Ji Tang

"Old Taoist came here today for nothing else but to make a promise to Mr. Hao!" The old Heavenly Master looked at his disciple with a loving look on his face, and said seriously: "My young disciple is my future Heavenly Master of Longhu Mountain, and even more so I am a Taoist who is rare in Longhu Mountain for a hundred years. If he were not so stubborn, I would not agree to anything!"

Ji Song nodded, Thaksin believed that although he did not serve in the Supervision Department of Qilin Pavilion, getting some information was nothing to the Supervision Department that had already spread all over the world.

"So, the old Taoist hopes that without harming the Tang Dynasty, when the old Taoist disciples encounter a fatal threat, Mr. Hao can lend a helping hand and help!"

"The old Taoist will not embarrass Mr. Hao in this matter. This morning the old Taoist has already sent a memorandum to His Majesty. For the sake of the old Taoist being an old man and for the sake of my Taoist family, please help him!"

At this time, Zhang Shaoling was already in tears. He did not expect that his master had done so much for him, but he insisted on going west. I am afraid that his master was very disappointed!

"Idiot!"

"Why cry? Maybe you are right. Compared with Buddhism, I, the Taoist, have less obsession and courage. I hope you can realize the dream that my Taoist has never realized for thousands of years, and let my Taoism spread to the world. "

Zhang Shaoling kowtowed in obeisance and choked: "My disciple will obey his mission. If he does not succeed, he will not return. If he violates this oath, he will be struck by five thunders from heaven!"

Ji Song was a little surprised. Taoism attaches great importance to heaven and cause and effect. Zhang Shaoling made this poisonous oath. It seems that he will not give up until he achieves his goal!
"Go, all the major avenues will gather at Longhu Mountain in half a month. Please be prepared during this time, and set off once the discussion is completed!"

"Yes, Master! Disciple, please retire!"

Looking at the figure going away, Ji Song was filled with emotions for a moment. He had such great courage at such a young age. No wonder the Heavenly Master regarded him as a treasure. He even endorsed it personally, Li Chengqian, the minister, and contacted all the major connections. , I am afraid that the West will be even more chaotic by then.

This is a place of religious chaos, and with the Taoism supported by the Tang Dynasty, we just don’t know what impact it will have in the future?
But then he shook his head. These are all things in the future. It is useless to think about it at this time. The success or failure depends on their fate.

"This is an invitation. I also invite Mr. Xi to come to Longhu Mountain to observe the ceremony on February 2nd!"

On February 2, the dragon raises its head, and it is the Waking of Insects again among the twenty-four solar terms. It is a time when all things revive and all spirits grow together. On this day, I am afraid that I hope that Zhang Shaoling will revive like a real dragon and rise into the sky!
"I'm afraid this isn't appropriate," Ji Song said hesitantly.

Seeing Ji Song's hesitation, the old Heavenly Master smiled and said: "Mr. Hao, you are worried too much. Although you are not a Taoist, it is said that the Yin technique in your family was passed down by a Taoist senior. Your Taoist Kungfu makes me even more proud of it." I’m so envious. So Mr. Xi is not considered an outsider. What’s more, when the time comes for all the sects to come, they will also need Mr. Xi to suppress the situation, right?”

"After all, this matter is also related to the rule of the Tang Dynasty in the Western Regions. Although Duke Xi has resigned, at least his title is still there. Your presence here can be regarded as representing the court and His Majesty. The old Taoist letter also mentioned this matter, and his Majesty must have agreed. ”

Ji Song smiled bitterly and shook his head, pointing at the other party and saying: "Master Tian really never misses any opportunity!"

He took the invitation and said, "It's February 2, right? I'll be attending the Taoist temple then, and I'll be able to meet all the sages of Taoism!"

Seeing Ji Song accept it, although he had expected it, he was still very happy. Who is Ji Song? That was the former general, the head of the Wuying Pavilion of the Tang Dynasty, and the number one person in the military.

Coupled with his high prestige in the hearts of scholars all over the world, his presence will inevitably attract the attention of various schools. Although there is no other position except the title now, it is even more feared.

"Okay, okay, the old man will sweep the tower to treat you!"
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"He just climbed up the ladder. When did you become a Taoist?" Sun Simiao appeared next to him mysteriously again, but this time he was not frightened.

"Didn't you hear what others said? The Taoist priest who gave my father the guidance technique has been promoted to the status of a senior. This puts me and him in the same generation!"

"Besides, my Taoist skills are true, right? Why do I count myself as a Taoist? It's you." He said with disdain: "You, who are ignorant of Taoism and medicine, can be a guest of Taoism, but I can't. ?”

"Fart, what are you saying about Taoism and medical treatment? Are you a real Taoist priest with Taoist inheritance? Medical skills are just a hobby. Who is like you and can't even read the Taoist scriptures smoothly?" Lao Sun is not a vegetarian either. He had long been immune to Ji Song, a guy with a poisonous tongue, and just fought back.

