The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

The narrative revolves around a profound discussion among monks regarding the teachings of Tan Yin Da Shi and the Grand Soul Master, emphasizing that all beings are Buddhas. The monks reflect on their own understanding of Buddhist principles, with some expressing regret for their previous doubts. A young maid, Little Huan, inadvertently causes a commotion by dropping pastries, leading to a confrontation with a suffering monk who shows disdain for her. Tensions rise as Li Yi intervenes, questioning the monk's behavior and revealing his own status, which surprises the crowd. An old monk explains the deeper philosophical implications of Li Yi's question, "Who am I?", leading to confusion and awe among the listeners about the nature of identity and understanding in Buddhism.

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