Traveling through the early Tang Dynasty starts with hanging

Chapter 29 Digging a Pit

As soon as the word sympathy was uttered, even Li Zhaode didn't dare to ask about it. This was a very rude behavior.

Wang Renbiao was kicked out by his aunt, so is this one?

Li Kai guessed secretly, with a gentle smile on his face, he changed the topic calmly, and said with a smile: "Twelve younger brothers, I heard that the sixth uncle might be released to Hebei the day before yesterday?"

Li Zhaode lowered his head listlessly, nodded and said, "The king of Qi is in charge of all affairs in Hebei, and there are vacancies in many counties and counties. In fact, my father doesn't want to leave Beijing."

Wang Renbiao glanced at Li Shan, wondering if he knew the identities of Li Kai and Li Zhaode.

Li Shan picked up the wine cup and drank it slowly. Today's drink was brought by Li Zhaode. The famous San Lejiang was a bit sweet and had a weird taste, and Li Shan didn't like it very much.

"Sixth Uncle's time to be an official is still short..." Li Kai said casually: "If it is released, it is better to stay in Beijing."

Wang Renbiao also nodded in agreement, "Now that it is released to the outside world, it is difficult to be the supervisor of Yizhou, and the post of county magistrate has also wronged my father."

Li Shan's heart moved, this was an opportunity, but he had to be more natural, fortunately he had greeted Wang Renbiao before.

After waiting patiently for a while, Li Kai and Li Zhaode changed the topic back and forth, and after a large circle, Li Shan cupped his hands and said, "Brother Demou, there is one more thing I would like to ask."

Li Kai narrowed his eyes slightly, and said with a smile: "You're welcome, brother Li's name is known to many people, and he will definitely live in a temple in the future."

Aristocratic families are qualified to recommend people with foreign surnames to become officials, but those recommended must be highly respected, talented and scholars. Li Kai is afraid that Li Shan will climb up.

"Brother Demou, please don't make your name known to Zhaode."

Li Kai snorted and looked at Wang Renbiao.

Wang Renbiao turned his head and explained: "It's really hard to tell. Brother Li also said it just now, and he and Wang have the same disease and sympathy."

Li Kai was a little ashamed, he really treated the belly of a gentleman with the heart of a villain, and quickly said: "Outsiders don't know about it, but because of Du Keming's story, it was circulated in the Qin Palace, and Li Shousu, who was in charge of the genealogy among the Eighteen Scholars, told my brother two It's just for parents to ask."

Li Zhaode also responded readily, and said: "Brother Li had a small test last year, how many people were surprised by the Dongshan Temple incident."

"At that time, I hadn't returned to my hometown. I heard that Dongshan Temple was the first temple to be inspected... It is said that it was occupied by villagers?"

"So far, the inside story is still unclear, Brother Li, would you like to clarify?"

Seeing Li Shan's embarrassment, Wang Renbiao also urged: "Brother Li has always vaguely mentioned it in several inquiries, and we must explain it today!"

"It can't be just two or three scriptures that can make Du Keming return without success, right?"

Li Kai looked at this scene with a smile, and added: "I heard that the ten great virtues were inspected by the younger generation of eminent monks. Although this person is young, he is a leader in Buddhism."

"Master Xuanzang..." Li Shan scratched his nose, "Now he is a Zen master, but within three years, he must be a master."

In Buddhism, the title of Master cannot be used by anyone casually. It is often a respectful title for those who are advanced in Buddhism or those who have made outstanding contributions to the translation of scriptures such as Kumarajiva and Xuanzang.

After listening to Li Shan's detailed explanation, the three of them suddenly understood, Li Zhaode was rolling on the couch laughing, Li Kai and Wang Renbiao looked at each other with wry smiles and shook their heads.

"No wonder Du Keming was so angry... shut up?"

"No wonder Zen Master Xuanzang is willing to excuse Dongshan Temple."

"Indeed, if Zen master Xuanzang crossed the sea and returned with the scriptures after three years, he would be a master."

Li Shan shook his head and said, "It's just a try, good luck."

"It is indeed a coincidence, if it is not for Zen Master Xuanzang, it may not be effective."

