A High Monk Who Had Attained the Dao

Although his attempt to temper his state of mind had failed, Shichan was a high monk who had attained the Dao and mastered Buddhist teachings. He wasn't discouraged.

"There's no need for you two senior brothers to worry about me breaking my vows."

"The path of cultivation is fraught with difficulties. How could it possibly be smooth sailing, without a single ripple? Failure is inevitable."

"It's only through failure that we learn to treasure how hard-won success is."

"Only after experiencing the pleasure of indulging one's carnal desires will my state of mind become all the more unshakable once I've tempered it successfully."

"...But what will you do if Master Jiesha finds out you broke your vows?"

"Only the three of us know about this. Buddhist monks do not tell lies, but the two of you aren't monks. If my master asks, please lie for me."

Lu Yang gestured for Shichan to stop standing around and sit down for a drink. "What if Master Jiesha asks you?"

At that, Shichan's expression shifted slightly. He recalled the consequences of his master finding out, then suddenly relaxed again. "In that case, I have no choice but to practice the Silent Vow."

Lu Yang: "..."

As expected of a high monk who had attained the Dao. He'd thought everything through.

Meng Jingzhou gazed at fellow Daoist Shichan with a plaintive look.

It was one thing for the Ancient Pure Yang Immortal Physique to have a girlfriend, but now even monks could visit brothels?

So I was the only unlucky one left?

"Buddha said that when you fall, you must rise from where you fell. Since I failed today, I'll earn some money and fight again another day. I plan to stay in this city for a few days. What do you two senior