Master Yuming landed and stared blankly at Li Su, somewhat dazed.
No kidding, he really was a bit dazed, the kind of dazed that makes you question the meaning of life.
What did he just see?
Buddha Land!
What is the most praised aspect of the Pure Land Sect among practitioners? It is the Buddha Land!
When ten thousand monks simultaneously recited the Amitabha Sutra, a Buddha Land opened above the Pure Land Sect, filled with radiant Buddha light and precious radiance. Water of the eight virtues was sprinkled down, and five hundred Arhats and three thousand Bhikkhunis sat within it.
The moment the Buddha Land appeared, the entire Jiujiang could feel it, as if it had transformed into a pure land, and demons and monsters vanished instantly.
Nowadays, in the Central Plains, the only place where you can say there's absolutely no trace of demons is the Pure Land Sect.
Their over-the-top approach was absolutely absurd; it was just a bunch of people chanting scriptures, yet it produced that kind of effect.
Although Dragon Tiger Mountain scoffed at this, believing that cultivation is about self-cultivation and what good is Buddha Land created by ten thousand people? If someone is alone and encounters someone from Dragon Tiger Mountain, there is only one outcome: instant death.
And the result? The damn result is here!
A monk in his early twenties, ruling over Buddha Land —it all seems like a private version.
Ah Buddha Land.
Damn it, this is Buddha Land!
The fundamental teachings of the Pure Land Sect? What a joke!!!
Is this guy even human? He's fucking human?
grass!
Master Yuming was extremely jealous.
He always believed that there were no more than two or three masters in the world who were on par with him, and no one who could surpass him.
As a result, his face slapped repeatedly and became swollen.
"You took care of her so easily?" At this moment, Li Shi spoke up. As always, the young man unleashed his full taunting skills, but this time it wasn't directed at Li Su, but at Master Yuming.
Yes, it's really simple in the eyes of ordinary people.
Li Su raised his hand and grabbed, and the ferocious dog demon vanished without a trace, leaving only a mournful wail like that of someone on their deathbed.
Therefore, it's very simple.
Upon seeing this result, Li Shi was immediately displeased. He had assumed those rogue cultivators would resort to such tactics, but he hadn't expected the prestigious Dragon Tiger Mountain to behave this way.
It caused an earthquake, the backyard was even blasted by thunder, and this is all?
Li Shi was undoubtedly a playboy, and he said whatever came to mind, " Master Yuming, if it weren't difficult, there would be no need for such a grand display. He wouldn't go back on his word just because it's easy to solve."
Such a commotion! They even invited the patriarch, and this is all they got? This is so outdated! It seems they really have to invite both monks and Daoists; they're natural enemies. If they dare to show off, the master doesn't even need to say anything; they'll just start attacking each other.
Master Yuming's veins bulged. "This brat, can't he even speak properly?"
Simple? How dare they call it simple?
That's Buddha Land! Do you even know Pure Land Buddha Kingdom is? How many kinds of supernatural powers are there there?
Three thousand nuns, five hundred Arhats, the Eight Merits Water, and Immeasurable Light—that's four kinds already. Recalling the scene he had just glimpsed, Master Yuming was certain that, although it was still unclear and still developing, the center of the other Buddha Land contained a precious temple, a Buddha bell and pagoda, Bodhisattva statues, the figure of the Buddha, and twin Sal trees. Damn, if you calculate it like that, this Buddha Land is composed of at least dozens of Buddhist supernatural powers.
Not only that, but when Li Su suppressed the power of the Heavenly Dog, the golden light that had turned the void into a tangible object, and the dragon's roar that erupted from his palm, though very faint, clearly contained the dragon's soul. These were obviously two extremely powerful Buddhist Sect techniques. Because they were too fast to see clearly, Master Yuming was basically certain that each of those golden light particles was composed of a large number of inscriptions, the sheer number of which made him dizzy.
What the hell? You're telling me this is simple? This is simple?
If that monk were to reveal even a tiny bit of himself, it would scare you to death!
Li Shi seemed to be getting excited. After all, he was quite frightened when he recalled the thunder just now, and it was obvious that the person who cast it was Master Yuming. He was even more annoyed. "I sent you to kill demons, not to kill me."
He was about to speak again.
Snap!
He was slapped hard on the back of the head, causing Li Shi to stagger and his eyes to gleam.
