Pawn Crossing the River

In response to the conflict between Taoism and Buddhism in the Dazun area, the Western Taoist sect sent a military observation group. The leader was no stranger. It was Tan Taiying, the great granddaughter of Tan Tai Zhenxiao.

This observation group arrived in Huqian County in two batches. Its official name was "The Western Taoist Tiangang Hall stationed in the Western Daofu area observation group", which was intended to learn the advanced experience of Taoism.

In addition, the Holy Court also made a similar request. Taoism was initially opposed, but after discussion in Jinque, a compromise plan was proposed. The Holy Court wanted to send a "representative observation group" with the permission of Taoism. Taoism thought that the standard of "group" was too high, so it was changed to "observation group".

The Holy Court wanted to test the strength of Taoism. If Taoism refused directly, it would be a bit timid. It is better to agree to it to show its frankness and make use of it at the same time. If this is done well, it may also form a deterrent to the Holy Court. If you want to achieve peace, you must not hesitate to show force. It is the same as inviting others to watch the military parade.

Besides, even if the Dao Sect disagrees, is there nothing the Holy See can do? Instead of guarding against the Holy See's snooping, it is better to let the Holy See visit within the control range.

In addition, the Holy See also raised some "concerns".

In fact, the Dao Sect does not care much about this. What about the surprise of friendly countries and the international outlook? There are only you and me in the world. You are the master of the West and I am the master of the East. There is no third party. Who are you making these public opinions for? Do I have to reflect on myself?

In other words, there are only two of us left in this room. What can you do if you stand on the moral high ground? Who do you want to incite? Who can you incite? Does it mean that the Dao Sect is cut off from the civilized world? It is not the Holy See that is the only one in power. Who can represent civilization?

Just as the Dao Sect has criticized the West for engaging in slave trade for many years, the slave trade in the West is still going on as usual, and nothing has happened.

The key is that the Holy See brought up the extraterritorial demons. In this regard, the Holy See and the Dao Sect had an agreement. The general meaning was that the extraterritorial demons were the common enemy of the human world, and they had to join forces to resist the invasion of the extraterritorial demons.

This reason was fair and just, and it was difficult for the Dao Sect to refuse.

The Dao Sect still had to save face, and had claimed to be civilized for so many years, so it decided to clarify. Anyway, the war was over, so it didn't matter what it said.

The leader of the Holy See Observation Group was named Saint John. Being named "Saint" showed that this person was a real immortal. At the same time, he was in a high position and served as the Grand Master.

There were three major knight orders under the Holy See, namely: the Knights Templar, the Knights of St. John's Charity Hall, and the Knights of St. Mary's Charity Hall.

Saint John was the Grand Master of the Knights of St. John's Charity Hall, and the name "Saint John" was passed down from generation to generation. When a person became the Grand Master of the Knights of St. John's Charity Hall, he would also inherit the name of the founder and first Grand Master "Saint John".

The fact that the Holy Court sent such a person shows how much importance it attaches to the country.

The rotating Grand Immortal specifically instructed that the observation group must be "received" well.

After discussion, Grand Immortal Jiang, Wu Niang, and Qi Xuansu decided to use Chexia to demonstrate the logistics of the Taoist sect and the former site of Dazun Temple to demonstrate the powerful military force of the Taoist sect.

The three of them also made a division of labor. Grand Immortal Jiang was responsible for the subsequent peace talks, Qi Xuansu was responsible for Chexia, and Wu Niang was responsible for the former site of Dazun Temple.

The two observation groups landed in Chexia at the same time, and Ding Si Lingguan came to welcome the observation group on behalf of Qi Xuansu.

Before St. John got off the airship, he carefully observed the entire Chexia camp, from the defensive layout of the camp to the specific status of the military personnel, a system completely different from the Templars, and a thorough oriental feature.

He also noticed that the camp here seemed to be connected to the earth, which was probably the aura of the oriental system.

On the contrary, the Western Dao Sect did not care, which was also a method passed down from generation to generation in the Western Dao Sect, which was not surprising.

However, if you want to observe the situation in the camp from the outside, you can't see clearly. There is a mist covering the camp, which is looming and covering the whole camp tightly. This is the formation.

Ding Si Lingguan is also observing this unfathomable leader. For some reason, St. John has been closing his eyes, but he obviously has the action of using his eyes to see, which seems to be no different from a normal person.

For immortals, it doesn't matter whether they have eyes or not. The key is why they have to close their eyes? Buddhism has a closed-mouth Zen. Does the Holy Court also have similar magical powers? They don't open their eyes for decades, and once they open their eyes, they can kill gods?

After a short observation, the two sides saluted each other.

The Holy Court knights, led by St. John, stroked their exquisite breastplates and performed a formal and rigorous knight etiquette.

The Lingguan performed the fist-clasping etiquette.

"Grand Leader, Master Tantai, please, Master Taiwei is waiting for everyone." Ding Si Lingguan stretched out his hand sideways.

Xidaomen came here sincerely to learn technology. If Huangfuji was not really busy, then Huangfuji would have led the team himself.

It is hard to say what Shengting meant.

Saint John closed his eyes, his face was extremely beautiful, like a carefully carved statue, his expression was serene and calm, almost a perfect existence, his natural charm made people feel ashamed.

