"My temple master is not worthy, so why don't you? Why don't you defecate and take care of yourself?"
"Humph! On the stage over there, fighting for a seat is all done with force. Old man, if you don't accept it, you can have a showdown with my master..."
After Qu Bingyu, the leader of Tongxuan Guan, stopped shouting, a group of Taoist priests led by Shi Xiaoren immediately exploded. They scrambled and started to sneer at each other.
Most of these Taoist priests are disciples of Jingyun Temple, and there are also disciples of Longxing Temple, Futang Temple, and some less popular Xiaomen and Xiaoguan disciples outside Luoyang City. Most of them were obsessed with the art of outer alchemy in the past and changed to practice inner alchemy.
Later, he couldn't find the method and found it difficult to get started. So he gave up on himself and gradually got together with the Taoist priests from Jingyun Temple and Longxing Temple.
So even alchemy was neglected. Most of the time, they relied on the relationship between Liangguan and Wang Jin, the envoy of Taiwei Palace, and got some acupuncture points from the fingers of Liangguan Taoist priests to exorcise evil spirits and catch ghosts, so that they could make a living with some money.
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Occasionally, I bumped into two disciples of the two temples, practicing fists, feet and weapons in their respective martial arts arenas. Those who were familiar with them followed behind and learned three moves and two styles, which made them feel quite strong. Jingyun Temple and Long Xingguan Zi
They don't take it seriously, let alone deliberately forbid it. Therefore, over the past few years, these Xiaoguan disciples have become somewhat equivocal in their actions towards the two views.
In this "Shendu Martial Arts Conference", Shi Xiaoren, the master of Jingyun Temple, first categorically rejected the so-called "Inner Alchemy Temple" such as Hongdao Temple, Shangqing Temple, Linji Temple, Shengzhen Temple, etc. on the grounds that his Dantian was destroyed and he had no chance to practice martial arts.
"Tao Meng" invitation.
He turned his head and started anew, attracting the Taoist priests and disciples who had frequent contacts with each other, and using them to gain fame and benefit. At the same time, he reiterated that the method of outer elixir is the right method of Taoism, and refuted the method of inner elixir as illusory and deceiving himself and others.
, so as to compete with the "Neidan Taoist Alliance"; on the other hand, it is to provoke conflicts, incite anger, and strengthen one's own momentum, so that when a dispute uses force, it will not be easily subdued by force.
Therefore, on the evening of the eighth day of April, Shi Xiaoren had gathered together with the Taoist disciples from Gongguan who had arrived in series, booked several restaurants, wineries and teahouses at the foot of Yique Mountain. After eating and drinking, they rested early. Second
I slept until daylight, then got up and washed one after another, and had a sumptuous breakfast. Then I gathered all the Taoists and rushed to the campus calmly. With the people from the sect and gangs coming one after another, they soon
Got into a fight.
At this time, when he saw Gong Sun Xuantong, the master of Shangqing Temple, Wei Chiyuan, the master of Hongdao Temple, and other Taoist priests coming in force, Shi Xiaoren felt a surge of hatred in his heart.
However, he suppressed his anger and remained calm. After the group of Taoist priests showed their humility, he stepped out in time and said those words in a sarcastic tone. The purpose was to attract people like Qu Bingyu to have a hot temper.
The Taoist priest opened his mouth, so that he could use the topic as a Taoist priest to inspire the opposite "Nei Alchemy Taoist Alliance" to the Sifang platform, and then personally take action to rub their energy. At the same time, he seized that seat and called "
"Neidan Dao League" was disgraced.
At this time, the progress of the matter was all under control. Shi Xiaoren could not help but raise his eyes slightly, stroking his beard and smiling, as if he was unpredictable.
Qu Bingyu had a fiery temper, so how could he bear the opposition of several juniors? What's more, when he blocked the Zoroastrian saint in the west of Luoyang City, he had fought side by side with these juniors.
At that moment, with a "sonorous" sound, he drew out his black iron sword and assumed the stance of "Chasing the Wind Sword Technique", intending to teach these disrespectful little bastards a lesson. However, a warm hand touched his right shoulder.
He held it down with his big hand and said, "Lord Qu Guan, this is Shi Xiaoren's way of motivating generals. Don't go up in anger or fall into his trap."
Qu Bingyu became angry and really had no scruples. He shook his hand away with all his strength, turned his head and choked: "Seniors can be killed, but not humiliated! Mao Qingyuan, if you want to be a coward, you can do it alone! Qu Bingyu
But I can’t swallow this breath of birdiness!”
Mao Qingyuan, the leader of Shengzhen Temple, suddenly looked embarrassed: "The internal disputes in the Taoist sect are just brothers fighting against each other. There are already people waiting to see our jokes. If we start again, wouldn't it be in line with some people's wishes?"
