Chapter 0001: The Law of Emptiness

Under normal circumstances, if a disciple of the Diamond Temple violates the precepts, their martial arts are directly abolished, and they are sent to the Quiet Heart Tower to face the wall in contemplation

In front of the temple stand several ancient trees, their canopies blocking out the sun, with gnarled branches intertwined.

Behind the temple stands a series of spiritual pagodas, ascending in accordance with the shape of the snowy peaks, enshrining the relics of eminent monks from various dynasties

"Junior Brother Faning." Fakong smiled, took the lunchbox, and wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead: "Today is early enough."

Most importantly, the vital energy can exist independently.

With a gentle push, the wooden box was handed over: "Master Fa Kong, how many times have I said it? Just leave the water fetching to me!"

The master said that reaching the eighth level already provides a sufficiently solid foundation, and there is no need to practice further; others typically stop practicing after reaching the sixth level.

"Senior brother, why burden yourself so!" Fa Ning said with dissatisfaction

After performing a formal bow, Faning turned and strode away with great strides

The gray monk's robe clung tightly to his body, rustling as it moved, revealing a round belly, creating an impressive presence

Fa Kong lightly nodded and placed another piece of beef into his mouth

It should be Master Yuan Zhi who is skilled in medicinal herbs, and planting medicinal herbs is also a way to atone for one's sins... Stop the rambling and get to work!" The monk Fa Ming said irritably, waving his hand.

A pinewood cabin is built by the field, with a square pine table in front of the house, on which are placed a tea stove, a teapot, and tea cups

Twelve monks were busy serving bowls filled with food onto a long table, with lids placed on the bowls to prevent them from cooling too quickly

Senior brother, today new members have joined the temple, and we have four new junior brothers. All four of these junior brothers possess the highest aptitude.

I will definitely make Master Yuanming agree!" Faning encouraged himself

The saying goes that kindness should not be in command of troops, and righteousness should not be in control of wealth. His heart has unknowingly grown cold, yet it is very comfortable to interact with someone as simple and kind as Faning

The Medicine Valley was bestowed upon Master Yuan Zhi by the temple, and Master Fa Kong, as his disciple, naturally inherited Master Yuan Zhi's teachings and continued to cultivate the medicinal herbs in the Medicine Valley

They serve and receive dishes with skillful techniques, and they carry and deliver dishes with agile movements, executing their tasks with precision and remarkable speed

The spacious dining hall is furnished with a total of 9 long tables, each measuring 30 meters in length and 3 meters in width, with the table surfaces and benches polished to a glossy finish

The rough-voiced monk Faming raised his voice again, glaring with his big eyes: "No eating secretly on the road!"

It has been seven days since arriving in this world

One can condense protective energy into a defensive barrier through a special mental technique, which is as tough and dense as fabric. This barrier not only dissipates the energy from blades or the true energy from palms that come into contact with it, but it can also rebound and injure the opponent.

Long-range attacks can be executed, where the power of one's fingers and palms can detach from the body and strike, penetrating the opponent's body to injure the meridians or the internal organs.

The medicinal valley is not small, the two of them are fine, but Junior Brother Fakong is all alone... Moreover, his constitution is too weak, can he endure it

Master Fakong not only has poor health but also lacks martial arts talent. The new junior disciples, however, are all martial arts prodigies whose abilities are not inferior to his own, which inevitably leads them to look down upon Master Fakong

Isn't there a master ancestor who reached the tenth level

If one must practice to reach the tenth level, how long will it take

This body is inherently frail, and no matter how much I eat, I do not gain weight

Master Yuan Zhi has been in repose for seven days

Is Little Luohan Fist no longer practiced

He arrived at the front of the house carrying a lunchbox, placed the lunchbox on the pine table, brewed two cups of tea, and waved to Faning, saying: "Junior brother, it is ready."

Three dishes consist of two meat dishes and one vegetarian dish

He carried two buckets of water to the edge of the field in just a few steps, poured them into the ditch, and then continued to the lakeside to fetch more water with large strides

Not to mention a plate of stacked beef and a plate of large pork knuckle, even a plate of stir-fried cabbage, glistening with oil, would be a typical example of high oil, high salt, and high calorie content in his previous life, which is extremely unhealthy

At a young age, Fa Ning achieved the fifth rank in martial arts after only two years of training, with his vital energy protecting his body, which can be described as exceptionally talented. How could he be asked to help cultivate herbs in the Medicine Valley?

In the vast world, the number of grandmasters is few and far between

A master at this level is considered a second-tier expert

"Come over and help plant the herbs, it's a waste of talent." Fakong smiled as he put the beef into his mouth, chewing slowly

He feels that he cannot always trouble Faning, which is precisely what Faning is dissatisfied with, believing that he is being too distant.

Yuan Zhi passed away seven days ago, leaving only himself. His body is frail, and managing this medicinal valley alone is indeed a struggle.

It is of no concern if he is tired; the loss of medicinal materials is something that the Diamond Temple does not wish to see. It is only reasonable to send a new disciple to the temple to assist.

Fakong smiled as he watched him leave, continuing to eat while reflecting on his bizarre experiences.

