In the world of mortals, there are many practitioners, and the devil, Taoism and Buddhism coexist. However, in the secular world, the understanding of Taoism is different. Only the practice and breath of the devil are spread all over the world, and the breath of the practice of devil morality fills the earth. The breath of the devil devours people's minds and souls. Greed, anger, ignorance, resentment, hatred, love, evil and desire fill people's thoughts and behaviors.
In such a world, how can righteousness last forever? The filthy and evil aura makes the righteousness and spiritual energy of the world disappear completely. Such an environment is just suitable for the cultivation of the devil. The world is going downhill. If a cultivator does not have extraordinary wisdom and concentration, if he does not have strict discipline and sect rules, he will be infected by the devil's aura and lose the nourishment of the righteousness between heaven and earth. He is no different from a devil!
Man follows the earth, the earth follows the sky, the sky follows the Tao, and the Tao follows nature. Everything has its own Tao, whether it is the devil or the Tao, it cannot escape this law. Buddhism cultivates relics, Taoism cultivates Yuanying, and Confucianism cultivates Qi. Only when the purple palace Yuanying is formed can the true body be achieved. To achieve the true body, it needs the nourishment of the righteousness and spiritual energy of heaven and earth. However, it is difficult to find such righteousness and spiritual energy in the world. They have all been swallowed by the devil. It is difficult for people who practice Taoism, so how can they not be miserable.
Wu Yugang was lost in thought when he suddenly heard Mao Fengxian say, "You two have come from afar to promote Taoism and have no ill intentions. I already know that. However, most of the cultivators in this world are corrupted by the devil. The Shushan Patriarch is a strong proof of this. His magic is profound and unfathomable. There is no reason for the Taoists in the world not to be afraid of him. Although Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism are all one family, the devil's aura is hard to resist. It is not easy to cultivate the highest Taoism in such a world. The two immortals, think twice!"
Wuyazi felt a little lost when he heard this. The truth is true, and the cultivation of the magic way is also quick. Compared with the strict Buddhist, Taoist and Confucian cultivation methods, there are simply no rules. People only restrict their own disciples in the Taoist sect, but the human relationships and the differences in levels make it difficult for those low-ranking Taoists to distinguish between justice and falsehood. If the disciples who comprehend the Taoism cannot understand the mystery, they will easily be infected by the devil's heart and secretly do things that violate the Taoism. If they cannot be strictly controlled, the world will go downhill and there will be no good reason.
Wu Yugang said: "Now the world is changing, and there is no emperor anymore, so it is difficult for the Taoist sect to get funding from the government. Although there are many disciples, the remaining foundation is still there. If we can make good use of it, it shouldn't be a problem for the disciples to recuperate!"
Mao Fengxian said happily: "What the Immortal said is very true. I also have the same idea. For the sake of my disciples' survival in the world, we should also make some changes. Otherwise, my disciples will be driven by worldly greed and will inevitably do extraordinary things. I have never met you two before, but it is a great thing to receive your guidance. The Southern Shangqing and the Northern Quanzhen are inseparable from the teachings of the Three Pure Ones. The Immortal's heartfelt words, I will do my best. My Maoshan is the center of Taoism here. With your opinions, Taoism can develop! As for the matter of Shushan, please don't ask me anymore!"
Upon hearing this, Wu Yuguang and Wuyazi laughed knowingly and said, "With such a wise leader, Maoshan can have hope of revival. And we have also received reminders and guidance from the master, which has benefited us a lot. Take care of yourselves, and we will take our leave now!" After saying so, they stood up and said goodbye.
Mao Fengxian looked at the two uninvited guests, who were like gods from heaven, and said hurriedly, "Thank you for your help. Why are you leaving so soon? I haven't heard such heartfelt words since I became the head of the sect!"
Wuyazi looked at the disappointed Master Mao and said, "We have something important to do, so we can't talk too much. See you later!"
After Wuyazi finished speaking, he and Wu Yugang came to the courtyard with immortal demeanor, stepped on the auspicious clouds, and flew away. Only Mao Fengxian was left standing at the door, looking at the auspicious clouds in the distance, thinking about something. The disciples of Maoshan secretly watched everything that happened and kept discussing it in secret.
After leaving Mount Mao and flying in the sky, Wu Yugang felt that the world suddenly became bright, and the sun and white clouds shone with dazzling gold.
Thinking about what just happened, Wu Yugang said to his senior brother: "This master is quite clever. We are doing this as if we are educating his disciples for him. What is this? What does he think of us?"
Wuyazi listened to his junior brother's words and smiled, "There is no point in talking more. It seems like we are taking advantage of each other. However, as long as we can achieve our goal, that's enough! Don't worry about it. Most people in the martial arts world are like this!"
The two were chatting and flying leisurely when suddenly a person blocked their way.
The man was wearing a square scarf, a white gown, a cloud-like figure, and a sword on his back. He had a handsome face, a long beard, and was dressed like a Confucian. Wuyazi looked the man up and down, and Wu Yugang was also puzzled and was about to ask a question. He only heard the man say loudly: "Where are you two immortal disciples going? Why don't you come and see the Taoist Master Chunyang!"
Wu Yugang and the other two were shocked when they heard the words of the ancestor. Why did Lu Dongbin come here? What did he want? From what he said, it seemed that he came here specially for us. This was really surprising, but it was also a great thing.
It turns out that when the immortals teach the Dao, the master is the one who looks for the apprentice, and the apprentice does not need to look for the master. If the master likes the apprentice, he will observe in secret to understand his behavior and set up various puzzles to test the disciple's words and deeds. If the disciple has good intentions and a heart to save the world and save people, and has the foundation and character of cultivation, he will give him enlightenment and decide what kind of Dao to teach him. The immortals teach students in accordance with their aptitude, and their intentions are profound, which is conceivable.
It is very difficult to achieve immortality without the guidance and instruction of a master. If a cultivator cannot comprehend the mysteries of immortality, it is very easy for him to go astray and destroy himself, and it is difficult for him to achieve the right path. This is very different from the cultivation of the devil.
Wu Yugang and Wuyazi knelt down hurriedly and paid homage to the ancestor of Chunyang, saying, "Greetings, ancestor. I didn't know you were here. Please forgive me!"
Lü Dongbin smiled and said, "My immortal disciples, thank you! Follow me!" Then he led his two disciples to a place and landed on the clouds. Here, there were birds singing, flowers blooming, green mountains and clear waters. There were pavilions and streams, and the atmosphere was quiet and peaceful.
Lü Dongbin led his two disciples to sit in the pavilion and said, "To practice my Pure Yang Taoism, one must have a sincere heart and not be tainted by the worldly thoughts. Only with a firm mind can one achieve great success. And to become an immortal, one must obtain the true teachings to achieve the body of a golden immortal. This golden immortal path must be achieved through hardships and tribulations. The two of you have different immortal roots, and you will achieve success sooner or later. If one of you can achieve the golden immortal path sooner, I will be satisfied!"
Wu Yugang and the other man sat aside, listening attentively to the ancestor's instructions. (To be continued)