Primordial Era: This Heavenly Emperor is Too Powerful

Chapter 189 Burning the Lamp and Accepting Punishment

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When Buddha heard of Haotian's punishment, his heart sank.

But he didn't offer any rebuttal.

refute?

The current situation is that he, Tathagata, is the fish on the chopping block, and Haotian is the butcher, with absolutely no room for rebuttal.

Everything that needed to be said has been said.

The attitude that needed to be expressed has already been expressed.

The fact that Haotian still imposed this punishment shows that Haotian had already considered it carefully.

He has basically blocked all other avenues.

If we keep talking nonsense now, the punishment will probably be much worse than it is now.

Is the karmic fire hell of ten kalpas painful?

That was truly bitter!

If one's cultivation has been destroyed, going to the Hellfire Prison would be tantamount to seeking torture.

But at least this way there's a possibility of rebuilding.

The Buddha believed that if he, who had managed to shirk all the blame, had already suffered such a severe punishment, then the punishments for the Buddhist monks who followed would only be even more severe.

Rather than trying to negotiate with Haotian at this point, it's better to remain silent.

At least by doing this, Haotian will not harbor any ill will towards him in the future.

For a cultivator who has the hope of reincarnation and rebirth, the path ahead is equally important.

Now that they're going head-to-head with Haotian, the punishment might not be lessened, but it will definitely offend Haotian.

If you choose to remain silent, the situation will be very different.

At least Haotian won't make things difficult for him in the future.

This condition is sufficient for the Tathagata.

After a moment's thought, Buddha lowered his head and replied meekly, "I accept the punishment!"

A short while later.

As soon as Buddha was brought to the execution platform, Haotian had a thought, and the law of cause and effect was activated.

The Tathagata is now at the Quasi-Saint level, and for him to repay the karmic debts of the primordial world with his cultivation level is no small matter.

Especially Buddha, whose current identity is the nominal leader of Buddhism.

Putting aside everything else, it can at least eliminate one percent of the primordial chaos and its causal effects.

For this reason alone, even the Jade Emperor would have to accommodate Tathagata's personality.

However, it's impossible to make things convenient for Haotian.

As the saying goes, "We'll drink from the same golden cup, but we'll show no mercy to each other with sharp blades."

Even if you, Buddha, are sensible, things have come to this point. Even if it's just an act, you have to endure it and wait for me to finish the whole thing.

On the execution platform, Tathagata was bound by chains of law. Kunpeng, the executioner, stretched out his hand and placed it on Tathagata's head.

Driven by magical power, in no time at all, Tathagata's cultivation began to dissipate.

Seeing that Tathagata was so cooperative, Haotian's sense of distance from him lessened considerably.

soon.

When Tathagata's cultivation was completely dissipated, Kunpeng swept his hand and carried him directly off the Execution Platform.

Next to be brought up was that guy, Ran Deng.

Haotian was genuinely troubled about what to do with the lamp.

From a personal emotional standpoint, Haotian naturally wanted to kill him directly.

but!

Realistically speaking, Randeng did not have much evil karma on his hands.

According to the Heavenly Rules, lighting a lamp is not a capital offense, and may not even warrant severe punishment.

Haotian was very unhappy about letting Randeng go so easily.

After examining the lamp, Haotian said calmly, "As an ancient Buddha of Buddhism, you are aware of all matters concerning Buddhism."

The Buddha, who was in the know, has already accepted punishment and atoneed for his sins.

Do you have any objections?

Upon hearing Haotian's words, Randeng had already begun to make plans in his mind.

Oppose?

impossible!

His situation was actually the same as that of Buddha.

Moreover, from a personal perspective, he is even more despicable than Buddha.

It could also be said that Tathagata was forced to join the rebellion against his will.

He could not light the lamp.

His decision to betray the Chan sect and go to the Western Land was his own choice.

No cultivator openly coerced him into lighting the lamp.

