Chapter 1

Introduction

Chengzi, the secular disciple of the Shaolin Temple's abbot, had a dream one night after turning sixteen, in which he encountered a celestial fairy. In pursuit of this unparalleled beauty in his heart, Chengzi decided to descend the mountain and enter the mortal world. Bearing the title of Vice President of China's largest company, Chengzi entered a school in search of beautiful women, leading to a series of humorous incidents, and he nearly got mistaken for a flower thief. Through a series of coincidences, Chengzi formed a bond with a talented girl from Emei, and after their union, the two disciples of Buddhism unexpectedly mastered a unique skill that had eluded practitioners for centuries. Unintentionally saving the school's belle, he soon realized that this was merely the beginning of his troubles

At this moment, a group of monks nearby looked at Xiang Kun, who cried without restraint, with eyes full of reverence, deeply moved by his fault of speaking falsehoods for the sake of the thousands of Shaolin monks.

Feeling embarrassed, I thought to myself, that is the latest limited edition album of "Flower | Flower | Prince". If he sees it, we will be in big trouble

Only then did Xiangju reveal a look of sorrow, tremblingly saying: "Master Ancestor, please allow me to explain, it is not that the disciple is lacking in ability, but rather... it is because I have encountered the path of the junior master uncle."

This text is from the Great Treasure Accumulation Sutra, a Buddhist classic, intended for calming the mind and achieving tranquility. The White Robe Hall is also one of the places where Bodhidharma attained Zen enlightenment. Those who enter must bathe and burn incense before donning white monk robes, making it an extremely solemn occasion

The master is indeed the foremost expert of Shaolin. He quickly realized that he had fallen for my provocation. Unable to refute, he could only grunt and say, "Go on, bring back more things. Don't come back crying after suffering hardships."

The speaker is Xiang Kun, the most honest person in the Dharma Hall on ordinary days. As he spoke, tears began to flow down his face. Such deep emotion and sincerity evoke countless feelings in others

The abbot Huitong appreciated my excellent qualifications and initially intended to take me up the mountain as his closed-door disciple. However, upon returning to the Shaolin Temple, I unexpectedly caught the attention of his master uncle, Master Yuan Ning, the last surviving disciple of the 'Yuan' lineage. At the age of eighty, Yuan Ning had never taken on a disciple before, but for some reason, upon seeing me, he suddenly felt the desire to accept a disciple. Thus, he snatched me from the abbot's hands and took me as his disciple.

The master's anger finally erupted, "What Wudang and Emei? In front of our Shaolin, they all shall perish! You will go down the mountain right now, and I will see who dares to touch my disciple Yuan Ning!"

For a thousand years, Shaolin has been a symbol of the martial arts elite, and even in modern times, it holds a prestigious position, earning the respect of Zen Buddhist practitioners around the world

Oh? Although Junior Brother Liu Ding is somewhat unconcerned with trivial matters on ordinary days, he has never acted with excessive force.

Now, whenever the Shaolin Temple mentions the term "Liuding," it becomes quite a headache. Fortunately, although I am mischievous, I have never crossed the line. On ordinary days, I have a sweet tongue, and coupled with my handsome and delicate appearance, I have not aroused public outrage

"Where did the words of the master uncle come from? I have taught him the strategies of gaining power and position. In the future, the junior disciple will be a cornerstone of our Shaolin. If we do not cultivate him into a talent, it would be a great waste of his abilities"

Turning his head in anger, he glared at the seemingly honest Xiangmu. Before he could utter a word of reproach, the abbot began to question him.

Oh, I forgot to mention that among the top three conglomerates in China, Wudang Group and Emei Group rank behind us, both of which are major sects in the martial arts community

Upon hearing that I was about to descend the mountain, an unusual commotion arose within the Shaolin Temple, and groups of disciples rushed into my room

After nearly twenty years of effort, the Shaolin Temple Group has finally developed into the largest group in China

"Master Uncle Zuzu" Xiang Kun suddenly knelt before me, holding my knees and saying: "It is good that you have come to understand; truly, it is a blessing for Shaolin, a blessing for the world, and a blessing for the beauties of the human realm!"

Master Uncle, during the last mission, the Luohan Hall bestowed upon me some elixirs, which I did not use. I present them to you for your protection

Huitong paused his discourse on Zen and gently inquired, "Why are you all so impatient with the teachings of the Buddha? Is it that the scriptures are as unbearable to hear as a mere picture or a book?"

