Chapter 1544: How is a saint cultivated?

Although we have already reached the foot of the Ling Mountain, since it's the Lunar New Year, of course, we must properly celebrate! Please, note that it is not possible to maintain the @ matches in the translation, as they are not meaningful in English.
emsp;emsp;Therefore, the New Year's Eve dinner was prepared very abundantly!
emsp;emsp;We prepared a large table filled with delicious food and good wine, and we all sat together, indulging in feasting and drinking!
emsp;emsp;At the same time, fireworks and firecrackers were also lit up, and the atmosphere looked very festive!
emsp;emsp;Of course, the team headed west to the spiritual mountain and is getting closer and closer. At this point, almost all attention in the spiritual mountain is focused on the team heading west!
emsp;emsp;Therefore, the bustling scene here can be noticed by everyone on Ling Mountain!
emsp;emsp; Unexpectedly, the team heading west to obtain the Buddhist scriptures is quite carefree!
emsp;emsp;Dududududu!
emsp;emsp;Just when Jiang Liu and his apprentices were celebrating in this Linglong Immortal Mansion, as a way to relax before the final battle, suddenly, a knocking sound echoed through the door!
emsp;emsp;Hearing the knocking sound, naturally, Sha Wujing hurried to open the door!
emsp;emsp;Soon after, a figure walked in from outside the door! Translation:
In Surprised by the figure walking in, Jiang Liu's face showed a trace of astonishment as he asked, "Kunpeng? What brings you here?"
"Master, isn't it the New Year's Eve? So, I've come here to celebrate the new year. Surely, you wouldn't be unwelcoming, would you?"
emsp;emsp;Walking in, the face of Kunpeng carried a hint of smile as he said to Jiang Liu!
emsp;emsp;"How could that be? Take a seat quickly!" Hearing what Kunpeng said, Jiang Liu smiled and then invited Kunpeng to sit down!
emsp;emsp;Since it's the Lunar New Year, let's celebrate together!
emsp;emsp;We'll drink, eat meat, and Kunpeng didn't say much. He picked up his chopsticks, took a sip of wine, and then put a piece of meat into his mouth. He nodded repeatedly and said, "Great wine, delicious meat! The Master's cooking skills are truly unparalleled, no doubt about it!"
emsp;emsp;"Then eat more!" Jiang Liu said, glancing at Kunpeng.
emsp;As the highest-cultivated individual in Mingjiao, he also represented the power of the demon race within Mingjiao. Jiang Liu naturally valued this identity and strength!
emsp;emsp;Spending the New Year together, there was no awkward atmosphere as we were already familiar with each other!
emsp;emsp;However, as we ate and drank to our heart's content, the master and disciples sat together to celebrate the New Year. Sun Wukong and his two older martial brothers, along with the White Dragon Horse, happened to sit around a mahjong table playing and chatting happily.
emsp;emsp;The invention of mahjong, it was actually created by the master when he had nothing to do on one New Year's Eve!
emsp;emsp;So, it seems that playing mahjong on New Year's Eve has become an established tradition for the team on their journey to the West!
emsp;emsp;Several of them, including Sun Wukong, were playing mahjong, while Jiang Liu walked out of the Linglong Immortal Mansion and sat at the stone table in the courtyard!
emsp;emsp;After a while, perhaps feeling bored watching the mahjong game, or maybe because there were some things he wanted to discuss with Jiang Liu! Please note that "
emsp;emsp;Soon, the Kunpeng also arrived by the courtyard and sat down next to Jiang Liu!
emsp;emsp;"Leader, it hasn't been many days since you left. Have you already arrived at the Great Thunder Monastery?" in a casual tone, Kunpeng asked Jiang Liu! Translated: "
emsp;emsp;“嗯，不错！”闻言，江流点了点头的说道！
emsp;emsp;颇有种近乡情怯的感觉，这么多年的准备，都是为了掀翻了大雷音寺而努力！
emsp;emsp;But today, we are finally approaching Da Leiyin Temple, and the Ming sect is also very powerful now. The Western Journey team is also very strong... Translated:
emsp;emsp;However, Jiang Liu felt somewhat anxious and uncertain, as if he lacked confidence in his heart!
