Chapter 314

Xu Qi 'an's state was like a bucket of cold water being poured over everyone's hearts. It caused the high atmosphere to subside and the cheers to gradually disappear.

"The young monk on the mountainside is the one who sat on the southern city's hero platform for half a day."

"It's said that he's the Buddhists' Invincible Vajra. He's indeed invincible. In the past five days, many heroes have gone up to challenge him, but no one has been able to break his Golden Body."

At that moment, the capital's commoners and outsiders recalled the fear of being dominated by Jingsi's Vajra Body.

They recalled how powerful the handsome monk was.

Some of the commoners who didn't live in the southern city and didn't know much about it had an intense reaction after asking.

"There's actually such a thing? Don't listen to hearsay. Rumors love to be exaggerated and can't be trusted. "

"It's not an exaggeration. I also know that an extremely powerful swordsman took action a few days ago. It's said that he summoned a stone as a sword. He's rather impressive, but he still lost to this young monk. "

"The Buddhists are too powerful. In comparison, it's difficult for us to make any progress."

The capital's commoners felt discouraged.

From Jingsi and Jingchen's arena battle and speech to the descent of the Dharma Idol last night, the Buddhists had a huge impact on the capital's commoners. Their powerful impression was deeply engraved in their hearts.

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"This Penniless Monk remembers that Xu Ningyan's ultimate technique is Heaven Earth Saber Slash. Does he still have the strength to slash out?" Hengy Yuan shook his head. He pressed his palms together and sighed.

"The second stage, the Vajra Array, is the real battle. He only has the strength to slash out once, but he exhausted all his strength in the Eight Distresses Array."

Chu Yuanzhen couldn't help but laugh. "Number Six, you're too stubborn."

Hengy Yuan frowned, puzzled.

Chu Yuanzhen didn't answer as he continued, "However, unless he can slash out a second time and break through the Eight Distresses Array's second strike, he won't be able to slash through Jingsi's Golden Body no matter what."

…

An intense debate was unfolding in the pergola.

"He can rest if he doesn't have enough strength. There's no time limit for this battle. As long as Xu Qi 'an can slash out with as much strength as the previous strike, it won't be a problem for him to break the Vajra Array. "

As soon as one of the nobles expressed his opinion, it immediately attracted the refutation of others.

The person who refuted Earl Wei Hai was also an aristocrat. His cultivation was not weak. "Earl Wei Hai, do you think that a mere Rank-7 martial artist is capable of executing that slash just now?"

The surrounding dignitaries listened attentively to the debate between the two.

Bian Fan waved his hand and said, "Bian," and "Bian," and "Bian". Dog... how confident is Xu Qi 'an in breaking the Vajra Formation? "

Uncle Flat Top was a middle-aged man in his early forties. He was in the prime of his life. He was tall and sturdy, and his eyes were full of vigor. Hearing the Second Princess's question, he stood up and cupped his hands.

"Your Highs, Your Highs, I think of," Bian "Bian". "Bian"

"Bian" is "of of of of of Of of."

Bian Fan sighed and said, "Xu Qi 'an is only a seventh-grade martial artist. Even Chu Yuanzhen can't break through Monk Jingsi's Golden Body, let alone him."

A civil official frowned and said, "You may not know this, but although Xu Qi 'an is a seventh-grade martial artist, he is very strong. He has the record of slashing through a sixth-grade bronze-skinned and iron-boned martial artist twice."

Bian Fan shook his head. "The Buddhist's Invincible Vajra cannot be compared to a martial artist's bronze-skinned and iron-boned. Besides, this little monk has been in the south of the city for half a year. If Xu Qi 'an could win, he would have made a move long ago. Why has he been holding back? "

The civil official who spoke nodded. Bian Fan was a noble who had participated in the Mountain Sea Battle twenty years ago. His judgment was not bad. Since he said so, it was most likely the truth.

Bian Fan thought for a long time but could not think of a rebuttal. He said angrily, "Bian Fan, how can you boost others' morale and diminish your own? What good will it do you if Xu Qi 'an loses?"

