Daoran never despises the emperor who seeks immortality, because this is an inevitable choice of human nature.

You already have the world at your fingertips, what else do you want to pursue in life if you don’t seek immortality?

They have never read Marxism-Leninism.

Therefore, it is better to block than to block. If the emperor wants to live forever, we should try our best to help him live forever. The imperial master can help the emperor live forever by refining elixirs, and Daoran also has Buddhist methods that can help people live longer.

If nothing else, listen to Bodhi Pure Heart Song twice a day to ensure a long life.

As for whether he can borrow another five hundred years from heaven, that will be decided at that time. Daoran only needs to use some Buddhist means to gain the emperor's support, and then find a way to kill the imperial master.

After this cancer is resolved, Daoran can resign, or introduce the emperor to Fahai. As long as he enters the door of spiritual practice, it is not a big problem to live for two or three hundred years.

Daoran stayed in the government office for a few days, mainly to inquire with Nie Zhengyan about the distribution of various forces in the capital.

In the current imperial court, not counting the royal power represented by the emperor, there are only three main powers.

There are the civil service forces headed by Nie Zhengyan's teacher Pang Taishi, the military forces headed by General Yang Ye, and the last one is the Chongyang Taoist force headed by the National Master Qiansu Zhenren.

On the surface, civil servants controlled all administrative work of the court, and almost all decrees required the seal and approval of several ministers of Zhongshu Province before they could be implemented.

However, the Chongyang Temple of the Imperial Master Qiansu Zhenren was completely separated from the control of the civil official group and was almost a small independent kingdom. The Chongyang Temple appointed by the emperor was based on the rules of the sect set by Qiansu Zhenren and was not affected by the imperial decree.

This is simply a country within a country. Although it is limited to the Taoist temple, in this place, Qiansu Zhenren is the emperor.

Even if you are a rebel, as long as you go to Chongyang Temple and Qiansu Zhenren is willing to protect him, the court will have no choice but to rebel first and overthrow the current emperor.

As for the military general group, they basically ignored the struggle between the civilian group and the Chongyang Temple. General Yang only obeyed the emperor's orders and focused on defending the border.

As long as the state counselors and civil servants did not give advice to the generals, General Yang would not speak at all and would only act as a listener in court.

Daoran remembered a few important names mentioned by Nie Zhengyan. If he wanted to go to Beijing to become the two national advisors, he had to find a way to get through these people. Otherwise, he would not even be able to see the emperor, so how could he become an imperial advisor?

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Daoran felt a little unfamiliar after not engaging in these intrigues for many years.

Speaking of which, he was not very good at this method in his previous life. He was just more cautious, more polite, and more diligent than others. When he finally looked around, everyone in the same period had been left far behind him.

Being versatile and capable, if you add the two together, as long as you are not so unlucky that you feel like you have been punished by God, you can basically get ahead.

In both aspects, Daoran is quite confident.

Daoran did not stay in Hangzhou for too long and quickly packed his bags and prepared to go to the capital.

From Hangzhou to Beijing, it is really a thousand miles away.

Daoran needs to cross three state capitals to reach Daoran.

Even with Daoran's pace, it would probably take more than half a month.

Daoran was not in a hurry. Even if he flew to the capital now, it would be meaningless. If he wanted to become a national master, he not only needed connections with the big guys in the capital, but also needed fame.

If an unknown soldier wants to become a national advisor, it will be useless even if he gives tens of thousands of taels of gold to Grand Master Pang, because it is simply impossible.

But if Daoran was already famous all over the world before arriving in the capital, then the recommendation would be a matter of course.

Therefore, paving the way is very important.

Daoran was on his way to Beijing. Rushing was the second priority, but gaining fame was the key.

The people of Hangzhou are already very aware of Daoran's abilities, and every household is praising the holy monk's reputation. Hangzhou is also a prosperous place, with many merchants coming and going, so Daoran's reputation has spread to nearby Suzhou.

Daoran's next goal is Suzhou.

Because he heard that Suzhou will hold a martial arts conference in a few days. This kind of excitement is very suitable for him to brush up the reputation of the holy monk.

Moreover, after traveling for so long, he has never seen what the martial arts world in this world is like.

After packing his luggage, Daoran took Shenxiu out with him.

Although this monk who is very good at thinking is a bit shameless, as a disciple, he still does it very thoughtfully.

When Daoran was hungry, Shenxiu came back from Sanzanglou with a packed meal; when Daoran wanted to go out, Shenxiu took the initiative to carry the luggage; when Daoran wanted to go to Suzhou, Shenxiu had already contacted the caravan and could get there by carriage.

