A thousand-year-old family that began with the Battle of Makino

Chapter 343: Return to the mountain, Heavenly Master orders, fellow travelers

Zhang Qingjiao settled in Pingshengguan. During these days with his two younger brothers, he seemed to understand the meaning of Taoism. Taoist heart is the heart of an innocent child. Wasn't it just for this moment that he started practicing Taoism?

Using your own heart to push others' hearts, aren't all the people in the world just for this moment? Relatives are reunited, fed and clothed, and chatting about interesting things. Even if there are quarrels and unhappiness, it is the result of relatives caring for each other.

But what about today’s world? The people are displaced, the powerful bullies bully the people wantonly, and the corrupt officials have their hands and tricks, using clever names. What is the problem?

"Humph, brother, let me tell you, the current situation is entirely caused by these eunuchs in the court. If there were no such eunuchs, those ministers who are clear and wise would definitely be able to ask for orders for the people and make decisions for the people. "

Zhang Liang expressed his opinion in the face of Zhang Qingjiao's question. Zhang Bao is not willing to lag behind. He is no longer the little kid who only cried when he encountered problems and Noonuo didn't know what to say.

"Brother, I think it's not just the eunuchs' problem, it's the entire imperial court's problem. When Liang Ji was in power, we were bullied. Then Liang Ji arrived, and the eunuchs came again. As a result, we were bullied by the eunuchs again.

But without eunuchs and Liang Ji, wouldn't we be bullied? Let’s talk about the Zhang family in the county! They made their fortune when Liang Ji had not yet risen.

At that time, although they did not dare to act recklessly, they still bullied the fellow villagers overtly and covertly. We have all seen this.

When Liang Ji came up, they became his people, and with Liang Ji's blessing, they no longer concealed their behavior, and began to blatantly force the villagers to hand over their farmland, and then became tenants of his family.

Later, Liang Ji fell and the eunuchs came again. They became the eunuchs' people again. I heard that they gave great gifts to the prefect of the county. Even the Bai family bank could not resist their persecution and withdrew from the country. The original That Zhang Xing actually became the county magistrate at this time. I heard that even the county magistrate wanted to give him three points.

I see, it’s not anyone’s fault, it’s the world’s fault. We are not from good family backgrounds. If we were born in the Zhang family, maybe we would be able to enjoy the good life and drink well all day long without fear of being bullied. "

"Second brother, what are you talking about? You don't know how much people hate the Zhang family in the county. Since the Bai family's power withdrew from Ren County, the Zhang family has completely monopolized the banks and banks in Ren County. Trading firm.

All the expenses in this county are in the hands of the Zhang family, whether they are round or flat, it doesn’t depend on how Zhang family controls it. If it weren’t for our Pingshengguan, firstly, we have no land, secondly, no oil and water, and we still have the reputation of our eldest brother. With their blessing, I’m afraid we can’t escape their clutches.

How can you want to be a part of the Zhang family? To be honest, sometimes when I go out to pray for villagers, when I say my last name is Zhang, people look at me wrongly. If I hadn’t explained it again and again, they would have pointed at my back and scolded me. "

"Third brother, what are you talking about? I'm just making a comparison. Do you know what a comparison is? It's just fake. Do you think I really want to have a relationship with the Zhang family?"

"That's good, second brother, I told you first. From now on, you can perform rituals for any family, pray for blessings and eliminate disasters. Just don't do it for the Zhang family. Our mother left because of his Zhang family."

Listening to Zhang Liang mentioning the death of Zhang Wang, the two brothers suddenly became depressed.

"Okay, let's not talk about these unhappy things. Two brothers, I have something to tell you. I have decided to return to Baiguo in two days."

Zhang Bao and Zhang Liang immediately showed expressions of reluctance: "Brother, you have only stayed for a few days and you are leaving. Please stay for two more days. Don't leave for several more years."

Zhang Qingjiao said with firm eyes: "Bao, Liang, let me tell you the truth. I will be gone for a few months at most. I want to go back to the mountain to exchange all my insights over the years with the Celestial Master to see if I have any new insights." .

Because I already have some ideas. I seem to have seen my way. No matter whether I go to Bai De Mountain or not, I will come back. Now you have occupied Ping Sheng Guan. I think it is very good. My ideas are exactly what I need. .

You have to develop more believers, and I will be of great use when I come back. "

Zhang Bao looked at Zhang Qingjiao. Although he didn't understand what the elder brother was thinking, he still said firmly: "Brother, don't worry, we will definitely take good care of Ping Sheng and wait for your return!"