Bian Fan said helplessly, "I'm not trying to boost others' morale. Xu Qi 'an is representing the Celestial Commissioner in this duel. He is also representing the imperial court. I also hope that he can win, but … the chances of him winning are too small."

Most of the civil officials and womenfolk present were amateurs. When they saw Xu Qi 'an break through the formation with one slash, their confidence was immediately boosted. Smiles bloomed on the faces of the beautiful womenfolk.

However, after listening to Bian Fan's analysis, the civil officials and womenfolk realized that the situation was not optimistic.

Wei Hai Earl snorted and said in a clear voice, "Bian Fan, how do you know that Xu Qi 'an will not be able to slash a second time?"

At this moment, Monk Jingchen, who had been meditating without saying a word, said, "The Supervisor must have borrowed his strength for that slash just now. Otherwise, how would a Rank-7 martial artist be able to slash out such a terrifying Saber Aura?

"A Rank-7 martial artist's physique is limited. How would he be able to withstand the infusion of such strength?"

Bian Fan shook his head. This was what he wanted to say too.

The various pergolas quietened down. The civil and military officials lowered their heads and drank. The womenfolk deliberately turned their heads away, not looking at the Buddhist monk.

They had nothing to say, but they were unwilling to accept it.

"Father, what do you think?"

Miss Wang looked at the Grand Secretary with a smile.

Wang Shoufu said lightly, "Watch more and speak less. It's still too early to make a conclusion."

Even though he was certain that Xu Qi 'an would not be able to win in a duel and was already thinking about his next candidate, after the slap in the face just now, Wang Shoufu could not jump to conclusions.

A dignified Grand Secretary would not fall at the same place twice.

"I have an idea."

Miss Wang smiled and looked at Monk Jingchen. She said loudly, "Master, the Eight Distresses Array is used by Buddhist monks to hone their Buddha's heart. It has nothing to do with combat strength. Even a high-ranked martial artist would find it difficult to break the array easily. Am I right?"

Monk Jingchen nodded. "Rather than letting a high-ranked martial artist enter the array, why don't we find a young one?"

Miss Wang said sweetly, "Master Du 'e mentioned earlier that Daibun has three chances. Am I right?"

"Of course."

A bright smile appeared on Miss Wang's delicate and gentle face. "Now that the Eight Distresses Array has been broken, even if Xu Qi 'an is exhausted and unable to break through the Vajra Array, the imperial court can send a high-ranked martial artist to break the array. Can the Vajra at the mountainside withstand it?"

Monk Jingchen was stunned. He frowned and said nothing.

Everyone's eyes lit up. They felt enlightened as all sorts of thoughts ran through their minds.

No one knew why the Supervisor had chosen a Rank-7 Silver Gong to fight. They were secretly puzzled. Now that Xu Qi 'an had broken the Eight Distresses Array, Miss Wang pointed out the pros and cons.

Everyone's thoughts were instantly enlightened.

"So this Xu Qi 'an is just a pawn. Can he come out then? Let's get a high-ranked martial artist to break the array. "

"Yes, there are many high-ranked martial artists in Capital City. They should be able to break through the Buddhist Golden Body."

"If we're talking about martial artists, our King of Zhenbei is undoubtedly the best in Daibun."

The topic gradually shifted to the King of Zhenbei.

Miss Wang was in the limelight. She casually glanced at the area where the night watchman was. She was delighted to see Xu Xinnian looking at her too.

Before their eyes met, Miss Wang averted her gaze without batting an eyelid.

"The one who spoke just now was a female member of Wang Shoufu's family? She seems to be his daughter … "Xu Xinnian retracted his gaze in disdain. He had a bad impression of the Wang family.

That was because the Royal Faction and the Wei Faction were political enemies. The Royal Faction had repeatedly harmed his eldest brother. Xu Xinnian remembered all of this.

He had long regarded the Royal Faction as his future imaginary enemy.

"The King of Zhenbei is known as the most talented martial artist in Daibun in the past two hundred years. It's a pity that he's not in Capital City. Otherwise, this group of bald donkeys wouldn't be so arrogant."