"Who??"
Li Shi turned around fiercely. How dare someone lay a hand on him in the Li Residence? Did they have a death wish?
Turning around, he saw his father's expressionless face, and Li Shi was stunned.
"I!"
"Dad? Why did you hit me?!" Li Shi was bewildered, confused, and looked helpless.
Looking at his own stupid son, Li Qi couldn't help but feel a vein throbbing on his forehead. Who the hell are you criticizing?
Yes, the Pure Land Sect master subdued the dog demon with such ease that he couldn't help but wonder, was the dog demon really that powerful?
But if you just turn your head and look, you'll find that apart from the place where the Pure Land Sect master just protected by the Buddha's power, the rest is scorched earth, and even his favorite artificial mountain has been split open.
Emma, that's a natural Dali block. Only those who have carved it know how hard it is.
It was actually split in two? What does that even mean?
If that lightning had struck any one of the people from the Li Residence present, they would probably have been turned to dust on the spot.
Such a being is practically a god, and you actually dared to provoke him with words? The Pure Land Sect is alright; Buddhist Sect generally have better tempers.
The Daoist priests of Dragon Tiger Mountain? Who are they?
Back then, Wu Zhao Zetian of the Zhou Dynasty believed in Buddhism and disliked Daoism. As a result, some villains went to attack Dragon Tiger Mountain. As a result, Dragon Tiger Mountain was blown up on the spot, and the Celestial Masters drove rolling thunder into Luoyang, almost splitting the Luoyang in two.
If the Pure Land Sect hadn't arrived in time, and the Buddha Land hadn't enveloped Luoyang, the Great Zhou Dynasty could have been overthrown that very day.
After learning the reason, Wu Zhao did not hesitate to kill the villain on the spot.
She liked Buddhism, mainly because the Buddhist Sect didn't care about worldly rules; it didn't matter whether the emperor was male or female, as long as the world was at peace.
Wu Zhao had the ability and the qualifications, so the Pure Land Sect supported her, which is why she liked Buddhism.
On the contrary, the Daoist sect is very particular about rules; they're lucky if they don't beat you to death, let alone offer support.
That's why the Li Tang believed in Daoism and Emperor Wu of Zhou believed in Buddhism.
How could an emperor be influenced by a religious sect? He was protected by a true dragon, impervious to all evil. His preferences were more for political gain than genuine belief in the religion.
Therefore, Pure Land and Dragon Tiger are giants that ordinary people cannot afford to offend.
You think lightning can't kill a dog demon? Didn't you see Master Yuming's face turn black?
As a member of the Li family, Li Qi knew that his methods were far superior to his son's foul mouth. He True Person apologized, saying, " Master Yuming a child who doesn't know any better. I will educate him properly afterward. I will remember your efforts and Li Qi protection. Thank you both for resolving this great trouble for the Li Residence. I will certainly not reduce the reward."
Upon hearing this, Master Yuming's expression softened slightly. "At least the father knows manners," he thought, "Otherwise Laozi curse you to death!" This wasn't just a thought; it was an action.
Give them a taste of their own medicine and they dare to open a business?
Yeah, he has a short temper.
Seeing the talisman retract beneath the other party's sleeve, Li Su let out a long breath. Although being tricked by the big shot from Dragon Tiger Mountain had given him a headache, there was nothing he could do about it.
However, Li Su said softly, "Benefactor Li Qi..."
"Hmm? Is there a problem, Master?" Even the strength displayed by Master Yuming couldn't suppress the Heavenly Dog, which made Li Qi vaguely guess that the person from the Pure Land Sect was probably the real big shot. Suddenly, all his anger disappeared. Don't think that monks are all good people. As the saying goes, the one who bites doesn't make a sound. This person from the Pure Land Sect is also a ruthless person.
"The matter isn't resolved yet."
"Huh?" The people from the Li Residence were taken aback. The problem wasn't solved yet?
Beside him, Master Yuming also gasped, "That's right, what's in the Li Residence isn't some monster, but Spirit Beast, and very likely a divine beast, Heavenly Dog!"
Mythical Beast?
Li Qi was stunned. What the hell? This thing was actually a divine beast? Recalling its ferocious appearance, he had seen monsters before, but none of them were as ferocious as this.
"It's not a real divine beast, but a divine stone that houses the spirit of a divine beast."
