Myths and Dharma, starting from Erlang Shen

"Misfortune, misfortune."

After leaving Guanjiangkou and before arriving at the Dragon Palace in the South China Sea, the Dragon King of the South China Sea already had a look on his face as if he had lost his parents.

"Don't worry, father. This may not be a bad thing. Over the years, the various tribes in the South China Sea have become increasingly disrespectful to you. The quality of tribute has become worse and worse, and the quantity has become less and less. On the contrary, the number of officials requested to be appointed has increased, and the power they want has also increased. Due to the overall situation, father could not bear to destroy the peace of the South China Sea, so he practiced benevolent policies and treated them leniently many times. However, these people feared power but not virtue, and became worse and worse. Now that Emperor Dongyin has taken action, it is just the right time to clean up these rubbish." said the young man next to the Dragon King of the South China Sea.

The eldest prince of the South China Sea, Ao Yuan.

"It's easy for you to say. Although they pay less tribute, they are still paying tribute. Now that Emperor Dongyin has made such a fuss, do you know how many rebellions there will be? Do you know how many resources it will take to quell the rebellion? If a large number of soldiers die in the battle, how much compensation will we have to give? And do you think they are the only ones who will be hurt? Do you know how many of your fellow tribesmen will be wiped out if this policy is implemented?" said the Dragon King of the South China Sea dissatisfiedly.

"Isn't this good?" Facing the dissatisfaction of the Dragon King of the South China Sea, Ao Yuan said calmly.

"What's good about it?" The Dragon King of the South China Sea widened his eyes and looked at Ao Yuan in disbelief.

"Father, the South China Sea needs dragons, but not necessarily father and me. Wouldn't father benefit from suppressing others?" Ao Yuan said with a smile, "And killing has priorities. With a little guidance, we can let Emperor Dongyin deal with those tribes that disrespect my South China Sea Dragon Palace first."

"You rebellious son, you still want to fight among yourselves at this time? How can the eggs in an overturned nest remain intact? You and I are both from the South China Sea Dragon Clan. If something happens to the South China Sea Dragon Clan, how can you and I keep our seats securely?" The Dragon King of the South China Sea said angrily.

"Father, you are wrong. It's not the South China Sea Dragon Clan that is in trouble, but because you gave power to Emperor Dongyin. That's why when something happens to the people of the South China Sea, everyone will remember your kindness and miss you. When you take power back, your power will surely increase greatly. Both in terms of income and authority." Ao Yuan said nonchalantly.

"What you said sounds good. The Great Emperor Dongyin is in his prime. He has the protection of Yuanshi Tianzun from afar and Guanyin Bodhisattva nearby. Even the Buddha Dipankara is no match for him. He can only give in. Who else can be his opponent?" said the Dragon King of the South China Sea.

"Father, do you really think that the Buddha of Burning Lamp will give in so obediently?" Ao Yuan smiled confidently, "The Buddha of Burning Lamp has been prepared for a long time and has arranged a hidden move. Now he is just being proud for a while. As the saying goes, if you want to destroy him, you must first make him crazy. The more proud Emperor Dongyin is now, the more miserable his fate will be. He is just making things easier for us."

"How do you know this?" The Dragon King of the South China Sea looked at Ao Yuan suspiciously.

"Because my son has become a disciple of Dingguang Huanxi Buddhism and is studying Huanxi Zen. And because my son is the prince of the South China Sea, he has a high status in the Huanxi Buddhism. I basically know about the Buddhism's plans concerning the South China Sea." Ao Yuan said with a smile.

"When did you become a disciple of Dingguang Huanxi Buddha?" The Dragon King of the South China Sea was shocked when he heard this. Ever since the death of the previous Emperor of Heaven, the status of the dragon clans of the four seas has declined rapidly. Even though a lean camel is bigger than a horse and they can still suppress 99% of the clans in the world, it is not as good as it is now. Moreover, the relations between the dragon clans of the four seas are not as harmonious as before.

The Dragon King of the East Sea clung to the thigh of Jiejiao, the Dragon King of the West Sea clung to the thigh of Buddhism, and the Dragon King of the North Sea is now about to raise the flag and become a demon.

The biggest supporter of the South China Sea Dragon King is Guanyin Bodhisattva.

It is no secret that Guanyin Bodhisattva and Dingguang Happy Buddha do not get along.

