Chapter 1947 - 1942: Mathematical Bliss (Part 3)
Chapter 1947: Chapter 1942: Mathematical Bliss (Part 3)
Is this Nirvana too close to ordinary life?
Fu Qian didn’t think he misunderstood. The lady in front of him, who claimed to be his Guide, mentioned services that were clearly related to intimate affairs.
Even if he believed her words and acknowledged that she was indeed different, with her bodily offerings and such.
But just the comparison to "other women" seemed to already indicate that there were some very traditional industries in that town.
Coming to "Paradise," do people still need to make a living like this?
"I’ve said that everything is just the beginning, and what is eternal is yourself."
Everyone’s eyes focused on Fu Qian, as if they were eagerly anticipating his next choice.
There were even more than one person extending their hand, indicating with smiles that they wouldn’t mind acting as Guides either.
Meanwhile, Gordo, who initially welcomed him, seemed more relaxed, merely repeating his previous words.
Clearly, he understood the shock such information could cause, but his words were filled with a more Zen quality, not rushing to make things clear.
"And the so-called paradise actually just refers to this point?"
Fortunately, Fu Qian’s imagination was always rich. Just as mentioned earlier, he had thought about such possibilities before, and he quickly furrowed his brow and asked back.
"That’s right, in Paradise, the self never dissipates, only endless Reincarnation."
This time, before Gordo could speak, the lady in the robe smiled and confirmed his guess.
"And within the infinite self, one sees the true nature."
The next moment, although the words were somewhat roundabout, Fu Qian found it not difficult to understand.
It really was as he guessed, this Paradise was not like the concept of many traditional Heavens — a place of eternal youth and inexhaustible pleasures, where all the beauties of the world are enjoyed.
The reason this place is called Paradise is because of the eternal "self."
One does not become eternal and undying, only the "I" always exists, undergoing endless Reincarnation, constantly perfecting itself.
And according to what was just said, these audience members had at least gone through Reincarnation once, calling newcomers like him young ones, which made sense.
In summary, as far as Fu Qian was concerned, in terms of state alone, it seemed to have more imagination than those traditional concepts.
Moreover, part of the philosophy reminded him of the Jade Soul Master mentioned by the old man not long ago. He wondered if he had come here for enlightenment.
"Understood, then it’s going to be laborious."
In silent contemplation, Fu Qian didn’t keep everyone waiting, and the next moment, he reached out and accepted the invitation of the robed lady.
...
"I thought you would consider a bit longer."
Fu Qian’s choice seemed to disappoint more than one person.
Some people didn’t mind expressing this directly, and the next moment, some already turned and left.
Gordo, although not as quick, shook his head with some regret and said.
"Given the speed of your decision, such a result is completely understandable... but you could have taken your time to think it over more.
"Even if you haven’t gone through Reincarnation yet, you’ve already achieved sublimation."
Really? If you had been willing to say this before I made the choice, maybe I would have considered changing my answer.
And in response to his words, Fu Qian just said to himself.
The "understandable" in Gordo’s words, he certainly understood what it meant.
A beautiful youthful body is dazzling and tempting to the mundane, being attracted is normal.
But as a Paradise member who has achieved "Eternal Life," one’s understanding should no longer be confined to that little bit of carnal desire but should view it from another mindset.
To be honest, it made sense to Fu Qian.
Anything associated with the infinite brings tremendous power.
In the backdrop of endless experience and Transcendence, worldly desires seem small and easier to control.
But the reason for agreeing and making this choice was naturally not because the other side was too charming, but because it was a fully considered result.
Gordo might know a lot, but with a short amount of contact, one can see that extracting information from him is clearly more challenging than from this lady.
Aside from not introducing her name, the latter clearly laid out her personal philosophy as soon as she spoke.
For himself, the immediate priority is to quickly understand the various operating rules of this Paradise, and interacting with this Guide is clearly much easier.
He could even gain more information based on the reactions of everyone after making such a choice.
And it seems the takeaway is clear, more than one person thought he was not yet mentally adjusted upon first entering Paradise, and his thoughts needed time for sublimation.
"You can call me Kako."
Including the robed lady.
Fu Qian’s straightforward response did not arouse much pride or anything similar in her. On the contrary, her serene and gentle face showed even more pity for a moment.
The next moment, as she pulled Fu Qian up and introduced herself, she didn’t communicate with anyone else, already walking among the stone tablets.
...
"So every stone tablet represents a new person ascending to Heaven?"
Fu Qian always appreciated such an unaffected demeanor. For a moment, alongside the lady who called herself Kako, they walked through this quiet space, asking along the way.
"Yes, each grave does, and every new grave signifies a new member joining, and someone will come to awaken and welcome them."
True to expectations, Kako answered the question quite directly, and her introduction was also very detailed.
Then the size of the group is not small.
"Then if someone dies, will they be buried in another cemetery and thus enter Reincarnation?"
Satisfied with his choice, Fu Qian roughly estimated the numbers and posed a new question.
"No, your mind still has too many preconceptions. Reincarnation doesn’t mean death, it’s just that at an unpredictable time, the current you will come to an end."
For the whole observation of Fu Qian, not directed at herself, Kako seemed a bit surprised.
But as she gazed deeply, she still answered Fu Qian’s question carefully, and it sounded rather wonderful.
"At some point, you will disappear directly, and at the same time, a new person will be conceived, starting another cycle of Reincarnation.
"And if no one conceives, it is the most enviable situation, as it signifies achieving Transcendence and ascending to a higher layer of Paradise, enjoying unspeakable joy."
It sounds like a rather rigorous system.
Not only maintaining population balance, with someone disappearing and someone new, but even this mention of ascending to higher levels subtly aligns with the illusory vision seen before the task started.
[Current task updated: Break through Reincarnation, enter the next level of Heaven]
It even aligns with the task.