After seeing off his second uncle, Zhang Dong squinted his eyes and thought about his next plan. Why didn't he see Shaolin Temple monks active in the world during the Shendiao Period?
First, the Shaolin Temple is located on the border of Mongolia. At this time, the war between Zheng, Song and Mongolia had just stopped, and the scope of activities during the Shendiao Period was mainly within the Song Dynasty.
Furthermore, in the past years, when the world was in chaos, Buddhism was unable to escape from the world. During the war, Taoism prevailed. No matter who fought, they had to have a famous excuse, that is, to practice Taoism on behalf of heaven.
This is the most commonly used slogan during the war.
Buddhism forbids killing and promotes the equality of all living beings. During wars, they could not escape from the world. When the world was at peace, even if they did not want to be born, the emperor would force them to be born to promote Buddhism and promote peace. It is not easy, because no ruler likes to be in the world.
When riots occur during one's jurisdiction, the value of Buddhism becomes apparent.
Therefore, during times of war, Taoism prevails, while Buddhism is the opposite; during times of peace, Buddhism is prevalent, while Taoism is the opposite.
This was the case during the reign of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty, when temples were built to promote Buddhism and suppress Taoism.
This is the reason why Shaolin monks are rarely seen during the period of the Divine Sculpture, and now what Dongzhang is drawing is inside the Shaolin Temple.
A few days later, Dongzhang wandered around the streets and markets all day long. He thought he had learned the local dialect like Bajiu. After finding out where the old man Li who supplied food to the Shaolin Temple lived, Dongzhang bought some food and went there.
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When I came to the entrance of the yard, I saw piles of vegetables inside, and a strong old man was busy inside. It must be Old Man Li.
"My father-in-law, my father-in-law."
When Dongzhang stood outside the door and shouted for the second time, the strong old man turned around to look at Dongzhang and asked in confusion: "Master, are you here to find this old man?"
Dongzhang outside the door smiled and nodded. Old man Li hurriedly came over and opened the door for Dongzhang. When he saw the decently dressed Dongzhang, he asked at a loss:
"Young master, why are you looking for this old man?"
After saying that, he wiped the mud from his hands on his body.
"Don't panic, father. I have been weak and sick since I was a child, and tried many medicines to no avail. When I was young, I met a wandering monk at home. After receiving some advice from him, I gradually got better. I have always believed in Buddhism. In the days ahead, I just came to town with my uncle.
When I got there, I heard that there is a Shaolin Temple on Songshan Mountain, which is quite respected by people, so I found my father-in-law."
Dongzhang's polite appearance made the old man gradually let down his guard, and he extended his hand to invite Dongzhang to come in to talk. Dongzhang did not refuse, and followed Old Man Li through the door.
The two of them sat under the pergola in the yard. Dongzhang took out two oil paper bags, opened the two roast chickens inside, raised a small pot of wine in his hand, and said to the old man opposite with a smile:
"Let's chat while eating, as long as it doesn't interfere with my husband."
When he opened the oil paper and saw two roasted chickens that were browned and oily inside, Old Man Li swallowed unconsciously. Ordinary people like this could only eat meat once during the holidays, not to mention the holidays.
But in fact, it is not that far apart. After fattening up chickens and ducks, they are reluctant to eat them and sell them in the market. After all, there are only a few people like Dongzhang who eat fish and meat every day.
Pulling off a piece of yellow-orange chicken leg, Dongzhang handed it to Old Man Li and said, "Come here, let's talk while eating."
After Old Man Li took it in astonishment, Zhang Dong asked him familiarly: "I wonder if there is a wine glass at home. It would be inappropriate to have meat but no wine."
"Yes, there is some, old man, go get it now."
After reacting, Old Man Li grabbed the chicken leg and ran into the back room. After a while, he came out with two polished teacups.
Dongzhang didn't pay attention to these details. He took the tea cup and filled the two of them with wine. Then he also tore off a small piece of chicken, pointed at the old man and said:
"Eat, eat, let's chat while eating."
After saying that, he started to eat by himself. When he saw Dongzhang opened his mouth to eat the meat, Old Man Li went to bite the chicken leg in his hand. Dongzhang couldn't help but sigh at the way he was so careful for fear of losing a drop of oil.
Ordinary people of this era.
I am also grateful for the healthy and happy life in my future generations. I am grateful to the country and the party for allowing us to live in a peaceful country.
Not wanting to disturb Old Man Li's enjoyment of the bitter taste that he had not tasted for a long time, Zhang Dong just took a sip of wine silently and did not go to greet Old Man Li. He just looked at the vegetables in the yard in a daze.
After Old Man Li finished eating the chicken legs in his hands, he realized that Dongzhang seemed to have not spoken for a long time. Then he raised his eyes to look at Dongzhang and found that the young man was drinking by himself and looking at the people in the courtyard.
I don’t know what Vegetable is thinking about.
Just when Old Man Li was hesitant to raise his glass but didn't know how to speak, Zhang Dong turned around and clinked his glass with Old Man Li. To avoid embarrassment, he said casually: "This dish looks a little arousing to me."
What a glutton."
After hearing this, Old Man Li had a hint of joy on his face, and he proudly said to Zhang Dong: "I'm not bragging, old man. I am the only vegetable farmer of all sizes in this town who is famous for his dish."
