"who is it?"
Cen Changqian asked in a deep voice.
However, Helan Chushi shook his head and insisted: "I can only tell Duke Yue about this matter. I will not say a word to others."
Now Fang Jun is his last life-saving straw, and what he knows about this matter is his last hope. He must meet Fang Jun to ensure the maximum benefit of this news. How can he tell others so easily?
But he underestimated Cen Changqian...
"Somebody come!"
Cen Changqian looked stern, called a few soldiers, and ordered: "Arrest this person immediately and send him to the 'Baiqisi'. Tell General Li Junxian that this person is involved in a rebellion and ask him to torture him." Pry open his mouth and annihilate the rebellion before it ignites."
you do not say? Then don't say it.
It doesn't matter if you have a tougher mouth in front of me. I just hope that you can keep your mouth shut even in the prison of "Baiqisi"...
"Here!"
Several soldiers rushed forward and immediately pushed Helan Chushi to the ground, took out his belt and tied his hands behind his back.
Helan Chushi struggled violently, gasping and shouting: "I say, I say! Cen Changshi, please let me go!"
She originally wanted to strive for the greatest benefit for herself, but unexpectedly, Cen Changqian was young but decisive in killing. She even ordered her arrest without even giving her a chance to negotiate. The most terrible thing was that she wanted to send herself to the "Hundred Cavalry Division"... …
Where is "Hundred Knights"? Anyone who enters the prison of "Hundred Qisi" will either deceive the emperor and commit rebellion or collaborate with the enemy and treason. If he commits a casual crime, it will be a capital crime. If it is more serious, he will have his house confiscated and his family exterminated. Once he goes in, how can he come out alive?
Cen Changqian was unmoved and ordered: "Stop his mouth."
"Here!"
Several soldiers were also sweating a little. They understood that they were not allowed to hear some words, and they couldn't let Helan Chushi yell out. They quickly opened the skirt of Helan Chushi's clothes, tore his shirt into pieces and stuffed it into his mouth, letting Helan Chushi "whimper" He yelled, struggled violently, lifted him up, and left quickly.
The station of "Baiqisi" is just outside Xuanwu Gate, on the side of the original Youtun Guard, very close...
Cen Changqian watched Helan Chushi being carried away. She stood there and pondered for a moment, then ordered her surroundings: "Prepare your horses. I want to enter the city to meet the commander-in-chief."
This matter is likely to be very involved and not trivial. It is best not to let Gao Kan know about it, so as not to involve him and take risks for nothing but it will not help. Simply tell Fang Jun directly and let Fang Jun make the decision.
The war horse was brought in. Cen Changqian grabbed the reins and got on the horse. She left the military camp and headed straight for the city gate.
Gao Kan learned at the Zhongjun tent that Cen Changqian did not act according to the original plan, but instead sent Helan Chushi to "Baiqisi" and entered the city without saying goodbye. He knew that things might change unpredictably, and said to his left and right: "No need. Don't worry, Cen Changshi will handle the matter on his own, you can just perform your duties and don't think too much."
…
Cen Changqian rode into the city and arrived at the Duke Liang's Mansion in Chongrenfang. When she reached the gate, she asked to see Fang Jun. She learned that Fang Jun had nothing to do today and took his wife and concubines to Da Ci'en Temple to offer incense. In the evening, he would stay in the temple for a vegetarian meal and would not return until midnight.
The guest at the door knew that Cen Changqian was a junior whom Fang Jun valued very much, so he politely invited her to come into the house to drink tea temporarily and wait for Fang Jun's return in the side hall.
Cen Changqian knew that the matter could not be delayed, so she immediately got on her horse again, left Chongrenfang, walked south along Qixiamen Street between Kangpingfang and Wubenfang, and galloped straight to Jinchangfang.
It was almost noon when we arrived at Jinchangfang. Cen Changqian dismounted and went straight to the mountain gate. After showing her identity, she was led into the temple by the novice monk in the temple. She walked around the newly built Big Wild Goose Pagoda from the square, passed through a palace on the east side, and arrived at the temple, which was shaded by woods and surrounded by streams. several meditation rooms.
At this time, it is the twelfth month of winter and the trees are withered, leaving only bare branches that are densely packed and criss-crossed. You can imagine how lush leaves can block out the sky, shade, and quiet in summer...
The stream is hot spring water drawn from an unknown source. It flows slowly, gurgling, and is not freezing cold. A mist rises from the water, shrouding these Zen rooms, making the houses looming, like a fairyland.
There were several soldiers with helmets and armor standing in front of the door. Cen Changqian recognized that they were Fang Jun's personal soldiers, so she quickly stepped forward to explain her purpose.
The leader of the soldiers went inside to report. After a moment, he turned around and said, "Erlang is drinking tea with Master Xuanzang. Please invite Cen Changshi to come in."
Cen Changqian straightened her clothes, changed her shoes at the entrance, and stepped into the meditation room.
The wooden floor is bright and bright, and the sunlight shines in through the south window, reflecting the tiny dust floating in the air. There is a coffee table and several futons. Fang Jun is kneeling opposite a monk with a pale face. There is a pot of tea on the coffee table. , the fragrance is dense.
Cen Changqian stepped forward quickly and bowed her hands to the ground: "I have met Master Xuanzang."
Xuanzang raised his head, glanced at Cen Changqian, and nodded with a smile.