The local practice is to cultivate true energy

Since Master Yuan Zhi has left, Junior Brother Fa Kong should be able to take on a lighter task, right

How can Master Fakong live comfortably with such people sent over?

The plants cultivated here are all precious medicinal herbs. The longer they grow, the stronger their medicinal properties become. The herbs here have been growing for at least ten years.

One can just give the new junior brother a good beating; establishing authority over Brother Fakong may not necessarily be effective either

Yes

In the extreme north of the Great Qian Dynasty lies a mountain range that stretches for two thousand miles, perpetually shrouded in snow, resembling a colossal silver dragon spanning the heavens and the earth

True Qi is akin to air, while Gang Qi resembles water, being more refined and purer, and its power is incomparable

The most pitiful is still Junior Brother Fakong, whose master, with whom he relied on each other, has passed away, leaving him all alone in the world. How can he not feel sorrow? He served him an extra bowl of rice. Fa Ming had a face full of compassion

Fa Kong shook his head with a smile

Rushed down more than 200 steps and turned into a small valley

As soon as he caught a whiff of the meat aroma, Fakong's stomach began to rumble incessantly.

These three extremely unhealthy dishes are precisely suitable for his current body; he first needs to gain weight so that his vitality can be somewhat strengthened

According to Fa Kong, the Great Snow Mountain Sect has established its own system, categorized into nine ranks

Disciples of the Jingang Temple are required to practice martial arts, and they do not abstain from meat; rather, they insist on having meat at every meal

Yet his expression was focused and serene, and despite his staggering, sweating profusely, and pale complexion, his tranquility remained unshaken, as if he were not enduring hardship but rather enjoying it

Even in such a disheveled state, his demeanor remained calm and unhurried, exuding an air of leisurely contentment

Alas... Master Yuanming is truly stubborn, no matter how I plead, he remains resolute in his decision!" Fa Ning sighed.

Sigh... I still always feel that Master Yuan Zhi is alive" Fa Ming shook his head with emotion

The gray monk's robe was stained with patches of white frost from sweat on both the front and back, matching the pallor of his face

Tilting his head back, he drank the tea in one gulp, yet Faning still dissatisfied remarked, "Next time, be sure to call me to fetch water!"

Fanning responded with a sigh, holding his large belly and carrying a lunchbox as he exited the dining hall

Difficult

Hmm?

Truly a prodigy who has advanced from the ninth rank to the fifth rank in just two short years, the two buckets of water, each weighing over one hundred jin, seem as light as feathers in front of him, making the task of fetching water appear effortless

It is often those who possess both talent and opportunity, who occasionally experience a moment of inspiration, leading to the brilliant realization of profound insights, that become the masters of their generation

Jingang Temple is one of the one hundred and eight temples

Daxue Mountain is one of the three major sects of the Great Qian, housing one hundred and eight temples

Then I shall take my leave, Senior Brother, remember not to fetch water!" Fa Ning reluctantly stood up, offering her concerned reminder

Fa Kong nodded slightly: "Junior brother, have you started practicing the Eight Ultimate Techniques of the Diamond at the eighth level of your Little Luohan Fist?"

Fa Kong shook his head and smiled

A martial artist at this level is considered a third-rate expert

After hundreds of monks left the Hall of Great Hero, they quickly dispersed, concluding their morning prayers and preparing to fulfill their respective duties

Fakong nodded thoughtfully and smiled, saying: "Junior brother, you should head back; otherwise, Senior Brother Famingshi will start lecturing again"

After only a few days of meals provided by Faning, the two had already become like long-time friends

Although only seven days have passed, everything from my past life feels as if it occurred seven years ago, as if it were merely a grand dream

In the bright sunlight, a slender young monk is carrying water to irrigate the fields

What precept did Master Yuan Zhi actually violate, Brother Fa Ming

Dangdang ... ...

The chanting abruptly ceased, and soon, one by one, gray-clad monks emerged from the Great Hero Hall, their bald heads shining as if they had just stepped out of a row of light bulbs

"Master Fahming!" Fahning, with his chubby face displaying a look of grievance, complained, "How could I possibly steal a bite!"

Although Fakong's body was frail, he felt as if he were seeing an elder brother, and in his eyes, the weak body appeared as steady as a mountain.

Fan Ning is a fifth-grade expert

The human origin realm is classified into the ninth and eighth ranks, the earth origin realm into the seventh and sixth ranks, the heaven origin realm into the fifth and fourth ranks, the divine origin realm into the third and second ranks, and above the divine origin realm is the first rank

The divine essence beyond these three realms pertains to the spiritual domain

The master said that the Master Miaoling achieved the tenth level of the Little Arhat Fist due to circumstances and fate; it is destiny, not human effort, and cannot be forced.

As soon as one steps into this valley, it feels warm like spring

At this time, Faning had already made six trips to fetch water

He pondered to himself

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, with red walls and yellow tiles, the courtyards are arranged in successive layers, resembling a Buddhist mandala

Fang Ning left the dining hall carrying a lunchbox, striding forward with his large belly and thick legs, appearing clumsy like an elephant

In his previous life, he struggled all the way from being an orphan to accumulating a fortune of tens of millions, navigating the turbulent business world and fighting his way through with sheer determination.

