The emergence of the Taoist sect's eleventh member, Hedao, has a very obvious deterrent effect on the Buddhist sect. Many of the so-called "bottom lines" that Tianlongyuan originally insisted on during the negotiation process were shattered by this news.
When it came to October, most of the terms were similar, except for one issue, which was the issue of Tibet and the Northern Yuan Dynasty.
In fact, Tianlongyuan has always represented Tubo and Beiyuan. Therefore, Dongfang Li's negotiations and even Zhao Ran's visit were about a comprehensive plan, including the issues of the three major Buddhist kingdoms and many vassal Buddhist kingdoms in the Western Regions.
Tubo and Beiyuan also hoped to enter the Chaos Immortal Realm to extend their lives by "buying tickets and land", but they hoped that when they moved, the monks would enter in the name of each Xixia sect instead of their original identities. Therefore, the Ming Dynasty and them did not agree.
There is a contractual relationship.
But Oriental Rites does not recognize this form, and without a formal agreement, there will be various lawsuits and disputes in the future, and Tubo and Beiyuan will become two loopholes.
The reason lies in the way of practice of Tibetan and Beiyuan Buddhism. They firmly believe in the theory of reincarnation. If the eminent monks go to the chaotic fairy world to extend their lives, what will happen to the practice of reincarnation?
Dongfang Li said that since you want to insist on the theory of reincarnation, then don't enter the chaotic fairyland, but Tubo and Beiyuan disagreed.
When communicating with Zhao Ranfei, Dongfang Li said: "This is really ridiculous. To put it bluntly, they just want to put up a fig leaf."
Zhao Ran agreed with Dongfang Li's point of view. If the two countries do not sign an agreement, it will indeed be a loophole in the performance of the contract. If the other party makes a sidestep in the future, it will be difficult to refute. But he is not very worried about this. He told Dongfang Li: "
Any agreement itself has no validity. There are only two that have real long-term validity. One is win-win and the other is strength. Especially the latter. As long as our sect has strength, they will not dare to take a side kick. On the other hand, there is no
Signing the agreement is not a bad thing for our sect, and we will have no psychological burden when we punish them in the future."
With Zhao Ran's approval, the Dongfangli team finally finalized the draft agreement with Tianlongyuan in mid-October.
There are four agreements in total. The "Ming Xia Armistice Treaty" stipulates that the Ming and Xia armies will enter a state of armistice from now on. To show sincerity, the Xia army will retreat thirty miles; both sides will reduce the border troops, reducing them by half in the first year.
In the second year, the remaining troops were reduced by half, and in the third year, all troops were evacuated. No troops were allowed to be stationed within a hundred miles of the border.
It is stipulated in the "Quiet Agreement" that the two parties will open large-scale quesi markets in Xiaojinchuan, Baihe, Heishui City, and Yulin. No commercial tax will be levied on any transactions in the quesi markets; transactions between the two parties will use small-amount Ming Dynasty banknotes.
The "Station Agreement" stipulates that both parties should establish a mutual trust mechanism, set up post houses in Xingqing and Yingtian, and send post ministers to each other.
The "Preaching Prohibition Agreement" stipulates that neither party shall preach publicly in the territory of the other party, nor may they force members of the other party to believe.
In addition to the four draft agreements, the two parties also signed a memorandum, stipulating various matters for the visit of Zhao Ran, the Buddhist monk, to Xingqing. One of the most important ones is to absolutely ensure the safety of the Buddhist monk.
The relevant draft agreement and memorandum were submitted to the true masters of the True Master Hall. After approval by the true masters, Zhao Ran was authorized to go to Xingqing to sign the contract.
On November 8, a special plane dispatched by Junshan Airlines flew into the territory of Xixia from the sky over Baihe. Guided by the first Hongdao flying flying instrument of Tianlongyuan Xuanye Hall, it went north to Xingqing and landed in the square in front of the Xixia Palace.
Master Yinguang led the heads of the Tianlongyuan halls to greet the palace. Accompanying him were the abbots and abbots of major temples in Xingqing, Da Luze of several major Xixia tribes, Princess Rou'an, Gao Yanei and other Xixia dignitaries. and Crown Prince Li Renxiao, etc., a total of hundreds of people.
Zhao Ran walked down the ramp of the flying magic weapon step by step, and Master Yin Guang greeted him first. The monks stood face to face three feet apart and saluted each other. Thunderous praises and applause suddenly sounded in front of the entire palace.
After briefly meeting the Xixia monks and dignitaries who were waiting for him in the square, Zhao Ran entered the palace according to the protocol. He first met with the king of the country, Li Qianshun. The white-haired Li Qianshun was waiting at the steps of the Golden Palace and personally led Zhao Ran into the Daqing Palace. .
After exchanging greetings, enjoying the elegant music, and completing the brief meeting ceremony, Li Qianshun sent Zhao Ran out of the Daqing Hall. A group of eminent monks accompanied Zhao Ran on a tour of Jinbo Lake, and then entered the Jinbo Auction House.
Cheng'an, the owner of Jinbo Auction House, served as a guide and took Zhao Ran and his entourage to visit the bulk goods wholesale market, auction tables, real-time commodity price signs, and on-site observation of an auction in which Liang Xingxia, who has been in his seventies, made a special comeback today.
After the auction, Zhao Ran said: "I still remember that in the 22nd year of Jiajing, Pindao was the envoy of the Ming Dynasty. He came to Jinbo Auction House at that time and was full of praise for this unique business model in Xingqing. Returning to his hometown today is really a blessing. I have a lot of emotions. I would like to learn from this trading model created by the Chengdong family. I wonder if I can ask the Chengdong family to follow me back to the Ming Dynasty and set up one in the capital? Chengdong family, you have been away from your homeland for so many years. You must also miss your hometown. Alright?"
Zhao Ran patted the back of Cheng An's hand and asked cordially, but his eyes turned to the eminent monks in Tianlongyuan. Shen Xiu stepped forward and said: "Dong Cheng's family has worked hard and made outstanding contributions to Xingqing's business. We have always been grateful. Yes, I can't bear to let him leave. But Hongfa Zhenren has a compassionate heart and it makes sense. After being away from home for many years, it's time to go back and have a look. Even if we are still reluctant to let him go, we must understand and support him."
Zhao Ran smiled and said, "Well, let's pack up our luggage and go back together on the day when the Chengdong family returns home from Pindao. I can also learn and discuss with the Chengdong family on the way."
That night, Zhao Ran left Xingqing City and stayed at Cuiming Mountain in the west of the city. On the mountain is the Tianmatai Temple Villa and the beautiful Cuiming Villa. Living here, on the one hand, the conditions are better, and on the other hand, there are Longji and Longyang in the Bodhisattva realm. The master is with you, and there are Uucheng Buddha Tuo and Ulan Bodhisattva in the Jialan Temple not far away, so you are safe and worry-free.
On November 9, Zhao Ran attended the exhibition of calligraphy works of mountain guests held by Princess Rou'an. The eminent monks, dignitaries and celebrities from Xixia who loved calligraphy and painting gathered together to appreciate the two calligraphy works that Princess Rou'an had spent thirty years carefully collecting. Seventeen works of visitors from the mountains.
During this time, Zhao Ran was in high spirits and wrote seven words with ink as a gift to the Princess of Rou'an - smile at each other and let go of grudges.
On November 10, Zhao Ran visited Gaotai Temple, Jietai Temple, Buddha Temple and other famous temples in Xingqing. Wherever he went, he was warmly welcomed by the monks of each temple.
Especially in Gaotai Temple and Buddha Temple, when he learned that a monk from each of the two temples was about to live, he immediately expressed his position and allowed them to move to the Chaos Fairyland next year without occupying the relocation quota of Tianlong Temple. With this promise, he immediately won the favor of the monks from the two temples. The two disciples of the Arahant monk who had arrived in longevity knelt down in front of Zhao Ran and thanked Master Hongfa for his great mercy!