Morality and Bodhi Are Not the True Fruit; Only Today Do I Know That I Am Myself
Just as the Three Xiaos were "borrowing books" at Lin Tian's residence.
On the other side.
The Interception Sect grounds.
Jin'ao Island.
A place brimming with ethereal beauty not far from the Biyou Palace.
This is the Daoist temple of Daoist Duobao.
This place is blessed with beautiful mountains and clear waters, and is filled with an ethereal atmosphere.
Occasionally, the aura of the Human Dao's principles would surge forth.
It is the place around the Interception Sect) dojo where the aura of Sage can be most concentrated.
It is also the place with the most abundant spiritual energy, apart from the Biyou Palace.
At this moment, inside the magnificent golden cave.
Duobao ignored the spiritual energy and laws that were constantly swirling around him.
He used his Quasi-Saint power to seal off the surrounding space.
Then several more magic arrays were set up.
This is to prevent revealing my true intentions when reading "Buddha Is the Dao" later.
When thousands of light curtains bearing mysterious runes gathered around...
Duobao took a deep breath.
With a casual wave of his hand.
Only then did he carefully take out the well-preserved copy of "Buddha Is the Dao".
The moment the book was exposed in the cave.
Golden light flashed, extraordinary phenomena erupted, and divine power surged forth!
On the book's cover, the four large characters "Buddha Is the Dao" seem to sense the surging, vibrant energy around them.
It instantly emitted an astonishing aura.
Upon sensing this aura, Duobao was slightly taken aback.
I subconsciously looked down.
On the book, mysterious ripples surged and undulated in all directions like ocean waves.
The surrounding barriers were almost too strong to withstand.
Click!
Click!
A faint cracking sound came from the surrounding magic array.
Duobao's expression immediately changed.
'Not good!!!'
'The magic array here, and the surrounding power of laws.'
'It couldn't even withstand the power released by this book.'
Upon realizing this, Duobao was horrified, but upon further reflection, he felt that it was not entirely unacceptable.
Just now, in Master's Biyou Palace, there was the Sage suppressing it.
Within Lin Tian's residence, there was a spiritual energy suppression comparable to that of Sage.
Books naturally don't emit any particular aura.
But here, there are no such constraints.
Then it began to leak its scent.
As you can see, this seemingly ordinary book...
The power it contains is terrifying!
Duobao already valued this book highly.
After figuring this out...
My heart grew increasingly excited.
"I never imagined that I, Duobao, would encounter such a sacred book, comparable to a priceless treasure!"
"That saying really comes true!"
When opportunity knocks, it's unstoppable.
"If one can glean their own true path from this book..."
"Then I will not disappoint my master!!"
Duobao muttered to himself.
His eyes gleamed with excitement as he gazed at "Buddha Is the Dao".
He hasn't even read the first page yet!
I still don't know what this book is about!
Even Master seemed to be stunned after reading this book.
Duobao was really looking forward to this book!
Thinking this way.
With trembling hands, Duobao turned the first page of the Buddha Is the Dao.
Just a moment.
He finished reading it.
The next moment.
Duobao's eyes widened instantly, a look of astonishment flashing in them.
He froze on the spot.
A sense of horror welled up inside me!
"What a fine line: 'Lying high above the nine heavens, on a futon, one attains the true Dao.'"
Everything has its own way; it originates from the way, begins with the way, and ends with the way!
Therefore, Buddhism belongs to the Tao.
"The Western Wondrous Dharma also belong to the Tao."
"I hope this book will allow me to feel so free and at ease, and find my own path."
I made this decision in my heart.
Duobao then slowly turned to the second page.
[Chapter 1: Murder and Robbery]
When Duobao saw the first chapter of this book...
I was immediately drawn in by the plot.
For a time, I was completely captivated and addicted to it.
His primordial spirit and physical body have broken through to the Peak Quasi-Saint.
Therefore, reading is incredibly fast.
In just a short while, I finished reading the first half of the book.
At first, Duobao was filled with curiosity, but later he could hardly suppress his astonishment!
