Pawn Crossing the River

For thousands of years, there has been an iron law. If the problem cannot be solved, solve the person who raised the problem.

Qi Xuansu could not change the Zhang family's attitude towards Zhang Yuelu, but he could subdue these Zhang family children who were jumping around.

The Ganoderma Garden was very quiet, except for the sound of the wind blowing the leaves, and no one raised any objections.

After all, the children of the Zhang family are not scoundrels, but young masters of aristocratic families. It is already very embarrassing for them to take the initiative to stir up trouble and fight on wheels. It would be even more embarrassing if they lose the key point. If you continue to speak harshly after losing the wheel battle, it is not a matter of shame, but a matter of shamelessness.

Young master brother can't do this kind of thing.

"Then there is no objection." Qi Xuansu turned and left.

Zhang Chiyue hurriedly followed Qi Xuansu with a complicated attitude.

Although he hoped that Qi Xuansu would win, he did not expect that these brothers of the same generation would lose so miserably. They were all members of the Zhang family, so their faces were naturally disgraced.

Qi Xuansu acted as if nothing had happened and said, "This fight has been going on for a long time. Let's go see the real person in charge of the palace as soon as possible."

Sanshengtang is the residence of the patriarch, but Tianshi is alone, has no Taoist companions, and has no children. He doesn't like to live alone in this empty place. He usually lives in Weifu Bookstore. It is said to be a bookstore, but it actually occupies a large area and has all the internal organs. , and gave up Sanshengtang to Zhang Jucheng early.

Zhang Jucheng met Qi Xuansu in Sanshengtang.

Dazhen's Mansion was expanded on the basis of the Zhang family's private residence, so it has many courtyards within courtyards. If you can't fly over the walls, it's easy to get lost.

Fortunately, Zhang Chiyue led the way, and we soon arrived at Sanshengtang. Entering the courtyard, you first see a screen wall with the Confucian motto "I examine myself three times a day" written on it. Behind the screen wall is a spacious courtyard. In the middle of the courtyard is a flying bridge. Below is a man-made lake with golden scales swimming in the water and white cranes in the shallow water. Stand proudly.

There are nine main rooms with high-ridged glazed tiles, and the three characters "Sanshengtang" written by the ancestor Tianshi are hung on the door. There are long corridors on both sides of the main house, one side is connected to the courtyard door, and the other side leads to the garden behind.

Among the three holy places of the Taoist sect, Dazhen Mansion and Zhenjing Villa were expanded from the private residences of the Zhang and Li families and occupy a limited area. The Wanshou Chongyang Palace was the former deputy capital of the Taoist sect, so in terms of scale, the Great Both Zhenren Mansion and Zhenjing Villa are far inferior to Wanshou Chongyang Palace.

But everything here, every plant, every tree, every brick, is all an ancient relic. On the contrary, it is the Wanshou Chongyang Palace. Although the name has a long history, the original Wanshou Chongyang Palace has been completely destroyed by the war. The current Wanshou Chongyang Palace was actually rebuilt on the old site after the Taoism ZTE. However, it has been more than 200 years old and its historical background is far less than that of the Wanshou Chongyang Palace. Dazhen Mansion and Zhenjing Villa.

Because Qi Xuansu didn't come suddenly, but had already made arrangements, the journey was smooth. After crossing the flying bridge, Zhang Chiyue stopped there, and Zhang Jucheng's secretary had already greeted him.

This is the case with secretaries. High-level Taoist priests do not separate work and life so clearly. It is common for them to handle official duties at home. Over time, in addition to assisting in handling official duties, secretaries will also take care of daily life. Their essence is the same as that of the previous dynasty. The inner court is quite similar. There are even many secretaries who specialize in this aspect of life. It is not possible for them to handle official affairs, but they are good at serving others. This is a shortcut.

However, the first secretary at the palace level must have a background in handling official business. This is an iron rule.

