Gensokyo Detective, but surrounded by Shura Field

“……I think I understand what happened.”

A moment later.

Inside the reception room.

Saint Byakuren, who had changed into a monk's robe, sat upright on a cushion, saying calmly:

“Since this is a misunderstanding, then I shall forgive you.”

“Thank you so much, Master Saint Byakuren, you truly have a compassionate heart.”

Chu Bai, his nose bruised and his face covered in purple and blue marks from the beating, tremblingly gave a thumbs up.

At the same time, he was secretly astonished by the strength of this monk.

In that moment of panic, Saint Byakuren's casual punch had split into countless afterimages.

Each afterimage possessed terrifying power, and even Chu Bai, who had trained in physical techniques and was quite confident in his physical abilities, was instantly beaten into a miserable state.

It seemed that Master Saint Byakuren's physical abilities were not as weak as they appeared on the surface.

“What are you thinking about?”

Looking at Chu Bai's slightly dazed appearance, Saint Byakuren couldn't help but cast a suspicious glance:

“Could it be that you are reminiscing about what just happened?”

“I wouldn't dare, I've completely forgotten what just happened.”

Chu Bai quickly explained:

“And Master, there's no need to worry, I actually didn't see anything, I fainted the moment the door opened.”

“Is that so…”

Saint Byakuren seemed to nod in belief.

But suddenly, she changed the topic and quickly asked:

“Did you think my white breast bindings looked good?”

“What breast bindings? You weren't wearing anyth… Ah.”

Chu Bai immediately covered his mouth.

Saint Byakuren stared at him with the shyness and annoyance of a girl who had been taken advantage of:

“So you did see it after all! Monks hate liars the most!”

“I'm sorry, Master, I was wrong! I'll be careful next time, I definitely won't look again!”

“There won't be a next time! If there's a next time, I'll use Buddhist teachings to convert you!”

Seeing that she was about to lose her composure.

Saint Byakuren quickly took a few deep breaths, silently recited a few calming scriptures, and then regained her composure:

“Forget it, forget it, this matter was an accident after all, let's just let it pass.”

“Just don't go around spreading it.”

“...Don't worry, I would never talk about something like that.”

The two of them picked up their teacups and took a sip in unison.

The topic was considered closed.

At this time, Kogasa Tatara had already been dismissed by Saint Byakuren, leaving only the two of them in the room.

After a brief silence, Chu Bai took the initiative to speak:

“So, Master Saint Byakuren, what is the purpose of inviting me here?”

Seeing that they were finally getting to the point.

Saint Byakuren put her hands together, her beautiful eyes staring straight at Chu Bai:

“Chu Bai, before I state my intention, this humble monk would like to ask a question first…”

“What are your thoughts on the religious forces of Gensokyo?”

Chapter 85: A Fourth Kiss, Saint Byakuren's First Kiss!

“The religious forces of Gensokyo?”

Faced with Saint Byakuren's question.

Chu Bai gave an answer almost without hesitation:

“The Dragon God started a business but died halfway, now the religions are divided into three, and Buddhism is exhausted, this is truly a time of crisis and survival.”

“However, devout men and women are tireless within, and loyal believers forget themselves without, all in pursuit of Bishamonten's special treatment, and to repay the master…”

“...Wait a minute, don't just recite the textbook there!”

Saint Byakuren's eyes twitched slightly, it was fortunate that she had a calm mind, otherwise she probably would have complained on the spot.

Taking a deep breath, she reopened her mouth and said:

“Then let me change the question, Chu Bai, what has been your obsession all along?”

Chu Bai frowned slightly:

“I have no obsession.”

Saint Byakuren shook her head slightly:

“No, you do.”

“I don't.”

“You do.”

“I don't.”

“You do.”

“You don't.”

“I do.”

“Yes, you do.”

Chu Bai put his hands together:

“Then Master Byakuren, what is your obsession?”

Saint Byakuren's expression was slightly dazed:

“My obsession, of course, is my dear brother Myouren... Wait, why am I the one talking here!”

She glared at Chu Bai unhappily:

“I am seriously asking, Benefactor Chu Bai should not interrupt.”

