At that time, Qingfeng Temple was still packed with people.

Lin Heng sat outside by himself, allowing the incense burners to worship freely. Occasionally, when some young people couldn't resist approaching for a chat, he would more or less respond to them.

This made many young girls' hearts race with excitement.

However, with the arrival of a group of uninvited guests, the atmosphere at Qingfeng Temple suddenly became much more eerie.

"Look, so many monks are coming up the mountain. What are they planning to do?"

The exclamations caught the attention of the visitors, and Lin Heng also turned his gaze towards the mountain path not far away. When he saw it was people from Zen Spirit Temple, he slightly furrowed his brow.

Fa Ling from Zen Spirit Temple was a well-known figure in Chang City. When many incense burners recognized him, they all showed worried expressions.

"The abbot of Zen Spirit Temple actually came to Qingfeng Temple. Could it be he's looking for trouble?"

"Probably not a good thing."

Many people murmured.

These were not malicious speculations.

It's just that over the years, Buddhism and Daoism have always been at odds. Now that Qingfeng Temple is just flourishing, monks from Zen Spirit Temple come together.

It's hard not to think negatively about this!

"No matter what, the Daoist Sect is a place of purity and should not be disturbed!"

Many who have become Lin Heng's believers stood firmly by his side, ready to advance and retreat with the Daoist.

This situation also caused Fa Ling and others, who were slowly approaching, to have eyes as dark as water.

"Not bad, not bad."

"He actually managed to develop a group of steadfast believers."

Du'e was unconcerned, his lips curled into a faint smile. Although his words were words of praise, there was unmistakable mockery in his tone.

Fa Ling worriedly said, "Uncle Master, with so many people here, challenging them might damage our Buddhist Sect's image of compassion in the eyes of the world, right?"

In fact, before they came, he had suggested coming up the mountain at midnight.

Because they were here to kill, and in broad daylight with so many eyes watching, no matter the outcome, it would likely harm the Buddhist Sect's reputation.

But Du'e coldly smiled and said, "Who said I'm going to kill him now?"

Fa Ling was taken aback: "Then why are we here?"

Du'e glanced at him indifferently: "Killing is easy, but to destroy the reputation of Daoism, one cannot rely solely on killing."

After some thought, Fa Ling suddenly realized and said, "Uncle Master, you mean to debate with him first?"

Du'e nodded, smiling: "That's right."

Upon hearing this, Fa Ling and the four elders exchanged looks.

In the years of the Buddhist-Daoist dispute, compared to all sorts of unknown hidden battles, what the public saw more were open confrontations!

What is open confrontation?

It's the open and honest ideological debate between Buddhism and Daoism!

In any place, for a religion to take root and grow, the most important thing is often not its power, but whether its teachings can be accepted by more people!

And in this regard, the compassion and equality preached by Buddhism are undoubtedly the fundamentals that allowed it to flourish in Dragon Country!

Thinking of this, the corners of Fa Ling and the others' mouths curled into smiles.

"Uncle Master's insight is indeed superior!"

...

The monks climbed up the mountain with large strides, arriving in front of Qingfeng Temple.

At that moment, the incense burners had mixed emotions.

Those who had become Lin Heng's believers were determined to defend the temple.

Some, who frequently visited Zen Spirit Temple, felt slightly guilty when they saw the abbot and several elders of the Kong character generation.

And another group of incense burners, who came simply because of online videos, were rubbing their hands in excitement.

Lin Heng alone was as calm as ever, seemingly indifferent.

"Observatory Master Lin of Qingfeng Temple is indeed a young hero."

Du'e was the first to speak. He looked at Lin Heng with a smile, a tone suggesting a senior praising a junior.

Lin Heng glanced at him without saying a word.

Seeing this, Du'e introduced himself with a smile: "My dharma name is Du'e, from the Great Brightness Temple."

A simple introduction.

But as soon as he spoke, even Lin Heng couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.

Needless to say, the incense burners looked at each other in shock.

"Great Brightness Temple? This old monk is actually from the Great Brightness Temple?"

"Wow... Dharma name Du'e. If I remember correctly, the Du generation should be at the elder level in the Great Brightness Temple, right?"

"Oh my, this is a divine monk from the Buddhist Sect!"

Many people gasped.

The Great Brightness Temple, hailed as the orthodox Buddhist Sect, and once was known for its saying that all world's martial arts emerged from 'brightness'. (Great Brightness Temple refers to that well-known listed large temple, everyone knows)

The monks who came out of there were all eminent monks of the times!

And this one here is from the Du generation!

Needless to say, the shock in everyone's hearts.

No wonder the abbot and elders of Zen Spirit Temple maintained a respectful posture beside this old monk.

"Oh, may I ask what brings the master here?"

After a brief surprise, Lin Heng calmly asked.

Du'e smiled slightly, clasped his hands together, and said:

"It's nothing significant, I've just heard of Observatory Master Lin's renowned reputation and wanted to see what kind of person you are."

As he spoke, he scrutinized Lin Heng with playful eyes, then said with a needle hidden in his words:

"After all, it's been many years since I've seen a Daoism master."

"Upon hearing that Daoism finally produced a notable figure, this old monk's heart was filled with joy, and hence I came here uninvited. I hope the Observatory Master will not take offense."

Du'e's words were extremely courteous.

Many incense burners secretly sighed, as expected of a high monk of the Buddhist Sect, behaving with such humility and courtesy as a senior, truly worthy of a great cultivator!

Of course, there were a few who felt the words weren't so pleasant to hear.

Especially the sentence, Daoism finally produced a notable figure...

This seemed like a sarcasm that Daoism had only produced useless people over the years?

"Sure enough, he comes with ill intentions..."

Lin Heng's eyes narrowed slightly, unwilling to engage in superficial pleasantries any longer, and bluntly said:

"If you have something to say, just say it."

"If not, don't disturb my cultivation!"

Lin Heng's words were concise and assertive.

Many incense burners secretly broke into a sweat for him.

The four elders of the Kong generation behind Fa Ling, unsurprisingly, had their faces darken.

Kong Xing even scolded: "Our Buddhist Sect's Zen Master came, and not only do you not treat him politely, but you're also so impatient? What kind of Dao are you cultivating?"

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the field instantly became tense.

Lin Heng's eyes slightly narrowed, looking at Kong Xing: "I cultivate following my heart, what, are you not convinced?"

A terrifying pressure instantly descended.

Kong Xing's body trembled, inexplicably feeling nervous, cold sweat dripping down his back, involuntarily taking a step back.

Until Du'e spoke.

"Observatory Master Lin is indeed a young hero, full of spirit."

"However, the reason this old monk came is simply to have an exchange of Buddhist Dharma and Daoist Skill with the Observatory Master."

"Considering the Observatory Master's profound cultivation, his research on Daoist philosophy should also be second to none. I wonder if the Observatory Master dares to enlighten us?"

Du'e's lips curled into a challenging smile.

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