Taiping Inn

People need to communicate. Even the lonely emperor cannot escape this rude, so there are so many eunuchs around the emperors of all ages and they have real power. In the dynasty where eunuchs were most powerful, eunuchs could hold the military power of the imperial guards, and the imperial power was even more indispensable. In this dynasty, the real power of eunuchs was weakened and the emperor would not be deposed, but it should not be underestimated. The inner court twenty-year-old dynasty Four yamen, twenty-four eunuchs, including Silijian, the chief eunuch in charge of the seal of Silijian, is respected as the "internal minister", and is known as the "praise of the red" and "vote" respectively, with the cabinet chief minister called "external minister". The chief of the Sili Supervisor took charge of the Qingluanwei Governor's Office and was respected as the "Governor". More than a hundred years ago, the "Governor" was even more famous in the world than the Earth Master and Holy Lord.

There is also such a person around Li Daoxu, that is Master Li. The two are senior brothers and have known each other very early. No matter how good his character is, Li Daoxu is loyal to Li Daoxu. Therefore, among the many senior brothers, Li Daoxu values ​​this junior brother the most. Later, the two married the master's eldest and second daughters respectively, and became brother-in-law and had a closer relationship. Therefore, after Li Daoxu became the sect leader, Li Daoxu also became an important figure in the sect.

Over the years, Li Daoxu has felt the threat from his disciples more than once. Among all the immortal immortals, he is the only one who has such trouble.

There is no need to say about the great master Zhang Jingxiu. Although Zhang Jingchen is not a good person, he is his brother, not a disciple. There are few people among the younger disciples. Xu Wugui only accepted two disciples, which is also ordinary. Jun Dantai Yun is the youngest, let alone. Only Li Daoxu had the earliest time to accept disciples, the most accurate vision, and the highest achievement of disciples.

Others were struggling with the situation of being in trouble and thought about how to help their disciples grow up as soon as possible, but Li Daoxu was helpless that the disciples made their way too fast. If the six disciples and the eldest disciple Situ Xuance were still alive, they would probably have already set foot on their feet now. Habitat, the second and fourth disciples have entered the realm of heaven and man creation, only one step away from the realm of immortality. The third disciple is just the rules and regulations, and is also the infinite realm of heaven and man. He is also the disciples of the relevant sects, with high qualifications that are even greater than those of the fourth disciples and the eldest disciples. , longevity is hopeful. It’s not that Li Daoxu is talking big. Except for one of the five disciples, the remaining five disciples may become immortal in this life. The qualifications are enough, mainly depending on opportunities and fortune. Therefore, for Li Daoxu, the disciples The threat is never empty talk.

Since ancient times, the relationship between the emperor and the prince has been very subtle. The prince should not be too incompetent, otherwise it will be difficult for him to inherit the throne and take on great responsibilities in the future, but the prince should not be too virtuous, otherwise it will threaten the emperor. The emperor can suppress the prince to avoid threatening the imperial power by the prince, but he cannot weaken the prince into a lonely man. If the prince does not have his own team, he will inevitably be underestimated by the ministers in the future or be held captive by the powerful ministers. , it is difficult to grasp.

Even Li Daoxu was not sure about the difference in the face of outstanding disciples, especially Situ Xuance and Li Xuandu. These two people have their own ideas and are not filial sons in the traditional sense. They are in many things. His views are different from those of Li Daoxu, and he does not intend to succumb to his father. Zhang Haishi did not have much disagreement with Li Daoxu, but his temperament was too extreme because Situ Xuance's affairs had a knot with Li Daoxu. Therefore, there is no way for Li Daoxu to choose the relatively mediocre Li Yuanying. Mediocrity also means obedience and is more willing to bear some unnecessary trouble for his master, so it is most in line with Li Daoxu's wishes. As for Li Taiyi, Li Daoxu loves his talent, but he doesn't like his character very much.

As a result, the relationship between master and apprentice becomes complicated and subtle. Li Daoxu has many things to say to his disciples. In addition, his wife passed away, and the only person who can speak Li Daoxu is the junior brother Master Li Daoxu. .

There have been countless conversations like today in the past few years. Master Li was used to it. He knew Li Daoxu more than anyone else, so he could only remain silent at this time.

Li Daoxu's eyes moved to the heavy rain outside the window, "The six people are divided into two factions, Situ Xuance, Zhang Haishi, Li Xuandu, Lu Yanbing is one faction, Li Yuanying and Li Taiyi are one faction, they are not sincere anymore, and now they don't even have you. True."

It was not until this time that Master Li raised his head and looked at Li Daoxu, "Senior Brother, how could I not have any sincerity?"

Li Daoxu said, "I just asked you what you think of this peace talks. Why don't you say what you think?"

Master Li whispered: "Senior brother has his own world in his heart, and the candle is illuminated. How can I give advice to my senior brother?"

Li Daoxu said with a blank expression: "What I do is my business, just say it."

"Yes." Master Li lowered his hand and replied, "It is not necessarily true that it is said that it is the general trend. After all, there is a Confucian sect involved in the middle. The Confucian sect will not agree to the unification of the Taoist sect. Whether it is Li Xuandu or Zhang Jingxiu, they are also Fear of Confucianism. If the senior brothers do not agree to the peace, they will offend Confucianism and are unable to start a war with us. Instead, we can take this opportunity to make friends with Confucianism, get the support of Confucianism, and even use the power of Confucianism to eliminate it. Zhang Jingxiu. But this happens, there are also drawbacks..."

