Chapter 26: Turning the crisis into a song

The moonlight was sultry, and Daoran came to the Moon Pavilion of Sanzang Building with a simple lyre in his arms.

As mentioned earlier, Sanzang Tower is as big as a manor, with various pavilions and pavilions inside. The Moon Pavilion, facing the West Lake to the south, is the quietest one.

But precisely because of the good environment, when Daoran came here, there were quite a few people in Lanyue Pavilion, and most of them were either rich or noble.

Seeing Daoran appear holding the guqin, many people looked over curiously.

Inexplicably, I had the same expectation in my heart. What would it look like for such a handsome little monk to play the piano?

Gongsun Ce is also one of them. He took the harp from home and it is an ancient relic. But facing the revenge of Lingyin Temple, what use is a harp?

Although Gongsun Ce wanted to help Daoran, there were some things he couldn't say too clearly. If you want to arrest someone in Hangzhou, why should you worry about the severity of the crime? What really makes Gongsun Ce have concerns about Lingyin Temple is

The current prefect of Hangzhou.

Zen Master Daoji of Lingyin Temple had a life-saving grace for the Hangzhou magistrate and his family, so Lingyin Temple seemed unscrupulous.

The background of Lingyin Temple is so powerful that Gongsun Ce can only guarantee that he will not be imprisoned and beheaded. But even so, how can Dao Ran fight against Lingyin Temple alone?

Thinking of this, Gongsun Ce couldn't help but turn around and glanced at the corner of Lanyue Pavilion.

An old monk who was over fifty years old sat upright and looked at Daoran, his scrutinizing eyes carrying barely concealed hostility.

This is the first Taoist monk of the Luohan Hall of Lingyin Temple. He is a fellow disciple with the abbot of Lingyin Temple. He can be regarded as the second-ranking figure in Lingyin Temple.

Monk Daoling may not be as good as Shenxiu in the study of Buddhism, but his martial arts skills are considered to be superb, and he is a first-rate master in the world.

After the sun went down, he came to Sanzang Tower. After inquiring about Dao Ran, Monk Daoling made no other moves and didn't know what he was planning.

Monk Dao Ling watched Dao Ran walking past him. Even though he was hostile to Dao Ran, he had to admit that this little monk's appearance was indeed otherworldly.

Monk Daoling thought solemnly: "I thought Shenxiu was already a rare handsome man, but I didn't expect there was someone more handsome than him. If this young monk participates in the Dharma Conference, just by showing up, he will have a three-point chance of winning."

Although it is said in the Buddhist scriptures that form is emptiness and color, mortals are always most affected by form. It has been a truth since ancient times that the three concepts follow the five senses. Even when you are an official, you must pay attention to the beauty of your appearance. If you are too ugly, you will not be able to be an official.

Lingyin Temple is going to recommend a new "divine monk". If Shenxiu is outshone by Daoran in terms of appearance, then the Dharma discussion will have an overwhelming victory. Otherwise, how can he be regarded as a "divine monk" by everyone?

But in terms of law, Shenxiu seems to have already lost one game and was almost trapped by his inner demons. If there was another fair duel, Shenxiu's chances of winning would be very small.

Monk Daoling made a decision, even if it was to force him, Dao Ran would never be allowed to participate in the Dharma discussion conference.

This kind of thought is almost written on Monk Daoling's face, with an expression of "I won't pretend anymore".

Gongsun Ce sighed and thought: "Master Daoran, what clever plan do you have? If you don't use it, I'm afraid it will be too late."

Dao Ran seemed not to feel any hostility from Monk Daoling, and walked to the highest point of Lan Yue Pavilion, leaning on the railing and looking into the distance for a moment, as if he was carefully appreciating the beautiful scenery of the West Lake under the moon.

After waiting for a while, he set up the guqin.

The fingertips stroked the strings, and the crisp sound flowed out like a clear spring.

The sound of the piano seemed to be clearer than the moonlight, and everyone couldn't help but be immersed in it.

Gongsun Ce, who was originally very worried, also felt calmer. This divine monk would indeed not disappoint. This piano is said to have the sound of nature.

After a short song, everyone in Lanyue Pavilion was amazed.

Those who can appreciate the moon over the West Lake from the Moon Pavilion are either monks or people of high status, and there are naturally many people who know something about the music. But after whispering, no one among them knew the name of the music.

This song is not only light and sweet, but it is also a new song that I have never heard before.

Although it cannot be said to be a famous song that has been passed down through the ages, it can definitely be said to be of high quality and a rare and good song.

Could it be said that the young monk composed the music himself?

Everyone began to inquire about Dao Ran, and before long, everyone in Lanyue Pavilion knew that this young monk came from Jinshan Temple in Yongzhou, and also found out that he was called a holy monk by passers-by outside Hangzhou.

Monk Dao Ling was not happy when he heard this. The more famous this little monk became, the more serious the consequences would be if he hurt someone.

"No, you can't do it in public. I have to be patient and wait until he is alone and deal with it quietly."

Monk Dao Ling didn't want to listen to people's praises for Dao Ran anymore, so he stood up and left Lan Yue Pavilion.

Gongsun Ce immediately noticed the departure of Monk Daoling, and secretly said "Awesome" in his heart.

In Gongsun Ce's opinion, all of this was part of Dao Ran's calculations.

Daoran knew that Lingyin Temple was going to be detrimental to him, so he deliberately showed his extraordinary piano skills in Lanyue Pavilion and became famous with this new song, so that the people in Lingyin Temple did not dare to act rashly.

Gongsun Ce admired in his heart: "It's true that a master of arts is brave. He is so confident in his piano skills that he resolved the crisis with just one piece of music. The holy monk's behavior is indeed extraordinary."

However, Dao Ran, who was praised by everyone, did not feel proud, but was a little disappointed.

Because, his plan failed.

The purpose of holding the Moon Pavilion and playing the piano this time was not to scare away Lingyin Temple. He didn't take Lingyin Temple to heart at all.

Asking Gongsun Ce to borrow the piano has nothing to do with Lingyin Temple.

Daoran's plan is to play the harp in the quiet place of Lan Yue Pavilion, and use the sound of the harp as a sacrifice to summon the Gandharvas from the Eight Tribes of Heaven and Dragon.

It is said that people who have committed the most heinous crimes will cry bitterly and wake up to the music played by the Gandharvas, and then become Buddhas immediately.

Since the Rebirth Mantra could not save Ma San, Daoran wanted to try the Gandharva's celestial music.

It is not easy to accurately summon a certain type of Tianlongbabu, but after going down the mountain, he brushed up a bunch of attributes of piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, and tried his skills at Lanruo Temple. Daoran found that his piano skills were already in the hall, and he might be able to perform as a performer.

Eat a full stomach.

At this level, he can already re-interpret the famous songs in his memory. Maybe he can't do it exactly, but he will definitely not lose the subtlety.

Based on the famous songs he had heard in his previous life and Daoran's ability to recite mantras, he was confident that he could summon the musicians used by the Buddha.

In order to increase the success rate, we also specially found an environment that Gandharvas like. The sound of the piano flows through the fingers, the mantra is silently recited in the heart, and the two tasks can be perfectly coordinated. Daoran admires himself.

However, he failed.

This song was resounding but received no response from the Gandharva.

Daoran thought for a while, if one song failed, then he would try another one.

This second piece is called Memories.
Chapter completed!