Chapter 493: When did Kaifeng Mansion get such an awesome person?
Daxiangguo Temple.
If you go to Chang'an in the Tang Dynasty, you don't need to visit Pingkangfang, but if you go to Bianjing in the Northern Song Dynasty, you can't avoid the Daxiangguo Temple.
This place is located in the center of Kaifeng Prefecture. It was first built in the Northern Qi Dynasty and was originally called Jianguo Temple. Later, Emperor Ruizong of the Tang Dynasty named it Daxiangguo Temple in order to commemorate his ascension to the throne by King Xiang.
In the Song Dynasty, Xiangguo Temple was revered by the royal family and expanded many times. It now covers an area of more than 500 acres and governs 64 Zen monasteries and temples.
Yes, this No. 1 temple in the world is actually a monastery group. The monks in it are not even from the same sect. There are Vinaya sects and Zen sects. The sutras they recite may not be the same, but they seek common ground while reserving differences, and we can make loan sharks together.
When Li Yan led Lin San, Chen Wu and his entourage to the south gate of Daxiangguo Temple, in addition to seeing a dark crowd inside the temple, a few idle men came over and asked: "Want to print tickets? The top ten positions,
You can get it today if it's less than a hundred guan. If you have a mortgage on your house..."
Chen Wu interrupted impatiently: "Go away and bully people from other states. You can be in line tomorrow and I will give you money for nothing!"
The idle man was mainly looking at Li Yan, and when he saw Chen Wu's naked appearance, he was angrily prepared to leave, but Li Yan said: "Where is the old man Jiang who is in charge of recruiting workers here?"
The idle man immediately put on a smile again: "If a high-ranking official wants to recruit workers, we have them here. They are all of the best craftsmanship. We are here when you call!"
Chen Wu scolded: "Who wants your scoundrels to lead our young master to Old Man Jiang's place?"
The idle man did not refuse: "Okay, the official will invite you here!"
Today is not the day of the Wan surname trade held five times a month at Daxiangguo Temple. Many stalls have not been set up. Most of them are pilgrims offering incense and worshiping Buddha. With the local snake leading the way, the group crossed the path and soon came to a Buddha.
On the edge of the hall.
This place is connected in all directions, with a lot of people flow, but not too crowded. It is a good area. Many people inquire about buying and selling here, and some are watching Cuju. The four people in the middle are playing for free.
The so-called free play means that there is no need for a goal. You can use your head, shoulders, back, chest, knees, legs and feet to complete various tricks. You can kick your toes hundreds of thousands and solve hundreds of thousands of tricks.
Stars also often show off the ball, but now it is more confrontational. Four people can pass the same "Ju", or they can each kick a "Ju", using each other's kicking methods to create problems and force the other party's "Ju"
Whoever's "Ju" falls last is the winner.
When later generations saw this, they were so frightened that they quickly ate an extra bowl of sea cucumbers.
However, the pursuit of goals is indeed different. At this time, in Bianjing City, there were many artists who made a living from Cuju performances. They were deeply loved by dignitaries and ordinary people. There were many people who made a fortune from Cuju, and Gao Qiu was just the most prominent among them.
Well, these people really treat Cuju as a skill to maintain their lives, and their attitude is naturally completely different.
The idle man didn't know how to appreciate this fancy kick, so he shouted loudly: "Old man Jiang, we have a guest!"
The four idlers were still performing, and another wrinkled man came over with three or five people. He nodded to the idle man leading the way and said, "Are you recruiting craftsmen, doing chores, or calling for a doctor?"
Diagnose pulse, perform Cuju opera?"
Li Yan looked at the person who came. Judging from the skin on his arms and his lean body, he was actually not very old, but he had many wrinkles on his face and looked like he was aging before he got old. No wonder he was called an old man.
However, "Hanzi" and "Old Man" were actually terms of contempt in the Song Dynasty. Calling "Wuna Hanzi" was actually equivalent to a curse word. However, because of his old-fashioned appearance, a young man called himself Old Man Jiang. This magnanimity
First of all, it is unusual.
Just as Chen Wu was about to step forward, Li Yan stopped him, informed him of his name, and explained his purpose of visit: "I really came here to inquire about something, and I bothered Old Man Jiang."
The others immediately showed displeasure after hearing this, why don't you come here to find work clothes? Old man Jiang looked at Li Yan carefully, but still said politely: "The high official is very popular. It is an honor for me to make friends. If I can help,
Yes, just ask."
Li Yan asked: "The decoration of the restaurant outside Happy Forest that sells Mei's pork rinds and meat, are the craftsmen recommended by Old Man Jiang?"
Old man Jiang nodded: "The four craftsmen, with a half-month construction period, were introduced by me."
Li Yan said: "The shopkeeper just told me that there is a person named Zheng with a Jianghuai accent. He frequently looks at Happy Forest while working. Do you have any impression of this person?"
Old Man Jiang was a little dissatisfied. He was like an intermediary platform. With his reputation on the streets, he introduced people to help. If something went wrong, he had to step in to settle the matter so that he could be worthy of the price difference earned by the middlemen: "I always value credibility here.
, This person is indeed not a skilled worker, but his asking price is only half of the other three people, and he made it clear at the time, how can he be blamed?"
