Xuanzang was stunned.
"Zhang Qian?"
he murmured.
"Yes, Zhang Qian."
Xu Fenglei said with a smile,
"Think about it, as a monarch with great ambitions, will he only focus on the country?"
"China has been established, so where will your Majesty's eyes be next? It's the New World, it's the sea of stars!"
"The Western Region, this mysterious and treasure-filled region, is the new continent in His Majesty's eyes! And he is also very interested in the Tianzhu country you want to go to."
"From this point of view, it's actually not difficult to get his approval and get out of seclusion. As long as... you grasp his pain points and meet his needs!"
Xuanzang's breathing was slightly rapid.
"Master, please teach me!"
He continued,
"As long as the young monk can go to Tianzhu to get the true scriptures, your majesty has any needs. As long as the young monk can do it, the young monk will agree to it!"
In order to obtain the true scripture, he is willing to do whatever it takes!
"Hahaha, don't be excited, don't be excited..."
Xu Fenglei raised his hand and said comfortingly,
"Actually, His Majesty's request is very simple——"
"When you travel through the Western Region, you have to pass through many countries, right? I heard that there are hundreds of countries, large and small, in the Western Region, and their forces are intertwined."
"But hearsay is always hearsay. Until now, no one can tell what the Western Region is like. Even the Hu merchants who come and go are only focused on doing business and their words are vague."
"It's like an oiran who comes out after being called out for a long time, half-hiding his face with his pipa in his arms. Do you think it's annoying? Do you think it's uncomfortable?"
Xuanzang was silent for a moment.
"It doesn't hurt my heart, it doesn't hurt." He said calmly, "The young monk is a monk, he is not close to women, and he is not interested in women."
Xu Fenglei: "..."
"This is a metaphor. Do you understand the metaphor?" He said with a speechless expression.
"The young monk can understand."
Xuanzang touched his bald head awkwardly and responded honestly.
"So...not only do I want to lift the veil of this beautiful woman, but His Majesty also wants to lift it."
Xu Fenglei said happily,
"And you, Master Xuanzang."
"If you are willing to be the person who lifts the veil of the Western Region, then I think His Majesty will be accommodating to your request to obtain the true scripture."
"What do you think?"
Xuanzang fell silent again.
Xu Fenglei took a sip of tea and saw that the old god was there.
"The young monk understands what the Grand Master means."
Xuanzang was silent for only a moment, then raised his head and asked,
"But how can we unveil the Western Region and satisfy His Majesty?"
Wow.
As if he had already prepared it, Xu Fenglei took out a roll of parchment from his arms and sent it to Xuanzang.
At the top of the paper, four big characters were written -
To-do list!
Below it are rows of dense text.
"Task one is to find out the distribution of forces in the Western Region and Tianzhu, including but not limited to how many countries there are in the Western Region, how many forces there are, where they are located, and what their relationship is with each other."
Xu Fenglei pointed at the parchment and read,
"Task two, explore the geographical boundaries of the Western Region, describe its mountains, rivers, and cities, and make them on the map."
"Task three is to understand the customs, customs, and characteristics of the countries in the Western Regions. What are the characteristics of each country and what is the style of the local people? Record everything down to the smallest detail."
"Task 4: Observe and discover advanced technologies in the Western Regions, such as metallurgy, iron smelting, mining, planting and other technologies. As long as they are more advanced and efficient than those of the Tang Dynasty, or have different methods, record them all and record them. Bring it back to the Tang Dynasty."
"Task five..."
"Task six..."
"Task seven..."
Xu Fenglei read one by one, and Xuanzang's face gradually turned ugly as he read.
"This this……"
He stuttered a bit when he spoke.
To complete all these tasks, he might not even have time to learn from the experience!
"All these tasks come together to form a huge map of the Western Regions! Your Majesty will be able to thoroughly see that mysterious region through this map of the Western Regions!"
Xu Fenglei made an arc in the air and said seriously,
"And you are the author of this picture!"
"Xuan Zang, you can imagine how much favor and favor you will receive from His Majesty if you can draw this map!"
"Not to mention letting you out of seclusion, just giving you a title and making you the highest-ranking monk in the Tang Dynasty. His Majesty may agree to it!"
This pie is painted!
Xuanzang's breath was suffocated, and his heart throbbed violently.
"Can……"
He swallowed a mouthful of saliva and said with some difficulty,
"But these tasks are too arduous. The young monk is afraid that he will not be able to complete them and live up to the expectations of His Majesty and the Grand Master..."
