What Su Xin said made a great deal of sense. Even Chiming Master, who was usually quick-tempered, raised no objections.
But becoming Great Zhou's state religion was hardly a simple matter.
For one thing, it was obvious that the Great Zhou Emperor intended to use them. Mahasthamaprapta Master saw that clearly. In truth, it was more accurate to say they were using each other.
But without Great Zhou's support, the Western Border Esoteric Sect simply couldn't travel north to spread its teachings in the Central Plains. So even though they knew Ji Haodian was using them, they had no choice but to accept it.
Mahasthamaprapta Master looked at Su Xin and asked, "You said earlier that our Esoteric Sect had to settle two matters before we could establish ourselves in the Central Plains. What did you mean by bringing up Shaolin Temple?"
Su Xin spread his hands. "I don't need to explain this, Master. You should understand it already. Your Esoteric Sect lost the struggle for Buddhist orthodoxy against Shaolin Temple.
"Nowadays, whenever people in the Martial Arts World hear of the Buddha Sect, they think of Shaolin Temple, not your Esoteric Sect. If you want to spread your teachings in the Central Plains, Shaolin Temple is a hurdle you can't avoid."
Mahasthamaprapta Master's expression darkened slightly. "We know that, of course. But to be frank, Shaolin Temple is far stronger than our Esoteric Sect.
"More importantly, Shaolin Temple is based in Henan Circuit. If we dare spread our teachings in other circuits, the first obstacle we'll face will likely be Shaolin Temple's suppression."
Su Xin shook his head. "Master, you've misunderstood me. I'm not asking you to fight Shaolin Temple to the death.
"What you need now is simply a victory against Shaolin Temple. That victory is for you