Zhang Qingjiao looked at the two brothers and said solemnly: "If I want to become enlightened, I will definitely need the help of my two brothers. Therefore, I must be careful in everything and save my life as the most important thing."

Two days later, Zhang Qingjiao said goodbye to his two younger brothers and set out on his way back to Bai De Mountain.

One month later

Bai Kingdom, Taihang Mountains, Bai De Mountain

The contemporary Celestial Master Zhang Taiyuan is alone in the Taiqing Hall, facing the gods and immortals, and the Celestial Masters of all generations meditate.

"Heavenly Master!"

Zhang Qingjiao stood respectfully behind Zhang Taiyuan.

Zhang Taiyuan and Zhang Qingjiao were dressed similarly, but they were much newer than Zhang Qingjiao.

"Oh, here comes Qing Jiao, have you found it?"

Zhang Taiyuan led Zhang Qingjiao to the side hall and sat down. Although he was nearly seventy years old, Zhang Taiyuan's voice was still full of vitality.

"Yes, Heavenly Master, I think I have found my way."

Zhang Taiyuan nodded: "Your talent is no less than Zhang Daoling's. When you went up the mountain to participate in the Celestial Master's ceremony, I knew that Bai De Mountain would not be able to keep you."

"This disciple has received great kindness from the Heavenly Master's Mansion, but instead he has brought trouble to his sect. I am very ashamed."

Zhang Taiyuan smiled and said: "Qingjiao, although our Taoist sect conforms to the way of heaven, it will eventually fall into the way of humanity. You come out of the way of heaven and end up in the way of humanity. This is a predetermined number and your destiny."

This road is far more difficult than Zhang Daoling's. As for the way of ghosts and gods, the Tianshi Mansion and Taoist sects can still protect you, but your way must be avoided by the sect. Speaking of which, Master I feel ashamed of you. "

"Celestial Master, Zhang Qingjiao was originally a poor child who was bullied by a wealthy family when he was young. If it weren't for the teachings and blessings of his master and his disciples, how could Qingjiao be as good as he is today.

He is originally a human being in the mortal world, and eventually returns to the mortal world, which is in line with the movement of heaven. Qingjiao does not believe in fate, and does not believe that human nature must be weaker than heaven. "Zhang Taiyuan looked at the stubborn Taoist priest in front of him, but felt a little distressed in his heart.

"Qingjiao, Senior Brother Taibin has risen through the ranks. I am half your master. I am ashamed that my sect cannot protect my disciples. From now on, I will close the gate of the mountain. I can make a contract with you. Humanity will not be allowed to escape. God's way will prevail. Humanity's way Go out and hide in the Tianshi Mansion.

Qingjiao, the road ahead is up to you to walk on your own. The last thing I can help you is this. Take it and tell King Bai your thoughts, and he will give you the final help. Perhaps your way will only survive through the Bai family in the end. "

Zhang Qingjiao respectfully took the letter handed over by Zhang Taiyuan. It was a piece of jade wall with a Tai Chi pattern and the words Baifu on the top and bottom.

"Disciple Zhang Qingjiao thanks Heavenly Master. Master, I'm going to leave you, please take care!"

Zhang Qingjiao respectfully performed a complete Taoist ceremony and returned his ultimatum to Zhang Taiyuan, and then went to the Taiqing Hall to offer three sticks of incense to the gods and the heavenly masters of the past dynasties. Then we went down the mountain.

Soon, Bai Deshan sent out a message that Zhang Qingjiao, a high-ranking practitioner in Tianshi Mansion, had become possessed by cultivation and betrayed his master. He was now expelled from Tianshi Mansion and had his title taken back. From now on, he would not be able to call himself a disciple of Tianshi Mansion.

When Zhang Jiao came to Chaoge, the second order from the Tianshi Mansion came. Today, the Tao is hidden, the avenue is not revealed, and the Qi mechanism is disordered, which may cause great harm to the world.

We hereby recall all Taoist priests and masters from the Tianshi Mansion outside the Bai Kingdom. After one month, the mountain gates will be closed tightly. All disciples of the Tianshi Mansion who are walking outside are not allowed to act as disciples of the Tianshi Mansion. All consequences will be borne by themselves. The Tianshi Mansion will not admit it.

Some of the disciples of the Tianshi Mansion who received the Tianshi's order followed the order and returned to the Bai Kingdom with Taoist scriptures. Some laughed loudly and said, "I will no longer be restrained from now on!"