Among the thirty-six masters of knowledge, the highest ranked is the master in charge of the third hall, then the masters of the other six halls, then the master of the local Taoist government, and finally the master in charge of the palace. Therefore, if the real person in charge of the palace wants to be promoted, he must first find a party to take charge of the government and serve as the real person in charge of a certain place, and then enter Yujing to serve as the real person in charge of Jiutang. Master Cihang, Master Donghua, and Master Qingwei all have the experience of presiding over a Taoist government. For example, Master Cihang was once the head of Jiangnan Taoist House, and Master Donghua was once the head of Zhongzhou Taoist House and Qinzhou Taoist House. Zhenren, Qingwei Zhenren has been deeply involved in Qizhou Daofu for many years.

As for Pingzhang Daren, who serves as the head of the palace and the head of the palace, he is a high-ranking official and is not counted according to this standard. For example, the Master Zhanggong of the Wanxiang Taoist Palace is Pingzhang DaZhen, which cannot be lumped together with other Masters Zhanggong. The name is also the Master Zhanggong, not the Master Zhanggong.

The most well-equipped Taoist temple is probably the Borneo Taoist temple, which not only has a master who knows

With two first-grade spiritual officials and a great master of Pingzhang sitting in charge, it is like a certain department of the imperial court. There are not only ministers, but also bachelors in charge. One can imagine its importance. The Fenglinzhou Taoist House is slightly inferior, but not far behind. It will soon surpass the Borneo Taoist House and usher in a real person in charge of the army.

Recently there are rumors that Zhang Jucheng will serve as the real person in charge of Jiangnan Daofu. The main reason is that Zhang Jucheng has to take care of the Zhang family's affairs, and Qingwei Zhenren has to take care of the Li family. He has to serve as the real person in charge of Qizhou Daofu for many years. The situation is similar, otherwise he should have been released long ago. Now the situation is clearer. If Tianshi intends to train Zhang Yuelu, then let her serve as the second deputy head of Wuzhou Taoist Palace to take care of the Zhang family's affairs and cultivate her prestige in the Zhang family. Zhang Jucheng took advantage of the situation and let go, seeking a higher position.

Qi Xuansu followed this character who resembled Gong Jiaojun to the Three Provinces Hall.

Counting back, all the heavenly masters and great heavenly masters of all dynasties have lived here. Yan Feiqing, a Celestial Master with a different surname who was promoted to the position of Celestial Master by Xuansheng himself, also lived here. At that time, the Zhang family retreated to private residence.

When Zhang Wuhen was young, he and his brother spent some time here.

Qi Xuansu remembered that Zhang Yuelu seemed to have mentioned that the Heavenly Master had moved out of Sanseitang shortly after Zhang Wuhen's accident. It is worth mentioning that Zhang Wuhen's husband was the culprit who tempted Zhang Wuhen to steal the inheritance of True Lord Taiyin. After the incident, this man was killed by the Heavenly Master himself.

It can be seen from this that the Heavenly Master looks kind and kind, but he is also a decisive person.

Qi Xuansu secretly reminded himself, never think that the Heavenly Master is arrogant just by looking at him. These big shots kill without blinking an eye.

Sanshengtang faces south. When you enter the main entrance, you will see a huge sitting screen placed on the north wall. It is very plain white with no pictures. It only has five thousand words written by Taozu. Under the screen are sandalwood tables and chairs, which are considered the main seats. In contrast, there are eight chairs arranged on the left and right sides of the goose wings. They are also made of sandalwood and can be regarded as guest seats.

Zhang Jucheng was waiting here.

After Qi Xuansu crossed the threshold, he stopped taking a step forward and saluted respectfully: "I have met the real person in charge of the palace."

This is still talking about people when seeing people, and talking about ghosts when seeing ghosts. When you meet someone who is sensible, treat them with the same attitude as your elders. If you encounter someone who is ignorant and acting recklessly, fight back forcefully.

Zhang Jucheng was not arrogant. He took a step forward and gave him a little help: "Vice Hall Master Qi, there is no need to be polite."