Li Su said, "It should be a statue of a canine that serves as a guardian and companion. The reason it caused trouble in the Li Residence family is probably not because it wanted to harm you, but because it wanted to return to its original place. That's why no one in the Li Residence has died. As for those people who came to exorcise the demon, they probably used some evil methods to anger it and kill you."
"Unethical methods?" Li Qi was taken aback.
"Black dog blood or something like that!" Master Yuming basically understood at this point, shaking his head and saying, "Black dogs themselves possess the Evil Nature, and black dog blood is even more effective. Mountain Daoists who lack proper lineage often use this method to exorcise demons. And it's clear that although the Celestial Heavenly Dog is a divine beast, it is essentially still a canine. In fact, the reason black dogs can ward off evil is because they have a very faint trace of Heavenly Dog blood. The mountain Daoists, unaware of the reason, used black dog blood to ward off the Heavenly Dog, and it's likely that the blood was obtained by killing dogs. Naturally, this completely enraged it, and it wouldn't be surprising if they were bitten to death."
Thinking of this, Master Yuming was furious. What an idiot did! If it weren't for this, he wouldn't have needed to go through all this trouble. He could have just communicated properly. But when he faced him, that Heavenly Dog was already red-eyed.
Black dogs are believed to ward off evil, and black dog blood is even more so, but you can't kill dogs to get their blood, you scoundrels!
You kill someone and then expect them to help you kill a demon? There's no such thing as a free lunch. You deserve to be bitten to death by dogs. Even if you don't die, when you get to hell, you'll be surrounded and bitten by countless black dogs until your soul is scattered.
It's better to nurture it properly and wait for it to develop sentience; that would make it a truly helpful companion.
Dogs are loyal; if you give them your heart, they will surely love you to the death, even if it's a Heavenly Dog.
The reason it barks so loudly and disturbs people is not because it's doing anything bad, but because it wants to go home and protect the people it needs to protect.
Before Li Qi could do anything, Li Shi was standing to the side looking aggrieved, inexplicably began to feel guilty.
"It seems that Young Benefactor Li has a plan in mind," Li Su said with a smile.
Master Yuming's eyes lit up, and he laughed. So, it turns out that all of this was done by this scoundrel. That's great!
Li Qi was startled and turned around. When he saw his son's reaction, he immediately turned pale.
Feeling that the unrest in the Li Residence for over a year was all because of this scoundrel?! He immediately roared in anger, "Speak! What happened?!"
Startled, Li Shi blurted out the whole story.
A year ago, he happened to see a small stone dog statue. It was very cute and the carving was so lifelike that it looked like the real thing, so he bought it.
After Li Shi finished speaking, seeing his father's increasingly hostile expression, his gaze seemingly capable of devouring people, he immediately explained, "However, if it had made a fuss back then, I would definitely have known. But it's been over a month since we brought it back to the manor, and there hasn't been any sign of it, so I didn't make the connection."
Li Su was taken aback. A whole month without any news? This was unexpected.
Master Yuming's eyes lit up, and he suddenly said, "I suppose you really liked that stone statue at first? You practically never took it off?"
Li Shi paused for a moment, then, recalling his experiences over that month, he couldn't help but nod.
"What a pity!" Master Yuming sighed.
"Huh?" Everyone was taken aback.
"Although the stone statue has a spirit, it is not real. Mr. Li probably resembles its former owner, which confused it for a moment, causing it to mistake you for its master. I suppose you had good luck that month."
Li Shi was stunned for a moment, then nodded. Indeed, he had been very lucky that month, so lucky that he could find money on the street. However, for a second-generation rich kid like Li Shi, he didn't care much.
Beside him, Li Su's lips twitched. He didn't say anything, but he could sense that Yu Ming was truly petty, and that Li Shi was in deep trouble.
"It's a pity. If you had maintained that affection, the Heavenly Dog, having been influenced by you for so long, might have recognized you as its master and eventually appeared in your dream, asking you to take it to see its original owner. Then it would have followed you instead of ending up like this." Master Yuming shook his head. "With divine beasts protecting the house, the Li Residence would not only be incredibly wealthy, but also absolutely impervious to all evil. Now that they've become enemies, the Heavenly Dog probably hates you the most."
