When Li Xian heard that Xuanzang sincerely advised him to become a monk, he couldn't help but laugh and cry. He didn't travel here to become a monk, so he smiled apologetically and said, "Thank you Master for your kind intention, but this disciple dare not do this."
Agreed, from the disciple's point of view, everyone who comes to this realm has his or her own mission, or in Buddhist terms, has his or her own retribution, just like Master, my mission in the Tang Dynasty is to translate Buddhist scriptures
, I have a destiny to promote Buddhism and salvation, and since my disciples have come to our country, the Tang Dynasty, through destiny, their mission is to exterminate the dancing demons, clarify the jade world, and make our country, the Tang Dynasty, stable and prosperous, and enjoy peace forever."
I saw Xuanzang sighing softly, and then slowly said: "As expected, the layman is not someone who can be moved by words. But as a result, the poor people in the world will be in trouble from now on, and there will be countless people who have suffered the disaster of swords and weapons."
? I have something to say, and I hope the lay people will adopt it. If this is done, millions of people can be saved, the sins of the lay people can also be reduced a lot, and the common people can almost avoid the suffering of reincarnation in the three evil realms."
"I wonder what the master said? As long as the disciple can do it, he will spare no effort." Li Xian originally didn't believe in the so-called fate and the afterlife, but after meeting Xuanzang today, he also became awed by the theory of cause and effect. If
If he can achieve his goals and alleviate his sins, why wouldn't he do it?
But Xuanzang said a few words softly: "If you have to spare others, why bother to spare them? Yixia and Xia are equal, and they should kill less. Cause and effect will be rewarded, and it is true. If you act arbitrarily, you will fall into the evil path."
Hearing this, Li Xian thought silently for a moment and felt that Master Xuanzang had indeed seen through his heart. He couldn't help but admire him, and then nodded and said: "Master, please rest assured that I will definitely do my best, but this is the only guarantee I can make, because
Sometimes, failure to eradicate evil will inevitably lead to disaster for good people."
"That can only be like this. I wonder what the layman wants me to do?" Xuanzang naturally understood the meaning of Li Xian's words, but he also knew that persuading him would be useless, so he had no choice but to ask.
"There are too many things involved, what can the disciples care about? Everything depends on the master." Li Xian knew that Xuanzang had basically approved his approach, so he climbed up the ladder and directly called him master. As for the specific details
Since he didn't know much about the intricate relationships here, how could he have any brilliant insights? Naturally, he kicked the ball to Xuanzang.
Unexpectedly, Xuanzang sighed softly and said slowly: "The situation is complicated now. The Holy Emperor wants to get the geographical connections, customs and customs of various countries in the Western Regions from Lao Monk in order to expand the territory; while the Queen wants to use Lao Monk to win over my Buddhist sect.
, the plan is definitely not small; if laymen are added to the mix, I have been entangled in the three forces, and the sufferings involved are indescribable. Therefore, I will never give any help to the lay people in the open, so that I, the Buddhist disciples, will not be implicated.
, but if the layman helps the lao monk escape from the worldly world and engages in Dharma to make friends with Buddhist disciples, the lao kong will just pretend that he does not know. Otherwise, the lao kong will not provide any help to the layman."
Li Xian really didn't expect that although Xuanzang was just a monk, he could grasp the current situation so accurately. He could see Gaozong, Empress Wu and his intentions at a glance. Although he stated that he was neutral, what he just said was also a warning to him.
At the same time, I was secretly grateful in my heart, and also thinking about how to make the most of Xuanzang's signature.
Of course, on the surface, Li Xian still happily agreed to the other party. He gave a respectful salute and then said: "This matter is natural. Master, don't worry. The disciple will never expose the master. Otherwise,
In addition, the disciple will give an explanation to the master in a short period of time and ask the Holy Spirit to issue an edict to allow the master to go to Shaolin Temple."
At this time, Xuanzang's voice suddenly became louder, and he recited sutras and mantras in a low voice: "Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, who has been practicing deep Prajna and Prajna Tantra for a long time, saw that the five aggregates are empty, and can survive all hardships... What Lao Na said
The volume of the Prajnaparamita Heart Sutra taught by me was a life-saving sutra and mantra when I first traveled to the West to obtain sutras. If you recite it often, you will receive great blessings. I have been teaching it for a long time today. I wonder how much you have remembered?"
What a smart man Li Xian is? When he saw Xuanzang's expression was different, he naturally knew that someone was eavesdropping. He immediately followed Xuanzang's words and recited softly: "Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva... Bodhisattva Boha."
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Li Xian's recitation naturally made Xuanzang very satisfied, and this satisfaction was definitely not pretended, because only the master and the disciple knew that Xuanzang only recited the mantra once, and Li Xian was very satisfied.
It was obvious that he could recite it without any mistakes. This kind of qualification really made Xuanzang develop a love for talents.
"It's just a pity that he is unwilling to accept my advice and sincerely practice Buddhism. Otherwise, there will definitely be an eminent monk in our Buddhist sect whose achievements are not inferior to mine."
Although there was quite a turmoil in his heart, Xuanzang was extremely calm on the surface, and he pretended to be happy, praising Li Xian for his extraordinary intelligence, and admonishing Li Xian to guard against arrogance and impetuosity.
Naturally, Li Xian accepted this half-truth and half-false advice, which seemed to be false but was actually true. After thanking Xuanzang and listening to Xuanzang expounding the Dharma, Li Xian then spoke to Xuanzang.
