"Shi Chongxuan?" Changqing was surprised when he heard this: "Could it be the same Shi Chongxuan who invited Taoists from both cities to compile the Sound and Meaning of the Taoist Scriptures?"
When Shi Chongxuan was active, he was no more than a child. Many things were mentioned by Master Daguan.
In the past, the Great Xia was hit by the heroine Emperor Zhao's political chaos. The court was in turmoil and changed frequently. After some palace bans, the government was returned to Zhengshuo. The aftermath of the heroine's political chaos was not revealed until several years after the current emperor ascended the throne.
calm.
As for Shi Chongxuan, he was just a craftsman who repaired shoes and boots in his early years, with a humble status. However, it is said that he accidentally met an immortal and mended his shoes, so he was taught immortal magic. In the past few years, he had many adventures and his realm of Taoism advanced by leaps and bounds.
During the period of the heroine's chaos, she cut off dissidents internally and conquered externally. The tribes of Donghu who had been restrained by Daxia rebelled massively and invaded Yingzhou.
People participated in it, and Hebei was shocked for a while.
After several battles, the imperial officers and soldiers were defeated one after another. Emperor Zhao was furious and pardoned all the sinners in the world. He also recruited slaves from the officials and civilians to serve as troops to attack Donghu. In addition, he invited the experts from the three religions in the world, hoping that they could imitate the way they helped Taizu Taizu of Great Xia and fight against Donghu.
An expert from a foreign land who is proficient in magic.
Shi Chongxuan came to prominence at that time. He first contacted Taoist masters from all walks of life, and also invited several Taoist elders who had retired to Taoism because Emperor Zhao worshiped Buddhism. Later, he went to dangerous situations many times to detect the movements of the rebels for the imperial army.
, and once fought with masters among the rebels on the battlefield. Therefore, he attracted much attention and was regarded as the leader of the new generation of Taoism.
Later, Shi Chongxuan attached himself to the daughter of Emperor Zhao, who was later the princess of Zhenguo, and gained deep trust. When the heroine returned to power, Shi Chongxuan helped the late emperor during various palace upheavals, and he was awarded the title of Duke of Hanoi.
Doctor Ziguanglu, Hongluqing and others presided over Chang'an Taiqing Temple.
At that time, Shi Chongxuan was regarded as the leader of the Taoist sect, not only because of his praise for his Taoist cultivation, but also because of his skillful planning, which greatly enhanced the Taoist sect's glory and wiped out the decline when the heroine was in chaos.
Even the two daughters of the late emperor, the two princesses Jinxian and Yuzhen, also worshiped Shi Chongxuan as their teacher, which shows that he was highly relied on. There were even rumors that Shi Chongxuan had a close relationship with Princess Zhenguo. Considering that the former Emperor Zhao
He has many faces, and his daughter Bao Buqi, the princess of Zhenguo, once studied the mysteries of the house with Shi Chongxuan.
However, the late emperor was weak, and all the major and minor government orders came from the princess of the country and his current majesty, who was still the prince. The root of the disaster was already laid at that time.
Because Shi Chongxuan was born in a Taoist sect and spared no effort to suppress Buddhism, he was deeply hated by Buddhists. He framed him several times and paid for desperate madmen to break into the palace. He sat on a dragon throne and claimed to be the emperor. When he was taken down for interrogation, he claimed to be the emperor.
Instruct.
Shi Chongxuan was protected by Princess Zhenguo, so he was naturally safe and sound. However, with the death of the late emperor, the conflict between Princess Zhenguo and His Majesty was about to break out.
The problem is that the current emperor also worships Taoism. When he first came to the throne, he asked Shi Chongxuan to invite Taoists from two capitals to compile the "Sound and Meaning of the Taoist Scriptures", which made him put his guard down for a time. This move made many Taoist people later come to the two sides.
He stood aside during the conflict and did not blindly protect Shi Chongxuan.