Li Daoxu said, "The disadvantage is that the Taoist sect will not be in harmony for a day, and they will not be the opponent of the Confucian sect for a day. Even if we can take this opportunity to make friends with Confucian sect, we can talk about whether it is a kneeling relationship, whether it is a life, death, honor and disgrace. In the hands of Confucian Sect. So what if Zhang Jingxiu is destroyed? It’s not just a clam and crane fight, but the fisherman is profitable. In a nutshell, this is a strategy for the differentiation of Confucian Sect.”

Master Li said, "That's right. Now the people in the Confucian sect have figured it out. Over the years, the Taoist sect has become increasingly powerful and has threatened the Confucian sect. How can life and death be controlled by others? People in the Confucian sect cannot trust Zhang Jingxiu, but they cannot trust them. We, only when we and Zhang Jingxiu have become useless people, will they give up. But they don’t want to go to war directly with the Taoist sect. After all, it’s been too peaceful and I cherish my life, so they want to divide and govern it, and then press forward step by step. As long as we give in, we will give in. We will give in step by step, it is like cutting flesh and bleeding a little bit. When we are forced into a desperate situation and want to fight to the death, we find that we have no strength anymore, so we will turn back to the previous situation where the Confucian family dominates."

Li Daoxue sighed, "Today, we will cut five cities, tomorrow, we will be able to sleep peacefully. We will look at the four realms, and the Qin soldiers will arrive again. However, the land of the princes is limited, and the desire of the tyrannical Qin is endless, so I will worship it. The more complicated it is, the more urgent it will be. Therefore, the strength and weakness will be judged without fighting. As for subversion, the principle is appropriate. The ancients said: "When the land serves Qin, we still hold firewood to put out fires. The fire cannot be exhausted, and the fire cannot be extinguished." 'This is what I say."

Master Li shouted, "What my senior brother said is very true."

Then the two fell into silence.

Things in the world are always dilemma. If you don’t discuss peace, the Confucians benefit from peace and discussion, but you are unwilling to accept it. After all, in this battle between the north and the south, Li Daoxu is the one who has the advantage. Although Li Daoxu was the one who benefited the most after the peace talks, one of the three masters was still much worse than the masters.

This decision requires Li Daoxu to make it himself, which is also Li Xuandu’s main purpose for coming to meet Li Daoxu.

Master Li looked at his silent senior brother, hesitated for a moment, and said softly, "Senior brother, there is another thing..."

Li Daoxu seemed to have expected it and only answered one word, "Say."

Seeing this, Master Li knew that his senior brother had a good idea and no longer cared about anything. He said, "Shangguan Wan went to see the third lady, and the third lady met the sect leader again. The sect leader sent someone to see me this afternoon."

Li Daoxu closed his eyes again, "Don't be so complicated, just say, what conditions have been made on the Confucian side."

"Yes." Li Daoshi suppressed his shock, "Senior brother expected that it was right. Shangguan Guan Wan was a representative of the Confucian scholar to negotiate terms, but she had not yet mentioned the specific conditions, and she would only be willing to speak after seeing her senior brother."

Li Daoxu was silent.

Mr. Li did not dare to speak rashly, so he could only remain silent.

After about half a stick of incense, Li Daoxu said, "Go and tell her. If she doesn't want to say it, then don't say it. I will meet my disciple tomorrow, just to reminisce about the past, and at the same time, I will also meet us Li. My wife, I will formally discuss peace talks with Zifu the day after tomorrow.”

Master Li was shocked. He understood Li Daoxue's intentions and stopped stating, "Those Confucian hermits are used to being arrogant. It seems that if a tiger Zen master died, they still cannot be alerted. They insist on dying more. I realized that the world has changed now. Since I am asking for help, I should look like I am asking for help, so I can't act like a lobbyist. The senior brother gave them a day to consider, which is enough, but the sect leader's side …”

Li Daoxu said lightly: "What's wrong with Mingxin? Are you feeling wronged?"

"The Sect Master is not so meaningful." Li Daoshi was shocked and hurriedly said, "It's just that the Sect Master is worried that the Fourth...the Purple Mansion will make things difficult for him. After all, you know that there are old grudges between the Third and the Fourth. It has not been resolved for so many years. Now the Zi Mansion is backed by the Qin family, and there are Zhang Jingxiu and Bai Xiushang. As for Mr. II, not to mention, the Zi Mansion is in power and full of energy. Mingxin is worried that the Zi Mansion will take advantage of this time. The reason for peace talks is not what he is looking for."

Li Daoxu said, "It's very simple to ask me to come forward to suppress the Zi Mansion. As long as it doesn't involve the family, country and the world, Zi Mansion is still a filial son and willing to listen to my teachings. But I can take care of Mingxin for a while, but I can't take care of him for a lifetime. If you have good fortune in children and grandchildren, don’t be a horse or a cow for your children and grandchildren. You go back and tell Mingxin that when Zifu left Qingwei Sect alone, there was no master to support him, but he achieved his fame today. Do he, the elder brother, have to admit himself? It’s better to this brother. If he admits, he will immediately resign as the sect leader, and then I will send him to Fenglin Prefecture. There will be no wealth or great honor, and there will be peace in my lifetime."

Li Daoxu's tone was plain, but the content of the words was extremely strict. Master Li did not dare to defend Li Yuanying and responded respectfully: "Yes."