At Zang's signal, he made a speech and left.
Not long after Li Xian left, a shadow swept out from the palace where he was and quickly came to the dormitory where Empress Wu was.
"See Your Highness the Queen." The dark figure came to Empress Wu and saluted respectfully.
"Forgive me, Lin Cheng. Let's talk about what happened tonight." Empress Wu raised her arm and said calmly.
The man named Lin Cheng listened to Empress Wu's instructions and quickly bowed and responded: "No, tonight Qi Lang did meet Master Xuanzang alone. The two of them talked over a cup of tea. In just this cup of tea, Qi Lang actually
I remember the Polo Heart Sutra, which is a volume of more than 260 words, word for word."
"What is the Prajna Heart Sutra? Is it the Prajna Paramita Heart Sutra? Well, this boy can recite this sutra in just a short cup of tea. This talent is considered excellent." Empress Wu once said at the time.
Having become a monk at Ganye Temple, I am no stranger to Buddhist scriptures, especially the Prajnaparamita Heart Sutra spread from the Buddhist leader Master Xuanzang. Naturally, I recite it tirelessly. Today, I heard about Li Xian's power and couldn't help but feel...
joy.
When Lin Cheng saw Empress Wu's joy, he couldn't help but feel relieved, and continued with Empress Wu's words: "What Her Royal Highness the Queen said is absolutely true. Qi Lang is indeed extremely intelligent, and is not even a little bit better than Prince Lu..."
"Shut up." Before Lin Cheng could finish his sentence, he was interrupted by Empress Wu, who then shouted displeasedly: "You dare to comment on the merits of princes? How many heads do you have? Hmm?"
Although Lin Cheng knew that the other party did not like King Lu Li Xian very much, when he heard that Empress Wu was so serious, he could not help but feel frightened. He broke into a cold sweat, his legs went weak, and he quickly knelt down on the ground and tremblingly apologized: "Your Highness, please forgive me."
It is my fault that I have made a mistake, and I would like to ask the empress to spare my life for the sake of my loyalty over the years. In the future, I will definitely tie a grass ring around my head to repay the empress for her kindness."
But she saw that Empress Wu's face softened slightly, snorted, and said seriously: "Well, considering your hard work for many years, I will spare you today. If there is a next time, I will never forgive you lightly. However, the death penalty can be avoided, and the living penalty can be avoided."
It’s hard to forgive. You must serve the King of Zhou wholeheartedly in the future and must gain his absolute trust. Do you understand what will happen next?”
"The general understands, please rest assured, my queen, the general will definitely fulfill his mission." Lin Cheng saw that Empress Wu had nothing else to explain, so he bid farewell to Empress Wu. He did not dare to wipe her hands quietly with his sleeves until he exited the palace gate.
Wipe the cold sweat from your face.
The next day, Li Xian followed Empress Wu's car back to Chang'an. Not long after he arrived at the palace, he heard his maid Chun Yan say: "Alang has come back just in time. I heard the official Dian said that the emperor is now discussing to go to the east capital.
When the time comes, if Alang goes with you, don't forget to take your slave with you."
"Huh?" After hearing Chunyan's words, Li Xian suddenly felt a burst of ecstasy. This was really a case of someone giving steamed buns when he was hungry, and pillows when he was sleepy. Li Xian was thinking about how he should persuade Gaozong to agree to Xuanzang's trip to Shaolin Temple.
, Coco’s now has an opportunity, isn’t this a joy that comes from heaven?
However, Li Xian did not get carried away. He later confirmed the authenticity of the news to Empress Wu, and then he found out that it was Empress Wu who dreamed about the late Empress Wang and Concubine Xiao Shu, and was so frightened that she encouraged Gaozong to go on a tour to the Eastern Capital.
Li Xian was naturally overjoyed when he heard the news, but he was not Meng Lang's generation. He thought over the plan in his heart again and again until there were no loopholes, and then decided to act according to the plan.
Since Li Xian had made up his mind, he naturally had to make adequate preparations. He kept making sure that Xuanzang's petition was delivered to Emperor Gaozong, and then he hurriedly went to the palace to see Emperor Gaozong Wu and persuaded them to agree that Xuanzang should go to Shaolin Temple to translate scriptures.
.This time, even Li Xian did not expect that Xuanzang’s repeated requests and repeated rejections were just a matter of one sentence. In fact, upon closer inspection, the reason here is very simple, because Li Xian was under Gaozong
He promised to obtain information from Xuanzang on the customs, transportation and geography of the countries in the Western Regions. Naturally, Gaozong appreciated this move.
In front of Empress Wu, he naturally made some sweet words, saying that it was for the convenience of Xuanzang to teach Buddhism and to pray for Empress Wu. After the previous test in Yuhua Palace, Empress Wu's last doubts about Li Xian were gone.
She gave it up completely, so she had no doubts about Li Xian's sincerity. What's more, she also sent an informant to follow her all the time, so she was not afraid that Li Xian could get his wings and fly to the sky. In fact, the most important thing is, what Empress Wu thought, at Li Xian's young age,
He has always been favored by her, so how could he have such scheming thoughts to build his own power?
It is precisely because of the above that Empress Wu was so cunning that she was plotted by Li Xian. From then on, this six-year-old child began to escape from her control little by little and gradually embarked on a path that she absolutely did not want to see.