Pawn Crossing the River

After the banquet was over, Huangfuji had something to do, so he took the first step. Li Changge stopped Qi Xuansu and said, "Brother Tianyuan, please wait a moment. I want to talk to you alone."

As soon as these words came out, both the people in Ziweitang and the people in Beichen Hall froze.

They didn't know what the mystery behind that gift was, but judging from Li Changge's reaction, it was probably not a good thing.

This is as if Master Qi and Master Li are competing against each other. Looking at the Dao Dao Sect, among the eight generations of disciples, these two can be called rivals, even Master Zhang and Master Yao are slightly inferior.

What would happen if the two of them started fighting over a disagreement? Do you expect them to start a fight?

However, Master Huangfu has left. Is it too late to chase Master Huangfu back now?

It is even more difficult for the people of Beichen Hall. There is an old boss and a new boss. It is time for a handover. What should they do?

Qi Xuansu was startled for a moment, but he still said to the others: "Lu Fuli, Shen Fuli, you can accompany Deputy Hall Master Xu to do some activities, while Taoist Brother Yongyan and I sit alone."

The two of them glanced at Li Changge and agreed.

Soon after, everyone retreated, leaving only Qi Xuansu and Li Changge.

Qi Xuansu is not afraid of what Li Changge will do. Although Li Changge has reached the stage of pseudo-immortal, Qi Xuansu has the help of God He Luo and has the strength of pseudo-immortal. If he really wants to take action, he has nothing to fear.

There is a small hall behind the flower hall, which in Western terms can be called a lounge.

"Brother Tianyuan, please." Li Changge turned sideways and stretched out his hand in the direction of the lounge.

Qi Xuansu also extended his hand: "Please."

The two of them came to the lounge together. This is the west

The advantage of the style decoration is that the priorities are not so clear. The two of them sat on the sofa respectively.

Li Changge took the initiative to speak: "Brother Tianyuan just introduced the situation in the Southern Continent. I actually have something to say. It's just that Huangfu is here and it's hard to speak. There are only two of us now, so I will speak frankly."

Qi Xuansu said: "Listen attentively."

Li Changge said: "On the issue of handling the affairs of the Southern Continent, Taoist Brother Tianyuan and I have some differences. Others say that I am a radical and Taoist Brother Tianyuan is a conservative. Radical or conservative, our goals are the same. It’s to make Daomen better, but the method is different, especially in the word ‘unity’.”

Qi Xuansu said: "Isn't this bad? This was Xuan Sheng's decision back then."

Li Changge said: "Adapting measures to local conditions and changing with the times, today's situation is no longer the same as that of Xuansheng, and natural methods and methods must also change. If we still stick to the previous methods, wouldn't it be sticking to the rules and path dependence? It is different from the situation back then. What’s the difference between people from Confucianism?”

Qi Xuansu said: "I would like to hear the details."

Li Changge said: "Unity is of course good, but there is no unity in vain. People are not willing to stand with us just by saying it in vain. Back then, Xuan Sheng's power was weak, and he paid a price in order to unite some neutral forces. , To put it more bluntly, there is no need to be granted an official position and make a wish.”

These words did not hurt Qi Xuansu, Li Changge also said it after seeing it carefully.

The reason is very simple. Qi Xuansu belongs to the lineage of Donghua Zhenren. The Pei family was a disciple of Xuansheng back then and was also a direct lineage. Especially the Zhou family lineage because of Qingping

After the meeting made a big fuss, the Pei family became the only one. Nowadays, there is something to be said for contending with the Li family. The descendants are descendants, and the disciples and disciples are also descendants. They are all the successors of Xuan Sheng.

Therefore, the Donghua lineage is obviously not within the so-called neutral force category, but belongs to the basic base of Xuansheng. Like the Li family, they are the most loyal, even more loyal than the Li family.

Li Changge gave an example: "Take the Qi family, who has the same surname as Taoist brother Tianyuan, why did their Shushan lineage submit to Xuansheng back then? Was it because Xuansheng sent people to lobby and promised that in the future the thirty-six real people in Jinque would be Only when they have a place, they surrender. A place where they can know the real person. This is the price of unity."

"Of course, I am not denying Xuansheng's approach, because Xuansheng was weak at the time and the Confucian sect was powerful, so he had no choice but to do it. This was the least costly and most reasonable method."

"But it's different now. Today's Taoist sect is no longer a weak one, but is rich all over the world, owning half of the world. We don't have to look at anyone's face anymore. Isn't it a little inappropriate to use the strategies that Xuan Sheng used when he was weak?"

Qi Xuansu remained silent.

Li Changge continued: "Unity means redeeming with interests. Where do interests come from? This is the core and key question. Interests are not born out of thin air, they are created by people. They must harm the interests of the majority of people, and come to redeem the few." Some people.”

"Isn't it true that crying children are fed by milk, and whoever makes trouble is justified? If things go on like this, ordinary Taoist priests will become more and more dissatisfied and will take the initiative to get rid of these responsibilities that should not belong to them."

"The result of a man's deresponsibility is that he no longer supports his wife and children.

