SWNOVELXO Chapter 897 Chapter 898: The Art of Acquiring Wealth with Pure Six Senses
897 Chapter 898: The Art of Acquiring Wealth with Pure Six Senses
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"This benefactor is truly gifted with exceptional talent, to think that on Salvation Island, one could encounter such a young master, truly a fortuitous coincidence,"
Monk Ming Dao seized the opportunity to come over, saying cheerfully.
"May I ask who the master is?"
Li Xiaobai inquired.
"Amitabha, this humble monk is Ming Dao. I have yet to ask for the benefactor's honored surname and esteemed name."
Ming Dao spoke.
"My name is Li Xiaobai,"
Li Xiaobai replied.
"A good name for a benefactor,"
Ming Dao said, nodding, but then he seemed to have thought of something, his eyes couldn't help but widen: "Is the benefactor Li Xiaobai, the very one who topped the Human Immortal Ranking List?"
"Indeed, it is I."
"Amitabha, fortunate to meet a young talent, truly a blessing of three lifetimes!"
Ming Dao's face was full of smiles. Li Xiaobai's great name was known to him like a thunderclap, a figure who had stirred the wind and clouds on the Eastern Continent, whose news he had often heard these past few days.
Ming De, standing aside, watched the two of them converse so happily, and a surge of righteous anger involuntarily rose in his heart. Li Xiaobai was the one he had found; how could he tolerate another monk stepping in?
"Master Li's visit here is for traveling to the Western Continent. If you do not mind, you may follow this humble monk later. My temple is located on the edge of the Western Continent, also near the coast. It indeed makes a good resting place."
Monk Ming De stated.
"Indeed, although my Golden Light Temple is not large, it triumphs in tranquility, free from the disturbances of the mortal world, certainly a good place for quiet cultivation,"
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Monk Ming Dao also said, smiling faintly, with an air of a host, which made Ming De even more displeased. The two of them came from the same Sect but did not get along; even within the Buddhist Sect, there were plots and schemes, and perhaps even more so than in other Sects. Because the Buddhist Sect is considered a place of goodness and a land of peace, any actions must be carried out in secret, creating a nature crafty as a serpent.
"Hehe, then I will have to trouble the two masters,"
Li Xiaobai clasped his fists and bowed, chuckling, appearing just like an inexperienced proud youth. This behavior was typical of geniuses; though gifted with exceptional cultivation, they often lacked worldly experience, making them ideal prey for the seasoned veterans of the Cultivation World.
Clearly, these two monks already considered him to be their prey.
It was at this moment that the surrounding cultivators slowly opened their eyes, the sound of the conversation among the few bringing them back to their senses. However, the influence of the Six Syllable Mantra had not yet faded, and everyone was still immersed in a mindset of purity of the six senses, their eyes somewhat hazy.
"This Six Syllable Mantra is truly miraculous, just six words and it allowed me to comprehend the path. Many thanks to Master Ming De for the enlightenment!"
"Indeed, I have come to realize how rash and arrogant I was in my younger days, having made many mistakes which have led to suffering beyond repair. However, I will learn about Causality and try to make amends as much as possible."
The cultivators' minds were filled with countless thoughts, as if they were viewers judging their own lives, gaining significant insights.
Observing the comportment of the cultivators, Ming De and Ming Dao's eyes flashed with a subtle smile that went unnoticed.
Ming De brought his hands together in a gesture of compassion and said slowly, "Amitabha, all of you have a connection with our Buddhist Sect. Being able to enlighten you today is a divine fate already determined by Buddha. You are all meant to receive this blessing in your lives. Regretfully, this humble monk's limited cultivation cannot entirely cleanse your Six Roots, and I hope the benefactors do not blame this humble monk for this."
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"How could that be, Master? Your Buddhist Law is so profound that we can hardly catch up with you. To be enlightened by you, we are grateful and cannot thank you enough!"
"Yes, yes, when the day comes, we must go to the Golden Light Temple on the Western Continent to fulfill our vows and thank Master Ming De for our enlightenment!"
After hearing Ming De's words, all the cultivators showed a flattered and surprised expression, with utmost respect and devotion on their faces. They each took out their Storage Bags, handing over most of their possessions to Ming De, expressing their tearful gratitude. Ergouzi, standing beside them with eyes brimming with eagerness, regrettably couldn't get involved since it was all meant for Ming De.
"This... one should not accept rewards without providing services. Accepting your money would be cutting short this poor monk's lifespan, wouldn't it?"
Ming De repeatedly waved his hands and feigned refusal, but the more enthusiastic the cultivators became, the more insistently they stuffed their Storage Bags into his hands, as if they would fight if he didn't take their money. After a show of initial resistance, Ming De eventually accepted all the Storage Bags into his Dantian.
"Consider these resources as being entrusted with this poor monk. Should any of you encounter difficulties in the future, this poor monk will return your share to help resolve them,"
Ming De sighed and lamented. Although he had accepted the money, he still put on a reluctant and aggrieved face, which made the crowd feel even more grateful.
"Master Ming De truly has the heart of a Bodhisattva!"
"Yes, this is a true Buddhist monk. Thanks to the master's enlightenment, today I finally understand what Buddha truly is!"
"You are a Living Buddha yourself!"
Li Xiaobai watched, dumbfounded, as nearly everyone at the scene handed over their Storage Bags. The monk collected money from as many cultivators as there were, making a fortune by being a monk in these days.
He noticed that after listening to the Six Syllable Mantra, whether Buddhist monks or ordinary cultivators, all had a look of fervor and reverence on their faces. They treated Ming De like a deity. Something stirred in his mind; it seemed that the Six Syllable Mantra wasn't just a simple tool for cleansing the spirits and aiding in enlightenment. Those covered by the six rays of light seemed to be indoctrinated, obeying Ming De's every word and readily handing over most of their wealth with a simple suggestion.
This method of accumulating wealth was incredibly effective.
"Damn, that's too profitable, even faster than robbery! Just by moving his lips, thousands willingly give up their money. If I had such a skill, I would recite the Six Syllable Mantra daily, chanting wherever I go, and my fortune would overflow,"
"Ergouzi has profound merits; it should be able to learn the Six Syllable Mantra. Next time I see it, I'll ask about it. If I could master that technique, I'd never have to worry about food or clothes again,"
Li Xiaobai muttered to himself, the smoke from his mouth dispersing with the wind, lingering near the noses of the nearby cultivators.
Ming De and Ming Dao could not help but sniff. In an instant, they felt their Spiritual Platforms clear up. The previously obscure parts of the Buddhist scriptures seemed crystal clear, and their understanding of the Buddhist Law reached a new level in a moment. They exchanged glances, each seeing the astonishment in the other's eyes. What was this substance that could temporarily elevate a cultivator's comprehension?
"Hmm? Masters, what is this fragrance that is so effective?"
"Indeed, but why did I give so many resources to you both just now?"
"I gave away nearly half of what I had. Thinking about it now, even if I feel grateful to Master Ming De, there's no need to give away that much, right?"
The cultivators asked about the scent of the Huazi, and their eyes gradually cleared up, all stunned as they recalled the unreasonable scene that had just unfolded.
But the most shocked were Ming De and Ming Dao. If the thought of Huazi enhancing wisdom was astonishing, the current scene was enough to send shockwaves through their hearts.
The smoke emitted from Li Xiaobai's mouth was able to wake up the cultivators who had entered the state of 'purity of the six senses'!