After the ceremony, Zhang Jucheng spoke in a gentle tone: "Today is a family banquet, and we are talking about private matters. Don't be so outspoken. Qingxiao's father is my cousin, and I am Qingxiao's uncle. If you don't mind, you can Call me Shibo."

Qi Xuansu followed the good example and said, "Since Shibo said this, then Shibo will call me "Tianyuan". "

Generally speaking, not all elders can be called by their first names, usually they are parents, and other elders are still addressed by their names. As for the Heavenly Master, he is the elder among the elders. He is both respected and elder. According to the theory of Confucianism, he is both the king and the father, and cannot be generalized.

In this way, one was called "Shibo" and the other was called "Tianyuan", and the relationship suddenly became much closer. At least Zhang Jucheng did not object to the marriage openly, and even quite approved of it.

The two sat down separately and did not get directly to the topic, but talked about other things.

The two men who have just met will naturally not talk about trivial matters about their parents. They mainly talk about the official affairs of the Taoist sect. Zhang Jucheng knows a lot about the "Focusing Monkey". When talking about this matter, he can't help but mention Ziguang. True Lord.

This matter could not be concealed. True Lord Ziguang injured the King of Liao, suppressed the ancestors of Xuanhuiyuan, and then met Li Changge.

What can Qi Xuansu say? It cannot be said that Zhang Yuelu has mastered the line of Ziguang Society. It can only be said that he was knocked unconscious by the King of Liao before the god descended. When he woke up, he was watching the fireworks on Wuxing Mountain.

Fortunately, Zhang Jucheng didn't mean to ask further. He just talked about the war in Fenglinzhou, mainly talking about big things.

In Zhang Jucheng's view, if the Taoist sect wants to rule Fenglinzhou, it can no longer cling to the Confucian sect's defense of Yi and Xia. The Confucian sect generally has three criteria: blood relationship, geographical relationship, and etiquette education. Fenglinzhou has been influenced by The influence of the Central Plains Celestial Empire is true, but it has long been its own entity and is isolated overseas. Unlike Borneo, which is connected to the Central Plains land

The land has never been truly ruled by the Central Plains Celestial Dynasty. It is impossible to reach a consensus on these three. It is difficult to integrate them without going on a killing spree.

Then we should switch to another path: the virtuous people in the world will live there. What is virtue? This is a very broad concept. If it has to be quantified, it means that only rulers who can make the ruled better live should be ruled. The bloodline and origin of this ruler should not be overly valued. It can also be understood as the prince will Xiangning has a kind of extension and expansion.

To put it bluntly, Daomen is more advanced, more civilized, and more moral than Tianmen. It would be better for Daomen to rule Fenglinzhou than Tianmen to rule Fenglinzhou. Then Daomen will be the place where the virtuous people live.

Of course, these two concepts are not static. They need to be applied flexibly and use whatever is beneficial to you.

This incident in Fenglinzhou has served as a wake-up call for Taoist sects. Only by changing their philosophy, truly implementing it in Fenglinzhou, and reversing the entire trend of thought in Fenglinzhou can we put an end to "respecting the king and fighting the Tao" from the root.

Qi Xuansu has done little research in this area. He only listens and has to admit that there is no mediocre person who can know the real person. He studies the art of immortality and the way to govern the world at the same time. All of them are both civil and military.

At noon, the two had lunch together. It was said to be a family dinner, but in fact there were only two people, not even a waiter. Some of it is deliberate, which shows that Zhang Jucheng attaches great importance to it.

Only then did Zhang Jucheng get to the point.

As Qiniang expected, Zhang Jucheng was talking about the future of the Zhang family.

However, Zhang Jucheng was not eager for Qi Xuansu to express his position, but hoped that Qi Xuansu would have a good talk with Zhang Yuelu after he returned.

Qi Xuansu understood that Zhang Jucheng was asking him to be a sounding board.

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