Then he took off the Taoist robe with the logo of Tianshi Mansion, deposited it in the Taoist temple, told his disciples to guard the mountain gate, took the Taoist sword, wore the Taoist robe of his favorite color, and went down the mountain like a wild Taoist priest.

A year later, according to statistics from the Tianshi Mansion, only one-third of the Taoist priests who had followed the Tianshi's order had returned, and only one-fifth had achieved high level of merit.

Zhang Taiyuan only had one sentence: "This is God's will!"

After showing the token, passing through layers of guards, gardens and landscapes, Zhang Jiao came to a courtyard that looked very meaningful. There is a clear pond here. Just in time for the season, there are lotus flowers growing inside and groups of fish swimming freely in the water.

"You are Zhang Jiao!" An old voice sounded in Zhang Jiao's ears.

Zhang Jiao heard the sound and looked around, and saw an old man wearing a wide Confucian robe sitting in the open space under a rockery on the right. His figure was faintly covered by bamboo leaves.

Continuing to get closer, he saw that although the old man's wrinkles were as deep as ravines, his stature was stooped, and his eyelids were drooped and his eyes were no longer visible, Zhang Jiao could clearly feel the aura of a wise man beyond the world from his body.

In particular, the shining divine seal between the eyebrows seemed to be more brilliant than the other Bai clansmen he had seen, emitting a vitality that did not match the old man's twilight aura.

"The poor Taoist Zhang Jiao has seen King Bai!"

Bai Shan didn't move, but kept staring at the fish float, as if he was asleep.

"I'm over ninety, so I won't salute you anymore. Just sit down wherever you like!"

Zhang Jiao found a small bluestone beside him and sat down respectfully. The sunlight filtered through the gaps between the bamboo leaves and sparsely shone on the two of them.

"Taiyuan has told me everything about you, and Taibin has also discussed it with me. You are very good, and your talent is outstanding. Even if you don't practice Taoism and join the army as an official, you are at least on the level of Wei Qing and Huo Guang.

But you are going to take a road of no return, a road that goes against the will of heaven. Are you really ready? "

Zhang Jiao said resolutely: "If I hear the Tao in the morning, I will die in the evening. Not to mention that I have already walked on the road. What else do I have to fear and miss?"

"I'm afraid that your path will be more difficult than you think. You know, I, Bai, have been walking on this path for a thousand years."

Zhang Jue was horrified, his eyes contracted rapidly, and his slightly trembling figure could express the turmoil in his heart.

In his heart, although the Bai family has excellent credibility and reputation, it is just a family with a kinder heart than other powerful families. In essence, it is no different from people from other wealthy families.

"Daozhang Zhang, I admire your determination very much, but although we are on the same path, we are on different paths. You can abandon your family and career and give it a try, but we can't, because we are Zhu Xia's last shield.

Although we want good for them, only those who have survived are qualified to discuss better things, right?
The Bai family never claims to be a saint, and I don’t expect anyone to know this. It’s just because I, the Bai family, have the confidence and ability to give Zhu Xia a chance when he is in trouble and in despair. Then why don’t we go What to do?
Our existence must have our mission, and your existence must also have your meaning. Facts have proved that only the person who reaches the end is the winner and the strong one. And your job is to see if there is a chance to make him better.

Zhu Xia's journey along the way, the hardships involved, I am afraid only the Bai family clearly knows and feels it. We have even seen from it, there were many times that Zhu Xia almost failed to survive. The ancestors did not want to see this situation happen again. So there we are.

For thousands of years, we have been witnesses, recorders and participants of history, and the same will be true in the future. Because of us, Zhuxia can go further and more steadily.

Zhang Daozhang, just go ahead and grab the slim hopes and opportunities from his hands. Don't worry about unknown factors, we will solve everything for you. When appropriate, we will also provide you with some assistance. Remember, you are not alone. "

Zhang Jiao let out a long breath, bowed heavily, and then left, because he had gotten everything he wanted to know.

Not long after Zhang Jiao left, a fish was hooked. Bai Shan slowly fished him out, took off the hook, said something to it, then put it back, and sat back down again. position, the fishhook was thrown out again, but there was no bait on it.

"Grandpa, Taoist Zhang has left. He only took the Taiping Jing we gave him with him and didn't ask for anything else."

Gongsun Bailuo, who was in his thirties, stood aside and replied respectfully.

Bai Shan's turbid eyes looked at the scorching sun, feeling his temperature: "You must be impatient, don't be impatient, let's play slowly, there is still time."

(End of this chapter)