Celestial Immortal

 Chapter 1003: The Preaching Controversy!

 “Sir, you came just in time.”

Chu Chen whispered secretly, looking forward to it in his heart.

Today, Mr. Qingzhu did not come to see him, but he also planned to visit the state Taoist temple to ask about the current situation of missionary education in Lizhou.

 The golden light of merit is the superior "good deeds". It is sent down by the response of heaven and earth. It is extremely precious and has great magical effects.

Chu Chen still remembers that he was at Mount Tai to observe the conferment ceremony, observe the last conferment of gods, and witness with his own eyes the process of flying into the sky.

 Those who possess the golden light of merit will ascend to the earth much more smoothly.

It’s a pity that the golden light of merit is hard to come by and hard to obtain.

Chu Chen "saved the young apprentice Chu Baiqing who was born as an innate god" and "killed the Litian Witch God" twice and received generous [golden light of merit]. However, it is a pity that this kind of chance creation involving "the will of heaven and earth" and "the way of heaven" cannot be Copying, even, is impossible for most people to encounter.

 The most conventional way to achieve [golden light of merit] depends on preaching and education.

Previously, Chu Chen was in charge of the Taoist Academy, teaching and teaching, and achieved great results. He obtained the [Golden Light of Merit] twice, once the Nine Paths, and the harvest was extremely rich.

At present, Chu Chen, as the governor of Lizhou, is in charge of yin and yang with Mumeng Road of Lizhou, so he is the real official of the border.

Lizhou is an uncivilized and wild land. As long as he manages it well, promotes Taoism, and educates people, as long as he does it well, he can be like he did in Yunzhou. Heaven will feel it, and Zhu Tianjun, who does not believe in Taoism, will come down to earth. Give the light of enlightenment and merit. ,

 As the governor of the state, he will be able to get a share of the pie when the time comes.

 In other words, for Chu Chen, his focus in the next few years will be on the word "education", both in public and private matters.

With this thought, Xu Shi found the goal of his struggle. Chu Chen was refreshed and without saying a word, he got up and headed to the State Taoist Academy.

 About half a stick of incense later, the mountain chief of the state Taoist academy.

"No matter why you are here, I was planning to go to the Ghosts and Gods Department to find you soon."

“Sir, you’d better call me by my name in private, even though it sounds awkward!”

Chu Chen shook his head, a little helpless.

Mr. Qingzhu is currently the mountain chief of the Prefecture Taoist Academy. Although he has the rank of a third-grade Immortal and is at the same level as him, he is only half a level higher than the Prefectural Capital Administrator. He is currently regarded as the superior of layman Qingzhu.

 Speaking of which, Mr. Qingzhu is similar to his master, Taoist Master Xu Ping. He is a serious person and has never done anything out of the ordinary to damage his face or embarrass him because of his old friendship.

This certainly made his work smooth, but in his mind, layman Qingzhu was always the "teacher" and "elder".

 The respect for Mr. He comes from the bottom of his heart.

 “Hahaha~ Ling Xiao, sit down!”

layman Qingzhu smiled loudly, and although he didn't say much, Chu Chen seemed to be very respectful to him, which made him feel quite grateful in his heart.

If nothing else, he flew his talisman to pay homage to the Du Guan. He should be the one heading to the Du Guan's compound, but now it was Chu Chen who rushed over in person.

 “Senior Brother Ling Xiao, please have tea!”

Zizhu boy brought the spiritual tea.

 “Junior Brother Zizhu, thank you very much!”

Chu Chen reached out to take it and took a careful sip. The fragrance lingered on his lips and teeth, and a faint spiritual energy melted in his mouth, which made people feel refreshed.

 “Good tea!”

As the son-in-law of Diyuan Dragon Palace, Chu Chen has been drinking the spiritual tea from Dongtian Paradise for a long time, and he is very naughty. Now, he couldn't help but admire it.

