Dongdu Pavilion Case Record

Shaolin Pagoda Forest is the place where the relics of Shaolin eminent monks of all ages are buried.The relics are hidden in the ground coffin, and on the ground, towers with different heights and styles are built according to the merits of each eminent monk, which are uneven and beautiful in shape.Viewed during the day, it is like a lush forest, hence the name Pagoda Forest, but viewed at night, it is inevitable to have a sense of terror.

Tang Wuyi and Wen Tao went to the Pagoda Forest, and saw a row of Shaolin disciples kneeling in front of the Pagoda Forest, seeming to be introspecting, while a Shaolin Elder standing upright, with a sharp expression, was reprimanding the kneeling Shaolin disciples.

"So it's Master Mingli." Tang Wuyi said to Wen Tao.

Master Mingli, the fourth disciple of Abbot Wuxiang, is the youngest among the four elders, but the most upright, he is in charge of punishment in the monastery.It seems that the disciples in the temple violated the precepts, so I am admonishing them here.

Tang Wuyi and Wen Tao approached and saluted from afar.Master Mingli came over and saluted with one hand, "Pavilion Master Tang, do you have something to ask the poor monk?"

Tang Wuyi said: "I just came to see Tallinn, and I happened to meet Master Mingli here. Is the master admonishing his disciples?"

"Exactly." Master Mingli said without any emotion in his voice, "These people have violated the precept of killing and still haven't repented!"

"The ring to kill life?" Wen Tao asked.

"Exactly, these disciples shoot birds with slingshots. At this late spring, there are many pregnant female birds. Killing or hurting birds is against Buddhism." Mingli said.

Probably after hearing Master Mingli's words, a kneeling Shaolin disciple shouted: "Disciple refuses to accept!"

Master Mingli was about to lose his temper, Wen Tao said: "Master, it is better to let him defend himself. Otherwise, even if he is punished, he will still commit crimes if he is dissatisfied."

Normally, Master Mingli wouldn't listen to his excuses at all. Now that there are outsiders around, what Wen Tao said still makes sense. Master Mingli suppressed the anger in his heart for a while and said to the disciple, "Say it!"

"The little monk did injure the birds. However, the prince of Silla has already killed several of them! The gun he brought over from Silla has an extremely long range, and all the birds he shoots pass through the heart! Why not punish him!" That disciple speaks plausibly.

Sensible heard the words, clenched his fists, his joints turned white, and said in a deep voice: "He broke the precepts, and the abbot will punish him. You are at fault, and I will punish you!" He stopped talking.

Mingli was out of breath, turned around and took a few steps, and punched the stone wall beside the towering forest.

Tang Wuyi and Wen Tao walked over and said, "Master, calm down."

Seeing that Mingli calmed down a little, Tang Wuyi asked tentatively: "Is there anything wrong with Prince Jin in the temple?"

Mingli snorted and said: "This person, relying on his status as the royal family of Silla, has repeatedly broken the precepts and has no heart to respect Buddha. Such people should not be admitted to Shaolin! Humiliate my century-old temple!"

Tang Wuyi understood in his heart that Prince Jin was born in the royal family, and he was spoiled with rich clothes and fine food. He suddenly came to practice, and he must not be used to many places. In addition, he was arrogant, so he naturally became a thorn in the side of the wise mage who was in charge of the precepts.

"But, if he doesn't have the heart of Buddha, why did he come to Shaolin to practice?" Wen Tao asked.

Mingli said: "The royal family of Silla admires Da Zhou very much. Da Zhou respects Buddhism and sends the royal family's children here to practice."

"Master Mingli," Tang Wuyi said, "Tang has something else to ask."

"Please say."

"About Master's eldest disciple Xuan Ding, I heard that he disappeared the day before yesterday. Could Master please tell me the details?" Tang Wuyi said.

Mentioning his proud disciple Xuan Ding, Master Mingli frowned and sighed: "Xuan Ding is missing, and the poor monk is also extremely anxious." Mingli continued, "Among the four elders, the poor monk has the least number of disciples. The elder brother is in charge The general affairs of the temple also have the most disciples. The second senior brother is in charge of martial arts, and the disciples he accepts are all qualified in martial arts. The third senior brother is in charge of scriptures, and all the disciples are full of knowledge and knowledge. The poor monk accepts disciples, and he only cares about the word "positive" The poor monk doesn't care about his birth, temperament, qualifications in martial arts and classics, but only asks him to stand upright, respect Buddhism, restrain himself, and be upright."

Wen Tao saluted and said: "Master Mingli, the master once said that among the four great elders of Shaolin, he respects the master most for uprightness and strict conduct."

"Thank you, Master Ji, for your love." Mingli said, "Among the poor monk's disciples, Xuan Ding is the one with the purest nature and the most outstanding conduct. He grew up in Shaolin, and the poor monk has decided to let him inherit the mantle of the poor monk." He usually acts in strict accordance with the rules of the temple. The last time the poor monk saw him was during the evening class the day before yesterday. There's no one there. It's really strange."

"The master said that he intends to pass on the mantle to Xuanding. Is it possible that he will be envied by others?" Tang Wuyi asked.

Mingli smiled wryly and shook his head and said: "Although the poor monk and several senior brothers are the four elders of Shaolin, the few who are willing to be the disciples of the poor monk are the fewest. Following the second senior brother, the third senior brother can gain a lot in martial arts and classics. The poor monk really can't think of anyone being jealous of Xuan Ding because of this."

"Master Mingli doesn't need to underestimate himself." Wen Tao said, "Shaolin Weina's palm advances and retreats majesticly. He must have a voice like a bell, and there is a Buddha statue on his face. He has always been very respected. Presumably Xuan Ding also has an extraordinary appearance like Master Mingli."

Mingli said: "That's exactly why Pingdao is even more anxious when he disappears for no reason. Please both of you worry about it."

Tang Wuyi and Wen Tao said goodbye to Master Mingli, it was almost dusk, they went back to the Zen room to rest first.

The temple counts the time with morning bells and evening drums. At this time, the drums are beating everywhere, and it is also raining.It was almost Xiaoman, and the rain fell heavily and quickly, falling from the eaves like beads with a broken thread.

Tang Wuyi and Wen Tao had eaten the fast meal and sat facing the window in the meditation room.

It was rare for Tang Wuyi to enjoy such a moment of tranquility, and chatted: "Is your Kunlun similar to this place?"

Wen Tao thought for a while and said, "There is a lot of snow in Kunlun, the snow falls silently, and the sound of stepping on the snow is like crushing jade. But there are many trees here, and when it rains, the sound of walking through the forest and beating leaves is very pleasant."

"Since it's rare to meet such a good scene, why don't you talk with me?"

Wen Tao readily agreed.

The tea is curling up, the rain is bursting, and the two are knocking chess pieces under the lamp, one black and one white, like two armies facing each other, and also like Yin and Yang in the world.It's rare to meet opponents, both of them are very excited, several hours have passed, accompanied by drums of different rhythms, there are vegetarian drums, bath drums, and Geng drums, and finally the temple gradually returned to calm...

After three rounds, Tang Wuyi stretched out his arms and relaxed, "You won two rounds, you won one move."

"It's a fluke." Wen Tao rarely smiled happily, which made people happy to see him.

"Obviously it's you, every step is clear, I'm willing to bow down." Tang Wuyi said.

Wen Tao didn't answer, but looked out of the window and said, "I'm afraid it will rain all night." The candlelight flickered slightly, turning into little stars in his eyes.