"Xizi and the rest took on a job. They're regular customers, and they paid quite a bit. They informed me," Second Brother said.
Song Xianhe frowned. "You didn't ask what the job was?"
"Uh, Xizi and the rest are wily old foxes. They're reliable, so I didn't ask further. Anyway, they won't skimp on the money they have to pay, "Second Brother said with a chuckle.
Song Xianhe was instantly displeased. Just as he was about to say something, he heard Third Brother clamoring outside to buy a chicken and stew it. Someone even said that it wasn't for sale. Their voices weren't soft, and they seemed to be arguing. Song Xianhe patted Second Brother on the shoulder. "It's better to be safe than sorry. Be careful."
Second Brother knew what Song Xianhe meant as he scratched his head in embarrassment. "Got it, Brother.
As One Finger Monastery became more lively, there was more discussion on the Internet. More and more media outlets paid attention to it. Instantly, Fangzheng's medical lecture the next day became a hot topic. Countless discussions sounded incessantly.
Of course, Putian Hospital's matter was also discussed. Many patients went forward to share their personal experiences and cursed the doctors of Putian Hospital for lacking medical ethics. They also praised Fangzheng and company for doing a good job. However, most of them were …
"Holy sh * t, I realize that Abbot Fangzheng doesn't act like a monk at all! He's f * * king tasteless! "
"I realized it too. Look at those masters. They either have sage-like demeanor or look benevolent. They're all very reliable when they do things. But Fangzheng is in my territory, and I call the shots. The way he does things is just … Alright, all I wanted to say is to express one point. Well done! "
"Haha, Master Frivolous is indeed the Frivolous Master. If he were like those other Frivolous Masters, who only spit and nail, and let this scumbag from Putian Hospital attend his lecture instead, that would really disappoint the hearts of the world! Let me ask you, if that were to happen, what would the other conscientious doctors think of it? Would it be fair to them? If they were to follow suit, it would be a bad influence on society. If they didn't follow suit, it would be unfair to them. I feel that although Master Frivolous's actions aren't serious, the outcome is still serious. "
"Previous poster, are you talking about tongue twisters? You even have so many of them! "
"On this matter, I have to support Abbot Fangzheng!"
…
Upon seeing these comments, Fangzheng smiled crookedly. Although he wasn't a vain person, the feeling of being praised and acknowledged still made him feel a little smug.
By the side, Monkey scratched his head and asked in puzzlement, "Master, you clearly didn't keep your word. Why is everyone praising you? You were the one who set the rules. Others found a loophole and used it to get results. That shouldn't be considered wrong, right? After all, it's our responsibility, not theirs. "
Lone Wolf and Squirrel also looked curiously at Fangzheng. They could not figure out the answer either.
Fangzheng looked at the sky and said, "It's getting dark. Let's go strike the bell and drum. If there's any problem, we can discuss it when we return."
With that said, Fangzheng left. Monkey was filled with questions as he opened his mouth, wanting to ask …
At that moment, Salted Fish chuckled and said, "Don't ask. I guess your master doesn't know what to say. He wants to take this time to organize his thoughts and come up with a story."
Dong!
A rock flew over from afar and struck Salted Fish in the head, sending sparks flying. Salted Fish rubbed his head and mumbled. "In this day and age, I'm not even allowed to speak the truth."
After striking the bell and drum and closing the door, everyone sat under the bodhi tree as Fangzheng tasted the Frost Bamboo tea. Monkey, Lone Wolf, Squirrel, Red Boy, and Salted Fish came over. All of them didn't drink the tea and just watched quietly, as though they were saying: "We'll wait and see how you answer. Don't try to bluff your way out of this."
When Fangzheng saw this, he smiled and put down the teacup. He asked, "What do you think the goal of being honest and trustworthy is?"
"Of course it's to regulate people's behavior. Otherwise, if everyone lies, how are we to live our lives?" Red Boy said matter-of-factly.
Monkey said, "An honest society is definitely better than a dishonest society, right?"
Squirrel raised his paw and shouted, "Of course it's for a better life. Everyone is trying to cheat each other. How are people without brains supposed to live?"
When everyone heard that, they subconsciously looked at Lone Wolf.
Lone Wolf glared back angrily and said, "My brain is good! Very good! You are the ones without brains! "
Everyone grinned. "Heh heh …"
Lone Wolf was even more infuriated. Just as he was about to flare up, he heard Fangzheng say, "Alright, Jingfa, tell us your opinion. Why do you think we need to be honest and trustworthy?"
Lone Wolf didn't think too much about it. In fact, his brain wouldn't think too much about such matters. He casually said, "For justice …"
Fangzheng looked at Salted Fish who stroked his beard and said, "I also think it's for a better life."
With that said, everyone looked at Fangzheng. They had all expressed their opinions. They wanted to see what Fangzheng had to say.
Only then did Fangzheng lean against the bodhi tree's trunk and say indifferently, "That's right. All the rules, restrictions, and the promotion of virtue are actually to make this world a better place. His goal is to punish evil and promote good, to make evil disappear and let good receive more rewards. Then, is this really an equation? Is it true that being honest and trustworthy will definitely promote good? "
Upon hearing Fangzheng's question, the few of them fell into deep thought.
Fangzheng continued. "This Penniless Monk has heard of a story. A terminally ill elder's child sacrificed himself to save others. His comrade-in-arms pretended to be the elder's son and wrote letters to the elder every month, saying how good the military camp was and how happy life was. During festivals, he would mail gifts to the elder. Everyone's meritorious medals would never be mailed to their family. Instead, they would be mailed to the elder together, telling him of heroic deeds that didn't exist. All the glory was given to the elder's child.
"Just like that, the elder was proud when he was alive. He was proud of his child, and wherever he went, he would say how impressive his child was.
Even when the elder passed away peacefully, he didn't know that his child had long passed away. However, when the elder left, he had a smile on his face. Furthermore, there was only one sentence in his will: "I was extremely happy on the last journey of my life. Although my child can't return, I know that more people can return home to accompany their families in peace. I don't need his company because he has always been by my side. I can see him, and he can see me … "
With that said, Fangzheng paused slightly and asked, "Do you think the lies told by those soldiers were right or wrong?"
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