Fangzheng's raised leg immediately froze. It wasn't because of any master or abbot, but because it was the biggest temple! Zen Master One Finger had said more than once that his greatest ambition was to make One Finger Temple as big as Baiyun Monastery! As for Baiyun Monastery, it was only a medium-sized monastery. It occupied more than a hundred acres, so how could it compare to the largest monastery in the world?
Fangzheng always believed that he did not owe anyone, but he had to admit that he owed Zen Master One Finger too much. When Zen Master One Finger left, he did not ask anything of him, but the look in his eyes made it seem like he wanted everything. Fangzheng had even nodded back then …
"Sigh, as a man, I have to do what I promised. Forget it!" Fangzheng shook his head and said, "There's no free dinner in this world. What do you need me to do?"
"Promote Buddhism," the System replied.
Fangzheng said, "Alright, it's on the way. No problem, let's do it!"
"Ding! Binding of Gautama Buddha System is complete. Host should diligently cultivate Zen, promote Buddhism, and deliver all living beings from suffering! If you violate the commandments, you will die without descendants. "
"F * * k you!" Fangzheng cursed inwardly as he shouted, "You didn't mention that before!"
"The host didn't ask?" the system asked.
Fangzheng was dumbfounded. Wasn't this the same as eternal impotence? He still wanted to get married and have children! This move was too ruthless!
"Can you regret it now?" Fangzheng asked weakly.
"Yes!" The system answered without hesitation.
"That's good. I'll go back on my word."
[After the host dies, it will be automatically unbound,] the system said slowly.
"F * * k you!" Fangzheng could not help but curse.
"Ka-cha!" A bolt of lightning struck in front of Fangzheng, turning the ground pitch-black. Fangzheng's feet went numb.
"As someone chosen by Buddha, you should be careful with your words and actions. You can't casually insult others," the System said.
"Can I curse in my heart?" asked Fangzheng.
"…" The system was probably speechless as well.
Fangzheng chuckled. "As long as you allow it …"
"The system has been bound. The first system mission has been issued. Clean up the entire monastery in one day! Once completed, you will be rewarded with a Buddhist plaque! "
"Uh, what's the use of this plaque?" Fangzheng was curious. It was only a plaque. Was there a need for the System to reward him? He had one right now!
"Buddha's blessing, raise the monastery's solemnity."
"No more?"
"No more."
"Tch." Fangzheng curled his lips and nonchalantly carried his luggage back to his room. Since he could not leave, he decided to be a monk in peace.
Following that, Fangzheng picked up the feather duster and began cleaning up the monastery. The monastery wasn't dirty or messy. It was just that after Zen Master One Finger left, there was a lot of dust that needed to be cleaned up. After a busy afternoon, Fangzheng finally cleaned up the monastery before sunset. He wiped the sweat on his face and said, "System, it's done!"
"Ding! Very clean, perfect! Buddhist Dharma Augment One Finger Temple's plaque! "
With a buzzing sound, a golden light landed on the signboard. The signboard shone with a golden light, as if it was made of gold!
Fangzheng could not help but think, "If it's pure gold, I should be able to sell it for quite a bit, right?"
"The signboard of the monastery is the face of the monastery. It cannot be sold," the system reminded him bluntly.
Fangzheng grinned. "Can't I just think about it? Seriously, if you don't give me money, you won't let me fantasize? You control the heavens and earth, and now you want me to control my daydreaming? "
In the end, the system ignored Fangzheng.
The golden light lasted for about ten minutes before disappearing.
The signboard was still the same old worn-out signboard. There were no visible changes. However, the entire signboard gave off a different feeling. Just a glance at it made Fangzheng feel a sense of awe and peace of mind! The annoyance in his heart disappeared in an instant. That feeling was incomparably comfortable!
"Hehe, it's really godly!" Fangzheng could not help but sigh wistfully.
"Ding! Due to the Host's perfect score for the first mission, the System will reward you with a temple renovation reward. One free draw! "
Before Fangzheng could react, he saw a golden beam of light descend from the sky. It was as if Buddha was smashing down with a hammer!
"F * * k, how is this renovating? It's demolishing!" Fangzheng yelled as he ran towards the monastery. However, a golden light flashed outside the monastery, blocking Fangzheng from entering.
It was as if there was a huge bell attached to the monastery. It was golden and extremely resplendent.
The Buddha head inside was striking it with a hammer, but it was impossible to tell what it was doing. About ten minutes later, the golden bell vanished, and so did the Buddha head. As for the entire monastery, it had changed!
The collapsed courtyard walls had been repaired. The red walls were especially eye-catching.
The withered bodhi tree in the yard suffused a green glow. The old branches on it had sprouts!
When Fangzheng saw this, he scolded it jokingly. "You old fellow. Aren't you afraid of dying from the cold by sprouting in autumn? Seriously, I even wanted to chop you down to make firewood. Looks like that's not going to happen. "
Unfortunately, the bodhi tree couldn't speak or move. Otherwise, it would definitely have given him two slaps …
The temple hall had also been renovated. There were carved beams and painted pillars. The eaves were hung up. It was truly beautiful! At the same time, everything exuded a Buddhist charm. It was a natural beauty that was as beautiful as nature's uncanny workmanship!
The Skanda statue by the door was originally missing an arm. The demon-subduing pestle in its hand had been shattered, but now, it stood there in a lifelike manner. Its faded armor had turned golden once again. With one hand on its waist and the other holding the demon-subduing pestle, it looked rather dignified and domineering!
One Finger Temple was a small monastery. The Skanda statue's appearance was to tell outsiders that it was a small temple and that it did not provide meals. If it were a medium-sized monastery, such as Baiyun Monastery, the Skanda in the temple hall would hold the demon-subduing pestle with both hands, meaning that three days of food and lodging would be provided. If it were a large monastery like Shaolin, the Skanda would hold the demon-subduing pestle with its palms pressed together, meaning that seven days of food and lodging would be provided!
Therefore, the Skanda was not only a guardian, but also an invisible signboard for the various large monasteries. If one were a regular devotee, they would know a lot just by looking at the Skanda.
Across the high doorsill was a red Merit Box. It was made of solid wood, and it was impossible to see how much money was inside.
Fangzheng shook his head slightly when he saw the Merit Box. From what he remembered, even when One Finger Temple was at its peak, there had never been any red notes in the Merit Box. After all, they had always been poor.
Beneath the Merit Box were three mats. They were meant for people to worship the deities.
Facing the door, a pure white statue stood there. In its arms was a baby, and standing to its sides were a man and a woman serving it. They were none other than the child-giving Guan Yin and the golden boy and girl.
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