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Li Er's face was ugly, and he was already showing signs of rejecting Xuanzang.

Without hesitation, Xuanzang said again: "Your Majesty, Buddhism is now popular in the world and is accepted by the people sincerely. This is the general trend."

"This shows that belief and religion are the result of the people's sincere desire, and this is what will inevitably happen. In the words of the Buddha, the people have a reason in their hearts, and this will naturally produce such an effect."

"Your Majesty will not be indifferent to the needs of the people, will you?"

Xuanzang resorted to his trump card, using Li Er's idea of ​​putting the people first, and asked Li Er to let him go west.

After all, it is a fact that Buddhism is prevalent nowadays, and it is also the general trend to be accepted by the people.

Faced with such a situation, Li Er had no reason to refuse.

really.

Hearing Xuanzang's words, Li Er's expression changed.

This is why he has been reluctant to meet Xuanzang.

Li Er understands how strong Xuanzang's persuasive power is, after all Xuanzang is a real Buddhist monk.

His contribution to the prosperity of Buddhism is immeasurable.

the most important is.

Xuanzang has great influence, and he never persecuted Li Er, as if every time Li Er refused, Xuanzang's insistence might change Li Er's mind, but Xuanzang didn't.

If Li Er did not willingly agree, Xuanzang would think that this trip to the west would be meaningless.

This is the brilliance of Xuanzang.

Li Er nodded, and pondered: "I understand what Master said, how about this, Master go back and wait for news, after three days, I will definitely give Master a satisfactory answer."

The words fall.

Xuanzang stopped bothering and staying any longer, and saluted: "Thank you, Your Majesty, the poor monk will leave."

Afterwards, Xuanzang turned around gracefully and walked out of the hall.

Li Er looked at Xuanzang's leaving figure and couldn't help but lose his mind.

Xuanzang is indeed an eminent monk who has attained the Tao, and his thought of saving sentient beings wholeheartedly is admirable.

Chapter 218: Li Er's Distress (3/4)

Xuanzang was pleased with Li Er's reply.

Li Er refused his several requests in the past without any hesitation, and there was no room for negotiation.

Today, Li Eryan clearly considered it, which means there is something going on.

Xuanzang left for a long time, but Li Er still sat where he was.

It is one thing for him to admire Xuanzang, but the way is different and he does not conspire with each other.

Buddhism prevails, Taoism withdraws, and Li Erxin is unwilling. He cannot accept such a result.

But Buddhism is becoming more and more influential in the hearts of the people. This is a fact and cannot be refuted.

The more Li Er thought about it, the more annoying he became, feeling bored.

At this time, why worry.

Only mahjong.

Royal Palace.

Ganlu Temple.

Qin Mu, Changsun Wuji, Wei Zheng and others were summoned by Li Er.

Li Er frowned slightly, and was carefully touching the patterns on the mahjong tiles with his right hand.

This is Li Er's tactic when he sees Qin Mu. He doesn't need to look at the cards, just throw them away when he finds them. Don't be too chic.

Li Er has practiced this trick for some time.

But never learned.

Seeing that Li Er was so interested, the three sat down in a circle.

Especially Changsun Wuji.

He has long wanted to play mahjong recently, but he has been unable to get it right.

Today is a good day to relax and unwind.

"Come on, let's have a good fight today."

Li Er squeezed out a smile and quickly started.

In the process of counting cards, the three found that Li Er's mood didn't seem very high.

Logically speaking, this round was caused by Li Erzhuan, why shouldn't he be in this state?

"Your Majesty, what's bothering you?"

Changsun Wuji asked casually while playing cards.

"It's nothing, I just want you to play mahjong with me."

Li Er stubbornly shook his head, not wanting to say anything.

The atmosphere is dignified, and there is only the sound of mahjong colliding in the hall.

"If your Majesty has something bothering you, just tell us, maybe we can share your worries for His Majesty. It's not good to play mahjong with your worries. It's a waste of interest, isn't it?"

Wei Dangdang looked at the gloomy Li Er, his brows twitched, and he said.

Even a fool could see that Li Er looked very preoccupied.

It seems that letting them play mahjong today is not just for fun.

It's just another way to let them solve the problem.

