Becoming a Deity from Planting the Bodhi Tree

"No."

Ji Jingqiu shook his head, then glanced at his own shoulder and hesitated before saying,

"Lord Blade, you said before that igniting the Heart Fire allows one to perceive things invisible to the naked eye. Does that not include this mark?"

He did not mention the Blood Jade, not because he didn't trust Lord Blade, but because it involved the Fire House Buddha Hell Visualization Method, which was difficult to explain.

Ji Jingqiu was not a fool; he simply had known nothing about Martial Arts before.

In the past, thanks to the Bodhi sapling, his Pile Skill training had been a smooth journey.

And the accompanying Martial Arts Divine Power alone was deemed Golden Finger Level; the grade of this visualization method definitely exceeded that of the Starving Tiger Holding a Knife.

Whether it was Superior, or even above Superior, Ji Jingqiu boldly guessed the latter.

Although he did not know who Elder Mu was, who casually gave him such a gift, exposing the visualization method would surely bring trouble for both himself and Elder Mu.

"Although Heart Fire is indeed divine, it is only the key to reaching the Third Realm. The person we mentioned is a Federation's top level fugitive; his Martial Arts have reached the peak of the Fourth Realm and he's about to breakthrough to the Fifth Realm Heart Appearance. Naturally, you wouldn't be able to sense it."

Leng Dao explained.

Zhang Chongba praised: "Brother, you have ignited your Heart Fire, what a genius!"

"I see." Ji Jingqiu suddenly realized.

He had previously only touched the Jade Buddha, which had ominously triggered his Heart Fire's warning.

But he was utterly unaware of the mark on his shoulder.

And it seems Master Yang hadn't noticed it, either.

The bald man who called himself Bage was also able to sense it because he possessed some special secret technique.

The Martial Arts secret techniques of this world clearly held their own mysteries, including this tracking secret technique.

The peak of the Fourth Realm...

How does this Martial Arts realm compare to Master Yang's?

Ji Jingqiu suddenly felt a chill on his scalp, and fear crept into his heart.

He was actually targeted by a top-level fugitive at the peak of the Fourth Realm!

It was clear that the other party was keen on some talent of his and wanted to abduct him but had not yet forcibly taken him away for some reason.

Thinking that a top-level fugitive might appear at any time and had left a tracking mark on him...

Ji Jingqiu was completely rattled.

"He didn't give you an Enchanting Object, but he left a tracking mark on your body...

Could it be that he knows you are cultivating at the Yang Yan Martial Arts Hall and he didn't want to startle the snake?"

Zhang Chongba rubbed his bald head, murmuring softly, trying to grasp Li Buyi's logic from his actions.

Ji Jingqiu then asked: "Does that man have a conflict with Master Yang?"

"This man's real name is Li Buyi, known as Blood Arhat, born in the Supreme True Buddha Sect, and my second uncle has been at odds with the Supreme True Buddha Sect all his life."

Ji Jingqiu was silent for a moment, then suddenly said: "Is Master Yang really your second uncle?"

Zhang Chongba immediately exclaimed in distressed pain: "Brother, could I possibly lie to you about such things?"

"What is an Enchanting Object?" Ji Jingqiu's expression unchanged, he changed the topic directly.

"It's an Evil Object infused with Spiritual Thought, which can change or warp a normal person's mind through suggestions and other means, a common tool used by underground societies."

Ji Jingqiu thought no wonder.

Then he began to ponder if he could acquire an Enchanting Object on the black market.

If the price was right, he might consider buying some to use as fertilizer.

Zhang Chongba continued, a look of deep conflict showing on his face.

Finally, with pain, he took off a gold ring from his finger, reluctantly handed it to Ji Jingqiu:

"Brother, don't say I don't look out for you; accept this meeting gift. This is specifically against Enchanting Objects, wear it on your body, it can resist Spiritual Cultivation of high-level Martial Artists directly imposing Mind Suggestions when necessary."

As Ji Jingqiu hesitated whether to accept it or not, Leng Dao suddenly said:

"Take it, it's Bage's kind intention. If one day you run out of money, you could even sell this for some cash."

