Pawn Crossing the River

Qi Xuansu took Xiao Yin back to Huqian County. As soon as he got off the flying boat, Liu Jiazheng came to report to Qi Xuansu.

It was still Ke Qingqing's matter, and he reported it in great detail, intending to leave a good impression on Qi Xuansu.

Qi Xuansu simply responded with a few words, expressed satisfaction and dismissed him.

He only stayed in Huqian County for a short time, held a brief discussion with Jiang Daren and Wuniang, and finally confirmed the battle plan, and then rushed to Chaxia.

At this time, Li Mingcheng from Beichen Hall came to see Qi Xuansu again.

Qi Xuansu was a little impatient: "What's the matter? If it's a matter of Taoist personnel, let's talk about it later."

Li Mingcheng whispered: "It has nothing to do with the Taoist government. The Buddhist Bodhi Courtyard contacted us."

The so-called Bodhi Court is roughly equivalent to the Beichen Hall of Daomen, the Juesheng Hall of Xidaomen, the Inquisition of the Holy Court, and the Gospel Ministry of Steam Gospel.

This is a foreign intelligence agency. Even if the two countries are at war, the intelligence departments must have communication channels. The initial contact will start with the intelligence departments of both sides.

Qi Xuansu's face suddenly became serious: "What do they want to do?"

Li Mingcheng said: "Although the words from the Buddhist side are more euphemistic, the general meaning is to talk."

"Shall we talk to Buddhism?" Qi Xuansu asked again, "Is there anything else we can talk about?"

Li Mingcheng heard the sarcasm in Qi Xuansu's words and said carefully: "It never hurts to listen."

Qi Xuansu thought for a while and asked, "When did this happen? Does Master Jiang Da know about it?"

Li Mingcheng replied: "That's what happened just now. I wanted to talk to Master Qi over there, but Master Qi happened to be back, so Jiang

Da Zhenren doesn’t know yet. "

Qi Xuansu asked Xiao Yin to find a place to play by himself, and said, "Okay, follow me to see Master Jiang Da and report this matter."

The two met Master Jiang Da, and Li Mingcheng reported the matter to Master Jiang Da and Wu Niang.

After Master Jiang Da heard this, he looked at Wu Niang: "Master Qi Da, what do you think?"

Wu Niang pondered: "I remember that winning over the pro-Taoist sects of Buddhism and supporting the pro-Taoist sects of Buddhism in order to promote a comprehensive reform of Buddhism was a strategy set during the period of the Five Dynasties Grand Master. We have to admit that during the period of the Five Dynasties Grand Master's rule, , this strategy was very effective. It was not until the Sixth Dynasty that the radical faction within Buddhism gradually gained the upper hand. Today, the radical faction of Buddhism has suffered major failures and setbacks, but we have picked up this strategy again. Good time.”

Mr. Jiang Dazhen nodded and said: "I think so too. We can put aside the discussion about whether to agree or not. Let's listen to what they say first."

Qi Xuansu said: "Then let me represent Xingying to contact there?"

Jiang Dazhen agreed: "I agree. But there is one thing. If they use peace talks to delay time and use peace talks as a means, they don't want to even think about it. We have to set a time for them to negotiate. Regardless of whether the negotiation fails, we must completely resolve the Darzun issue before the first day of the first lunar month.”

Wuniang added: "Indeed, the Buddhist peace talks have two purposes. One is to sincerely solve the problem through peace talks, and the other is to use the peace talks as a means to delay the Lantern Festival election. We cannot give them This opportunity.”

Qi Xuansu said: "I understand.

We must be prepared for two things. While engaging in peace talks with Buddhism, we must also step up preparations to solve the problem in the Darzun area through force. This is a great drama with both literature and martial arts. I sang the literary drama in front of the stage, while the two great masters prepared the martial arts drama behind the scenes. "

Master Jiang Da said: "That's it."

In fact, Qi Xuansu thought so too, but he didn't want to contact Buddhist people privately. If someone accused him of being a "Buddhist", it wouldn't be fun. Even if he could prove his innocence, he would still be in trouble.

Therefore, he wanted to report to Master Jiang Da and Wu Niang, and he would have a certificate in the future. It could not be said that all three members of Jinque were "accepted by Buddha".

And this is also in line with the procedures. The minimum number of people required for discussion is three people. Jiang Dazhen, Wu Niang and Qi Xuansu are exactly three people. In essence, the three of them are the top three-person group responsible for frontline command. The resolutions reached by the three are legally valid unless they are denied from the Jinque level.

Qi Xuansu came to the station of Beichen Hall and told Li Mingcheng: "Reply to the Buddhist sect, we can talk or meet, but the location has to be decided by us. As for the time, it is up to them to decide, which is also our point. Sincerity.”

Li Mingcheng responded: "Yes. May I ask Master Qi, where is the specific location?"

Qi Xuansu thought for a while and said, "Let's just talk about Xia."

Li Mingcheng took the order and left.

According to the original plan, Qi Xuansu took Xiao Yin and set off for Chaxia.

Other matters will naturally be handled by Beichen Hall, so Qi Xuansu does not need to worry too much.

The construction of the Chexia camp has been roughly completed, and flying boats come and go every day, transporting various supplies.

Qi Xuansu arrived

After summer, news came from Beichen Hall that the Buddhists would come to visit Master Taiwei tonight. It was better to do it sooner rather than later, as later would cause changes.

