How high is Lin Lingsu's Taoism? This is actually a difficult question to answer. When the Taoist Emperor Zhao Ji met with Lin Lingsu, he once asked: "What skills does the Taoist master have?"
Lin Lingsu's answer was very mysterious: "The ministers above know the heavenly palace, the middle ones know the human world, and the lower ones know the underworld."
To be honest, in Ximen Qing's opinion, this sentence is just like farting, and it has no practical meaning at all.
But Zhao Ji was overjoyed. It was said that Lin Lingsu's appearance seemed to be the same as that of someone he had known before, so he gave him the title "Mr. Tongzhen Daling" and gave him a big gold medal, allowing Lin Lingsu to enter and exit the forbidden area at any time.
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And since the last time Lin Lingsu secretly refined the Five Stone Powder, the secret was almost revealed by Ximen Qing. In desperation, he set a fire and burned the Shangqing Baolu Palace to a terrible state. Zhao Ji simply ordered people to imprison him.
Shenxiao Yuqing Longevity Palace was built inside, which shows his favor and trust towards Lin Lingsu.
But the Imperial City Division has never stopped monitoring the Shenxiao Sect and Lin Lingsu.
With the experience of fighting Qiao Daoqing, in Ximen Qing's view, Lin Lingsu's Taoism may not be able to beat Qiao Daoqing, and even worse than Gongsun Sheng.
The last time he sent someone to defraud the Thunder God Stone, Ximen Qing still had fresh memories; as long as this thing was around, Lin Lingsu had no chance of winning.
As for how to expose Lin Lingsu, we can only take it one step at a time.
However, since Ximen Qing's duel with Qiao Daoqing, Thunder Stone seems to have a new function, that is, it can see through the opponent's mana flow and strength. This is Ximen Qing's confident trump card.
Lin Lingsu chose a good day. October 25th is an auspicious day, suitable for marriage, hairpins, sacrifices, prayers, seeking heirs, and fasting.
Although Ximen Qing didn't believe in these things, when he woke up in the morning, he saw that it was indeed a sunny day. The early winter sun shone warmly on people, but they didn't feel hot.
The opening ceremony of the palace is not about opening the gate on the spot, but about everyone gathering together and having a celebration.
Of course, King Zhao Kai ordered someone to send a list the day before, which was a bit like a program list. It allowed Ximen Qing to know in advance when to arrive, the dress requirements, when the ceremony would be held, the content of the ceremony, and so on.
As the envoy of Shenxiao Yuqing Wanshou Palace, Prince Jia Zhao Kai entered the palace early to prepare. The key is that Dao Lord and Emperor Zhao Ji will also attend the ceremony, so I cannot let me wait for my son.
The Crown Prince Zhao Huan does not believe in Taoism, but believes in Buddhism, so he simply did not appear on the list of people attending the ceremony.
Ximen Qing thought about it, Zhao Ji's father was really pathetic. He believed in Taoism, but most of his sons believed in Buddhism. In this way, Ximen Qing could understand why Zhao Ji secretly asked him to find ways to persuade King Zhao Kai to convert to Taoism.
The list specifically told everyone not to wear official uniforms, but to wear regular clothes; this was a kind of relaxation for Ximen Qing, so he simply put on an ordinary white robe under Pan Jinlian's service, and the outside was also of good quality.
Although the white fox fur is not as unique as the one that Mengchang gave to King Qin and later stole back, it is still very eye-catching.
Ximen Qing was good-looking, with a jade tree facing the wind, and a suave appearance. He was even more graceful when set off by the white fox fur, which made Xueer and other girls stare at him with eyes wide open, and Hua Yuerong clapped her hands in applause.
Just when Ximen Qing was feeling proud, the girls chewed on their ears for a while, and Pan Jinlian took the lead and said to Ximen Qing: "My master looks good in his clothes, don't forget to buy one for us sisters too."
Although the white fox fur is expensive, it is not a difficult task with Ximen Qing's current wealth. Pan Jinlian naturally agreed when he said it. The girls cheered and left many lip marks on Ximen Qing's face. Ximen Qing had no choice but to order someone to beat him.
Rinse with water and wash your face again.
This little incident actually made Ximen Qing feel more relaxed. He hummed a tune and got on the sedan chair, heading for Donghua Gate.
"Clang, clang, clang! clang, clang, clang!"
Lin Lingsu's fate will be reversed today at the hands of my brother!
When Ximen Qing got off the sedan from Donghua Gate, Huangmenguan had already come to greet him. After walking a few steps, a strong voice suddenly came from behind.
"Is that the envoy from the Ximen Imperial City in front of me?"
Ximen Qing was dumbfounded. King Zhao Kai had won this empty post for him, and it only took a few days. Ordinary officials would still greet him as "Ximen Fangguan".
Slightly surprised, Ximen Qing turned around and saw someone catching up behind him. He was tall and burly, wearing a purple uniform. His complexion was dark, and his skin and bones were as strong as iron. He was already over sixty years old, but his eyes were still bright and clear.
There was some sparse beard growing on his chin.
When Huang Menguan next to Ximen Qing saw this person, he hurriedly saluted: "I have met Tong Taiwei."
When Ximen Qing saw this person's appearance, he immediately remembered his name and saluted: "It turns out he is a Taiwei."
The man smiled and returned the greeting: "The envoy from the Imperial City is very polite. Are you here to watch the ceremony today?"
This person is none other than the famous Tong Guan in history.
It is said that Tong Guan is famous because he has repeatedly set records and can be said to be the first eunuch since ancient times.
According to Ximen Qingneng’s recollections:
The eunuch who held the army the longest since ancient times.
The eunuch with the greatest military power since ancient times.
