Shen Lian turned around and looked around, and found a believer who was praying devoutly. He went over to get close to him and said, "This is my first time to participate in the pilgrimage in Dali City. Have you participated before, brother?"
The man nodded and said, "This is the fifth time I have participated."
"oh?"
Shen Lian said: "Then you must be very pious and experienced?"
The man looked at the statue of Lady Beidou with a pious expression on his face: "Yes, I faithfully believe in Lady Beidou..."
Shen Lian pretended to be enthusiastic and asked: "This is my first time here. This statue is so majestic. Was it the same statue before?"
The man shook his head and said: "It wasn't this statue before, but Lady Beidou has had tens of millions of incarnations, so naturally there are tens of millions of statues, so it doesn't matter which statue it is."
"The important thing is that we must have a pious heart and have absolute faith in Empress Beidou. As long as we sincerely believe, Empress Beidou will definitely bless us."
Shen Lian: "...What you said makes sense."
After saying that, he turned around and left.
This believer seems to have advanced to become a missionary.
However, this person solved one of his doubts.
It seems that it is not my illusion, but this statue is indeed the statue of Taihe City.
In that case, that would be interesting.
The sad statue that has been used many times is not used, but the smiling statue is used.
Does this have any special meaning?
Shen Lian felt that he didn't dislike the sad statue crying.
After all, if you dislike it, you should have changed it long ago. There is no need to put so much effort into building such a sad statue.
Therefore, there is obviously nothing wrong with the sad expression of the sad statue.
So, what is the purpose of using the smiling statue of Taihe City this time?
Shen Lian narrowed his eyes, filled with doubts.
Shen Lian really felt that this pilgrimage was more and more interesting.
The idols are completely different from those in the past. The tradition that has remained unchanged for many years has suddenly changed this year. If there is no problem with the pilgrimage this time, Shen Lian probably won't believe it even a fool.
But why will the pilgrimage change this time?
Is it because of yourself?
Or is there any special reason?
He didn't know much about Beidou Temple, so even though he was extremely smart, it was difficult to deduce more things based on these limited clues at this time.
"We need more clues!"
Shen Lian sighed in his heart.
"Believer, you are here! I am still looking for you!"
At this moment, a familiar voice suddenly sounded behind Shen Lian.
Shen Lian looked around and saw that the Taoist who had been fooled by him yesterday was waving to him.
"Here he comes, he comes, he comes with clues and secrets..."
The moment Shen Lian saw this Taoist, this sentence automatically appeared in his mind.
He suddenly showed an extremely kind and gentle smile and said hurriedly: "Taoist Master, you are here too. What a coincidence. Sure enough, we are all favored by Empress Beidou. We can meet so many people. What kind of fate is this?" .”
As soon as the Taoist heard the words of Empress Beidou's favor, the smile on his face became even bigger.
He laughed and said, "Yes, we are all favored by Empress Beidou."
"When I woke up early yesterday, I had a feeling that I would meet a noble person. It seems that you, brother, are my noble person."
Shen Lian said modestly: "No, no, you are my noble one."
At the same time, he continued in his heart: "After all, you told me so many secrets..."
Si She and Tian Ji on the side looked at Shen Lian and Taoist holding hands and complimenting each other, and they really didn't know what to say.
As for Shen Lian, he would say something to the Taoist here and there, until the Taoist was confused.
After that, he started talking.
He looked at the Taoist and said, "Taoist, I just heard someone say that this year's statues are different from those in previous years. Is this true?"
Shen Lian's face was sincere, and his eyes were full of curiosity and innocence.
The Taoist who saw this couldn't bear not to answer.
Sishe and Tianji, at this time, raised their ears and listened secretly.
The Taoist nodded and said, "Yes, this year's statue is indeed different from previous years."
"why?"
Shen Lian asked: "On such a solemn day of pilgrimage, why do we need to change the idols? Wouldn't this make Empress Beidou loyal?"
The Taoist sighed in his heart, he is really a devout believer, and he is worried that Empress Beidou will not change his ways. "
His smile became softer and he said, "Don't worry, Lady Beidou has a gentle and broad heart, and she won't care about such a trivial matter."
