The snow in winter gradually became lighter, and there was no talk of celebrating the New Year at this time, but Mengchang still summoned everyone who was close to Mengdi to have a good gathering.
After the joyful banquet is over, everyone will start to prepare supplies and reorganize their military equipment for the Northern Expedition in the spring next year.
At this time, only white clouds were seen floating in the sky, and three Taoists slowly flew towards Mengcheng from the clouds.
Mengchang seemed to feel something in his heart, and hurriedly walked outside the house and looked towards the sky.
"Hahaha, Ziya is back, very good, very good!"
The horizon was still a little far away, but Mengchang recognized the old Taoist priest in the center at a glance. Wasn't it the Jiang Ziya whom he longed for?
Not only did the people come back, but they also seemed to have brought two disciples of Yuxu Palace with them.
This year's winter was a false alarm. It won't be long before the Western Sect will send people to preach in Mengdi. At this time, the disciples of the Chan Sect are here, and they will surely be able to make those Western Sects avoid it.
Mengchang walked up to Jiang Ziya, pulled his sleeves and walked into the house. Jiang Ziya was particularly moved by his tearful eyes.
I never thought that General Meng would treat me with such sincerity.
Listening to Meng Chang ramble about the short half-year period when he was away, from the conquest of Jizhou to the visit of the Western Sage Zhunti, to the reform of various things, and the conjecture of "New Mencius Law", all details were told. Jiang Ziya, who had lived for most of his life, was dumbfounded and said that he would never see you again.
General, no, Meng's man has so much experience? Have I been gone for a few months or four to five years?
"Alas, Ziya, I often wake up from nightmares at midnight, and my mind is filled with the souls of those who died in vain in Jizhou City. My heart aches!"
"There is no need for Meng's men to suffer so much. Su Hu is the one who made the big mistake. The general's thinking is right. If the battle is not to stop at the surface, but to work hard for the army, he is a mediocre general. You can think of the water attack. This It is the best plan for heaven, and it has merit but no fault."
"It's just that this kind of military strategy should be used sparingly in the future unless the situation is urgent."
Well, use it sparingly rather than not using it. Jiang Ziya is also a representative of the kindness of a general rather than being pedantic.
"Then if the Western religion really takes this opportunity to occupy the magpie's nest, what should I do?"
"Meng's men don't need to worry. Ziya is here this time, and he is accompanied by two nephews, Xue Eihu and Han Dulong. With my disciples of the Chan sect here, the two sages of the West will not mess around. This is a dispute over the teachings. I think the West The two uncles should not take risks easily."
Mengchang followed where Jiang Ziya pointed and looked behind him. He saw that the two men had fierce faces and burly bodies. They looked less like two accomplished men and more like two men fighting in a military formation.
"Mengchang, the Lord of Mengdi in the Northern Territory of Great Shang, has met two Taoist priests!"
The two of them came forward and kowtowed, and the leader, Han Dulong, said: "Your Majesty, you don't have to be polite. We are here to help you with the orders of Master Daoxing Tianzun and help you to uphold justice and establish yourself in Beihai. From now on, we will be your lord's subjects. Your lord calls you Just my two names are enough.”
"Hahaha, okay, okay, okay. Ziya is back today and has two helping hands. This is really a blessing from heaven. It is Meng's blessing."
"Meng You, go give instructions to the chef. I want to entertain some experts from Kunlun Mountain."
Jiang Ziya immediately stopped the personal guard Meng You who was about to leave, and looked at Meng Chang with a smile while stroking his beard: "My lord, do you remember what Ziya said before returning to the mountain that day?"
Mengchang thought for a moment, a smile appeared on his face, but then he reacted: "What did you just call me?"
"Since Ziya has come out of the mountain, he is no longer a Taoist in the mountain. It turns out that Ziya just thinks that the Lord can spread benevolence and righteousness to the land. But when he comes back today, the new life of Mengland is like vigorous purple smoke, steaming up. This is the sign of a wise king, and this is the common people. Thanks to the Lord for not giving up, Ziya is willing to help the Lord to introduce the old and bring forth the new, eliminate the old diseases and achieve the great cause of innovation."
In fact, Meng Chang was overjoyed that Jiang Ziya could come and bring his two nephews with him.
Saint, what an exaggerated term. In the books he had read before when he was fishing, he basically ruled the world, endured countless tribulations without getting rid of it, and was untainted by cause and effect. Always with heaven, coexisting with Tao.