Everyone seeks the Way, yet they do not realize that the Way is right beneath their feet.
[Though the paths differ, the principle is one. With the human heart and the Heavenly Dao, how can there be a distinction between Buddhism and Daoism? The Golden Core and relics share the same benevolence and righteousness; the Three Teachings are originally one family, Buddha Is the Dao!]
The more Duobao one sees, the more awe-inspiring it becomes!
A powerful sense of enlightenment welled up within me!
"Really!"
"This book is truly a divine book!"
"The Way is one; what a wonderful saying, 'The Three Teachings are originally one family,' Buddhism belongs to the Way!"
"It's logical, well-founded, and the rules are clear. Upon closer examination, it makes perfect sense!"
"Senior Lin Tian is probably far more than I initially thought, merely at the peak of the Peak Quasi-Saint."
"To possess this book, one must at least have reached the level of Sage!"
"Otherwise, why are the principles contained in this book so wondrous? Why does it even possess profound insights into Buddhist and Daoist principles?!"
"I'm afraid even the Two Sages of the West might not be able to do that, right?"
"Buddha Is the Dao, and it is not only related to Western teachings, but also closely connected to Eastern Mystic Gate practices!"
"Senior Lin Tian has probably already achieved complete enlightenment!"
Duobao muttered to himself.
I was deeply shocked.
I'm also a bit conflicted.
He was exposed to far too much information at once.
I also have insights into Buddhism.
There is also sudden enlightenment in Daoism.
Originally, Duobao was inclined towards Western methods.
I hope to gain some insights from this.
Then it brings about an increase in power.
Today, the understanding of the Tao in "Buddha Is the Dao" is extremely profound.
It gave him a strange sense of sudden enlightenment!
This feeling is rather strange.
Duobao found it difficult to truly abandon the Daoist arts.
Furthermore, they never made up their minds to study Buddhism.
Let's keep looking down...
That's what I was thinking.
A sense of urgency flashed through Duobao's mind.
But I persevered and continued reading "Buddha Is the Dao".
At first, Duobao was unsure of which option to choose.
Until he saw the last sentence.
[Moral enlightenment is not the true fruit; only today do I realize who I truly am!]
Hum!
When Duobao saw this sentence.
His body couldn't help but tremble!
A look of astonishment immediately spread across his face!
A look of even greater horror than before instantly welled up in his heart!
The inner turmoil I felt vanished instantly upon seeing those words.
Only shock filled my entire being!
"What a wonderful line: 'Only today do I realize who I truly am!'"
In other words...
"The so-called Tao and the Western Wondrous Dharma are not my destiny; they were not my choice!"
Even if you force yourself to cultivate, you might not necessarily achieve enlightenment!
"I can completely break free from the Tao and the Western Wondrous Dharma!"
Be your own master! Take control of your own destiny! Choose your own path!
"This is the real me!"
The moment I suddenly understood this principle of law.
A mysterious golden light emanated from Duobao's body.
A profound and enlightened realization completely took hold of his mind.
In an instant.
My restless heart calmed down.
And Duobao, too, made his own choice regarding the Dao!
He gently closed the book, his expression growing increasingly calm and serene.
Then.
Duobao slowly stood up.
A profound Buddhist aura suddenly emanated from his body.
His aura also seemed to be showing signs of rapid improvement.
But Duobao was neither happy nor disappointed by this.
Instead, they faced Interception Sect and bowed their heads in reverence.
"Thank you so much, senior, for guiding me on this path!"
"My profound understanding is entirely thanks to my predecessors!"
"Only today do I understand the meaning of the Tao!"
"Only then did I realize that from the very beginning, my senior had been guiding me through my confusion."
"If it weren't for the warning from my senior, I'm afraid I would have gone astray!"
After three kowtows and nine bows.
Duobao slowly stood up, his gaze falling on the book "Buddha Is the Dao" in front of him.
His eyes were filled with determination.
"The rest is becoming a Buddha in the Mystic Gate!"
"The West has its Western Wondrous Dharma, and the East should naturally have its Eastern Buddhist Dharma!"