Invasion Myth: Starting with the Schoolteacher

Chapter 321 The White Snake's Leifeng Pagoda
The Leifeng Pagoda was brightly lit.

As Xu Xuan walked along the quiet West Lake at night, pondering how to dispel demonic energy, he was suddenly struck by a bright light.

What is this? The Buddhist intent is so strong?

Master Fahai was extremely wary of any Buddhist aura; he hadn't encountered many good people among the monks in this world.

As soon as I got close, the light shot right through me.

If it weren't for the fact that the Holy Father had absolute confidence in the security of West Lake, they would have had to go all out at this point.

After all, the aura emanating from the humanoid creature that was approaching was quite strong.

I only felt half relieved after I saw his face clearly.

“Amitabha, it was Master Guangliang.”

"You've returned from vanquishing demons?"

Master Guangliang hasn't appeared for a long time; in fact, he returned just a few days after Xu Xuan led the team away from Qiantang.

Ever since Guo Bei orchestrated the mass conversion incident, the old monk has been dragged out to bolster the image of Buddhism.

A group of people were fiercely pursuing the Dalai Lama in Jiangnan. After being frightened by the Dalai Lama's counterattack, they quieted down for a few days, but then the pursuit continued for about half a year.

During the trip, I also visited several old friends, who all lamented how much the world has changed.

The number of demons and monsters is increasing, and the aura of impending doom is growing stronger, giving the impression of the end of a dynasty.

Finally, unable to find any trace of the Karmapa, they dispersed and went home.

After all, they are abbots or elders of various temples, and they can't all be wasting their time on fighting and killing.

"What happened that led you down the mountain so late?"

It's not that Xu Xuan asked so many questions; he was mainly worried.

Could it be that she came to investigate because she saw the lights on Leifeng Pagoda? Xiaoqing's current state could easily lead the master to misunderstand.

As a result, the master said he had gained some understanding of Buddhism and unknowingly walked down the mountain.

"Then I won't disturb the master's meditation on Buddhism."

Xu Xuan bowed, and the two parted ways.

Monks, after all, are about enlightenment.

Besides, even if there's some conspiracy, it doesn't matter, this is West Lake.

Just a few days ago, someone saw the Lord of West Lake wielding a spear that stretched for hundreds of miles, stabbing to death a top expert of the White Lotus Sect.

Once you get inside the tower and meet Miss Bai, just explain the situation.

A while after Xu Xuan left, Master Guangliang suddenly frowned.

The old monk seems to have received the Buddha's favor these past few days, and his progress in the Prajna Dharma has been rapid.

But speed is not necessarily good; perhaps it's time to slow down and return to the temple to solidify our foundation.

And I always feel like I've forgotten something, and
"Were we by the lake today?"

It seems like he appears in a different place every day. How can one comprehend Buddhism in such a way? What's the difference between this and being possessed by a demon?

Unfortunately, Buddhist insights suddenly resurfaced in his mind, causing him to fall into a state of complete absorption in the external world.

Lingyin Temple, on the Three Lives Stone.

The hunched-over, mad monk withdrew his gaze, which had been conveying Buddhist teachings from afar.

Guangliang's cultivation level was not weak, and if he were in the temple, he would inevitably have noticed it.

At this moment, the mad monk sitting cross-legged on the Three Lives Stone had cleared his cloudy eyes and made the best choice based on his instincts.

“Senior, this ‘Great Arhat Nandimitra Heart Sutra’ is too obscure. I should learn the basics with my fellow disciples before studying it.”

Sitting cross-legged on another rock is the monk Qingyou.

He became disheartened by his wife's situation and entered a Buddhist monastery, only to encounter this eccentric senior monk recently.

Every night I would be dragged to the Three Lives Stone to read scriptures.

At first, he wanted to report to the temple supervisor, but the words got stuck in his throat. He also couldn't bring himself to tell his fellow disciples.

Fortunately, the other party meant no harm, so I had no choice but to accept it. But even learning to read took half a year, let alone understanding the true meaning. I knew this was a tremendous opportunity, and what would happen if I couldn't seize it?

This isn't the first time I've suggested temporarily giving up my research, but each time I've only received two words in response.

"continue."

The hoarse voice was flat and emotionless.

Qingyou sighed and could only continue watching, taking pity on this senior monk.

At this moment, the mad monk's gaze had already fallen upon a figure by the West Lake.

"Die, die."

On the other side, Xu Xuan had already reached the foot of Leifeng Pagoda, and looking at the golden light above, he felt somewhat at ease.

It gave me the illusion of seeing a dim yellow light at my front door.

As you slowly walk to the top of the tower, familiar golden Sanskrit characters fill every corner.

It's clear that the Heart Sutra, a priceless treasure, has been brought out again.

Bai Suzhen was constantly chanting scriptures, which made her already beautiful figure even more holy.

A compassionate heart spread, and for a moment it was hard to distinguish which was the illusory image of the Bodhisattva and which was the White Snake Lady.

In the center of the golden light was Xiaoqing, who had transformed into human form. She lay there listlessly like a dead snake, her dazed and confused appearance a far cry from the vigor she had when she proclaimed herself king.

Occasionally, black smoke would rise from his body and be instantly burned into nothingness.

At first glance, this scene looks like the White Snake subduing a demon.

However, Bai Suzhen used Leifeng Pagoda to suppress Fahai and the Green Snake.
Isn't this tower a bit upside down in terms of the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches?

Upon seeing this, Mr. Xu greeted him first, and then said that he had seen Master Guangliang by the lake and was worried that the golden light emanating from Leifeng Pagoda these past few days might have been noticed.

As meticulous as he is, he naturally has to be wary of any unexpected events, especially since he is currently facing a death calamity.

Bai Suzhen said without even looking up, "It doesn't matter. If I don't want him to see it, he won't see it."

Okay, you're the boss, so you call the shots.

Just then, Xiaoqing's eyes suddenly sharpened, and demonic energy erupted from between her brows. She leaped up, ready to attack.

He then screamed and fell to the ground, the black energy being refined into nothingness by the golden light.

The older sister, feeling both distressed and repressive, said to Xu Xuan in an annoyed tone:

"Young Master Xu has come at the right time. Xiao Qing's demonic nature cannot be suppressed by the Heart Sutra at all."

"Could you explain your three methods?"

Then she saw Xu straighten his hair and clothes, and a sense of professionalism arose spontaneously.

At this moment, the person is not a monk, nor an instructor, but a seasoned professional demon possessor.

"Madam, please first move some space away from the area covered by the Heart Sutra."

Seeing that the Buddha's light had disappeared, Fahai calmly transformed into the form of a demonic monk, his appearance remarkably elegant.

With a wave of his hand, he used the Chains of Karmic Fire to trap the little demon that was trying to erupt again.

"Don't misunderstand, this is a method I have come to understand in the Pure Land School."

"Use the Buddha's heart to subdue the demonic nature."

Even after I tried to explain, the woman didn't seem to care.

This wasn't the first time Young Master Xu had fallen into demonic possession. He was somewhat worried when he returned from Guo Bei last time, but he's gotten used to it now.

On the contrary, the fact that these chains of karmic fire carried a hint of the Dao of Heaven made her even more concerned.

Xu Xuan was quite touched by the other party's understanding. If there were more understanding and kind girls like this in the world, he wouldn't have had to hide his identity.

Next, he placed his hand directly on Xiaoqing's head.

"A mirage, a dream, a fleeting illusion, hard to discern as real."

With practiced ease, he divided his attention between absorbing demonic energy and casting illusions.

(End of this chapter)