Xu Xinnian heard the woman beside him comment.

"This woman knows a lot. Her knowledge isn't something an ordinary woman can compare to. I don't know where Eldest Brother got to know such a married woman," Xu Xinnian thought.

"My eldest brother is also a martial arts prodigy," Xu Lingyue said.

The woman smiled and did not argue.

However, Xu Lingyue understood the meaning behind the smile. It was that she could not be bothered to argue. It was like a person who held the truth in his hand and did not want to argue with people who argued irrationally.

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Foshan.

Xu Qi 'an rested for a moment before continuing up the stairs. He did not encounter any more obstacles along the way and arrived in front of Monk Jing Si.

At that moment, Jing Si's entire body seemed to be cast in gold, emitting wisps of faint golden light.

I'm so envious. If I learn this divine technique, my entire body will be golden … A phrase naturally appeared in Xu Qi 'an's mind: The Golden Spear Never Falls!

"Master Jing Si!"

Xu Qi 'an stopped in his tracks and sat down on the steps below. He said, "Can I rest for a while?"

Jing Si sat cross-legged and nodded with a smile. "Patron, feel free to adjust your breathing."

Xu Qi 'an raised his eyebrows. "Aren't you afraid that I'll stab you again?"

Jing Si smiled and said, "Patron, your meridians are on fire now. Can you still withstand the power just now?"

"It's not a matter of whether I can withstand it or not. It's just that the skill needs a cooldown." Xu Qi 'an grinned.

His body was like a vessel that had overloaded itself with external power. At that moment, he had entered Sage Time. However, this was only one of the reasons. Another reason was that he could no longer mobilize the power of living beings.

It was like he could only pick up money once a day and had to wait until tomorrow to continue picking up gold. That was why the skill needed a cooldown.

Using Number Four's mystic technique to mobilize the power of living beings … The mystic technique should only be a means. The core of the problem lies with me. I can mobilize the power of living beings … I suspect that this is an upgraded version of strange luck … It's obvious that Monk Shen Shu knows this ability of mine, so the Supervisor naturally knows as well … I remember Monk Shen Shu saying that he and I are the same kind of person. In fact, this is also the reason why he parasitized my body … This is a little terrifying!

Xu Qi 'an thought to himself.

"Master, did you become a monk when you were young?" Xu Qi 'an asked casually.

Jing Si nodded.

"Master, do you cultivate Zen or martial arts?"

"I cultivate both Zen and martial arts," Jing Si replied.

There's such a thing as cultivating both Zen and martial arts? This young monk's talent is quite astonishing … Xu Qi 'an nodded and said, "I heard that Buddhism pays particular attention to entering the world first before coming out. Master, you've become a monk since you were young. You don't even have a home, so why would you become a monk? "

Monk Jing Si could tell that Xu Qi 'an wanted to debate the Buddhist Dharma with him, but he was not afraid. He said, "Becoming a monk refers to cutting off the threads of worry and becoming a monk. Patron, you don't have to be so formal.

"This Penniless Monk has been cultivating the Buddhist Dharma since young. I've traveled the Western Region and tasted the sufferings of the human world, as well as the eight sufferings of life.

What bullsh * t! You're someone who hasn't even experienced a mortgage, a car loan, or a sky-high betrothal gift. How dare you say you've tasted the eight hardships of life in front of me?

Xu Qi 'an lampooned in his heart.

"Master, what do you think of women?" Xu Qi 'an asked.

"A bone-scraping knife!" Monk Jing Si gave a concise evaluation.

"It's still too early to say that. Master, you've never touched women before. How do you know that women aren't the most beautiful thing in the world?"

The conversation between the two was heard by the onlookers without missing a single word.

"Isn't it the Vajra Formation? Why are you talking about the Buddhist Dharma? "

"How is he talking about the Buddhist Dharma? He's clearly talking about women. Every word of his is a gem. He's touched my heart."

The men chuckled at the same time.

The woman, on the other hand, was blushing and secretly spat.

"Aiya, how can a dog servant say such nonsense?" Pan Fan's face turned red as he lowered his head slightly.

