When Lin Ji returned to Yucheng, it was almost evening.
He went directly to the government office and found Tian Guosheng.
Just as Tian Guosheng was finishing his meal, he had three or two side dishes and a bowl of porridge.
Tian Guosheng was a little surprised at Lin Ji's speed. After inviting him to sit down, he asked, "You're back so soon? How are things going?"
"I went to Nanmo County and Xingye Temple."
"Have you slaughtered all the bald donkeys in Xingye Temple?" Tian Guosheng narrowed his eyes slightly.
"No, killed dozens of people, but saved a couple of children."
Tian Guosheng nodded noncommittally and asked, "Where is the abbot of Xingye Temple?"
"The bald donkey in the temple said that the abbot is not here, but I didn't bother to look for him." Lin Ji stood up and bowed slightly, "It's because the lower official did not do his job well. If you want to punish me..."
Before Lin Ji could say anything, Tian Guosheng waved his hands repeatedly, stood up and pushed Lin Ji down to sit down.
"What's there to punish? It's just a massacre of the temple. It's enough for you to make a scene... Do you want to eat together?"
"No need, I'll eat after I go back to Lin Mansion." Lin Ji shook his head and refused.
When he left yesterday, he still remembered his mother calling Xiaohua to the kitchen to prepare for the family dinner.
In this case, even if it is sudden to go back now, it is still good for the family to have a light meal.
There is no reason why his parents are still in Yucheng and eating at Tian Guosheng's place.
"That's... that's true. I heard Gao Ling tell you about you. I never thought that you are Yuxuan's biological son. What a coincidence." Tian Guosheng saw what Lin Ji was thinking.
"Since you are in a hurry to go back, I won't keep you here. Now that you have looked at the situation in Weizhou, you should understand in your mind why Supervisor Tiansi is having a hard time in Weizhou and why Tantric Buddhism is rampant in Weizhou."
Hearing this, Lin Ji sighed.
"Hey, the evil of Tantric Buddhism is so deep-rooted that even if Tantric Buddhism is destroyed, it will take at least decades for Weizhou to recover." Lin Ji rubbed his face.
He also thought of the people in Nanmo County, who considered themselves pigs and compared monks to gods.
"The imperial court will soon take action against the Tantric Sect. The Tantric Sect is also very clear about this matter. They are the ones who started it first." Tian Guosheng picked up a peanut and threw it into his mouth, chewing it and said: "The Tantric Sect has a disloyal heart. Everyone knows it, but they have crossed a line during this time.”
"Crossing the line?" Lin Ji raised his eyebrows slightly.
"They want to merge Victoria into the Buddhist Kingdom. This matter is not only a matter for the imperial court, but also a matter for the nine states in the Central Plains."
Lin Ji took a deep look at Tian Guosheng.
This is too outrageous.
The monks of the sect can say it, and the aristocratic families can say it, but the town official who is Supervisor Tiansi cannot say it.
The nine states of the Central Plains are the imperial court and should not be discussed separately.
Of course, this is just a superficial statement, and Lin Ji actually doesn't think so.
However, he would never say similar things to his mouth, lest he be taken as an excuse.
After all, he still has to hang out in the Tiantian Division.
As for what Tian Guosheng said, Lin Ji just pretended that he had never heard of it, but he kept it in mind.
Whether intentional or not, Tian Guosheng's stance does not seem to be as firm as imagined.
Tian Guosheng didn't seem to realize his gaffe, but instead patted Lin Ji's arm.
"Weizhou will soon have countless achievements. If you want to climb up in the Tiantian Division, you can't miss this time no matter what. Lin Ji, Mr. Fang appreciates you very much, don't let him down."
"I will do my best."
Tian Guosheng nodded and said with a smile: "Just stay with your parents in Yucheng during this time. If anything happens again, I will find you again."
"I'll take my leave."
…
When Lin Ji returned to Lin Mansion, the family happened to be having dinner.
Seeing Lin Ji return, his mother Chen Mei was surprised and pulled him to sit down quickly, and then ordered the servants to add more dishes.
"Ji'er, you weren't hurt this time, were you?" Lin Yuxuan asked with concern, sitting on the main seat.
"It's just a small matter. I'm sorry, dad, I'm sorry."
