The Stars Beyond

Chapter 43: Attracted A Buddha

Early in the morning, Pufa Temple appeared to be glistening in gold, bathed in the radiant light of the rising sun. The gentle and divine glow it emitted evoked a sense of reverence in those fortunate enough to behold its magnificence. Please visit fr𝐞𝐞w𝒏.𝒸𝑜𝔪 website to read fastest update

Wang Xuan, too, sensed the solemnity of the place. Regardless of his faith, he made sure to conduct himself properly in such a sacred space. His intention for visiting the temple today was to search for the peculiar Ascension Stones.

Although it was still early in the morning, there were already people offering incense. Throughout the year, the temple attracted a large number of visitors due to its immense significance in Buddhism.

The toll of a bell resonated through Pufa Temple, its deep and long peal reaching even An City in the distance. Accompanied by the rising sun, the sound of the bell brought an otherworldly calm upon those who heard it, as if it possessed the power to purge all the troubles of the world.

From a distance, Wang Xuan stood, silently observing the temple as it bathed in the gentle rays of the morning sun. He nodded solemnly, acknowledging the timeless influence of Buddhism that had persisted across dynasties. The atmosphere of the temple, the tolls of the bells, the lingering scent of incense, and the roof tiles gleaming in the sunlight had the power to soothe and bring tranquility to one’s mind.

“This ancient temple truly lives up to its reputation,” Wang Xuan thought to himself. He came here today hoping to witness the wonders left behind by the great sages.

As it was still early, Wang Xuan did not hurry into the temple. Instead, he leisurely walked around its perimeter, taking in the vastness and the grandeur of the building.

Ancient trees, ranging from thousand-year-old pines to centuries-old ginkgo trees, stood tall outside the temple. In the morning mist, illuminated by the sunlight, they appeared even more otherworldly, creating an enchanting aura.

“I sense mystery factors here,” Wang Xuan thought as he passed by these ancient trees. His heart filled with anticipation. The temple held many legends, often associated with the senior monks who had resided there.

Over the course of a thousand years, it was said that two senior monks had left behind their preserved bodies serving as testaments to their rigorous cultivation and pure heart. Wang Xuan had always been intrigued by the remains of such monks, desiring to witness them up close and verify their authenticity.

Moreover, Pufa Temple was known for its high number of senior monks who had left behind relics. Whether these relics were true or could be explained scientifically, they were all worthy of Wang Xuan’s exploration. He believed that if there were genuine relics, they would be similar to the Ascension Stones, containing the mysterious substances brought forth from the Inner Landscape by the great sages.

After completing a full circle around the temple, Wang Xuan was convinced that his journey would be worthwhile. Among the ancient trees outside, he had already sensed something peculiar. He could not help but wonder what awaited him inside the temple.

He continued his careful investigation until the stars were visible in the sky. Frustrated with his lack of progress within the temple courtyard, he decided to observe from a higher ground, hoping to find some clues.

As he walked outside, he sensed something peculiar again. When he reached a higher ground, he spotted a pool in the distance. Although very faint, he could sense the presence of mystery factors coming from it.

He was surprised. Even from a distance, he was able to detect the mysterious substance. This indicated that it was no ordinary matter; there might be a significant discovery waiting to be made.

As he approached, he became certain that this place was truly special. The pool was adjacent to a stone wall, from which the mysterious substance was actually flowing out from. Its enigmatic aura surpassed even that of the ancient temple.

After carefully exploring the area, Wang Xuan was slightly disappointed. The mysterious substance was evenly distributed throughout the rock wall, lacking in intensity. He soon figured out how it was formed. Senior monks in ancient times had sat here for years, facing the wall. The remnants of their mysterious substance had permeated the rock wall. Unfortunately, the quantity was not substantial enough to create Ancesion Stones.

Undeterred, Wang Xuan leaped up and scaled the stone wall. Once at the top, he found a suitable spot to meditate. He believed that the senior monks must have sat in this very place back in the days.

Closing his eyes, he silently activated the core technique of the Early Qin master, hoping to find some answers. His perception sharpened, sensing the evenly distributed mysterious substance on the stone wall stirring and converging towards him.

However, this place was no different from his initial assessment. The mysterious substance was not dense enough to form anything extraordinary. Nevertheless, he persisted. He continued to sit, absorbing this rare substance with the help of the core technique. After all, it held great benefits for nourishing the body and mind, which were difficult to come by in the modern world.

Time passed, and the mysterious substance on the stone wall gradually dissipated. It became almost impossible to capture. Wang Xuan exhaled a breath of frustration and prepared to stand up.

A chilling sensation suddenly washed over him. There was something strange surrounding him. It seemed that while he absorbed the mysterious substance, something beyond his imagination had attached itself to him.

In an instant, he leaped to his feet, a foreboding feeling settling in his heart.

“Don’t tell me I have now attracted a great Buddha... I just got rid of a celestial beauty not long ago!” Wang Xuan hair stood on it end. His perception was sharper now than before, thanks to his increased strength and improved mental focus.

If things went awry again, he felt the need to reassess the truth about the ascension to immortality. Perhaps there was another possibility or explanation to it.

“Could it be that... they didn’t fail back then? Is there still a chance for them to reappear?!” Wang Xuan’s mind raced with this speculation. The deeper he delved into his thoughts, the more shocked he became. He felt that there was an unimaginable secret lurking in this world, one that could shatter the very fabric of reality.

Feeling very unsettled, he swiftly left the area and hurried toward An City. He needed to confirm whether he had truly attracted another old-timer or a Buddha to his side.

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