At the same time, this head of the group was very friendly, which made people feel good, even if his tone was not friendly: "Before I came to the Dazun area, I heard some bad things."

Ding Si Lingguan asked: "What bad things?"

St. John smiled slightly: "I heard that the Taoist sect carried out inhumane acts of extermination in the Dazun area. They even used the power of foreign gods to raze the entire Dazun area to the ground. All Buddhists were sacrificed to the outsiders. god."

There are not only immortals outside the territory, but also other beings. These are collectively called "foreigners" or "foreigners." Among them, the bad and powerful ones are called "foreign demons" by Taoists, and "foreign gods" by the Holy Court. ".

St. John continued: "In matters involving foreign gods, the Holy Court and the Taoist sect have made a formal agreement. Both parties have obligations and supervise each other. They cannot use the power of foreign gods without authorization. In your Eastern terms, you cannot lead wolves into the house. ”

Ding Si Lingguan's face was serious: "Regarding this matter, I can responsibly say that it is Buddhism that really uses the power of external gods. As early as hundreds of years ago, they had begun to have in-depth contact with the extraterrestrial demon named 'Eternal Life' , went on a so-called pilgrimage, and during this conflict with Darzun, they used the hatched son of the demon to assassinate one of our masters. "

"The son of the demon?" St. John's expression remained unchanged and he said with deep meaning, "I think this son of the demon has been completely eliminated by the Taoist sect."

Ding Si Lingguan said: "Although I really want to say this, I want to disappoint the Grand Commander. We have not completely eliminated the Son of Heavenly Demon. With all due respect, even the weaker Son of Heavenly Demon is not inferior to the Grand Leader. And the more powerful son of the demon is even better than the grand leader."

St. John frowned for the first time: "There are actually two sons of the devil?"

Ding Si Lingguan said: "Strictly speaking, there are three. According to our speculation, the mother body that gave birth to these two demon sons is still in the world, probably in Nalanda Temple, so Jinque allowed the observation team to come to the Darson area. , and also hope that the Taoist sect and the Holy Court can cooperate to solve the problem of extraterrestrial demons."

St. John stopped talking and was thoughtful.

After talking like this all the way, the group arrived inside the camp, where Qi Xuansu was also waiting.

"Grand leader, Master Tantai, on behalf of the Taoist sect and the Western Region Taoist House, I welcome you all." Qi Xuansu came forward to welcome you, and Ding Si Lingguan turned to Qi Xuansu's side and gave up his position to Qi Xuansu.

Qi Xuansu invited the group of people into the living room and sat down separately.

Tantai Ying is an old acquaintance. There is nothing much to say. The key is St. John.

"Even in the West, I have heard many legends about Master Taiwei. Many people say that Master Taiwei is likely to aspire to the title of Grand Master in the next few decades and become the eighth person to take over Zixiao. "People from the palace." St. John's Mandarin is very fluent, "It is my honor to meet the real person Taiwei."

This can be regarded as a diplomatic occasion. Qi Xuansu could not respond to these words: "This kind of statement is just used by good people to sow discord. Today's Taoist sect will soon elect the seventh-generation master. Since the ownership of the seventh-generation master If we haven’t decided yet, where will the Eighth Generation Grand Master come from?”

St. John did not explore this topic in depth, but instead followed Qi Xuansu's words and said: "Just now Master Taiwei mentioned the upcoming Taoist election, so I would like to ask which candidate Master Taiwei thinks can become the master of Taoism. ?”

Qi Xuansu said: "First of all, I want to emphasize that there is no so-called 'master of the Taoist sect'. The Grand Master is the first Taoist priest recommended by the public and has the responsibility to lead the Taoist sect, but the Taoist sect is not the private property of the Grand Master. As the saying goes: only by One person rules the world, how can one serve the world? Regardless of the first half of the sentence, the Taoist sect does not rule by one person, there are three deputy chiefs, Dazhenren and Jinque. The second half of the sentence is in line with the philosophy of the Taoist sect. It is for the Taoist sect, not the Taoist sect that supports the great leader.

"Secondly, the Grand Leader asked me who I thought could become the Seventh Generation Grand Master. I couldn't answer. I have no ability to influence the election results. I can only say that as a disciple of Master Donghua, I naturally support my teachings. If his master becomes the seventh-generation master, I will vote for Master Donghua.”

St. John smiled and said: "I would like to use four words to describe Master Taiwei: watertight."

"I don't dare to take it seriously." Qi Xuansu said humbly, "There are just some issues of principle that cannot be unclear and cannot tolerate any ambiguity, just like this time the issue of extraterrestrial demons."

St. John said: "I have many issues that I would like to discuss in depth with Master Taiwei, but they may not be business matters."

Qi Xuansu smiled knowingly: "There is no rush. After the observation team has settled down, we will have sufficient time to communicate and exchange opinions. Before that, the head of the group may wish to visit the camp first."

St. John did not force it, but nodded slightly.

Qi Xuansu looked at Tantai Ying again: "Master Tantai, how are the three great masters and Brother Huangfu doing lately?"

Tantai Ying responded: "Thank you, Master Taiwei, for your concern. Everything is fine. Master Da Zhenren and Master Huangfu also asked me to convey their regards to Master Taiwei."