Chapter 1063 The Origin of Life and Death

The living dead man holding the spear showed a hint of pain at this time. He no longer looked cold and ruthless as before. He picked off an object and threw it to Meng Qi's feet, and then withdrew from the area covered by the green lantern in front of the Buddha.

In the dark and chaotic place, a human face appeared, wearing a flat crown, covering his face with his hands, looking extremely painful, and went down into the main tomb chamber.

The green lantern is swaying, shining in all directions, warming people's hearts, immeasurable light and infinite life.

The light is bright but not dazzling, warming the soul and bringing purity. The black air evaporates and disappears, turning the gloomy and dead place into a Buddhist pure land.

"It is indeed a green lantern in front of the Buddha. Even if it is damaged, it still has such great power."

Meng Qi held the green lantern and praised it with peace of mind.

Jiang Zhiwei gasped slightly with a smile on her face:

"After all, it was once a Dharmakaya-level treasure."

In the previous battle, except for Meng Qi and Jiang Ruanqi, all three of them used the method of suppressing the bottom of the box, which consumed a lot of money and could only barely speak.

Meng Qi was in low spirits, and the lights shrank and returned to their original state, but the light and warmth still fell on him, and for a short period of time, no Yin Qi spread and he was reborn.

"This is……"

Meng Qi picked up the things at his feet.

It is a green jade pendant with warm tentacles that have not been infected by Yin Qi. There are several carved thunder marks on it, and there are inscriptions on the front and back.

"Jushenzhuang...Huangfu Tao..."

Meng Qi regained his energy a little and read out these six inscriptions softly.

Ruan Yushu hugged the guqin again, her face was white, her black hair was disheveled, her beauty was eerie, and she felt more and more like a ghost in A Chinese Ghost Story.

She played "Feng Ming Jiutian" and was low on energy. When she saw Meng Qiwang coming over, she didn't say anything. She shook her head and indicated that she didn't know "Jushenzhuang" or Huangfu Tao.

Qi Zhengyan thought for a while and said:

"I don't know where it comes from."

"It should be the strong man in this Jiuxiang world who gave you the jade pendant. I'm afraid you will tell your family and find a way to help him escape."

Jiang Zhiwei said thoughtfully:

"He has acquired some Thunder God inheritance, and the orthodoxy left behind should be related to this. This is not only a task, but also an opportunity."

Outside the mausoleum, Shang Yi looked at this scene and whispered:

"Haha, how can this be inherited? It has clearly been influenced by Ananda and has become his chess piece!"

The person who just fed Meng Qi was not that person at all, but Ananda behind him!

Then, Shang Yi's heart moved, and the black and white colors appeared under his feet to form a pair of yin and yang fish entwined together, forming a Tai Chi diagram and shrouding the mausoleum, followed by a misty voice:

"Tao destroys Tao and lives!"

Immediately afterwards, the Tai Chi Diagram disappeared silently into the void and landed on the coffin, but it did not have any impact on the mausoleum.

Jiuyou, a place of nothingness.

There is nothing here, to be precise, there is nothing that eyes can see, ears can hear, skin can feel, and spirit can touch!

All concepts and cognitions from the outside world no longer exist here.

What is the color? What are sound waves? What is consciousness? What's the direction?

How can concepts and words that are acquired, rely on experience and insight, and rely on physical supernatural powers describe this shortcut?

This is another shortcut to the Nine Netherlands, which is also the legendary origin of life and death.

Cold, quiet, silent, cold, empty, lonely, depressed, painful, dark, death...

Warmth, enthusiasm, vigor, vitality, liveliness, joy, brightness, vividness, power...

The origin of life and death, the origin of life and death, where there is death there is life!

And right at the center of the origin of life and death, there is a body sitting cross-legged, with a black robe, a crown of peace, a pale face, and closed eyes. It is Emperor Zhenwu, but he seems to be alive and dead, neither alive nor dead. , there is no bright idea at all, and it is dull and depressed.

At this moment, an illusory Tai Chi diagram of life and death flickered in the middle of Emperor Zhenwu's eyebrows and then disappeared quietly. Emperor Zhenwu, who was sitting cross-legged, had his eyebrows twitching slightly and his fingers moving slightly.

