Chapter 455: Accept a disciple and get Lingshan!
The Bodhi tree spirit is originally a species of wisdom, otherwise it would be impossible for it to help others become enlightened. Its own comprehension is also very deep. In just a moment, it comprehended one level of the Tiangang Big Dipper Formation.
The huge Bodhi tree began to tremble all over, and its leaves made the sound of swords. The ticking sound lasted for a long time before it slowly stopped. As soon as it stopped, the Bodhi tree spirit asked anxiously, "What do you want in exchange for giving me the entire Tiangang Beidou Formation?"
Xin Zhen shook his head decisively and said, "It's not me who is holding Qiao, so I really can't pass it on."
The Bodhi tree spirit said, "No, there must be a way, right? I know that humans always say one thing and mean another, and always want something.
They are said to be rules and regulations, but the more they prohibit something, the more they like to do it.
Just like the monks in Lingshan Temple, their rules and regulations state that they cannot lie, eat meat, drink alcohol, or have sex with women, but the more they are prohibited, the more they do it.
You said no, but you didn't tell me what you wanted. As long as I can give you what you want, nothing is impossible."
Xin Zhen couldn't help but be surprised. He felt that this Bodhi tree spirit was indeed a naturally intelligent species. It had studied humans very deeply. Humans were so strange. The more they did forbidden things, the happier they felt. On the contrary, they did not cherish things that were within their reach.
The Bodhi tree spirit saw Xin Zhen's expression and said proudly, "I was right, wasn't I? Tell me what you want."
Xin Zhen shook his head and said, "If you are not a member of the Huashan Sword Sect, you are not allowed to pass on the Tiangang Beidou Formation. This is the sect's ancestral precept and cannot be changed."
The Bodhi tree spirit said, "I understand. You want me to become your disciple and serve you in the future. I agree. I am willing to be your disciple."
Xin Zhen looked at the Bodhi tree spirit and said, "I think you understand what it means to become a disciple."
The Bodhi tree spirit said, "Once a teacher, always a father. I understand what it means. Joining the sect means sharing life and death with the sect. I also know what it means."
Xin Zhen looked at the Bodhi tree spirit and said, "Is it worth it for a set of skills?"
The Bodhi tree spirit asked, "You agree, don't you?"
Xin Zhen pondered for a moment and said, "Although you are a monster, if you become my disciple, I will treat you equally. This equality means not only the treatment you receive, but also the responsibilities you should bear. If you evade your responsibilities and do things that harm the sect, I will take your life. You must think carefully."
The Bodhi tree shook and transformed into a frivolous young monk. He knelt down in front of Xin Zhen and said loudly, "I have made up my mind. I am here to meet you, Master. Please be merciful to me in the future."
Xin Zhen laughed when he heard this and said, "I still want to ask you, is it worth it?"
The Bodhi tree spirit laughed and said, "Master, you don't know that after I became enlightened, I was trembling with fear in heaven, fearing that one day someone would dig me up by the roots. Now I am lucky to have Master take me in.
My master is obviously a rare talent. Although he doesn't have many helpers around him now, they all have their own strengths and can be said to be elite soldiers and brave generals. Therefore, the Huashan Sword Sect will surely be extraordinary in the future. Isn't it my luck that I can join it?
In addition, this Tiangang Big Dipper Formation is very suitable for my talents. My talents are illusion and formation, and I am particularly good at complex calculations. The characteristics of this Tiangang Big Dipper Formation are exactly like this. Therefore, once I have cultivated this sword formation and used it, the combat power will certainly be terrifying.
Of course, all of the above are secondary. The most important thing is that you and I hit it off right away. You were born to be my master, and I was born to be your disciple!"
Xin Zhen looked at the handsome monk with a pair of peach blossom eyes that kept rolling around, and couldn't help but laugh: "You have such a volatile personality, you will definitely cause trouble for me in the future, so forget it."
The Bodhi tree spirit cried out, "Don't worry, Master. You have already accepted me. You cannot go back on your word. Once a teacher, always a father. If you don't acknowledge me as your disciple, then I will just call you dad."
Xin Zhen: “…”
Xiao Feng, Fan Jie and others all laughed.
Xin Zhen said helplessly: "Do you have a name?"
The Bodhi tree spirit shook his head and said, "I don't have a name. Master, please give me one."
Xin Zhen thought for a moment and said, "You are a bodhi tree, so you should use Pu as your surname. You are naturally unrestrained, so you should be more restrained. So you should use Shu as your name. You should be called Pu Shu."
"Pu Shu, Pu Shu..." The Bodhi tree spirit muttered a few words, and said: "...Strange, this name sounds like it can be used for singing. OK, Master, from now on I will be called Pu Shu." Xin Zhen didn't know what nonsense the Bodhi tree spirit was talking about, so he just let him go and said, "That's it."
Since Pu Shu has entered the sect, Lingshan has become his place. The advantage of Lingshan over Huqiu Mountain is that the buildings here are ownerless. The original monks of Lingshan Temple were killed by Pu Shu, and the entire huge Lingshan is empty.
Xin Zhen and others went in to take a look. The place was very large, with many buildings. There was the Lingshan Brahma Palace, which combined Chinese Buddhist grotto art and traditional Buddhist architectural elements, with a total area of 75 acres.