The eunuch with the highest title since ancient times.
The first eunuch to represent the country on foreign missions since ancient times.
Of course, since ancient times, there is probably only one eunuch who has kept so many beards and has not yet had the consciousness to shave them off. Instead, he carefully preserved them.
However, Ximen Qing also knew that this Captain Tong was not as incompetent as described in the novel Water Margin. Hundreds of thousands of troops surrounded Liangshan, but he was killed and fled back to Bianliang alone. In fact, Tong Guan was deeply trusted by Zhao Ji and guarded the western border.
For many years, there were victories and defeats. Objectively speaking, it blocked the Xixia attack and did not surrender to the enemy and harm the country.
In fact, a few years later, Fang La rebelled, and it was Tong Taiwei who led his army to suppress it.
But the biggest problem in Tong Guan's life was his greed for power. When he fought with the Xixia people, he was greedy for power and advanced rashly. After the Maritime Alliance, the remaining defeated soldiers of the Liao army defended Yanjing and attacked with several times the number of troops and horses, but there was nothing they could do about it;
Tong Taiwei's last idea was to discuss with the Jin soldiers, and let the Jin army capture Yanjing, and then give the Jin people a million dollars to redeem Yanjing and wait for the empty city to come back, claiming that he was a hero in opening up the border.
This kind of trick can only be played once. After the Jin soldiers went south, Tong Guan also followed Song Huizong and had to escape. Once Zhao Huan came to the throne, he would be used to attack him to win over people's hearts.
But this guy shouldn't be guarding the defense line, so why did he suddenly appear in Bianliang?
Ximen Qing nodded slightly, and showed some surprise appropriately: "Exactly, why did the Taiwei also come to watch the ceremony?"
"How could a certain family not come to such an occasion?" Tong Guan laughed loudly and at the same time, he pinched something in his hand and handed it to Huang Menguan next to him: "Speaking of which, I would also like to thank the imperial envoy. If it weren't for Tian Hu, Bai Ying
Those rebels were wiped out in time, but if a certain family was attacked from both sides, it would not be so easy."
Ximen Qing's eyes were sharp, and Tong Guan actually sent a Jiaozi to the Huangmen official casually, and he knew that this guy was indeed a bit bold as rumored; the Huangmenguan may not be familiar with him, but he just bowed and got a Jiaozi.
; Looking at the official Huang Meng, he saluted Tong Guan with a lot of gratitude, but this guy just waved his hand, obviously he didn't take it to heart.
"Bai Ying must have exchanged news with Xixia. Maybe Xixia will make big moves in the near future." Ximen Qing reminded him and flattered him lightly: "There has been no peace in the west. There is a captain.
Guard and the officials will be safe!"
Tong Guan was obviously very pleased with this flattery. It really spoke to his heart, and he laughed loudly and said: "There is a kind of thing. With the presence of Er Liu, Xixia cannot make any big waves. As long as it is not attacked from the back and front, what does it matter? On the contrary,
It’s such a grand opening ceremony, it would be a pity not to come.”
Ximen Qing knew that the "one type, two Liu" mentioned by Tong Guan refers to Zhongshi Dao, Liu Fa, Liu Zhongwu and other three generals, all of whom were famous and feared by the Xixia people; and Tong Guan was just a mere one.
For the "Palace Opening Ceremony", he traveled all the way from the front line back to Bianliang to watch the ceremony. The reason is self-evident, because Zhao Ji attached great importance to this "Palace Opening Ceremony" and came here specifically to flatter him.
Ximen Qing nodded and said: "This kind of palace opening ceremony has been rare since ancient times. It would be a pity not to come."
This statement made Tong Guan laugh in agreement, and suddenly asked: "Is there a bitch in the Ximen Imperial City envoy?"
Ximen Qing was startled. This guy was too courageous. He had just gotten acquainted with him and suddenly started swearing. However, looking at Tong Guan's face, he was still smiling. The Huang gate official next to him looked as if nothing had happened, with a smile on his face.
Ximen Qing immediately knew that he had gone astray.
"This... naturally exists."
Ximen Qing responded casually, but suddenly realized that what this guy asked about was not "bitch" at all, but "counsel"!
This guy wanted to show how close he was to me, so he asked for his cousin's name so that he could address each other!
But speaking of it, how heavy is this guy’s accent!
"My official name is Qing, and my courtesy name is Chuixue."
Tong Guan's eyes lit up: "What a good cousin! What a good Chuixue!"
Ximen Qing's eyelids twitched and he thought to himself: "Tong Taiwei, Tong Taiwei, can we remove the word 'table'?"
Tong Guan had no idea that he had a heavy accent and had already made quite a joke. He laughed and said, "In this early winter season, it goes very well with the word Chuixuexiandi!"
"I don't dare, my subordinates."
Ximen Qing doesn't want to be called "good brother" or "good brother" by the sixty-year-old Tong Guan. Doesn't this make people look old?
"Why don't you dare!" Tong Guan said with a smile: "Besides the wise brother, who else can achieve such military exploits in the court now? My elder brother has a cousin named Daofu, and calling him by his cousin makes it look like we are affectionate.
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"I'd better call you Tong Taiwei." Ximen Qing still had a smile on his face, but he even wanted to use the Five Thunders of Tiangang to kill this guy. Who can call a eunuch brother and brother and still be affectionate!
Tong Guan was a little surprised that Ximen Qing actually refused in person... If it had been another person, he might have hugged his thigh and called him "old brother".
This Ximen Qing is really like the legend, a bit unpredictable, but his luck is so ridiculous.
Tong Guan rolled his eyes and said with a smile: "It's up to you! It's up to you! Seeing that the time is coming, let's go in quickly!"