Li Su couldn't help but twitch her lips. "Are you dreaming? Do you think all dogs are like huskies? It's probably just temporary confusion, but once it sobers up, it'll immediately go back to its owner. Recognize its master? What are you thinking?"
Li Shi was stunned. He believed it, he really believed it! The next moment, a look of regret appeared on his face. The power displayed by the Heavenly Dog was so astonishing. It would have been fine if he hadn't seen it before, but now that he had, was he being told that he once had the opportunity to possess it? Even a playboy like him couldn't help but feel a pain in his heart and couldn't breathe at this moment.
"I see, I see!" Before Li Shi could speak, Li Qi's face was full of a 'smile,' a smile that was undoubtedly somewhat eerie. Clearly, he believed it too, he really believed it!
"Alright, go and take the stone statue out, give it to the master, and let him know what happened."
Looking at the kind-faced Li Qi, Li Su couldn't help but glance sadly at Li Shi. This kid would definitely be beaten silly, definitely.
Not long after, Li Shi came out with the stone statue, reluctantly handing it to Li Su, saying, "Please take care of it, Master."
Although reluctant, Heavenly Dog could tell from his expression that he truly hated him, and he dared not keep such a dog.
"Hmm!" Li Su took the stone statue in his hands, glanced at the adorable little stone dog, and thought, "The person who sculpted this did a good job, emphasizing the 'cute' attribute! Even I can't help but like it."
"In that case, this humble monk will take his leave."
Li Su put away the stone statue and put his hands together in prayer.
"Ah? Master, you're leaving already? The Li Residence hasn't even had a proper reception yet..." Madam Qian couldn't help but speak first. The trouble was finally resolved, but the master was leaving so soon?
Li Su smiled gently and said, "All things begin and end with fate; flowers bloom and wither, returning to dust!"
He bowed respectfully, then turned and walked out of the front gate of the Li Residence.
"Master, the Li Residence has not yet given you your payment..." Li Qi also spoke up.
Li Su smiled. Money? Heh, what use is that thing in his hand? Does he lack money? He's given away all the money he got from Black Tiger Stronghold. Right now, what he wants most is to go out and kill demons, return the Heavenly Dog, and then head straight to Ninghai to complete his sect's mission.
" Amitabha Buddha!"
With a single Buddhist chant, Li Su vanished from sight.
A highly virtuous monk, without a doubt.
Watching Li Su leave, Li Qi couldn't help but sigh. At this moment, Li Shi, in a moment of self-destruction, looked at Li Shi Master Yuming again. He glanced at him but didn't say anything, though his meaning was clear.
Master Yuming laughed, his eyes narrowing into slits. Buddhist exorcism is based on karma, related to their cultivation. When hungry, they simply beg for alms; money can actually hinder their practice. But Daoism is different. Daoist exorcism is based on profit, since people need to eat, right? Simply put, they earn their living through their abilities!
Therefore, Daoism does not look down on the Buddhist Sect for asking for alms, nor does Buddhist Sect look down on Daoism for asking for money, because their paths are different.
Therefore, Master Yuming looked at Li Qi and said with a half-smile, "It seems that this humble Daoist shouldn't accept any reward. Perhaps I should leave as well?"
Li Shi's eyes lit up. He had agreed to many things to get the other party to agree to this, so if he just left like this, it would be a good thing, saving him a lot of money. He was about to ask if his father would reward him for saving such a large sum of money.
Before he could even speak, he was slapped hard across the face. Li Qi laughed and said, "How could that be? Please wait a moment, True Person. Whatever you promise, that's what you'll get."
"Guards, seize this unfilial son and take him to the ancestral temple. He is not to leave without my permission!"
"Yes!"
Li Shi was startled. His eyes, which had been brimming with tears of pain, immediately looked up at his father in disbelief, his eyes filled with question: Why? Wouldn't this save a lot of money?
Li Qi ignored him and gestured for him to come inside, saying, "Please come in and have a seat, True Person. I will present you with what I promised shortly."
"That's great!" Master Yuming smiled and said nothing more.
Watching the two leave, Li Shi, who had been helped up by the servants, couldn't help but look at his mother and say, "Mother!"
"Sigh!" Madam Qian felt helpless. Her son, who was usually somewhat clever, looked so wretched now. Was he really her son? " Buddhist Sect speaks of karmic connections, while Daoism severs karmic ties through profit. For the Li Residence, resolving this matter by spending some money is the cheapest option. If you don't pay, how do you plan to explain this karmic debt to the Daoism? With your life?"
