Lao Gong's words, let my thoughts become calm.
Who is this person?
I guess I already know.
Agong Lama said that after the death of the 13th Chanjin, there was no reincarnation.
According to his statement, this is very abnormal. The current Wulawu Yuan relies entirely on past intimidation to maintain balance with Heichengsi.
"It's about finding the Chanjin," I replied to Lao Gong.
"That's right, that's why we should not care about any hardships, we can only watch. The lamas here are quite different from what we know," Lao Gong licked his corner of the mouth and smiled, "The Black City Temple is quite similar to most outside. This world is really troublesome."
"Perhaps, it's because in the past few years, this place has never truly been at peace, so the Bodhisattva of Life keeps reincarnating and rebirthed. Now that everything is peaceful and the Five Towers Buddhist Temple protects this area, and Heichengsi also hides from view, he won't go rebirthed anymore." I spoke again.
Lao Gong's eyes lit up as he said, "That's it! The Agong Lama closed the temple, keeping the lamas away, just to force the Living Buddha to appear. He has something valuable; he would rather have a Living Buddha than have you and your father die in vain, just like how Ju Qu Shan insists on having three real people."
For a moment of silence, I replied, "What if I can't find him?"
"Hmm... Then you could try really muddying the water and attracting the true people from Ju Qu Shan, avoiding Old He. Agong Lama's strength should also be at the level of true people. Chanjin and Xinbo are equivalent to the top-level emerging souls, and Heichengsi may not lack true people-level black demons. It might easily break Old He's old bones." Lao Gong licked his tongue and seemed extremely hesitant again.
"However, I think it's best not to do that. After all, as Agong Lama said, without the guidance of a Living Buddha, none of the lamas in the Five Lamas Temple can enter Heichengsi, and their tasks are even more cruel."
After a long detour, things are still back to their original point.
Before I realize it, I have walked a considerable distance. Looking back, I can't even see the mountain where the Five Towers Buddhist Temple is located, nor can I see the red house.
The night sky is desolate with scattered stars, occasionally interrupted by the harsh, raucous calls of vultures, which disturb the peace of mind.
Lao Gong sings his obscene song in a soft voice, adding a few touches of horror and eeriness to this quiet, deserted grassland.
I have a rough sense of direction, knowing where to get to the county town area.
First, I need to calm down before I can truly do this thing well.
With a hope, I contacted my dad again, but still couldn't get in touch. Only then did I finally give up.
I didn't contact my mom.
She must know about this decision.
And, she is surely suffering more than I or anyone else. My query may make it even harder for her to bear.
Of course, that doesn't mean I can't ask Moding.
After the phone call was connected, Moding answered my questions without actually answering them, keeping on saying that my dad is still in Daxiang City until I was very confident that I knew everything. Only then did Moding remain silent for a long time and say an "I'm sorry."
I'm stunned.
How can I expect Moding to apologize to me?
She might be thinking that she's holding us back?
Without waiting for Moding to show her attitude, I clearly told him that all of this was my fault. However, I assured her that she could be at ease, as I was already looking for a way to break the impasse and informed Moding of everything I had interacted with Agong Lama.
After that, Moding became much more composed. She repeatedly warned me to take care of my own safety.
We talked about a few details, including when my dad left Moding's home and the phone call ended.
"About the time I met Jingjia Lama, my father left Daxiang City and should be close to Agong Lama's location. It's even possible that he was already there when we left. Maybe he arrived before us." I turned to look at Lao Gong, and in an instant, feelings of agitation and frustration began to surge again.
"Calm down, keep quiet, old man. It's not that fast. If Xinbo really wanted to use the elder directly, he would have done so by now. To be honest, the elder's level isn't high, it doesn't match yours. Otherwise, why would the Black Demons keep looking for you one after another? The elder is more of a substitute. They would only consider rebirth if they really couldn't find you at all or if Xinbo is truly near his end," Lao Gong whispered in my ear.
I recited the Buddhist mantra for purifying the mind, using only Taoist magic to calm my inner self.
Having walked a long distance, I looked up and saw a small town quietly standing on the plateau, and Daxiang had arrived. The urban area was not bright with much light, and everything appeared quiet.
According to Lao Gong's suggestion, I first found a hotel to settle in.
When I arrived at the front desk, because of my attire, the staff were very respectful to me and even spoke in Tibetan instead of Mandarin.
This confuses me.
I simply didn't say much, just stood quietly, waiting for her to hand over the room key, and then silently walked towards the elevator.
By chance, a gentle click sound, and the elevator door opened. In that moment, I slightly lowered my head, so that the monk's robe covered most of my face.
The person inside quickly walked out, but he made a gesture of hands together and gave me a bow before leaving in a hurry.
I entered the elevator, pressed the floor button, and as the elevator door slowly closed, I saw that person's retreating figure and muttered, "Luokang."
Lao Gong wasn't on my shoulder, he reacted faster and hid himself when he saw a familiar face.
Only after the elevator door was completely closed did Lao Gong poke his head out and mutter softly, "What a coincidence! Agong Lama missed to remind you one thing. You still need to avoid the Luo family. They are the watchdogs of Heichengsi. Hmm, they are really troublesome."
"The closure of the Five Towers Buddhist Temple and the quiet of Heichengsi means that the Luo family is about to show off their strength. This matter isn't going to be easy to handle."
I furrowed my brow, without saying more.
I arrived at my room, closed the door.
Lao Gong had already jumped to the position by the window, looking down at the street below.
I walked over there as well, but I couldn't see where Luokang went.
"Let's try not to cause any trouble. I won't provoke them unless it's absolutely necessary," I said in a low voice.
"Huh... old man, I just want to say one thing you don't like. There's nothing in this world that goes smoothly or instantly. You encountering the Luo family today means that they will definitely add more trouble to your life and get involved with you again. Just think about it, when we saved people, set fire, and let Heichengsi lose the elder, do you think the watchdog of Heichengsi was happy? A temple was robbed, and the watchdog was probably beaten badly."
Lao Gong's words, I really don't want to hear.
At this critical moment, I really don't want to encounter any more trouble.
"Sleep, sleep. There will always be a way out when the car reaches the mountain. We'll see about good or bad tomorrow." Lao Gong looked at the bed.
Instead of lying directly down, I went into the bathroom. After witnessing Agong Lama dismembering the body, I felt sticky with grease on my body.
After washing up, I felt a bit more refreshed.
After lying down and closing my eyes, I felt a sudden coolness.
I turned my head and opened my eyes, only to meet a pair of eyes!
