First-Class Daoist Gate.

Summary

The content explores the transient nature of existence, likening it to dreams and illusions, emphasizing that true understanding of the Buddha cannot be achieved through physical forms or sounds. It features a dialogue between characters, including Yang Guang and Gu Yi, who gain insights into love and attachment through a poetic story about a banana tree. The narrative shifts to Zhang Bai Ren's encounter with the Great King of Northern Mang Mountain, who reveals his ambitions to reclaim control over the underworld amidst the rise of Buddhism. The King proposes an alliance with Daoist temples to resist Buddhism, offering Zhang Bai Ren a significant share of the Afterlife's water for his support. The chapter concludes with Zhang Bai Ren contemplating the challenges ahead.

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