The problem with the old priest was that he could not see things clearly on his own, but would not be completely convinced by advice from others either. Determined that the senior did not tell him everything, Priest Mo had set his mind to stay here for a little while longer.
In spite of being the abbot of Wuliang Temple, he did not have to deal with any routine tasks at all. His subordinates included a temple supervisor and eight errand-men in charge of the guests, housing, storage, accounts, scriptures, ceremonies, main hall and reception office, respectively. Nothing would require his personal attention.
That was to say, he could stay in Bai Town for as long as half a month and no one would be looking for him. He had requested explicitly to be allowed to live for a short period in Ziyang Temple of Phoenix Mountain so that he could consult a senior and share experiences.