The rule that the disciples oppose the most is the prohibition against killing.

Over time, this reached the ears of my senior brother, Abbot Huitong. He smiled faintly and instructed the Vinaya Institute not to concern themselves with my actions, allowing me to do as I pleased

This is the secret martial arts passed down in our scripture repository, and I hope it will be of assistance to you, esteemed granduncle...

Come on, what era is this? Satellites can send astronauts to meet Sister Chang'e, yet we still have to be so conservative

Strangely enough, after I looked at the album of Xiangmu's flowers, I had a very peculiar dream that night: it was a high peak covered in snow, with a biting cold wind at the summit, so fierce that even birds could not pass through... Yet, there were two women standing on either side, staring intently at each other.

Hmph, the old cow's nose has always claimed to be the best in divination in the world, so it is naturally accurate, but I never expected the time to come so quickly

Upon reaching this point, he said with a serious expression: "This disciple does not know, Master Ancestor, you might as well ask Brother Xiangmu."

After all, it is the nature of youth; I ran out with a smile, beginning to organize my belongings.

As I bit into the apple, I admired the figure of the beautiful woman. These Americans are truly remarkable; they have managed to elevate eroticism to an art form. Although the women are completely nude, the overall impression is one of allure rather than vulgarity, and their expressions are natural and unforced. No wonder it sells for two hundred thirty-eight a copy

Yet the feeling of the dream is so real, that faint fragrance seems to linger in my heart at this moment, intoxicating my spirit.

I was just about to reach out to grab her, but suddenly I missed and fell directly into the cliff behind her, the intense feeling of weightlessness jolted me awake from my dream

A few young monks felt unfriendly gazes directed at them, displaying a mix of laughter and tears, yet their behavior became increasingly exaggerated, and they finally could not help but start scratching themselves all over.

Such great merit and benefits have transformed the Shaolin elders, who originally had reservations about Abbot Huitong, into his staunch supporters, while the Shaolin monks under him regard him with utmost reverence

What, are you going down the mountain

Imagining the scene of the fairy sister dancing before me, like the beautiful ladies in the tales of flowers and princes, shedding her clothes, in a hazy stupor, a hint of a proud smile appears at the corner of my mouth

Looking at the abbot who was about to erupt and the surrounding masters, Xiang Ju bit his teeth and snorted, "Xiang Mu, if you are unkind, do not blame me for being unjust."

The next day, before it was even five o'clock, I got up, folded the quilt, picked up a large travel bag in my hand, and walked to the master's door.

This statement is even more powerful than a bomb; the disciples, who were originally beaming with joy, suddenly had several dark lines appear on their faces, inwardly lamenting their misfortune.

The economic benefits have driven the prosperity of the Shaolin Temple's dissemination. Over the past twenty years, along with the number of disciples in external branches, the total number of Shaolin disciples has reached an astonishing 20,000. Additionally, there are dozens of affiliated temples, bringing the total number of group members to over 250,000. The number of followers of our Buddhist Zen sect worldwide is calculated in the hundreds of millions.

Standing not far away, Xiang Kun's master, Master Fa Xu, the Deputy Master of the Dharma Hall, was contemplating with satisfaction

Hui Tong nodded in realization, "I see. Xiang Mu, you are right. Junior Brother Liu Ding is still young and not suitable for viewing these. In the future, you must keep a close eye on these albums and not let him take them secretly; otherwise, I will have a hard time explaining to Master Yuan Ning. hetushu.com. Now, you all go change your clothes and come back after cleaning yourselves up."

When asked about the matter, the people around were taken aback, feeling distressed in their hearts. This hard-won opportunity to enter the White Robe Hall for meditation must not be ruined just like that

Certainly, the Shaolin Temple is not without its benefits; having earned so much money, it would be remiss not to enjoy it properly, which would be a disservice to the blessings of the Buddha.

As people's thoughts gradually break free from constraints, the Five Precepts of "not killing, not stealing, not engaging in sexual misconduct, not lying, and not consuming alcohol" have somewhat fallen behind the times

Well, this is good... Over the years, although you are called brothers, you are in fact like father and son. You have taught him more than I have, and I appreciate your hard work.