Wei Chiyuan, the master of Hongdao Temple, also came up and nodded: "What Taoist fellow Taoist Mao said is absolutely true. I also deeply despised Shi Xiaoren in the past for being a scumbag of the Taoist sect. But today, heroes from all over the world have gathered together.
Therefore, if our Luoyang Taoist sect starts internal strife, wouldn’t it make the world’s heroes laugh at us?”
Qu Bingyu knew in his heart that what the two of them said was reasonable, but he had already drawn his sword and could not save face for the moment. He immediately snorted angrily: "Even if you kill these traitorous lackeys, you will also taint Qu's good name."
Sword. Today, two Taoist brothers are trying to persuade you, and I will spare you for now. If you talk too loudly again, I will gouge out your tongue!"
After hearing this, Shi Xiaoren's smile suddenly faded, his face became gloomy, and he was about to get angry. A group of Taoist priests behind him had already drawn their weapons, and just waiting for his order, they were about to kill a madman like Qu Bingyu.
At this moment, a large group of monks and nuns in Wuyangyang, numbering in the hundreds, came down the steps from Xiangshan Mountain. In the middle was a man wearing a purple robe, gold jade belt, and black leather boots.
Yuan Zai, Prime Minister of the Dynasty.
But he smiled and said without any hint of displeasure:
"Taoist Master Shi and the real person are old acquaintances and friends for many years. This Taoist priest keeps saying that he is a 'treacherous lackey'. Could it be that the real person is this treacherous official? It is really unfair!"
Qu Bingyu turned around and saw that it was Yuan Zai who came with the crowd. Although he thought deeply about it, he was speechless. After all, he was the powerful prime minister of the third rank of the Sheng Dynasty in front of him. No matter how unruly he was, he would never dare to do it.
It's a matter of insulting a court official. If you really nod and say yes, what's the difference between pointing at a monk and scolding a bald donkey?
Thinking of this, Qu Bingyu had no choice but to surrender and cup his hands and said: "Prime Minister Yuan's words are serious. I never meant it this way. It was just that I was out of temper and spoke indiscriminately..."
"Since the Taoist Master did not mean this, I will ignore the matter and not mention it."
Yuan Zai waved his hand, interrupting Qu Bingyu's words, but looked at Gongsun Xuantong, Yuchiyuan and other Taoist priests, and said,
"The Taoist ancestors have taught, 'The best is like water, the ultimate way is water. Water is good and benefits all things without fighting. I just don't fight, so there is no difference.' Today is just an empty seat, and they are all of the same Taoism. If you sit down and he sits down, what's the difference? If
Wouldn’t it be contrary to the Taoist ancestor’s original intention to fight over and over again?”
After Yuan Zai said this, Qu Bingyu, Yuchiyuan and other Taoist priests all looked at each other, and no one dared to argue with them.
Gongsun Xuantong took a step forward, cupped his hands and said seriously: "The Taoist ancestors also taught, 'There is a lineage in words, and there is a king in everything. The Tao is always inactive, but there is nothing that is not done. When the superiors hear the Tao, they should practice it diligently'. Today's gift
If the viewer’s arrogant words are just a joke on us, we can laugh them off.
But if you really have a wild imagination and want to occupy the top position in the Taoist sect by doing nothing, you may not be able to convince the public. There is a saying in Confucianism, 'If the name is not correct, then the words will not be smooth, and if the words are not smooth, then the things will not be accomplished.'
The Lord observes his own virtue and acts with caution!"
When Yuan Zai saw that the person who contradicted him was actually Gongsun Xuantong, he couldn't help but glance at Shi Xiaoren with deep meaning, and then smiled and said: "Master Gongsun has made great contributions to the country, and he has been famous for a long time! When we meet him today, he is not only an immortal, but also a man of Taoism."
, clear and handsome, very knowledgeable and knowledgeable, integrating learning from two religions, and has unique insights! I admire you for who you are!"
When Gongsun Xuantong heard this, he slightly raised his hands in greeting, but he really didn't think so.
At that time, Yu Chaoen, a powerful eunuch, held the "Book of Changes" in his hand and discussed "The Cauldron Overturned" in the Imperial College to satirize the prime minister, which made Wang Jin furious. However, Yuan Zai smiled and said nothing, so Yu Chaoen gave him a
There is a comment that "the one who laughs is unpredictable". From then on, everyone in the court knew that Yuan Zai had a deep mind. The more he smiled, the more unpredictable the joy and anger in his heart became.
When Yu Chao Enfu was executed and Yuan Zai took over the affairs of the court, a nursery rhyme spread in the court and market, "Yuan Zai smiled, and the Fu's head fell off." The general meaning is that if there is a court dispute and Yuan Zai smiles at any court official, it won't take long.
Officials in that court must not be able to maintain their rank.
