The King of Xiuxianjuan returns to modern times and becomes a landlord

Ever since Ying Ni left, Liao Tong had sealed off his courtyard, forbidding anyone from entering. He sat quietly on a cushion, reciting scriptures continuously, his left hand twirling his rosary beads while his right hand rhythmically struck a wooden fish.

The courtyard gates were tightly shut, as if shutting out all the chaos of the outside world. Only the sound of Lu Tong's chanting and the pounding of a wooden fish echoed in the air. His gaze was firm and profound, as if through chanting and beating the wooden fish, he was seeking inner peace and an answer to the mystery of Ying Huan's disappearance. The surrounding flowers and trees seemed to listen quietly, and a solemn and dignified atmosphere permeated the courtyard. He could not predict how profoundly this decision would change the world. For now, he could only hope that these changes would have a positive impact.

Liao Tong stared at the sky, his thoughts drifting away, as if he'd traveled through time and space, glimpsing reflections of his past lives. He recalled how, back in the Xuanming Continent, he'd once been a pre-eminent genius in Buddhism. If it weren't for his encounter with the man named Xue Sha, he wouldn't have had to perform the Palm of the Spirit Mountain move, causing his soul to split apart.

Most of his soul was reunited by his master, Master Jiruo, but his soul, when split, encountered a rift in time and space and was drawn into this world. While wandering aimlessly, he mistakenly entered the underworld and was reincarnated as a human.

In this complex world, he experienced nine reincarnations, each time born into a wealthy and prominent family. Yet, fate seemed to play a trick on him. Despite his privileged background, he was always alone, without family or friends. At the end of each life, he sacrificed his life for country, justice, or love. Until this life, his fate took a dramatic turn.

As an innocent child, he was tragically kidnapped and sold. After several twists and turns, he eventually found his way to the beautiful Putuo Mountain. There, he met the abbot, a compassionate and revered monk. Taking pity on him, the abbot took him in and brought him into the Buddhist faith. During his years at Putuo Mountain, he devoted himself to spiritual practice, gradually detaching himself from the worldly concerns and ultimately converting to Buddhism, becoming a devout monk.

However, fate's twists and turns didn't end there. That day, a sudden space-time storm swept across the world, carrying off many figures of profound virtue, including Ying Ni. This storm not only disrupted the order of the world but also blurred the will of heaven, deflecting the original trajectory of fate. It was in that chaotic moment that he unexpectedly connected with his true self.

Ying Ling's return was like a ray of warm sunshine, dispelling the haze in his heart and bringing him new hope. Her appearance seemed to open a door to the future for the world, giving people a glimmer of hope.

The world was already approaching its end. Without any new variables intervening, it would continue along its predetermined trajectory until humanity was forced to leave this blue planet and seek a new home in the vast universe. However, Liao Tong was reluctant to leave, but he had to face the reality of separation.

It's widely believed that the Buddha, seeking to save all living beings, should be free from anger and resentment, viewing all beings as equals. However, even the Buddha experienced moments of anger and entered the world to save himself. Furthermore, he was merely a mortal practicing Buddhism; how could he completely abandon all desires?

His heart was filled with contradictions and struggles, but his faith and practice allowed him to maintain a detached attitude. He knew that only through practice could he truly transcend worldly constraints and achieve inner peace.

However, Ying Li's return made him re-evaluate his beliefs, realizing that perhaps there was more in this world worth pursuing and protecting. After gaining some insight, he made a decision: to plunge into the world. Previously, he had been a mere spectator, watching the world unfold along its predetermined trajectory. Now, he had changed his mind. Since he could not return to his original realm, he would find his own path in this new one, forging his own path.

"Hello, Director Shan, this is Le Tong. I have something I want to confirm with you. I wonder if the promise you made before is still valid?" Before dialing the number, Le Tong was full of anxiety and hesitation, but he finally plucked up the courage and pressed the dial button.

Shan Zhizhi's voice came from the other end of the line, clearly surprised by Le Tong's call. "Of course it works," Shan Zhizhi said with a hint of surprise. He recalled how, when he had just taken over as Director of the Security Bureau, he had enthusiastically invited Le Tong to join the team, hoping he could contribute to the bureau. However, Le Tong had politely declined the invitation, saying, "Those outside the world don't care about worldly matters," which left Shan Zhizhi somewhat disappointed.

However, Liao Tong's sudden change of heart left Shan Zhizhi somewhat bewildered. He couldn't help but wonder what had caused Liao Tong to change his mind. However, Shan Zhizhi reconsidered that having a capable person like Liao Tong in the Security Bureau would be a boon for him. After all, Liao Tong's ability and wisdom were unquestionable, and his presence would undoubtedly bring even greater strength to the Security Bureau.