The crowd, upon hearing this, seemed thoughtful.

Shi Shen stood up, speaking forcefully: "Immediately, spread over the internet all the scams and deceptions by charlatans across the regions over the years, push all of Daoism's dark secrets back to the trending topics."

"Additionally, secretly offer a hefty sum to gather information on that Daoist; anyone who can provide dirt on him will be rewarded with five million!"

"If we're going to fight, let's fight a media war!"

"Let's see what that Daoist uses to fight against us!"

Shi Shen's expression was proud.

The heads and elders all sneered coldly.

Media war?

This was a game they excelled at.

...

At noon that day.

As the Du'e incident escalated, the Great Brightness Temple finally responded.

The contemporary abbot, facing the crowds of journalists outside the temple gates, expressed his deep regret for failing to supervise the monks within the temple.

After a tearful reflection, the abbot publicly announced.

From today, he would resign from the position of abbot and face the wall in the Buddhist Hall to atone and eliminate his sins!

This news, once out, shook the entire internet.

"Wow, the Great Brightness Temple actually responded, didn't expect things to get so serious that the abbot would step down outright..."

"Looks like the power of netizens is indeed strong."

"I have to say, this attitude is still commendable."

"Sigh, it seems the abbot is also frustrated, with someone in the sect not following the rules, yet it's the abbot who faces the wall in reflection. It seems it's not easy being a big shot in the Upper Buddhism Sect..."

Countless netizens discussed fervently, filled with emotions regarding the abbot's resignation.

Some people thought it was deserved, while others believed the failure in supervision was not worth such a consequence.

But regardless of the side, everyone expressed full approval of the Great Brightness Temple's abbot's apologetic resignation attitude.

Apart from the abbot's resignation, the Great Brightness Temple also released an announcement at the same time.

"From today, all temples nationwide will self-inspect. Anyone who doesn't follow the rules will face Buddhist Sect punishment and be expelled from the Buddhist register forever, never to be taken back!"

"We welcome supervision and reports from all sectors, immensely grateful!"

This announcement once again shook the entire internet.

"Wow, this move by the Great Brightness Temple is beyond words. They aren't avoiding, denying, admitting mistakes bravely, correcting them proactively, truly a role model for the Buddhist Sect!"

"Haha, I've long been displeased with some monks. Now with nationwide self-checks, those rotten bugs in the Buddhist Sect must be panicking."

"The Buddhist Sect has developed too quickly over these years; many monks' characters can't withstand scrutiny."

"Just like that Observatory Master said before, now monks are all about accumulating wealth, all fat and sleek, and the incense in the temple can even rival a company's revenue."

"Being able to thoroughly rectify, that would be great!"

"Agreed!"

...

In recent years, temples have been built all over the country, with more and more monks, and also more who aren't following the rules.

It has long caused dissatisfaction among people from all sectors of society.

But always, considering the power of the Buddhist Sect, everyone has been afraid to speak out.

But today, the announcement from the Great Brightness Temple means temples across the country will begin to rectify.

No matter the result, at least this attitude has received everyone's approval.

Perhaps due to this incident, or perhaps because of Lin Heng repeatedly showcasing his skills.

On the second and third day after subduing Du'e.

The incense offerings at Qingfeng Temple reached an unprecedented height since its construction.

The swarm of incense burners nearly filled the entire White Cliff Mountain.

Truly achieving a state of being packed with crowds!

Even the Spirit Suppression Bureau had to send people to maintain order, the terrifying influx goes without saying.

"Observatory Master, why do I feel like you want to drive people away?"

In the corner behind the Daoist Temple, Yan Tong, standing beside Lin Heng, couldn't help but burst out laughing at the Daoist's resentful expression.

Lin Heng sighed: "Indeed, I really want to drive people away. With so many incense burners, I have no peace at all."

Before, the Daoist Temple was deserted, he could sit wherever he wanted.

Now the Daoist Temple is crowded, he barely has a place to land his feet.

Who wouldn't find it annoying?

"Haha, that's true. For someone cultivating, incense offerings are far less satisfying than tranquility."

Yan Tong covered her mouth and laughed.

Lin Heng looked helpless, then asked, "Are the Spirit Suppression Bureau people recovering well?"

Yan Tong nodded: "Thanks to the Observatory Master's blessing, after stabilizing the injuries that day, the higher-ups distributed a lot of elixirs, and after resting for a few days, everyone's condition has improved a lot. I came specially today to thank you, Observatory Master."

As she spoke, she took out a small box from her arms, carefully opened it, revealing a crystal-clear golden elixir inside.

Lin Heng raised an eyebrow, just a breath made him feel comfortable throughout his body.

Yan Tong said: "This is the only Seventh Grade Elixir distributed by the headquarters, said to be obtained from dealings with Dragon and Tiger Mountain decades ago, greatly beneficial for enhancing cultivation, and the headquarters specifically asked us to deliver it to you as a small token of thanks!"

"Seventh Grade?"

Lin Heng was mildly startled, no wonder this elixir looked so extraordinary, it truly was a supreme Treasure Pill!

"Elixirs of this grade aren't commonly seen even at your headquarters, right? And yet they've given it to me?" Lin Heng seemed a bit embarrassed.

But Yan Tong earnestly said: "Not only do you have a life-saving grace for our Spirit Suppression Bureau, but you also saved countless lives in Chang City. No matter how precious this elixir is, it cannot fully express our gratitude!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Heng no longer declined and took the elixir.

"Thank you."

Yan Tong smiled broadly, then suddenly her expression tensed slightly:

"By the way, Observatory Master, you should be careful these days."

Lin Heng glanced at her: "You mean revenge from the Buddhist Sect?"

He was already aware of the resignation of the Great Brightness Temple abbot and the nationwide self-inspection of temples.

Honestly, at first, he didn't expect that a clash of ideologies and the subduing of Du'e would escalate things this much.

But big is big.

After all, his desire to enhance his strength heavily relies on reputation, and the surge in reputation these past two days has been astonishing, terrifying!

"That's right."

Yan Tong pondered: "You are aware of the Buddhist Dao dispute, Observatory Master, this time, the Buddhist Sect is deeply in a media crisis, mainly because of Du'e, but in the hearts of the Buddhist Sect, you are seen as the root of the problem."

"And having already shaken the Buddhist Sect's believers, the Buddhist Sect won't sit by and watch you grow stronger."

"So you must be extremely careful recently."

Saying this, there was a bit of guilt on Yan Tong's face.

"Actually, including Guardian Lu, we are all firmly on your side."

"But the Buddhist Sect's power is complex and entrenched, even the headquarters is..."

"In any case, I hope you understand, there are some things we are powerless..."

"You yourself, must be careful!"

Some words need not be spoken too clearly, and indeed don't need to be.

Lin Heng completely understood the Spirit Suppression Headquarters' concerns about the Buddhist Sect.

There are indeed forces that they simply can't intervene in as they please.

Still, Lin Heng was moved by the sentiments of the Chang City Spirit Suppression Bureau.

"Don't worry, when soldiers come, block them; when water comes, dam it, I will handle it carefully."

Lin Heng said calmly, with no fear in his heart.

Because at this very moment, his Reputation Value had already surpassed thirty million!

The rewards drawn from this are no joke!

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