Empress Changsun’s eyes widened and she was completely shocked.
Then this Mahayana Buddhist scripture is true, but its content is a set of foolish ideas. Doesn’t it mean that Buddhism has been deceiving Your Majesty?
The real purpose of embarking on the journey to the west is just to use the Mahayana Buddhist scriptures to divide the fortune of the Tang Dynasty?
Moreover, when Guanyin Bodhisattva appeared that day, what he told me was also false, wasn’t it?
The real purpose is just to use hundreds of households to isolate His Majesty.
After thinking about this, Empress Changsun suddenly felt like her faith had collapsed.
"Guanyin Pi, what's wrong with you today?"
Li Shimin couldn't help but look at Empress Changsun strangely. He didn't know if it was intuition, but he felt that something was wrong with her today.
"Your Majesty, I am guilty."
Queen Changsun's eyes suddenly turned red and she said a little ashamedly.
Li Shimin suddenly looked confused and said subconsciously
"What are you guilty of?"
"A few days ago, Guanyin Bodhisattva suddenly appeared in the palace and asked me to explain a few things to His Majesty. I almost believed him."
Queen Changsun said.
"Guanyin Bodhisattva? You said Guanyin Bodhisattva appeared in the palace?"
Li Shimin's heart suddenly skipped a beat.
It seems that his previous worries were right. Gods and Buddhas are everywhere. When 147 decided to destroy the Buddhas, the other party might have noticed him.
Queen Changsun nodded and said: "Not bad."
Li Shimin suddenly became anxious and looked at Queen Changsun with a serious look on his face:
"Did she do anything bad to you?"
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for caring about Bodhisattva and not doing anything harmful to me."
Empress Changsun was moved in her heart and quickly shook her head.
Li Shimin immediately felt relieved, and not only his eyes became stern, but fortunately the Buddhist monk did not act like this, otherwise he would have made the other party pay a greater price.
But this incident also gave him a wake-up call.
He has a dragon-patterned sword to protect his body and is not afraid of gods and Buddhas.
But Queen Changsun doesn't have any sons or daughters. If the gods and Buddhas are not good for them, they will use this to blackmail themselves.
That would be bad.
It seems that this matter still needs to be consulted by the prince-in-law.
"What did Guanyin Bodhisattva ask you to explain?"
Queen Changsun said:
"The Bodhisattva once said that Tang Sanzang did not follow the rules and precepts and was contemptuous of the Buddha's teachings. He had been expelled from Buddhism long ago. Now he has no relationship with Buddhism. Please do not involve Buddhism because of his affairs."
"Also, when your majesty was claimed by ghosts and wandered to the underworld, his life was almost over. It was because of Buddha's compassionate heart that he extended your life for another twenty years.
"Humph! What a load of nonsense!"
Li Shimin couldn't help but sneer. To this day, Guanyin Bodhisattva still wants to use these things to deceive him.
Of course, if the consort hadn't told him the inside story, he might have been fooled.
"Then what else did Guanyin Bodhisattva say?"
"The Bodhisattva also said that Your Majesty must not be deceived by some people with ulterior motives and misunderstand Buddhism. Nothing else."
Queen Changsun said.
"This is really unreasonable. Don't they know who is deceiving me? Buddhists are indeed hypocritical and shameless people."
Li Shimin slapped the table and said angrily.
At the end of the Journey to the West, the Dragon King of Jinghe was beheaded by Wei Zheng. The Guanyin Bodhisattva pretended to be the ghost of the Dragon King of Jinghe, entered the palace, played tricks on him, and demanded his life, scaring him so much that he couldn't sleep at night and went to the underworld as a ghost.
That's all, but now the other party actually wants to continue to deceive himself through Queen Changsun. It's really abominable.
Queen Changsun couldn't help but frowned and persuaded
"Your Majesty, although there are things that Buddhism does wrong, how can mortals fight against gods and Buddhas? Your Majesty, please don't do anything unwise."
Buddhism plotted against the Tang Dynasty with sinister intentions.
But gods and Buddhas are extremely powerful and aloof beings.
What's more, a behemoth like Buddhism?
Although she also felt disgusted, she was willing to attract an existence that she couldn't afford to attract.
Naturally, she didn't want Li Shimin to make some impulsive moves, which might not only involve the royal family, but also bring disaster to the entire Tang Dynasty.
Li Shimin naturally knew what Empress Changsun meant, so he patted her hand and comforted her:
"Don't worry, Guanyin Pi, I know everything clearly.
"Furthermore, gods and Buddhas are not as invincible as the world imagines, and Buddhism cannot cover the sky with one hand. I might not be able to offend them in the past, but that is not necessarily the case now."
Queen Changsun was immediately shocked.