Master, you are overthinking. Tell me, among the disciples and apprentices of the Discipline Institute, who is not a top-notch expert? Even if they work together, they cannot capture me; it is even more impossible for others.

Because my master said that I would not be a person of the Buddhist community in the future, he did not give me a Dharma name. Instead, he gave me a name like an ordinary person, called Liu Ding.

However, everything is worth it. The monks, whether old or young, looked at me with shining faces, all thinking with relief.

Huitong then asked, "You are not stingy people on ordinary days, so why are you unwilling to let Liuding see a single book?"

If we do not kill, then what should we do if someone comes to rob the property of Shaolin? Should we just offer it up for them to take and kill?

Fart!

After I exited the Shaolin Temple, two tall figures stood silently atop the Hall of the Heavenly Kings within the temple, watching me descend the mountain

Rest assured, it is indeed correct that I do not trouble others; who would dare to provoke me

At the moment when Huitong was speaking eloquently, I suddenly sensed something unusual below. I looked up and happened to see the disgraceful behavior of several young monks.

Hundreds of monks below were intently listening to the teachings, when unexpectedly, amidst the profound silence, several young monks seated in the right rear began to stir restlessly, twisting left and right, resembling monkeys.

The master is not very talkative on ordinary days, but he truly indulges me. Whatever I want, he provides, and he never forces me to do things I do not wish to do. Therefore, over the past ten years, I have not learned to chant Buddhist scriptures or to fight; I only possess lightness skill that is among the best in Shaolin. This was practiced primarily to evade the pursuit of my assailants.

The celestial beauty's originally bright eyes were now filled with a murderous intent, her delicate face taut as she faced her opponent.

I turned my eyes slyly and said, "Do you think that apart from chess skills, the 'Tian Ti Zong' of Wudang and the 'Zhi Chi Tian Ya' of Emei are more profound than our Shaolin's 'Yi Wei Guo Jiang'?"

Due to the angle, I could not clearly see the appearance of the woman in white who had her back to me. However, under the fierce blowing of the cold wind, I distinctly observed that her figure was not inferior to that of the fairy in red. Moreover, unlike the enchanting and charming demeanor of the fairy, the woman in white exuded a faint, ethereal aura that made one hesitant to look directly at her

Master, are you going to kill your adorable disciple

People say that what one thinks about during the day will occupy one's thoughts at night. Could it be that I have already been thinking about women?

Great-grandson obeys the command

Master Uncle, will you feel at ease with Junior Disciple descending the mountain like this

Huitongdao: "You are standing out, are you going to explain it to me? https://www.hetushu.com"

Take another look ... ...

I patted him on the shoulder and said, "I have made my decision; I will go down the mountain to experience the vast world. I will not return to see you until I find the celestial sister in my heart."

While Xiangmu and the others were making a fool of themselves at the White Robe Hall, the true culprit, myself, was sitting high up in the trees behind the temple, one hand holding an apple and the other holding a limited edition art book of Flower | Flower | Prince that I had searched from Xiangmu's room, watching with great interest

This seems to be entirely different from a dream, every part of the celestial sister is vividly clear in my mind. I even know distinctly that on her lower abdomen, there is a bright red mole; this is not something I merely saw, but rather something I felt deeply, and it is so unforgettable.

On a day in October 1999, within the White Robe Hall of Shaolin Temple, Abbot Huitong Zen Master was deeply engrossed in delivering a sermon: "... At that time, there was a bhikkhu who spoke of a similar Nirvana, Kasyapa. I observed that at that time, there were five hundred doors of unwholesomeness, and those who do not practice will always follow them, with five hundred afflictions remaining completely unmitigated ... "

Upon hearing my request, the master, while having breakfast, rudely spat out the soy milk in his mouth, aiming directly at my face

Before me stands a celestial beauty clad in red, her stunningly exquisite face defies description by any words. With phoenix-like eyes and willow-shaped brows, a delicate nose and rosy lips, these perfect features are harmoniously combined; her exposed skin is as smooth as cream, as white and tender as snow, her waist can be grasped with a gentle hold, and the faint dimples on her face add an extra touch of charm.

Calculating the time, he should not have gotten up yet. I set down my belongings and knocked my head nine times in succession with a "thud thud thud". Then, I went to the Zen gate of Master Huitong, following the same ritual. With tears in my eyes, I reluctantly walked out of the courtyard and crossed through the small gate, leaving Shaolin Temple.

