Don't be a prince

Hearing Sun Simiao's voice, Skywalking Monkey avoided it, and said in surprise, "So it's Daozhang Sun, come and see, what's wrong with His Royal Highness?"

Li Chengqian was still screaming, and his head began to sweat continuously.

Stretching out his hand to grope Li Chengqian's leg for a while, Sun Simiao frowned and said, "I'm afraid that when His Royal Highness was about to salute just now, he lost his balance and twisted his leg, quickly, take someone to the old-fashioned medicine hut to get that guy. "

After finishing speaking, seeing Li Chengqian secretly sticking out his finger and sliding around on the ground, Sun Simiao said without looking back, "Xuanzang, come and help the old man support the prince."

Xuanzang went in without knowing, but he still walked forward quickly, and together with Sun Simiao helped Li Chengqian up on the left and right, and turned around and entered the Shangshu Province on the right side of the road.

Things happened so fast, and Li Chengqian's sweaty appearance was too real, both Huiming and Yuan Tiangang were frightened.

They all knew about the prince's leg injury, and when they thought that the prince's injury was caused by people like themselves, they immediately went out of their minds.

They came to negotiate with the emperor, and they committed a crime before negotiating, so what should we do!

So until the three of them disappeared in Shangshu Province, they didn't react.

After a long time, Hongyuan was the first to react, and said to Huijue, "Why did Xuanzang follow him? Hurry up and call him back."

Hongyuan's voice can be regarded as a reminder to Yuan Tiangang.What kind of scheming is Yuan Tiangang?As soon as he turned his eyes, he understood what was going on: "Don't shout, Shangshu Province is also the prince's territory, whether it is Sun Daozhang or Master Xuanzang, I am afraid that we will not see each other in the next few days."

Having lost his biggest bargaining chip against the emperor, Yuan Tiangang only felt half vented at this time.

Hongyuan still didn't believe it, and wanted to chase after him.However, as soon as he reached the gate of Shangshu Province, he was blocked by guarding soldiers.How could it be possible to enter the important place of Shangshu province casually?

Knowing that he has been duped, Hongyuan can only give up.However, although there is no arrow, the arrow has to be fired when the arrow is on the string.Looking at the Chengtianmen opposite, Hongyuan also felt that he was half vented.

Looking at each other, the six of them sighed and could only bite the bullet and move on.

On the other side, after entering Shangshu Province and hiding his figure, Li Chengqian's leg that was supposed to be dragged by Sun Simiao was put on the ground.

Xuanzang was puzzled by the sudden change, and asked in confusion, "Your Highness, your leg is not hurt?"

Li Chengqian said helplessly: "This is the secret code that Daoist Sun and the two of us know. I used this trick to deceive my father before, so needless to say today, he also knows how to do it. As for the sweat on the lonely head, it is Daoist Sun's sweat medicine. It has a miraculous effect on treating typhoid fever. Now I can eat it without getting sick, and it can also warm the stomach, and there will be no side effects."

"You two teamed up to deceive people?"

Although the prince made it clear, Xuanzang still couldn't accept it for a while.

Sighing, Sun Simiao said: "If possible, the old Taoist would not be willing to deceive people, but the matter has come to this point, so we can only use this to escape. Xuanzang, when you were in my hospital, didn't you tell the old Taoist that you would not mix Is it involved in a dispute between Buddhism and Taoism?"

Xuanzang proclaimed the Buddha's name and said: "The poor monk will naturally remember the appointment of that day, but if you break the agreement first, the poor monk can't just sit idly by."

"The old man broke the contract first? Didn't you break the contract first?"

Seeing Sun Simiao and Xuanzang's eyes widening, Li Chengqian couldn't help asking: "Daozhang Sun, Master Xuanzang, did you both decide to come here after hearing that the other party is coming to meet the saint today?"

Both Sun Simiao and Xuanzang nodded, and then suddenly realized that their feelings had been cheated!

