The great monk closed his eyes slightly and recited the Diamond Sutra silently.
Everyone was silent, and the atmosphere in the house suddenly became a little dull.
Wanyan Kang stood up and took two steps.
The great monk was so proud and righteous. He was so righteous and righteous... His nose was sweating. If he was not a time traveler, he would have to stop eating this time.
Of course, if it was the predecessor, this matter would be simple.
I force the order directly and refuse to listen? I guess I will start working with Master Zhiyuan immediately!
But the result is unknown. After all, Anguo Temple is not necessarily easy to bully, and disaster relief will definitely not be achieved.
So... Wanyan Kang raised his head and decided to continue to convince people with reason.
"Master, I saw the inscription in the temple yesterday and found out that the predecessor of the temple was built in the early years of the previous Zhou Dynasty. Zen Master Zhibao, a high-ranking monk of Tiantai Sect, opened a mountain and built a temple here, originally named Huishan Temple. After nearly two hundred years, he once held the Niu Er of Northern Buddhism."
"However, in the autumn of the third year of Zhou Yongxi, Huishan Temple was destroyed by war and turned into ruins..."
"In the first year of Zhang Jing, Zen Master Huide led more than 100 disciples to cross the river to the north, rebuilt the mountain gate at the former site of Huishan Temple, and named it Anguo Temple. After three generations of eminent monks, Dade, continued to collect incense, worked hard, and expanded repeatedly, it was only so large that it has reached this scale.
In just a few decades.”
Wanyan Kang told the story in a casual manner.
He did not directly respond to Zhiyuan's excuse, nor did he directly gong and drum with Zhiyuan. Instead, he changed his perspective and talked about the origin of Anguo Temple and the history of the construction of the temple.
Zhiyuan sighed when he heard this, his expression moved slightly, and he clasped his hands together and chanted the Buddha's name.
The little prince suddenly stirred up love, and Chi Xi remained silent.
Liang Ziweng raised the corner of his mouth and guessed a little, after all, he was a traitor.
Wanyan Kang then changed his voice: "Because it was difficult for predecessors to start a business, I can understand how cautious the master is, like walking on thin ice!"
Zhiyuan said silently: "Thank you little prince for your understanding!"
"However, recruiting 3,000 young and strong people for work for relief was not just a matter of my words, but a calculation after repeated consideration. With a ratio of about 1:5 to the young and strong people and the elderly and weak, the overall disaster relief population was determined, but there was actually still a
There is a certain room for leeway.”
"Master, don't worry. The news of disaster relief has spread, and there will be a process for the victims to gather. The current food reserves in the temple and the materials brought by General Chi Xi are enough to support for a while!"
"In a few days, I will go back to the city to find a solution. My mother and father will also help raise food. There are always more ways than difficulties, right? This is my father's handwritten letter to support disaster relief. Please read it by Master." Wanyan Kang
He took the initiative to hand over the letter from King Zhao.
Zhiyuan's face was slightly stiff.
I accepted the letter, but I was embarrassed to see it in person. Wouldn’t I openly say that I could not trust the little prince?
Wanyan Kang glanced at Zhiyuan with a smile. He knew that Zhiyuan would not open King Zhao's letter in person to seek verification. He just used this to make Zhiyuan more at ease.
"Master, if Anguo Temple stands up this time, it will be considered that it will solve a considerable problem for the court and make great contributions... My father will definitely report to Your Majesty, striving to seek a royal temple for Anguo Temple!"
Wanyan Kang's voice was loud.
He won the third place in the Western Theater Command speech competition back then, and his eloquence was good.
While observing Zhiyuan's change in expression, he said what he wanted to say the most, as the conclusion of today's "ideological education work".
Fame, Buddha's mercy, etc. are all false. The most important thing is the benefits, which are truly visible and tangible. Even if Buddha declares that "the scriptures cannot be passed on lightly", he still needs to ask for "
Human Resources”, let alone Zhiyuan.
Liang Ziweng held the teacup and smiled without saying a word. Chi Xi suddenly realized at this moment, and couldn't help laughing secretly. The little prince's trick was so clever...
