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The monk was enraged and asked, ”Why is fellow Taoist not being an elder there?”
Farmer said, ”I was sent out by Reverend to look for Monk Yuan Ming. How would I have the time to stay and be an Elder? I've been out for almost a month and have just chased Yuan Ming here. At the Spirit Rock Temple, I heard he left with a big monk. Drinking water, I was about to go after him. If it were not for those little Shamei of the Ci En Temple pestering me, I would have caught up with Yuan Ming long ago. ”
The monk was pleasantly surprised, ”I have been with Yuan Ming for the past few days. The big monk that the Spirit Rock Temple people were talking about was me. As Yuan Ming and I were about to part, he told me to go back to Dai Zong Fang. You don't have to worry. You can find him once you get there. ” When Fa Ming heard this, he was happy. ”That's good then. I can find him before the sky turns dark.”
The monk was determined to become an elder and asked, ”Fellow Taoist, regarding the matter of becoming an elder, do you think I can go without any proof? You are their new Elder, if I were to go, they would definitely not recognize me. You'd better let me bring the note. ” When Fa Ming heard this, he borrowed a pen and paper from the shop assistant and wrote a letter. He handed the letter to the shop assistant and said, ”Go there and hand the letter to monk De Guang. Naturally, he will support you.” The monk was overjoyed as he received the letter. The waiter brought a serving of food for the monk to eat. Farmer paid for him.
The two of them drank tea as they chatted. The monk said, ”I was hungry and came here to eat. That's why I separated with Yuan Ming. He's run out of money, or else he's here too. ” Farmer laughed, ”Now that I know where he is, I'm not in a hurry anymore. The fact that we were unable to meet here is also fate, which is why we didn't meet on the road. ”
The monk continued, ”How can Japanese people bully others? You want to extort money out of nothing? ” ”Now the Japanese have taken over Jiaodong, bringing with them some of the most vicious and cruel of wave people,” he said. They rob around. When they saw the old and the little, they went to bully them. If you go there, they might not dare to bully you anymore. ”
The monk said, ”Fellow Taoist, don't look at me as poor as a pauper. You can rest assured. I went there. There was nothing to fear from eight of them coming back. He had words to say, and I had words to say. What right did he have to pay him silver coins every month!? He said that in the martial competition, I will not let my disciples suffer any grievances when we compete against each other. What's so special about a few prodigal people? Defeating them won't take too much effort for me. ” When Fa Ming heard this, he became even happier and said, ”That's good!” With you there, Fellow Daoist, I can be at ease. ”
The monk continued, ”After I got there, I taught all of my martial arts to my disciples. In a few years, whether it was a short fight or a short fight, they would all be able to master the art of martial arts and produce a head. Let the Tzu En Temple prosper, and no one dares to bully it. ”
After the two of them finished their tea, the monk pointed to the path and said, ”Go chase after Yuan Ming. You can go from here. ”If you can't use Dusk, you'll be there.” Farmer said, ”Along the way, I figured out Yuan Ming's temperament. He loves sightseeing. Mt. Tai is clear and beautiful, and has always been a tourist attraction. He won't be able to walk if he doesn't swim enough. ” The two of them clasped their hands and said their goodbyes. The monk was not mentioned when he went to be the abbot of the Tzu En Temple.
However, his words revealed the village and he rushed to Grandmaster Dai. He was in a good mood as he walked along the road, enjoying the scenery. They traversed the mountains until it was dusk and arrived at Grandmaster Dai.
Grandmaster Dai was a luxurious building with a wide area, as if it was a small city. The left and right pool and the right stream supported it, while the back had the mountains to rely on. Dazang Ridge, Pangang Ridge, Phoenix Ridge, Back to Ma Ling, Ling Ling Embroidery; Lotus Peak, Sun Viewing Peak, Moon Viewing Peak, Jade Emperor Peak, the peak is immeasurably high and steep. Listening to the gurgling of the stream, the forest was filled with incessant chattering. Endless scenery, endless fun.
Farmer walked into the mountain gate and looked up. A young monk had just come in from outside the door and was examining the building behind him. He saw that Fa Ming was dressed neatly and had an unusual appearance. He walked with steady steps and was looking at the building before him. The young monk thought that the noble guest had arrived.
Master: ”Are you here to visit the temple? ”Please take a seat inside.” ”I am on my way to the temple,” said Farmer. Please inform the abbot elder. ” The little monk said, ”Master, you don't have to be so polite. I serve the abbot. Please come with me. ” Farmin followed him into the abbot's Zen hall, where he saw the abbot sitting on a prayer mat with his eyes closed, meditating without a word. His silver beard hung down to his chest, and his appearance was dignified. He looked to be around eighty to ninety years old.
Farmer was impressed. The young monk approached him and whispered, ”Abbot, an esteemed monk has come to visit.” The abbot opened his eyes, saw Farmer, and immediately stood up. Fa Ming bowed and said, ”Teacher, I'll be troubling you!”
The abbot returned the greeting, ”Where does this High Monk come from? ”What's your name?” ”The poor monk is the guardian of the temple in Beijing,” he said. I'm here to pay a visit to teacher. ”
When the abbot heard Fa Ming, he exclaimed in joy, ”Oh, I've long heard of this old monk. I'm very sorry to have to welcome you!” He hurriedly sat down and ordered people to bring him some good tea.
The two of them sat down, and the abbot said, ”Every day when the mountain gates open, there will always be famous people, distinguished officials, high officials, high monks, and High Priests who come in succession. The old monk was overwhelmed. Therefore, when the High Monk came, my little Monk did not report first. ”You're really slow.” Fa Ming said, ”Teacher, there's no need to be so polite.” As a monk, I don't care about the outside world. Teacher has already treated me very warmly. ”