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To be honest, Ye Kai was a bit bewildered.
Although he was certain that the vast magical power within him could transform into Taoist magic at any moment, he found himself at a loss in the face of such sudden changes.
Once the golden light faded and everything returned to calm, he finally heard a cacophony of voices.
"Chilly!"
Colorful beams of light landed before him, revealing men and women of all ages—monks, Taoists, commoners, and even a man dressed in imperial robes, his face filled with excitement as he looked at Ye Kai—Emperor Tang, Li Er, Li Shimin.
"Liulang!"
Seeing the visibly excited Emperor Li Er, who seemed eager to speak yet held back, Ye Kai smiled and nodded. "Elder Brother."
"Greetings, Bodhisattva!"
At that moment, a group of Bald Giants and some practitioners from Buddhism stepped forward to bow deeply in reverence.
This was no mere formality; their respect was genuine.
Everyone bowed respectfully towards him, even the venerable elders of Buddhism at the Refining Spirit and Returning to Void Stage did not dare to be negligent.
With Emperor Li Er frequently blinking and signaling him, Ye Kai rolled his eyes and waved his sleeve. "Get up. But I am not any Bodhisattva; I am the Qin Wang of the Tang Empire."
Upon hearing this, a Bald Giant with white eyebrows that nearly touched the ground but whose complexion was as rosy as that of a teenager stepped forward again. He bowed deeply before speaking. "The Bodhisattva is the Qin Wang, and the Qin Wang is also the Bodhisattva; the Bodhisattva is simply the Bodhisattva."
Damn it!
Ye Kai felt his head spinning upon hearing this.
He knew that anything associated with the Bald Giants would undoubtedly lead to trouble—very troublesome indeed.
Indeed.
Hearing this, the seemingly tender yet undeniably top-tier monk, Master One Wan, was met with agreement from the others, who eagerly voiced their support.
"Well said, well said, Master Yongshan is indeed a Bodhisattva."
"Amitabha Buddha, Prince Qin has attained enlightenment; he shall be a Bodhisattva."
"Your Highness, having comprehended a volume of the Sutra, deserves to be regarded as the reincarnation of a Buddha, a true Bodhisattva in this world."
...
Listening to the group of Bald Giants exchanging praises left everyone else speechless and helpless. These bald-headed individuals were stubbornly set in their beliefs; reasoning with them was futile.
Even if it came to blows, they wouldn't fear you. Buddhism and Divine Ability excelled in defense. Go ahead and strike; you wouldn't make a dent. If you chose not to fight, their eloquence could wear you down with an endless stream of scriptures.
While others might have different thoughts, Ye Kai felt overwhelmed.
Seeing each of them adopt a stance that suggested, "If you don't acknowledge me, I'll just sit here until you change your mind," Ye Kai was at a loss for words.
Just as he contemplated seeking help, he suddenly noticed that even the two Fusion Stage Grandmasters awkwardly turned their heads away or gazed at the floating clouds above, appearing as if they were deep in contemplation.
After finally agreeing to let a couple of Bald Giants stay behind to ensure his safety as this 'Bodhisattva' and 'Buddha reincarnation,' they smiled contentedly and moved aside to sit cross-legged, beginning their meditation and recitation of scriptures.
The master of Canglang Palace, Shangguan Lingyun, donned a robe adorned with swirling clouds and waves, hands clasped behind his back. The leader of Azure Luan Palace, Yu Qingluan, wore a robe featuring golden fish and phoenix designs. Both stepped forward with smiles on their faces as they regarded him.
Ye Kai also wore a slight smile; it appeared gentle and compassionate yet carried an air of tranquility. The three exchanged glances for several moments.
"Wonderful, wonderful! Truly unique!" After a brief silence, Shangguan Lingyun suddenly burst into laughter.
Yu Qingluan nodded in agreement: "Indeed! The essence of Buddhism is abundant; the depth of Daoism is profound. What a magnificent display of mastery!"
"Junior's cultivation is still low, so I cannot accept the praise from seniors!"
Hearing the compliments from two Old Demons who had lived for who knows how long, Ye Kai's vigilance did not wane in the slightest. He was well aware of the meaning behind the phrase "different paths do not conspire."
Moreover, Daoism, Buddhism, the demon race, and the Demonic Path were like fire and water, yet at this moment, the two Old Immortals surprisingly made shocking remarks that made his heart race.
What if he got captured and dissected?
Or worse, what if he was labeled as 'blasphemous' or 'original sin'? That would be quite a disaster!
However, after waiting for a moment, no one stepped forward to refute or scold him; instead, everyone wore expressions of deep agreement.