Perhaps Li Er felt a little embarrassed to ask Qin Mu directly, and it was difficult to speak.

However, Qin Mu acted indifferent, he was not in the mood to take the initiative to solve the problem for Li Er.

If Li Er is willing to say, to get some benefits, Qin Mu can consider giving him advice.

Want to prostitute?

There are no doors.

"Your Majesty, we are here to share your worries, you can just speak up."

However, Changsun Wuji still loves Li Er very much, and the relationship between the two brothers is very good.

Having said this, Changsun Wuji and Wei Zheng stopped their movements.

The two of them looked at Li Er seriously, waiting for him to say what was bothering him.

Li Er looked at Changsun Wuji with relief.

When it comes to things, I have to talk about this old buddy.

"I just met Xuanzang. This is the fifth time he has asked to see him. He wants me to agree to his trip to the west. Now that Buddhism is flourishing, its influence in the Tang Dynasty is getting bigger and bigger."

"But I want to revitalize Taoism, but the hope is getting slimmer and slimmer. I'm afraid it won't be long before Buddhism will completely crush Taoism. No matter whether I agree or not, this cannot be changed."

Li Er let out a long sigh, and expressed his frustration.

in fact.

He did not want Taoism to fail, and there were deeper reasons.

That is whether the excessive prosperity of Buddhism will pose a threat to the imperial power.

Now it is a matter of Buddhism and Taoism, so will it be extended to other issues in the future.

After all, faith is a very terrifying force.

If one day, someone as influential as Xuanzang appears.

And what they want to do is not to suppress Taoism, but the imperial court?

This is a serious problem.

Hearing what Li Er said, Changsun Wuji and Wei Zheng immediately understood.

But they also knew in their hearts that in this matter, neither Li Er nor them.

There is really nothing you can do about it.

after all.

This is what the people are willing to choose to do, when the vast majority of people have chosen the same thing.

Even Li Er couldn't suppress it too much.

Moreover, Li Er himself is an emperor who comforts the people.

Fortunately, Xuanzang is an eminent monk who is dedicated to saving all sentient beings.

Otherwise, Li Er would be even more troubled.

Changsun Wuji and Wei Zheng knew how much effort Li Er had put in to promote Taoism.

It's really unacceptable that something like this happened.

"If things go on like this, it won't take long for Buddhism to be unstoppable. It's a pity that Taoism has declined and there is no leader like Xuanzang."

Li Shimin shook his head helplessly.

Why didn't he hope that Taoism would produce a person like Xuanzang.

Even if the influence is not as good as Xuanzang, he can give full support.

It's not like what happened today.

Facing Xuanzang, he was speechless.

In fact.

Regarding Xuanzang's words, Li Er still had a grudge, although what Xuanzang said was very reasonable, Buddhism is indeed what everyone expects.

It is true that he should not go against the wishes of the vast majority of the people.

But this feeling of being coerced made Li Er uneasy.

At the beginning, five surnames and seven Wangs, the aristocratic families used methods such as dismissing officials, dismissing courts, and forcing palaces.

Li Er had to compromise several times.

This is the most difficult thing for him to accept, how can he be coerced by others in the position of heaven.

In order to express his true inner thoughts, Li Er specially made the conversation between him and Xuanzang today.

Said it in great detail.

Especially this invisible coercion.

The words fall.

The faces of Changsun Wuji and Wei Zheng gradually darkened.

They know Li Er's character very well, which is his taboo.

In the past, if you encountered a similar situation, no matter who the other party was or what they were talking about.

It will definitely make Li Er furious.

If you are coerced once, can you suffer a second time?

This is the most intolerable thing for superiors.

But facing Xuanzang, Li Er had no choice.

After all, this is not a political issue, but the will of the people.

It's no wonder that Li Er was so distressed. He summoned them to play mahjong, and he didn't think about it at all.

"Your Majesty, this matter needs to be discussed in a long-term manner, and it cannot be sloppy." Changsun Wuji's eyes were dark, "This matter is different from others. Buddhism is revived, and the general trend is the trend. Your Majesty is a benevolent and righteous king, so you can't do sinister things."

Li Er had no choice but to smile bitterly, "If I had the violence of Emperor Sui Yang, would I still complain to you guys? I really don't want to let the people of the world down on me."