Yes.

Bodhi Patriarch, although they all regard Ao Qing as a "perfect" piece of jade.

But, in fact, I still always feel that Ao Qing's jade is a little less quality.

In his eyes, Ao Qing seemed to be forcibly focusing on himself in some way.

And it has to be said. Bodhi Patriarch deserves to be the Bodhi Patriarch.

As he thought, Ao Qing was able to focus and forget about distractions. In fact, it is not that he is clear-minded.

Instead, rely on the souls of "Ao Qing" in two lifetimes.

Ao Qing has the mental tribulations of his previous life and the patience of waiting for monkeys in this life, which makes him more calm and focused.

It's not that he didn't think about the "red dust thing" in the eyes of the patriarch.

Ao Qing also knew that he had stayed here for too long. As a matter of common sense, it is likely that a long time has passed.

Maybe Ao Guang is anxious for himself, maybe the dragon clan is going through suffering.

After all, the dragon prince of the dragon clan suddenly disappeared on the way back, which is not a trivial matter!

However, Ao Qing also knew.

If you can't get the opportunity here, you can even embark on the path of cultivation and apprenticeship with Bodhi.

Then even if you go back by yourself, it's useless!

If your strength is low, you can't support the dragon clan. Even if Ao Guang is not anxious for himself today, one day, he will still be anxious for himself.

If you are not strong enough to protect the dragons. Even if the dragon clan doesn't suffer today, one day, it will still fall apart and be shattered!

So.

Focus, become stronger, embark on the path of cultivation, and apprentice to Bodhi. This is the only thought in Ao Qing's heart now!

Other fears, unknowns, anxieties about the future. are all like Taoism's "Red Dust Nine Tribulations".

Mortals have to go through nine tribulations when cultivating the Tao. They are: persecution of food and clothing, respect for the elders, affection and entanglement, fame and fortune, disasters, blind teacher constraints, discussion differences, slackness of ambition, and years of struggle.

Although Ao Qing is not a mortal, there are still similar ties, such as the biggest tie is the "Dragon Clan"!

However, when he was unable to solve it, this red dust was just a distraction that disturbed his desire to seek the Tao.

And when you have the ability. The "Nine Tribulations of Red Dust" will naturally ...... Vanish!

But.

The truth is simple, but after all, "it is easier said than done".

Ao Qing relied on the souls of the two lives, coupled with the forging and tempering of the body, every time the thought arises, he forcibly pressed it down, and he barely managed to do it.

But even so, the thoughts of the "Nine Tribulations of Red Dust" still can't be defeated. From time to time, it will bother Ao Qing.

He didn't have the "Dao Heart", but in fact, he forcibly suppressed the "Red Dust Heart" with the spiritual power of the two lifetimes.

Patriarch Bodhi is also aware of this. Therefore, he felt that Ao Qing was still a little bit behind.

The so-called Dao heart is the heart of the Dao.

The nine difficulties of red dust are stumbling hearts, and they can also be said to be a kind of "inner demons".

Today's Ao Qing has not eliminated the demons in his heart, nor does he have a true heart to the Tao.

Everything he did was actually supported by a powerful soul, constantly fighting against the demons in his heart, and then achieving a short-term victory.

However, the power of the inner demon is that it cannot be eliminated from the perspective of "confrontation".

Every confrontation will make the inner demon stronger, and if it is simply suppressed, sooner or later there will be a day when it will be exhausted.

It's better to be blocked than to be sparse.

Only with the "Dao Heart" and the understanding of the demons can we truly embark on the "road of cultivation" rather than simply "seeking immortals".

The current Ao Qing can cultivate immortals, but it is difficult to cultivate the Tao.

Of course. This "Dao Heart" is by no means so simple. Even the countless immortals and gods in the Three Realms are often only "cultivating immortals" rather than "cultivating the Dao".

Who has the "Dao Heart"? Guanyin Bodhisattva who drives Cihang upside down with great compassion, Jizo King Bodhisattva who saves hell with a single heart, Taiyi who seeks to feel and save suffering, and Zhenwu Emperor who sticks to himself and suppresses Beiju Luzhou!

Also, after hundreds of billions of eons, the Jade Emperor Great Heavenly Venerable has been silent!

They all have the heart of the Dao.

And those who have a Dao heart, as long as there is enough precipitation, can at least be called "Tianzun"!

"I hope you can gain something from this third level."

Patriarch Bodhi gently brushed his sleeves.

Unconsciously, his heart, which had gone through a lot of years, also seemed to have ripples.

After all.

He really values Ao Qing!

And the "potential", "perseverance", and "understanding" that Ao Qing is showing now are indeed already qualified to become his apprentices!

And who is a teacher who doesn't want his apprentice to be able to come out of the blue?

What's more, the Dao heart is indeed very important. If there is power in emptiness, but there is no Dao mind. Maybe you will even be used by the demons.

In the long years, such "geniuses" are not absent.

So, thinking of this, the Bodhi Patriarch calmed down, and a Bodhi seed suddenly appeared on the top of the Xiaguang Peak.

With the Bodhi seed planted. The sound of "pop" is like a dragonfly dotting water, and the sapling of a Bodhi tree emerges from the stone.

This Bodhi tree is the "third test" prepared by Bodhi Patriarch for Ao Qing. And this is also the crystallization of the "wisdom heart" of the Bodhi Patriarch!

In order for Ao Qing to plant the seeds of the "Dao Heart", Patriarch Bodhi can also be said to have taken great pains.

That's right.

Although Ao Qing is now not apprenticed, Patriarch Bodhi has regarded him as his true disciple!

That's why he spared no effort and did his best to help Ao Qing.

If the first level still has a bit of "test" and "test", this second level is more like a chance.

And the third level is to completely help Ao Qing to realize the "Dao Heart", so that Ao Qing will become a "cultivator" and not just an "immortal cultivator" in the future!

But.

The current Ao Qing naturally doesn't know yet.

Today, he is still hitting the mountain, climbing the steps.

And that "step" is finally enough for him to leap up in one fell swoop and step into the peak of the glow!

"It's time."

Ao Qing's body is attached to his "stone steps" platform.

His stone steps are very sturdy, but they are a little shabby compared to his huge size.

But Ao Qing didn't care. Because, he is about to use his strength to surpass the "stone steps" and reach the "peak".

His gaze was on the "glow" of the peak.

Immediately, his eyes gradually became firm. The surrounding blue light gathered, and a powerful force was quickly formed.

Buzzing!

The stone steps sent out a huge earthquake.

The dust was filled, cracks appeared on the stone steps, and the stone steps began to shake.

Ao Qing couldn't help but be a little worried about the shattering of the stone steps. But now, there is no room for him to hesitate.

He was fully engaged in mana and jumped to his feet!

And then immediately after that......

Bang!!

The stone steps shattered!

Ao Qing jumped up with all his strength, broke through the cloud barriers, and flew towards the peak!