Becoming a Deity from Planting the Bodhi Tree

"None."

Ji Jing Qiu shook his head, then looked at his shoulder and hesitated for a moment before saying,

"Lord Blade, you mentioned before that once you ignite the Heart Fire, you can sense things invisible to the eye. Does that not include this mark?"

He didn't 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 Jing Qiu was no fool; he had just been ignorant of martial arts.*

In the past days, thanks to the presence of the Bodhi sapling, his practice of Pile Skill had been smooth sailing.

And just the accompanying Martial Arts Divine Power was at a Golden Finger level, and this Visualization Method's grade far surpassed the "Starving Tiger Holding a Knife."

Was it Superior, or superior to Superior? Ji Jing Qiu boldly guessed the latter.

Although he didn't know who Elder Mu really was, casually throwing such a great gift at him, exposing the Visualization Method would undoubtedly bring trouble to himself and Elder Mu.

"The Heart Fire, despite its divinity, was just a key to the Third Realm. The guy we're talking about was a federal most-wanted criminal, his martial arts reached the Fourth Realm's peak, and he was about to break through to the Five Realms Heart Appearance. Naturally, you couldn't detect it."

Leng Dao explained.

Zhang Chongba praised, "Man, you've ignited your Heart Fire. You're a genius!"

"I see." Ji Jing Qiu suddenly understood.

Previously, just touching the Jade Buddha had made his heart feel ominous, and the Heart Fire had warned him.

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

And it seemed Master Yang hadn't noticed it either.

The bald man who called himself Bage could sense it due to carrying a special secret technique.

The martial arts secrets in this world clearly had their mysteries, including this tracking secret technique.

The peak of the Fourth Realm...

Who was higher, this martial arts realm or Master Yang?

*Ji Jing Qiu suddenly felt a chill down his spine, a sense of fear creeping in.*

*He had actually been targeted by a Fourth Realm peak most-wanted criminal!*

The other party clearly saw some talent in him, wanting to lure him away, yet for some reason, didn't forcibly take him.

Just thinking about a most-wanted criminal potentially coming for him at any time, with a tracking mark left on his body...

*Ji Jing Qiu felt unwell all over.*

"Didn't place an Enchanting Object on you, but left a tracking mark on your body..."

"Could it be he knew you were practicing at the Yang Yan Martial Arts Hall and didn't want to alert them?"

Zhang Chongba rubbed his bald head, murmuring softly, trying to discern the logic of Li Buyi's actions.

Ji Jing Qiu couldn't help but ask, "That person also had a conflict with Master Yang?"

"His real name is Li Buyi, nicknamed Blood Arhat, from the Supreme True Buddha Sect, and my second uncle has been at odds with the Supreme True Buddha Sect his whole life."

Ji Jing Qiu was silent for a moment before suddenly saying, "Is Master Yang truly your second uncle?"

Zhang Chongba immediately expressed deep frustration, "Man, could a big brother really lie to you about something like this?"

"What is an Enchanting Object?" Ji Jing Qiu's expression didn't change as he directly shifted the topic.

"A sinister object imbued with Spiritual Thought, used to influence or alter a normal person's mind through suggestion and other means, commonly used by underground societies."

*No wonder, Ji Jing Qiu thought.*

He began to contemplate whether these Enchanting Objects could be bought on the black market.

If the price was right, why not buy some to use as fertilizer?

As Zhang Chongba spoke, his face showed deep conflict.

Finally, he painfully took off a gold ring from his finger and reluctantly handed it to Ji Jing Qiu,

"Man, don't say your big brother doesn't look out for you. Take this gift. It's specifically for countering Enchanting Objects and can be worn to resist Mind Suggestions from martial artists with high Spiritual Cultivation when necessary."

Just as Ji Jing Qiu hesitated whether to accept it, Leng Dao suddenly said,

"Take it. It's a token of your brother's good intentions. If you ever find yourself short on money, you could always sell it."

"Thank you, Brother!"

Ji Jing Qiu grasped the gold ring tightly, sensing the excitement of the Bodhi sapling in his Inner Realm. His eyes grew a little more eager.

Zhang Chongba waved his hand boldly, saying, "Who are we, man? Once Li Buyi is captured, I'll give you another big gift!"

Getting to the main point, Ji Jing Qiu eagerly asked, "Have you found his trail?"

"None." Zhang Chongba shook his head.

"Then you..." Ji Jing Qiu suddenly understood, "You're planning to use me as bait?"

Zhang Chongba shook his head, "Man, it's not us using you as bait. You have already become someone else's prey."

Ji Jing Qiu was silent for a moment, then resolutely said, "I have no problem. How should I cooperate with you?"

*Unless that person was eliminated soon, he would remain uneasy, feeling as if a pair of eyes hidden in the shadows were watching him closely.*

Zhang Chongba looked appreciative, "Truly worthy of being my man, decisive! Don't worry. You don't have to do anything. We will set the stage around you, waiting for the rabbit."

Leng Dao said calmly, "Qiu, rest assured, I will protect you."

"And your brother too!"

Zhang Chongba leaned forward, fiercely clenched his fist, and said,

"Tonight, I'll set up a trap around your residence. If that Li person dares to come, he will be trapped with no return!"

Leng Dao pushed aside the bald head blocking his view and said solemnly,

"Chan, since you were forced to get involved in this, what I am about to say won't be considered a leak."

Hearing this, Zhang Chongba frowned slightly but soon relaxed.

He fiddled with his ears, looking as if he didn't hear the upcoming conversation.

They had already taken measures to muffle their conversation from eavesdroppers when Ji Jing Qiu arrived.

Meanwhile, Leng Dao said bluntly,

"Both Laoba and I are currently serving in the Religious Administration. Our trip to East Three Bright Star wasn't just for Li Buyi but also for the Supreme True Buddha Sect."

"The Supreme True Buddha Sect has been marked as a key target by the Administration, internally labeled as 'extremely dangerous,' a malignant tumor hidden deep within human society."

"Given the current situation, you've been targeted by Li Buyi.

"This person is ruthless, narrow-minded, and rarely does a martial arts genius escape once targeted by him."

"Even if we hid you, as long as he lives, you wouldn't be safe.

"Because we couldn't hide you forever, nor could we guard you for the rest of your life."

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

"The Religious Administration has high prioritization authority, with the power to temporarily requisition civilian martial artists for our use, only needing to provide financial compensation afterward.

"So if you're willing, I can even help you apply for an additional special compensation afterward, using this as a reason. Since you've just started practicing martial arts, you'll need money for many things."

Leng Dao's tone was slow but clear, emotionless, and calm, yet it gave off an inexplicable sense of assurance and stability.

"The Religious Administration?"

Ji Jing Qiu hadn't expected Lord Blade to be from this department!

In their discussions, Lord Blade was supposed to be an agent of the Federation Security Bureau, globetrotting on the government's dime.

"Yes, the Federation Religious Administration."

"Lord Blade, how much is the special compensation?" Ji Jing Qiu asked directly.

Leng Dao hesitated at the question, his gaze shifting to Zhang Chongba. He wasn't very familiar with the specifics of these regulations.

"Man, at least this much!"

Zhang Chongba laughed as he held up three fingers.

"Thirty thousand?" Ji Jing Qiu thought that this department didn't seem to be very well-funded, even less so than the Order Office.

"You, man, are good at everything but one thing—your vision is too narrow," Zhang Chongba said, waving his hand, "Add a zero."

Ji Jing Qiu suddenly felt motivated, filled with boundless courage, and declared with clenched fists,

"Rest assured, Brother, cooperating with the Religious Administration is the duty of every Federation citizen!"