I'm only one year old, what the heck is a Overturning System?!

The subsequent events exceeded Chen Yuan's expectations. First, his uncle, Zhou Guanwu, wasn't dead. Second, the "General" wanted to take him as a disciple, leaving him overwhelmed.

But soon, Chen Yuan realized these were just interludes.

After this, the "General" began to inquire into the recent activities of everyone in the "Xunwang Heaven".

To be precise, he asked those on the same Lotus Platform statue to recount the same event.

For instance, on the platform he was on, Gu Ying and Zhou Guanwu narrated the follow-up arrangements on the Tianyuan Continent.

Though they said much, it boiled down to one sentence: The Buddhist sects within the Wei Dynasty are all gathered, the timing is right, and they can unite the power of the Demon Court for a joint venture!

The "General's" words were also simple, just one sentence: "The plans for the Tianyuan Continent have been in motion for three hundred years, it relates to the future of the Spirit Mountain Realm, and there must be no mistake!"

This single sentence made Chen Yuan realize the importance "Xunwang Heaven" placed on their designs within the Tianyuan Continent.

However, he was unsure what the Spirit Mountain Realm was!

But evidently, no one was there to enlighten him, so he could only suppress these doubts, just as he did before with the mystery of Zhou Guanwu's death.

Meanwhile, those under another Lotus Platform statue in the "Xunwang Heaven" were speaking of other matters.

For example, the white-robed martial world guest solemnly elaborated: "I've lured the Eighth Prince deep into the 'Netherworld River'. Once he returns, we will obtain the Lily Flower from him."

"The Eighth Prince is not easy to deal with. I suspect he is backed by Zhao Muzi from 'Xunwang Heaven', so be cautious."

The white-robed martial world guest grinned and said with a smile: "'General', rest assured, the Eighth Prince is willing because of that person."

Netherworld River...

Chen Yuan took note of this, recalling what Chen Yi had previously told him—it was possible to save Senior Sister Ling Yinrong's life through the Netherworld River!

His second brother was right; the Netherworld River does indeed exist!

And as usual, the General gave a reminder and then turned to the third Lotus Platform, where three monks were present.

"Has there been any change in the Spirit Mountain Realm?"

"Reporting to 'General', since the last Dharma Assembly, the Buddha's call on the Spirit Mountain has sounded five times, with a Buddha appearing once."

"Continue to monitor, especially that pagoda."

"Reporting to 'General', there has been movement in Fengdu, the Ghost Demon has emerged, and it might affect our future plans."

"Hmm! Do those mere phantoms think they can overturn the heavens? Use my seal to extinguish them!"

"Reporting to 'General', the secret realm in the Mountain and Sea Realm will soon open. We need someone skilled in Qimen divination to assist."

"Granted! I will later send Hai Jushi there!"

"Reporting to 'General'..."

A total of one hundred and eight Lotus Platform statues, resulting in a hundred and eight incidents, some urgent, others still in planning stages.

Chen Yuan knew nothing about the realms, secret realms, and matters they spoke of, only able to store them in his memory.

However, after listening, Chen Yuan's emotions surged slightly.

—The "Xunwang Heaven" was far stronger than he imagined!

Among the one hundred and eight Lotus Platform statues, there were a total of three hundred and thirty-three people, most possessing cultivation higher than his.

And like Gu Ying and Zhou Guanwu, who made his heart tremble, they comprised thirty percent, almost all of whom had reached the Divine Power Realm in their techniques.

This level of power caused Chen Yuan to feel an emotional upheaval, inevitably giving rise to some concern.

If all these people were to arrive on the Tianyuan Continent, the Demon Court, Wei Dynasty, and the West Continent Buddha Country likely wouldn't withstand them.

Thinking of this, Chen Yuan furrowed his brow slightly, suppressing all stray thoughts, and focused solely on participating in this "Xunwang Heaven" Dharma Assembly.

"Handle each matter decisively, continue."

Continue?

Before Chen Yuan could make any move, he noticed the Lotus Platform statue he was on instantly began moving.

Not only his, but the other platforms also rotated outward, leaving the center space vacant.

Then a vacant Lotus Platform appeared, right at the feet of the "General".

Chen Yuan watched calmly, with a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

He did not understand what was going to happen.

"Debate, or let's say competition, is always the second item in every Dharma Assembly," Zhou Guanwu seemed to sense his confusion and actively transmitted a message:

"The 'General' pays close attention to the cultivation of those in the 'Xunwang Heaven', so during the Dharma Assembly, the different Lotus Platforms will engage in mutual competition."

"Usually, it's a competition among those with the same cultivation level, which shouldn't be hard for you."

"But note that the winner may obtain rewards from the 'General', while the loser will face punishment."

Rewards... Punishments...

Chen Yuan thoughtfully glanced at the "General", gaining some insight into the traditions of the Military Family.