In the middle of the night, a figure led by the Taoist priest of Beichen Hall arrived at the Chaxia Camp. Because Qi Xuansu had given the order in advance, the journey was smooth and went directly to Qi Xuansu's camp.

The visitor rushed to Qi Xuansu and said, "I, Zhao Mile, have taken the liberty of visiting. I hope Master Taiwei will forgive me."

Zhao Jiaowu thought about it and decided that he did not use the Buddhist namaste salute nor the Taoist sect's head-offering ceremony, but the Confucian sect's hand-over salute. He did not even call himself a poor monk. In addition, he was dressed as a layman. Apart from having a Buddhist name, there is no trace of him being a Buddhist.

Qi Xuan Suping retreated from the others and said with a smile: "I have always heard of Zhao's great name. He is a representative figure of Buddhism in the Central Plains."

Zhao Mile said humbly: "I don't dare to take it. I don't dare to take it. Compared with Master Taiwei, it is the brilliance of fireflies. Master Taiwei's deeds are like thunder to my ears. Confucianism has the theory of three immortals: meritorious service, words and virtue. Master Taiwei is worthy of the word 'meritorious service'."

Qi Xuansu waved his hand and said: "Chief Zhao wants to kill me. I can't expand the territory externally, and I can't innovate internally. How can I be worthy of the word 'merit'? I'm just worthy of being cultivated by the Taoist sect."

Zhao Mile turned around and said: "I came here this time to contact Master Taiwei on behalf of Dharma King Wu Shi. Master Taiwei should know the strategy of the three religions proposed by the five great masters of Taoism at that time. Buddhism is also one of the three religions."

Qi Xuansu did not immediately give a clear answer: “The path of our predecessors is ultimately the path of our predecessors.

Although people will move forward, they do not necessarily follow suit and do not miss a step. "

With such experience, Zhao Mile immediately understood the hidden meaning of Qi Xuansu's words: "Master Taiwei means that he does not fully agree with the strategy of the Five Dynasties Great Master."

Qi Xuansu was silent for a moment and said: "I didn't say that. But some things are not secrets, and Chief Zhao should also have heard about it. During the period of the Sixth Generation Grandmaster, the Taoist sect completely denied the Fifth Generation Grandmaster, although it finally stopped There is no complete denial, no final conclusion, but it is not completely reversed. Many things have not been explained clearly, many issues have not been clarified, and right and wrong are not so clear. I am just a knowledgeable person. I cannot say whether it is right or wrong. wrong."

Zhao Mile said: "There will always be a day when chaos can be brought back to order."

Qi Xuansu said: "If we don't talk about this anymore, let's ask Mr. Zhao to speak frankly."

Zhao Milue turned to the main topic: "I am indeed here to ask for help from Master Taiwei."

Qi Xuansu said seriously: "Master Zhao, please speak."

Zhao Maitreya said slowly: "God has the virtue of good life, and Buddhism and Taoism also talk about compassion, so on behalf of Buddhism and Taoism, I ask Taoism to consider the tens of thousands of people in the Darzun area and resolve the problems in the Darzun area through peaceful means. question."

Qi Xuansu said nothing and did not comment on Zhao Milue's words.

Zhao Mile then asked: "Master Taiwei, do you not agree with what I said?"

Qi Xuansu said: "With swords and soldiers, blood will naturally flow into rivers and lives will be ruined. There is nothing to disagree with."

Zhao Mile asked again: "If this is the case, then why is Master Taiwei silent?"

Qi Xuansu said: "This war was not started by the Taoist sect.

, in today’s peace talks, the right and wrong responsibilities must be made clear and cannot be confused. "

Zhao Maitreya sighed: "These are all the opinions of Peacock Dharma King and those of Dharma King Wuzhi, and have nothing to do with Dharma King Wuzhi. Dharma King Wuzhi has always opposed them with all his strength."

Qi Xuansu said: "For this reason, I might as well put some things on the table. Today's Dazun Temple is already in a state of collapse. The reason why it can be maintained is just to hold on. When the Taoist sect launches an attack, No matter how difficult it is to maintain, the Taoist sect will not talk to you no matter how much you request."

This time, Zhao Mile remained silent. After a long time, he slowly said, "What Master Taiwei said is absolutely true, so what does Master Taiwei mean?"

Qi Xuansu said softly: "Buddhists are never compassionate people, so give me a real reason."

Zhao Mile was well prepared and said calmly: "Although the Taoist sect has the advantage, the most it can do is recover the Darzun area. As for more, it is powerless. First, the financial situation of the Taoist sect is not optimistic, and secondly, the Taoist sect's general election is about to happen. I wonder if Master Taiwei thinks so?”

Qi Xuansu nodded slightly and signaled Zhao Milue to continue.

Zhao Mile continued: "In the Dao Sect election, Master Donghua and Master Qingwei are facing each other tit for tat. The competition has reached the point of incompatibility, so at this time, Master Taiwei's attention must turn back to Yujing. Those radicals also saw this A little bit, so they decided to wait until the first month of next year. This was their last ditch effort, but if they really succeeded, Taiwei Zhenren would also be facing a difficult situation. By then, no matter what. How heartless Taiwei Zhenren is

If you wish, you have to temporarily cease the war and return to Yujing. This situation will be detrimental to the election of Master Donghua, which must be what Master Taiwei does not want to see. "

Qi Xuansu looked at Zhao Milue: "Can you represent Buddhism?"