A few days later, as the Uncensored Conference approached, the city of Shangjing became even more lively. The flow of people from outside increased, and they may not necessarily believe in Buddhism, but just wanted to see the prosperity.

Those traders also seized the business opportunities and made more money than usual.

The sun was rising warmly in the sky, and Guan Ning was strolling around the downtown with three beauties who each had their own merits.

I had agreed to Xue Yao's invitation a few days ago, and it just so happened that today Princess Xuanning was also in the mood for some reason.

It was rare that she wanted to go out, so Guan Ning took her out.

Xuanning wore a yellow-brown embroidered soft satin brocade, which was elegant yet gorgeous. Her eyes looked left and right like autumn water, but she seemed to be embarrassed and uneasy in the face of the huge flow of people. Her white and tender hands kept holding Guan Ning's.

Sleeves.

This is caused by not seeing anyone for a long time.

Guan Ning held her hand in return, making her blush and nervously want to pull out, but failed.

He looked around again, with a slight smile on his delicate lips.

On the other side is Xue Yao, who is wearing a tight black skirt. Her good figure is highlighted and her appearance is charming, but her pouted mouth shows her bad mood.

Guan Ning knew why she was angry.

I asked him several times to go shopping, but he always said he had something to do to avoid it, but Xu Ning agreed as soon as he asked.

"Don't be angry, I'll buy you something delicious later, okay?"

Guan Ning is like coaxing a child.

"Really? I want lots and lots of delicious food."

Xue Yao's beautiful eyes were shining brightly.

"Um."

"OK."

Xue Yao immediately stopped being angry, jumping up and down, looking around curiously.

Guan Ning shook his head.

During this period of getting along, he discovered a magical attribute of Xue Yao. In fact, she was a foodie.

However, this seems to be a common characteristic of beautiful women, but it is infinitely magnified in her body.

When Guan Ning has free time, he will often cook some fresh food, such as barbecue hot pot, etc. These are of the right taste.

He suspected that Xue Yao was staying here just to eat and drink.

But there is another special thing about her. No matter how much she eats, she will not gain weight, which makes you angry or not.

"Sister Jin Yue, please accompany me to buy candied haws."

She pulled Jin Yue and looked cheerful.

One handsome guy and three beauties walking down the street can turn heads quite a lot.

The carriages passing by, the salesmen carrying goods, the passers-by in a hurry, the rows of shops, and the constant shouts of hawkers... constitute a picture of an ancient market.

"Look, there's a bald head there."

Xue Yao shouted in surprise as if she had discovered a new world.

"Don't scream, that's a monk."

Jin Yue spoke.

Emperor Longjing promoted Buddhism, which made the status of monks and monks somewhat special.

"Isn't that the same thing?"

Xue Yao said hurriedly: "The monk also sets up a stall to sell things. Let's go and have a look."

"Go and have a look."

Guan Ning also echoed his words.

Now that I'm out, I'll have a good time shopping and be as satisfied as possible.

The Uncensored Conference is approaching, and monks from other places are also coming to participate, and even people from other countries are coming.

Everyone's head is shining brightly.

The stall owner was a monk. He placed Buddhist books, scriptures, prayer beads, gems, Buddhist incense and other items on the ground.

It can be said to be quite comprehensive.

"Donors, if you need anything, these are all blessed. It is quite efficacious to carry them with you or put them at home."

The monk must be in his early thirties, and he is articulate and seems to be a businessman who is used to doing business.

At first glance, he looks like a fake monk. He must have shaved his head and worn cassocks to make it easier to sell things.

"You can take a look, these are all from Hanshan Temple."

He continued talking.

Looking at these people dressed in rich and beautiful clothes, they must be rich people.

"Hanshan Temple?"

Guan Ning shook his head, and with a casual glance, he saw a bowl on the stall with red beans in it. These were red beans.

He suddenly remembered that Mo Xuan had told him that each of the six mummies found had a red bean in their mouth.

"What does selling red beans mean?"

He asked curiously: "Are red beans also related to Buddhist supplies?"

"Of course."

The stall owner explained: "Red beans are the fruit of ten offerings, symbolizing the fruit of Buddha."

"I have it in a bag here, you can hang it on your body..."

"You answer me a question and I will buy it."

"OK."

Guan Ning asked again: "I heard that when someone dies, he will put red beans in his mouth. What does this mean?"

"It's a kind of transcendence."

The monk who owned the stall explained: "Red beans symbolize the fruit of Buddha. They are placed in the mouth after death, which means that after death, you can transcend and achieve righteousness."

Hear the words.

Guan Ning frowned.

“Are only those who believe in Buddhism do this?”

"Um."

The stall owner further explained: "Not everyone can place it. Generally, only people with special status will do this, which is similar to some kind of special contribution."

"Thanks for clearing up the confusion."

Guan Ning bought something casually as a thank you.

This is an important clue.

But he was confused.

The birth dates of the deceased are all concentrated on the Sanyuan Festival. This is obviously related to Taoism, but why does it involve something from Buddhism?

He probably figured out an idea.

Could it be that these young girls are used for some kind of sacrifice?

Obviously this is not a random crime, but a selective one, but one thing is certain, there must be a religious background or a cult background...

"Let's go to Hanshan Temple."

At this time, Xue Yao said: "The venue for the Uncensored Conference is Hanshan Temple, and it will definitely be more lively there."

"What about you? Do you want to go?"

Guan Ning asked Princess Xuan Ning back.

She nodded.

"Okay, let's go then."

Guan Ning was actually also interested. If the case of the six mummies was really related to Buddhism, then going to Hanshan Temple would undoubtedly provide the most useful clues.

Hanshan Temple was originally a very ordinary temple outside Shangjing City. After Emperor Longjing succeeded to the throne, he promoted Buddhism. After several repairs, it was designated as a national temple. Its incense quickly became more popular and its status rose sharply.

When Guan Ning went to Deng's house for a banquet, he asked Butler Wu to ask for the bell from Hanshan Temple.

Just the small wall clock placed in front of the Buddhist hall is extremely expensive, and you need to donate incense money to get it.

If you go too late, you won't be able to ask for anything.

One can imagine.
To be continued...