"Thanks, bro!"

Ji Jingqiu firmly clutched the gold ring in his hand, feeling the joy of the small Bodhi tree in his Inner Realm, his gaze also became more fervent.

Zhang Chongba waved his hand grandly, "Who are we but brothers? Once Li Buyi is captured, I'll give you an even bigger gift!"

The real topic came up, and Ji Jingqiu quickly asked, "Have you found his whereabouts?"

"No." Zhang Chongba shook his head.

"Then you..." Ji Jingqiu suddenly realized, "You plan to use me as bait?"

Zhang Chongba shook his head: "Brother, it's not that we want to use you as bait, but rather you've already become someone else's prey."

Ji Jingqiu fell silent for a moment, then decisively said, "I have no problem, just tell me how to cooperate with you."

If that person is not eradicated soon, he would not feel at ease for a single day, as if there were a pair of eyes hidden in the dark, constantly watching him.

Zhang Chongba's eyes showed admiration: "True to our brotherhood, you are straightforward! Don't worry, you don't need to do anything, we will arrange everything around you, just waiting for the rabbit."

Leng Dao said calmly, "Qiu, rest assured, I will make a move to protect you thoroughly."

"And big brother too!"

Zhang Chongba leaned forward, clenched his fist fiercely,

"Tonight, I will set up a net around your residence. If that Li guy dares to come, he won't return!"

Leng Dao pushed away the bald man blocking his way, and said solemnly:

"Chan, since you've been forced into association with this, my following remarks won't count as divulging secrets."

Hearing this, Zhang Chongba frowned slightly, but soon relaxed.

He picked his ears, observing his nose and his heart, pretending not to hear what would be said next.

Even before Ji Jingqiu's arrival, they had blocked all conversation in this room to prevent outsiders from overhearing.

Leng Dao then directly said:

"Elder Mu and I are currently employed at the Religious Administration. Our trip to East Three Bright Star is not only for Li Buyi but also for the Supreme True Buddha Sect."

"The Supreme True Buddha Sect is regarded as a high-priority cleanup target by the Administration, internally marked as 'extremely dangerous,' a malignant tumor hidden deep within human society."

"As the situation stands, you've already been targeted by Li Buyi.

He's ruthless and vengeful, and few martial arts talents who caught his eye have escaped."

"Even if we hide you, as long as he lives, you are not safe.

Because we can't hide you for a lifetime, nor can we stay beside you forever."

"So my suggestion is for you to cooperate with us to capture Li Buyi, and I will be responsible for your safety.

"The Religious Administration has very high priority and the authority to temporarily conscript civilian martial artists for our use, only needing to provide a subsidy afterward.

Thus, if you agree, I can also use this as a basis to help you apply for an additional special subsidy. As a beginner in martial arts, you'll need a lot of funds."

Leng Dao spoke slowly but clearly without much emotional fluctuation, and his expression was calm, yet somehow conveyed a convincing and stabilizing power.

"Religious Administration?"

Ji Jingqiu never expected that Lord Blade actually came from this department!

In their group's imagination, Lord Blade was supposed to be a commissioner of the Federation Security Bureau, traveling the world on public expenses.

"Yes, the Federation Religious Administration."

"Lord Blade, how much is this special subsidy?" Ji Jingqiu got straight to the point.

Hearing this, Leng Dao hesitated, his eyes turning towards Zhang Chongba, unclear about the specific details of these regulations.

"Brother, at least this amount!"

Zhang Chongba chuckled taking over the conversation, raising three fingers

"Three hundred thousand?" Ji Jingqiu thought to himself that this department didn't seem very impressive, with not much funding, still not comparable to the Security Bureau.

"Brother, you're good in everything, just one flaw—too narrow-minded," Zhang Chongba waved his hand grandly, "Add a zero."

Ji Jingqiu instantly felt highly motivated, bursting with boundless pride, and clenched his fist to make a statement:

"Bro, rest assured, cooperating with the Religious Administration is the duty of every Federation citizen!"