Know it with emotion, move it with reason, and promise it with profit!
Although Zhiyuan was silent, Wanyan Kang's words actually hit his sensitive point.
The so-called far-fetched predecessor, the long-standing Huishan Temple, has nothing to do with Anguo Temple in essence.
Anguo Temple is an ordinary temple built later on the ruins of Huishan Temple. Although it is very popular because it is close to Zhongzhong, it is still far behind the other two royal temples in the Jin Dynasty.
Especially political, social and religious status are not on the same level.
After all, the latter represents the continuous financial support from the Jin court and local governments, and the emperors and nobles are rewarded every now and then.
The key is the protection of the court.
This means that as long as the Jin Kingdom is immortal, the temples can be protected from the infighting of the powerful, interference from local governments and turmoil in the current situation, and will be impacted.
Otherwise, even though Anguo Temple has great achievements, it will only take a minute to decline. Huishan Temple is an example. There are even more temples in the world that were glorious and collapsed yesterday.
Also, if Anguo Temple becomes a royal temple, Zhiyuan himself can still get the title of a great master of the State Protection.
From then on, the bird guns were replaced and the cannons reached the sky in one step.
But enthroning the royal temple is not a trivial matter, it is not that easy.
Although Zhiyuan was a little excited and as calm as him, he would not be fooled by Wanyan Kang for a few words.
Wanyan Kang knew it well, but he didn't say that he would succeed.
All I said is a possibility!
A chance!
And the probability is not low!
As the saying goes, "A gentleman sees the opportunity, and an expert knows his fate." The opportunity has come. Wanyan Kang doesn't believe in the great monk and doesn't want to take a gamble!
Wanyan Kang was wondering whether to follow the trend to popularize the theory of success in investment probability for the great monks. At this time, Chi Xi suddenly said: "Master, do you know that Xiangguo Temple was opened in the old capital of Zhou?"
Zhiyuan comforted the case and said lightly: "There are hundreds of years of ancient temples, and the incense is endless. The Buddhist priests of the northern Han Dynasty are the head of the royal temples of this dynasty. How can I not know about it?"
Chi Xi said sternly: "Seventeen years ago, the prince was sent to Zhou State. On his way back, he was chased by thieves. He avoided Qifeng and was rescued by monks in Xiangguo Temple."
"In March of the following year, the prince returned to the capital and reported to the former emperor, and immediately enthroned Xiangguo Temple as the imperial decree to build the Daxiangguo Temple."
Chi Xi didn't say a single word of unnecessary nonsense, but actually just said a fact that many people know.
He simply emphasized the authority of King Zhao in the Jin Kingdom, as well as the fact that the sixth prince of the late emperor, the younger brother of the current emperor, and one of the heirs of the throne.
Wanyan Kang secretly raised his thumbs up at Chi Xi. Yes, it seems that the centurion beside King Zhao is not simple. Thinking about it, is it that easy to get into the position of King Zhao’s confidant?
Just like those who surrounded the leaders of the war zone in his previous life, no matter their position, which one is not the human spirit among human spirits?!
Seeing that Zhiyuan was still hesitating, Liang Ziweng stood up and shouted: "Master, what are you still considering? The little prince said that disaster relief should be provided, so let's provide disaster relief! What a person the little prince can still harm you Anguo Temple.
No? Besides, there is a support from the prince. In this Great Jin Kingdom, is there any trouble that His Highness Zhao cannot solve or that cannot be done?!"
"Amitabha!"
Zhiyuan's heart was like he was thrown into countless stones, constantly rippling. It was like a group of ants crawling, it was too itchy to bear it. Liang Ziweng threw into the huge rock again, and he suddenly realized that he had already stepped on it.
The ship of a versatile little prince is too late to stop.
He slowly got up and finally made up his mind and said, "Please rest assured that this disaster relief will be done to help the court solve the problems!"
Wanyan Kang was happy, and subconsciously stepped forward and reached out to Zhiyuan, wanting to shake hands enthusiastically.
Zhiyuan was stunned for a moment, Wanyan Kang blew and changed his words: "Master, today you and I might as well swear to swear together to celebrate the grand event!"