Reaching out his hand to call Zhang Yun, Li Chengqian pointed to the direction of the Tai Chi Hall and said, "Go quickly, find a chance to tell Father Emperor, this time Yuan Tiangang and the others are playing tricks!"

Hearing this, Zhang Yun immediately ran.

Xuanzang had calmed down, but Sun Simiao was still very angry.

Patting Sun Simiao on the shoulder, Li Chengqian persuaded him: "You have been pitted by Yuan Tiangang not once or twice. Next time, let him talk about breaking the sky, just ignore it. It just so happened that the steamship remote experiment of the Research Institute was transported from Suzhou. A lot of female crabs. You two are lucky today."

Sun Simiao usually doesn't like to eat some special ingredients such as crabs, but today he was angry, so he agreed.On the contrary, Xuanzang shook his head and said: "The poor monk is still exempted. When he became a monk, the poor monk received the most strict precepts, unlike most monks who only eat three clean meats."

Li Chengqian said with a smile: "The cook's meal in the East Palace is also a must, and you will definitely not be disappointed. You two, why don't you stay in the East Palace for two days."

Chapter 486 I'm Very Kind

Sun Simiao and Xuanzang had no intention of getting involved, so they nodded and followed Li Chengqian towards the East Palace.

On the other side, Yuan Tiangang, Huiming and others also entered Chengtian Gate and walked all the way to Taiji Hall. Because Huiming's legs and feet were uncomfortable, it took a long time.

Originally, there was a walking chariot at the gate of the palace, because there is still a distance from Chengtianmen to Taiji Hall, some old Dexun figures with bad legs and feet can enter on a walking chariot.Originally, the chief officials of the three provinces also had this qualification, but no one would sit and would still choose to walk.

The same is true for Huiming, he doesn't want any mistakes in this interview, so he would rather walk slowly, and choose as formally as possible.

However, no matter how formal the mentality was, after meeting the emperor, it also changed.

After saluting, Li Shimin on the throne looked at Huiming and said, "I have arranged a chariot for the master, why did the master come on foot? But I don't like the chariot in my palace?"

Huiming was amazed that he had become the target of the emperor's attack without sitting on a chariot.It was just a confrontation, but the emperor took the offensive direction.

Proclaiming the Buddha's name, Huiming said: "No, the old monk is grateful for His Majesty's arrangement, but today's face-to-face is formal. How dare the old monk reduce his respect for His Majesty because of his leg and foot problems?"

Li Shimin smiled, and said to Zhang Yun who was beside him: "Pass down my will and bring Master Huiming a chair. My Tang Dynasty advocates respecting the elderly, so how can I be an exception."

Seeing that Huiming got the seat, Yuan Tiangang's heart beat faster.

He couldn't help but feel his heart skip a beat. Today, the emperor's every move must be full of deep meaning.This is above the court hall, and Huiming can get the chair, which shows that the emperor does not have too serious aversion to Buddhism.Could it be that the emperor intends to support Buddhism?

Thinking of this, the temporary cooperative relationship suddenly broke down.

Li Jian went down to deliver the order and came back, but did not report back directly, but whispered something in the emperor's ear.

If it was Zhang Yun from the apse who did this, he might have been exposed.But Li Jian, everyone knew that he was the emperor's personal eunuch, so they didn't care.

After hearing the news brought by Li Jian, Li Shimin's eyes showed a bright light.partner?After fighting for so long, does it mean that a partnership can be a partnership?Without Sun Simiao and Xuanzang, these remaining people are really not troublesome at all.

After Huiming sat down, the preoccupied Yuan Tiangang finally couldn't bear it anymore and spoke first: "Your Majesty, I'm waiting for an audience with Your Majesty today to ask His Majesty to uphold justice. I believe you already know the recent things. I am a Buddhist , because of some things, there was a conflict. Even, being provoked by people with ulterior motives, bloodshed occurred.

Now that the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty is coming, it should have a flourishing atmosphere.However, the internal struggle between Taoism and Buddhism is not what should happen in the prosperous age.In this case, please Your Majesty mediate between the two for me, and find out who is behind the scenes. "

After finishing speaking, Yuan Tiangang changed from sitting cross-legged to kneeling.