“This is the imperial tea given by Mr. Ming Jing!”

layman Qingzhu smiled and was about to make an introduction. However, just as he opened his mouth, he casually glanced at Chu Chen. He might have discovered something, and a look of surprise appeared on his face:

 “Second level cultivation!”

Chu Chen was tasting the spirit tea, and when he heard the exclamation, he smiled helplessly.

 In fact, he is not a person who likes to show off, but he has just made a breakthrough and his breath is easy to leak.

“Exactly, sir, you have good eyesight.”

layman Qingzhu was slightly startled.

If he remembered correctly, Chu Chen had just broken through to the mid-level third-grade Daoxing in the past two years. In just two years, he had made another breakthrough in Daoxing?

“Ling Xiao, have you made another breakthrough in your Taoist practice? How come you can practice so fast?”

“There is no breakthrough in Taoism, but the super-grade method has been achieved, and the magic power has reached the second-grade level.”

Chu Chen didn’t hide anything when facing Master Qingzhu, and answered truthfully. Seeing that Mr. Qingzhu still looked in disbelief, he explained:

“Sir, this is the benefit of my self-created immortal skills. The Taoist skills in the middle stage of the third level can suppress the second-level magic power. By chance, I can master the super-level magic skills, which is why I have today’s magic power.”

 In fact, even if you practice the super-level method, your magic power cannot be improved infinitely. It must be supported by the Taoism of the longevity method.

 Under normal circumstances, if a third-level monk with great supernatural powers at the same level wants to cultivate second-level magic power, he needs third-level Dzogchen Taoism. A few top sects have inherited the immortal skills and can barely cultivate second-level magic power with late third-level Taoism.

 In addition, Shen Jian Wanggu is a clear example.

 The mana cultivation level of a Wanggu clone can only be increased to a limited extent, and the third level mana cultivation level is the limit.

Only by devouring other clones, fusing the original energy of the gods, and restoring his former ways, can he rebuild his second-level mana, first-level mana, and even return to the top.

 Even Shen Jianwang was like this in ancient times, not to mention ordinary ascetics.

Chu Chenrong is the leader of hundreds of schools. He created his own immortal skills and reached the master level in alchemy. Only with towering alchemy skills can he suppress and mobilize the second-level magic power with the middle-level third-level Taoism.

Of course, he has reached his limit now. If he wants to continue to practice the super-grade method and increase his magic power, he must improve his Taoism. ·

"I see!"

layman Qingzhu was enlightened, and the look of surprise and doubt on his face dissipated.

Others don’t know, but he does know that Chu Chen has created the top immortal skill by himself. Although this is so magical, it is unexpected, but it is also reasonable.

For a moment, layman Qingzhu looked very excited, his face full of emotion.

 Second-grade magic power, peerless powerhouse.

“Ling Xiao, I have long expected that you would one day be among the most powerful, but I never thought that this day would come so quickly!”

After saying that, layman Qingzhu was happy, but also a little worried:

“Everything is too much and too little is too much. As you practice Taoism, the further you reach the later stage, the more you must pay attention to Taoism and cultivation. Lingxiao, don’t chase the basics and abandon the last. Your path to immortality is bright, so there is no need to be too impetuous.”

 “Sir, I understand.”

Chu Chen nodded his head in agreement, feeling clear in his heart.

 Good medicine tastes bitter, and those who can say this to spoil the mood at this time are true mentors and helpful friends.

 It’s just that his situation is special and difficult to explain.

 So, he quickly took over the topic and asked:

“Sir, you came to see me today. What’s the matter? But the Taoist temple is in trouble?”

 “Hmm~”

layman Qingzhu knew that Chu Chen was very assertive and had a clear goal, so he didn’t continue talking. He stopped at the point he made and nodded slightly:

 “I did encounter a lot of trouble.”

As he was talking, layman Qingzhu told us about the situation in Lizhou Taoist Temple in recent days.

 Speaking of which, the errands at Lizhou Daoyuan in the past two months have not been smooth.

 To a large extent, this is the reason for the highest level of Tianchao Taoist Academy.

