Chapter One Hundred and Twelve: Ji Chang Returns to Heaven

  The Western Zhou army was plunged into an unprecedented crisis, with the Black Tiger constantly harassing the Western Zhou camp. Jiang Shang had to rush about, on the one hand rectifying defenses and on the other taking care of Ji Chang.

  Ji Chang was imprisoned in Youli, his body had a lingering illness. This time Ji Chang should not have come, but he felt that the first expansion of Xiqi was a major event and could not help but come. Now the old Ji Chang is over frightened, relapsing into his old illness, and is on the verge of death.

  Jiang Ziya was busy and worried, sending Yi Jiang to the west to bring back Ji Fa, so that father and son could see each other one last time, also entrusting him with important matters, so that the throne could be smoothly handed over.

  It so happened that Yu Ding Zhenren sent Yang Jian, and Tai Yi Zhenren sent Nezha to help Jiang Ziya, so Jiang Ziya had nothing to fear about Chong Hetu's evil magic, and the two sides were at a stalemate.

  Soon, Ji Fa arrived at the front of the two armies with Shun Yi and others, saw his critically ill father, Ji Chang entrusted the future affairs, appointed Jiang Ziya as the guardian minister, Ji Fa as the master of Xiqi, after finishing speaking, Ji Chang passed away.

  At the critical moment of war, everything is simple. The body of Ji Chang was sent back to Xiqi and buried later. On the other hand, a simple and grand ceremony was prepared for Ji Fa's ascension to the throne. Jiang Ziya was busy making arrangements.

  Guang Chengzi and other Tianxian were extremely delighted. Ji Chang had died, and Ji Fa ascended to the throne. The phoenix sang on Mount Qi, and the heavenly numbers were settled. At that time, Tianxian would thoroughly occupy the moral high ground, and it can be said that in this great calamity, Tianxian won more than Juejiao in terms of strategy.

  But just as Guang Chengzi was overjoyed, he suddenly felt a strange change in the stars, and the purple micro-starlight shone brightly for thousands of miles. Guang Chengzi cried out that something was wrong. Bo Yikao was still in the world, and now letting Ji Fa ascend to the throne would not be logical, so the Western Qi number would not be complete, and the great event of spreading the teachings would have a flaw.

  At this time, the original Heavenly Venerable's decree also came down. Guang Chengzi hastily informed several of his fellow disciples, and together with Xuan Jiao Jin Xian, they descended the mountain to head towards the Western Qi military camp. They knew that only a sage could save Bo Yu Kou and block the heavenly mechanism, but it was hard to guarantee that this trip would not encounter any trouble. Therefore, they collectively took action, seeking to gain an advantage through numbers.

  After the Twelve Immortals arrived, they discussed with Jiang Ziya about the matter of Bo Yikao. Jiang Ziya was also greatly shocked and did not expect that the Crown Prince was still alive in this world. Now there are two true dragons in Western Qi, who is actually the master of Western Qi?

  Bo Yikao, as the crown prince, had sacrificed his life to save Ji Chang. Now, countless people in Xiqi are spreading Bo Yikao's great name, and more than half of the civil and military officials also admire Bo Yikao. Now that Bo Yikao has suddenly come back to life, it is hard to guarantee that they will not support him.

  But from the perspective of the Xuan Jiao, Ji Fa is more aggressive and weaker in power. His ascension to the throne is more in line with the Xuan Jiao's desire for widespread slaughter. Moreover, his weak power makes him more likely to gain support from the Xuan Jiao. What Guang Chengzi is worried about is which sect has control over Bo Yi Kao now. If it's the Jie Jiao, then the Xuan Jiao will be in trouble; if it's Buddhism, there will also be a heap of troubles.

  Fear remained in Sun's eyes as he turned them around, "I think Bo Yu will consider the overall situation, and since Bo Yu has been missing for so long, if the Crown Prince is being held hostage and makes some decisions against his will, we still have to consider the fate of the world, and make some sacrifices."

  Jiuliuyi's words sounded nonsensical, but Guang Chengzi understood instantly - this was about getting rid of Bo Yikao. Jiuliuyi still had some decisiveness, but killing Bo Yikao would also be troublesome. After all, the opponent was a Ziwu with a strong aura and fate, and killing him would have astonishing consequences. Moreover, this would also be considered as forcibly interfering with the succession of the Human Emperor. The Golden Immortal who always advocated for following Heaven's will and yielding to human nature, Guang Chengzi, found himself in a dilemma and turned his thoughts towards Jifa.