The other five people also knelt down one after another.

This was discussed a long time ago by them. Even though they knew that it was the emperor who was behind the scenes, they couldn't tell the truth.Using this way of speaking shows respect for the emperor, and it is also equivalent to a euphemistic expression: "We don't want to fight anymore, you should let us live with a high hand."

After hearing Yuan Tiangang's words, Li Shimin didn't feel any embarrassment.So what if we know?If it weren't for the fact that I don't want to see my own people beating too hard, I have to ask you to fight hard once, and then come forward to mediate.

With a light cough, Li Shimin said: "I am also very curious, who is it that dares to provoke the relationship between you. However, when Taoism and Buddhism are fighting, it is not the main reason for others' discord. Since Zhenguan, local Cases of fights between Taoist priests and monks happened from time to time.

Especially after Xuanzang returned from learning the scriptures, you are no longer satisfied with local struggles.The expansion of Ci'en Temple and the rise of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, followed by the site selection and expansion of Laojun Temple.

The Buddha statue built in the Daxiong Hall of Ci'en Temple is two feet high and two fingers thick in gold.There are many Arhats and Bodhisattvas in the side hall, all of whom have golden bodies. Where did you get so much money, you should know it in your heart.

Also, Yuan Tiangang, your Laojun Temple does not use gold and silver, but the main hall uses sandalwood, and the tables and chairs are even more golden sandalwood.The small objects are all made of peach wood, which is really a big hand!My mausoleum has already been excavated, and I am reluctant to get some sandalwood for use, but you are willing to use it. "

Listening to the emperor's voice, Huiming Huijue Yuan Tiangang and others couldn't help their hearts beat faster.Indeed, before this, no matter which of the two schools, they all showed a poor image.Now that they are fighting fiercely, they have exposed their family background.

Just like what the emperor said, the emperor didn't dare to use so much money to excavate the mausoleum, so they were provoked by the other party to reveal their family background.

In the Central Plains, what is the worst thing?That's one thing, being compared with the emperor.Going beyond the emperor is a crime of disrespect.Even if there is, it cannot be exposed to others.Now, they have stepped on the red line that cannot be surpassed.

However, apart from being shocked, Yuan Tiangang was still a little elated.The two sects are generally called "Buddha and Taoism". When he spoke, he deliberately said "Taoism and Buddha" in order to overwhelm the Buddhist sect. However, the emperor said the same thing just now.Could it be that the emperor still felt that Taoism should overwhelm Buddhism?

Just when Yuan Tiangang was slightly pleased, Huiming, who was originally kneeling, suddenly sat cross-legged, clasped his hands together, and proclaimed the Buddha's name.

Seeing Huiming's actions, Li Shimin also became interested.

After sighing, Huiming said: "Your Majesty, you don't need to scare the old monk with these words. This time, my second sect has indeed gone too far. Just explain how your majesty will punish. From the old monk's point of view, it is nothing more than It’s just some money.”

Huiming's opening startled everyone, especially Huijue and Hongyuan, who were out of their wits.

Why did you just say it directly!In the middle of the play, a person suddenly jumped off the stage and said that I quit. We are acting in a play, not real.

Huiming's words were very straightforward, but Li Shimin was not angry. Instead, he stood up and said with a smile, "Master Huiming, why are you acting like a rascal now? Is that the kind of person I am?"

Huiming still looked indifferent: "Otherwise? Ever since Emperor Wu of Liang sacrificed his life to Tongtai Temple three times, and Emperor Wu of Chen and his Empress all sacrificed their lives to Buddhist temples, all emperors have been wary of Buddhism. Tongtai Temple received [-] million yuan. , Now it is the filth that my Buddhism can't wash away.

Needless to say, Your Majesty, even a member of my Buddhist sect is not ashamed of such actions.However, with the development of Buddhism, most of us are now devoted to goodness.Especially after the imperial court's bank was established, even the way of lending was cut off on its own initiative.