At this point, Ye Kai felt completely bewildered.
Could it be that the people in this world truly had such broad minds?
Was there really a foundation for Buddhism and Daoism in this world?
After a flurry of confusion, these high-ranking individuals finally left. At the same time, he also sent away many who were trying to curry favor with him. He let out a long sigh; this day had truly been exhausting!
Once he waved his sleeves to dismiss all the servants and attendants, Ye Kai reluctantly walked back towards his older brother, Li Er, with two Bald Giants who clung to him like glue.
Just then, a girl around three years old with two horned braids timidly peeked out from behind Li Er, her big eyes filled with curiosity as she looked at him.
Ye Kai was also curious; who was this girl? He really hadn't seen her before. In fact, during these past few months, aside from his cheap Elder Brother and that Empress Second Sister-in-law, as well as his cheap old dad Li Yuan, he hadn't encountered many others from the clan.
Upon seeing the adorably dressed girl, he couldn't help but look over with interest.
Li Er noticed this scene and immediately smiled. He picked up the girl and said, "Jinyang, this is your Sixth Uncle. Don't you recognize him? Liulang, this is Jinyang, Rhinoceros..."
Ye Kai was taken aback, his eyes widening as he carefully examined the girl recorded in the Records of the Grand Historian.
He recalled a story that went like this.
Princess Jinyang was named Rhinoceros.
The term 'Si' actually refers to a type of rhinoceros, characterized by its sharp horns, dark and robust physique, and fierce demeanor.
Li Er intended to give her this name, perhaps hoping she would grow strong enough to withstand all unforeseen events and illnesses. Unfortunately, this name did not save her frail body.
Princess Jinyang was actually very gentle and reserved in nature. Although still a child, she had already been trained in the deep palace to conceal her emotions, displaying neither joy nor anger. At the same time, she was exceptionally intelligent, kind-hearted, and had a good temper.
The princess was very adept at reading people's expressions. When she saw her father, Emperor Taizong, in a rage, she would sweetly coax him, saying, "Alright, don’t be angry! Will you play with me?" Then she would gauge the situation and speak a few kind words for those who were being reprimanded, gradually dissipating Taizong's anger.
Upon hearing her, Emperor Taizong would immediately soften his expression. Once calm, he might reconsider executing someone who had offended him or reduce the severity of a punishment. What he initially intended to reject might receive approval instead; harsh words might be retracted.
All the court officials had benefited from the princess's kindness. None regarded her as anything less than precious; when they saw her affectionately treated by the emperor, their hearts lightened significantly during court sessions.
If the princess was absent, their hearts would be filled with anxiety.
However, this exceptionally wise princess tragically passed away at the age of twelve.
Afterward, every time Emperor Taizong attended court, he found himself surrounded by emptiness. The officials were still present, but there would no longer be any sight of his daughter practicing calligraphy. She would not come forward with her “flying white” brushwork to seek his praise anymore.
In moments of frustration, he no longer had his daughter to ease his worries.
Emperor Taizong was a ruler skilled in self-control; however, nothing could make him feel such profound sorrow that he could not attend court normally for over a month. He often found himself weeping during official matters and remained unable to calm down for a long time.
He cried dozens of times, quickly growing thin and aged.
When ministers came to console him, Emperor Taizong replied, "You need not advise me; do you think I do not know that once a person dies they cannot come back? Crying is useless! It’s not that I don’t want to control myself; it’s simply beyond my control!"
"This is something only lovers can express," he thought, realizing how deeply Taizong felt for the girl.
At this thought, Ye Kai couldn't help but feel a deep sense of pity for the little girl. A hint of tenderness and indulgence appeared on his face as he extended his hand and said softly, "Come here, Rhinoceros, Uncle Liu will hold you."
Girl curiously glanced at the outstretched hand, then looked up at her father, a trace of hesitation crossing her face.
It was this very hesitation that delighted Li Er immensely. This daughter was his cherished treasure, the most adored princess in the eyes of the court officials, even more so than the Crown Prince.
Watching Li Er's smug expression, Ye Kai felt displeased but knew he couldn't show it; otherwise, Girl would likely be even more reluctant to approach.
After observing for a while, Girl finally reached out her chubby little hand and giggled as she lunged forward, her teeth showing as she called out in a sweet, unclear voice, "Uncle Liu..."
"Gift?!"
Ye Kai was taken aback for a moment before snapping back to reality amidst Li Er's loud laughter. It turned out that Girl had been unclear in her speech, and he had misheard her.
However, just as he lifted Girl, his expression suddenly changed, and a chilling glint flashed in his eyes.
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