Since Yuan Zai was in a high position, he would not take the words of these Taoist priests to heart. He just winked at Shi Xiaoren, turned his head and entered Changxuan. As he walked, he smiled at the old monks on the left and right:
"Abbot Lingche, Zen Master Kuzhu! Although the Taoist sect is said to be pure, after all, it is difficult to get rid of the desire to strive for fame and profit. How can the sect focus on the Buddha and all dharmas become empty? Even if all kinds of honors and disgrace are added to the body, it can only be regarded as a breeze blowing through the ears and tangling the leaves.
Adding a body has nothing to do with my heartache."
Upon hearing this, Abbot Lingche and Zen Master Kuzhu clasped their palms together and said "That's good", with faint smiles on their faces.
Gongsun Xuantong knew that Yuan Zai also worshiped Buddhism and suppressed Taoism, even more than Wang Jin. It was not unusual for him to say this. Thinking of this, he felt a chill coming from the left front and raised his eyes.
, then I saw Shi Xiaoren staring at them with a sinister look on his face, and sneered:
"A good dog doesn't stand in the way! Today's position is bound to be won by the poor Taoist. If there are really blind people who want to block it, don't blame the poor Taoist for not thinking about the friendship of fellow practitioners!"
Before Gongsun Xuantong opened his mouth, Qu Bingyu was furious: "Shi Xiaoren, who are you scolding?! You are so powerful that you think everyone is just like you, and you also like to be a lowly lackey!"
After Gongsun Xuantong heard this, he also sneered and said: "Master Qu Guan, why do you need to talk to such a person who is willing to be like a human dog and beg for mercy?"
"Whoa! Whoa! Whoa!"
Before the two of them had finished speaking, a group of Taoist priests behind Shi Xiaoren drew their swords again and ran out from his left and right to surround the two people who made such rude remarks.
Not to be outdone, the disciples of Shangqingguan and Tongxuanguan each drew their weapons and stepped forward. Protecting Gongsun Xuantong and Qu Bingyu, they confronted each other with the Taoist priests brought by Shi Xiaoren, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense.
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Mao Qingyuan saw that the two sides were about to fight again, so he jumped out and said: "Fellow Taoists, calm down! It's just a vacant seat. If you want to fight, you can also discuss it politely. Why use swords and guns?"
Shi Xiaoren sneered and said: "Simple? How to be polite? You don't need to use swords and guns to do this kind of thing. Do you have to cook tea and wine, sit down and discuss the truth, and compare the meanings of classics and poems?!"
When the Taoist priests around Shi Xiaoren heard this, they burst into laughter.
Mao Qingyuan was speechless. When Yuchiyuan saw this, he also squeezed forward and persuaded him nicely: "Even if we see the real seal under the sword, we still have to wait until the winner is determined on the Sifang stage..."
After hearing what he said, the group of Taoists turned their heads and turned their gazes to the Sifangtai. They saw that Li Miaolan, the captain of the Mulan Guards, and Hua Jieyu, the chief of Yanzhigu Shangchun Division, both had disheveled dresses and messy buns.
The two chickens with red eyes fighting each other, although their strength is gradually declining, they are still hung up by a burst of anger, each refusing to give in, and their fighting spirit is high!
After the Mulan female guard and the Rouge Valley girls were thirsty for scolding, they were finally persuaded by the group of heroes to leave. They gathered in one group in the south and the other in the north, and they all focused their attention on the square platform.
Li Miaolan's long sword slashed and stabbed, but the more she used it, the easier it became. The spears, spears, sticks, forks and other moves she had practiced in the past were all integrated into the shortened long sword, and she could use it freely. As a result, she gradually lost her advantage.
Pulling back and occasionally making a counterattack also made Hua Jieyu quite troublesome.
There were many deep marks of different lengths on Hua Jieyu's pair of short sticks, which were obviously hit by the long stick. At this time, his breath was already heavy, and his movements naturally slowed down, and he began to switch from offense to defense, showing his defeat.
Come.
Suddenly, Li Miaolan's eyes lit up with joy, and she saw Hua Jieyu's left armpit, accidentally revealing the empty door. She made a quick decision and sent it forward!
However, when the head was approaching Hua Jieyu, he caught a glimpse of a triumphant smile on the corner of her mouth. Immediately, she twisted her waist, and the empty door disappeared. But she had become old, and she wanted to
It's already too late to withdraw...
"Bang!"
A short stick hit Li Miaolan firmly on her right shoulder, causing her breathing to be stagnated in pain. The light in front of her eyes first dimmed and then brightened. Her right arm had loosened its handle and was hanging limply. It was obvious that it had been dislocated.
Hua Jieyu had already swung his other stick, intending to hit her knee. Seeing that she was seriously injured, he immediately turned his direction and withdrew his strength a little. He still slapped her buttocks with a soft "snap" sound.
superior!
The bulging and trembling lower robe immediately made several men on the stage swallow their saliva. Only Duoji did not look away, indifferent, and had no interest in this spring scene.
Li Miaolan's face turned red with embarrassment and she glared at Hua Jieyu fiercely before dragging the remaining soldiers and running off the stage.