Emperor Zhenwu, who was originally in a state of neither life nor death, actually showed faint signs of waking up.

Of course, Shang Yi did not intend to directly awaken Emperor Zhenwu, but planted a seed to wake him up at the right time in the future.

At the same time, Meng Qi and others finally reached the last step in the Zhenwu Tomb. They saw the empty coffin left by Emperor Zhenwu and guessed that Emperor Zhenwu was not buried here in the end.

The cold voice of the Lord of Six Paths of Reincarnation sounded in their ears:

"The second step in the mystery of Zhenwu's fall: Find the Xuanwu Pendant."

A flash of blue light appeared out of thin air, and Meng Qi, Jiang Zhiwei and others disappeared into the main tomb chamber.

The dense beam of light hung down and enveloped Meng Qi. He suddenly felt a chill, and traces of black energy seeped out of his body.

The black energy disappeared quickly like snow meeting the sun, and there was a faint scream: "Yes..."

Meng Qi was shocked. When had he been possessed by the "evil ghost"? He was so unaware that he didn't even notice the green lantern in front of the Buddha. Without the Lord of the Six Paths of Reincarnation, it would be extremely dangerous.

However, considering that the green lantern in front of the Buddha was almost completely destroyed, and the "evil ghost" was Emperor Zhenwu's evil thoughts, it is not surprising that he could achieve this level.

Apart from this, Meng Qi was not injured. After the black energy dissipated, the "seeds" of concentrated Yang energy were untied, the light beam receded, and Jiang Zhiwei and others were seen.

"We were possessed by the evil spirit's breath just now." Jiang Zhiwei's face was slightly solemn, but she was not too nervous, just a little scared, because when she found out, the "evil ghost" had already been uprooted by the Lord of Six Paths of Reincarnation.

"Fortunately, there is the Lord of the Six Paths of Reincarnation." Meng Qi sighed. He is really powerful and specializes in treating difficult and complicated diseases.

Ruan Yushu touched the green jade flow behind her with a solemn expression. She knew that her green jade flow had the power over death, and could restrain many ghosts and ghosts, so that they could be possessed by them. This shows how terrifying and powerful the evil spirits in the Zhenwu Tomb are. !

At this time, the calm voice of the Lord of Six Paths of Reincarnation sounded:

"The mission of Zhenwu Suspicion Tomb has ended early. Should you choose to leave, or should you stay here and practice the Reincarnation Talisman for the remaining time?"

Hey, there is such a good thing! Without exception, Meng Qi and others chose to practice.

"This mission is really short." Jiang Zhiwei first calmed down her fear of being possessed by an evil spirit.

Because there was plenty of time, everyone was not in a hurry to redeem.

Meng Qi chewed his teeth and said: "The first step of a series of tasks is relatively simple, with low rewards and low risks. Although there are variables, it still basically conforms to this rule."

"Well, if we didn't have the magic of changing the sky and striking the earth, maybe we would have gone more smoothly and less nervously. The real danger lies in the silent possession of evil spirits, and with the Lord of Six Paths of Reincarnation, we don't need to worry." Jiang Zhiwei Nod in agreement.

If Meng Qi hadn't tried the magic of transforming the sky and striking the earth, the evil ghost wouldn't even have shown up, and the same goes for Huangfu Tao, who is at the level of exterior scenes. Everyone faced Huang Gang and other living dead who were only half a step closer to the strength of exterior scenes. Meng Qi himself could It can be dealt with, or in other words, everyone can work together to complete it when they first get the black fur, which is more in line with the concept of the first step in a chain of tasks.

Ruan Yushu's expression was cold, and he looked at his shoulder from time to time, as if he was afraid that another evil ghost would suddenly appear there: "Even if there is a change caused by the magic of changing the sky and striking the earth, there is actually no danger, and I am not too nervous."

Except the evil ghost is a bit scary...

"Yes, it feels strange. The tension comes and goes." Qi Zhengyan breathed out expressionlessly.

This is indeed the case. Along the way, everyone's tension disappeared as soon as it rose, without the depression and fear of marching in the tomb of Emperor Zhenwu.

