The Pinnacle of Life
“The white lotus grows out of the mud, yet it’s unsullied. It’s bathed by clear waves, yet it isn’t seductive. It’s hollow inside, and it’s straight outside. It neither sprawls nor branches. The farther away it is, the purer is its fragrance. Upright and elegant, it establishes itself cleanly. It can be viewed at a distance but can’t be toyed with!”
The Mystic Maiden nodded after hearing it. “Not bad. Not bad. It suits my image well. What else?”
Alex almost wanted to vomit, but he could only beat his brains out. “There’s another one,” he continued. “A lotus is born filthy, but it’s pure white and unrestrained. It’s soft yet sturdy, maintaining integrity despite its low status. How about it?”
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