In fact, as early as the early years of Zhenguan, when Xuanzang came up with the idea of going to Tianzhu to learn Buddhist scriptures, he also wanted to plan a trip to the countries in the Western Regions.
But this was because the Tang Dynasty at that time had not yet defeated Tubo, Tuyuhun and other countries in the Western Regions, so Xuanzang had to go around in a circle if he wanted to go to Tianzhu.
But now, these obstacles have been cleared, and I still have to go around it?
Could it be that this is fate?
Xuanzang felt a little bitter and could only sigh silently in his heart.
As long as you can get those Buddhist classics and successfully obtain Tianzhu Buddhism, perhaps all these efforts will be worth it!
Xuanzang comforted himself in his heart.
"Master, after you come back from the Western Regions, you can write a book about their customs and geography. I have already thought of the name for you."
"It's called Journey to the Western Regions of the Tang Dynasty. What do you think?"
Hearing this name, Xuanzang felt inexplicably familiar, but before he could think more, Su Chen continued to describe his plan.
"At that time, this book will mainly record the geographical characteristics and humanistic characteristics of the countries in the Western Regions, and record a description that best suits their style."
"Then you have to write thirteen volumes of this book, and you must record more than two hundred countries in the Western Regions. No one can be missing!"
As he spoke, Su Chen stood up unconsciously, making gestures with his hands in the air, speaking in a decent manner.
On the side, His Majesty Li Er felt extremely disgusted when he saw Su Chen's somewhat excited look.
Why does this kid have all these weird thoughts in his head all day long?
Otherwise, a monk who is studying Buddhism carefully would actually ask someone to write a travel diary, which is really incomprehensible...
After complaining about Su Chen, His Majesty Li Er was thinking about how to get Princess Changle to talk to Su Chen.
He didn't believe that Su Chen dared to do this without purpose. Maybe this kid was planning something big, such as designing to defraud him of his money!
His Majesty Li Er feels that this possibility is very high!
Because this is in line with Su Chen’s style!
"Ten...thirteen volumes?"
Xuanzang felt his scalp was numb and said in embarrassment.
"Mage, what's wrong?
Is there any difficulty?"
Su Chen asked.
Xuanzang swallowed his saliva and replied: "The protector of the country has written thirteen volumes of travel notes. The young monk may not be able to guarantee the completion, because there are many countries in the Western Regions and their cultures are very different. It is difficult to control both the length and the content.
There is definitely no problem, but the final product may be slightly different.”
"What?"
Hearing this, Su Chen frowned, waved his hand, and said irrevocably: "I don't care how you write it, you must write thirteen volumes of travel notes, no less, no more!"
As he said that, Su Chen put his hand on Xuanzang's right shoulder, looked at him with a look of trust, and said: "Master, I believe you can do it, you have to believe in yourself!"
In fact, it was not that Su Chen deliberately made things difficult for Xuanzang, but that he had also read "Travels to the Western Regions of the Tang Dynasty".
In order for "Journey to the West" to be published smoothly in later generations and to ensure its original flavor, he had no choice but to use this stupidest method.
"Yes, Lord Protector, the young monk knows."
At this point, Xuanzang knew that no matter how much he tried to shirk it, it was useless, what was supposed to come had come, and he had better accept the destiny...
After continuing to explain to Xuanzang other things that needed attention during the westward journey, Su Chen let him leave.
"I said, now even the monkeys have been arranged for Monk Tang, how about we arrange a pig too?"
After Xuanzang left, Su Chen was still immersed in "Journey to the West", talking to himself very wonderfully.
"Ahem."
His Majesty Li Er coughed lightly, pulled Su Chen out of his fantasy, and said: "In a few days, it will be Cheng Qian's marriage. When he gets better, it will be your marriage with Li Zhi. You guys should be all
Have you prepared your things?"
Hearing this, Su Chen put away some of his smile.
I was so absorbed in my own world just now that I forgot that there was Li Er watching next to me.
Suddenly, looking at His Majesty Li Er, Su Chen had an idea and thought of a very good idea...
Ahem, since we want to increase the credibility of "Journey to the West", certain details cannot be left out!
It’s probably impossible to gather a group of four people to learn from the experience. After all, pigs may not live that long and are difficult to take care of, but...
Su Chen couldn't help but look up at His Majesty Li Er.
Um?
Why does this kid look so weird to me?
Seeing Su Chen looking at him like a cherished animal, His Majesty Li Er felt uncomfortable all over and felt very twisted.
"What happened to your kid today?
Even if you do some inexplicable things, why are you still looking at me like this?"
Your Majesty Li Er looked at Su Chen with a hint of disgust.
Judging from his experience in fighting Su Chen over time, Su Chen's eyes staring at him were definitely plotting something against him!
Does this guy really want to cheat me out of money again?
!
His Majesty Li Er immediately glared at Su Chen, as if to warn him.
Feeling a little embarrassed by His Majesty Li Er, Su Chen shamelessly explained: "Tsk, Old Li, what are you doing?
Why are you looking at me like I'm guarding against a thief?"
"Do you suspect that I want to defraud you of money?
Am I, Su Chen, this kind of person?"
Is not it?
!
His Majesty Li Er's eyes widened and he wanted to tell what was in his heart, but he still gave Su Chen a hard time and did not say anything.
"No, I'm just wondering why you arranged so many things for Xuanzang. Shouldn't you explain it to me?"
His Majesty Li Er said angrily.
Seeing His Majesty Li Er's appearance, Su Chen was secretly amazed.
Tsk tsk tsk, why is this old Li getting smarter and smarter? It seems that he is not as easy to fool as before. It seems that it is necessary for me to study and review him carefully when I go back.
When Su Chen thought about what he wanted to do, he couldn't help but feel a little uncertain, wondering whether he could succeed in deceiving him.
If he opens his mouth, I don't know if Li Er will beat him up...
After thinking about it, Su Chen decided to give it a go.
"Old Li, let me tell you something."
Su Chen said seriously.
"you say."
"Just now I observed Master Xuanzang's face, and then did a fortune telling for him, and found that his fortune is very good!"
"oh?
Do you still understand this?
Didn’t you say you practice Buddhism?”
"Ahem, this is called the leader of a hundred schools of thought."
"Okay, kid, if you have anything to say, just say it and stop beating around the bush with me."
Seeing that His Majesty Li Er was so cool, Su Chen stopped pretending to be a big-tailed wolf and said directly: "I just discovered that Xuanzang's luck is very strong, and he is very suitable to complement you!"
"Um?"
His Majesty Li Er frowned, feeling that there was something wrong with what Su Chen said.