"As for why the statue was changed this time, it was an order from above, and I don't know the reason."
"Order from above?"
Shen Lian's eyes flashed and he asked: "The one you mentioned...is the number nine you mentioned last night?"
The Taoist tilted his head, thought for a while, and said: "Maybe, maybe it's Number 9, maybe it's someone higher, but no one told me who it is, and I don't dare to ask, so I don't know. "
Shen Lian nodded.
What Taoist means is actually very obvious.
This order was not issued by the superiors of Beidou Temple in Dali City.
But someone higher up.
Therefore, it is either Xin Yuheng.
Or...maybe it's Beichen!
But who it is specifically, this Taoist does not have enough status to know.
"correct."
At this time, the Taoist suddenly said: "I am going to recommend you to become a lucky believer."
"What?"
Shen Lian was startled and looked at the Taoist with some confusion.
Sishe and Tianji also showed doubtful expressions.
The Taoist slapped his head and said, "Look at my head, I even forgot to mention it."
"Actually, I was looking for you early in the morning, but when I went to your residence, you were no longer there, so I came here to look for you."
"And I'm looking for you because we have a new event today."
"The content of the activity is as follows. Each of our Taoist priests can recommend one to three people to participate in the Beidou Tower activities."
"You can enter the Heaven and Earth Tower, and then there will be a test on each floor of the Beidou Tower."
"Anyone who passes the test can move up to the next level."
"In other words, there are a total of five tests, and those who pass them all and reach the top of the fifth floor are the most devout believers in Beidou Temple on this pilgrimage day, and they are also the believers who are most blessed by Beidou Empress."
"In the next year, our Beidou Temple will give preferential treatment to those who reach the fifth floor, and even allow them to live in Beidou Temple permanently. Even joining our Beidou Temple is not a bad idea."
"You are so pious, you must know how difficult it is to join our Beidou Temple, so this is a great opportunity, so I immediately thought of you and prepared to recommend you."
Shen Lian said in his heart: "...You are wrong. I really don't know how difficult it is to join Beidou Temple. If you ask me how easy it is to destroy Beidou Temple, I can answer you."
But...the complaints in my heart are complaints.
This Taoist so-called test of the Beidou Tower made Shen Lian a little concerned.
Why did a test of climbing the Beidou Tower suddenly appear?
Is this test a tradition that has always existed before, or does it appear suddenly?
Shen Lian looked at Tianji.
And Tianji spread her hands. She was not familiar with the Beidou Temple at all. After all, there was no Beidou Temple in the Tang Dynasty, so she didn't know these things.
Shen Lian's eyes flashed, then he looked at the Taoist, with a smile on his face, and said: "Taoist, has this testing activity always happened before?"
The Taoist shook his head and said, "That's not true."
"no?"
Shen Lian's eyes paused and he said, "Is it just this time?"
The Taoist nodded: "Yes, there was no such test on previous pilgrimage days."
"So you are very lucky!"
"I only heard about it this morning."
"Our temple leader announced to us this morning. He said that this year marks the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Beidou Temple in Dali City. Therefore, in order to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Beidou Temple in Dali City, such a test was specially designed for believers. Likewise, It is also an opportunity for believers.”
Shen Lian and Tianji looked at each other, and both saw something was wrong in each other's eyes.
There was no test in the first place.
It suddenly appeared this morning.
Although there was a reason to celebrate the 20th anniversary, it was obvious that this reason was untenable.
You know, for such an important event as the Beidou Temple Test, it should be publicized at least a few days in advance.
It’s absolutely impossible to just slap your head, it’s the day of victory, and then suddenly decide to hold such an event.
This is completely unreasonable.
The day of pilgrimage is the biggest annual ceremony of Beidou Temple. The entire process must have been determined long in advance. How can it be said that adding another test just adds another test?
Moreover, this is the test of entering the Beidou Tower.
As soon as I heard it, I knew it was definitely unusual.
Therefore, Shen Lian suspected that this activity was very likely not thought up by the so-called temple owner at all.
When the temple owner planned this pilgrimage, he never thought about the so-called test.
