I exchanged sects with the real daughter, and I ascended to heaven to offer sacrifices to her

When everyone heard Master Kongwang's words, they were all shocked, and then waves of emotion appeared among the crowd.

Some powerful men nodded slightly, with expressions of approval on their faces, and clasped their hands together, feeling deep admiration for Master Kongwang's compassion and wisdom.

They all knew that Master Kongwang had always been compassionate to all living beings and had insight into everything in the world. The purpose of Buddhism was to save all living beings. If one could guide a person from the devil's sect onto the right path, it would be a great merit.

In addition, there was news before that the young master of the Demon Sect had betrayed the Demon Sect, and the master's figure also appeared in the Demon Sect. The master must have gone there for this person.

Only a great monk like the Master, who is full of great compassion, would go deep into the tiger's den to save someone who is in the devil's way.

A master is a master, and after all, they are narrow-minded.

However, some strong men also looked doubtful.

In the world of cultivating immortals, the vast majority of cultivators have a deep-rooted wariness towards those from the demonic sects, believing that their hearts are unpredictable, and that even if they convert on the surface, they may still harbor ulterior motives.

A female disciple of the Wuliang Sect couldn't help but murmur, "But, the people of the Demon Sect are always ruthless and cruel. Can this person really be sincere in his devotion to Buddhism? What if he has ulterior motives for infiltrating Buddhism? The consequences would be unimaginable..."

Yu Qingning frowned slightly, glanced at the female cultivator, and said calmly, "Senior Sister, your concerns are not without reason, but the path of cultivation is a test of one's character."

"The reason why Master Kongwang is called a master is precisely because he is able to transcend the prejudices of ordinary people and observe all sentient beings with the heart of Buddha. Although many people in the demon sect commit evil deeds, not all of them are beyond redemption."

"Buddhism emphasizes the salvation of all living beings, not blind rejection. If those within the demonic sect truly have a heart of repentance, how can we not give them a chance to walk the right path?"

As soon as Yu Qingning finished speaking, she noticed that Su Ye's eyes were fixed on her.

There was a certain emotion intertwined in Su Ye's deep eyes, and a hint of barely perceptible joy.

He has always been aware that his identity as the young master of the Demon Sect will undoubtedly attract countless strange looks and potential hostility, even though he has already defected from the Demon Sect.

But she chose to stand on his side in front of everyone and spoke to defend him, which caused ripples in his heart.

When he was the young master of the Demon Sect, his identity was like an insurmountable gap between him and her. Now that he has entered Buddhism, he can express his feelings to her and pursue the possibilities that belong to them.

All the suffering and torture I had experienced in the Demon Sect before were worth it.

Yu Qingning met Su Ye's gaze, but had no idea that Su Ye was thinking so much.

At this time, Jiang Wan beside her also said: "Since Master Kongwang has accepted this person as his disciple, it must mean that this person has a connection with Buddhism. Buddha saves those who have a connection. Even if you don't trust him, you should at least believe that Master Kongwang can guide him onto the right path!"

Yu Qingning and Jiang Wan's words immediately silenced some people. Tianjizi, with his white hair and beard, looked around at everyone and said calmly, "Everyone, what they said is very true."

"The Master's compassion is beyond our reach. We should follow his example and accept everything with a broad mind, rather than generalizing."

Tianjizi's words made all the powerful people present nod their heads. Some of them even began to reflect on their own attitudes, wondering whether they had truly achieved the tolerance and magnanimity that a cultivator should have. They also admitted that their previous thinking was too narrow.

Yu Qingning and Jiang Wan looked at each other. She knew that Master Kongwang's influence could definitely change the mindsets of many people.

As expected, everyone nodded, and the atmosphere in the crowd gradually became peaceful, and no one questioned it anymore.

Master Kongwang clasped his hands together, his gaze firm and gentle. "Don't worry, everyone. The Buddha said, 'Put down the butcher knife and you will instantly become a Buddha.' The devil and the Buddha are only separated by a thin line. The key lies in the direction of your heart."

"As long as he has a heart for good, it is our responsibility to guide him onto the right path. Today, I accept him as my disciple and bestow upon him the Dharma name 'Wu Ye'."

"This name means 'to extinguish the sea of ​​blood and fire' and 'to attain nirvana without stain'. I hope he can devote himself to Buddhist practice and soon comprehend the true meaning of the Dharma."

As Master Kongwang finished speaking, the ceremony began to continue.

At Master Kongming's command, the monks on both sides of the hall began to chant scriptures in an orderly manner.

The voices were loud and uniform, advancing like waves and echoing in the hall.

Amid the sound of chanting, Su Ye walked step by step towards the Buddhist altar, picked up a stick of incense, and reverently inserted it into the incense burner. He first knelt down and kowtowed to the Buddha statue, then turned around and paid great respects to Master Kongwang.

Kneel three times and kowtow nine times, with your forehead touching the ground. After you have finished kowtow, place the document respectfully before Master Kongwang with both hands.

Master Kongwang took the document, signaled the new disciple to stand up, and then picked up a monk's robe placed beside him and put it on Su Ye.

This monk's robe may look ordinary, but it actually holds a secret. Inside it is embroidered with Buddhist magic circles that can protect against external evil.

Then, Master Kongwang placed a string of Buddhist beads on Suye's wrist and gently advised: "These beads will accompany you in your practice and help you concentrate and calm your mind."

He was full of expectations: "From now on, you will be a disciple of our sect, with the Dharma name 'Wu Ye'. I hope you can uphold wisdom and practice diligently."

Suye faced Master Kongwang and made a rare solemn oath: "Disciple Suye, I am willing to renounce the past and devote myself to practicing Buddhism. If I disobey, I will accept the Buddha's punishment."

Master Kongwang nodded with satisfaction, and the sound of monks chanting scriptures could be heard again in the hall, praying for the new Buddhist disciples.

The entire disciple-taking ceremony ended successfully at the moment the prayers ended.

It was also at this moment that everyone felt that something was missing, until their eyes were focused on Su Ye again, or to be more precise, on Su Ye's long silver-gray hair.

Everyone only realized at this moment that Su Ye had not shaved his head!

In Buddhism, shaving one's head is a symbol of Buddhist practice, symbolizing letting go of the secular world and devoting oneself to Buddhism.

However, it is impossible that Master Kongwang forgot about the ordination. This also means that although the master accepted Su Ye as his disciple, he did not make this request to Su Ye. Only lay disciples do not need to be ordained.

This is rare in the eyes of everyone.

Although he is a lay disciple, the ceremony of accepting him as a disciple is no different from that of a formal disciple, and all the sects of the immortal sects are invited to watch the ceremony, which is enough to show how much the master values ​​the matter of accepting a disciple.

No one present was stupid, and at this moment, they all came to a conclusion.

It was because Kong Wang valued Su Ye extremely much! Even more than they imagined.

Master Kongwang seemed to see the confusion among the crowd and spoke slowly, "Although Wuye has not yet been ordained, his heart has already returned to Buddhism. Buddhism is open and unconstrained. The path of cultivation is not just about form, but also about the mind and nature, not about being obsessed with external forms."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone understood and sighed: Perhaps one day in the future, there will be a lay monk who practices with his hair.

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