. But what will happen if the main body of the Taoist sect no longer wants to take responsibility? "

Qi Xuansu was silent for a long time and thought for a long time. He did not refute Li Changge: "I generally agree with Brother Yongyan's opinion. You cannot blindly rely on paths or stick to conventions. I will only say one thing."

Li Changge looked at Qi Xuansu: "Brother Tianyuan, please speak."

Qi Xuansu said: "Is Xidaomen a member of Daomen? Or is it a neutral force independent of Daomen?"

This time Li Changge fell silent.

This question is very difficult to answer.

In fact, Xidao Sect is indeed a force independent of Dao Sect and has considerable autonomy and independence. But in a correct sense, Xidaomen is a member of Daomen. Strictly speaking, today’s Daomen plus Daxuan Court plus Xidaomen can be considered a complete Daomen. If we deny that Xidaomen is a member of Daomen, then We must also deny the Daxuan court, which will shake the foundation.

No matter how aloof Li Changge was, even the great master would not dare to say this, let alone say this.

Qi Xuansu did not force Li Changge to express his attitude, but instead said: "Or to put it another way, has Daomen obtained corresponding benefits from various investments and assistance to Xidaomen? Not only economic benefits, but also strategic situation and outlook. Invisible benefits such as influence and defense spending.”

Li Changge also had to admit: "It is true. The reason why Daomen continues to support Xidaomen is not only the friendship between the same sects, but also contains huge interests. The existence of Xidaomen has caused a major change in the strategic situation of Daomen. A lot of defense

Financial expenditure has resulted in a relatively stable external environment. It can be said that Xidaomen is more like an important border town of Daomen. "

Qi Xuansu said: "In that case, why can't we cooperate and win-win? In other words, this is a model of win-win cooperation, how can it be called redemption?"

Li Changge said: "I don't deny this, but wouldn't it be better to have a unified Taoism?"

Qi Xuansu asked in return: "Can the Daxuan Court return to the North Gate? If it can, then the West Gate can too."

Li Changge said: "I heard that the Heavenly Master once performed a divination, and I saw the emperor's crown fall to the ground, the stars change, and there are new things to say about the world."

Qi Xuansu leaned back on the sofa: "Uniting others, win-win cooperation, and unifying Taoism are actually three things. They may be related, but they cannot be generalized. I think this is exactly the past, present, and future of Taoism. In the past, when Taoism was weak, , we have to unite others. Now that Taoism is strong, we can cooperate and get what we need. In the future, I believe that Taoism will be stronger and complete the unfinished business of our predecessors and move towards unity."

Li Changge said nothing.

Qi Xuansu continued: "Of course, I agree with Taoist friend Yongyan. It is neither fair nor long-lasting to redeem a small number of people at the expense of the interests of the majority of people. It's just that Xidaomen does not belong to a small number of people. The rewards obtained will not harm the interests of the majority of people, which still needs to be clarified.”

Li Changge was silent for a moment and then stood up: "It's getting late. Let's talk about this today. If we have the opportunity, we can have a longer talk another day."

This exchange was an attempt by Li Changge, and Qi Xuansu did not refuse.

Inside and outside, but the result is hard to say, no one can convince anyone.

Qi Xuansu also stood up and shook hands with Li Changge with Western etiquette.

The interesting thing about this etiquette is that it clearly indicates that there is no weapon in the hand, which then extends to the meaning of not using hands. The meaning of cupping fists in this aspect is a little weaker. According to Eastern customs, fists should be symbolically cupped as a salute before starting a fight, and fists can even be cupped while holding a weapon.

Of course, this does not mean that the two shake hands and make peace, but that they will not compete in person.

The two of them walked out together. Lu Yujue and others said they were going to do some exercise, but in fact they were all standing guard outside the flower hall. Seeing the two of them coming out together, they all breathed a sigh of relief.

It's okay if they didn't fight. It seems that the two real people are still determined and disciplined.

Qi Xuansu and Li Changge formally said goodbye at the door of Taiping Inn. They were very polite. Those who didn't know it thought they were friends for many years.

Qi Xuansu said to Lu Yujue, Shen Yubing and others: "You just go back with Chief Li. If you have anything in the future, just report it directly to Chief Li."

This sentence made it clear that Qi Xuansu had officially resigned from his various positions in the Southern Continent, and was now just an ordinary real person for the time being.

Deputy Hall Master Xu of Ziwei Hall, who sent Li Changge to his appointment, followed Qi Xuansu.

It was like Qi Xuansu and Li Changge had switched places.

However, resigning does not mean that Qi Xuansu's influence has completely disappeared. Zhou Mengyao, Qiniang, and Li Tianzhen are all fourth-level wine-sacrifice Taoist priests, and they can also call the wind and rain, which shows that it is not absolute.

Take Deputy Hall Master Xu of Ziwei Hall as an example, next to Qi Xuansu he seems to be

He considers himself a subordinate. After all, the relationship between Qi Xuansu and Donghua Zhenren is here. Not to mention that Qi Xuansu only temporarily lost his position. Even if Qi Xuansu has a problem like Zhou Mengyao, he does not dare to neglect it.

Li Changge left with the people, while Qi Xuansu and Deputy Hall Master Xu stayed at the Taiping Inn. They would stay here for one night and set off again tomorrow morning.