Okay, is medicine a hobby? Damn, this is a bit unbecoming of a human being. No one can become the best in the world in his hobbies, be a miracle doctor for the ages, a king of medicine for a generation, and be extremely popular in later generations. There is no one like this!

"Okay, anyway, I will be recognized by others on the pole, and I won't suffer anyway, so that's it." Ji Song said indifferently, and then thought of something, and said: "Are you going? I'm afraid it will be lively by then. Very cool!”

Ji Song smiled with some evil intentions. Are these monks not as courageous as the Buddhists? Bah, do you really think these people have no temper? Zhang Jiao didn't think so, and neither did Zhang Lu.

Which dynasty has changed without Taoism in it? Don’t forget, Taoism is now the state religion, and Li Tang’s ancestors are Lao Tzu, the originator of Taoism.

Nowadays, many of the important officials in the court are not familiar with Taoism. Do you really think they don’t have the courage to go to the Western Regions?
At that time, I am afraid that it will be to fight for the quota to go to the Western Regions, and the reason why I am asked to go is probably to let him support Zhang Shaoling. After all, now that you have made up your mind, you must take the initiative, which will be of great benefit to Longhu Mountain.

"Go, why don't you go? I wish they would fight. It just so happens that the old master is treating their illnesses and injuries. Even if they fight, it will be difficult for the old master to kill them!"

Ji Song: "."

If those people knew this, the first thing they would do would be to beat Old Sun. Regardless of Lao Sun's high prestige in the eyes of the world, even the emperor respected him.

But within Taoism, I'm afraid it means a superior status. Compared with those old antiques that have not been born for many years, it is still far behind! ——
Chang'an, Tai Chi Hall.

Li Chengqian is sitting high on the throne of Dan, with twelve beaded curtains covering his face, making it difficult to see clearly, but he feels even more majestic and mysterious. He heard Ji Song say that people cannot be seen through, and appropriately increasing the sense of mystery is a compulsory course for the emperor, and he deeply believed it!
"Your Majesty, Master Zhang Tianshi of Longhu Mountain has written to ask your Majesty for something important!"

"Your Majesty, please take a look!"

Someone walked out from below and spoke.

"Send it up!" Li Chengqian's voice was not loud, but it sounded like a bell in the hall, making everyone involuntarily lower their heads.

Soon, a chamberlain came forward to take the memorial and handed it to Li Chengqian.

"Huh? Did Duke Tan go to the boundary of Longhu Mountain so quickly? Is the descendant of Longhu Mountain going to the West to preach? And he also invited all the major branches of the Five Mountains and Three Mountains to gather at Longhu Mountain to discuss the matter? And also invited Duke Tan to watch the ceremony?"

Li Chengqian was really surprised. Firstly, he didn't expect Ji Song to run so fast. Secondly, he was very interested in the man named Zhang Shaoling in Longhu Mountain. The Buddhist master Xuanzang has just returned from collecting the true scriptures. This one is even more bold and wants to spread it directly to the West, the majority of Taoists?

You must know that Master Xuanzang has gone through countless hardships and experienced life and death situations countless times, and it took him more than ten years to come back. If this man is not a madman, he is truly a man of great wisdom, great courage, and great courage. A man of perseverance.

Li Chengqian did not control the volume, and many people below heard it. But just because I heard it, I was amazed. Is this a Taoist counterattack?

"Your Majesty, my master sent a letter yesterday, saying that he asked the minister to write the memorial on his behalf. Your Majesty, please read it!"

Just when everyone was whispering and surprised, a young official stepped forward and started to play. This person is wearing a dark red official uniform, with a purple cloak on the outside, a purple gold and jade belt hanging around his waist, and an ivory fluorene board in his hand. It can be seen that he has a title of Marquis or above, and an official rank above the fifth rank.

"Send it over!" Li Chengqian was a little dumbfounded, with a smile on his lips.

"promise!"

Ji Qing handed the memorial to the chamberlain and returned. He was now a member of Zhongshushe. In addition to drafting edicts for the emperor, he also had the responsibility of conveying the orders of the Wuying Pavilion. Although it was inconspicuous, this position was considered to be a close official of the emperor. How many people are jealous, but when faced with this person, they have to put away their resentment and greet him with a smile.

Apart from this being a Marquis himself, his teacher is a feared figure. They cannot afford to offend such a person!
"Everyone, let's take a look. This is a letter written by Duke Xi. In it, he highly praises the Taoist priest named Zhang Shaoling. He even said that he had great courage and great wisdom in killing him."

He looked around and said: "And this matter is also a good thing for the Tang Dynasty. If Buddhism can be spread to the East, why can't Taoism be spread to the West? Let the people in the West bathe in the profoundness of our Tang Dynasty culture, and it can be regarded as educating all people in the world. ”

"Although Li Chunfeng is in charge of the Western Regions, he is still weak. If there is support from Taoist power, it will also be of great benefit to assimilate other foreign races."

"Let's discuss this matter. There's no need to make a hasty decision. Let's go back and think about it carefully!"