"Mother, Big Brother is becoming more and more improper." Xu Lingyue stomped her feet.

Aunt did not say anything, feeling a little awkward.

Second Uncle Xu was both embarrassed and ashamed. What nonsense was this kid spouting? This place was filled with high-ranking officials and dignitaries, and there were thousands of commoners watching. It was better not to spit out such unseemly words.

…

"This Penniless Monk has indeed never experienced women, but women are as fierce as tigers. This is something passed down from generation to generation by eminent monks. Patron, please don't twist words and force logic." Jing Si was unmoved.

"As the saying goes, nothing ventured, nothing gained!" Xu Qi 'an retorted.

Jing Si was stunned. "Patron, what do you mean?"

Xu Qi 'an fell silent.

"Nothing ventured, nothing gained … What does this have to do with beauty?"

"Perhaps there's a profound truth in it, but we can't see through it?"

Doubts flashed through the hearts of the people outside.

…

"Then I have a few things to ask you, Master." Xu Qi 'an stared at him and sneered. "Have you supported your parents? Have you worked hard to manage a family? Have you carried a hoe and planted a field?

"Buddhists don't produce. They chant sutras all day long and need devotees to support them. Let me ask you, what sutras are you chanting? What Buddha are you chanting?

"Walking around the world as a bystander is considered to be experiencing the sufferings of all living beings? Of the eight sufferings of life, Jing Si has only experienced life and nothing else.

"You're just a fake monk."

Jing Si pondered for a long time and replied, "Buddha observes everything in the world, so he naturally understands the sufferings of the world."

"Alright!"

Xu Qi 'an nodded. He pulled out his black-gold saber and slashed a bloody wound on his arm. He covered the wound and looked at Jing Si.

"Master, do you think I'm in pain?"

"How can it not hurt when a blade is on the body?" Jing Si pressed his palms together.

"Then do you know how much pain I'm in?" Xu Qi 'an asked again.

Jing Si fell silent. He had the Vajra protecting him. The blade couldn't harm him, so he really couldn't answer.

"Master, don't you understand?" Xu Qi 'an sighed. "This is what you mean by' observation. 'You only know that I'm in pain, but you don't know how much pain I'm in. You only know the sufferings of the world, but you definitely don't know how bitter it is.

"If you can't even understand the sufferings of the common people, how can you talk about saving all living beings? Isn't that a joke? Let me tell you a story. "

Jing Si didn't say anything, but he pretended to listen.

"One year, there was a great drought in the world. The common people didn't have rice to eat, and countless starved to death. When a young master from a wealthy family heard about this, he said in surprise. Master, do you know what he said? "

Jing Si asked, "What did he say?"

Xu Qi 'an stared at Jing Si and revealed a mocking smile. He said word by word, "Why — Don't — Eat — Minced — Meat."

Jing Si felt as if he had been struck by lightning. His pupils dilated slightly, and his expression froze.

"Well said!"

"That little monk is speechless. Look, the little monk is speechless."

The crowd outside cheered loudly.

The monk was best at debating and talking about zen. He could bloom with his mouth, and no one could win against him. However, Xu Qi 'an's words made the little monk from the Western Regions speechless.

This feeling was as if he had defeated them in the field that the Buddhists were best at. From a bystander's point of view, it was even more satisfying than when Xu Qi 'an swung his saber.

Their morale was greatly boosted.

The officials in the court watched in silence. Since bickering could not break the Vajra Formation, they wanted to see what Xu Qi 'an's motive was.

At that moment, Xu Qi 'an threw the black-gold saber in front of Jing Si and said in a deep voice, "Master, if you think that I'm wrong, if you think that you can really experience the suffering of the common people, why don't you give it a try?"

Jing Si looked up and muttered, "Experience it?"

Xu Qi 'an nodded. "Retract your Invincible Vajra and slash your arm. You will be able to understand my pain and comprehend the true Buddhist Dharma instead of eating minced meat."

"No, no …" Jing Si shook his head as if he was convincing himself not to try. "If I retract my Invincible Vajra, I'll lose."

