Fighting: I am Han Feng, I respect my teacher

Han Feng smiled and said, "It is indeed a great opportunity, but I must also thank Elder Shi for his kindness in bestowing the Dharma upon me back then. Without your Brahma Mantra, I would not have been able to comprehend it."

"The beginning and end of a cycle are predestined. Elder Han is a person with a predestined connection, and it is fitting that he has made this progress."

Shi Yuan smiled.

"What happened to the girl who used to be by your side?"

Han Feng suddenly asked.

He remembered that Shi Yuan had a disciple named Qin Miaoyin.

Upon hearing this, Shi Yuan's expression changed slightly. Han Feng keenly noticed that a trace of grief, helplessness, and self-blame flashed through the other party's heart.

"She has found a better home."

Shi Yuan closed his eyes, concealing the sorrow revealed in his heart.

Little did he know that Han Feng had already sensed the turmoil in his heart.

"What happened?"

Shi Yuan nodded slightly, but was unwilling to say more.

"Elder Han, this humble monk has one last request."

Han Feng's expression changed as he sensed that the life force within Shi Yuan's body was rapidly receding.

He immediately prepared to extend Shi Yuan's life, but saw the other party slowly raise his hand, stopping his actions.

"Elder Han, this humble monk has lived long enough, and my life has come to an end. There is no need to trouble yourself any further."

"If Elder Han has the time in the future, could you please send my relics to the Dongxuan Buddhist Sect and give them to my senior brother Faming?"

Han Feng froze, and seeing Shi Yuan's gaze, he finally sighed.

"Go well."

Shi Yuan smiled with relief and slowly put his hands together in prayer.

He drank the tea in his cup in one gulp, then got up and walked towards the door.

"Elder Han, take care!"

Han Feng watched his figure gradually disappear into the distance, knowing that this parting was the last time they would meet.

Shi Yuan returned to his courtyard, where he was alone in the room, feeling lonely and desolate.

Images of his life flashed through his mind, and a sudden realization dawned on his eyes.

"Amitabha."

Golden light emanated from his body, and Shi Yuan's body vanished within it. As the last vestige of life dissipated, a golden relic took Shi Yuan's place.

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Han Feng remained silent as he looked at the golden relic on the seat.

They finally reunited, but the reunion was fleeting.

Shi Yuan died willingly, leaving no trace of his soul. Like most ordinary people, he quietly ended his life.

Han Feng put the item into a treasure box and noticed a letter on the table.

Upon opening it, one finds it to be the last words of the monk Yuan.

"In his life, Shi Yuan has no grand or dramatic deeds. Since leaving the Buddhist order and entering the world for trials, he has almost gone astray, violated the precepts, and had no face to return to the Buddhist order. However, Shi Yuan keeps the teachings of the Buddhist order in mind and helps those in need when he encounters injustice. If he spends the rest of his life as a helpful ascetic monk, it will not be a waste of the Buddhist order's training."

"Even though I put my knowledge into practice, things are unpredictable. Demons are rampant, and I can only suppress them by risking my life."

“My disciple Miaoyin is intelligent, kind, and exceptionally talented. My biggest regret is that after bringing her to the Valley of Sound, I neglected to take care of her, causing her to stray from the right path.”

"But there is no medicine for regret in this world. I only hope that Miaoyin can treat herself with sincerity in the future and live a new life."

"Elder Han, by the time you see this letter, this humble monk will have already left this world. It is a great pity that I will no longer be able to share wine and conversation with you. I apologize, I apologize. The first precept I broke was my love of drinking, haha."

"There is a hidden compartment in the third column and fifth row on the left side of the bookshelf. The contents inside might be of some help to Elder Han."

The letter ended abruptly. Han Feng put the letter away, went to the bookshelf, found the location described, and pressed the button.

Click.

The hidden compartment in the room opened, and Han Feng went in to take a look. He found that it contained Buddhist classics, which were written by the monk Shi Yuan himself, stroke by stroke.

These things are of little value to outsiders, but for Han Feng, who is just beginning his journey into Buddhism, they provide a direction for learning.

From the day the Heart Flame of Fallen Awakened, Han Feng had a vague suspicion that the "Burning Technique" might be related to Buddhism and Taoism.

Elder Shi Yuan's gift was indeed of great help to Han Feng.

Han Feng sighed, realizing that the other person had already passed away.

"Yingu..."

What changes occurred in the disciple of the Venerable Master that led him to write about his deepest regret in the letter?

Han Feng couldn't help but think of his own experience with Yao Chen.

A sense of unease arose out of nowhere.

I doubt that the teacher, like Elder Shi, couldn't understand and committed suicide.

Han Feng's expression shifted between light and dark.

After thinking about it carefully, I realized that the teacher probably wouldn't do that.

Elder Shi Yuan chose to end his own life because he didn't have much time left, but his teacher was a Dou Zun, whose soul origin and life level were higher than that of a Dou Zong.

His chances of surviving are still quite high.

However, they had to speed things up. Han Feng felt guilty at the thought that Yao Chen might end up like Shi Yuan, dying quietly somewhere after being heartbroken by his disciple.

