Wan Renyu said: "After leaving Chang'an, we crossed the Yellow River north, passed Lanzhou, Liangzhou, and along the Qilian Mountains to Zhangye, Jiuquan, Dunhuang, and Yumen Pass. Literature Bar wxba After leaving Yumen Pass, we walked northwest, along the 'Sea of Death' 'The Taklimakan Desert, known as the Great Desert, is our first stop heading towards Kucha."
Long Ying pondered and said: "According to Master Wan's estimate, how long will it take to get from here to Qiuci?"
Feng Guoting said: "Without two or three months, I can't even think of doing it."
Wan Renyu said: "This time we are not going to enjoy the mountains and rivers. The situation in the Western Region is dangerous, with mountains and rivers, and deserts. The enemy cannot defeat us on the battlefield and will resort to secret attacks and ambushes. The situation is reversed this time. We are going to the enemy's territory. Once the enemy targets us, we will definitely not come back alive."
Among the three, he has the most extensive experience and knowledge, so both Long Ying and Feng Guoting look up to him.
Wan Renyu continued: "The most exciting thing this time is that the enemy thought we were going straight to Tubo. We didn't expect that we would go to Kucha first. So after leaving Yumen Pass, as long as we could successfully ignore the enemy, the enemy would have to deploy heavy troops. Many routes to Tibet have taken us in the wrong direction. In this way, we can go to Qiuci to explore our beauty without any danger."
Feng Guoting added: "We have to pass through the towns without entering, and choose remote paths. In this way, if someone is following us, we will not be able to hide it from the eyes of the eagle below."
Long Ying suggested: "It's best to go on a day and night journey, which is more foolproof. Alas! What I'm most worried about is the beautiful secret girl Wanqi Jichun and her tribe. They are indeed masters of hiding and tracking, so I will I almost suffered a big loss."
Wan Renyu said: "When the time comes, we can set traps to deal with them."
Feng Guoting sighed: "If the person in charge of the secret is not a mysterious girl with extraordinary intelligence, your method may be effective, but now I dare not be optimistic."
Long Ying said: "Soldiers will block you, and water will cover you. What kind of situation have we not encountered before?"
Then he asked: "What is the purpose of buying silk?"
Wan Renyu said with a smile: "If you meet the nomads who live on the edge of the desert, gold won't work, but if you give them silk, you are guaranteed to receive their warm hospitality. Ha! When you go out to rely on friends, since they are friends, of course there is a meaning of giving gifts. "
Long Ying sighed: "Master Wan is thoughtful."
Feng Guoting said: "We are still determined to be indifferent, because it will not be fun."
Long Ying asked Wan Renyu, "Have you ever been to the desert?"
Wan Renyu said: "I have been to the small desert twice, but it is already too much. It is not a place that people should go at all. The weather is unpredictable. Sometimes it is too hot, and sometimes it is so cold that I shiver. Sandstorms come at any time. Lifeless.”
Then he added: "But I heard that the most terrifying one is still Taklimakan. It is not only the largest desert outside the Great Wall, but also known as the flowing desert. It is nearly two thousand miles long from east to west and five or six hundred miles from north to south. It is covered with sand mountains. Sand ridges and dunes may be honeycomb-shaped, or feather-shaped, or fish-scale-shaped. They are complex and changeable. I heard from the locals that there are two tall sand dunes with distinct red and white colors deep in the desert, called the Holy Mountain. I once thought about going to the desert to look for them. .Finally, I gave some kind words to the local people to stop him. He said, “I don’t dare to go in without anyone to guide me.”
Feng Guoting asked curiously: "So, Master Wan has at least been to the edge of the Sea of Death."
Wan Renyu said: "That's true. Taklimakan is surrounded by rivers. Such as the Qiemo River and the Hotan River. Populus euphratica and tamarisk grow densely along the river. It forms a green zone surrounding the sand sea, where various ethnic groups live together and are very prosperous."
Long Ying praised: "Master Wan is indeed well-informed."
Feng Guoting said: "Qiuca is to the north of Taklimakan, but Tubo is to the south of it. Don't we have to go around the desert?"
Wan Renyu said: "Fortunately, there is the Hotan River, which runs through the desert from north to south. It is known as the living road in the sea of death. It is connected to oases along the river. It is also the only place full of life in the vast sea of sand."
Long Ying said: "But if we are intercepted by the enemy, the only way to survive is to rush into the desert on both sides."
Wan Renyu said: "So the key to success or failure this time is not to let the enemy know that we are going to Kucha."
He stood up and said, "I still have a few social events today, so I have to go ahead."
That's it.
There are two left, Feng Guoting and Long Ying. When you look at me, you both have a strange situation that you don't know where to start.
Feng Guoting said: "Is it too easy to solve Xi Yao's matter?"
Long Ying asked: "Does Ren Yu have the same doubts?"
Feng Guoting said: "He came back very drunk last night, and I haven't had a chance to discuss this matter with him yet."
Long Ying couldn't bear to lie to him and said: "There is indeed a very subtle situation in it. You can think that he is a guy who wants to become an immortal and crazy, so his behavior cannot be measured by common sense. I will tell you the details when I have a chance."
Feng Guoting said dissatisfied: "Are you busy now?"
Long Ying said: "I'm going to start tomorrow morning. I lied to you that I'm not busy. Today I have to take advantage of the little witch to sacrifice to the Taoist Master to meet with Minghui, Mingxin and Min. How about we go to Fuju Building for dinner tonight?"
Feng Guoting said: "Xuanqing really looks at you differently, maybe he has really fallen in love with you."