He is actually like a polar bear, moving at an extremely fast speed, and his corpulent body does not hinder his swiftness

Moreover, Fa Kong spoke in a calm and unhurried manner, composed and gentle, which made him feel very comfortable, inexplicably fostering a sense of trust and reliance

Therefore, it is best to come over and assist personally

The stronger the Jingang Temple becomes, the more its disciples benefit; it is good to enjoy the shade under a large tree

The essence of a person is to cultivate vital energy

The dining hall is particularly busy

A rugged middle-aged monk shouted while serving rice: "Fa Ning! Take this meal to Master Yuan Zhi... Sigh, take it to Junior Brother Fa Kong."

Alas... the aptitude of Junior Brother Fakong is indeed... if only he could grasp the basics of the Little Luohan Fist, it would not be so difficult

Fakong opened the wooden box and took out three bowls of vegetables and two bowls of rice

This is my obsessive-compulsive disorder; no matter how tired I am, I must water the plants on time, otherwise I feel uncomfortable and uneasy all over

Congratulations. Fa Kong chewed a piece of beef and nodded gently

The origin of heaven is the practice of vital energy

The master said that if the opportunity is insufficient, even practicing for one hundred years will yield no hope. In our temple, there are several seniors who have devoted their lives to the practice of the Little Arhat Fist, yet ultimately they were unable to reach the tenth level, wasting their time in vain, which is truly regrettable

His round, plump face could not help but break into a smile

Surrounding the lake are plots of farmland, resembling small squares, neatly arranged, with each plot cultivated with different medicinal herbs

Fanning's tone was tinged with dissatisfaction as he stepped forward, lifted the yoke onto his shoulder, and did so with the ease of picking up a twig

As he spoke later, his voice weakened, and he shook his head with a look of melancholy

He is dressed in a gray short monk's robe, his appearance is unremarkable and ordinary among the crowd, his figure is slender, and the two wooden buckets he carries on a shoulder pole seem as if they could crush him at any moment

True energy travels through the meridians, and by following specific pathways, it can temporarily enhance one's strength or speed. It can also be used to harm others by channeling true energy through the palm or a sword into the opponent's body, injuring their meridians.

In the martial world, the levels of martial arts are divided into four realms: Human Origin, Earth Origin, Heaven Origin, and Divine Origin

This is a waste of resources

Fanning can indeed help himself, but Fanning also has responsibilities and is quite busy. How can he feel justified in asking for help from him

The vital energy circulates within the body and cannot be separated from it, enhancing physical constitution. At this stage, what is contested is strength, speed, and techniques.

The martial arts in this world are flourishing, which signifies extreme danger; the Diamond Temple is the best sanctuary for oneself

The sound of the bell lingers and drifts gently in the sky

Senior brother! It's time to eat!

The icy steps were both hard and slippery, yet he charged forward with large strides, as if his feet were glued firmly to the steps, ensuring he would not slip at all

Master Yuanming wishes to send a new junior disciple to assist you, senior brother. I am currently trying to find a way to persuade Master Yuanming to change his mind and allow me to come instead

Fakong smiled and agreed

"Hmph, if you didn't cheat, how could you be so fat!" Fa Ming scoffed, glancing at Fa Ning who seemed ready to argue, and impatiently waved his hand, "Go quickly and come back soon!"

... ...

The bonds between people are truly difficult to articulate; some individuals may spend a long time together yet remain distant, while others may feel an instant connection, developing deep friendships in just a few days

When the time comes ... ...

The monks looked curiously at Master Fahming.

The original master was adopted by Master Yuan Zhi at a young age and grew up in this medicinal valley. Although his martial arts aptitude was poor, he was well-versed in the cultivation of medicinal herbs due to Master Yuan Zhi's teachings from an early age

Experts at this level are referred to as first-class experts and top-tier experts

In the center of the valley lies a circular lake with a diameter of approximately 110 meters, its waters resembling a round mirror reflecting the blue sky and white clouds

"Senior Brother." Fa Ning set down the shoulder pole and sat down opposite him with a thud, causing the chair to creak under the weight.

He secretly sighed

"Yes, Master Faming," a chubby young monk, resembling the Maitreya Buddha, replied as he stepped forward with a simple and honest smile

This is precisely the location of the renowned Snow Mountain Sect in the martial arts world

He walked unsteadily between the fields, swaying as he went, with water occasionally spilling from the wooden bucket, trickling softly into the soil

... ... is ! ''

Some are sweeping, some are practicing martial arts, some are going to the dining hall, and some are fetching water and chopping firewood, transforming the quiet temple into a lively place

Yuan Zhi was stripped of his martial arts, yet was unexpectedly granted a valley to cultivate herbs

"Alright, alright, go quickly," Fa Kong said with a smile, waving his hand

Suppressing the urge to gulp down all the food at once, he chewed slowly and savored each bite

He strode out of the Golden Bell Temple, rushing down the steps made of ice and snow.