On the central platform, which spans four zhang (approximately 10 meters), Zhou Wuji stood solemnly, holding a white jade whisk in his hand, his gaze sweeping over the densely packed crowd below.
According to his rough calculation, there were at least 20,000 people gathered in the audience.
Fortunately, this side of the riverbank is open, and it can accommodate tens of thousands of people.
The most important factor in gathering so many people was undoubtedly the enormous water mirror behind him.
The water mirror was twelve zhang wide and nine zhang high, a huge mirror with a 4:3 ratio, enough for even the person at the very back to see.
The image reflected in the water mirror is the North Pole Heavenly Emperor Hall. The majestic and sacred statue of the Celestial Emperor stands high above, with incense burning below and devout believers kneeling in prayer.
On the water mirror, large characters appeared in rows, which were the " Big Dipper Scripture " (The Classic of the Big Dipper).
The enormous silver characters, written with iron-like strokes and silver hooks, are elegant and graceful yet majestic and awe-inspiring, truly as if written by the Heavenly Emperor himself.
The Water Mirror not only features smooth visuals but also melodious, clear flute music.
The flute music wasn't loud, yet it spread far and wide, drowning out all human voices and the roaring river.
It was the melodious flute music that drew everyone over.
Everyone was utterly stunned when they saw the clear, flowing image on the giant water mirror. They all stared wide-eyed at the water mirror.
Their consciousness and minds were drawn to the giant water mirror. They didn't even know what they were looking at, but they instinctively wanted to look and remember everything they saw.
It wasn't just ordinary people who were stunned; even the self-proclaimed well-traveled young masters were taken aback.
Zhang Shiying stared at the enormous water mirror, his handsome face filled with undisguised shock. He couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Is this Water Mirror Technique? How can this be?"
As a direct descendant of the Zhang Household, he possessed extremely high martial arts skills and had naturally witnessed the Water Mirror Technique.
But the water mirrors he had seen before were only a few feet in diameter; he had never seen one so enormous.
The impact of the images and sounds flowing on the giant water mirror is hundreds or thousands of times greater than that of an ordinary water mirror.
The combination of the visuals and the melodious, ethereal flute music created a sense of sacredness, solemnity, reverence, and grandeur.
Zhang Shiying, who was always proud and arrogant, was also deeply shocked by the scene presented in the water mirror.
Others such as Jin Zhengye, Lu Mingfeng, Li Wanming were no exception.
Zhang Shiqi had the highest cultivation level and the most composed temperament. Although he quickly came to his senses and realized that this was Zhou Wuji's method of transmitting scriptures and expounding the Dharma, he still couldn't help but admire and respect it.
"Such methods are truly miraculous and beyond description!"
Leng Wuyou's bright eyes widened as well; she wholeheartedly agreed with Zhang Shiqi's words.
Senior Brother Zhou's methods are always so unbelievable, ingenious, and unfathomable.
Zhang Dingyang, the deputy leader who was watching the commotion from the back, was dumbfounded. He had witnessed Zhou Wuji's Water Mirror Technique before, but he never expected that Zhou Wuji could make the Water Mirror so huge.
Even more unexpectedly, the water mirror, after being enlarged dozens of times, would display such astonishing power.
Even with his cultivation and temperament, he was still intimidated by the sheer power of the enormous water mirror.
Zhang Dingyang asked Huo Dongling, "Is this really the Water Mirror Technique?"
Huo Dongling shook his head slightly. "How would I know about Daoist Law Technique? Regardless of whether it's the Water Mirror Technique or not, this kid's methods are truly too brilliant!"
"No matter how eloquent others may be, none can compare to the awe-inspiring power of the Water Mirror."
"Everyone present will never forget this Dharma assembly, nor this water mirror!"
"How can this kid be so powerful—" Zhang Dingyang was starting to regret his decision. "No, I have to bring those guys back, or they'll really cause trouble."
Having witnessed Zhou Wuji's methods, Zhang Dingyang was a little scared. He was afraid that the gang members would cause trouble that would be impossible to control.
He wanted to call everyone back before they caused any trouble.
That's what he said, but there were too many people at the scene, and in the rush, he couldn't find the group of gang members.
Huo Dongling said nonchalantly, "With such extraordinary momentum, who would dare to act rashly? You don't need to worry."
The enormous water mirror revealed a divine presence, as if the Heavenly Emperor himself had descended. Regardless of one's faith, one could not help but be awestruck by its power.