Just listening to the description, he felt an aura of despair coming to his face, but gradually he came into contact with "superpowers". After meeting Grand Master Wen and the strange beasts of the mountains and seas, he felt that this god was abnormal, especially in the past few days. After the Taoist pulled him into the endless light, he felt that this deified saint was far from as exaggerated as those described in his previous life.
Jiang Ziya's return confirmed his suspicion for the last time.
A saint is not an omniscient and omnipotent being.
They can also be deceived and calculated. As for whether they can be killed...
Forget it, at least for him now, it's too far away. Just the silent hand of Zhunti Taoist to pull him into the endless light is enough to scare him, not to mention that he still has a piece of the Seven Treasures in his body. The leaves of the tree can protect his true spirit from death and achieve the status of Bodhisattva.
It’s not a loss. Regardless of whether the great cause is achieved or not, a Western honorary position is guaranteed, right?
"Today Ziya returns to his hometown. I am overjoyed. You alone are better than thousands of troops. No matter how many treasures and magic weapons I am given, it will not be as good as Ziya's recognition!"
"Hahaha, my lord, please don't be happy. Let's see what Ziya finds for you."
Jiang Ziya smiled and turned the world in his sleeve. A golden needle grew in the wind and turned into golden light and flew out. Meng Chang almost blurted out "Ruyi Golden Cudgel"!
"This is a gift from Senior Brother Yun Zhongzi to Ziya. This thing is called the Golden Stick. It is indestructible and can be destroyed by nothing. It should be regarded as a superior magic weapon. It can have the power of merit and defeat evil spirits and demons. Come to think of it. If the Lord encounters strange beasts again in the future, this stick can perform extraordinary feats."
Meng Chang stepped forward and grabbed the golden stick. With his talent for proficiency in weapons, in a short while the golden stick was dancing like a tiger in the courtyard. When the shadows of the sticks intertwined, the wind was like a dragon roaring and a tiger roaring, with all its strength It vibrates like thunder, it is indeed a good treasure. If there is such a treasure, even if Kui Long is reincarnated, it will only have the power of two or three sticks.
The three of them watched in silence as Meng Chang opened his three heads and six arms, the Qi axe, the startling salamander, and the golden stick. The thunder and rain struck with such rapid force that Han Dulong and Xue Eihu couldn't help but swallow their saliva. The two of them majored in transforming the physical body into essence and entering the Qi. , has always boasted of his amazing strength and extraordinary martial arts.
But at this moment, looking at the brave and unstoppable appearance of the lord who will serve in the future, I can't help but feel a drum in my heart.
Why should I wait for this? If they were to have a life-and-death showdown with their master, they would probably be in trouble together, and it would be good if they could find a way out of their master's hands.
"Hahaha! It's fun, it's really fun. If there is a chance in the future, Meng Chang will definitely thank Taoist Yun Zhongzi in person. This stick is very suitable for me."
"General, don't worry, Ziya still has something else." After saying that, Jiang Ziya turned around again and took out a cloth bag made of silk.
"go!"
As Jiang Ziya performed the secrets with his hands, the mouth of the bag instantly enlarged, and a green divine beast stepped on the thunder. Its eyes were like lights. The dragon-like deer-like Qilin galloped wildly in the void on the thunder.
"This beast is a gift from Senior Brother Chi Jing. It can soar into the clouds and ride in the mist. It is extremely powerful and fearless. It is the third-generation Qilin beast, and its name is: Jade Qilin. It should help the master to break through the sky. From then on, it will be easy to run thousands of miles, and it will be like walking in the sky and into the sea." Flat ground.”
Mengchang's eyes shone. The Jade Qilin was indeed as its name suggests. It was like jade and emerald. It was a little less ferocious than the Mo Qilin of Wen Taishi, and had a more blessed and peaceful atmosphere. Teach, the mythical beasts given away are all auspicious level existences.
Without further ado, Mengchang took advantage of the jade unicorn's approach, turned over and rode on it, soaring high in the sky, with his feet stepping on the void. The speed was not as fast as the high-altitude dive of Shehu Lake that day, but it was no worse than the number of victories. Better than stability.
After running wildly in the sky for a while, the jade unicorn gradually landed on the ground. The person on its back was full of vitality and blood, and had three magic weapons. The Qi ax was extremely ferocious. The Frightened Salamander had a brilliant aura of humanity, and the golden stick was as powerful as thunder. , the person who can control these treasures is not a mediocre master. In addition to the warning of the original owner Chi Jing, Jade Qilin also raised his chin affectionately, expressing his recognition of the new owner.
