Chapter 7: Time Flies, Bodhi Purifies the Heart

Certainly, there are also some cities that are a mixture of various powers, governed by division and control, determining superiority through certain means, and subsequently deciding who is in charge

"Hehe, how strange it is, at such a young age, not speaking yet learning a skill to make a living, yet willingly wasting time here, squandering the days." The old boatman spoke, clearly expressing some regret.

Although a decade of worldly experiences has left a trace of external impurities in his heart, it has been largely cleansed by that mysterious power

Indeed, it is fate that governs all... Sigh! The old monk looked at Lin Yun and then sighed again: "In the world, we are like floating duckweed, tossed by the winds and rains. How can anything ever go as one wishes? The righteous and the wicked, how do they compare to a fish swimming in the river?"

Time flies swiftly, and the years pass by quietly

Thus, instinctively, I chose to hide within my heart

The old monk said that his heart was weary of the mundane world, and only through the baptism of nature could he behold the Buddha, with the six senses purified to enter the Buddhist path

In Lin Yun's eyes, there was an increasing clarity, as pure and bright as the full moon in the vast sky, and the countless stars in the starry night. Deep within, it seemed as if there were no desires or demands.

It is precisely for this reason that he finds the words spoken by his father-in-law before to be both laughable and absurd

Although the old monk had never taught him true combat skills, he would come to the riverbank every day to meditate, guiding himself in the inhalation and exhalation of the vital energy of heaven and earth

Such matters are beyond explanation, especially since the moment I became a disciple under the great monk, and he instructed me to navigate the waters here, I realized in my heart that I had entered a different world

Yet Lin Yun merely smiled faintly

Lin Yun's thoughts wandered as he gazed at the cyclical passage of time and the constellations in the sky, and suddenly he recalled the scene from six years ago when he had narrowly escaped death

Of course, this is merely what the old monk said. The truth and falsehood, however, remain unknown to Lin Yun. Yet in Lin Yun's eyes, the old monk has long been akin to an immortal; every word he utters is etched in Lin Yun's heart.

It has been six years, and I do not know whether the Bodhi in my heart has been thoroughly cleansed. The master once said that when my heart is like a clear mirror, it will be the time for me to be guided into the Buddhist path. I wonder how much longer I must wait for this day to come

This question is not the first time he has thought about it. He can no longer distinguish whether the events that occurred back then were real or false. Several times he has been unable to resist the urge to ask the old monk, but in the end, he still chose silence

However, nowadays, he has already grown into a tall young man, standing at eight feet, with a square face, thick eyebrows, and bright eyes.

Now, Lin Yun has been rowing for six years, daily practicing meditation with the old monk. Under the old monk's guidance, he absorbs the vital energy of heaven and earth. Although he has not yet attained any level of cultivation, his physical strength has already surpassed that of ordinary people.

At least, in this small town of Liu Su, it is quite normal

Why did the old monk laugh? Lin Yun did not quite understand, but in his heart, he defined this Buddha as a celestial being; otherwise, how could an ordinary person manage to set their palm on fire?

In the blink of an eye, six years have passed

There exists a distinction between the realm of cultivation and the secular world, which even encompasses a mysterious and unfathomable world of martial artists.

The master said that my heart is covered in dust, and that I should row to ferry people, returning once a day. No matter how many people there are, I will only ferry as many as there are.

Of course, an ordinary fishing boat would not necessarily attract so much attention. However, over time, when others learned that the one rowing the boat was merely a ten-year-old child, they all came with curiosity

In his heart, he regards the other party as someone from another world, perhaps a special feeling within him is at play, making him feel that he must protect these individuals

He tore open a piece and looked at a tattoo branded on his chest, his gaze gradually dimming a few degrees

With birth, one becomes contaminated by the external world, causing the wisdom of the spirit to be obscured

Six years of ferrying, guiding both people and hearts

In the time that followed, Lin Yun lay on the fishing boat

At this moment, Lin Yun also already knows

In the words of the old monk, this is called washing the Bodhi

So that, today, Lin Yun still has the opportunity to attain the Bodhi in his heart

However, Lin Yun was different. After his descent, he was enveloped by a peculiar force that prevented the essence of this mysterious and yellow world from entering, thus ensuring that it could not be tainted. Furthermore, he received the protection of the demon essence, along with the power of the Buddhist teachings from the great monk, which kept the Bodhi within his heart clear and radiant.

In the span of six years, everything in the world remains as usual

Lin Yun was willing, please teach me, Grandfather Buddha! Upon hearing this, Lin Yun immediately knelt down and said loudly

The town of Liusu enjoys a spring-like climate throughout the four seasons, and the changes between day and night are not very pronounced. It can be said that for three hundred sixty-five days a year, Lin Yun spends his time navigating the boat.

A solitary wild goose descends upon the river and sky, while a fishing boat sings alone in the evening

But at this moment, he is more concerned about whether he will be able to eat this fish

Lin Yun quietly tidied up the boat, awaiting the arrival of the next day

Every person is born with the spirit of Bodhi, but this spiritual light only possesses true spirituality while in the womb.

Thus, it has only been these six years of rowing and ferrying, cleansing the experiences of enlightenment

Hey, young man, it's been six years now. You've been here operating the boat without charging any transition fees; what exactly are you hoping to gain from this

Over the past six years, Lin Yunqin has been diligent and unremitting in his efforts. Although the old monk has never imparted his teachings to him, Lin has already felt that he has gained immensely from the experience

He is rowing the boat here, as arranged by the old monk

After all, this matter is too bizarre. Moreover, he vaguely felt that his little tower held a secret

Is it really an illusion

The old monk shook his head, yet still handed the roasted fish in his hand to Lin Yun, asking: "Do you wish to cultivate with me?"

Therefore, Lin Yun has long regarded himself as a member of the cultivation world

Lin Yun, after ten years in the mortal world, your heart has become dusty. If you wish to cultivate, you must first cleanse yourself in this world of dust

The splendor of this world is vast and boundless, far exceeding one's own imagination

The only thing worth mentioning is that, six years ago, a fishing boat was suddenly set up on the Liusu River

"Hehe, you are not a fish, how do you know the joy of fish? Old man, we have reached the shore, it is getting late, let's hurry back." Lin Yun said淡淡.

"Ah, I really don't understand, young man... Never mind, you are in charge of your own affairs," the old man said lightly, packed his belongings, and turned to leave

In the world of cultivation, there are multiple factions. In addition to the Daoist and Buddhist sects, there are also numerous cultivation families and sects established by those who have attained a certain level of mastery in the Great Way. At the same time, he is aware that although the cultivation realm and the secular world appear to be two distinct systems, they are, in fact, closely interconnected

... ...

And this young man is none other than Lin Yun

The youth he speaks of is a major attraction of the Liusu River, having started rowing a boat at the age of ten, and now, he has been doing so for six years.

Among the secular dynasties, there are countless mysterious masters. Apart from the imperial city, there are also twelve cities, each governed by a city lord. The cultivation level of these city lords is regarded as exceptional within the realm of cultivation