The sun was setting and the mountain breeze was catching the wind, but Xu Xian stood blankly on the edge of the cliff, staring at the west, trying to find the position of Mercury. He had learned some knowledge about astronomical observation from a magazine. Only then was he searching.

The best time to observe a star, but Mercury is only a planet. Even if you know how to observe it, you still have to rely on luck. Because the light of Mercury is often lost in the sunlight scattered by the earth's atmosphere.

Even if Xu Xian's eyesight could make him a pilot in modern times, it would not be able to replace a telescope. If he couldn't even see, and it didn't fill the entire solar system like the power of the sun, how could he possibly activate the power of Mercury.

Xu Xian sighed: "It would be nice to have a telescope?" It's just that although there is glass in this world, it does not have the technology to make optical glass. After all, a telescope cannot be made with two pieces of transparent glass. For glass

There are extremely high requirements for transparency and uniformity.

Xu Xian suddenly had a flash of inspiration in his mind. He thought of Jin Mancheng's six black diamonds, which were world-class in terms of craftsmanship and technology. If you find a diamond with two completely transparent sides and polish it carefully, can you make a telescope? This makes

Xu Xian had hope again.

But if you think about it, you know what an astronomical figure that would be. "Hey, it would be great if I were that prodigal son of Jin Shengjie." But this is just a thought. In terms of spiritual practice, a Dharma-rich couple puts wealth first.

You two really make a lot of sense.

Xu Xian couldn't help but gnashed his teeth at Fa Hai, "If you hadn't bothered me, I would have been eating, drinking and having fun leisurely, just waiting to eat the White Lady's soft rice. Why would I have such a headache?"

"Hanwen, are you okay?" Pan Yu's voice sounded from behind. Xu Xian turned around and saw her raising her eyebrows, the concern on her face was beyond words. But she was a little unhappy in her heart, "Even if I am a man, I don't have to worry so much."

Come on!" Xu Xian turned around and said, "I just had something to think about."

Xu Xian turned around to face the evening breeze and said softly: "Mingyu, do you believe in fate?"

Pan Yu thought for a while and sighed: "I believe that if you can't do something, you just can't do it!"

Xu Xian was a little surprised. Does this noble young master who seems to be omnipotent also have such troubles?

Xu Xian suddenly thought of something and couldn't help laughing.

Pan Yu said unhappily: "Why are you laughing?"

Xu Xian said happily again: "It's like I am a man and you are also a man. No matter what happens, you can't change it!"

Pan Yu's face froze and she didn't know how to answer. He didn't expect Xu Xian to talk about this topic. He should have avoided it at this time, right?

Xu Xian turned around and smiled: "Everyone has a love for beauty. Sometimes I think that if you were really Zhu Yingtai, I might fall in love with you!" We spent countless days and nights together.

, I don’t know when a beautiful figure often appears in my dreams, and I seem to have really seen such a gentle and graceful figure.

Pan Yu was at a loss and didn't know where to put her hands and feet. This was a conservative ancient time after all. No matter how cool and calm she was, she could not remain calm when she said such words to Xu Xian. But there was an impulse in her heart, so she took off the necklace and told him:

"I am your Zhu Yingtai!" But it was just impulsive.

Xu Xian said firmly: "I don't believe in fate." His existence is to deny a destiny. "But I believe in responsibility. I have a very heavy responsibility. I can't escape it, and I don't want to escape it."

Pan Yu listened to his words and did not ask what kind of responsibility it was. Did this familiar man who made her think he knew him well also have responsibilities that she could not understand? What about her own responsibilities? It could not be said or avoided either.

She thought: Maybe he wasn't moved at all, maybe he still vaguely remembered the scene of saving her. Otherwise, why would he marry her and love her in the painting on the wall?

It's just that the distance is clearly within reach, but it has become a natural chasm due to two responsibilities.

She didn't dare to tell him that she loved her, and he didn't dare to let himself fall in love with her. They could only stay together in that vague and illusory dream, and then forget about each other when they woke up.

Pan Yu suddenly raised his head and smiled: "We will be friends forever!"

Xu Xian nodded and said, "Yes, friends forever."

Friends? This word echoes in the hearts of two people. Will there be regrets? Will there be sighs? Or is there nothing at all.

Early the next morning, in front of Fahai's room door, Xu Xian, who was supposed to avoid him, opened the door. Fahai was neatly dressed and had obviously just meditated all night.

"Zen Master Fahai, I want to learn Buddhism from you." Xu Xian raised his head and said.

Fahai did not expect that Xu Xian would take refuge in my Buddha after sleeping, but he still said calmly: "The sea of ​​suffering is boundless, and there is a shore when we turn around. I am very happy that you can have such an idea." It doesn't hurt that the night is long and the dreams are many. "Well, I am like this

This is your tonsure."

Xu Xian quickly explained: "No, I don't want to become a monk. I just want to ask you if you are willing to accept a lay disciple." This was the result he got after thinking about it all night. What he needs most now is not power but the method of using these powers.

But there are only a handful of people in the world who can teach him this writing method. Yu Xuanji is not on the same page as him. Although Xu Xian got a "Ink Urn Book" from her and was able to use some of his own power, he still lacked it.

sufficient means.

