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Xuanzang was somewhat melancholy, repeatedly sighing: "Buddha’s Son, you should not be deceived by the current peace of this land; when the ancestors first arrived here, it was a desolate wasteland, and they even fought with a Demon King of the Celestial Demon Realm before establishing a foothold in this uninhabited wilderness.
Many people died at that time."
Lu Ren was silent, choosing not to comment, perhaps understanding that the Buddhist Sect sought a way forward, yet the brightness basking in sunlight and the brutality hidden in darkness were unimaginable to ordinary people.
At noon, the two reached the foot of Mani Temple, gazing at the stately and magnificent buildings above, appearing as
"The differences between people are never the same, some people, no matter how hard they try, can never compare to those with extraordinary talent; some people just casually take a step forward and can match decades of your effort."
"This world is inherently unfair."
Chen Xuzi wore a heavy expression, intently observing the outside world that Lu Ren had opened; the martial prowess of the Beidou Emperor Star was much higher than that of the Kunlun Exotic Realm.
Recently, he stopped calling people bumpkins, adopting a humble attitude, greedily absorbing everything about the Beidou Emperor Star.
Especially when he sensed the thick spiritual mist that could give birth to spiritual mist, such a superior cultivation environment was something he had only heard of existing in ancient times.
Beside him, Subodhi was also looking up at everything in the Mani Temple at this moment. As Lu Ren proceeded, paying attention to the monks and believers coming and going, his expression remained serious, unable to speak for a long time.
If he had to say something, he’d express envy for the monks of Mani Temple who are nurtured by specially cultivated landraces, along with figures of great power level who have achieved the World Honored One’s Taoism Fruit presiding.
Such terrifyingly extraordinary influence, with a configuration of strong individuals that dominates a region even in the Kunlun Exotic Realm.
It’s completely a dimensional reduction strike.
Lu Ren and Xuanzang ascended the steps, the bluestone steps polished from countless feet having trodden them, rendered almost smooth.
Occasionally, around them could be seen Qi Cultivating Monks meditating on Buddhist Dharma, or Martial Monks practicing armed and unarmed combat.
In Mani Temple, marriages are not forbidden, and some monks even have wives and concubines gathering in small groups.
The more powerful one is, the more attractive they are to the opposite sex.
Discussing this, Xuanzang couldn’t help but sigh: "It’s an unavoidable fact, as our population is indeed too small; having more offspring would always be a blessing."
Lu Ren’s face showed a hint of coldness, but it quickly disappeared without saying more.
From the Agricultural Affairs Bureau of Mani Temple, through the Hundred Scripture Hall, all the way to the Arhat Hall with the strongest martial prowess, and the Shakyamuni Main Hall.
By the time it was nearing three or four in the afternoon, Lu Ren and Xuanzang finally reached the summit of Mani Mountain, pausing under the 300-meter-high Sakyamuni Golden Body.
The lifelike Shakyamuni Buddha Statue, suffused in a golden glow, did not capture Lu Ren’s attention, instead, the old monk sitting serenely on a cushion in front of this gigantic statue attracted most of his focus.
Xuanzang stepped forward, kneeling before the old monk, his expression devout. Follow current novels on NoveI-Fire.ɴet
"World Honored One, the Buddha’s Son has arrived at Mani Temple."
At this moment, the old monk, who had been watching Lu Ren with a smile from afar, slightly nodded: "You have worked hard, Xuanzang."
"Alert, you have already attracted the attention of the Buddha Demon Dragon Qa Shizun, who seems quite interested in you."
The long-missed system notification abruptly sounded in Lu Ren’s mind, causing him to instinctively clench his fingers.
This scene was clearly observed by Longga Shizun, who laughed softly: "Buddha’s Son, please do not be nervous, we are your Buddha Servants."
Lu Ren raised an eyebrow, continually saying: "The World Honored One’s words are too weighty, I still can’t fully grasp the concept of what a Buddha’s Son is."
Longga Shizun said: "You are the fateful person left behind by Venerable Shakyamuni; since he chose you, it indicates you possess enough special qualities."
Lu Ren was about to speak but paused, realizing that the words spoken by this Buddha Demon World Venerable, whose heart was already filled with darkness, could be true, meaning that Sakyamuni had foreseen tens of thousands of years ago that someone would come to practice the True Dharma of Buddhism with perfect understanding?
Lu Ren’s mind was a whirl of thoughts, ultimately shaking his head slightly, saying: "Perhaps it was merely a casual jest left by Shakyamuni at the time."
Longga Shizun chuckled: "Every action of a Saint possesses True Intent, and at the Realm of Venerable Shakyamuni, each movement holds crucial significance, beyond our comprehension."
Damn, isn’t this too complex? Perhaps even if he picked his nose, you would consider it miraculous?
Lu Ren did not dwell on the issue, instead curiously asking: "Master, you are also called the World Honored One, is there a difference between the Buddha and Shakyamuni?"
"This old monk is merely a nominal title," Longga Shizun shook his head slowly: "I am the abbot of Mani Temple, merely called the World Honored One.
The true World Honored One’s Taoism Fruit holds ultimate True Intent, a mystery we cannot seek."
Lu Ren calmly spoke: "I see."
After speaking, he fell silent, observing the words Longga the old monk would say next.
This wretched bald monk harbors malicious intent, having reached an unimaginable level of prowess, otherwise, the system would not have given such an abrupt warning.
Even with Xuanzang, the system remained silent, showing no inclination to reveal any information, just a simple attribute panel.
It’s not that Lu Ren shouldn’t have come, but he wanted to know what Shakyamuni had left behind, perhaps it held great secrets, explaining why he was compelled to journey far, even traversing the starry void.
Seeing Lu Ren not speaking, Longga the old monk didn’t mind, slightly smiling as he spoke: "We found you guided by a peculiar artifact left by Venerable Shakyamuni, prompting us to send Xuanzang walking millions of miles to find you in the Li Luo Realm."
Pausing briefly, Longga the old monk’s eyes bore an even more profound gaze, layered with a serene smile: "Venerable Shakyamuni left behind some items that only specific individuals can open."
Having listened for so long, Lu Ren could not contain his curiosity: "Since Shakyamuni’s departure, how many Buddha’s Sons have you chosen to come to Mani Temple to open what Shakyamuni left behind?"
Longga did not hide anything and said: "Since Venerable Shakyamuni’s departure into the void, we have followed guidance, or through our selection, found ten people to verify, yet none succeeded in opening what Venerable Shakyamuni left behind."
At this, Longga Shizun’s eyes shone brilliantly, his peaceful gaze glowing with joy.
"And you, Buddha’s Son, are our only hope."
Lu Ren raised an eyebrow: "Do you trust me that much?"
Longga Shizun replied: "Because, like Venerable Shakyamuni, you also came from beyond the heavens. Many beings from outside the skies visit Beidou Emperor Star frequently, all saying so."