Then he ordered to retreat from the court, and gave Ji Qing a wink when leaving. Ji Qing remained calm and was led to the back by the chamberlain after everyone left.

"Come and sit!"

Li Chengqian said casually: "Does your teacher have anything else to say?"

Ji Qing was not surprised when he heard this. He took out a letter from his sleeve and said, "This is a special instruction from the teacher. Your Majesty must sign it personally!"

The waiter on the side wanted to take it, but was interrupted by Li Chengqian, who couldn't wait to open it.

"Your Majesty is well, your Majesty, I pay my respects to you, Ji Song!"

"I have spent some time on this journey. Wherever I go, the people of the world live and work in peace and contentment, and the officials are fulfilling their duties. Although there are lawless and tyrannical people, they are harmless. As the saying goes, if the water is clear, there will be no fish, but if people are careful, No disciples. Your Majesty, don’t worry too much!”

"The aristocratic family went out to sea in a large scale. Although the aristocratic family still had a huge influence in the local area, it was a strong external force and a weak leader, so it was not a concern. It sent loyal ministers to suppress it. However, when the prosperous age came, the Tang Dynasty had the potential to produce high crops and had vast land for farming. However, land annexation occurs frequently, and I am deeply worried about it.”

"The minister proposes to restrict the sale of land. People are not allowed to buy and sell land at will. One hundred acres is enough for a family of five, and a maximum of five hundred acres for one family. If there are more people, they can move to sparsely populated states and counties, or to places such as the Western Regions."

". Passing through Dengzhou, however, this place has become an important port for the Tang Dynasty's foreign trade, and it is more prosperous than before. But I am worried about it, not for other reasons, but for coastal defense. I heard that there were Japanese countries that robbed the king. Ships, if this thief is not eliminated, the sea in the East China Sea will be difficult to calm down. I hope your Majesty will take care of it."

".Xuanzhou merchants have united to control local educational resources, claiming to be supporting poor students, but in fact they are colluding with each other to select their representatives in the court. If this continues, they will definitely become bigger. Xuanzhou Governor Li Yifu, although he has flaws, can be a lone minister and a sharp blade for Your Majesty to cut through the thorns. Your Majesty should give it a try."

"The matter at Longhu Mountain was not my intention, I just pushed it. Zhang Shaoling is a young genius and a Taoist genius. He has great perseverance and courage to explore the West for the Tang Dynasty. Your Majesty can make your own decision. "

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The letter was very long, with more than ten pages written in fine print. It took half an hour for Li Chengqian to read it carefully, and then he read it again before putting it down!

"I deeply sigh at Ziyi's talent. Alas, it's a pity." Li Chengqian said regretfully. He had personally experienced Ji Song's abilities one by one. In terms of long-term vision and profound thinking, no one can match him. If he could stay in the court to assist him, he would be much more relaxed. But things don't go as planned. My father is right. If things go on like this, I'm afraid I will lose this only friendship. It's better to let him go and let him stay.

"Why do you sigh, Your Majesty? Although the teacher is not in the court, he is traveling around the world for Your Majesty. This may be much better than staying in the court. In addition, Teacher Weichen has a nature that does not hesitate to be restrained. This time, I am afraid that I will not miss Shu. In this way, I will check for Your Majesty. Filling in the gaps and following his will, why not?" Ji Qing said with a smile when he heard this.

"Uh" Li Chengqian was stunned for a moment, but then he pointed at the other person and said, dumbfounded: "You, you, you can talk, your teacher's disciples, Xue Li is obsessed with the military, Ji Xiancheng painstakingly explores the ancient relics of his ancestors, and inherits the pearls left by his ancestors. Wang Xuance, on the other hand, is eloquent and courageous. He fights with other countries for the Tang Dynasty and promotes the majesty of the Tang Dynasty."

"I don't know how Ziyi taught you. You are not as steady as a young man. It is rare to be as rigorous as you!"

Ji Qing heard this and thanked him: "Thank you for your compliment, Your Majesty!"

"Okay, I still want my father to read this letter. I can't see many things in it!" He patted the letter on the table and said with a wry smile.

"That's it. Wei Chen resigned!"

Li Chengqian said nothing more and waved his hand casually, telling him to get out of here.

None of these masters and disciples are simple. The eldest is extremely stable, the second is a fool, the third is a madman, and the fourth is a martial artist.
Shaking his head not to think about this, he picked up the letter and went to Wanmin Palace. Since the main building was completed, only the interior decoration was left. During this time, the old couple would run there if they had nothing to do. After that, they would always make requests, and they had to follow their own wishes.

Apart from anything else, this made the Ministry of Works and Yan Liben very busy. They were revising drawings or ideas every day, and the general supervisor rarely went there. The Minister of the Ministry of Works even complained a few days ago.

However, as long as the father, queen and mother are happy, nothing else matters. Now the royal family has too much money and nowhere to spend it. It just happened to use up underwear, and the saved silver coins have turned black. (End of this chapter)