I moved like a phantom, narrowly avoiding the "soy milk attack". With a few "puff puff" sounds, I turned around and discovered that the wall opposite had actually been punctured with several small holes by the soy milk sprayed by my master

Alright, Xiangkun, I never expected that you would see through the transient nature of worldly life so thoroughly, and with just one sentence, you awakened me from my dreams

Amitabha!

The surrounding masters, upon witnessing this scene, could not help but furrow their brows. Had it not been for the fact that Master Huitong was currently delivering a Zen lecture, they would have likely reprimanded them long ago

Observing the expressions and demeanor of those around him, he could not help but let out a long sigh of relief. Understanding that he had passed this hurdle, he spoke with renewed vigor: "Yesterday, Senior Brother Xiangmu brought back an album from the foot of the mountain. Our young master uncle was about to view it, but was refused by Senior Brother Xiangmu. Therefore, today we discovered a few fleas in our Zen robes."

Suddenly, the fairy sister smiled sweetly at me, her gaze filled with love and joy. At the same time, I felt a tremor throughout my body, as a similar deep affection for her surged within me. The excitement and happiness that captivated my soul made me tremble all over

Not only do we consume the highest quality vegetables and fruits every day, but as early as ten years ago, the temple invested 800 million RMB. Not only were high-end air conditioners, environmentally friendly lights, and projection televisions replaced in every room, pavilion, and hall, but the temple is also equipped with a full range of modern facilities, with the exception of an elevator. Now, for activities such as shaving and haircuts, we use electric razors custom-made by the German company "BRAUN," which are convenient and practical, and cleaning them is not troublesome.

When I was with him, the master did not exhibit the demeanor of a high monk in front of outsiders. With a look of affection, he said: "You refuse to listen when I tell you to learn martial arts, relying solely on your lightness skill to escape. What will you do if something happens after you descend the mountain?"

I said with a hint of choked emotion: "You have been so kind to me, I am reluctant to leave the mountain..."

Since the rapid economic development of the 1980s, the Abbot Huitong of Shaolin has boldly innovated, transforming the Shaolin Temple into a corporate group. Disciples from various halls have ventured down the mountain to engage in commerce, selling a variety of Buddhist supplies for their livelihood. Additionally, talented lay disciples have been recruited to develop the diversified enterprises of Shaolin, encompassing a wide range of industries, flourishing remarkably.

Huitong, do you still remember the words of the old Daoist from Wudang, Xujizi, from the year before last

The monks of the Discipline Institute have always been known for their strict and impartial enforcement of the law, yet they have been unable to deal with me. Whenever they attempt to punish me, I escape using the lightness skills taught by my master. Although I was caught and received a few spankings during the first few attempts, the pressure has led to my growth, and I have improved my skills. After a few more attempts, they could no longer catch me.

With the golden certificate of immunity, I naturally flaunted my power, to the extent that even the monks from the Discipline Institute came to complain to my master, which ultimately spared them from punishment

Upon closer inspection, I found that among those who came, the majority were juniors whom I had bullied in the past. I never expected them to still stand by me in such a way, which deeply moved me.

His words made me feel a bit flustered and shy... Am I really that good?

Fortunately, although the Shaolin Temple has developed and grown, it has not abandoned its excellent Buddhist practices. The prohibitions against lust, alcohol, meat, and theft must still be observed; otherwise, one would truly become a debauched monk.

Well, this woman's figure is impressive... Wow, what a large bust... Hehe, her hips are round and perky, quite nice...

It was established in the 19th year of the Taihe era of the Northern Wei Dynasty (AD 495), located at the foot of Wuru Peak in the northwest of Shaoshi Mountain, Dengfeng County, Henan Province. Surrounded by mountains, with numerous peaks rising majestically, the scenery is elegant; hence, it is named Shaolin Temple due to its location within the forest of Shaoshi Mountain

I didn't notice any talent in this kid, Xiang Kun, during the weekdays, but unexpectedly, he showed great promise at a critical moment. Well, the position of Executive Steward at the Damo Hall happens to be vacant, and he would be quite suitable for it

Xiang Mu and Xiang Bi unexpectedly lived together so openly. Helpless, Xiang Mu stood up, adopting a righteous tone, and said: "In fact, this is an illustrated book about the crimes committed by the Nazi regime against the Jewish people during World War II. I was afraid that these horrifying illustrations would frighten my little master uncle, so I didn't show it to him..."