The skin on his face is rough and wrinkled, probably due to the exposure to wind and sun from traveling outside the Great Wall for many years. His bald head is round and his eyebrows are sparse. The most special thing is his eyes, which are so bright just by looking at Cen Changqian. His eyes are like substance, full of enthusiasm and wisdom. It seems that all the illusions in the world are seen under these eyes, leaving nothing behind, but they are full of love and attachment to everything.
Old skin, straight back, thin body, passionate eyes... people subconsciously ignore his appearance, and it is even difficult to estimate his true age.
Fang Jun waved his hand aside and said calmly: "Master is an expert outside the world. There is no need for red tape. Sit down."
"Here."
Cen Changqian knelt obediently on the side of the coffee table, her eyebrows lowered and her eyes lowered, her expression submissive.
Xuanzang shook his head with a smile and responded to Fang Jun's words: "Don't talk about being an outsider. Since you are in the mortal world, how can you talk about being born alone? The world of mortals is far away, and your heart is trapped in greed, anger and ignorance. Before the day of death, talk about it. Why was he born?"
A person is entangled in the world of mortals throughout his life, and it is difficult to cut off his six roots and his emotions. Only after death can he truly get rid of all karma.
Fang Jun laughed and said: "So, Master, you are still worried about me forcing Master Huili to donate the bricks and stones for Xingjiao Temple? Oh my, this Huili really doesn't know anything. He keeps chattering about some bricks and stones. That’s all, but it would be a sin to ruin your Zen practice, Master.”
Xuanzang looked at Cen Changqian, pointed to the teapot on the coffee table and told him to make tea. Cen Changqian was flattered and quickly poured the tea from the teapot.
Then Xuanzang said calmly: "What is Zen mind? To avoid the world is not Zen, and to see death without saving is not a mind. Not to mention a few bricks and stones, if one day the Great Ci'en Temple can be demolished to save more people, the poor monk himself I’ll do it myself.”
Fang Jun shook his head with a smile: "Master has superb Buddhist knowledge and is devoted to Chicheng. I naturally believe in your benevolent heart. However, in the prosperous times of Buddhism, people went out to spread Buddhism and accepted incense offerings from believers. In times of trouble, they closed the mountain gates and guarded the money, silk and food without leaving the world. Suffering is the norm. A few Buddhist scriptures inherited from Tianzhu cannot enlighten the rebellious Buddhists who have mortgages and rented fields, and they cannot change the selfish origins of Buddhism. In the final analysis, stealing, robbery, and belief in Buddhism are all It’s a means of living.”
Of course faith exists, and there are no truly enlightened monks. However, more people just cling to the towering tree of Buddhism and want to live a better life.
When faith becomes a means of life, it is difficult to keep it pure and noble.
Cen Changqian was frightened when he heard this. Is our commander so brave? He actually slandered Buddhism in front of Master Xuanzang.
To this day, Xuanzang has gone to Tianzhu to obtain Buddhist scriptures after many hardships and has accumulated great prestige due to his successful return. Coupled with the official recognition of the imperial court, he has become the true leader of Buddhism in the world. All he needs to say is "Crazy and rebellious". "Those who slander Buddhism" will make Buddhists all over the world regard Fang Jun as a "heretic" and "hatred bandit", and then rely on their strong influence to make Fang Jun infamous and ruined.
However, the expected dissatisfaction or even anger did not appear. Xuanzang sighed softly, showing a slight annoyance: "That's why the poor monk said that it is difficult to be born before the day of death. If you want to spread Buddhism, you must have many believers. And If we accept a wide range of believers, it is inevitable that the good and the bad will be mixed... Therefore, 'greed, anger, and ignorance' are the three poisons that entangle mortals throughout their lives. If they can be eliminated, there will be Buddhas everywhere in the world."
Cen Changqian's eyes widened. Master Xuanzang actually accepted Fang Jun's accusation against Buddhism?
As if feeling Cen Changqian's surprise, Xuanzang looked at him, his wise and warm eyes full of smiles: "Why, does the little donor think that the poor monk will deny the fact of existence for the sake of the reputation of Buddhism?"
Cen Changqian said hurriedly: "I don't dare."
Xuanzang then said to Fang Jun: "This little benefactor is not very old and has not established a solid foundation, but he is talented and extraordinary. Given time, he will definitely achieve something great."
Cen Changqian was very surprised. Not many people could be praised by Xuanzang. They could even become famous quickly with this comment. However, she still said humbly: "I don't dare to be a master and give false praises. I have little talent and little knowledge. I have been working with the commander to increase my knowledge and knowledge." It is enough to enrich your knowledge and not seek to be heard in the world, but to work sincerely, to be of great service to the country and to benefit the people."
Xuanzang looked at him more highly because of this and praised him: "He has a calm mind, is diligent and humble, and can be a prime minister and assistant."
Fang Jun saw that Cen Changqian was slightly embarrassed. The child was obviously not used to such praise, so he smiled and said: "Master has superb Buddhist teachings and a thorough understanding of world affairs. Since you are praised so much, it is enough to show that you do have talents higher than ordinary people. However, Are there more than a million talented and intelligent people in the world? Not all of them may be able to achieve success and leave a mark in history. You must have confidence and don’t belittle yourself, but don’t be conceited.”
"Thank you, Marshal, for your teachings. I will never forget my humble duty."
"Why did you come here this time?"
Cen Changqian hesitated for a moment, then Fang Jun said with a smile: "Do you think that the master said that he was in the world of mortals and could not be born, so he was just an ordinary person? If you have anything to say, it doesn't matter. Master heard it, but it didn't make a trace."
(End of chapter)