" Li Shi, you're all grown up now, not a child anymore. You need to think carefully before you act."
"So be prepared. The Pure Land Sect Master is alright, but you've offended the True Person several times. So even if you call him later, you'll have to appease him. The True Person doesn't have the same good temper as the Master."
Li Shi was stunned!
Why not invite Dragon Tiger Mountain? Do you really think it's just because the old lady is a Buddhist? Where did those mountain Daoists come from? So it's not entirely that. It's because the disciples of Dragon Tiger Mountain are too murderous. Every year, they send disciples out to kill many demons. Moreover, Daoist cultivation seeks to defy the Longevity Art and achieve immortality. What kind of personality would someone who defies the heavens and achieves Longevity Art have? That's why the powerful and wealthy don't like to seek out Daoist sects; they're afraid of accidentally stepping on a landmine.
If Li Su hadn't consistently refused to come, and if Heavenly Dog hadn't become increasingly agitated, Li Qi wouldn't have been too keen on inviting people from Dragon Tiger Mountain.
So as Master Yuming left with a smile, an extremely shrill scream echoed through the Li Residence.
Awooo! Awooo! Awooo!
That voice was truly heart-wrenching, enough to bring tears to the eyes of anyone who heard it.
*******
After leaving Hangzhou City, Li Su opened his Buddha Land and saw the pitiful, weeping Heavenly Dog, from which he had been squeezed dry.
"Calmed down?"
"Woof!" They're all stewed, how could they not be quiet?
"Very good!" Li Su nodded and smiled, "I'm letting you out, but don't cause any trouble!"
"Woof!" The dog quickly shook its head. In its eyes, people from the Buddha Land were no different from the Buddha.
Do you remember where your home is?
"Woof?"
Li Su patted the dog's head. "I'll take you home."
"Woof! Woof!"
"Oh? It's on the way." Li Su was taken aback. It was in Shaoxing, which meant he didn't have to change routes. He was also going to Ninghai anyway.
We took the dog and hit the road.
Hangzhou and Shaoxing are not far apart, only a few dozen miles apart.
The journey was not far for Li Su, but Li Su was no ordinary person; he didn't take the main road, but instead chose the side paths.
After all, the main road is protected by the nation's fortune and there are not many demons, but the mountain paths are different; there is one every mile, and another every mile.
It took about a day and a half to arrive in Shaoxing.
"Is this the place?" Li Su asked directly at a ruin outside Shaoxing City.
"Woof! Woof!" The dog was even more obedient than when it came out of the Buddha Land. After all, it had seen too many monsters being skinned and stuffed into the Buddha Land to be turned into dust along the way. It was extremely grateful that it had gone in and was able to come out.
Finally arriving at their destination, the incredibly well-behaved dog beamed with joy. It had been so long, far too long, since it had been brought out.
"Go!" Li Su raised her hand and sent the stone statue back.
The Heavenly Dog bowed, and the stone statue vanished in a flash.
"Hehe! Blackie, you're back!! I missed you so much!"
"Woof! Woof! Woof!"
Hearing the cheerful sounds inside, Li Su's lips curled slightly. Then, he raised his hand and pressed down, burying the ruins in front of him until they disappeared completely from the ground.
"Stay inside and keep your master company!"
After finishing everything, Li Su slowly turned around and looked behind him. " Master Yuming, why have you been chasing this humble monk for dozens of miles?"
As soon as the words were spoken, Master Yuming was supposed to have parted ways with Hangzhou, appeared.
Upon seeing the other person, Li Su couldn't help but freeze. The handsome young man, who should have been slightly less attractive than him, now had a face that was swollen by almost an inch, covered in bruises. Not only that, but his body was also constantly leaning forward, staring intently, as if there was something behind him. Of course, this didn't escape Li Su's keen senses, and he instantly noticed that the other person's buttocks were also swollen by at least an inch.
"Uh, Master Yuming, what's this new look you're sporting?"
What the hell is this new look? It's from being beaten by the patriarch. It swelled up after leaving the Li Residence and just won't heal.
Then the patriarch gave him instructions in his mind to go to the Pure Land Sect monks and ask them for teachings on the Dao.