When I become a monk and take refuge in the Buddha, what I want is peace and tranquility.Therefore, even if His Majesty asked that Buddhism must be controlled, that the building of temples must be approved by the court, and those who become monks must have a degree, we all accept it.So, still can't dispel His Majesty's vigilance towards Buddhism?

Emperor Wu of Liang believed in Buddhism, and there were many traitors in the court, which was the common responsibility of him and Buddhism.Pushing all of them to the Buddhist gate is for the sake of the monarch, and there is no way to do this.Your Majesty is a rare British lord throughout the ages, you should know what the old monk said, not to shirk responsibility.The extermination of Buddhism because of Emperor Wu of Liang should stop in Tang Dynasty.If your majesty thinks what the old monk said is unpleasant, please punish the old monk for his disrespect. The old monk readily accepts it and is willing to cremate this body to apologize to your majesty.

The old monk has lived up to now and has tasted all the joys and sorrows in the world.Since Emperor Wu of Liang, the prejudices of the emperors of all dynasties towards Buddhism should also be lifted.If he can succeed in admonishing with this body, the old monk will be worthy of thousands of followers of Buddhism. "

After finishing speaking, Huiming closed his eyes and began to read the scriptures.

Li Shimin didn't sit down, nor was he shocked. Instead, his face was filled with astonishment.Relying on the old to sell the old, and threatening his life, was originally a method of the family. I haven't seen him for a long time, but I didn't expect to see it again on Huiming today.

Huijue Hongyuan saw that Huiming was determined, so he had no choice but to change from kneeling to sitting and chant scriptures together.

Stepping down from the throne, Li Shimin said as he walked: "Since Master Huiming opened the sky and spoke clearly, I will not hide it today. Yes, I am very vigilant against Buddhism, but not all because of Emperor Liang Wu, but because of you guys." Buddhism itself."

Hearing the emperor's words, the three of them stopped chanting sutras and looked at the emperor approaching in surprise.

Sitting on the chair brought by Li Jian, Li Shimin said condescendingly: "Emperor Wu of Liang is just a fool, he believes in the illusory things of gods and Buddhas, and never cares about the people of his own dynasty. But, you think that it is all because of him that I guard against Buddhism, That would be dead wrong.

First of all, people in Buddhism, who claim to be monks, are separated from the world, but instead accept supplies from the world, this is one of them.It is preached to put down the butcher knife and become a Buddha immediately. Although it is a crime, as long as you make offerings to the Buddha and repent with all your heart, you will be able to enjoy bliss after death. It gives many people a sense of luck, the second.

Hoarding money, keeping it secret, lending usury privately; accumulating temple property, not being controlled, refusing to pay taxes, this is the third.When there is no control, Buddhist temples will be opened in all the top state capitals and great mountains and rivers; where there are Buddhist temples, countless people will be extradited, this is the fourth.

With these four crimes, should I let you go?People all over the world are attracted by you to believe in Buddhism, who do I collect taxes from?Where does the army go to recruit soldiers?When going to war, use wooden fish to knock the enemy's cavalry?I am the only one who can collect taxes from the common people!In the whole world, could it be my land! "

Huiming sighed, the emperor seemed to have said a lot, but in the final analysis, the most important thing was the last two sentences.This is an unsolvable problem. Given the status quo of Buddhism, it is impossible for everyone not to accept incense money from the common people.Even now, because of the inability to grant loans privately, the Buddhist income has been reduced a lot, and some monks have complained.

It is easy to go from frugal to extravagant, but difficult to go from extravagant to frugal.The same is true for monks.

As for temple property, from the time of Emperor Wu of Liang to the present, it has been tightly controlled by Buddhism.With so much land, the monks naturally couldn't grow it all, so most of the time they were rented out like landlords.The land belongs to the temple, as long as the rent is collected.

There is no doubt that these two things have stimulated the emperor's rebellion.

