The Heavenly Derivation Sect's Main Hall.
Lü Xuan and the others watched Chu Xingchen and Ru Nan walk outside. They had been told to continue the discussion in the hall, but everyone understood that the two who could actually make decisions had gone outside to talk.
Those left sitting in the hall could only face one another in silence. Those in the mood could have a cup of tea; those who were not simply sat there without a word.
The way things had developed far exceeded the expectations of all the Buddhist Sect's Buddhas-whether the Mundane Buddhas or the Karma Buddhas.
Time passed in silence.
No one knew how long it had been, but it felt rather long to everyone before they finally saw the two walking into the hall together, genuine smiles on their faces.
Everyone looked over at the pair, who seemed to be getting along very well.
Chu Xingchen entered the hall and spoke first:
"Then it's settled. Once my injuries have improved, I'll definitely visit the Great Thunderclap Temple to discuss the Great Dao with you, fellow Daoist."
Fellow Daoist?
In the short time they had been outside, his form of address had already changed from Venerable Buddha to fellow Daoist?
The Buddhas turned their gazes toward Ru Nan, whose smile was just as gentle.
Ru Nan nodded lightly, wearing a warm expression none of the Buddhas had ever seen before, and said:
"Of course. I'll sweep the couch clean to welcome you, fellow Daoist."
Hearing Ru Nan respond with "fellow Daoist" as well, everyone wore a different, colorful expression.
Chu Xingchen let out two heavy breaths, looking a little tired.
"Everything has more or less been settled. My eldest disciple will take the lead in handling what needs to be done from here, and I'll