Chapter 2756: Bargaining

oist Dongfang, please hold your breath and focus your energy. The three of us will take turns clearing the path and must find the Dream-Wishing Stone before any other True Immortals."Having said that,..."Our Buddhist sect has its own Pill King, there is no need for Lu Pill King to make a move." Kong E raised an eyebrow.

"Although the Buddhist sect has a profound foundation, some things can only be obtained with enough opportunity. Of course, if you don't need them, I won't take them out to embarrass myself." Lu Xiaoteng reached out to retrieve the flying pill bottle.

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“With Grandmaster Lu Dan’s mastery in alchemy, the item he produces must be extraordinary. Regardless of its nature, it's a kind gesture from Grandmaster Lu. This poor monk will accept this pill bottle on behalf of my disciple Kong Jie.” In contrast, Kong appeared to be much more amicable, taking the pill bottle from Lu Xiaoteng before he could retract it.

Upon opening the elixir bottle, an astonishing wave of medicinal power surged forth. Even Kongming and Kong'e, who had remained unscathed, could feel their primordial spirits trembling with a near-numbing sensation.

“This is the legendary Soul-Forging Elixir!” Kong couldn’t hide the astonishment on his face.

“Amitabha, ordinary life-extending elixirs don’t possess such remarkable power. The poor monk has seen one similar before, but this elixir from Master Lu is likely already a mid-grade product. This humble monk thanks Master Lu on behalf of his disciple Kong Jie.” Kong Ming bowed to Lu Xiaoteng.

“You're welcome. The creation of the Sky-Empty Bandit wasn't my intention originally; it was a twist of fate. However, I am partly responsible for it. While the Rejuvenating Soul and Essence Pill is an excellent elixir for healing the soul, Master Sky-Empty’s injuries are severe, and it may not fully restore his soul. You should consider other solutions.”

Lu Xia Tian shook his head and said, "As for Master Kong Jie, all I can do is this. However, you want to imprison me here and get my kung fu from me That's a bit delusional."

"How can you return the sect's kung fu, Lu Danwang" Kong Er frowned. Just as he had slightly eased his resentment towards Lu Xiaoteng for taking out the Soul-Nourishing Transformation Pill, seeing Lu Xiaoteng haggling like this, Kong Er's impression of him worsened again.

"Give me a large sum of spirit crystals, unconditionally release me, and the Buddhist Sect must promise to never interfere with each other in the future."

Lu Xia Tian shook his head at Kong Er's words, "Orphans treasures go to those who are destined. I wasn't originally from this realm, and I didn't receive this technique from your Buddhist sect. How can you say that I am returning the technique to your Buddhist sect"

"Lu Danwang, the *Mahavastu Sutra* was originally the highest and most profound learning of our sect. However, due to some unforeseen circumstances, it was lost over time. Lu Danwang's possession of it shows that he is a person with great Buddhist affinity. Since Lu Danwang has already cultivated this method, he should naturally understand that the Buddhist sect could not allow this method to spread outside. I hope Lu Danwang can understand the difficulties faced by the Buddhist sect." Kongming said.

“I understand your predicament, but you must also understand mine. As a cultivator of the Great Vehicle realm, being held captive here by you is most unjust. Do you truly intend to keep me imprisoned indefinitely” Lu Xia Tian smiled.

"The Buddhist sect does indeed want to obtain the kung fu techniques in Lu Danwang's hands. As for Lu Danwang's staying or leaving, the Buddhist sect has not yet reached a conclusion for the time being."

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“Then wait until you have a conclusion before talking to me again.” Lu Xia Tian waved his hand, indicating that he didn't want to talk to Kong Ming any further.

"The poor monk will visit Duke Lu Dan another day." After Kongming and Kong’e glanced at each other, they left the place. The temporary restriction that had been opened in mid-air closed again.

"Senior brother, it seems that King Lu Dan won't easily hand over the cultivation method. Letting him leave temporarily is also impossible. What should we do" As soon as they left the restriction, Kong Er asked with a worried face.