“Otherwise, the promised treasure, I'm afraid I'll have to reconsider it.”

Upon hearing the word "treasure."

Chu Bai immediately snorted arrogantly:

“To actually threaten me with treasure, you've really found a pushover!”

“...Why do you have to say such a cowardly thing with such a proud expression.”

“That's not important!”

Chu Bai took over the conversation:

“If we're talking about obsessions, I probably do have one.”

“After all, the various causes and effects of the outside world have not been completely severed, if I said I had completely lost all thoughts, even I wouldn't believe it.”

“Moreover... having seen all sorts of wonderful abilities in Gensokyo, I can't help but want to try again some of the things that I couldn't accomplish before.”

Speaking of obsessions, the only thing Chu Bai could think of was his master.

The beautiful older sister who taught him all kinds of knowledge, led him into the door of the mystical side, but ultimately died at his hands.

Ever since his master's fall, Chu Bai had been thinking about resurrecting her at all times, and apologizing to her in person.

Whether it was slaughtering tens of thousands of black cultists, or traveling the world in search of secret medicines, it was all to fulfill this obsession.

With the end of the final battle, he overdrawn the source of magic and killed all his enemies.

After that, he completely severed contact with the magical world and lived as an ordinary language teacher for two and a half years, until the plane crash incident accidentally brought him into Gensokyo.

But even so, he still couldn't completely let go of this matter.

This was his obsession. An obsession that had lasted for a full decade, and would probably continue to last.

“Actually, everyone has obsessions.”

Looking at Chu Bai's contemplative appearance, Saint Byakuren naturally opened her mouth and said:

“My obsession is to achieve complete merit, master the Buddhist teachings, and reach the realm of becoming a saint through Buddhism.”

“That way, perhaps it would be possible to allow youkai and humans to coexist harmoniously, and there might even be a way to revive my brother Myouren…”

“But obsessions also need correct guidance, too deep an obsession may lead people down the wrong path.”

“It can even easily lead to karmic entanglement, and ultimately degenerate into evil spirits that harm the world.”

Chu Bai looked at Saint Byakuren, waiting for her to continue.

As a result, he saw this master suddenly reach out her hand, revealing a recruiting expression:

“So, come join the Myouren Temple to cultivate.”

“If you can take refuge in the Three Jewels and uphold the Five Precepts, I will personally help you calm your restless obsession and lead you to understand the mysteries of Buddhism!”

Chu Bai: “???”

So the main point was waiting here!?

So you, like that Qing'e Niangniang, are here to persuade me to believe in religion?

“Please allow me to decline.”

Chu Bai pushed his hand away and politely refused:

“I'm actually not interested in joining a religion, and what benefits can it bring me?”

But Saint Byakuren revealed a confident smile:

“The benefits of taking refuge in Buddhism are too many.”

“First of all, Bishamonten, who is worshiped by the Myouren Temple, has a dignified appearance, his six senses are tranquil, he possesses all virtues, and can subdue all demons; moreover, he has the supreme and solemn thirty-two marks and eighty kinds of excellence.”

“He can subdue those who are difficult to subdue, convert those who are difficult to convert, enlighten those who cannot be enlightened, liberate those who cannot be liberated, and lead those who have not attained Nirvana into Nirvana…”

Seeing that Chu Bai was not interested, Saint Byakuren decisively changed the topic:

“Moreover, Buddha once said: Life in this world is like being in thorns, if the heart does not move, the person does not move rashly, and if there is no movement, there is no harm.”

“Taking refuge in Buddhism, calming the mind and practicing Zen, one can be free from the disturbances of the world's phenomena, and thus obtain true great wisdom and great freedom.”

Chu Bai shook his head slightly:

“I cannot agree with your idea, Master.”

“Oh?”

Saint Byakuren was not angry, but instead revealed an interested expression:

“May I hear your guidance?”

Chu Bai slightly adjusted his sitting posture, and also explained in a serious manner:

“As the saying goes, fate is created by oneself, and appearance is born from the heart. One's destiny and fortune are created by oneself, this is what is called planting good causes and reaping good results.”