The same face is not very good-looking, and Yuan Tiangang and others.Taoism is actually no different from Buddhism, at most it has been very low-key over the years, and its overall strength is not as deep as Buddhism.

Pay taxes and be regulated.

This is undoubtedly what the emperor's words looked like after being condensed.

but....

Both of these have touched the sensitive nerves of Buddhism and Taoism.

In the final analysis, among the two sects, like Xuanzang, they really joined for the sake of practice, or less than half of them.More people, in order to escape the control of the court, longed for "freedom" after "ordaining".

If they accept it, I'm afraid they will become sinners in the two sects instead.

Cold sweat dripped from everyone's temples.

Opened his mouth, even the eloquent Yuan Tiangang was frightened by the emperor's ambition.

If you agree, is the Daoist sect still a Daoist sect?Buddhism, or Buddhism?

The weather is not hot, but the six of them are like falling into an ice cave.

The emperor has already set out his conditions. If they don't answer today, how can they leave the abyss of the Tai Chi Hall?

Seeing that the six people looked like they would faint at any time, Li Shimin smiled.

Hearing the emperor's laughter, everyone raised their heads just in case.

Li Shimin crossed his legs and said leisurely: "What are you so afraid of? I won't eat you. Yuan Tiangang, do you still remember the words on Sun Simiao's note and what you said that day when Sun Simiao came back?"

Yuan Tiangang tried his best to recall, but, that day was really the highlight moment of Daoist sect, and he only had a smooth memory when he recalled it, so how can there be any details to speak of?

Seeing that Yuan Tiangang couldn't remember, Zhang Shouze said, "What Daoist Sun wrote is: the old man is from the Tang Dynasty, and he just did what he should do."

Yuan Wenxian also replied: "What Yuan Tiangang said was: Daoist Sun is right. Since they are all from the Tang Dynasty, they should not be congratulated too much."

Li Shimin nodded and said, "That's right, that's the sentence. Then, I ask you, are you from the Tang Dynasty?"

Yuan Tiangang, Yuan Wenxian, and Zhang Shouze all nodded.

Li Shimin looked at Huiming and the others again. Although he didn't know why the emperor asked such a question, the three monks still nodded.

"Then since you are also from the Tang Dynasty, why are you able to break away from the secular laws?"

Li Shimin continued to say coldly: "My army fought desperately at the border, and only then did the mainland of the Tang Dynasty enjoy peace and joy, and only then did the people live and work in peace. The military pay comes from the common people's taxes. Therefore, it is no problem for the common people to enjoy these."

When the subject changed, Li Shimin sneered and said, "What about you? You haven't made any contribution to the country, so why should you enjoy it?"

As soon as these words came out, Yuan Tiangang and others were speechless.

Seeing that what the prince said had such an effect, Li Shimin was not surprised.In fact, when he heard this passage, he suddenly realized.

There is no free lunch in this world, if you want to get something in return, you have to give something.Thinking of taking advantage without paying anything is the way of moths.

For a long time, Li Shimin was surprised why he didn't think of this.You have not contributed to my country, why should I provide you with asylum?This sentence can be said even if it is placed on Suzaku Street.

Yuan Tiangang's eyes lit up, and he tentatively said, "But Your Majesty, whether it's the great flood in the Jianghuai River or the cold weather of last year, my Taoism..."

Li Shimin curled his lips and said: "Last winter's cold wave happened to be when you were making a lot of noise. It was spending money to put gold on your face. As for the flood in the Jianghuai River, no East Palace came forward to call on rich merchants in Chang'an to donate to help. will follow?"

No one can refute the emperor's words.

Huiming sighed, and said: "Your Majesty, you should also know how difficult it is for me to start paying taxes in Buddhism and Taoism. Although the old monks are the leaders of Buddhism and Taoism, if I agree to you at this moment, I'm afraid that after leaving the palace, I will be drowned in saliva.

Especially the Buddhist temples in various places have held on to the temple property for hundreds of years, and I am afraid that you have collected it..."