Apart from being a bit silly, this monk is really a good disciple.

Daoran is the kind of character who can enjoy things without any difficulty. With such a hard-working and uncomplaining disciple by his side, he really can't find any reason to refuse.

Although there is no name of master and disciple, Daoran actually accepted Shenxiu as his disciple.

Anyway, he can think about it as much as he likes. It would be a good story if Daoran learns to be crooked and returns to secular life with his teacher.

Just when Daoran was about to leave Hangzhou, an uninvited guest appeared, which surprised Daoran.

A pretty and lovely girl in green stood in front of Dao Ran and said sincerely: "Master Dao Ran, thank you for your life-saving grace."

"You...are you Xiaoqing's donor?" Daoran asked a little uncertainly.

At that time, it was just a glimpse. I was just looking at Bai Bai to see how old he was. I really didn’t pay much attention to his appearance. After putting on his clothes, Daoran really didn’t recognize him.

"I didn't expect the Master to recognize me. Just call me Xiaoqing." The girl said calmly and generously.

"Miss Xiaoqing suddenly came to the door, what's the matter?" Daoran asked curiously.

"I want to follow the Master to repay his life-saving grace." Xiao Qing said firmly.

"I heard from Miss Bai that you probably only have ten years left to live. Why don't you seize the time to practice? Maybe there is still a glimmer of hope."

Xiaoqing shook her head and said: "It's useless. I don't understand the human cultivation method. My sister said that she would help me go to Yaochi to ask for a cultivation method, but I don't know if I can get it. Instead of waiting in the mountains, why not take advantage of me while I'm still here?"

Live and experience what it's like to be a human being, otherwise the suffering of this catastrophe of transformation will be wasted."

"Then there's no need to endure hardships with the young monk. Miss Xiaoqing can enjoy life." Dao Ran suggested.

Although having a beautiful girl around is pleasing to the eye, and can enhance the relationship with Bai Suzhen through Xiaoqing, Xiaoqing only has ten years to live, and Daoran asks himself that he cannot deceive Xiaoqing as a tool.

"I have never been a human being, and I don't know what people can enjoy. Xiaoying was once my sister, but she still betrayed me and almost killed me. In this world, besides Sister Bai, there is only Master Daoran

You are worthy of trust. I want to ask the Master to take me with me and teach me what it is like to be a human being. I want to know what Xiaoying is pursuing so hard that it is worth betraying our relationship." Xiao Qing said sadly.

Shenxiu stood aside, although he did not speak, he frowned tightly.

It is really against the rules and regulations for a monk to mix with a woman, and since this is a female monster, he should be kept at a distance.

"Master is a virtuous and eminent monk. He should understand this truth and will definitely reject it, right?"

Just as Shenxiu was thinking this, he heard Daoran say: "In that case, the young monk will go with Miss Xiaoqing for the time being."

Xiaoqing showed a grateful smile and said to Daoran: "Thank you Master, I will go and report the matter to my sister first, and I will be back soon."

After that, Xiaoqing picked up her skirt and ran away.

Daoran couldn't help but laugh, his actions looked like a naughty kid rushing home for dinner.

When Shenxiu saw Xiaoqing leaving, he finally couldn't help but ask: "Master, how can a monk mix with a woman? This is against the commandments, not to mention, she is a female monster."

Daoran turned his head and said to Shenxiu: "Isn't this just for you?"

"Amitabha, my disciple is confused, please ask the master to clarify my confusion." Shenxiu said respectfully with his hands clasped together.

"Have you forgotten that during the Dharma Conference, I told you that a bronze mirror can be a teacher. If an object is placed in front of the mirror, its image will appear in detail; if you move the object elsewhere, the bronze mirror will not be stained by dust. You said at that time,

This is the principle that things should come as they come, and the past should not be left behind.

"But now, Miss Xiaoqing has left, but you still have her shadow in your heart, and you are even worried about her. Shenxiu, your practice is far from enough. I kept Miss Xiaoqing to help you practice, and I will wait for you

When you can take things as they come and forget them as they pass, you will be able to understand the realm of 'form is emptiness, emptiness is form'."

After hearing this, Shenxiu felt suddenly enlightened. Looking at Daoran's expression, he was really as solemn as the Buddha.

"Master, my disciple has learned a lesson." Shenxiu said piously.

[...your spell +1]

When Daoran saw the prompt, he also showed a kind smile. This Shenxiu monk is really useful for improving attributes.

I just changed my shift, so the update is late, sorry
Chapter completed!