"A monk is void of worldly desires, but you are so obsessed with victory. You are already at a disadvantage." Xu Qi 'an guided him patiently.

"You have lost a battle, but you have seen a wider sky and experienced the true Buddhist Dharma. You can decide for yourself which is more important."

A monk is void of worldly desires. He shouldn't be obsessed with victory … Why don't you eat minced meat? Why don't you eat minced meat … Monk Jing Si's expression gradually became complicated. He revealed a conflicted and conflicted look. He slowly reached out and grabbed the black-gold saber.

The corners of Xu Qi 'an's mouth curled up.

"I see." Chu Yuanzhen praised, "Jing Si has been cultivating in Buddhism since he was young. Perhaps his Buddhist Dharma is profound, but he lacks the experience of the human world. This is his flaw. Xu Ningyan is indeed quick-witted. "

Jing Si was like a talented descendant of an aristocratic family. He had been cultivating in the clan since he was young. He had strength, but his mental state was not perfect. He lacked experience and accumulation.

"Amitabha." Hengy Yuan chanted the Buddhist proclamation, feeling disappointed.

He thought of his junior brother, Heng Hui, whom he had raised since he was young. He was also an extremely talented Buddhist disciple, but he lacked the experience of the mortal world. His mortal heart was moved, resulting in a disaster.

Well done! The eyes of the civil officials lit up as they secretly cheered.

Attacking the city was the bottom line, and attacking the heart was the top. This step was complemented by the art of war. It was extremely ingenious.

Compared to fighting and killing, the civil officials approved of Xu Qi 'an's actions of breaking the Vajra Array.

They couldn't help but have a thought again: It's a pity that this child doesn't study!

Instinctively, the next thought surfaced in their minds: Xu Pingzhi is not a son.

Wang Shoufu nodded to himself. Xu Qi 'an's actions made him feel enlightened. This was a response he hadn't thought of before.

During the tax case, he didn't know about Xu Qi 'an. He only really paid attention to him after the Sampo Case. He suddenly realized that this child's future was limitless.

Unfortunately, he was Wei Yuan's man. In the future, he could only be an enemy and not an ally.

At that moment, accompanied by the chanting of a Buddhist proclamation, a voice echoed in the sky. "Jingsi, you're mistaken."

As these words rang in everyone's ears, they also entered the painting and Monk Jing Si's ears.

The handsome young monk felt as if he was in a dream. He retracted his hand as if he had been electrocuted. He quickly pressed his palms together and kept chanting the Buddhist proclamation.

Gradually, his eyes regained clarity.

"B * stard!"

Wang Shoufu threw his cup and stood up. He was furious. "Dhu Lohan, can't the Buddhists afford to lose?"

Behind Wei Yuan, the nine Jinluo stood up at the same time and pressed down on the hilt of their sabers.

Monk Jing Chen said calmly, "The Supervisor can help in secret. Why can't the Buddhists?"

He was insisting that Xu Qi 'an's strike was secretly helped by the Supervisor. Or perhaps, he had buried a corresponding method in his body in advance.

Wang Shoufu sneered and said, "Do you think the Buddhists have the final say in this world? You said the supervisor would lend a hand, so the supervisor would lend a hand. "

The officials and nobles looked angry, but they restrained themselves. The onlookers and the arrogant people of the pugilistic world did not care. They cursed angrily and even attacked the Imperial Guards.

"Shameless bald donkey. This is clearly cheating. We don't care. The Vajra Array has already been broken."

"The Buddhists are so shameless. If the Buddhists win today, we won't admit it."

"…"

Master Du 'e turned a deaf ear to Zhentian's curses. He looked at Jing Chen and said calmly, "Aren't you the same?"

"I know my mistake." Jing Chen lowered his head.

…

The monk outside can hear my conversation with Jing Si … Is that even possible? There are both literary and physical battles in a battle of magical powers. Everyone has to rely on their own abilities. It's too much to forcefully interfere outside … Xu Qi 'an was secretly vexed.

He immediately stopped talking and sat cross-legged to breathe.

Fifteen minutes later, Xu Qi 'an opened his eyes. He picked up the black-gold saber and sheathed it.