  Boyi Kao, since obtaining the Buddhist Dharma, has devoted himself to diligent cultivation. He seems to have forgotten all his past good deeds. The great Dharma of Buddhism has opened a brand new door for him. Between heaven and earth, there are not only family, country, and worldly affairs, but also true liberation and true freedom.

  On this day, Bo Yi suddenly felt that his star had become incredibly strong and dazzling. He was puzzled in his heart when Yao Shi happened to appear before him.

  "Great prince, the old marquis has just passed away in front of the formation. According to his will, Second Young Master Ji Fa is about to inherit the foundation of Western Bo. In fact, you also have a true dragon's fate, otherwise your birth star wouldn't be so prosperous."

  Bo Yikao heard that Ji Chang was dead, and suddenly had a very strange feeling in his heart. Since Ji Chang ate those few meat cakes, Bo Yikao's feelings towards his father had undergone tremendous changes. Through such a long period of contemplation and self-cultivation, Bo Yikao also understood that what his father did was not wrong.

  But that doesn't mean Bo Yi Kao agrees with this approach, Bo Yi Kao knows that there are many things in the world that can't be helped, and what he has experienced is one of them. But why do people have to struggle in the sea of suffering all the time? Is there no true liberation? With countless Buddhist scriptures turning in his mind, a determination gradually formed in his heart, and a faint smile appeared on his face.

  "Master Sheng, Bo Yi Kao would like to ask a question. Can you tell me what Ji Fa is thinking about now?"

  The pharmacist suddenly heard Bo Yikao ask such a question, and for a moment he didn't know how to answer. Bo Yikao had a bitter smile at the corner of his mouth, with a desolate and bleak expression.

  "My second brother, Di, has been craving for power since he was young. I think that if he knew I wasn't dead, he would definitely want to kill me. Although there is still a bond between brothers, it can't compare to the throne, this is the life of royalty, this is the suffering of humanity."

  "Master Sheng, I want to perfect Ji Fa, but who can perfect me?" The Medicine Master felt that Bo Yu Kao seemed to have gained some insight. He smiled and said:

  "The great master creates everything with one mind, breaks through the devilish obstacles in his heart, and naturally becomes a Buddha. Why does he need others to complete him?"

  Bo Yikao seemed to have an epiphany in his heart, and the next day he came to the place where Ji Chang's spirit was being kept in Xiqi. He paid his respects to Ji Chang, causing a stir throughout Xiqi. Soon, Ji Fa also learned of this news. The brothers met in Xiqi and briefly spoke about their parting ways. Bo Yikao only said that he had been saved by a noble person using the method of "replacing the peach with the plum", without saying anything else.

  Ji Fa felt that his brother seemed to have changed greatly from before, but couldn't quite put his finger on what was different. It was all very strange. Bo Yu Kao smiled slightly at Ji Fa and said, "Second Brother, I heard Father is going to hand over the Western Qi estate to you, so I should be congratulating you."

  "The position of Eldest Young Master is yours, it's just that Father didn't know you were still alive. Now that you're back, Western Qi naturally belongs to you."

  "Second brother, don't you want to tell the truth even now? I'm afraid those many soldiers outside have come to kill me."

  Ji Fa's face revealed a bitter smile as he heard Bo Yu Kao's words. "Big brother, this is a time of great upheaval in the world, and Western Qi has a strong foundation to build upon. You are weak by nature, how can you bear the weight of reviving Western Qi? In the end, you will only bring shame to Western Qi. Father's grand ambitions can only be fulfilled by me. I will tell everyone that you were overcome with grief and took your own life to follow father in death. You will still be remembered as a filial son." Ji Fa initially had some doubts, but after hearing these words, he felt an indescribable sense of relief.

  Bo Yi Kao stared at Ji Fa for a while, then shook his head with a bitter smile. "Since you're so determined, I'll fulfill your wish, little brother." Bo Yi Kao took out a pill from his bosom and swallowed it. Before long, he fell dead on the spot.

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