Li Yandao: "Don't get me wrong, the shopkeeper didn't blame him. Although the man was slack in his work, he stayed in the shop for the longest time every day. Generally speaking, it was a good deal. But I am personally a little curious about this Craftsman Zheng. I thought
If I want to hire him for a period of time, can I introduce him to him?"
Old Jiang turned his head and looked at another person. The person took out an account book. After checking it, he frowned and said, "Artisan Zheng has not come to us since he did the work of Mei's pork rinds and meat."
Li Yan asked: "Besides working on Mei's pork rinds and meat, where else has he worked?"
The man checked again and quickly shook his head: "No, he just worked in the restaurant. He probably felt that his skills were not good enough and the wages were low, so he changed his job?"
Old Man Jiang didn't think so, his expression changed slightly, and the wrinkles on his face deepened: "High official, has Craftsman Zheng committed something?"
Li Yan said: "It's hard to say yet. I wonder if there is any way to find this person's whereabouts?"
Old man Jiang turned around and said, "Have you paid attention to that craftsman?"
The big men around looked at each other, and one of them suddenly said: "His accent sounds like he is from Wuzhou. I have spoken to him a few words, and he has even sought medical treatment."
Old Man Jiang raised his eyebrows: "I remembered that Craftsman Zheng seemed to have someone in his family who was seriously ill. He did come to ask a doctor to check his pulse at first. Later, he seemed to have no money to buy medicine, so he said that he had a skill and hoped to work."
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Li Yandao: "Which medical clinic did you introduce to him?"
Old man Jiang said: "It's not a medical clinic, it's a medical practitioner from Jiangning Prefecture. It is said that he practices medicine from his ancestors and is known to be good at treating difficult and complicated diseases. He can also wash away the tattoos on the face. There are many people who meet him."
Li Yan's brows moved slightly: "What's the name of this doctor?"
Old man Jiang reported the name of the place: "This man's name is An Daoquan, and this is his place of residence."
Li Yan said: "Thank you, old man Jiang, for telling me the truth!"
Old Man Jiang clasped his fists, thinking that the conversation was over, but Li Yan continued: "I guess after I leave, Old Man Jiang will also have to inquire from many sources. It would be better for me to say it first. In fact, a murder did occur in Happy Forest."
, its leader Xiang Mou was killed, and now Kaifeng Prefecture's fast archers have blocked Happy Forest, and many people have been left for questioning. If they are chased here, I hope Old Man Jiang can be prepared."
Old Jiang changed his face and asked nervously: "Which judge in Kaifeng Prefecture is investigating this case?"
Li Yan said: "It's Judge Gongsun."
Old Man Jiang breathed a sigh of relief: "Just Judge Gongsun, he has always been fair and will not unjustly accuse the common people like us..."
Li Yan said: "Judge Gongsun will not wrongly accuse a good person, but this person is serious about investigating the case and will definitely not let go of any clues."
"And the case of Happy Forest is very important. Craftsman Zheng was introduced to work by you. If you are brought back to Kaifeng government office to investigate the case..."
"Although every inch of land in the Daxiangguo Temple is not expensive, it is not easy to occupy this area. You need to be prepared."
Old man Jiang was startled at first, and then he looked horrified: "Thank you, sir, for your advice! Thank you, sir, for your advice!"
He naturally knows how hard it is for him to occupy this place, and how many enemies are secretly watching him. Once he is taken to Kaifeng Mansion for investigating a case, those who have long wanted him to get out will definitely use the opportunity to spread rumors. When he comes out,
Maybe all the good places are gone, which would be an unreasonable disaster.
In this case, this person’s pointer is very important. There is a huge gap between being prepared and not being prepared.
Li Yan clasped his fists: "It's just a little effort! Farewell!"
After watching Li Yan and his party leave, Old Man Jiang immediately made arrangements on how to prevent rumors and harassment from his enemies if he was really taken away for investigation because of his relationship with Craftsman Zheng and stayed away for many days.
But this time, before half an hour had passed, Gongsun Zhao arrived here in a hurry with Qiu Zuozuo and a group of convoys.
Old man Jiang immediately greeted him and saluted: "I have met Judge Gongsun!"
Gongsun Zhao narrowed his eyes slightly: "Did you know I was coming? Did someone come just now? Tell you that he was one step ahead of me?"
Old Man Jiang was startled: "This... a senior official Lin did come here just now, but that's not what he said..."
After listening to the old man Jiang retelling the whole story, Qiu Zuo couldn't help but praise: "Master Lin is so considerate. He can even think of whether this business place will be occupied after you are taken for questioning. I know.
The common people are suffering and it is not easy to survive!"
Gongsun Zhao pursed his lips, and the coldness on his face became even more serious: "This case is of great importance. I really want to take you back to the Kaifeng government office for questioning, and I will not let go of any clues. But you can rest assured that I will never
If you suffer an unreasonable disaster, arrangements will naturally be made!"
Old Man Jiang didn't believe it in his heart. Everyone's perspective is different. It's really rare to be considerate of others, so he bowed and said: "Yes! Yes!"
Qiu Wuzuo looked at his friend, but smiled and said: "Now it seems that Craftsman Zheng is really suspected. He may not be the murderer, but he is also most likely an accomplice. Now continue to chase An Daoquan from Jiankang Mansion.
What? I’m afraid we’re going to be a step slower again…”
Gongsun Zhao endured it again and again, but finally he snorted and ordered his subordinates: "Go check Lin Chong and see when Kaifeng Mansion gained such a capable person!"