emsp;emsp;"This time I came here, besides celebrating the New Year, I also wanted to ask, do you have any specific instructions, Holy Leader?" After nodding slightly, Kunpeng followed up by asking Jiang Liu!
emsp;emsp;"Specific instructions? There's no need to rush, if there's really something urgent, I will send a message!" Upon hearing Kunpeng's inquiry, Jiangliu shook his head slightly and said.
emsp;Yes, you can send messages remotely anytime, and even have video chats. Some things don't necessarily need to be said in person, so it's convenient to send instructions or messages remotely!
emsp;As the words fell, Jiang Liu's eyes stayed fixed on Kunpeng!
emsp;Since there was no need for him to personally make the trip, then why did he come to Linglong Immortal Mansion this time?
emsp;emsp;Being stared at by Jiangliu's eyes, Kunpeng can also understand what Jiangliu is thinking!
emsp;emsp;After a moment of silence, he continued, "Now, you, Sun Wukong, and Zhu Bajie, all three of you have reached the quasi-saint cultivation level, right?"
emsp;emsp;“不错！”点了点头，江流继续看向妖师鲲鹏
emsp;emsp;！
emsp;emsp;这件事情，不是天下皆知的事情吗？还有什么好问的？
emsp; "Now, Quan Ti has already fallen from the Saint position, and there is an empty Saint position in the world! All the quasi-saints in the world have the qualification to compete!" Following that, Demon Master Kunpeng continued to speak!
emsp;emsp; "Wait a moment..."
emsp; emsp; Interrupting Kunpeng's words, Jiang Liu spoke up, asking, "Regarding the matter of proving the Dao and becoming a saint, I only have a partial understanding. You should know more. Can you explain it to me in detail?"
emsp;emsp;"Of course!" Hearing Jiang's words, Kunpeng immediately nodded!
emsp;emsp;Then, he thoroughly explained everything he knew about the path to becoming a saint to Jiang.
emsp;emsp;And from the mouth of the demon master Kunpeng, Jiang Liu finally got a more accurate concept of achieving enlightenment and becoming a saint!
emsp;emsp;In short, achieving enlightenment and becoming a saint is something that all potential saints are qualified to do, regardless of their level of cultivation!
emsp;From a gaming perspective, whether you have just reached the quasi-saint level at level 91 or you have already reached the peak of quasi-sainthood at level 100, you both qualify to become a saint!
emsp;emsp;Between level 91 and 100, it only represents the difference in strength at the same stage, but it does not determine the likelihood of achieving enlightenment!
emsp;To use the metaphor of Kunpeng, back in ancient times, the cultivation level of Empress Nuwa could perhaps only be considered as barely reaching the level of quasi-saint!
emsp;emsp;However, because of the merits of creating the human race, they directly achieved the status of sainthood!
emsp;emsp;Emperor Jun and Taiyi at that time, due to their natural talents and abilities, were considered the most outstanding figures among those in the quasi-saint realm! Translated: However, because of the merits of creating the human race, they directly achieved the status of sainthood! Emperor Jun and Taiyi at that time, due to their natural talents and abilities, were considered the most outstanding figures among those in the quasi-saint realm!
emsp;emsp;However, there has never been an opportunity to prove oneself as a saint!
emsp;emsp;Indeed, from a gaming perspective, reaching level 91 or above can be considered as having the qualifications for becoming a saint. However, there are numerous factors to consider in actually achieving this status!
emsp;emsp;In addition to the level of the 91st, the Hongmeng Purple Qi, which is the foundation of the Great Dao, is also indispensable!
emsp;emsp;Lastly, a powerful treasure is needed as an evidence of the path!
At present, several sages, each of them has their own means of enlightenment!