Chang Qing was not interested in whether Shi Chongxuan had an affair with Princess Zhenguo, but the "Tao Jing Yin Yi" compiled by this person was quite praised by Daguan Zhenren. Among them, the secret incantation of the inner sound made Taoism unnecessary.
Singing mantras is considered by Da Guan Zhenren as a spell-casting application that is expected to spread widely.
However, Master Daguan also mentioned that "The Sound and Meaning of the Dao Jing" is the result of collecting a large number of Taoist scriptures and gathering the knowledge of many experts. It cannot simply be regarded as the achievement of Shi Chongxuan alone. Looking back now, Changqing suspects that Master Daguan is insinuating that Shi Chongxuan got the power by luck.
He only knows how to show off his power, but does not really have any great intellectual attainments.
Seeing Senior Yingjun nod slightly, Chang Qing said: "I remember that Shi Chongxuan was very close to the princess of Zhenguo back then, and was regarded as a close party member. After someone captured him... he was executed in the city?"
Shi Chongxuan was regarded as the leader of the Taoist sect at that time, and it was true that he had great magical power, but it was still wishful thinking to hope that he could stand up to the imperial power alone. Not to mention that there were so many experts around His Majesty the Emperor today. No matter how powerful Shi Chongxuan was, he would still be unable to defeat four hands with just one fist.
"The leader of the owl is pretending to be his disciples to scare the world. Back then, Shi Chongxuan was the protector of the princess of the country. He fought bloody battles all the way to the end, and finally killed his person..." Yingjun looked directly at Changqing, and said in a calm tone: "...
…it's me."
Hearing this, Changqing couldn't help but change his color. He knew very well that Senior Yingjun was an expert in swordsmanship and divine power, but he couldn't imagine what the young swordsman in front of him looked like when he came to kill him in person.
"So, Shi Chongxuan and Princess Zhenguo are..." Changqing was speechless for a moment. Could it be that this former leader of the Taoist sect was really the seed of infatuation?
Thinking of this, Chang Qing thought of Du Jianzhang's ugly behavior again, and couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart.
Putting aside these useless thoughts, Changqing looked around: "Although Shi Chongxuan is dead, why did Princess Jinxian abandon this place?"
"The two princesses Jinxian and Yuzhen were apprenticed to Shi Chongxuan, but they were the imperial sisters after all, and their involvement was not deep. They moved to other places and built new palaces to settle down." Senior Yingjun said: "What's more, Princess Jinxian only comes here occasionally.
This is a temporary escape from the summer heat, not a permanent residence. It has been empty for a long time and has long been abandoned."
Chang Qing shook his head slightly. This small bamboo hut, together with the hot spring pool, and the enchantment that once existed, are enough to make many single and pure cultivators envious. However, in the eyes of royal relatives like Princess Jinxian, this place is nothing more than
It’s just a villa in the mountains where I stay for a few days every year. I won’t feel any regret if I abandon it casually.
It's a pity that I don't have the elixir enchantment at hand for setting up the barrier. Otherwise, restoring the barrier here and tidying up the flower beds and herbs may be used to retain Senior Yingjun, so that I can come to ask for advice more conveniently.
"You go back." Senior Yingjun looked directly at Changqing. Although there was a sword in her eyes, she did not feel that it was sharp: "If there is a chance, I will call you with the sound of the flute again."
Changqing hesitated to speak. Although they only got along for one night, for some reason, she felt that Senior Yingjun was very kind, and she couldn't help but feel admiration. She hoped to stay by her side, not just for study.
fencing.
But Changqing understood that senior Yingjun would not allow him to stay by his side forever after meeting him late at night and making such a tortuous arrangement.
"Junior...goodbye!" Changqing suddenly thought of the kind and kind-hearted Daguan Master, and then thought of his mother who was looking at the window. The huge feeling of loneliness almost made him suffocate. Tears welled up in his eyes, and Changqing forced himself to hold them back.
