The relic site where Ning Chenxin resides.
Its owner was the only Great Confucian in High Antiquity times!
He was respectfully called the Confucian Emperor!
The Confucian Temple established by the Confucian Emperor became a pilgrimage site for countless believers in Confucian Dao and Daoism at that time.
There, Confucian Emperor sat cross-legged opposite Ning Chenxin.
"So what's your opinion?"
Ning Chenxin's face darkened, and he sighed, "Over the years, I have traveled throughout the continent, preaching to those without cultivation."
"What I want to do is to inspire ordinary people to have the heart for cultivation."
"But..."
Reflecting on the past actions of Buddhism.
A hint of anger flashed in Ning Chenxin's eyes as he said in a deep voice, "Buddhists will stop at nothing to get others to convert to Buddhism."
"Even when Mortal Village refused to follow Buddhist Dao, they allowed Devil Beast to enter and kill the villagers, and they simply stood by and watched."
"He even burst into laughter."
"And these scenes are not only ignored by Buddhists, but also by other practitioners of Daoism."
"I wouldn't even glance at it if it's unrelated to me."
"It was as if the lives and deaths of all the people in the world had nothing to do with them."
After hearing this, the Confucian Emperor remained silent for a long time.
These kinds of things were common even in his time.
There are too many people practicing Daoism.
It's beyond our control, and we have no way to control it.
"So, what do you want to do?"
Ning Chenxin and said, "Originally, I thought that spreading the ideas of the Dao to them would change things, but..."
The words were not finished.
However, the Confucian Emperor could sense the helplessness and sorrow in Ning Chenxin's tone.
And at this moment.
A hint of respect appeared in the Confucian Emperor's eyes as he looked at Ning Chenxin.
He had this idea once upon a time.
However, he discovered that he was not capable of managing all the cultivators in the world.
No matter how strong you are, it will be of no use.
Even when faced with certain choices.
Even Confucian Emperor would choose self-interest.
Thinking of this, the Confucian Emperor couldn't help but sigh, "You are better than me."
If those who knew Confucian Emperor heard these words of his,
I wonder how much of a commotion this will cause.
after all.
He was the most powerful figure in the Confucian school at the time.
He said, "You are better than me."
This can be considered the highest affirmation given to Ning Chenxin.
The Confucian Emperor slowly shook his head and said, "Your name is Ning Chenxin, right?"
Ning Chenxin nodded.
" Ning Chenxin, your obsession with the Dao is deeper than mine, and you will surely surpass me in the future."
"However, your thinking is somewhat distorted."
Upon hearing this...
Ning Chenxin was taken aback.
deformity?
Were his thoughts, his innermost feelings, wrong?
The Confucian Emperor seemed to see through Ning Chenxin's thoughts and shook his head, saying, "I didn't say your path is wrong."
How vast is this world?
"The world outside, and even within our realm, is unknown, but it is likely far more prosperous than ours."
He also participated in that battle.
The Confucian Emperor knew all too well how terrifying those outside the realm were.
How powerless they, who considered themselves powerful cultivators, were when faced with those people.
"In our realm alone, there are tens of thousands of cultivators."
"Every cultivator has their own unique path."
"Some people cultivate themselves to the point of madness in pursuit of Changsheng."
"Some people, for the sake of power, disregard the plight of ordinary people."
"Even worse, some people, in pursuit of pleasure, only care about themselves and disregard the feelings of the common people."
Ning Chenxin listened to these words and fell into deep thought.
The Confucian Emperor patiently guided him, saying softly, "You can follow your own path, hoping for peace and prosperity among the people, without strife. There is nothing wrong with that."
"On the contrary, this is the foundation upon which you embarked on this path."
You can't change everyone; all you can do is stay true to yourself.
Stay true to your original aspirations?
Ning Chenxin raised her head and looked at the gentle-looking Confucian Emperor in front of her.
"Yes, stay true to yourself. You can pursue this path, but you cannot change the minds of all cultivators in the world."
"Because we can't manage it all."
"Only when you become strong yourself and your influence reaches a certain level can you influence a group of people to the greatest extent possible."
When Confucian Emperor said these words, he also felt somewhat guilty.
After all, after the establishment of Confucian Temple...
It became a pilgrimage site for Daoist cultivators from all over the world.
Even Confucian Emperor, in order to promote Confucian Temple, inevitably did some things that went against their own conscience.
At that time, he deceived himself with reasons that seemed unavoidable.
Ning Chenxin's ability to uphold her principles amidst chaos is truly remarkable.
The Confucian Emperor did not want him to become a second version of himself.
After reaching a high level of cultivation, one loses sight of their true self...
Ning Chenxin pondered the Confucian Emperor's words repeatedly.
Stay true to your original aspirations?
What is one's true nature?
Change other people's minds so that they too can save the weak.
Isn't this Ning Chenxin's true nature?
Seeing this, the Confucian Emperor did not speak to disturb him.
He knew that Ning Chenxin would ultimately have to think about these things herself.
Only he himself can escape this fog of confusion.
Only by breaking through this fog can one firmly establish one's own path.
Ning Chenxin fell into deep thought.
The actions and practices of Buddhism.
The indifference of powerful forces towards the common people.
Only thinking of themselves.
These thoughts kept replaying in Ning Chenxin's mind.
Ning Chenxin had asked Lu Changsheng this question before.
Lu Changsheng didn't say anything more.
He only said four words.
I have a clear conscience.
At the time, he felt he had grasped the meaning.
There have also been breakthroughs in the understanding of Confucian Dao and Daoism.
This time, however, the Confucian Emperor spoke to him in greater detail.
Can't affect everyone?
Just stay true to yourself?
As Ning Chenxin pondered, wisps of rainbow light slowly emanated from her body.
It is permeated with the spirit of Confucian Dao!
yes.
No matter how strong one is, one can only influence a wider range of people.
However, he couldn't make everyone like him.
After all, everyone's path is different.
Ning Chenxin, however, was unable to do so.
Therefore, all you need to do is stay true to yourself.
Strengthen our power and continue to spread the word.
Share your ideas with more people!
This will enhance their influence.
As long as you do it.
If you set this as your goal, that will suffice.
I have a clear conscience.
This is the true meaning behind Lu Changsheng's words.
Until this moment.
Ning Chenxin finally understood.
Thus, they entered the Celestial Person State!
Upon seeing this, the Confucian Emperor smiled slightly.
It seems he has emerged from the fog.
Then, before him lay a bright and promising road.
As long as it doesn't perish halfway through.
One day, this child's achievements will surely surpass his own.
Maybe.
The Confucian Emperor wondered, could Ning Chenxin accomplish what he couldn't in his time?
Seven days passed slowly.
Ning Chenxin awoke from the Celestial Person State.
Today, his understanding of Confucian Dao and Daoism has become increasingly profound.
Look ahead.
The Confucian Emperor had long since disappeared.
Only one book remained.
It is inscribed with Confucian Scripture.
Open the Confucian Scripture.
The Confucian Emperor's voice rang out.
"This is my lifelong understanding of the Tao. You don't need to follow my path; it's only for your reference."
"Now you have your own path, your own understanding. My path is just a reference for you, and I hope it can be helpful when you are confused."
That concludes the conversation.
Ning Chenxin bowed in the direction where the Confucian Emperor had disappeared.
The kindness of clearing up one's doubts.
Worthy of a bow.