bookcurios Chapter 344 Teaching the Dharma
Chapter 344 Teaching the Dharma
After a while, Zhunti took a step forward, looked at Luo Shu with deep eyes, and said slowly:
"My friend Luo Shu, don't rush to refuse. You should know that there are thousands of ways, each of which is a path. The eight hundred ways that my Western Sect practices are even more profound and contain endless wisdom and mysteries."
"If you join my Western Religion, I will teach you everything I know, and pass on the essence of these eight hundred methods to you one by one. With your talent and background, you will surely understand the true meaning of the Great Dao and achieve the supreme Dao fruit in time."
At this point, a barely perceptible gleam flashed across Zhunti's eyes. He continued, his words full of sincerity and temptation:
“Therefore, I think that you, little friend Luo Shu, can give me a chance to join my Western Religion and follow us to explore more profound Taoism.”
Luo Shu listened quietly to the words of Zhunti Taoist, thinking in his heart:
"As expected of Zhunti, his means of bewitching people are truly extraordinary. With his words, he seems to be able to turn black into white, making the listeners involuntarily fall into the illusion he has woven."
"But, speaking of which, how can he have the nerve to compare eight hundred unorthodox techniques with three thousand great ways?"
Although Luo Shu had thousands of doubts in his heart, he did not show it on his face.
In the end, he came to the conclusion that the two saints in the West were extremely shameless. In order to achieve their goals, they really did everything they could.
However, Luo Shu also knew that the purpose of his stay with the two Western saints was nothing more than to let the disciples of the Western religion enter the calamity of conferring gods.
By then, if planned properly, some of the places on the List of Gods could be given to Western disciples.
"Saint Zhunti, your words are too kind," Luo Shu finally spoke. Although his voice was soft, every word was sonorous and powerful, and his face maintained a respectful look. "I am very happy that you think highly of me, but..."
There was a hint of hesitation in Luo Shu's words, which made Jie Yin and Zhunti curious. They looked at each other, secretly wondering what Luo Shu was hiding.
Luo Shu took a deep breath, as if to let out all the worries in his heart. He said slowly:
"I actually have some ideas in my mind, but I don't know whether I should express them or not."
Zhunti Taoist smiled slightly, that smile was full of kindness and encouragement:
"Young friend Luo Shu, if you have anything to say, please speak up. Perhaps we can help you."
The Taoist Jie Yin nodded slightly and echoed, "In front of us, you can speak freely, don't be restrained."
Hearing this, Luo Shu pretended to be grateful. After sorting out his thoughts, he took a deep breath and said loudly:
"In that case, I will speak my mind freely. I hope the two saints will not blame me."
"You two saints may not know that I have always been yearning for the Taoism practiced by the Western religion. The endless wisdom and profound philosophy have always fascinated me."
“Sometimes, I even lament why I am not a Western disciple who can personally experience the endless mysteries.”
At this point, Luo Shu paused for a moment, as if he was recalling the longing in his heart. However, he quickly continued, with a hint of helplessness and struggle in his voice:
"However, I am already a disciple of Jiejiao, and I bear the heavy responsibility of my master. If I switch to being a disciple of the two saints, I am afraid that I will be despised by the world, and even more afraid of being blamed by the elders of my master."
"This contradiction and struggle has always troubled me, making it difficult for me to make a decision. Today, I am grateful to the two saints for extending an olive branch to me, which makes me ecstatic."
"I know very well that this is a rare opportunity. If I hadn't been so worried and anxious, I would have become a disciple of the Western Sect."
When Jie Yin and Zhunti heard this, a hint of joy flashed in their eyes. They had never expected that Luo Shu would be so fascinated by the Western Land.
After all, in the ancient times, everyone knew that the land in the West was barren and resource-poor, and the disciples were of mediocre qualifications.
Therefore, the creatures in the East were terrified when they heard about the West, as if if they set foot in the West, they would have to endure endless suffering and torture.
Although Jie Yin and Zhunti were unwilling to admit that the Western Land was a barren place, it was indeed so compared to the Eastern Land, and this was an undeniable fact.
Therefore, when Luoshu expressed his wish to switch to the Western religion, Jie Yin and Zhunti couldn't help but feel a little surprised and proud.
They knew that it was rare for Luoshu, as a third-generation disciple of the Jie Religion, to have such foresight and such a strong interest in the Western Religion.
This is not only a recognition of the two brothers, but also an affirmation of Western Taoism.
This made Jie Yin and Zhunti full of admiration and expectations for the Luoshu.
Zhunti had a benevolent look on his face and looked at Luoshu with a friendly gaze. He spoke slowly, his voice gentle and deep, like a spring breeze that warms people's hearts.
"I am really pleased that my friend Luo Shu has such a heart. I remember when I first met you, I felt that you have an extraordinary temperament and have an indissoluble bond with my Western Religion."
"Now I see that it is indeed true. Your pursuit and persistence in the Dao is exactly the spirit advocated by my Western religion."
When Master Zhunti said this, he paused for a moment, his eyes gleaming with wisdom, as if he was considering his next words, wanting to express his thoughts perfectly.
"Since you have this intention, and I have this intention, why not follow the will of heaven and make a good story? Today, you will become my disciple and become a member of our Western Religion."
"With your qualifications and potential, I believe that you will be able to swim freely in the ocean of Western Taoism and comprehend the deeper truth of Taoism."
Hearing this, Jie Yin Taoist was also filled with an indescribable excitement. He knew very well that Luo Shu was very powerful, and even the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect could not get any advantage from him.
If the Luoshu can be incorporated into Western religion, it will not only greatly enhance the overall strength of Western religion, but also enhance the fortune of Western religion, killing two birds with one stone.
"Junior brother, what you said is absolutely right." The Taoist Jie Yin said in a deep voice, "My dear friend Luo Shu, we all see your strength and potential."
"If you are willing to join our Western Sect, this master and I will teach you everything we know and help you understand the true meaning of Taoism as soon as possible. Moreover, with your qualifications and strength, you are fully qualified to take on the position of the Western Sect's eldest senior brother."
As Luo Shu listened to what Jie Yin and Zhunti said, a subtle hint of profound meaning flashed in his eyes.
He had not expected that the two saints of the West wanted him to join the Western Religion so much that they were even willing to give him the position of the eldest senior brother of the Western Religion.
However, Luo Shu thought about it and realized that this was understandable. After all, his own cultivation level was there, and his strength even crushed the twelve golden immortals of the Chan Sect.
"Thank you for your appreciation and invitation, both saints." Luo Shu bowed respectfully, with a hint of hesitation and concern in his voice, "It's just that although I yearn for Taoism in my heart, I feel that I am powerless."
"Now is the time of the catastrophe, the world is changing rapidly, if we are not careful, we may fall into an irretrievable situation. It is difficult for me to make a decision at this moment, I hope the two saints will understand."
When Zhunti heard this, his expression remained kind, and his eyes revealed understanding and tolerance. He smiled gently, and his voice was gentle but firm:
"My dear friend Luo Shu, I understand your concerns. In this case, I can teach you the Tao first, and you can comprehend it first."
"When the calamity is over, you will still be the eldest senior brother of the Western Sect."
"As for, during the calamity, if you need anything, my friend Luo Shu, all the disciples of my Western Sect can help you."
As the Taoist Zhunti finished speaking, he slowly stretched out his right hand, palm facing up, and waved it lightly.
Suddenly, a brilliant golden light flew out from his palm, turned into a stream of light, and entered Luoshu's sea of consciousness.