What does Your Majesty mean? Could it be that you want to start a war with Buddhism?
It is simply unimaginable for ordinary people to challenge gods and Buddhas. What is the difference between this and a cricket shaking a tree?
If those gods and Buddhas hear this, they will be punished by heaven!
"Your Majesty, please don't say these words. It doesn't matter if I hear it myself. If the gods and Buddhas know about it, then..."
Queen Changsun said with a panic look on her face.
Seeing Empress Changsun's nervous look, Li Shimin was not too surprised.
After all, the world's reverence for gods and Buddhas is engraved in their bones. It has been like this since birth, and it is difficult to change. Queen Changsun will naturally be no exception.
"Guanyin Pi, didn't I tell you just now? At the Buddhist Dharma Conference not long ago, even Manjushri Bodhisattva bowed his head in submission before me. Manjushri Bodhisattva is one of the four great Bodhisattvas in Buddhism and has a high status in Buddhism.
Respect, the existence of boundless power."
"This is true even for him when facing me, let alone others? This shows that Buddhism is not omnipotent."
Li Shimin said with a carefree smile.
Empress Changsun was stunned for a moment. When Li Shimin said it just now, she thought he was joking.
The so-called bowing of the head by Manjushri Bodhisattva should be just a courtesy to His Majesty.
But now that she saw Li Shimin speaking so solemnly, she was not only a little doubtful.
"Is what your Majesty said true?"
"Of course it's true, can I still lie?"
Li Shimin frowned and said.
If anyone else had dared to question him like this, Long Yan would have been furious.
But Empress Changsun was gentle and virtuous, and she had a very good relationship with him. They usually talked like an ordinary couple and talked about everything.
So although he looked unhappy on the surface, he wasn't too angry.
Empress Changsun became more and more confused and said:
"Then how did His Majesty do it?"
As far as she knew, His Majesty had never practiced any magical powers, nor had he interacted with any immortals. How did he make Manjushri Bodhisattva surrender?
"Of course it's because of a sword."
Speaking of this, Li Shimin suddenly became excited.
"Sword?"
Queen Changsun was stunned for a moment. "Not bad."
Li Shimin said and took out the dragon-patterned sword hanging from his waist.
Queen Changsun took the sword and looked back and forth.
However, since she did not have the blessing of luck, she naturally could not feel the healing power of this giant sword.
I just think this sword has a strange shape and is very sharp, but there's not much else to it.
This made her wonder:
"Your Majesty, is it possible that you relied on this sword to make Manjushri bow his head and surrender?"
"Not bad, how about it? Guanyin Pi, what do you think of this sword?"
Li Shimin said, his expression seemed a little proud, as if he was showing off.
Empress Changsun couldn't help but feel a little funny when she saw Li Shimin's proud expression.
Your Majesty is so steadfast in his oath, it seems that everything is true.
There must be something magical about this sword, but she couldn't see it with her naked eyes.
"This sword is unparalleled in sharpness, and it has the majesty and domineering look of an emperor. It is very consistent with His Majesty's temperament.
Queen Changsun commented like this.
"That's natural. This sword was specially given to me by my consort. It's also a legendary magical weapon."
Li Shimin said with a proud look on his face, and then he put away his precious sword.
"Your Majesty, you said this was given to you by the consort? But how come the consort has such an immortal weapon in his hand?"
Queen Changsun was immediately surprised.
"The prince-in-law is an innately sacred being that even the Buddhists dare not provoke. Is it strange that he takes out a fairy sword and has Ren Ping?"
Li Shimin said casually.
Queen Changsun was still a little confused.
She naturally knew that Qin Ran had an extraordinary origin and might be an immortal.
It's not surprising to take out a fairy sword.
But this fairy sword can actually subdue Manjushri Bodhisattva, which is strange.
You must know that Manjushri Bodhisattva is one of the four great Bodhisattvas in Buddhism. He has a very high status among Buddhism and has magical powers. Needless to say, he is also the top figure in the entire fairy world.
How could it be possible to be surrendered like this?
If everything is true, doesn't it mean that Qin Ran is more powerful than Manjushri Bodhisattva?
Queen Changsun said in disbelief:
"Your Majesty, is that Prince Consort really that powerful?
"That's natural. The Prince Consort is not only the reincarnation of an immortal, but he also has an astonishing talent. His talent and intelligence are unparalleled in the world. He even knows the secrets of the immortal world."
"Everyone in the world says that Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui have quick minds and are the best in the world.
"Now, from my point of view, the two of them combined are hardly as good as the Prince Consort."
Li Shimin said.
Queen Changsun was stunned.
She and Li Shimin have a harmonious relationship and are very close, so it can be said that she knows his Majesty very well.
But she has never seen him speak so highly of someone.
