"Amitabha Buddha," the Nine-Lantern Monk clasped his hands together and said:
"This sudden turmoil in the Buddhist sect took me by surprise. I know little of the insider information, and I truly feel uneasy about it."
"Revered Daoist, you should know that Master Kongjing has already passed away, and several distinguished Buddhist monks at Dakong Temple have suffered calamities and lost their cultivation..."
The Daoist slightly raised his hand, signaling with his eyes to those around him, and using sound transmission, he said, "Monk, since you know these things, you should think about how to preserve yourself and the disciples under your care."
"..."
The Nine-Lantern Monk glanced at him, his expression growing increasingly somber.
He had understood the implied meaning in the Daoist's words—if "Buddhist destruction" is the trend, then he should act wisely to protect himself.