The top officials of the imperial court and the Immortal Court misjudged the situation in Lizhou, and they never thought that they could kill the Litian Witch God so quickly. The officials transferred in the early stage, the Immortals, the Ghosts and the Gods, were good at handling cases, arresting demons, and subduing demons. People are the master and cannot cope with the current situation in Lizhou.

Therefore, in the past two months, officials, immortals, officials, ghosts and gods have been mobilized quite frequently throughout the state and county. Many officials, immortals, and officials have just taken up their posts and have to be transferred out again, which involves the interests of all parties. The rectification cannot be done in a day or two. To this day, the officials, immortals, officials, ghosts and gods in various places have not been completely adjusted in place.

"I understand this matter. A few days ago, I was avatar at the Imperial Capital Immortal Court High Gong Conference and reported the matter to the Celestial Master Gutong. The Celestial Master stated that by the end of this month, everything will be fully mobilized."

Although Chu Chen has been practicing in seclusion in recent days, he has a clone [Five-Colored Dream Dragon], and he has not missed any errands.

"That's good!"

layman Qingzhu nodded, quite satisfied.

Immediately, Xu thought of something, and he couldn't help but sigh:

“Ling Xiao, after the wind of blood sacrifice raged in Lizhou, it is much more difficult to educate than we did in Yunzhou. It is not an exaggeration to say that everything is not going well.”

 “Oh~”

Chu Chen was a little surprised.

 That year, he was transferred to Yunzhou for the first time and served as the head of the Wanquan County Taoist Academy. His immediate boss was Mr. Qingzhu.

At that time, Mr. Qingzhu was very energetic, spreading Taoism, educating all people, and strategizing. Under his teachings, our Taoism flourished in a state, and he made first-class achievements in teaching.

 There are specialties in the arts, and Mr. Qingzhu's education can be easily handled at his fingertips.

Unexpectedly, even Mr. Qingzhu looked embarrassed at this moment.

“Sir, the Taoist education department has encountered a difficult problem?”

"good."

layman Qingzhu nodded with a serious expression.

In the past two months, there were not all the men and horses transferred from Celestial Court, but his mission of spreading Taoism and educating others was in full swing.

"In the past two months, the Taoist Temple has sent high-level Taoist and Buddhist monks to preach and preach everywhere. Whether they are indigenous tribes or mountain fairies, they teach all kinds of things and teach the right way. Things are going quite smoothly."

"Thanks to Ling Xiao, you killed the Li Tian Witch God and shocked Lizhou. The local natives and spirits are very interested in my Xuanmen Taoism. These days, the preaching and teaching events in various places have become lively. In the meantime, there are still Many good seedlings have been accepted into Taoist temples from indigenous tribes in various places."

Chu Chen nodded slightly. He once served as the mountain chief of Wanquan Taoist Academy and was quite knowledgeable about preaching and education.

 Speaking of it, this can be regarded as the “ trump card ” of Celestial Immortal Court.

 First select and cultivate seedlings from the indigenous tribes and leave the seeds of fire. In a few years, before you know it, a spark will start to ignite the prairie fire.

 “This is not very good.”

 “It’s good, but unfortunately, it has little effect and the progress is very unsatisfactory.”

layman Qingzhu shook his head and said:

"I don't know why, but the local disciples we have recruited from various Taoist academies in Lizhou all have witchcraft skills and very good talent. It should be very easy to switch to Taoism skills, but their performance is a bit disappointing. Unexpectedly, let alone practicing Buddhism or Xuanmen techniques, it is extremely difficult for them to even enter the Taoism."

 “This is happening!”

Chu Chen frowned slightly and smelled an unusual smell.

After Master Qingzhu finished speaking, he added:

“In recent days, there have been fewer natives and spirits coming to listen to the sermons held by various Taoist temples. This is very strange. In my opinion, there must be evil spirits and heretics obstructing it.”

Chu Chen nodded slightly and understood why Mr. Qingzhu was looking for him today.