He's not a fool.
If you want to complete all the tasks on that picture without staying in the Western Region for decades, that is undoubtedly a dream!
Although the pie is delicious, the work is really hard to do!
"Daunting?"
Xu Fenglei's expression suddenly became cold and he said,
"You can travel thousands of miles and overcome difficulties and obstacles to go to Tianzhu for the scriptures, but can't you record a map of the Western Regions on the way and contribute to the Tang Dynasty?"
"Don't forget that Xuanzang is not only a monk, but also a Tang Dynasty man!"
"Serving the country, this is what every Tang person should do, isn't it?"
Xuanzang: "..."
He looked at the roll of parchment in a daze, carefully looking at the requirements of each task.
Xu Fenglei was not in a hurry, waiting for him to speak.
My intuition told me that Xuanzang would definitely agree.
After a while.
"Hey... okay."
Xuanzang gritted his teeth, gathered up the parchment, stood up and saluted,
"The Grand Master really posed a difficult problem for the young monk."
"But as you said, the young monk is also a Tang Dynasty. Your Majesty is gracious to let the young monk come out of seclusion. Naturally, the young monk should be grateful and repay the kindness."
"Even if there are thousands of difficulties and dangers, the young monk will never back down!"
"Xiao Monk has accepted these tasks!"
His eyes became firm from this moment on.
Once he decides on something and agrees to it, he will do it unswervingly and complete it!
Without such a heart, how can we learn from scriptures or achieve fruition?
Snapped!
"Okay! This is what I've been waiting for!"
Xu Fenglei slammed the table and praised,
"I knew Master Xuanzang would not let me down. I was not wrong about the person!"
"Hahaha……"
Xuanzang also smiled, but his expression was a little helpless.
"Oh, by the way, Xuanzang..."
Xu Fenglei said again,
"I have a personal request. Can you please do me a favor?"
"Grand Master, please tell me." He clasped his hands and said, "There are already so many tasks, and one more will not be overwhelming."
The task master belongs to yes.
"It's actually not difficult."
Xu Fenglei took out another drawing from his arms and said,
"I want you to help me find something in Tianzhu Kingdom."
"It's the thing drawn on the picture. You must help me find it and bring it back."
Wow.
The drawing opens, with a plant drawn on it.
"cotton?"
Xuanzang looked at it carefully and thought:
"Yes, it's cotton."
Xu Fenglei pointed at the graphics above and said,
"I don't know what this thing is called in Tianzhu, but I call it cotton. When mature cotton is picked, it can be used as clothes, blankets, and bedding. They are all extremely warm."
"I've already written down its traits and characteristics. You can follow this to find it when the time comes."
"If you can find it and bring its seeds back, I will be very grateful."
cotton.
This is the treasure of ancient India in his eyes, a treasure that can benefit the Tang Dynasty.
In fact, the cotton in ancient India was relatively rough, far inferior to the cotton in the Americas, but for now... the Tang Dynasty did not have the conditions to travel by sea and land in South America.
Otherwise, bring him back potatoes, sweet potatoes, etc., let alone cotton!
Put aside the fantasy and return to reality. Under the current situation, it would be good to bring back the coarse cotton from Tianzhu.
"good."
Xuanzang nodded and agreed,
"The Grand Master went to ask His Majesty for the young monk's wish. This is a kindness to the young monk, and the young monk should repay his kindness."
"Don't worry, as long as the cotton is really in Tianzhu, the monk will definitely bring it back for the grand master."
Xu Fenglei grinned and patted his shoulder.
"Okay, good brother."
He said casually,
"We really have the same interests. Seriously, can Buddhist disciples become brothers? How about we become brothers of the opposite sex?"
Xuanzang: "..."
You should pull it down quickly...
We have similar interests... It would be great if you don't cheat me!
"Thank you, Grand Master, for your kindness."
Xuanzang saluted and said,
"How virtuous and capable is this young monk, that he can become a sworn sworn brother to the Grand Master?"
"The Grand Master is proficient in Buddhism, and the young monk worships the Grand Master as his teacher, which is pretty much it."
Xu Fenglei couldn't help laughing when he heard this.
Not to mention, Xuanzang has such a sweet mouth! This flattery is all done in the same way.
The most important thing is that he can flatter people in a serious manner and make people believe him.
No wonder his disciple Bianji was able to hook up with Princess Gaoyang. Could it be that he had a master?
…
The big deal was settled, and after some small talk, Xuanzang bowed and left with satisfaction.