Shi Yuan's experience served as a mirror for Han Feng, prompting him to secretly decide to speed up his progress.

They wouldn't care even if they had to resort to special methods.

The next morning, Han Feng explained to Su Qian the matter of Elder Shi Yuan's passing away.

Su Qian immediately let out a long sigh.

"He was a friend of the dean, and the two had a very good relationship. It's a pity that the dean has not returned yet, and we were unable to see him one last time."

Han Feng expressed his desire to preserve Shi Yuan's courtyard, and Su Qian agreed.

Two days later, Han Feng left Canaan Academy and returned to Maple City.

At this time, Maple Forest Guard had already notified all the forces, large and small, in the Black Corner Region, inviting them to attend the Full Moon Banquet three days later.

Han Feng decided to complete the formal unification of the Black Corner Region at the banquet.

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Su Mei, the leader of the Rakshasa Sect, arrived in Maple City with the treasures she was presenting.

Having heard that Lord Han has finally returned, she, as a "veteran" who had long since submitted, naturally had to express her support.

Now that the Rakshasa Sect's strength can rank among the top ten in the Black Corner Region, Su Mei is very glad that she made the decision back then.

With alluring steps, Su Mei entered the city gate.

She went directly to the city lord's mansion to visit Han Feng.

However, the Maple Forest Guards stopped her: "Sect Leader Su, the City Lord has ordered that no outsiders be received today."

outsider?

Su Mei was taken aback and glanced at the City Lord's Mansion with a hint of disappointment.

I wish I could become his wife someday.

She was indulging in unrealistic fantasies.

Maple Pavilion and Bamboo Grove.

The immense battle qi within Han Feng's body slowly circulated, breaking through its limits and reaching the two-star Dou Zun realm.

Reaching the Dou Zun level requires a long period of time to accumulate each star level, unless one absorbs energy to reach the Dou Zun level of a different fire.

However, due to the search for Yao Chen, Han Feng was unable to attend to Xuan Huang Yan's affairs immediately.

So for now, we can only take it slowly.

However, now that Han Feng's soul has recovered, he can unleash his full power without any restraint, so a six-star Dou Zun is Han Feng's true combat strength.

Under the nurturing of the Vermilion Bird's spirit, the Crimson Emperor Armor gradually gained spirituality and its functions were unlocked.

The most powerful ability is to unleash the laws of fire, opening up a small-scale Crimson Emperor Domain.

This is an ability possessed only by those at the level of a half-saint or higher.

However, with a sacred weapon, it can be used even at the Dou Zun level.

With the Crimson Emperor Domain, even a high-level Dou Zun is nothing to fear.

Han Feng walked out of the bamboo house and arrived at the tomb that Yao Chen had built when he first transmigrated.

[The Tomb of My Beloved Teacher, Yao Chen]

Han Feng reached out and gently wiped the dust off the tombstone.

This cemetery was not just erected for Yao Chen in this world.

It was also erected for Yao Chen in his previous life.

"Teacher, I will definitely find you."

Han Feng muttered to himself.

A southerly wind blows, and the bamboo leaves rustle.

Han Feng raised his head, letting the breeze caress his cheeks, enjoying a moment of peace.

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A full moon night.

This is a very traditional festival.

Due to the significant celestial features, tonight's moon will appear at its fullest shape of the year.

For cultivators, this day is also a day of blessing, when the energy of heaven and earth is higher than at other times.

Many practitioners who don't have enough resources look forward to this day, as attempting to break through to the next level at midnight is easier than usual.

As evening fell, the banquet in Maple City began.

The leaders of various factions in the Black Corner Region entered the venue one by one and took their seats according to their status.

Sitting at the front were Fang Yan, the Grand Elder of Demon Flame Valley, and Mo Tianxing of Black Emperor Sect.

Fang Yan is a powerful expert at the peak of the Nine-Star Douhuang realm. The Valley Master of Demon Flame Valley, Old Ghost Earth Demon, is in seclusion year-round, so he usually manages the entire force.

Fang Yan came to keep his appointment because the old demon was still in seclusion.

Mo Tianxing's aura has become much more profound. When I first met him, he had just broken through to the Dou Zong level, but now he has probably reached the level of a mid-level Dou Zong.

When it was almost time, Han Feng entered from backstage.

His appearance instantly attracted the attention of everyone present.

When Mo Tianxing saw Han Feng again, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

Logically speaking, Han Feng should be in his prime and should not have gray hair so early. Could it be that he has damaged his essence over the years?

Fang Yan also began to think.

The Black Corner Region is a battleground for interests. Recently, the rapid development of Maple City has made many forces envious, including Demon Flame Valley.

However, since the other party is a city that urgently needs pills, Demon Flame Valley does not dare to offend them easily.

But if Han Feng gets into trouble, then Fengcheng can make a fuss about it.

"I thank you all for coming from afar to attend the Full Moon Banquet in Fengcheng."

"I've been wandering around Zhongzhou for years and haven't been back for a long time. I've become estranged from everyone. Now that I'm back, I want to take advantage of the festival to get to know you all better."

Upon hearing this, many forces echoed his sentiments.

"You're too kind, Your Majesty."