Upon hearing Zhang Yao's self-mocking words, the Passing Arhat shook his head and solemnly spoke:
"It's not the layman's fault."
"Without residing in the great marshes, one cannot discern the form of dragons and pythons; living long in deep mountains, one's nature aligns with tigers and leopards."
"Since we cultivators have chosen the path of cultivation, it's impossible to dwell within mundane, worldly affairs for long, so the layman need not feel guilty."
Zhang Yao nodded slightly, pondered for a moment, and then spoke:
"Master has enlightened me, revealing the fundamental issue inherent in the merit system."
"And I once heard rumors, saying the master struggled with mental knots for years, thus delaying ascendance to the realm of the Great Arhat. Could it be because of this?"
Imagine:
