Everyone was frightened by Puji's thunderous methods.
No one thought that Puji would kill people.
Moreover, he killed Xuan Yuan so neatly and then turned around and spoke strong words to them. Such a result was something that no one expected.
After Puji said something, the expression on his face gradually softened, and he said: "Everyone, our current situation is actually quite dangerous. Buddhism is suppressed everywhere, and many Buddhists even do not cooperate.
The imperial court has been sealed off. Temples in various places are in ruins and monks have been displaced. Under this situation, for us, if we do not change, we will definitely die."
Xuan Zhao nodded and said: "Senior Brother Puji's words are reasonable, and changes must be made."
At this time, no one left.
Because they are now extremely weak, if they do not have enough power to protect them, even if they return to their respective temples, they will have no way out after the situation is finally broken.
So let’s take a look first.
However, after Puji's words, someone stood up and said: "Senior Brother Puji, let me first state that the reason why I asked the question is not because I deliberately want to be arrogant, but because I have a question. My question is, what does Senior Brother Puji want?"
To prosper Buddhism, we must change the current predicament and reverse the decadent situation we have encountered. I highly approve of it. But, what does this have to do with surrendering to Wang Can?"
Puji smiled and said: "This has a big relationship. I think there are three points of relationship."
Everyone looked at Puji in unison.
But I want to hear what Puji has to say.
Puji said: "This is the simplest and most direct. Submitting to Wang Can and serving the Young Master can improve our strength. You are aware of the situation of Junior Brother Xuanzhao and me. Previously at the gate of Wang's family,
The two of us were bleeding profusely, and our internal organs and even our own bones were severely damaged, making us extremely miserable."
"It's just because the young master gave each of us an elixir. Well, this elixir is called the Sixth Transformation Golden elixir."
"After we took it, our injuries recovered immediately."
"Not only that, the bottleneck we had been stuck in for many years was immediately broken, and we have since reached the peak of our own strength. Of course, this is only the peak we think of, and it should be possible to improve."
Pu Ji said: "For those of us, the improvement of personal strength is also crucial. Before, we were unable to improve from beginning to end. The strongest person is the great monk Long Hai, who is full of dragon-elephant strength.
Extremely powerful, fierce and unforgettable, reaching the highest level. None of us can reach such a point. But now, we have reached it."
When everyone heard this, they all nodded.
The abbot in charge of each temple has his own martial arts practice, but the depth of the skill is different.
Everyone is different.
However, everyone also wants to improve their own strength. Because the improvement of personal strength is also beneficial to the temple. Just like Ci'en Temple, Ci'en Temple actually doesn't go out very often, but with the great monk Long Hai here, Ci'en Temple will always stand.
If it does not fall, even if it is not tolerated by other temples, no one can do anything to Long Hai.
Pu Ji looked around, no one raised any objections, they all nodded.
He was immediately convinced in his heart.
Obviously his words have convinced everyone.
Pu Ji took a deep breath and said again: "The reason for this second point is even simpler. Now Wang Can has a great say in front of the Supreme Emperor Li Yuan and the emperor. He has been living in the Young Master's house since the Supreme Emperor.
This can be seen in the house. Especially what happened this time was originally suggested by the Young Master. Now that we work for the Young Master and follow the Young Master's arrangements, we will naturally not be specially targeted again. Of course, what should be rectified must be rectified.
We cannot continue to operate the temple as it is. Otherwise, it will be in vain to submit to the young master and you will not get protection."
Xuan Zhao took the words and echoed: "To put it bluntly, the influence of the young master now far exceeds that of the princes and ministers of any court, and is far stronger than any clan members. Especially every move of the young master can influence
It affected the changes in the Tang Dynasty, so under the current circumstances, I think it is worthwhile for us to work for the Young Master and obey the Young Master's orders."
After everyone heard this, some nodded, while others remained silent.
This is actually what they criticize.
The temple is not for anyone.
The temple is independent.
But now, he has to serve Wang Can.
Puji naturally knew why everyone was worried. He smiled softly and continued: "I am actually aware of your worries and concerns. Regarding this point, it is really not a problem. Do you think that serving the Young Master?
If you obey the master's orders, you will be under the control of others, which is not necessary."
"Submit yourself to the young master, it is not the young master who proposes it."
"We proposed it."
"We took the initiative to curry favor."