However, in addition to meeting these essential conditions, there is also a need for an opportunity!@@
emsp;emsp;Only when the opportune time, favorable conditions, and the unity of people are all fulfilled, can one achieve enlightenment and become a saint!
emsp;emsp;To tell the truth, the Hongyun's Hongmeng Purple Qi was snatched by Donghuang Taiyi back in the day!
emsp;emsp;Has Donghuang Taiyi's cultivation not reached the level of quasi-sage?
emsp;emsp;Does he not have the Donghuang Bell as his treasure of enlightenment? Translate the above Chinese into English and keep all @ matches. Only reply to the translated content. Donghuang Taiyi's cultivation has not reached the level of quasi-sage. He does not have the Donghuang Bell as his treasure of enlightenment?
 In addition to having the power of the Purple Qi of Hongmeng in hand, all the necessary conditions for achieving enlightenment have been fulfilled!
However, did Taiyi ultimately succeed?
emsp;emsp;So, even if you meet all the necessary requirements, it doesn't guarantee success!
emsp;emsp;What you also need is a bit of serendipity!
emsp;emsp;And as for these lucky chances, it all depends on fate!
emsp;emsp;"Sigh..."
emsp;emsp;Upon hearing Kunpeng's account of his journey to enlightenment, Jiang Liu couldn't help but sigh deeply and said, "All these necessary conditions are fulfilled, but in the end, it still depends on the will of the heavens?"
Really, all the efforts made to become a saint seem useless then!
"Oh? Why would the Master say that?” Surprised, Kunpeng looked at Jiang Liu with curiosity in his eyes. Translation:
emsp;emsp;"Just think about it! Even if you have a treasure, even if you haven't reached the required cultivation level, even if you possess the Hongmeng Purple Qi, whether you can ultimately achieve sanctification still depends on the will of Heaven. However..."
emsp;Spoken these words, there was a slight pause, and the river continued, saying: "However, if fate truly favors you and wants you to achieve enlightenment, then surely, even if you do nothing, you will still succeed, right?"
emsp;emsp;"This, this statement seems to be correct..." Upon hearing Jiang Liu's words, the demon expert Kunpeng hesitated for a moment before nodding slightly!
emsp;emsp;Yes, that's right. If it is truly the will of heaven to bless you and destined for you to achieve enlightenment, it seems that you don't have to do anything, and one day you will indeed become enlightened!
emsp;However, if fate is not on your side, even if you have all the necessary qualifications just like the past Donghuang Taiyi, you still won't succeed!
emsp;emsp;Although it may be difficult to accept, the truth is indeed as such!
emsp;emsp;"Master, while what you say is true, can't we be a bit more optimistic? Even someone who jumps into water with the intention to commit suicide will struggle to save themselves before dying!"
emsp;emsp;"A person who hangs themselves will still kick their legs a few times!"
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emsp;emsp;"Indeed, what you said makes sense..." Jiangliu nodded in agreement with Kunpeng's words. It seems that he was right!
emsp;emsp;That's precisely how things are!
emsp;emsp;Even if some things may seem pale and powerless, in the end, we still have to try to fight for them!
emsp;emsp;"So, are you now ready to flap your wings and kick your legs?" Looking at Kunpeng, Jiang Liu suddenly joked with a smile!
emsp;Could it be? Master, don't you want it?" The demon teacher Kunpeng didn't deny it either, but stared at Jiang Liu and asked in response!
emsp;emsp;"Well, okay, that's true! The opportunity to become a saint is right in front of us, and everyone wants to take a shot at it. It's only natural for people!" Jiang Liu also nodded in agreement, without denying it.
emsp;Indeed, if the opportunity to become enlightened and reach sanctity were right in front of us, could we endure it?
emsp;It is an impossible thing!
emsp;emsp;Since I can't ignore it myself, of course I wouldn't say these hypocritical words!
emsp;emsp;Haven't you noticed that from ancient times till now, people have always been chanting "wu wei" while secretly desiring to become saints?
emsp;emsp;"So what?"
emsp;emsp;As the conversation reached this point, Jiang Liu looked at Kunpeng and spoke, "You came here on purpose, it can't be just to chat with me about this topic, right?"