, bowed deeply, then turned around and left quickly.
After Changqing went away, Yingjun came to the edge of the cliff. She did not look at Changqing, but looked at a tall pine tree in the distance. A hidden figure stood on the treetop. Under the moonlight, his face was shrouded in shadow.
In the darkness, you can't see clearly.
Ying Jun stroked the cave flute with his hand, and the atmosphere in the surrounding mountains and fields fell into a state of solemnity.
The confrontation only lasted for a few breaths, and no battle broke out. Angzang's figure leaped across the branches and blended into the night, never to be seen again.
…
Half an hour after Changqing left the gym, Afu and Qin Wangshu walked around at a leisurely pace. Their hair was slightly wet. They had obviously finished taking a bath and felt refreshed.
But when they saw the quiet courtyard of the guest house, they clearly noticed something strange. Not to mention that Chang Qing went out to practice, but Cheng Sanwu's room was also empty.
"Envoy Fu, something is not right." Qin Wangshu made a hasty inspection and asked quickly: "Do you want to summon the hanging eaves people to search the mountain?"
"No need." Afu scratched the ends of her hair that was not completely dry, and said with a calm expression, "Cheng Sanwu went to take care of Changqing's little baby."
Qin Wangshu was puzzled for a moment. When she saw Afu return to the house and sit down, she quickly followed her and took out a boxwood comb to comb her hair.
"Shortly after nightfall, the sound of flutes came from the distant hills," Afu said.
"The sound of the flute?" Qin Wangshu looked slightly surprised: "I didn't hear it."
"Ordinary people can't hear it, so who calls me a yaksha?" Afu's lips curled up: "Besides, it was not an ordinary flute sound, but a sound transmitted into a secret place. I was vaguely aware of it. But it was Cheng Sanwu who didn't.
To think he had such a big reaction."
"The sound is transmitted into the secret!" Qin Wangshu made a movement on his hand: "There are not many experts with this level in the world."
"There seems to be sword intent in the sound of the flute. I probably guessed who it is." Afu didn't give a clue, showing a curious and thoughtful look: "After the battle of Zhanxuan, this person disappeared for many years. I didn't expect to find a fake Taoist priest. It seems that he would find a fake Taoist priest.
This person is active in the Chang'an area and has not gone far. He is well hidden."
Qin Wangshu was interested and did not ask about the person's identity, but just said: "Do you need to be careful?"
"No need." Afu obviously didn't care too much: "Most of Changqing's affairs are related to Prime Minister Lu. Eunuch Feng told me not to interfere too much. Besides, I also find him annoying. He puts on pretense and thinks he is noble and outstanding. In fact, he is just an unexperienced person.
The little doll of the world.”
Qin Wangshu's always cold face rarely showed a smile. Anyone in front of Afu would probably be a little baby.
"Then...why did Cheng Sanwu go to take care of Changqing?" Qin Wangshu still didn't understand.
"Don't look at Cheng Sanwu's stupid look, he's all pretending." Afu snorted coldly: "He values Changqing for a reason. We were sparring during the day, and I think he planned to train this little kid.
It's a pity that there is another Master, and he may not be able to win it by pretending to be stupid."
"With such extraordinary qualifications, he still pretends to be stupid. It sounds like Cheng Sanwu is the mastermind behind a huge conspiracy." Qin Wangshu still found it unbelievable.
"This is what I can't figure out." Afu turned to look at Qin Wangshu: "Take off your clothes."
These words may sound very abrupt to ordinary people, but Qin Wangshu is docile and well-behaved. He takes off all his clothes, and his white skin reveals a blue color like ice and snow, without any flaws, as if he is a finely carved white porcelain doll.
Afu motioned Qin Wangshu to lie down on the bed, and then gently stroked her body with her fingers. The yin energy, which was different from ordinary warriors, entered Qin Wangshu's meridians from various acupoints.
