Who would’ve thought, even the Master fears a beating?
Ye Qiu couldn’t help but want to laugh.
If Master Du’e entered the Qian family, Old Master Qian and Qian Weidong’s couple would surely give him a cold reception, maybe even a thrashing.
After all, the Qian family’s third generation has only one male heir. If not for your persuasion, would Qian Duoduo have joined your sect?
“Master, aren’t you afraid I’d beat you?” Ye Qiu said with a smile.
Master Du’e replied, “This old monk believes Benefactor Ye is a reasonable man.”
Ye Qiu followed, “So, Master, are you saying my grandfather and uncle are unreasonable?”
“Not at all, not at all!” Master Du’e said. “The Qian family is a century-old scholarly household, how could they be unreasonable? It’s just that this matter involves the family’s lineage. I fear Old Qian and the others might get emotional if I show up.”
“But Benefactor Ye is different.”
“You always remain calm.”
Ye Qiu said, “Master, you’re mistaken. People have emotions and desires, how can anyone stay calm forever? Especially when it comes to loved ones, impulse often overrides reason.”
What’s that supposed to mean?
Are you going to hit me?
Master Du’e felt a bit panicked, quickly stepping back two paces.
Ye Qiu continued, “Master, you persuaded Duoduo to join your sect, yet let him bear everything alone. That’s not very fair.”
Qian Duoduo hurriedly said, “Master didn’t deceive me.”
Ye Qiu looked at Qian Duoduo with a slight smile. “There are countless temples in the world, why did you choose Tianlong Temple?”
“If Master Du’e hadn’t said something to you, would you have called him Master just now?”
“Duoduo, you can’t fool me.”
Qian Duoduo lowered his head.
“Amitabha!” Master Du’e chanted a Buddhist phrase. “Benefactor Ye, to be honest, when I first met this child Duoduo, I felt he had a destined bond with Buddhism.”
“After talking with him, I found his comprehension astonishing, a natural Buddhist prodigy. If he didn’t join the Buddhist path, it would be a great loss to Buddhism.”
“From that moment, I decided to guide him into Buddhism to cultivate and seek enlightenment.”
Ye Qiu was surprised. He hadn’t expected Master Du’e to hold Qian Duoduo in such high regard.
Is this old bald donkey trying to trick me?
Ye Qiu glanced at Master Du’e, noticing his serious expression, not like he was lying.
Master Du’e continued, “Not long ago, Duoduo faced setbacks in his love life and called me. I rushed from Tianlong Temple to Suzhou overnight and talked with him through the night.”
“After that long talk, Duoduo found enlightenment, decided to enter the Buddhist path, and joined my sect to cultivate.”
“Honestly, I was delighted but also worried, since he’s the only male heir of the Qian family’s third generation.”
“Fortunately, Benefactor Ye came and resolved this matter, or I wouldn’t have known what to do.”
“Benefactor Ye, thank you!”
Master Du’e bowed deeply to Ye Qiu, adding, “Our Tianlong Temple follows a single lineage. From now on, Duoduo is not only my disciple but also the future abbot of Tianlong Temple.”
“Benefactor Ye, rest assured, I will teach him everything I know.”
“I also believe that soon, Duoduo will surpass me and become a great divine monk!”
Ye Qiu smiled, “Master, if I hadn’t met you here, I would’ve gone to Tianlong Temple to find you.”
“You and Master Kongjian have shown me great kindness, and I’ve always been grateful.”
“I’m heading to the cultivation world soon and wanted to pass on a Buddhist secret technique to you before I leave.”
Ye Qiu extended his palm, and in the next second, a radiant “卍” symbol floated above it.
Master Du’e clearly recognized it, exclaiming excitedly, “This is…”
“Master, clear your mind,” Ye Qiu said, pressing his palm to Master Du’e’s forehead.
Instantly, Master Du’e entered a state of enlightenment.
Several minutes passed.
Ye Qiu withdrew his hand, seeing Master Du’e with eyes closed, still in contemplation, and pulled Qian Duoduo aside.
“Duoduo, the path of cultivation and enlightenment is lonely and arduous. Since you’ve made your choice, I hope you’ll persevere.”
“Buddhism speaks of purifying the six senses, but that doesn’t mean cutting off family ties. Even immortals have emotions, let alone mortals.”
“So, I hope you’ll visit your grandfather and uncle when you have time.”
Qian Duoduo nodded slightly, “I will.”
Ye Qiu took out a jade pendant and handed it to Qian Duoduo. “Keep this with you. It can turn danger into safety.”
“Thank you, cousin,” Qian Duoduo said, putting the pendant around his neck.
Ye Qiu added, “I’m going to the cultivation world soon and may be gone for a long time. If you encounter trouble, you can seek help from Sister Lin.”
“Got it,” Qian Duoduo said. “Cousin, take care!”
At that moment, Master Du’e opened his eyes, walked to Ye Qiu, and bowed deeply. “Thank you, Benefactor Ye, for imparting the Swastika Symbol. I’m deeply grateful.”
“No need for formalities, Master. Back at Tianlong Temple, I comprehended the Six Meridians Divine Sword, and Master Kongjian empowered me. I owe you my thanks,” Ye Qiu said. “Master, I entrust Duoduo to you from now on.”
Master Du’e said solemnly, “Rest assured, Benefactor Ye, I will do my utmost to guide Duoduo.”
Ye Qiu said, “Thank you, Master. I won’t invite you in today. When I return from the cultivation world, I’ll visit you at Tianlong Temple.”
“Amitabha, may Benefactor Ye have a smooth journey. I’ll await your visit at Tianlong Temple.”
Master Du’e pressed his palms together, bowed, and said, “Duoduo, let’s go.”
Qian Duoduo knelt, kowtowed three times toward the Qian family mansion, gave Ye Qiu a deep look, and followed Master Du’e.
“Who’d have thought, that carefree kid would enter the Buddhist path? Is it a blessing or a curse?”
Only when Qian Duoduo and Master Du’e were out of sight did Ye Qiu return to the courtyard.
He immediately began treating Qian Weidong.
Middle-aged men, nine out of ten are weak, and the tenth is a quick shot.
Qian Weidong had a minor issue, like a steamed eggplant, always soft. Fortunately, Ye Qiu’s medical skills were exceptional, and Qian Weidong was cured on the spot.
Then, Ye Qiu tuned Old Master Qian’s health and gave them several jade pendants.
Finally, he gifted Guo Yuting a beauty-preserving pill.
Who doesn’t want eternal youth? Hearing the pill’s effects, Guo Yuting was overjoyed.
Evening.
Ye Qiu had dinner at the Qian household and then took his leave.
Nine o’clock at night.
Ye Qiu’s plane landed at Jiangzhou Airport.
As he exited the cabin, he saw Xiao Zhan waiting below.
“I didn’t tell Xiao Zhan to pick me up. How’s he here?”
Ye Qiu felt a headache coming on. “Looks like I can’t avoid seeing Yiren!”
