The silver and golden armor guards bowed respectfully, saying, "Master, wherever you are, we are right beside you. We are ready to serve as your personal bodyguards, ensuring the absolute safety of our master and following your every command!" High Light was deeply moved, grasping the hands of Chen Zixue and Li Xiang, and said, "Excellent! Excellent! With the support of my brothers like you, I am certain I can carry forward and promote the martial arts of Shaolin Temple, and proudly showcase the grandeur of Shaolin!" "Excellent! You have real spirit! I am truly delighted and convinced—never in my wildest dreams did I think you would be able to set aside worldly obligations, personal grudges, and concerns over wealth and fame to champion the Shaolin martial arts. This is truly rare. From today on, I hereby grant you full access to the Shaolin Temple's Scripture Hall, allowing you to freely study and master the profound martial arts of our Temple!" Abbot Hong Da nodded continuously, praising him with the tone of a noble horse discoverer finding a rare steed. In front of everyone, High Light accepted the Zen staff and the silk robe offered by Abbot Hong Da! A wave of cheers rose from the Shaolin disciples, as Lin Tianhao led the group of Shaolin monks to bow deeply before Gao Liang, chanting his name as the new abbot. Yet, Dong Jiao wept, rushing toward Gao Liang and shouting, "I never thought you'd make such a choice! Yes! You're becoming a monk—then I'll too! I'll step away from acting! Woe is me! What's the point of you becoming a monk? You're hurting me! You're hurting me! You're killing me!" Gao Liang hesitated. At that moment, Hong Da, the abbot, publicly shaved Gao Liang's head, ordained him, and bestowed upon him the name Wu Liang—meaning "with high insight, suddenly enlightened, fully awakened." "Wu Liang," Hong Da said to the gathered crowd, "do you regret this decision?" "Master! I listen attentively to your teachings. I have no regrets!" Gao Liang said, and as he spoke, Dong Jiao's heart felt as though a thousand swords were piercing it. Hong Da nodded with satisfaction. Dong Jiao grew increasingly despondent, calling out to Gao Liang "Having said that, Dong Jiao suddenly snatched a cow's ear sharp knife from Deng, the fat pig, and pressed it to her own throat. Immediately, her three close friends gasped, exclaiming, "Madam Second Lady, don't do something foolish! Don't do something foolish!" Yet Dong Jiao gave a cold smile, turning to Gao Liang, who had now become utterly detached and emotionless after his "ordination," and said, "I'm leaving. Take care!" As the moment grew tense, someone's hand firmly grasped the sharp knife. Blood dripped down and settled onto the ground, quickly blending into the soil. Dong Jiao looked in astonishment—Gao Liang was holding the knife tightly with his hands, though he hadn't used any internal energy, so his fingers had been slightly cut. "Why won't you let me die?" Dong Jiao asked. "Madam, you're still young. If you were to die for someone, it would be too great a sacrifice. I believe you should regain your clarity of mind and pursue the life you truly wish to live. Amitabha Buddha! What a wonderful thing!" "Gao Liang is like a Buddhist or Daoist sage untouched by worldly affairs. Dong Jiao had truly grown weary and disheartened—until the crew of 'Dream Broken at the Red Chamber' arrived. It turned out that when Gong Hong fell ill, her closest allies scattered like birds and beasts, leaving the production team unharmed. The director with a thick beard immediately approached Dong Jiao and said, 'The general manager of Huaxia TV has called. He's asking us when the film will wrap up. I said, 'We'll see how our top star does!' You mustn't take your own life. I know Gao Liang's decision to enter the monastic life wasn't arbitrary—Shaolin Temple needs someone to bring about a transformation, to infuse it with new vitality. Only Gao Liang can fulfill that role. If you truly care about Gong Dong, then you must shoulder some of the pressure and ensure this film is completed!' The director's words were well-founded. At that moment, Yu Die also encouraged Dong Jiao, saying, 'My star sister!' Just now, I carefully observed Hao's expression. Honestly, I don't think Hao has done anything wrong. If he truly achieves something truly remarkable at the Shaolin Temple, it might even be a good thing! Hehe! Hurry up! It's time to go shoot the drama! Everyone's watching your performance! The crew members also encouraged Dong Jiao, reminding her that Director Gao had personally invested heavily in this production. If she doesn't give her best performance, all that investment will go to waste. Dong Jiao thought about it—she was right. It wasn't the time anymore to focus on her feelings for Gao. Even if she loved him deeply, her current priority was the drama—filming, shooting, and meeting the strict deadline set by Huaxia TV. If they didn't wrap up on time, all her efforts would be in vain. "Yes! From now on, I'm fully committed to my career!" Dong Jiao clenched her little pink fist. With her determination firmly set, she silently resolved that, if she truly missed him, she could still visit the Shaolin Temple. Even if he didn't see her, or didn't notice her, just seeing him would bring her warmth. Dong Jiao found her nose tingling with emotion. How she longed for her husband to reach out with his warm hands, to embrace her, to cradle her embroidered waist—yet now, her husband had become the new abbot of the Shaolin Temple, distant and unfeeling. Well, no matter what, her heart would always love him. Even if he no longer cared for her or paid attention to her, she would always remain his—always his. With the change of abbot at Shaolin Temple, Gao Liang implemented sweeping reforms, unconditionally providing filming facilities for the "Dream Broken at the Red Chamber" production, and also organizing performances by thousands of Shaolin monks showcasing their genuine martial arts skills. The grand, authentic scenes gave the drama a fresh brilliance. Among the cast, a young abbot, personally portrayed by Gao Liang, unfolds a touching tale of rivalry and romance with the female lead's younger sister. Dong Jiao, as a frontline female celebrity, steps into the spotlight and delivers a compelling performance alongside Gao Qiang, who plays the male lead. This time, Gao Qiang seamlessly integrates his training with filming, bringing authentic martial arts prowess to every scene. For instance, his Tian Can Palm technique surpasses the more commonly known Iron Sand Palm—it not only cracks stone and splits metal, but also creates dramatic effects such as darkening the sky, summoning wind and rain, and generating countless illusions. This rare skill, a secret treasure of the Shaolin Temple usually reserved for special occasions, is now being showcased by Gao Qiang, captivating audiences and drawing growing enthusiasm for Shaolin martial arts. Even before the series concludes, reporters from across the country have flocked to the Shaolin Temple, eager to cover the story. "This is truly Chinese martial arts! This is the authentic Shaolin art!" many journalists have exclaimed. Throughout the series, Gao Qiang demonstrates a range of Shaolin's most profound techniques—such as the Diamond Fist, Iron Sand Palm, Tian Can Palm, the Hundred and Eight Forms of the Heavenly Gate, and the Golden Bell and Iron Bodhisattva Cloak—sparking excitement among the Chinese public through the "We want to learn the authentic Chinese martial arts at the Temple of Shaolin!" The people of Huaxia are inspired by Gao Liang, not only a well-known actor, but also the newly appointed abbot of the Temple of Shaolin.