My son is a disciple of Dingguang Huanxi Buddha. If this causes displeasure from Guanyin Bodhisattva, it would be a huge trouble.

"Not long ago, when my son was practicing the method of fierce fighting, the Dingguang Happy Buddha appeared and taught me the magical power of Happy Zen. It is indeed miraculous. My son couldn't handle seven before, but now he can handle seventeen." Ao Yuan said.

"Nonsense!" The Dragon King of the South China Sea was immediately furious. "Do you know what the consequences of your actions will be? What if the Bodhisattva is dissatisfied with my South China Sea Dragon Clan?"

"Father, have you forgotten that the power of Buddha Dipamkara is even higher than that of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara? If they really fight, Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara may not be the opponent of Buddha Dipamkara, and they are both Buddhists. My Nanhai has joined Buddhism, and if only one comes to accept me, then how can my Nanhai be sold at a high price?" Ao Yuan asked back.

Hearing Ao Yuan's words, the Dragon King of the South China Sea's expression changed slightly. He put away the panic on his face, and his whole spirit and spirit suddenly changed. He said with a little sharpness in his eyes: "Do you know that you are playing with fire now?"

"In times of great catastrophe, who doesn't play with fire? We, the Red Dragon clan, occupy the South China Sea, but compared with giants like Buddhism, we are too weak. To protect ourselves at this time, we naturally have to play with fire. If there is really danger at that time, my father will cripple me. I don't think the Bodhisattva will take my life." Ao Yuan said.

“We’ll talk about it when the time comes. Do you know about the arrangements made by the ancient Buddha Dipankara? Are you sure about it?” said the Dragon King of the South China Sea.

"The ancient Buddha Ran Deng either does not take action, or once he does, he must be absolutely sure of his ability." Ao Yuan said confidently.

"So, you mean that our entire South China Sea supports him?" said the Dragon King of the South China Sea.

"No, all three of us support it. The Buddha Dipamkara originally asked us to support Emperor Dongyin in secret and let him expand. No matter what we actually think, at least we really have to help him next. As for how to eradicate Emperor Dongyin, we don't know either, and any losses have nothing to do with us." Ao Yuan said.

"What if Buddha Dipamkara fails?" The Dragon King of the South China Sea looked at Ao Yuan and said.

When Ao Yuan heard this, he looked at his father in surprise.

"What are you looking at?" The Dragon King of the South China Sea looked at Ao Yuan unhappily.

"Father, what nonsense are you talking about? If even the Buddha Dipankara can't deal with the Emperor Dongyin, then why are we resisting? Just kneel down! It's just a matter of changing the backers, what's the big deal? And change your thinking, the Emperor Dongyin is in charge of the five lakes and four seas, and all the gods in the water. We are close to the water and have the upper hand. Who knows, our Red Dragon clan can use this to replace the Azure Dragon clan and become the leader of the four seas." Ao Yuan said with a puzzled look on his face.

If he is really that powerful, then why resist? Just kneel down quickly.

And if he is really that powerful, Ji Ren's target would definitely not be just the South China Sea, but the four seas. The status of the South China Sea dragon clan might be improved in another way?

"Do you think that others are fools who allow you to tease them? If Emperor Dongyin succeeds, he will know your previous thoughts?" said the Dragon King of the South China Sea.

"He should know. However, if he can really defeat the Buddha Dipamkara, then his mind will not be so narrow-minded. As long as I kneel down quickly enough, he will not take my life. After all, to rule the world, we cannot do without the dragon clan. The worst that can happen is to support other dragons to come out, but it doesn't matter, the meat is rotten in the pot. Of course, the best way is for you, father, to take the blame for me, and then you abdicate and I will succeed you, which also represents the rebirth of the dragon clan. As long as there is no rebellion next time, there shouldn't be any big problems." Ao Yuan said.

"You're such a rebellious son. After all this talk, you just want to usurp the throne." Upon hearing this, the Dragon King of the South China Sea became furious and started to hit Ao Yuan. Ao Yuan's face changed, and he ran away while shouting, "I'll take the small stick, and I'll run away if I hit me hard."

The Dragon King of the South China Sea caught Ao Yuan and beat him for a long time. After letting him go, he showed a slight smile on his face and whispered, "It's not impossible."