For example, after discovering a zombie that was close to the level of a half-step outdoor scene, he immediately recognized that it was similar to the Immanent Life and Death Sect, which could be defeated by transforming the sky and striking the earth; for example, after seeing a message about a ghost here, he soon discovered the Zhenlong Terrace and deduced that The evil ghost is suppressed; for example, after encountering the living dead in an outdoor scene, you quickly realize that he is keeping his hands, releasing water, and feeding moves; for example, when your memory fades in the fog, you are reminded and confirmed that the evil ghost cannot take action himself.

In addition to being able to return at any time, the only tense moment was in front of the main tomb, when many living dead attacked. The rest of the time, the tension just started and then subsided quickly. In short, it was more in line with the description of the first step of the chain mission. It was relatively simple and not dangerous. Big, the harvest is also low.

"Where should I go to find the Xuanwu Pendant?" The past has passed, and it is a less dangerous task. Except for some message murals in the Zhenwu Tomb that need to be remembered, Meng Qi has forgotten it and started thinking about the clues for the second step. , "Could it be somewhere else inside the mausoleum?"

Jiang Zhiwei pondered for a moment and said: "They should have been taken out of the Zhenwu Suspicious Tomb. It is impossible for the living dead to be born with such strong strength. Huangfu Tao obviously began to practice Zhengfa after comprehending the thunder marks. If it is completed in the mausoleum, , in the state of 'physical death', it will not grow, it will only rot, and it is impossible to practice normal skills. "

"They should have entered the mausoleum, had an adventure, then left, practiced on location, and finally returned to the mausoleum and became the living dead because of the possession of the evil ghost's breath." Qi Zhengyan judged, "If we don't have the Lord of Six Paths of Reincarnation, This should be their fate.”

Ruan Yushu said calmly: "Even if there is no master of the six realms of reincarnation, as long as the attack does not occur immediately, an expert can still detect the possession of evil spirits."

The expert she calls is at least the master level.

Meng Qi nodded and said: "In other words, it is very likely that one of the living dead wore the Xuanwu out of the mausoleum as a family heirloom. According to the fact that the true meaning of the thunder marks will dissipate after being understood, the first one to enter the main tomb chamber The living dead must be Huangfu Tao, we have to start with him, um, Jiuxiang World, Jushen Villa."

Everyone's words and words slowly outlined the outline of the matter.

"If you don't take the living dead, you can consider the place where you can get the black fur." ​​Jiang Zhiwei changed the topic, "If you can draw an internal road map and know the Zhenwu Suspended Tomb, you must have a close relationship with Emperor Zhenwu."

Meng Qi hummed: "The person involved is dead, and we won't be able to find the source of the black fur for a while. We should consider the Jiuxiang world first. I think if the series of missions continues, we will go there sooner or later..."

This is an inexplicable intuition.

Without the reincarnation talisman, everyone could not go to the Jiuxiang world for a while. After the discussion, they put the Diquan Ganoderma and "Taiyin Dangmo True Solution" into the central light pillar.

"Lingzhi from Earth Spring takes one hundred and fifty years to grow...and is worth seven hundred good deeds."

"The true solution to the Taiyin Danger Demon (with modifications), the outdoor exercises... are worth fifteen hundred meritorious deeds."

Meng Qi and others are not surprised that Diquan Ganoderma only lasts for one hundred and fifty years. The previous ones must have been taken away to refine the medicine or swallowed directly by someone who had an unexpected encounter in the tomb. As for the "True Solution to the Taiyin Demon", Even if he is an evil ghost, he will change the key points. Anyway, he and others have no intention of practicing or eating, so they will all exchange them for good deeds.

Equally divided, each person gets 550 merits, which is the first step of the chain mission.

Meng Qi kept the necessary part of the pills he got from the Six Gates and exchanged them all for merits. About two months of salary has 400 merits, not much but not too little. If the interval between missions is one year, it is worth the energy spent collecting secrets and eliminating bandits.

"Nine hundred and fifty merits." Meng Qi said, "Jiangdong is troubled and treacherous, so we must be on guard. I plan to exchange for a pill of Da Huan Dan and two months of practice, strive to stabilize the seven orifices, initially adjust the inner world, and practice to become a 'flying fairy from the sky'."

