The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 678

Chapter 678: Chapter 674 Chapter 678: Chapter 674 “My apologies for the madman's rudeness, having torn the monk's robes. Allow me to apologize.” The squad leader, seeing Chan'er in his Buddhist attire, quickly rushed over and gave a bow as he spoke.

Although Chan'er was young, the squad leader did not dare underestimate him. There were indeed numerous young high monks revered across the Thirty-Six Nations of the Western Regions, several of whom belonged to the Black Chicken Kingdom.

“Clothing is but an external possession; its tearing is merely due to its karma, benefactor, there is no need to concern yourself. However, who is that frenzied man who was asking this humble monk about the benevolent one who could cross him over?” Chan'er asked after returning the bow.

“He's a madman. No one knows where he came from. He's been wandering around Red Valley City for years, babbling nonsense. Master Chan'er, please pay him no mind.” The squad leader assured him with a smile.

“Amitabha, that man is quite pitiable. Benefactor Shen, Benefactor Bai, can you cure him?” Chan'er, having taken a compassionate glimpse at the madman being dragged away and carelessly muttered a Buddhist chant, then asked Shen Luo and Bai Xiaotian.

“I checked the man out just now and his body is very healthy. His madness is likely a mental issue, I'm afraid it might not be easy to treat.” Bai Xiaotian said with some difficulty.

Hearing this, Chan'er sighed, before choosing not to speak further on the subject.

“May I ask where you three hail from and why you have come to Red Valley City?” The squad leader asked once the conversation was over.

“We have come from the Central Earth Datang and it is our first time in Red Valley City.” Bai Xiaotian replied, performing a Buddhist salute with one hand.

“The Central Earth Datang, are you here to participate in the Mahayana Dharma Assembly?” The squad leader brightened up.

“Exactly, when will the Mahayana Dharma Assembly be held?” Chan'er was about to speak when Shen Luo anticipated her and asked the question.

“The Mahayana Dharma Assembly is scheduled for May 18th, a dozen days from now. Dear guests, please allow me to take you to the posthouse for some rest. I will send word to the venerable monks of the Sacred Lotus Assembly shortly.” The squad leader hurriedly spoke.

“Thank you for the trouble, Captain.” Shen Luo said with a smile.

The squad leader dismissed the thanks and immediately ordered his subordinates to bring a carriage. After inviting the three to board, he personally drove it into the city.

“Benefactor Shen, we did not come to Red Valley City to attend the Mahayana Dharma Assembly. It's not right to lie.” Chan'er said, raising an eyebrow.

“Don't stick with the rigidities, Master Chan'er. Weren't you quite interested in the Mahayana Dharma Assembly? We did indeed come from the Central Earth, so let's just see what grand event this Mahayana Dharma Assembly is, and also get some understanding of Red Valley City, which will be beneficial for our future actions.” Shen Luo replied with a smile.

“Alright” Chan'er sighed in concession.

The carriage continued its journey, quickly arriving at the posthouse.

As the Mahayana Dharma Assembly was not too far off, the place was already populated with some people, mostly diplomats and monks from different countries.

With Datang being a prominent nation in Central Earth, especially after Jinchanzi's pilgrimage to the west, the Mahayana Sutra was introduced amongst the nations of the Western Regions. As a result, Datang's status in the Western Regions drastically increased. The posthouse arranged the best accommodations for the three, an independent courtyard, and assigned a servant named Duke to them.

“Duke, we have journeyed far from Datang, and are not very familiar with the Mahayana Dharma Assembly. Could you tell us who is presiding over the assembly and why so many people are participating?” Shen Luo asked.

“The Mahayana Dharma Assembly is convened by Master Lin Da. Because of his esteemed reputation, he is able to invite virtuous monks from the Thirty-Six Nations of the Western Regions to attend.” Duke replied, his face filled with admiration, seeming to revere Lin Da.

“Master, you're referring to Lin Da, the Master of the Sacred Lotus Dharma Altar?” Shen Luo raised an eyebrow, turning to Bai Xiaotian.

Bai Xiaotian too shook his head, indicating that he did not know the person either.

“Yes. Although Master Lin Da is highly respected in the Thirty-Six Nations of the Western Regions, he is not very old. He rose to prominence in various countries only in his twenties. As esteemed guests from the far-off Central Earth Datang, you may not be aware.” Duke elaborated.

“Oh, it seems this Lin Da is quite a legendary figure from the Black Chicken Kingdom, can you tell us more about him?” Shen Luo asked curiously.

“Master Lin Da hails from a small temple in our Black Chicken Kingdom. From a young age, he was extraordinarily intelligent and well-versed in Buddhist principles. At the age of ten, he could even debate the Dharma with the former head of the Sacred Lotus Dharma Altar, Master Jiumoluo. Later, in pursuit of the true essence of Buddhism, he traveled alone through the Thirty-Six Buddhist Countries of the Western Regions, slaying demons and spreading the true essence of Buddhism. His fame spread widely across the countries. Eight years ago, a True Immortal Demon from the North ravaged several countries in the Western Regions, leading a few smaller countries to nearly collapse. Master Lin Da fought the demon alone, eventually subduing it and converting it to Buddhism. The Thirty-Six Nations of the Western Regions unanimously recognized him as the best in Zen.” Duke explained with unabashed pride.

“Subduing a True Immortal Demon!” Shen Luo was greatly shocked.

The fact that there was a True Immortal Realm master in the small Black Chicken Kingdom moved Bai Xiaotian as well.

“Is this Lin Da presently in Red Valley City? Duke, could you perhaps introduce this humble monk to him? It would be remiss not to visit such a grand master.” Chan'er requested.

“Master Lin Da declared a retreat a few days ago in preparation for the Mahayana Dharma Assembly and may not be available at this time. But Master Chan'er, you need not worry, you will be able to meet him at the Mahayana Dharma Assembly.” Duke responded, somewhat embarrassed.

“Okay.” Chan'er agreed, not insisting any further.

Shen Luo then asked Duke about various aspects of Red Valley City and the Thirty-Six Nations of the Western Regions. Although Duke was only a mortal, he knew quite a bit, and answered each of Shen Luo's questions.

Shen Luo gradually had a deeper understanding of the various countries in the Western Regions. Just as he was about to inquire about the situation in the refining world of Red Valley City, footsteps were heard from outside, with four or five people dressed in bright red monk robes entering.

The two leading monks were tall; one of them wore a golden crown and held a giant Chan Stick, looking somewhat out of place.

The other was a thin, dried-up old man. His hands and feet were as thin as bamboo shoots, and he walked with a tremble, as if the slightest breeze could blow him over, which concerned onlookers.

Shen Luo sized them up. His facial expression was unchanged, but in his heart, he tensed.

Though the two were suppressing their cultivation, his transformed eyes could still clearly see their cultivation realm. The aura of their mana was strong, their cultivation levels reaching the Late Nascent Soul Stage, with the dried-up old monk almost towards the Peak Nascent Soul.

“Hehe, I heard that high monks from Datang have arrived. This is indeed an honor not only for Red Valley City but for the entire Black Chicken Kingdom. Apologies for not extending a prompt reception, please kindly overlook it.” The dried-up old monk looked at Shen Luo and the others, chuckling.

The other monk with the golden crown, who was about to say something, suddenly fixed his gaze on Shen Luo's eyes. Anger etched deep in his eyes, followed by a trace of delight, before he finally concealed all expressions.

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