Even if the gang members wanted to cause trouble, they would surely be frightened and wouldn't dare to do anything reckless.
Zhang Dingyang thought it made sense, but he was still worried, so he hurriedly sent his men to find someone.
On the other side of the platform, cultivators from the Greater Yin, Lesser Yin, Pure Yang, Lesser Yang, and Northern Pole sects gathered together.
Leng Yiming, Li Yiyang, Zhang Zhichun, True Person Zhihua stood at the very front. Behind them, disciples from various True Person were arranged in an orderly fashion.
All eyes were now on the water mirror on the high platform, and even True Person like Leng Yiming couldn't help but show a surprised expression.
With his cultivation level of Third Rank True Person, he could naturally see that Zhou Wuji was using the pure Water Mirror Technique. However, Zhou Wuji had mastered the Water Mirror Technique to its extreme, and his own Divine Sense and True Qi were also strong, which was why he was able to make the water mirror so huge.
No one could have imagined that the water mirror could become so huge, let alone that the enlarged water mirror would be so awe-inspiring.
Several Third Rank True Person keenly realized a problem: from then on, the traditional methods of transmitting scriptures and teaching would be overturned.
In the future, only those who can conjure up a giant water mirror will be qualified to transmit scriptures and preach the Dharma.
The Water Mirror Technique will become an extremely important Law Technique!
As for the writing shown in the image, it should be a real physical manifestation, something that would be very easy for True Person to do.
Another point is that the melodious and ethereal flute sound perfectly matches the artistic conception of Daoist scriptures, easily guiding people's minds into the artistic conception of the scene, which is truly wonderful.
Several True Person couldn't help but look at True Person Zhihua, True Person Zhihua face was adorned with a reserved smile.
She had spent an Zhou Wuji to get this giant water mirror made.
Seeing such amazing results, she was quite pleased with herself.
Li Yiyang couldn't help but ask, " Zhihua, does this flute music have any origin?"
" The Heart-Clearing Universal Benevolence Spirit Melody is a tune composed by Zhou Wuji."
True Person Zhihua said calmly, "This lad has some knowledge of music, but his work is crude; please excuse his amateurish attempt."
Li Yiyang chuckled dryly, "Such wonderful music, ethereal, pure, and peaceful, I admire it immensely."
Leng Yiming and Zhang Zhichun both nodded in agreement.
Zhou Wuji, on the high platform, also began to recite the scriptures displayed on the water mirror.
" The Great Sage Big Dipper Seven Primordial Lords, can dispel the three calamities; the Great Sage Big Dipper Seven Primordial Lords, can dispel the four evil calamities—"
As Zhou Wuji chanted, a woodcutter appeared on the water mirror, chopping wood on the mountain. Lightning flashed and thunder roared in the sky, blasting the trees around the woodcutter into charcoal.
The woodcutter knelt and recited the " Big Dipper Scripture," and the lightning that had filled the sky vanished instantly.
This scene is very simple and straightforward; even a three-year-old child can understand it.
That is why this image, paired with sacred scriptures, has such a powerful emotional impact.
Many people involuntarily knelt down and chanted scriptures along with Zhou Wuji.
After all, Jingyang Upper Court has been preaching for many years, and it still has a large number of believers.
The Ghost Festival (Zhongyuan Festival) was originally a Dharma assembly held by the North Pole Heavenly Emperor to deliver the deceased and save all sentient beings. It was only after being held for a long time that it transformed into the folk festival of the Ghost Festival to worship the North Pole Heavenly Emperor. This is actually a tradition.
Even those who do not believe in the North Pole Heavenly Emperor Northern Emperor kneel and pray to him during the Ghost Festival, asking for his protection.
With such a solid foundation, coupled with the awe-inspiring sight of the giant water mirror, a large number of people began to kneel in worship, which also inspired countless others in the surrounding area.
In the blink of an eye, everyone in front of the platform had knelt down. In this situation, even those who didn't want to kneel wouldn't have the courage to stand still.
A group of the Aristocratic Clan noblemen didn't want to kneel, but they didn't dare to stand in the middle either, so they all retreated to the outside, but they couldn't avoid attracting all kinds of curses.
"Those who refuse to kneel Northern Emperor will be punished by the gods!"