Master Yuming was completely bewildered. Had his ancestor been hit on the head with a hammer? Was he telling a Daoist disciple to seek instruction in the Buddhist Sect disciple?
Then, his brain was smashed.
I followed them all the way, intending to wait until they were better before leaving, but the swelling showed no signs of going down; in fact, it seemed to have solidified. In other words, it wouldn't end until the old man calmed down.
Having been discovered, they had no choice but to come out.
Ignoring his own situation, Master Yuming sighed with admiration, "I never expected the master to actually return it. Even a being like the Heavenly Dog wasn't tempted at all." He tried his best to create a pleasant atmosphere, not wanting his appearance to ruin the conversation between the two.
" Master Yuming came all this way, surely he didn't just come here to say these things?" Li Su readily agreed, suppressing a laugh; he was a professional.
"Yes, no!" Yu Ming nodded, his eyes gradually changing, a murderous aura emerging from them. In an instant, his aura changed drastically. Even though his appearance was somewhat pitiful, his strength was undoubtedly real and extremely astonishing.
"I've come to seek your guidance!"
Li Su was somewhat surprised. Was the other party so confident? Did he think he could beat him? Oh, and he even had the ancestor's possession technique. Li Su wasn't sure he could beat that move. However, feeling the scriptures floating in his mind, Li Su, although he hadn't made a move yet, didn't think Dragon Tiger Mountain intended to kill him. So he glanced at the other party. You see, he had a bad temper. Even if he wouldn't kill the other party out of consideration for face (cowardice), if they dared to come and fight him, he would at least make sure they were swollen all over, just like their face and buttocks.
Therefore, Li Su asked, "Since we've already determined who's superior and who's inferior, should we also decide life and death?"
Master Yuming took a deep breath, suppressing his awe of the Buddha Land. He, Yu Ming, was a genius of the Daoist sect. Even if he wasn't as strong as the opponent, how could he possibly do something as absurd as seeking instruction in Daoist techniques from a Buddhist Sect? He wanted to prove himself, to prove his strength, to prove his talent in Daoist techniques. Although the opponent's Buddhist cultivation was high, his Daoist techniques were not bad either. Moreover, he had witnessed the opponent's actions several times along the way, and he had gained a considerable understanding of the Buddha Land. Its suppressive power was extremely strong, and as long as he prepared in advance, he wasn't without a chance.
Therefore, filled with boundless pride and surging emotions, his face revealed an unwavering resolve, brimming with endless killing intent and courage, as if facing the leader of the demonic path, the eternal demon king, he declared, "Yes!!!"
Then, he knelt down!
Then a colossal Buddha Land, ten zhang in size, appeared and slammed down on his body. Not only was he unable to perform any magic, but his spiritual fruits almost scattered. Immediately, a radiant light shone from within, washing over his body as if he were washing vegetables. The Eight Merits Water gushed out and poured into his mouth, cleansing his stomach and intestines. Five hundred Arhats helped him loosen his bones, and three thousand nuns gave him cupping therapy. He truly had the blessing of having multiple wives.
A dog's head popped out of the ground; it was Heavenly Dog, who couldn't resist coming out to see what was happening outside.
Upon seeing it, I immediately covered my eyes, feeling as if the shadow in my heart had been activated.
Then, with a whoosh, it vanished.
Is that Daoist priest out of his mind? He can't even beat me, yet he dares to provoke a reincarnated Buddha? These days, the only ones who can fight the Buddha are a few powerful demons, right? For example, those two snakes from Ninghai, one white and one green, when they passed by, they scared the dog to death.
After about an hour, looking at the pitiful, tearful Master Yuming, who was just like the Heavenly Dog from the day before, Li Su sighed, sat down beside him, patted him on the shoulder, and said, "Tell me, the real reason!"
"The Ancestor sent me to seek your guidance on the Dao..." Master Yuming knelt obediently to the side, bowing respectfully as he spoke.
At this moment, Yu Ming had no other thoughts. Some things you'll never understand unless you experience them for yourself. Just how abnormal is the Buddha Land? It contains more than ten kinds of supernatural powers stacked together. Putting aside their size, when they come crashing down, you really can't even budge a hair.
It's as if all the lofty ambitions I had an hour ago were just an illusion!
7,000 words, second update, 7 PM! Time to think about the plot.