And the reason why there is such a test that the temple owner has to announce it in a hurry on the day of pilgrimage can only show that... it is an order issued by someone with a higher status than the temple owner.
Otherwise, the temple owner will never agree easily.
As for people with a higher status than the viewer, there are currently two people in Dali City who are the biggest suspects.
One is Xin Yuheng who came here to host the pilgrimage instead of Beidou Society.
One is Beichen who is hiding in the dark and has never shown up!
So……
Was it Xin Yuheng who came up with the test, or Beichen?
What is their purpose?
Shen Lian narrowed his eyes, his brain spinning crazily.
"What should I do? Participate or not?"
Tianji came over at this time and took the initiative to ask Shen Lian.
Shen Lian pursed his lips and whispered, "Do you think this is a trap?"
Tianji nodded and said, "It's possible."
"A test was launched so suddenly for no reason. If it wasn't Beichen and the others, I wouldn't believe it."
"Moreover, they chose the Heaven and Earth Tower. They obviously want to use the Beidou Tower to attract us."
Shen Lian said: "Even you think so, which shows that the person behind this test is not worried at all that we will see through his trick."
Tianji: "...I always feel like you are not praising me. Why do you even think so..."
Shen Lian smiled: "I'm really praising you for being smart, don't think too much."
He stretched and said, "Is this a decision that we will fall into even if we know it?"
"Or are they not worried at all about whether we will participate?"
Tianji asked: "What should we do? Participate or not?"
Shen Lian let out a breath, straightened his eyes, and said, "I haven't gone up to the fifth floor of the Beidou Tower yet. I was blocked from the door last night. Now that I have a chance, I can go up openly. Do you think I can go up?" "
"Aren't you worried that this is a trap?"
"So what about the trap?"
Shen Lian smiled and said: "Haven't you ever heard of using a trick to make a trick? Besides, who said a trap must be dangerous?"
"Since they have invited us so proactively, wouldn't we be living up to their enthusiasm if we didn't go?"
Tianji couldn't help but frowned and looked at Shen Lian and asked, "Are you planning another conspiracy?"
The corners of Shen Lian's mouth raised slightly, he patted Tianji's shoulder and said with a smile: "Follow me and I'll ensure you see a good show!"
Tianji frowned and glanced at Shen Lian, who responded with a sunny smile, which made Tianji very powerless.
She has experienced the world and thinks that she has met countless people. She can see through the hearts of many people at a glance.
No matter how powerful a person is, or a person with deep intentions, they can't hide from her discerning eyes.
But facing Shen Lian, she had nothing to do.
Shen Lian's thoughts were never shown on his face.
Therefore, she could not see even a little bit of Shen Lian's heart.
He had no idea about Shen Lian's plan.
But she knew that since Shen Lian said there would be a good show in the future, it meant that Shen Lian must have a plan.
In this case, with Shen Lian's ability, she really has to look forward to the good things in the future.
Therefore, Tianji also said: "Since you have made up your mind, I will accompany you on this journey!"
Shen Lian smiled: "Okay, I knew you would share the joys and sorrows with me."
Tianji turned his head and said: "...Don't talk nonsense. I can only see the reality clearly. If I don't agree, you will find a way to make me agree. In this case, why should I make myself uncomfortable."
Shen Lian's smile became even brighter and he said, "Look at what you said, am I such an unreasonable person?"
"Yes!" Tianji nodded extremely seriously.
Shen Lian's smile became even brighter.
He said: "Since you have chosen to share the adversity with me, there is nothing to hesitate about."
"but……"
Shen Lian looked at Sishe and said, "Sishe, please don't go with us."
Sishe was startled, and he hurriedly said: "Young Master, I want to protect you."
Shen Lian smiled and said, "With Tianji here, as long as she doesn't betray me, I will be safe."
"And if she betrays her, it will be the same with or without you."
Sishe couldn't help but look at Tianji.
Tianji pouted and said, "Look what I did. He said bad things about me in front of me. Did I say anything?"
Sishe suddenly felt that Tianji was about to become a psychopath after being tortured by the young master.
He continued to look at Shen Lian.
Shen Lian said: "I won't let you accompany us because I have a task for you."
(End of chapter)
