A look of disappointment flashed in Guan Ping's eyes.
"Miss Guan, Boss got me to fetch you. We have already booked the best banquet at the best hotel in Black Mountain City," said the man respectfully as he opened the car door for Guan Ping.
Guan Ping wished to reject him but when she saw the luxurious car and the helicopter, she finally gritted her teeth and nodded in agreement.
This was the first time Guan Ping had agreed to Boss Zhang's invitation. It was also the first time she understood what it meant to be indulged in luxury and to amaze the world with a single brilliant feat! She saw some familiar faces. When she got down from the helicopter, all of them looked at her with envy! She realized that although she kept telling herself that she wanted to lead a clean life, she truly enjoyed such a feeling! She felt like a queen.
After a busy morning, Fangzheng finally finished irrigating the Crystal Rice paddy. The Crystal Rice had already grown to the length of a finger. The seedlings were thick and it was obvious that they were not afraid of the elements. Fangzheng was delighted when he saw this scene. If he reaped the harvest, he could really eat until he could not move. He would no longer have to worry about starving.
With this in mind, he hummed a tune and returned to One Finger Monastery.
Days passed one after another. What left Fangzheng depressed was that it was sunny for three to four consecutive days! As the sun grew brighter, the temperature rose.
One afternoon, Fangzheng had just finished his meal and was preparing to recite the scriptures in the temple hall when a familiar figure walked into the temple hall. She looked at Fangzheng and said, "Venerable Fangzheng, I'm here again."
Fangzheng looked at the woman in front of him and failed to recognize her at first glance. He realized that it was Guan Ping who had come a few days ago. However, Guan Ping was dressed differently today. The last time could only be considered decent, but this time, she was dressed gorgeously! Even though Fangzheng did not know how to tailor clothes, he could tell that every stitch and crease on her clothes were meticulously made. It was similar to Li Xueying's clothes and clearly not cheap.
Upon seeing Fangzheng's odd look, Guan Ping's eyes flashed with pain. She whispered, "Venerable Fangzheng, can we talk outside?"
Fangzheng nodded and left the temple hall with Guan Ping. They came under the bodhi tree. It was still the same seat with the two of them. It was still the young monk Fangzheng. However, the woman opposite him seemed to have undergone a subtle change.
"Female Patron, are you going to tell This Penniless Monk the unfinished story from the last time?"
Guan Ping nodded. "Yes, Venerable Fangzheng. I'm getting more and more confused."
Fangzheng returned with a question. "Patron, why are you confused?"
"Venerable Fangzheng, what do you think a person lives for?" asked Guan Ping.
Fangzheng returned with a question. "Patron, why do you live?"
Guan Ping shook her head and said, "I don't know either. My parents have always told me since I was young that people live to live. Therefore, I studied hard and worked hard. I received all sorts of scholarships and finally stood out from all the other students to become an actress. "Noticing Fangzheng's lack of reaction, Guan Ping could not help but add," The kind with a little fame. "
However, Fangzheng's expression remained unchanged. It was as though Guan Ping's achievements were not worth mentioning. At the very least, it did not stir a ripple in his heart.
Guan Ping furrowed her brows and continued, "A while ago, I was the second female lead in the very popular Zhen Guan Past."
However, the monk in front of her remained calm, as though the second female lead was worthless. Little did she know that Fangzheng had even seen international superstars. How could he be surprised by the achievements of a B or C-list actress in the country?
Guan Ping was a little displeased but she continued. "Later on, one day, a person suddenly barged into my life. He was old but very nice. He kept pursuing me relentlessly. A few days ago, when she learned that I was here, she specially sent someone to fetch me. She even used a helicopter to bring me back for lunch. "
Upon saying that, Guan Ping subconsciously glanced at Fangzheng. However, the monk in front of her remained calm. He did not react at all! Guan Ping really wanted to ask him, "Do you know what a helicopter is?" But she ultimately did not ask.
Guan Ping continued. "I went. It was the most luxurious banquet I had ever seen. It was also the most glamorous one I had ever seen. The helicopter entered, the path paved with fresh flowers, crystal cups, and 1982 vintage red wine. Everything was so mesmerizing … "
The more she spoke, the more radiant Guan Ping's smile became.
When Fangzheng saw this, he more or less understood the reason for Guan Ping's visit.
At that moment, Guan Ping's smile turned into tears … She covered her face as she cried. Her crying turned more and more sorrowful until she wailed out loud!
Fangzheng sighed when he saw this. He remained silent as he waited silently.
After crying for about five minutes, Guan Ping was done crying. She sat up and looked at Fangzheng. "Abbot, am I sick? The education I received from a young age tells me that this kind of extravagant lifestyle is for raising good-for-nothing! I also know that his pursuit of me is only a momentary novelty. He has pursued many female celebrities in the past, but they divorced not long after their marriages. Him marrying me will definitely not be an exception. Such a person is someone I despise the most in the past. He's just a nouveau riche with a bit of money! But … But I really like that feeling. But every time I want to agree to him, there's a voice in my heart that shouts at me: You are a sinner! I really feel like I'm committing a crime. It feels like I'm selling my soul to the devil … I'm afraid … but I also desire it. Boohoo … "
Fangzheng sighed when he heard that. Everything was similar to what he had imagined. She was a pitiful and lamentable woman. On one hand, she was tempted by money, and on the other hand, there was the virtue of cleanliness. She yearned for money, but she was afraid of being condemned by morality. But from her attire, it was clear that although she said she was hesitating, her body had already made a choice.
Fangzheng pressed his palms together. "Amitabha. Patron, since you have already made your choice, why did you come to This Penniless Monk?" When he said that, Fangzheng also began to look down on the woman. He had seen quite a number of women. Fang Yunjing, Ma Juan, Jing Yan, Li Xueying, etc. Some of these women were beautiful, while others were not. However, they all lived very honestly. They had their own goals and their own souls. Even Li Fengxian had sold her body for money. She had done so in order to live on. Deep in her heart, she yearned to jump out and walk her own path.
But the Guan Ping in front of him had completely lost herself. There was nothing but greed and desire in her eyes! Then what was her goal for coming to Fangzheng? Was it really to resolve her doubts?
Guan Ping was taken aback. She looked at her clothes and then at Fangzheng's bright eyes. A look of guilt flashed in her eyes as she whispered, "I … I haven't made the final decision. Venerable One, I wish for you to help me jump out of this place completely. Regardless of which side I choose, alright? "
Fangzheng smiled at Guan Ping. "If that's all, This Penniless Monk can indeed help you." With that said, Fangsheng's expression turned solemn. "Patron, look at This Penniless Monk's hand!"
As he spoke, Fangzheng secretly activated A Golden Millet Dream.
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