Holding the hilt of the saber, Xu Qi 'an said loudly, "I will only strike once. After this strike, you will be responsible for your own life and death."

His voice was transmitted outside through the painting.

Only one strike?!

Regardless of whether they were laymen or experts, commoners or nobles, they were in disbelief when they heard that.

Were those words spoken out of anger?

Xu Qi 'an calmed all his emotions and restrained all his aura. The aura in his body collapsed inward, and his dantian was like a black hole. That was the accumulation process of the Single Strike of Heaven and Earth.

Since you cheated, don't blame me for cheating … He closed his eyes, and his mental strength collapsed and retracted at the same time. It connected to a huge wave of Blood Qi in his body.

That was the Essence Blood of Monk Shen Shu.

On the way back from Yunzhou to the capital, Xu Qi 'an absorbed this drop of Essence Blood and came back to life by relying on the Essence Blood of Immortal Martial Artists. However, part of the power was still settled in his body.

When Xu Qi 'an saw Dhu Lohan let Jing Si enter the formation, he immediately realized that he could not get around this "Vajra" no matter what. And the Invincible Vajra, which was reinforced by the secret realm of Buddhism, could not be cut open by Xu Qi' an with his own strength.

At that time, he hid in the Celestial Commissioner and communicated with Monk Shen Shu. The Celestial Commissioner was the territory of Warlocks, so he did not have to worry about being discovered by Dhu Lohan.

Monk Shen Shu's suggestion was to mobilize the Essence Blood in his body and vent the remaining power that could not be digested.

This power would not expose the existence of Monk Shen Shu. In order to let Xu Qi 'an absorb the Immortal Essence in his blood, Monk Shen Shu had already erased its "attribute."

In essence, it was now just the essence condensed by the Warrior.

The power that had settled in his body was awakened. It melted into Xu Qi 'an's limbs and bones, turning into pure Qi activity.

There was no wind in the Buddha Realm, but Xu Qi 'an's robes fluttered even though there was no wind. He still had his eyes closed, like a sleeping overlord that was slowly awakening.

The world was trembling and trembling because of his awakening.

"What's going on? Am I seeing things? Why do I feel like the world is trembling?"

"It's Buddha Mountain. Buddha Mountain is trembling. Buddha Mountain is trembling …"

Outside, someone suddenly shouted in surprise, "It's Xu Qi 'an. He's going to draw his saber."

No one was blind. They could all see that Xu Qi 'an was causing the trembling of Buddha Mountain.

"Amitabha!"

Jing Si made a hand seal and remained motionless. However, the clouds and mist in the Buddha Realm moved. Fine golden light sprinkled down and fused with the Golden Body.

As a result, the Golden Body became more and more resplendent. It emitted thousands of rays of light like the rising sun.

It stood as an equal!

Huaiqing suddenly stood up and stepped out of the pergola. She looked up at the resplendent golden light in her eyes. She stared at it and held her breath.

More people stood up and walked out of the pergola. They raised their heads and widened their eyes. They even forgot to breathe.

Among them was Wang Shoufu.

Wei Yuan slowly stood up and paced outside the pergola. He leisurely said, "The great roc rises with the wind and soars 90,000 kilometers in the sky."

Is this also within your expectations, Duke Wei?! The people in Jinluo looked at his back.

Clang!

The sound of the saber being drawn was like thunder, resounding throughout the world.

There was no other saber in the world that attracted the attention of so many people and affected the hearts of countless people.

There was no other saber in the world that was so resolute. It was as if it wanted to cut through everything.

Of course, there was no saber in the world that was so fast that it could not be seen with the naked eye.

However, the eyes of the people outside the arena clearly saw the Golden Body shatter. They saw the layers of golden light being blown away like mist. It was the peerless saber intent that chased away the golden light.

The Vajra that had been undefeated outside the southern city for half a year, the Golden Body that the people in the city had been brooding over for five days, was finally defeated.

On the arena, Xu Qi 'an stood proudly.

