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Although he failed to temper his Mind State, Shi Chan, as a monk deeply versed in Buddhist teachings who had reached enlightenment, did not feel discouraged.
"I don't need my Senior Brothers to worry about me breaking my vows."
"The path of cultivation is fraught with difficulties. How could it be smooth sailing without any ripples? Failure is inevitably part of the journey."
"It is precisely because of failure that we come to appreciate the value of success."
"It is by knowing the bliss of indulging in carnal desires that after successful cultivation of the Mind State, it will appear all the more steadfast."
"…But what if Master Jiesha finds out about your breaking of the vows?"
"Only the three of us are privy to this matter. Monks do not speak lies, but since the two Senior Brothers are not monks, if the master asks, I would trouble you to lie on my behalf."
