After hearing Peacock Great Bright King's words, Uchiha Shin suddenly understood.
Peacock Great Bright King was right. He had indeed been overthinking things. There was no need to ponder such matters too much or worry excessively.
At times like this, what was needed was purity of heart. He only needed to understand what he wanted, what he sought. If he kept moving forward, then one day he would surely obtain what he desired. Even if he failed to obtain it, he would still come to understand new truths.
"Thank you for your guidance, Peacock Great Bright King," Uchiha Shin said with a smile. "Otherwise, I truly would have remained somewhat confused."
Peacock Great Bright King said, "Mystic Spirit King, there is no need to say that. You were merely too immersed in the situation to see it clearly. As long as you step outside it and view yourself as an outsider, you will be able to think more clearly and understand more."
Uchiha Shin nodded. "I have learned much."
"Mystic Spirit King, after wandering the Three Realms for some time, I will return to Peacock Ridge. My sacred site is there, and some people gather there to hear me expound the Mahayana Buddhist teachings. If you have the chance, you may come visit someday."
"I will," Uchiha Shin said.
The group then went their separate ways.
Uchiha Shin and Yang Jian headed toward Southern Jambu Continent.
Uchiha Shin remained silent along the way.
"Brother Shin, is something weighing on your mind?" Yang Jian asked.
"I was thinking about Taishang Laojun sending you here this time," Uchiha Shin said. "Something about it feels strange."
Yang Jian smiled. "Didn't Laojun send me here this time to resolve the matter between the Flame Emperor and the Yellow Emperor?
"Now that the Flame Emperor