"Mengchang has nothing to repay for the great kindness he has given me. If there is anything Mengchang needs in the future, Ziya and the other Taoist priests in the sect may ask me to do so, but as long as it does not violate the moral principles in Mengchang's heart, I can do anything."
Suddenly, Mengchang grabbed Jiang Ziya's hand and walked towards the inner hall, followed by Xue Ehu, Han Dulong, and the extremely smart Yu Qilin.
But just as they turned around, Meng Zhu appeared, glanced at Jiang Ziya, and with Meng Chang's acquiescence, said in a deep voice.
"Report to the lord, a group of weirdos appeared outside Meng City, asking to see the lord."
"Weird? Do you have a common name?"
"The leader informed me that Ksitigarbha, a disciple of Saint Zhunti from the West, has brought three hundred novice monks to help the Lord reform."
"this……"
It was really embarrassing. I was still thanking him for his teachings, and then Westerners came to join in the fun. They said that the West is the land of Xiqi and they are going west. Isn’t this too fast? The distance between east and west is more than ten thousand miles? How come Jiang Ziya, who returned to the mountain several months in advance, can return at the same time?
Seemingly seeing Meng Chang's difficulty, Jiang Ziya said with a smile: "The Lord once said that he was forced by Saint Chunti and had to do it. In addition, the innovation has made many enemies, so we can change the Western teachings to the Confucianism, Dharma and Bones way. , Lord, can you let Ziya meet with you?"
"Ziya can all know about Meng Di's affairs. Meng Chang knows everything and says nothing about it?"
"Brother Zhu, please come in!"
"promise!"
Ksitigarbha, as expected, this person should be Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva who has made great vows in future generations, vowing not to become a Buddha until hell is empty.
This is an interesting Bodhisattva. As long as someone dies, the soul will go to hell to be reincarnated. No matter what the original intention of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva is, at least he can make such a great wish to lock himself firmly in the underworld and assist Jiuzang Bodhisattva. You maintain the order of reincarnation, which is already better than many other immortals and Buddhas.
But I saw a young man who was as gentle as jade and with a beardless face walking in from the outside. Behind him was a woman who looked like an auspicious goddess. She was holding necklaces on her left and right hands. She was dressed in gold and had a beautiful face.
The two slowly walked into the main hall.
The young man's calm face showed a bit of surprise, and he looked at the three Taoist priests who stood out in the main hall, with some doubts on his eyebrows.
"The Western Teach Ksitigarbha and the Rakshasa Nv Yingluo from Lenggong Island pay homage to the Universal Bodhisattva of Good Deeds."
"..."
Meng Chang glanced at Jiang Ziya and the others with a guilty conscience, coughed, signaled that they didn't need to be polite, and turned around to introduce Jiang Ziya and the others.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Ziya shook his head at Mengchang thoughtfully, then faced Ji Zang and said with a smile.
"Kunlun Mountain Yuxu Palace, Yuanshi Tianzun's disciple, Jiang Ziya!"
"I've met two fellow Taoists!"
"!!!"
Ksitigarbha's gentle and jade-like face suddenly turned pale with shock. He glanced at Jiang Ziya and then at Meng Chang. He subconsciously took three steps back and glanced at the two of them with an expression of disbelief.
what's the situation?
When leaving Lingshan, the second master repeatedly warned them to keep a low profile and not to make any noise, so as not to let those who explain and intercept the teachings discover their actions.
This hasn't even started yet, so how come we have directly bumped into the disciples of the Chan Sect?
And who does this Taoist priest say his master is? Yuanshi Tianzun?
Ksitigarbha took a deep breath and calmed down a little, while the Rakshasa girl behind him turned pale with fear.
"Ksitigarbha, I have met Senior Brother Jiang. I wonder why Senior Brother is here?"
Previewing the follow-up plot, the protagonist's domestic affairs chapter is about to end and he will return to the humane chapter. Is this Confucianism-based Buddhism still to your liking?
It is not easy to look up the scriptures. I also found some contents of the reforms of Li Kui, Wu Qi, and Shang Yang. I took the essence and the dross and mapped them slowly. I started from one place first and mapped them slowly. If you think it is okay, please help me. Parents, please give me a monthly ticket!
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