Jingsi fell to the ground. The saber marks on his chest and abdomen were deep into his bones. His damaged organs could be seen. His face was pale, and he could not maintain his meditation posture.

Streaks of golden light gathered again and entered his wounds, healing his flesh and blood.

"I said that I would only strike once!" Xu Qi 'an said calmly.

At this moment, everyone in the capital was speechless.

There was about four to five seconds of silence. Then, suddenly, a wave of noise came.

Some people screamed, some cheered, and some even had tears in their eyes. The grievances they had suffered for many days were swept away.

"I, Daibun, am the orthodox ruler of the nine states. My political and martial arts skills are the best in the world!" a scholar shouted hoarsely.

"Xu Shikui is the best in martial arts. He is the best in the world."

At this moment, everyone recalled the words that came from the mystic realm just now. "I will only strike once!"

It was only at this moment that they understood the confidence and heroism in these words.

The Yuanjing Emperor, who was standing on the top of the Stargazing Tower, faced the waves of noise directly. He also saw his hot-blooded and impassioned people.

"The Vajra Formation has been broken."

The aged Emperor revealed a heartfelt smile. "Supervisor, you are indeed confident. Good, very good. Xu Qi 'an is also very good. He did not waste the imperial court's efforts in nurturing him."

"Since ancient times, heroes have always been young …"

Miss Wang heard her father murmur in a low voice.

'He is indeed an extraordinary hero …' Miss Wang thought. She swept her gaze around and saw many young ladies from wealthy families who were familiar with her. They were looking at the young man standing proudly on the steps of Buddha Mountain with infatuated eyes.

There were even a few charming noblewomen among them. Their gazes were very aggressive, and they stared at the young man without blinking.

Even the top scholar was not as impressive as him. Miss Wang added in her heart.

Thump thump, thump thump … She could hear her own heart beating like a drum. It was the most intense she had ever felt in the past twenty years.

Xu Lingyue was a little infatuated as she looked at her brother's limitless glory.

Auntie clicked her tongue. "Old Master, after this battle, our family's doorstep will be trampled to pieces by Matchmaker … Old Master?"

Xu Pingzhi's eyes were filled with tears, and his face was full of gratification.

Big Brother is getting stronger and stronger. He is advancing bravely on the martial path. I can't fall behind too much … Xu Xinnian quietly clenched his fists.

Even when Duke Huai was young, he was not as dazzling as him … the old auntie thought.

…

"Master, rest well."

Xu Qi 'an sheathed his blade and continued to climb the mountain.

He shuttled through the mountain forest that was shrouded in clouds. After walking for fifteen minutes, the front suddenly opened up. There were jagged rocks and sparse vegetation. There was a huge Bodhi tree, and an old monk sat cross-legged under it.

Xu Qi 'an knew that this was the third stage.

At this time, he was almost at the top of the mountain.

After this stage, there should be another stage at the top of the mountain, which was also the last one … Xu Qi 'an put his palms together. "Master, what shall we compete in this stage?"

The old monk chanted the name of Buddha and said leisurely, "Almsgiver, your heart is not at peace."

The first thing he said was the old monk … Xu Qi 'an complained in his heart and asked, "Why should it be at peace?"

"If the heart is at peace, there will be Dharma. If there is Dharma, there will be Buddha. If there is Buddha, then one can transcend the sea of bitterness," the old monk answered.

"Why should one transcend the sea of bitterness?" Xu Qi 'an asked again.

"Why don't you transcend?" asked the old monk.

"Why should one transcend?" Xu Qi 'an argued.

"Why not?" the old monk said leisurely.

…

"What are they talking about?"

"They're talking about Zen. You can't even understand this."

"You understand? Then tell me. "

"Nonsense. If I could understand, I would be an eminent monk. However, it's because I can't understand that there's a mystery in it. "

"I see."

The people outside whispered to each other with different reactions. Some people frowned and digested their conversation word by word, trying to comprehend the meaning of Zen from it.

Some of them nodded slightly or shook their heads, looking like they understood something.

Then, everyone, from the royal family to the common people, heard Xu Qi 'an say,

"Master, let's speak human language. I was just making things up."