At the same time, excitement and fighting spirit are also high in my heart.
The Grand Master has promised to obtain customs clearance documents for him within a month, which means that he is about to leave the Tang Dynasty and go to the Buddhist country he dreams of!
Prepare, prepare!
Return to Xingguo Temple and prepare well for the journey!
"Sir, who is this Master Xuanzang?"
The maid in yellow stepped forward to collect the tea and asked curiously.
Xu Fenglei drank the last sip of tea.
"A man of great wisdom and perseverance, a man who can go down in history."
He said softly,
"In the future, his name will be resounding throughout the world and will be famous for generations to come."
Xuanzang in history just took Buddhist scriptures and wrote a "Record of the Western Regions of the Tang Dynasty", which was praised by later generations.
Now, he has given him so many tasks.
If he can really complete the map of the Western Regions, then he will not only have a transcendent status in Buddhism, but also leave a mark in history, and even... surpass Zhang Qian!
Really looking forward to it.
…
Taiji Palace, Honglu Temple.
The plump Tang Jian was reading a book leisurely with a piece of candy in his mouth.
This is the most leisurely institution in the administrative department of the Tang Dynasty.
There are no foreign guests on weekdays, so there is basically nothing to do. I go to work every day just to get off work.
"Tang Jian, I feel so comfortable!"
A voice suddenly came from outside the hall.
Tang Jian raised his head slightly and saw the appearance of the person coming, and the fat on his face couldn't help but tremble.
"Ah...you?!"
"Meet...meet the Grand Master."
He hurriedly stood up and saluted. Several dozing scribes around him were also frightened and hurriedly stood up and saluted.
Be good! The Grand Master is here in person!
In this poor place of theirs, how could any official visit them on weekdays? I have never seen a heavyweight like Xu Fenglei before!
This sight makes him look like a god!
"Hahaha, no need to be polite, no need to be polite."
Xu Fenglei raised his hand to signal everyone to stand up, then looked at the environment in the hall and praised,
"That's good, that's good."
"This kind of yamen is what I dream of. There is nothing wrong with it. I can catch fish every day, read books, pass the time, and still get a salary."
"Whenever I don't want to work any more, how about I come to your Honglu Temple to ask for a job?"
When Tang Jian heard this, cold sweat broke out on his face.
"Master, you are joking. Master, you are joking..."
He wiped the sweat from his forehead and ordered to the clerk behind him,
"What are you still doing?"
"Why don't you go and pour tea for the Grand Master!"
"Yes, yes..." The two clerks woke up from a dream and hurriedly touched the teapot.
Yes, the teapots are cold and have to be reheated.
"Come on, I'm too lazy to drink the oil tea here. I can't get used to the taste."
Xu Fenglei waved his hand, pulled Tang Jian's sleeve and said,
"Get some snacks for me to try."
Tang Jian looked a little embarrassed, took out a piece of khaki candy from his sleeve, offered it to him cheerfully, and said flatteringly:
"Master, if you don't mind it being dirty, please give it a try."
Xu Fenglei threw the candy into his mouth and chewed it twice casually.
"Don't fool me with this!"
He hummed softly,
"Hand over your hidden honey!"
Tang Jian; “@#￥%……*@##”
"Master, please spare me... Where did the honey from Honglu Temple come from?"
He said helplessly,
"If you really want to eat honey, I will take you home for a while. I have a nest of fine honey. How about you try it?"
Xu Fenglei raised his eyebrows and pinched the fat on his face.
"Okay! I won't tease you anymore, just keep the honey for yourself and enjoy it!"
He waved his hand and said,
"I came to see you for something!"
Tang Jian couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this.
It's okay if something happens.
We are not afraid that the leader will find trouble, but we are afraid that the leader will have nothing to do and find trouble.
"You say, you say."
he continued.
"Do you have a customs clearance document, the kind that allows you to leave the Tang Dynasty?"
Xu Fenglei asked.
Tang Jian was stunned.
"...Uh, yes, yes."
He responded,
"What do you want with this thing? Your official seal is better than a customs clearance document."
Xu Fenglei curled his lips.
"Stupid, of course it's not for my own use."
He stretched out his hand and said,
"Since you have it, why don't you take it and take a look?"
"Okay, wait a moment." Tang Jian ordered the clerk behind him, "Go and get a blank customs clearance document."
The scribe responded and left.
After a while,
A square booklet was delivered to Xu Fenglei.
…
(End of chapter)