As the governor of the state, whenever evil spirits and heretics are involved, that is within his jurisdiction, and he has to help layman Qingzhu clear the obstacles.

 “I understand, sir, please wait a moment.”

As he spoke, Chu Chen immediately put down the tea cup, closed his eyes and fell into meditation. His heart moved. At the same time, he was distracted by communicating with the "Lizhou Supervision Department", "Golden Dragon Guard", "Luogui Pioneer Army" and "Mutual Aid Association" to investigate the situation.

Many huge intelligence networks were mobilized instantly, and countless news and intelligence were attracted like a torrent.

 After about half a stick of incense.

Chu Chen slowly opened his eyes.

 “Ling Xiao, how is the situation?”

layman Qingzhu couldn't help but ask: "But there are evil heretics secretly obstructing it?"

“That’s right! The Demon Court and the Extraterrestrial Demon have joined forces again.”

Chu Chen nodded slightly, with a serious expression:

"Recently, our Taoist temple has been preaching scriptures and preaching the Dharma everywhere, and the Demon Court has not been idle either, spreading demonic skills everywhere, including many of the superior and high-level demonic arts that were rarely seen in the practice world in the past. It is a great effort. These days, all the major indigenous people tribe, the fairies and ghosts in the mountains are full of adventures.”

 “This is actually happening! The Demon Court is really willing to do it.”

layman Qingzhu could not help shouting loudly.

Compared to the authentic Taoist methods, although the hidden dangers of magic power are great, it is only at the threshold of entry. The speed of practice is fast, and it is easy to become famous.

 In the early stages of practice, it has much greater advantages than the righteous method.

Superior and high-level magic skills are even more powerful, with much less hidden dangers, and have the advantage of being able to practice magic skills quickly, which is extremely rare in the magic path.

 “This is nothing!”

Chu Chen shook his head and continued:

"The demon from outside the territory has got involved. He generously subsidizes his little devils to invade the living beings in Lizhou. He specifically targets those who practice demonic arts. The devil from outside the territory will not do anything wrong. On the contrary, if they practice the three orthodox methods of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, the devil from outside the territory will invade with all their strength. , it makes people full of demonic obstacles and makes it difficult to enter Taoism and practice.”

"this"

layman Qingzhu was slightly startled.

At this moment, he finally understood why the Taoist temple's preaching had encountered setbacks.

On the one hand, the Demon Court spreads the magic power at all costs, vigorously supports the indigenous forces and demons from all sides, and starts a "preaching battle" with the Celestial Court. On the other hand, it colludes with the demonic realms outside the territory to prevent them from preaching. This is a two-pronged approach. .

 Speaking of which, this “preaching war” is an asymmetrical war.

 With the intervention of extraterrestrial demons, the contest between the two sides was not fair at all.

 “Things are in trouble.”

Layman Qingzhu’s expression suddenly became very ugly.

When they opened up Yunzhou, the demonic forces also had a similar "preaching dispute." However, the demonic court had not yet been completely integrated and could not concentrate its efforts. The thunder was loud and the raindrops were light.

But now, the Demon Court has been integrated up and down. In addition, the power of the Celestial Court in the eight southwest states has expanded too fast. The Litian Witch God will destroy it as soon as possible, which makes the Demon Court feel even more pressure.

 This time, the Demon Court may be serious about it.

Whether it is the demons from outside the territory who are sent to help them practice Taoism, or the magic court spreading magic skills and supporting local forces, they all require the investment of "real money and silver".

 Although it is not a clever method, it is effective.

 After all, the essence of war is to fight for "logistics" and fight for family wealth.

layman Qingzhu said slowly:

“Ling Xiao, this matter must be reported to the Imperial Capital and seek help from above!”

"Um!"

Chu Chen nodded slightly, understanding in his heart.

 A missionary battle concerning the overall situation of the world began.

 Lizhou may become the main battlefield of the "preaching war".

 (End of this chapter)