"Indeed, if Lu Danwang sets this as a condition, things will become rather tricky." Kongming's brows were furrowed at this moment as well. Even though they were accomplished monks, when it came to the transmission of the highest and most profound teachings of the Buddhist sect, even they couldn't guarantee the composure they usually possessed in meditation.

"At Lu Danwang's level, we can't use force against him. Brother and I should go back and discuss with Senior Brother Kongjian, see what kind of exchange conditions we can offer to Lu Danwang."

“Alright then, since we are all here and it's important to discuss with Elder Kong, let’s do that.”

Kong Yi's expression was grave as he nodded. "However, I say that no matter what, to prevent the spread of Buddhist sect techniques, we cannot let Lu Xiaotian leave the Buddhist sect. Just killing his fellow disciple Kong Jie and not eliminating him on the spot is already a testament to the mercy of our Buddhist lineage. Not to mention his cultivation base, with his astonishing five-grade alchemy skills, if he were to remain in the Buddhist sect, its influence would be profound."

"Yes, if Landan Wang is willing to join my Buddhist sect, it would be of great significance to the sect. Your lifespan and mine are longer than Kong Jian's senior brother, but both are far less than Landan Wang's. Moreover, even if we can retrieve the cultivation techniques, at least during Landan Wang's lifetime, few in the Buddhist sect will surpass him on this path. But all of this depends on Landan Wang's willingness. If we force him to stay against his will, the karma we create would be negative."

"Well then, perhaps we should make more calculations with King Lu Dan and probe his bottom line. Let's see how much we can achieve that benefits the Buddhist sect."

Lu Xia Tian stayed in that small world, just like an ordinary person, rising with the sun and resting when it set. He contemplated the gains and losses of these years. Though he hadn't cultivated, his heart was peaceful. Though he was confined here, Lu Xia Tian didn't feel restrained at all; he blended seamlessly with this little world.

Not until the restrictions in the void rippled once more did a surge of tribulation thunder’s aura rise. Lu XiaTian's eyes fluttered open, and he saw an old monk with white eyebrows and hair as pale as distant mountains flash into the restriction. Behind him, Kong Jian, Kong Ming, and Kong Er followed closely.

"Greetings, Your Highness Lu Dan Wang. My name is Kong Jian." Kong Jian bowed with clasped hands.

"Master, you are too kind. I don't deserve such respect. Please, sit down and let us talk." Lu Xia Tian nodded and sat down on a small stone table without getting up, merely gesturing with his hand for them to come closer.

"As for me, I haven't attained enlightenment yet and have no intention of becoming a monk. Seeing that Master Kongjian and the others have been discussing this for days, I can't believe this is the result you came up with." Hearing Master Kongjian's invitation, Lu Xia Tian said with a mix of amusement and disbelief.

“Lu Danwang’s unwillingness to join my Buddhist sect is a great loss for the sect. The *Mahavastu Sutra* , besides Lu Danwang, no one in this world has ever practiced it. This poor monk and others are also unable to fully determine its authenticity. If Lu Danwang refuses to join the Buddhist sect, for safety’s sake, I hope that Lu Danwang will teach his techniques to the Buddhist sect so that at least one Mahayana realm cultivator appears again. This is also a compensation from Lu Danwang to the Buddhist sect after killing Kongjie's junior brother. What does Lu Danwang think” Kongjian said again.

“Cultivation to the Great Perfection realm entirely depends on opportunity. Those with excellent aptitude need enough opportunity, at least thousands of years, and some even spend tens of thousands of years without being considered strange. Are you sure you want to keep me trapped in the Buddhist sect for so long”

Lu Xiaitian frowned, "Or are you saying that by using this method to trap me in the Buddhist sect, I will definitely teach you the Buddhist sect's kung fu diligently and return their alchemy", Mr. Dongfang, your aura is formidable." Nie Tianhou secretly let out a breath of relief. With an eminent Daoist visiting in person, he wouldn't dare act carelessly, even if his father were here. As...