"The most important thing is that although we serve the Young Master, the Young Master does not require us to pay any price. We do not need to pay greetings or report anything. Our temple is still independent. What should we do?
Just do whatever you want.”
Pu Ji talked eloquently and said: "It's just that there is this layer of relationship. This extra layer of relationship. For us, it is equivalent to an extra layer of protection. This is the protection of the young master for us, not the young master."
What do you want us to do?"
Everyone nodded slightly.
However, some people are still dissatisfied, but there is nothing they can do about it, because if they don't submit to Wang Can, there is no way out.
It's a complete dead end.
So I had to admit it.
Puji said: "The third point is that we want to prosper Buddhism. We serve the master and don't need to do anything. We only need to make one adjustment. In the future, our temples will still accept donations of incense and money from the people, and we will still accept donations from the people.
Land, etc. However, except for maintaining the operation of the temple, all our incense money will no longer leave any money. All money will be taken from the people and used for the people, used to relieve the people affected by the disaster, and used to support
The poor people. And, let the people have fields to cultivate."
"This is what we want to achieve, so that Buddhism can be reborn without being suppressed and can survive vigorously."
"Under the current situation, Buddhism demands change."
"To turn the situation around."
"This is the only way."
Pu Ji said in a deep voice: "And under this circumstance, we can continue to maintain our status and continue to maintain the operation of the temple. Even because of our good deeds, what we do will be recognized by countless people. In the end, we will be recognized by countless people.
In turn, it will feed back the reputation of the temple and increase its luck. This is the result we need to achieve."
When everyone heard this, their eyes lit up.
This is indeed the truth.
By operating according to this model, and with Wang Can's protection, all their temples can be reborn, be able to achieve nirvana again, and become a Buddhist sect trusted by countless people.
This is the only chance.
Although the money has been accepted, it has to be repaid and used on the people. However, the benefits obtained from such a result are huge, and it can help Buddhism prosper again and save Buddhism from the current predicament.
"Senior Brother Puji, I, the Eight Hundred Temple, are willing to obey your arrangements and serve Wang Can."
Among the crowd, a monk spoke.
This is the abbot of an unknown temple outside Chang'an.
"Senior Brother Puji, I also agree."
"Senior Brother Puji, I am willing too."
…
One after another they kept speaking, and everyone chose to agree. Furthermore, even among these people, there were a very small number of people who did not agree with such an arrangement in their hearts, but they could not resist it with their elbows. After all, Pu Ji and Xuan
Taking advantage of the situation.
Especially the strength of Puji and Xuanzhao has surpassed everyone. If anyone dares to disagree, even if Puji and Xuanzhao do not take action, the people who leave will not have a good life after they return.
Therefore, we have to agree to Puji and Xuanzhao's arrangements, and we can only abide by them.
Puji listened to the words one by one, a smile appeared on his slightly chubby face. He stroked the gray beard under his chin and said seriously: "Since you have all agreed, you are willing to respect the young master and are willing to implement our decision.
This is a plan. Then the next thing will become easier to handle."
"Everyone, please return to the temple and explain what we are going to do next."
"Spread the word about our reforms."
"As for the imperial court's desire to inventory our property, seize our land, etc., just cooperate directly. After this wave of policies passes, our new policies will definitely reverse the current decadent situation."
Pu Ji said seriously: "As long as we get through it and publicize the policies of our various temples, and countless people know about it, the news will eventually reach His Majesty's ears. Especially now, we are all working for the Young Master.
He is a person under the Young Master, so when His Majesty learns about this, he will also consider it. At least according to my judgment, Your Majesty may ask the Young Master. If the Young Master comes forward to solve this matter, then our predicament will be solved.
Once we get in touch, the officials of the imperial court will not come to the temple every day to conduct inspections."
Xuan Zhao echoed: "Everyone, this matter is related to the future of Buddhism. Therefore, the implementation of this strategy must be carried out and cannot be perfunctory. Once the matter is perfunctory and the emperor knows it, the news will be spread to
In Young Master's ears, then everything we have will be in vain. We may even face a more difficult situation in the future. So we must cherish it and don't just let it go."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
These people can serve as the abbot of a temple and have a certain amount of power. They are not fools. They know that we are on the cusp of the storm. If they want to alleviate the current situation, they can only implement it in a down-to-earth manner and take it from the people.
Only in this way can we truly get rid of the current predicament.
