Cultivation: I Have Studied Abroad in the Modern World

Almost on the same day Zheng Fa returned to the modern world, the Maitreya Body was also ready to enter the West Continent.

The Heavenly Emperor Body and the Sword Dao Body came to see him off.

"The West Continent is perilous, so be extra cautious on this journey."

The Heavenly Emperor Body advised.

The Maitreya Body nodded gently. Each of his three avatars practiced different cultivation methods, resulting in distinct personalities. The Heavenly Emperor Body aligned more with the mature and prudent side of the original self.

Then, the Sword Dao Body snorted coldly, "Anyway, we can still survive. What’s there to be cautious about? I just wish I could try the Slaying Immortal Sword Formation in the West Continent."

To be honest, the Maitreya Body suspected whether this Sword Dao Body had mutated. Did the original self really have this side?

Or had practicing Sword Dao straightened its thinking?

He remained silent for a moment before addressing the two, "Indeed, I’m not afraid of death. It’s just that while the original self experiences romance in the modern world, here I am heading to the West Continent for battle and slaughter... I feel somewhat like a beast of burden."

The Heavenly Emperor Body and the Sword Dao Body exchanged glances, and the Sword Dao Body suddenly realized, "Have you adopted the original’s tendency to be sarcastic? And even enjoy mocking the original?"

"..."

"The original can indeed know what we think."

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"Have you ever wondered why it’s you going to face death again?"

"..."

Before the Maitreya Body could answer, Qingnv had already arrived.

Compared to the light-heartedness between the three avatars, Qingnv had clearly experienced a bittersweet parting. Although she was a Golden Immortal and showed no sign of tears, her eyes expressed lingering attachment and reluctance that all three avatars understood.

"Why don’t we wait a little longer?"

The Maitreya Body hesitated slightly.

"That’s not an option." Qingnv immediately shook her head to refuse, "Our control over the All Heaven Stars Formation lasts only three months, and we don’t know what might happen on the road. We can’t afford any more delays."

The Maitreya Body didn’t say more.

Zhang then approached. Looking at the Maitreya Body and then turning to Qingnv, she spoke, "You have three tasks: first, gather intelligence on the West Continent, especially the state of the Earth Emperor Corpse."

"Second, see if you can subdue the Jile Heavenly Girl and establish her as our base in the West Continent."

"Third, save Buddhism, or rather, repair the Pure Land."

"Aside from the first, the others are hazardous and it’s paramount to prioritize your safety."

Qingnv acknowledged.

These words were, of course, meant for Qingnv. The Maitreya Body could revive after dying, but it would be difficult for Qingnv to reincarnate.

The Maitreya Body also understood that the tasks were ordered by increasing difficulty. The first task was manageable; they had some leads on the second task, but it depended on the strength dynamics.

The third task posed major challenges—how to save Buddhism? Whether saving Buddhism could restore the Pure Land was uncertain, and they had no clue where to start.

Zhang hesitated for a moment, then unexpectedly took out the Qingjing Bamboo and handed it to the Maitreya Body.

"Zhang Taishang?"

The Maitreya Body exclaimed in surprise.

"This item is related to Buddhism, you should hold onto it, it might prove useful."

"But..." The Maitreya Body frowned, "Isn’t this risk quite high?"

He was something like a daredevil; carrying the Qingjing Bamboo posed the risk of losing a supreme treasure.

"This is Zheng Fa’s intention and also the decision of the Supreme Elder Council."

Seeing the Maitreya Body still puzzled, Zhang added, "If you were going alone, we certainly wouldn’t give you the Qingjing Bamboo, but there is also Daoist Qingnv with you."

The Maitreya Body understood, pressing his hands together in a gesture of gratitude, accepting the Qingjing Bamboo and tucking it into his sleeve.

Qingnv beside him was visibly moved.

Both understood Zhang’s meaning:

Firstly, with Qingnv going, there was a bit more confidence in this operation.

If it were only the Maitreya Body going, it would be a suicide mission, accomplishing the first task would already be commendable.

With the addition of Qingnv, the goals could be set higher, necessitating greater investment, naturally.

Secondly, they were also considering Qingnv’s safety—the Qingjing Bamboo originated from Leiyin Temple and might have some miraculous use in the West Continent. The Maitreya Body holding it could assist Qingnv.

The implication was clear—if it could give Qingnv even a glimmer of hope, Jiushan Sect was willing to bear the risk of losing the Qingjing Bamboo.

From Qingnv’s expression, she evidently understood this.

"If not for the time constraint of the All Heaven Stars Formation, we wouldn’t be so passive either."

Seeing the Maitreya Body had secured the Qingjing Bamboo, Zhang sighed, "On this journey, within a short period, the sect likely won’t be able to provide more support."

"We understand."

If the All Heaven Stars Formation could be used continuously, Jiushan Sect could steadily send personnel to the West Continent. They could first let the Maitreya Body scout and then plan accordingly, significantly increasing the chances of success—much different than the current situation of going in blind.

But time was scarce, and Jiushan Sect only had this one opportunity.

"Fortunately, Junior Brother is already researching methods to fully control the All Heaven Stars Formation." Zhang continued, "If things don’t go well, just keep yourselves safe and wait for us to rescue you."

The Maitreya Body and Qingnv listened to Zhang’s admonishments earnestly and then were escorted by a group from Jiushan Sect out of the Jiushan Realm.

Turning back, the Maitreya Body and Qingnv saw the various Supreme Elders from Jiushan Sect, along with Water Mother and Taiyin Fairy, seeing them off.

The Maitreya Body naturally understood that this farewell wasn’t for him.

Qingnv solemnly cupped her fists to everyone, bidding a silent farewell.

The Heavenly Emperor Body unfurled the Star Banner in his hand, and a ray of starlight descended from the azure sky, enveloping the Maitreya Body and Qingnv.

Their forms slowly floated upwards, gradually becoming ethereal, and under the watchful eyes of everyone, they dispersed into tiny points of starlight.

...

When the Maitreya Body and Qingnv reconstituted, they were already above the West Continent, adjacent to the Heaven and Earth Embryonic Membrane of the Xuanwei Realm, with the Jianmu beneath their feet. Surrounding Jianmu, the shimmering flow of the Great Vajra Realm layered, as if flowing waves of golden light.