The remaining fifty is for backup.

Jiang Zhiwei exchanged the things she collected during this period, and a total of 900 merits. Hearing this, she said happily: "I will also exchange for Da Huan Dan and two months, let's practice together."

Everyone has not completely digested the things they exchanged last time. What they need most is not other things, but time. Now that they have this opportunity, Jiang Zhiwei will certainly not let it go.

Moreover, without her guidance, it would be difficult for Meng Qi to become a "flying fairy from the sky" within three months, even if he had already shed his mortal body.

Meng Qi suddenly felt warm in his heart. This was a life-and-death friendship!

Most of the things on Qi Zhengyan's body were prepared for travel, and he was not in a hurry to exchange them for good deeds. The rest of the things added up to only a few dozen: "In this case, I will also exchange for two months. Otherwise, with the current strength, I will be a little uncertain when I arrive in Jiangdong."

His seven orifices were not stable, and it was far from adjusting the inner world, so he planned to practice hard with Meng Qi and Jiang Zhiwei, and the remaining good deeds would be exchanged for various things to assist in cultivation.

Ruan Yushu frowned: "I will join you."

The elixir in her mustard ring can still be used in the next mission, so it did not benefit the Lord of the Six Paths of Reincarnation, and the remaining 150 good deeds were not used.

"Is it a bit of a waste to keep so many?" Meng Qi asked subconsciously.

Ruan Yushu did not raise his eyes and said coldly: "In three months, can you practice fasting?"

Meng Qi was speechless. Fortunately, he kept fifty good deeds.

After they settled down in their rooms, Jiang Zhiwei first found Meng Qi and asked directly: "Do you plan to adjust your inner world based on the Golden Bell Cover or the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art?"

"Of course, the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art." Meng Qi answered without hesitation.

Jiang Zhiwei chuckled: "It's the same as I thought. According to the description of the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art, I think its focus is not strength, not physical strength, nor change, but the enlightenment behind it."

"Ah?" Meng Qi was a little confused. He practiced but didn't think much about the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art.

Jiang Zhiwei chuckled: "Enlightenment is a Taoist saying. For Buddhists, it is the Buddha nature of oneself."

She paused: "The Eight-Nine Mysterious Art is about control and change. If you practice to the extreme depth and become Brother Qi, whether it is the physical body, breath, behavior, habits and unique characteristics of the soul, they are the same as his. Can outsiders tell the difference?"

"No." Meng Qi is still very confident in the ability of the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art to change.

Jiang Zhiwei nodded gently: "Then on the other hand, if you see someone whose body, breath, behavior, habits and unique soul characteristics are consistent with mine, can you be sure that it is not me?"

Meng Qi's face suddenly became solemn: "No."

Jiang Zhiwei's expression became solemn: "So, what is true and what is false? The characteristics seen by the eyes, the sounds heard by the ears, and the traces felt by the mind are all subject to their own limitations and external influences. Without the full picture, everything gained is bound by the body, mind and heaven."

"In the Buddhist way, everything you see is a combination of cause and effect, not real, and everything you see is non-appearance. Therefore, if you can see through external interference and your own shackles, you can see your own Buddha nature. The Eight-Nine Mysterious Art is to seek the real method through changes. If you want to adjust your inner world, you must consider this aspect."

Considering that Meng Qi was born a monk, she replaced some of the statements in the "Taishang Sword Sutra" with Buddhist terms.

"... I didn't expect that you, Zhiwei, have such a high level of cultivation." Meng Qi was silent for a while, then sighed.

Jiang Zhiwei held back her laughter: "I also half understood it, most of it was what Master said when he explained the 'Taishang Sword Sutra' to me. Seeing that the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art has similarities, I reminded you."

"Although Jiang Hengchuan and others are superior to you in realm and can achieve unity of man and nature, the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art is also varied and good at avoiding disasters. If you can harmonize with it in the inner world, you may be able to conceal your own situation under the unity of man and nature. At that time, at least in knowing the enemy, they will not be better than you, and they can even create illusions, bury 'flaws', and defeat the enemy."

Huh, Meng Qi exhaled, this is the peerless magic skill!

………… (End of this chapter)