crowd was even more stunned by Uchiha Shin's words. They did not want to listen any longer. What outrageous nonsense!
Peacock Great Bright King, however, was no longer shocked. Instead, she carefully examined Uchiha Shin from head to toe, seemingly very interested in him.
"Master Shin, there is a mountain pavilion ahead.