Not only have I informed the disciples of the branch, but I have also notified all the lay disciples outside, instructing them to closely protect the junior apprentice and to fulfill all his requests

In the midst of the fervent emotions of the crowd, Abbot Huitong made slight modifications to the definitions of non-killing: "Do not kill good people, but for all evil individuals, one may exercise discretion in eliminating them, thus also ensuring the safety of the public, which is of immeasurable merit"

I wiped the beads of sweat from my forehead and shouted, "Knowing full well that I lack protective energy, you still chose to strike so hard"

Remember... he said that when the junior disciple turns sixteen, "the stars of marriage and career will align, but one must seek to be worthy of being a true man"

On the ancient land of Shenzhou, there is a renowned Shaolin Temple known both domestically and internationally

I lay in bed, unable to sleep any longer. After much contemplation, I finally made a decision: I would go down the mountain to take a look around. If such a beautiful celestial sister truly exists, I would pursue her and make her my wife

Master Uncle, the junior disciple has already gone far away; shall we return now

You may not have noticed that although the left side of the Shaolin wall still bears the inscription "Namo Amitabha Buddha," the right side has also been adorned with the slogan "Keeping pace with the times, prospering society"

Haha, haha, it was a momentary slip; it won't happen again next time

This method is truly infallible! I happily said, "Master, I will go prepare now!"

Therefore, Xiang Mu and others only occasionally glance at the magazine "Flower" and "The Attic", while in other respects, like me, they are authentic virgins

Master Uncle, as your disciple, I believe that if one is a Roc, one should soar across the skies; if one is a man, one should travel the world. As the most promising and handsome elder of our Shaolin, all of us younger disciples hope that you can bring glory to Shaolin and return home in splendor in the future. You must not give up your goals and ideals for a trivial sentiment, as this is something we absolutely do not wish to see

Seeing the increasingly dense dark aura on my master's face, I concluded: "Then I might as well hide in Shaolin, after all, there are not as many people from the other two factions as there are from Shaolin, so they won't be able to attack us."

I do not know if it is due to having consumed a lot of tiger's milk since childhood, but after the age of six, I became the most mischievous person in the Shaolin Temple. Although I was lazy and only glanced at the Shaolin martial arts secret manuals a few times, I possessed no internal energy; however, my lightness skill was exceptionally formidable.

Basically, whoever's underwear has been cut with two holes, whoever's air conditioner suddenly sprays water, the bed that has been drenched, and which statue has been drawn on with a mustache... Such matters undoubtedly originate from my handiwork

What? I am a Shaolin disciple, and I should maintain a clear mind and few desires, avoiding involvement in matters of lust and temptation

My name is Liu Ding. Sixteen years ago, when Master Fangzhang went out to expand the group's business, he inadvertently found me, an abandoned orphan.

Huitong asked in confusion, a hint of a smile even appearing at the corner of his mouth

Ah! I exclaimed, drenched in sweat. Upon opening my eyes, I saw the familiar decorations on the wall opposite me. Looking around again, I realized that I was indeed in a room. Where then did the snow-capped peaks and the celestial sister come from!

At the end of each year, the elders from Wudang and Emei come to Shaolin to strengthen their ties. Every time during the chess matches, the Shaolin side, including the master and Abbot Huitong, suffers a complete defeat at the hands of the elders from the two sects. Although they do not speak of it, I know that the master feels extremely dissatisfied deep down. Over the years, it would be surprising if he had any fondness for Wudang and Emei.

Master Uncle, this is a secret manual that your disciple has treasured for a long time. I hope you will take it with you and practice it during your leisure time

With thick lips and large, drooping ears, I suddenly felt a powerful force surge from behind me. With a "poof," I was caught off guard and dragged to my feet.

Xiang Mu and the other two left joyfully after bowing.

As soon as these words were spoken, the superiors who had originally prepared to impose severe penalties on the three individuals suddenly became serious, as if they had never witnessed their disgrace; at the same time, the originally solemn expression of Master Huitong also relaxed.

The child has grown up; there will inevitably come a day of departure. What reason do I have to stop him? Alas, I fear he may suffer too much from the hardships of the world... Have you already informed the branch office, Huitong?