"I'm still injured." Afu looked at Qin Wangshu with a little pity: "Didn't I say that when activating "Tai Xuan Yin Sheng Jue", it is especially taboo to have an impetuous heart.
Only with the ashes of death can one reach the realm of corpse dwelling.
"After all, you are an ordinary human body. If you turn Xuanyin's true energy into Frost Kung Fu, your internal organs and meridians will be injured if you are not careful. If I hadn't noticed it in time, would you still have kept it in your heart and refused to say it out loud?"
When Qin Wangshu heard this, warmth suddenly arose in his heart, and then he couldn't help but feel annoyed, deeply hating that he had not listened to Afu's warning.
Sensing the changes in Wangshu's pulse, Afu anticipated her agitated mood and said with a wry smile: "You are supposed to be a cheerful person, you can cry when you want to cry and laugh when you want to laugh, but in the end you have to learn "Tai Xuan" from me.
"Yin Sheng Jue", tormenting yourself into such a ghost who can't laugh or cry."
"I, I want revenge." Qin Wangshu suppressed his chaotic thoughts and returned to a cold expression: "My martial arts skills are low and my bones are mediocre. If not for the envoy Fu who reshaped my meridians with secret methods and taught me profound martial arts, at this moment
I must have died a long time ago, and my body was rolled up in straw and abandoned in the wilderness."
"I said, I can help you kill the person you want to kill." Afu raised her hand and caressed Wangshu's cheek: "And even if you don't do it, he will die sooner or later."
"No, I must kill him with my own hands!" Qin Wangshu couldn't help but shed two lines of tears. His suppressed expression still showed great hatred, and his heart wavered again.
Afu sighed softly and said: "Let's do this. I will give that man's martial arts classics to Cheng Sanwu for practice, and let him practice with you. When you can deal with it calmly, the day of revenge will come.
.”
Qin Wangshu's eyes lit up, and he asked doubtfully: "Can Cheng Sanwu master it?"
"In a fight with Lin Shaoying outside Chang'an City, he learned the opponent's kicking skills in a few breaths and easily defeated him." Afu said: "Not to mention the unpredictable scheming, Cheng Sanwu learned martial arts all the way.
He is an unparalleled genius, as long as you teach him, he will definitely learn it."
Qin Wangshu nodded slightly and agreed to this method. Afu then took off his clothes, climbed onto the bed, and said in a charming tone: "Okay, now I will heal your wounds. Don't do such stupid things again in the future."
…
The next day, the four of them didn't get up until three o'clock in the morning. Changqing practiced swordplay almost all night, but he was the first one to go out.
"Oh, this broken bed. The mountain is just not as good as the one at the bottom." Cheng Sanwu walked to the courtyard holding his waist, and happened to see Changqing slowly swinging his limbs. He laughed and said, "You are so slow with this move."
, who can you beat?"
Changqing did not refute immediately, but after practicing for a while, he slowly stopped and stood still, then turned around and answered: "I am guiding the muscles, bones, qi and blood, and there are similar stresses in martial arts. Just like what you are doing now, sleeping for a night
, as a result, the muscles and bones cannot stretch. If things go on like this, the disease will accumulate in the subtle parts of the muscles, bones and joints. Maybe after the prime of life, all kinds of injuries and illnesses will occur.
"How many martial arts heroes achieved great fame when they were young, but in old age they were plagued by injuries and illnesses, and could not be saved by seeking medical advice. They even provoked revenge from their enemies, causing their wives to flee and the family business to be wiped out. Even if they saved their lives, they could only live in poverty.
How sad is it to be in the back alleys with wild dogs begging for food?"
This long series of words that were comparable to a folk tune made Cheng Sanwu gradually show a look of fear, but he shook his head, pointed at Changqing and cursed: "Good guy, I understand now, you are cursing me."
Good to die?"
Changqing slapped his forehead and said dejectedly: "Pretend I didn't say it."