She knows the talents of Fang and Du. It is no exaggeration to say that they are the best in the world.
But now Li Shimin said that the talent of the consort was ten thousand times better than the two of them, wouldn't that mean he would go to heaven?
"Your Majesty, the Prince Consort is so powerful, so why don't you let him serve as an official in the court? With his assistance, Your Majesty will have less worries."
Queen Changsun said: Join the court as an official?
Li Shimin smiled bitterly, why didn't he want to?
But what is Qin Ran's identity? He is an immortal who comes to the world, a being that even Buddhists are afraid of.
How virtuous and capable is he to allow the other party to become his minister?
He, Li Shimin, is not impressive enough.
"The prince-in-law is an immortal, so how can he value the power of Fan Wen? I also tried it, but he refused on the spot."
Li Shimin sighed.
Empress Changsun also reacted at this time and felt that her question was a bit redundant.
Power is something that mortals flock to, but for immortals, it is really not worth mentioning.
However, through Li Shimin's description, she became more and more curious about this consort.
You must know that although Qin Ran married her daughter Changle very early, his journey to the west began not long after. Qin Ran escorted Tang Sanzang to the West for Buddhist scriptures, and he went there for more than ten years.
Therefore she does not understand the other party.
"Whenever your Majesty leaves the palace again and goes to the Prince Consort's Mansion, please ask your concubine to go with you."
"I also want to see what kind of person this consort is."
Queen Changsun said.
"Okay, I'm also preparing to go to Ma Mansion to have a look."
Li Shimin nodded and said:
"There are many strange things at the Prince Consort, many of which are not even found in the imperial palace, especially the hot pot.
Speaking of hot pot, Li Shimin couldn't help but spit, feeling like the liver was being pushed out of the bowl.
I can't wait to go to the Prince Consort's Mansion to enjoy the autumn breeze.
"Hot pot? What is that?"
Queen Changsun was stunned for a moment.
"Hot pot is not a thing, but a delicacy that is the best in the world. It is spicy, fragrant, and delicious. It is a hundred times more delicious than the delicacies in the palace."
Li Shimin said.
Seeing Li Shimin extolling this kind of food, Empress Changsun couldn't help but feel a little confused:
"Your Majesty, where is this hot pot delicacy? How come I have never heard of it?"
"It's normal that you haven't heard of it, because this hot pot was invented by the Prince Consort and has not been popularized yet. I just tasted it not long ago."
Li Shimin explained.
Empress Changsun couldn't help but become even more confused.
"Isn't the Prince Consort an immortal? How can he study delicious food?"
This immortal is really not doing his job properly.
Li Shimin said
"My husband-in-law knows astronomy and geography, he is involved in all aspects, and he knows some cooking skills. Is it any wonder?"
Queen Changsun couldn't help but feel relieved...
Xitian, Daleiyin Temple.
Tathagata Buddha frowned, looked down and said:
"Is there any news from Manjushri and Guanyin Bodhisattva?"
"Ask the Buddha, we don't know."
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Tathagata couldn't help but his face turned darker. Why did he feel that the entire Da Leiyin Temple was full of fools? No one could be trusted in serious matters.
The secrets over Chang'an City cannot be calculated.
Guanyin Bodhisattva and Manjushri Bodhisattva had been away for so long without any news, which made him feel a little panicked.
You must know that this is a critical moment for the eastward journey.
If something happens again in the Tang Dynasty and the destruction of Buddhism becomes inevitable, the foundation of Buddhism in Nanzhan Continent will be completely destroyed.
At this time, the ancient Buddha said:
"Not long ago, the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty held a Buddhist conference at Yanta Temple with the purpose of criticizing Mahayana Buddhism and suppressing Buddhism. Presumably Manjushri Bodhisattva should be present."
"Then why is there no news at all now?" Tathagata Buddha frowned.
"Did something unexpected happen along the way? Someone is plotting against my Buddhist sect?"
Ran Deng Ancient Buddha said hesitantly.
Hearing this, Tathagata Buddha couldn't help but feel his heart sink.
Now it seems that this is the only explanation.
Although Li Shimin is the king of a country and has good fortune, he is just a mortal and does not deserve much attention.
What really worried him was Daomen.
After all, there are all kinds of doubts in this. Where did Li Shimin learn the inside story of Journey to the West? And where did he get the real Mahayana Buddhist scriptures?
There must be a big force behind it, and the most suspicious one is obviously Daomen.
If the Taoist sect intervenes, Manjushri and Guanyin Bodhisattva are likely to be in big trouble.
Tathagata Buddha said:
"Randeng Buddha, you quickly go to Nanzhanbuzhou to find out what's going on. You must retrieve the true Mahayana Buddhist scriptures.
"In that case, I'll take a trip." Randen Ancient Buddha said.