Just like the soldiers in the Devoted Army he recently joined, sparring in duels is indeed the most straightforward way to witness their cultivation improvements.

As he thought of this, Chen Yuan's expression suddenly became grim.

He suddenly realized that after this upheaval in Kyoto Prefecture, he might find it difficult to return to the Wei Dynasty.

Whether it's the title of Duke Jingye he accepted earlier, or the Devoted Army that had just begun to run smoothly, or even the marriage bestowed by the Holy Emperor, all these he would have to part with reluctantly.

For a moment, Chen Yuan's heart felt a bit of bitterness.

He hadn't had a proper farewell with Chen Yi and the others yet.

No matter how Chen Yuan felt, once the Lotus Platform appeared, the "General" waved a big hand, signaling everyone on their respective lotus platforms to step up.

"Those above the Divine Power Fifth Realm, retreat; others, begin..."

...

Just as the "Pure Heaven" Dharma assembly entered the discussion phase, Chen Yi had already returned to Kyoto Prefecture.

This time he didn't hide his presence and walked out from Chunhe Garden.

"Have you come out of seclusion?"

Li Qingzhou, who was guarding outside Chunhe Garden, was slightly surprised to see him.

Chen Yi nodded and waved to isolate Lin Xueru and others with Sword Intent, then sat directly beside Li Qingzhou.

Looking at the dim night sky, he said calmly, "Those people have already revealed themselves, so there is no need for the disciple to hide any longer."

Li Qingzhou seemed to sense something unusual about him, after observing for a while, he explained:

"Even the master didn't anticipate that Yang Huan would act directly."

Previously, Chen Yi and he had discussed stabilizing the Third Master, but now the person is dead, making him feel somewhat helpless.

"What the disciple needed to know, he already knows. Whether he's dead or alive doesn't matter," Chen Yi laughed.

Saying this, he then laid out everything he had investigated during these days.

"...That Prince Kong has already emerged from seclusion; I suppose news of what happened in the Heavenly Prison will soon reach the Holy Emperor and the Great Master."

Li Qingzhou listened silently, contemplated for a moment, and said, "'Pure Heaven's' plot regarding the Buddhist deeds and spiritual power is of great significance and should be brought to their attention."

Chen Yi nodded and smiled as he said, "Judging by the attitude expressed by those people yesterday, they have planned for so long and will not easily give up."

"But as much as they want to succeed, the disciple won't let them have their way."

"What do you plan to do?" Li Qingzhou expected him to act this way and wasn't surprised.

He was just somewhat concerned about the cultivation of those "Pure Heaven" people.

"The disciple has three strategies: top, middle, and bottom; which one does Master want to hear first?" Chen Yi raised his eyebrows, speaking jokingly.

Li Qingzhou was momentarily stunned and said, "Deserves a beating."

If he hadn't known that Chen Yi's Sword Dao was now extraordinary, he'd really have wanted to pat his head and remind him who the master was.

"The top strategy, then, is to turn passivity into proactivity," Chen Yi stopped teasing and said:

"Since they covet the Buddhist deeds and spiritual power, if the disciple can step in first, slay all those in the Buddhist order, and sabotage all the deeds and spiritual power, their plot will fall through."

"..."

Seeing his demeanor seemingly serious about this plan, Li Qingzhou couldn't help but urge:

"That approach is too extreme, not to mention that the Buddhist order involves many people; even if you kill them this time, they will return eventually, which only addresses the symptoms, not the root cause."

Chen Yi, indifferent, said, "Then I'll just kill them again."

While it wouldn't be a one-time solution, it certainly would be the most difficult way for "Pure Heaven" to handle.

If he outright slaughtered those bald monks and nuns and disrupted the deeds and spiritual power, it would surely infuriate "Pure Heaven" to the point of spitting blood.

"...What's the middle strategy?" Li Qingzhou resisted the urge to knock him on the head and asked.

"The middle strategy is for the Buddhist order to hand over all the deeds and spiritual power for us or the Imperial Court to safeguard," Chen Yi knew his master's temperament, so he wasn't disappointed:

"This way, no matter what 'Pure Heaven' plans, they can't bypass the Imperial City."

"With the Great Master, Nine Thousand Years, and others present, for them to succeed, they would have to come for a battle."

Li Qingzhou pondered for a moment and nodded slightly: "Forcing them to reveal themselves is indeed feasible; and the bottom strategy..."

Chen Yi beamed brightly, "The bottom strategy is to find them all and slay them directly!"

Li Qingzhou: "..."

If we could locate their hiding places, it wouldn't be a bad idea.

"Let's wait until the Great Master returns from the Imperial City before deciding."

Chen Yi responded with a sound, his smile fading.

After a moment of silence, he finally looked at the dawn rising, as a wisp of purple Qi came from the east, and he said faintly:

"In any case, the disciple won't let them off!"