At a time when Buddhism has been condemned to heresy, this one crime alone makes his guilt no less than that of the Buddha.

Ancient Buddha?

That was the Buddha before Tathagata, the leader of Buddhism at that time.

Given Haotian's deep-seated malice towards Buddhism, no matter how much he explained, Haotian would not consider him innocent.

As a cultivator who had experienced many tribulations, Randeng wisely chose to remain silent.

I do not plead guilty!

They did not refute Haotian's conviction.

Silent protest was his only option at this point.

Seeing that Randeng remained silent, Haotian couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong?"

Do you think you're innocent by lighting the lamp?

Or are you completely unaware of the various practices of Buddhism?

Come!

Tell me, were you aware of the Buddhist sect's actions?

Don't even think about deceiving me; you can't fool my divine powers.

Upon hearing Haotian's words, Randeng slowly said, "I know my crime!"

I also failed in my supervisory duties and did not strictly discipline the Buddhist monks.

Seeing that Randeng had backed down, Haotian didn't make things difficult for him anymore.

Haotian's focus is no longer on a few quasi-saints.

By breaking through the Buddhist gates, the intended purpose has already been achieved.

There is ample reason to proceed gradually with what follows.

For mid-level Buddhist cultivators, Haotian's principle is that as long as they can confess their sins, that's enough.

This way, he could pin the blame on the two Buddhist saints.

With sufficient reason, taking action against the two Buddhist saints would make one the side of justice.

As a Primordial Golden Immortal, he possesses several supreme treasures.

Having already secured the victory over the two Buddhist saints, all Haotian needs to do now is sever the foundation of Buddhism.

Everyone can see it clearly. Even if they don't understand the impact on the higher-ups, they know how to make the right choice.

quibble?

It will only worsen the punishment.

The Buddhist monks were all involved in blocking the Earth Deities from reporting Western affairs to the Heavenly Court; this was an inescapable debt.

Seeing that Randeng had finally confessed and accepted his punishment, Haotian stopped dwelling on the matter at hand.

He immediately said, "As an ancient Buddha of Buddhism, Dipankara failed to admonish Buddhism when it fell into evil ways and neglected to supervise it, which led to the decline of Buddhism. Now, he is punished by having his cultivation reduced and being suppressed in the Karmic Fire Hell for ten kalpas. After ten kalpas, he can be reincarnated and start cultivating again."

As Haotian finished speaking, Randeng replied magnanimously, "This humble monk accepts the punishment!"

Seeing that Randeng had accepted the punishment, Kunpeng immediately took action and transformed him into the likeness of Buddha in a short time.

Having dealt with Tathagata and Dipankara, Haotian said, "Bring Maitreya forward!"

In a short while.

Maitreya was taken to the execution platform.

Haotian glanced at Maitreya and said indifferently, "Maitreya!"

You are a great being from the West.

Yet they willingly degenerate and lose their moral compass.

Willing to sympathize with the evil deeds of Buddhism.

Faced with various evil deeds within Buddhism, they not only failed to stop them, but also sent their disciples to participate in them.

This has inadvertently emboldened Buddhist practitioners to act with even greater impunity.

The severity of the crime goes far beyond simply failing to report it or inadequate oversight.

I hereby punish you by stripping you of your cultivation and imprisoning you forever in the Hell of Karmic Fire.

Are you convinced?

Upon hearing this, Maitreya immediately replied, "Hmph!"

"Your power, Haotian, is now immense. What good will it do for this humble monk to say anything more?"

Upon hearing this, Haotian frowned and said, "Now that the facts are laid bare, do you, Maitreya, still not know how to repent?"

Upon hearing this, Maitreya's face darkened, and he said, "Hmph!"

Further discussion is pointless!

If you, Haotian, are determined to make things difficult for my Buddhist sect, then even if I am in the right, I am now in the wrong.

Do you think that by accepting punishment, I can make you change your mind and stop targeting Buddhism?

"Kill me or torture me, it's all up to you!"