Long Ying lost his voice and said: "Is there any difference between true and false in her love?"
Feng Guoting said: "She has always adopted a playful attitude towards the relationship between men and women. She has broken the hearts of many self-proclaimed romantics. She is very attached to you. Every time I see you, I can't help asking about your situation.
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The little witch came, and the two of them quickly shut up.
Di Ouxian and Qingzhi came to them and said, "The young gang leader is here, we are about to leave!"
The two saw them out of the door and waved goodbye. Long Ying said, "How about we go meet Minghui and Mingxin together?"
Feng Guoting said: "It's you they want to see, not me. Besides, I also have to go shopping for some necessities for this trip. You can go and have a good time by yourself."
Long Ying couldn't help but laughed and said: "Romantic and happy? You really know how to joke. The Shangqing sect is a major orthodox sect of Taoism. How can I destroy their new sect leader's Qingxiu? Haha! Let's talk as we go."
Feng Guoting said: "Aren't you going to ride a horse?"
Long Ying walked into the long street side by side with him, turned left, and said: "Let Xue'er rest for a day!"
Feng Guoting said: "I heard that Fa Ming came to see you in person yesterday. What do you want to say?"
Long Ying walked on the street, and the scenery on both sides made him look around dizzyingly. He said, "I'm not asking about Xi Yao."
Feng Guoting said: "Fa Ming's city is so gloomy that it's scary. Even if you kill his partner Mo Wenchang, he still looks like nothing is wrong."
Long Ying thought that except Duanmu Ling, no one knew that Wu Zhao and Fa Ming were from the same sect with him, so it was even harder to understand the situation where Fa Ming and himself were friends and foes. He said: "In the final analysis, it is still a relationship of interests.
Since I can’t be killed, I have to make peace for the time being, and I hope I can hide the Holy Master for him.”
Feng Guoting said: "You seem to have something to hide about Xi Yao."
Long Ying patted him on the shoulder and said, "I'll tell you on the way."
After that, we parted ways with him.
When they arrived at the Shangqing Temple where Minghui and Mingxin were, Long Ying was startled. He saw a huge crowd of people inside the temple, filled with believers, and there was still an endless stream of visitors crowding into the temple.
Shangqing Temple is the main body of the Shangqing Sect in the Western Capital. It is the main altar of the Ruo Gang. It is not under the Tianshi Palace outside the city, but it is located in the city. This shows that the Tang Dynasty attaches great importance to the Shangqing Sect.
Long Ying pulled a young man who looked like a scholar who was about to enter the temple and asked, "What happened?"
The scholar replied: "Don't you know? Shengdan Empress cultivates truth and cultivates Taoism here, and sets up an altar to preach Dharma. Shengdan has just ascended to the position of lord and saint. She is a blessing to all living beings and is as efficacious as a god. Everyone comes to pray for blessings and longevity. No. A few patients suddenly recovered after praying for blessings. It is so miraculous that it is hard to believe. Sorry!"
Get rid of the entanglement of the dragon eagle and rush into the temple.
Long Ying stared blankly at the scholar's back as he disappeared into the crowd in the square, and began to understand why the elders of the Shangqing Sect were willing to support Ming Xin in taking the position of leader. Wu Jiezi's death put the Shangqing Sect into a precarious situation, and Ming Ming However, because of the miraculous female elixir, Xin became the holy elixir empress in Taoist legends. She has a strong appeal to the people who believe in Taoism and can cleanse away the decadence. It not only stabilizes the situation of the Shangqing sect, but also further promotes the Shangqing sect. Pie, just like the grand occasion in front of you.
Ming Xin ascended to the position of leader yesterday, and today tens of thousands of people have come to pay homage. The facts speak for themselves. Thinking of Ming Xin’s innocent and holy appearance, even he himself has the urge to worship. You can imagine that others will see it How does it feel when you meet her?
Just when I didn't know how to squeeze in, Min Xuanqing's voice sounded nearby: "Master Ying has a headache, how can I see your Mingxin?"
Long Ying looked to the side, and saw the beautiful romantic woman standing next to her with a smile like a flower. Long Ying said with great joy: "With Min Min leading the way, my problem can be easily solved."
Min Xuanqing said playfully: "On the contrary, I have no choice like you, so I watch the excitement outside the door. Since Mingxin ascended the throne yesterday, she has been practicing Dharma on the altar in the main hall, sitting in meditation with her eyes closed, until now. This matter has been spread Ten, ten by one, believers from inside and outside the Western Capital came to hear the news. It is said that some people recovered from their illnesses after worshiping Mingxin. The female elixir of Mingxin is indeed well-deserved, and now everyone in the sect feels that they have made the right decision. The decision was made, and those who did not agree with it have all changed their attitudes.”
Long Ying said: "Isn't there another door?"
Min Xuanqing said: "So what? How can Mingxin see you in person under the current circumstances? Minghui wants to accompany her junior sister again. Just come over and it will be done. Xuanqing will tell them."
Long Ying thought that the female elixir was indeed miraculous. She would definitely not be able to sit motionless like this for a whole day and night. I am afraid that not many people in the Taoist sect could do it. What's more, I don't know how many days she would continue to sit.
Min Xuanqing leaned into his ear and said, "You are here to see me, okay?"
Long Ying felt hot in his heart and nodded: "Last time we were in the bathhouse, this time it's time to visit the Min family's boudoir."
Min Xuanqing tugged on his sleeves, led the way, and boarded her carriage parked on a side street.
The two sat side by side, touching each other affectionately, and the carriage drove out.