Dongzhang didn't react at all. He just looked at Old Man Li so quietly. This made the old man anxious. You can question me, but you can't question my professional ability. Ruining the signboard will not be tolerated.
Questioning, Old Man Li could not help but speak three points faster now, saying:
"If the old lady hadn't gone out today, she would have tasted better if she had been dressed. But if you don't believe it, the old man can give you a hairdresser now. What do you think?"
Looking at Old Man Li who was a little anxious, Zhang Dong couldn't help but chuckle and said: "The relationship is good, it doesn't matter who does it, then I will bother you."
After hearing this, Old Man Li happily ran to pick vegetables, wash them, light a fire and put them into the pot. Zhang Dong was also happy to drink and wait for him. He also took advantage of the situation to think about how to talk to Old Man Li. Now he is more familiar with it.
If you open your mouth and say it, it won't be so abrupt.
Without letting Dong Zhang wait for too long, Old Man Li came out with a bowl of vegetable soup. Let's call it vegetable soup, because the cabbage is neither stir-fried nor pure soup. It is just boiled in water and sprinkled with salt.
That's good, actually it was within Dongzhang's expectation.
How could it be possible in this era to fry vegetable oil for free as in later generations? Especially for an ordinary farmer like this, it is even more impossible. If you are willing to add some coarse salt, you will be treated as a guest.
Seeing Old Man Li looking at him with a little expectation and some anxiety in his eyes, Zhang Dong picked up a handful with chopsticks and stuffed it into his mouth. He chewed carefully for a moment before swallowing it. Then he smiled and said to Old Man Li:
"It sure has a different taste. No wonder the eminent monks from the Shaolin Temple are eating the food at your house. It's really good. Come and have a drink."
After saying that, he clinked his wine glass with Old Man Li and drank it all. To be honest, let’s not comment on the cooking techniques. The dish itself is indeed good. If you bite it carefully, you will still feel a little bit happy. This is a great match for Tiantian Dayu.
It's really good for a big guy.
After drinking for three rounds and after Old Man Li had completely relaxed, Dongzhang said to him calmly: "To be honest with you, I do have something to ask you for this time. As I mentioned just now, I have been believing this since I was a child.
Buddha, but now the Shaolin Temple is closed and no visitors are welcome. I know that my father-in-law has some contacts with the Shaolin Temple, so I want to ask my father-in-law to bring me along next time when I deliver food to the temple. To the temple, I can say that I am my father-in-law.
Just a distant relative, I just went to pay homage to the Buddha and that’s all. I won’t cause any trouble to my father-in-law, how about that?”
Looking at Dongzhang's sincere eyes, he thought that although this person was a little mature, he was only a half-grown child at best, and he was well-spoken, so he probably wouldn't cause trouble for himself by running around and rushing around. With this thought in his mind, Li
The old man hesitated for a moment, then nodded heavily and said to Zhang Dong:
"Just do what you said, but please don't make any noise when you are inside. They have closed the temple for a long time and do not welcome guests, but it is still allowed to offer incense."
Dongzhang, who was overjoyed in his heart and had a smile on his face, then said to Old Man Li: "That's really great. I'd like to thank you first."
After saying that, he bowed to Old Man Li from a distance.
"I can't do it, I can't do it. It's just a trivial matter, sir. You don't have to do that."
Seeing Dongzhang's actions, Old Man Li was so frightened that he came over to help him. Dongzhang also stood up and said seriously to Old Man Li: "Maybe this is a small thing in my eyes, but in my eyes, I have really done you a big favor.
, I can really bear it."
Dongzhang said with a pun, and Old Man Li thought to himself: This may be the persistence of people who worship and believe in Buddhism. Thinking like this, it doesn't make any sense.
Then the two of them continued to sit down and eat and drink, and by the way, they also decided on a time to go up the mountain together the day after tomorrow. When they were almost done drinking, Dongzhang stood up and left.
He took a package wrapped in lotus leaves and weighed about five kilograms and handed it to Old Man Li with a smile: "I didn't know what to buy all the way here, so I had five kilograms of pork cut into pieces as a thank you gift."
Seeing Old Man Li's slightly flustered look, Dongzhang continued: "Don't dislike it, this is a fresh product that I just got early in the morning. I bought it specifically for you, and it's not worth it.
Just take it."
"That's it. I'll take my leave now. We'll see you the day after tomorrow."
You didn't give Old Man Li a chance to open his mouth at all. Originally, Dongzhang wanted to give you some money, but when you think about being an honest farmer all your life, one day someone will give you money for a small thing.
It was inevitable that they would not think too much about whether this person's purpose was pure or not, and whether he had any ulterior motives, so after much deliberation, Dong Zhang decided to just buy something that was affordable to them and dared to accept it.
No, now even these few kilograms of pork are so panicked, and I don’t know what to do when giving money. Without looking at Old Man Li’s expression, Dongzhang had already walked to the door, and then stopped, and he didn’t know what to do.
Turning around, he turned his back to Old Man Li and said:
"I forgot to tell myself my family name, so I called you, Dongzhang."
Only Old Man Li was left standing there with five kilograms of pork in his hand. His eyes couldn't help but look at the half-roasted chicken that was left. The young man named Dongzhang seemed to have taken one bite at the beginning and stopped eating.
Most of what I eat is what I eat.
Staring at the roast chicken on the stone table, Old Man Li felt a warm feeling in his heart, and his impression of Dongzhang became much better.