Chapter 240 – Kong Lis Gift! (2/2)
The old keeper was a little taken aback, then instantly understood master's mind. “With Lady's care, they are obviously well provided for.”
“Hmm, there's that little girl——Li s.h.i.+nian, who is said to be a clever child. Lu Tianyu even acknowledged defeat?”
“You also know about young master Tianyu's temperament, he looks harmless, but his knife is sharp and efficient. During this period he has been planning on bullying the girl, but he had no idea that the girl is the upgraded version of himself. As a result, he has suffered many losses——It is said that young master Tianyue runs and hides whenever he see her now. It seems he's scared of her more than Miss Qiji.”
Lu Xingkong burst into hearty laughter. “Adversity creates talents. Only after real contact with life and going through years of challenging experiences, one would really be able to 'change according to the situation'——This little girl is very interesting, I would like to meet her.”
The old butler nodded. “It is very interesting. In just a few days of time, everyone in the mansion already likes her. Many people especially seek her out to chat with her. Whoever sees her would call her Miss, no one treats her as a servant's child——”
Lu Xingkong nodded. “That's good. Don't let this girl suffer anymore.”
“Yes. Master.” The butler promised——
Heart Garden, Kong Li's little courtyard.
Because Xiahou Qianbai's place was called 'Medicine Cottage', so not wanting to be outdone, Kong Li custom-made a plaque at the doorway and personally wrote two words: 'Heart Garden'.
Putting aside who is the best teacher of Starry Sky for the moment, or the most handsome man in Starry Sky, at least they knew they could not be weaker than the other side in style. Otherwise, how could they have the face to meet people?
Li Muyang was at the door of Heart Garden. When he noticed the door was opened, and inside the courtyard was incense smoke curling up in spirals, a soft chanting voice resounded in his ears. It instantly purified his mind and was extremely comfortable to hear.
“This is the power of the Buddhist sutra.” Li Muyang thought. “Since ancient times, Buddhism and Taoism have been rivals. Countless geniuses have emerged in Buddhism and Taoism and countless strong people of starry sky have been created. It can be said that Buddhism and Taoism are the two unscalable peaks in the world, the most powerful existences in the world. Even the rapidly expanded Changbai Sword Sect and the various fierce sword schools, are only juniors to them, and not comparable at all.”
“To cultivate both Buddhism and Taoism is very hard, but, as long as I could persist, defy hards.h.i.+p, I can master their strong powers. When I've done that——who the h.e.l.l wants to slay a dragon? Who the h.e.l.l dares to kill me?”
With this thought, Li Muyang's manner grew more humble and courteous, standing in the courtyard, he softly called, “Is Master Kong in?”
“Come in.” The chanting sound ceased and the voice of Kong Li echoed over.
When Li Muyang went in, Kong Li was seen sitting in a meditation posture on a praying mat and drinking tea.
Kong Li placed down the teacup and motioned Li Muyang to sit on the opposite side of the meditation mat. “It is evening cla.s.s time, you can't slack off even for a day.”
“Only extraordinary people can make extraordinary achievements. Master Kong the reason you could achieve the success that you have today, you not only relied on rare talent, but also diligence and hard work.”
“That's true.” Kong Li nodded in agreement. “The world regards talent as the most important, but just how many talented people exist in this world? How many people can keep their hearts and fight their way out of encirclement? It is gratifying to have talent, but to persist for decades to do the same thing, not lax, not resort to trickery, solid foundation, and learn the profound teachings of the Buddha. Through this, one can s.h.i.+ne throughout the starry sky and achieve supreme fame.”
Li Muyang bowed, accepting his teachings. “Student understand.”
Kong Li raised a hand, beckoning Li Muyang to get up. “What do you think about that matter? You've a desire to cultivate both Buddhism and Taoism and I also intend to accept you as a disciple. However, this kind of thing depends on fate, and whether our minds are in sync. It can't be forced at all.”
Li Muyang again bowed down and spoke in a loud, clear voice. “Li Muyang is willing to become a formal disciple of Master Kong, serve and learn from master.”
Kong Li nodded. “Well, I will temporarily accept you as an official disciple, until you have the free time to accompany me to the monastery, then we will formally set the relation of Master and disciple and have the ceremony to acknowledge me as Master————Our Buddhism is more traditional, unlike some people that so casually and confusedly accept disciple as they please.”
“——Thank you Master Kong”. Li Muyang bowed again.
Kong Li nodded. “Customs can be exempted. Let's talk about some practical questions.”
Kong Li stared at Li Muyang with a glint in his eyes, whispering: “What do you want as a gift of becoming my disciple?”
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