"Why would the Northern Emperor come to the Ghost Festival if you don't believe in him?----"
"Disrespecting the gods will result in becoming Vengeful Ghost after death—"
Zhang Shiqi and the others heard it clearly. Although they had bad tempers, they didn't dare to argue with the crowd at this moment, and could only retreat somewhat awkwardly.
Once away from the crowd, Zhang Shiying couldn't help but curse, "They're all ignorant fools! What kind of Northern Emperor are they?"
"Watch your words!" Zhang Shiqi, sensing something was amiss, immediately rebuked Zhang Shiying with a stern face.
The Zhang Household and the Jingyang Upper Court did not have a good relationship. Seeing Zhou Wuji make such a big show of things, Zhang Shiying was shocked but also a little jealous and couldn't help but curse a few words.
Zhang Shiqi knew that since it concerned faith, the gods might not punish him, but the many powerful figures in the Jingyang Upper Court would not tolerate it.
There was also True Person Zhihua present; if she were to overhear this, it would be a very serious matter.
Daoist methods of praying for blessings may be ineffective, but it is not difficult to kill someone using Law Technique.
Zhang Shiying realized he had spoken out of turn and quickly shut his mouth.
The other young men heard it clearly, but they all knew that this matter was taboo, and none of them dared to speak up.
Leng Wuyou couldn't help but say, "Young Master Zhang, the gods are above, and blasphemy is forbidden. You must be careful with your words and actions."
Zhang Shiying was somewhat embarrassed and annoyed; his face flushed slightly, but he dared not say anything more.
Zhang Shiqi said politely, "Master Leng is right. I will teach him a lesson when I get back. I will also go to the Upper Court to offer incense and apologize in a few days."
On the high platform, the last part of the scripture had been recited when the flute music suddenly became high-pitched and bright, its stirring melody seemingly able to penetrate the heart.
The flute music was the Buddha's Light First Appears, and it was also the movie soundtrack from Zhou Wuji's past life memories—righteous, solemn, and sacred, possessing a righteous and righteous spirit capable of destroying all evil and filth.
"All calamities and difficulties are overcome by worshipping the Seven Stars. May there be no disasters or calamities, and may your heart forever remain at peace."
As the last few lines of scripture were recited, the flute music grew increasingly high-pitched and passionate, seemingly piercing through all darkness and calamity to usher in boundless light and holiness.
The image on the giant water mirror continued to rise, and in the blink of an eye, it broke through layers of clouds and entered the depths of the starry sky.
The bright moon hangs in the sky, billions of stars twinkle, the Big Dipper Seven Stars sits at the center of the northern sky, its seven stars shining brightly, and the Northern Pole gleams with divine light, faintly displaying the divine power of the stars.
Ordinary people had never seen such a beautiful and dazzling starry sky before, and they were all captivated by it.
When the flute music reached its climax, the Big Dipper Seven Stars cast its starlight, forming a colossal image of the Northern Emperor in the endless night sky.
Wherever the divine gaze falls, mountains, rivers, cities, villages, and all living beings appear—demonstrating the divine being's boundless compassion in protecting all beings.
Everyone was deeply moved by what they saw, and they all burst into tears, bowing and chanting scriptures with great effort.
Upon seeing this, everyone at Dragon Elephant Temple paled in shock. Such methods struck at the heart of the matter; they were truly terrifying!
When the flute music subsided slightly, Zhou Wuji solemnly chanted, "May the Northern Emperor protect me, granting me blessings, longevity, and peace."
Tens of thousands of people present chanted together in unison. "May the Northern Emperor protect us, granting us blessings, longevity, and peace."
The voices of the crowd merged together, creating a sound wave that soared into the sky and spread in all directions.
Even the young masters of the Northern Emperor, who did not believe in the sight, were captivated and unable to control themselves.
It slowly dissipated on the giant water mirror, transforming into millions of starlight that scattered across the sky.
The crowd below, as if driven mad, raised their hands to receive the falling starlight, their faces filled with ecstasy.
Even powerful figures like Li Yiyang, Leng Yiming, and Zhang Zhichun had complex expressions at this moment.
Zhou Wuji's methods of spreading his magic were like sorcery, and in a short time, he had already gained thousands of fanatical followers!
Even First Rank Celestial Master wouldn't possess such charisma. This Dharma assembly has truly broadened their horizons. Zhou Wuji's status in their hearts has risen immeasurably.
Although True Person Zhihua was reserved, a smile involuntarily crept onto his lips. Looking at Zhou Wuji again, he found the young man increasingly pleasing to the eye.
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