Looking at the whole story, apart from the immortal-level figures such as Guanyin and Queen Mother of the West, Fa Hai is the only one with the highest means, and even Bai Suzhen is inferior to him. The path of humanistic cultivation is inherently wider than that of demonic cultivation.

Since I have no conflict with Fahai yet, why not learn a thing or two from him, even if I can't learn anything, I can still know myself and the enemy for the future. Although I don't want to lie to others, at this point, for the sake of that person and for my own

For lifelong happiness, there is no need to fight, it is just to protect yourself.

Fahai was a little disappointed, frowned and said: "A lay disciple?" If other people had said that, he would have walked away, but Xu Xian was really a natural-born Buddhist, and he couldn't bear to give up.

Xu Xian said with a sincere face: "I saw the master's skills yesterday, and I was filled with envy. I hope you can see it too. I have also been taught by others to practice, but there are some places where I can't get the hang of it, so I want to learn how to subdue monsters."

The secret to slaying demons." At that time, it is inevitable that I will be able to stop you from succumbing to demons.

Fa Hai walked around for a few steps, thought about it and said, "The Dharma is not taught lightly. You should understand this truth."

Xuanji learned Taoism because Yu Xuanji was his senior sister. In the real world of cultivation, the test for accepting disciples is so strict that it is terrifying.

Xu Xiandao: "That's natural. If you have any requests, please just come through and I'll do my best."

Fahai said: "Okay, come with me!" As he said that, he walked towards the Sutra Pavilion of Lingyin Temple.

Approximately at the gate of the Sutra Pavilion, you can see mountains and seas of books inside, which are the "Sutra", "Rule" and "Treatise" of the Tripitaka.

"Sutra" is a record of the words and deeds of Buddha during his lifetime.

"Law" refers to various clear rules and precepts in Buddhism.

"Treatise" is the explanation and reading of various Buddhist teachings, which is the most extensive part.

Fahai said: "Since you practice Buddhism, you must not know the Buddhist scriptures. Although you are not willing to become a monk, you are not very interested in Buddhism, so memorize the 'sutra' for me."

Xu Xian was stunned, this is too exaggerated. People say that the scriptures are like a sea. Although the scriptures are much less than the scriptures, the number is still extremely terrifying. He is not a computer. Even if he has the ability to have a photographic memory, there is a limit.

He smiled bitterly and said: "Zen Master Fahai, may I ask for a time limit?" He knew that once Fahai had said his word, he would never take it back.

Fahai stretched out three fingers and said: "Three days."

You have to pay as much as you want to get, whether it is faith or talent, there is no reason to get it for free. And the avenue that Fahai refers to, if nothing else, just the thousand years of life, is what a human emperor spends

You can't get many things. To a certain extent, it is the broadest and most far-reaching path in the world.

Xu Xian sighed, is this the real way for practitioners to recruit disciples? Unless he has great perseverance, great wisdom, great merits, and great blessings, even if he kneels all over the three mountains and prays over the five mountains, it will be in vain. How can he meet that kind of pear?

Taoist priests are considered to have great blessings.

Xu Xian thought for a moment, clasped his hands together, and said with a serious face: "I'll give it a try!" Although it was almost an impossible task, he decided to give it a try. He couldn't give up without a fight.

Fahai was satisfied, without any complaints, but with many thoughts. The exam had started from just that moment. Although Xu Xian's talent was recognized, the subtleties of his character still needed to be carefully observed. A skilled craftsman must first understand before starting to carve.

The texture of the material requires not only teaching students according to their aptitude, adopting methods according to the situation, but also eliminating the bad and retaining the good, using strengths and avoiding weaknesses. This is the biggest test for a craftsman.

And Fahai is the best at saving people, just like the skilled craftsman. Now that a piece of material that will never be seen is placed in front of him, he is determined to think about it carefully. If the Taoist priest of that kind of pear opened a door for Xu Xian, it would be considered

Preaching. But today Fahai wants to bring Xu Xian into the door to teach him and resolve his doubts.

Which door is the door and what is the way? What depends is not Taoism or Buddhism, but only the mind of the practitioner.

To test whether the endorsement is true or false, the most important thing is to see his character and various strengths and weaknesses shown in the process. After all, he wants to accept a disciple who can practice the Buddha's way, not a disciple who can endorse.

Fahai said: "You go in, there are beds inside, and a novice will bring you food and drinks for three days."

Xu Xian nodded and said, "Yes, Master." Without hesitation, he entered the Scripture-Depository Pavilion.

Pan Yu came over and said, "Hanwen!" Xu Xian got up early today, saying he wanted to do something.

Xu Xian turned around and smiled and said: "Mingyu, please wait here for three days! I'm sorry, I can't accompany you these three days."

Pan Yu knew that he was very human, so he just smiled and said: "Go ahead, I'll wait for you here." He said silently in his heart: If you decide that it is your responsibility, then take it well!

Xu Xian smiled slightly, turned around and entered the Sutra Collection Pavilion. The vermilion door of the pavilion closed with a creaking sound.

Xu Xian's confident face fell down and he smiled bitterly.
Chapter completed!