Wang Renbiao glanced at Li Kai, and said slowly: "I'm afraid it may not be a coincidence, Zen Master Xuanzang was recommended by the Ten Great Virtues to inspect the temple. Although it has not been circulated, it is not a top secret."

Li Kai looked at Li Shan. This sentence means that Li Shan probably knew in advance that it was Xuanzang's inspection. After searching for various information, he finally adopted the most likely successful strategy.

Li Kai couldn't help but think of his father Li Keshi's evaluation, "This son is very thoughtful."

"I also know that preventing Dongshan Temple from being abolished will definitely cause displeasure to the nobles." Li Shan sighed: "But I borrowed Dongshan Temple, and the monks begged..."

Wang Renbiao rolled his eyes. He has been to Dongshan Temple and Zhujiagou many times... You call those villagers the eighth uncle, the seventh uncle, and the sixth aunt. Could it be the monk begging?
"However, I don't regret it." Li Shanzheng sat in danger, and said softly: "A few days ago, there was news from a neighboring village that Chang'an ordered [-] government soldiers to make great contributions, but the casualties were heavy. Almost every family in the neighboring village was killed. .”

After a pause, Li Shan added: "If Dongshan Temple is abolished, Zhujiagou will raise at least [-] soldiers from the government, but Guanzhong government soldiers always farm during farming and practice in leisure time, equipped with armor and weapons. She was sheltered in the temple and had never practiced before, so if she wins the battlefield, she will suffer heavy casualties."

"I am grateful to Dongshan Temple and Zhujiagou for sheltering me. I don't want to witness such a tragic situation..."

"Chang'an Order...Wang Xu." Li Kai patted the table lightly, "It turns out that Wang Xu's soldiers are all soldiers from the temple's abolition and replacement, no wonder!"

"What does Seventh Brother mean?"

"On the battlefield, it is difficult to line up." Li Kai smiled wryly: "The battle of the people will be defeated at the first touch. Fortunately, Qin Qiong led the cavalry in an ambush in the Qin Palace to repel the bandit army."

"After the Luoshui War, the King of Qin asked Wang Xu to lead his troops to dig and build a dam to cut off the river, and then released water to defeat Liu Heita's army. It collapsed at the first touch, and many died in battle."

Wang Renbiao clicked his tongue and said, "If it wasn't for brother Li's conspiracy, Zhujiagou must have been a scapegoat."

"Brother Li can bear the word of benevolence and righteousness." Li Kai praised: "If a nobleman knows it, he will not be responsible."

Wang Renbiao coughed twice, "It's better to keep this matter secret, don't let it out."

Li Shan cast a grateful look at Wang Renbiao. If his name was praised or derogated by someone like Li Shimin, maybe it would reach Li Dewu's ears.

"Speaking of which, I still don't know what the future will be." Li Shan's face was full of sadness, "After Dongshan Temple was saved from being abolished, King Qin went to Hebei in a few days, and the Chang'an Order followed. It is said that Dongshan Temple and Zhujiaogou matter brooding."

"The war in Hebei is about to stop, and the Chang'an order has returned to Chang'an..."

"I'm afraid Dongshan Temple and Zhujiagou will still be in trouble."

Wang Renbiao pondered for a while, then asked doubtfully, "It's more than that?"

Seeing Li Shan's sigh, Li Kai sorted it out in his heart, and then said: "There is no need to worry about this matter. Although Chang'an defeated Wang Xu twice, but the dam was built to cut off the river, so that King Qin attacked him halfway across. He deserves to be promoted after making military achievements and discussing meritorious service after the war."

"That's true?" Li Shan was overjoyed, cupped his hands and said, "I hope Brother Demou and Brother Zhaode can investigate this matter on their behalf. If Chang'an orders promotion, Dongshan Temple will have no worries about the future. Zhujiagou is very grateful."

"It's just a trivial matter." Li Kai said with a smile: "There must be news in these two days."

After chatting for a while, Li Shan got up to say goodbye, and before turning around, he paid special attention to Li Zhaode talking about other things as if nothing had happened.
Everything that can be done has been done, whether there will be something in return...God knows, Li Shan thought in his heart, and he doesn't know if Li Zhaode's brain is good.

(End of this chapter)