The main building is divided into two parts, the south area and the north area. The five tower tops on the outside are designed and decorated according to the prototype of the "Hua Tower" in the Dunhuang murals: inside there are tall columns, large-span beams and columns, towering domes, and extra-large halls. Each space is independent and interconnected, consisting of a foyer, corridor hall, tower hall, altar, etc.
There is also the Five-Seal Mandala, which covers an area of nearly ten acres and is nearly ten meters long with a total of six floors. Its appearance is solemn and splendid, with a dazzling golden roof, a huge gilded vase, eye-catching sutra pillars and prayer flags complementing each other, highlighting the charming style of Tibetan ancient architecture; its interior is holy and gorgeous, fully integrating Tibetan decorative techniques such as painting, murals, wood carvings, thangkas, wall decorations, and gold plating, beautifully displaying the unique mandala art.
Previously, the monks mainly lived in the thousand-year-old Xiangfu Temple, which was first built during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. Historically, the temple was very popular and produced many eminent monks. It is known as "the mountain is connected to the Jiuling Mountain, and the Dharma continues to Ci'en". According to legend, the Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang once visited this place and named it "Xiaoling Mountain" because he saw that the main peak behind the temple was quite similar to the Lingjiu Mountain where he went to the West to obtain Buddhist scriptures.
Xin Zhen was very satisfied after seeing it. Although these buildings had not been inhabited for some time and were covered with dust and looked a bit shabby, they could be restored to their original splendor with a little cleaning.
Although this style belongs to Buddhism and is somewhat inconsistent with the Taoist background of Huashan, Xin Zhen does not care too much about it. He only needs to clear out the Buddha statues and the like inside, and there is no need to even put up Taoist statues. After all, Huashan Sect is a secular sect with Taoist background, but its actions are actually closer to Confucianism. It does not care about these things, and will slowly clean them up after the sect becomes stronger in the future.
The sudden collapse of Longhu Mountain was indeed bad news for Xin Zhen, and all his plans had to be changed, but in a way, it might be a good thing.
It is true that one can take advantage of the situation by acting under the name of Mount Longhu, but the borrowed momentum also has the causes and effects brought about by Mount Longhu.
Let's not talk about the grudges with the Dragon Clan. After all, he and the Dragon Clan are now irreconcilable. However, if he does not use the name of Longhu Mountain, he can avoid a lot of trouble. Those big inheritances that covet the East Road of Jiangnan will not deliberately attack a newly established small sect.
Therefore, by establishing a foothold here under the name of Huashan Sword Sect, we only need to deal with the revenge of the dragon clan, and the other inheritances will not interfere.
Moreover, the weight of Huashan Sect in Xin Zhen's mind is different. No matter which world he travels to, he will establish a Huashan Sect and pass on the heritage of Huashan Sect. This world of Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio is no exception. Even if Longhu Mountain does not fall apart, he will find an opportunity to pass on the heritage of Huashan Sect in the future.
Now that this has happened, it saves me a lot of effort. I might as well just establish the reputation of the Huashan Sect.
Xin Zhen was very satisfied, and Xiao Feng and others were also very satisfied.
Xiao Feng said happily: "It's good here. Lingshan is close to Taihu Lake. I can come here anytime."
Xin Zhen smiled and said, "That's right. From now on, Brother Xiao can come up anytime he wants to drink."
The two smiled at each other.
Fan Jie was somewhat puzzled about the Huashan Sect, and asked Xin Zhen, "What kind of inheritance is this Huashan Sect? Is it the inheritance of your martial arts?"
Xin Zhen nodded and said, "Yes, my martial arts heritage comes from the Huashan Sect. I originally thought that the Huashan Sect's heritage was just for ordinary martial artists, but as I became more and more proficient in cultivation, I discovered that its skills are actually the same as those of ordinary practitioners.
I originally wanted to use the name of Longhu Mountain to do something, but I didn't expect to encounter such a change. It would be better to simply establish the inheritance of Huashan Sect and train disciples myself, which will also be a foundation for the future."
Upon hearing this, Fan Jie nodded repeatedly and said with a smile, "That's good. I was originally worried that you would be depressed because of the sudden collapse of Longhu Mountain. Starting your own business is actually a good choice. Although you have to start from a young age, you will reap the rewards one day."
Fan Jie looked at the four friends of Meizhuang and said, "Everyone has seen the current situation. Jin'er can no longer rely on the reputation of Longhu Mountain. If you feel that Huashan Sect is just established and is not enough to start a business, then you can find other ways on your own. Jin'er and I will understand your choice."
Dan Qingsheng was furious when he heard this: "Fan Jie, what do you mean by this? Are we four brothers the kind of people who betray our master? Did we come here just for the reputation of Longhu Mountain? Don't you think too little of us?"
Huang Zhonggong was not angry when he heard what Fan Jie said, but nodded repeatedly after hearing what Dan Qingsheng said, and then said: "In the beginning, we did not come here for the reputation of Longhu Mountain, but for Mr. Fan.
We all believe in Mr. Fan's judgment. Mr. Fan dared to marry his daughter to you and even came to help you personally. Mr. Fan is so selfless. If we still don't understand, then we are completely blind. "
(End of this chapter)