"Don't be so polite." Lin Yuxuan shook his head impatiently, "I am your biological father, why are you so raw?"
Lin Ji nodded helplessly.
"yes."
During dinner, the atmosphere became a little awkward because of Lin Ji's participation.
Both Lin Yuxuan and Chen Mei were greeting Lin Ji, but Lin Ji's response seemed a bit reserved.
This atmosphere also made Lin Ji a little uncomfortable.
Fortunately, Lin Chun had to work hard after dinner, so Lin Ji used this excuse to leave the restaurant with Lin Chun.
Xiaohua also came out, leading Lin Ji to an independent small courtyard.
"Young Master, this is your house." Xiaohua opened the courtyard door.
"Thank you." Lin Ji nodded.
Lin Chun also came over and started practicing in Lin Ji's small courtyard, while Lin Ji watched quietly.
At this time, Lin Chun's body wasn't even strong yet, and he was mostly practicing physical skills to activate his muscles and bones.
Although Lin Ji didn't understand this, with his level, he could tell with just one glance what areas Lin Chun's movements were training, and then correct them.
"Rebirth of the Great Era of Fighting Waves"
"Raise your legs higher."
"Stretch your arm even if it's not broken!"
"Why are you shaking? Stand firm!"
Lin Ji scolded him repeatedly. Ever since he knew that Lin Chun was his biological brother, Lin Ji subconsciously became harsh.
It is impossible to joke.
You have to let him know that an elder brother is like a father.
After practicing for more than an hour, seeing that Lin Chun was approaching his limit, Lin Ji let him rest.
Lin Chun breathed a sigh of relief and sat next to Lin Ji.
"Big...big brother." His big brother call was a bit forced.
"What's the matter?" Lin Ji looked at the moon in the sky and asked casually.
"You and your parents seem...like..."
"A bit unfamiliar? We haven't seen each other for five years, so of course we are unfamiliar." Lin Ji could only prevaricate in this way. After he traveled through time, he didn't spend much time with his parents. He might be able to understand his parents' love for him. , but he couldn't give birth to that kind of family affection that comes from the heart.
"It's not just unfamiliarity. I feel like you are forced to stay at home. I just feel like this for no reason." Lin Chun shook his head. He couldn't explain his feelings and could only express them reluctantly.
Lin Ji understood what he meant.
He lowered his head and looked at Lin Chun.
"Do you know what I did yesterday?"
"have no idea."
"I went to kill people, kill bald donkeys."
Lin Chun's eyes suddenly widened.
Lin Jize continued: "My goal is to become an abbot in the fifth realm... Boy, do you think your teacher is great?"
"Of course the teacher is great."
"The bald donkey I'm looking for can kill your teacher with one slap." Lin Ji said in a wicked way.
Although I was a little sorry for Gao Ling, a few words destroyed his image in Lin Chun's heart.
But he always had to find a comparison to make Lin Chun understand.
Seeing the panic on Lin Chun's face, Lin Ji touched the hair on his head that was not thick.
"This is the job that Supervisor Tiansi will do. I am better than your teacher, so I will have the same level of trouble waiting for me. Maybe one day I will be in trouble."
Lin Ji put his hand on Lin Chun's shoulder.
"this..."
Lin Ji patted Lin Chun's shoulder, let him go, put his hands behind his head, and lay down halfway against the back of the chair.
"I originally thought I would let them start a small business and live a stable life, but I didn't expect that not only did they give birth to you in Yucheng, but you, a brat, embarked on the path of spiritual practice again. This is actually the opposite of what I originally planned. ”
"You study hard. Wouldn't it be nice to inherit our Lin family's property in the future? Do you have to join the Jiantian Division? Then I'm afraid my parents will be worried about us brothers every day."
Lin Chun didn't reply. After a while, he walked up to Lin Ji and said seriously:
"Brother, I think your worries are unnecessary. My father and mother have experienced much more ups and downs than you. I have also heard them often talk about the hardships they suffered in the past. My father and mother are not as fragile as you think."
"Really?" Lin Ji was a little stunned, "What else do you want to say?"
"Also, parents, including me, all have the right to choose their own path. You can't choose for us, just like we can't choose for you!"
After saying that, Lin Chun turned around and left.
Lin Ji, on the other hand, was in a daze.
