After rebirth, I joined forces with my mortal enemy to seek revenge.

Buddhism in the South and Buddhism in the North have different principles and meanings. Also known as the North and South Sects. The Northern Sect is represented by Shenxiu and Puji who spread the Dharma in the north, while the Southern Sect is represented by Huineng who spreads the Dharma in the south. The Northern Sect always advocates the theory of "gradual enlightenment", while the Southern Sect advocates the theory of "sudden enlightenment". Also known as Nandun and Beijian.

In addition to the Zen sect founded by Huineng, Jiangnan also has the Tiantai sect, a representative of Mahayana Buddhism. Both of them are representatives of Buddhism in the south.

After returning from Qiligang, Pei Jiaoran ordered people to investigate what principles Xuanjing believed in, and also ordered people to find out whether there was anyone behind Chanzhi Temple to fund it. She knew that the Buddhist temples in Jiangnan were prosperous, but despite this, she still wanted to uncover the darkness behind compassion and reveal the bones and blood of the people under the golden clothes.

Buddhism has evolved into eight major religions from the Han Dynasty to the present. The Zen Buddhism practiced in the south absorbed the idea of ​​​​clear talk about metaphysics during the Jin Dynasty, and its "Prajna Sutra" contains many words of emptiness and metaphysics. The two eminent monks Zhu Fashen and Zhidaolin often quoted it as a supplement, but only as a supplement.

In this dynasty, Buddhism and Taoism went hand in hand, but more and more people worshiped the Buddha. Zen Buddhism also gave birth to many preachers. It would be fine if Buddhism was stable, but they continued to expand and expand the temples, so that the people were oppressed.

Pei Jiaoran's eyes fell on the two scriptures "Lengjia" and "Prajna" sent by Shen Yunzhou this morning. According to visitors, these two books are scriptures enshrined in Zenzhi Temple. She had read both of these scriptures before, but they were lacking in legal principles and there were still traces of metaphysical thoughts in their words. In fact, this is also a way to do as the locals do in order to gain recognition.

Knocking on the table with his fingers, Pei Jiaoran frowned. Today Xuanjing is still preaching Dharma outside. Although he does not confuse the people, he is still a demon monk. But for a religion like Buddhism with many believers, some things still have to be done step by step. The same principle applies to abolishing obscene sacrifices.

As she was thinking, she suddenly heard footsteps at the door. He looked up and saw Li Xiujing standing at the door with arms folded. Looking at her with a smile on his face.

"Why are you here?" Pei Jiaoran withdrew his gaze and spoke in a calm tone.

Walking to stand beside Pei Jiaoran, Li Xiujing looked sideways, "The imperial court has appointed an envoy to observe the army. He and Lieutenant Liu still have some friendship, so I found an excuse to come and see you."

"You came at a bad time. I still have two scriptures that I haven't finished reading." As he spoke, Pei Jiaoran picked up the two books on the table and sat down on the bamboo couch with his knees bent.

Seeing Pei Jiaoran lying down, Li Xiujing came over. Lying quietly beside her, his eyes fell on her chin. The two hadn't seen each other for half a month, and he missed her very much.

Flipping through the scriptures, Pei Jiaoran lowered his eyes and looked at Li Xiujing. Meeting his eyes, he covered his lips with a sutra and said, "Xuan Yin. Zhi Daolin, an eminent monk in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, re-evaluated the new meaning through the Prajna Sutra and Lao-Zhuang theory. He has new ideas about "sudden enlightenment" and "color". Re- Do you know what the discussion is?"

Li Xiujing was stunned when he heard this. He was not interested in boring scriptures and never went to Buddhist temples. You can listen to those strange stories. As for promoting good deeds and persuading people to do good, he didn't think a scripture could have such an effect. After all, the sky full of gods and Buddhas cannot restrain those who are full of evil.

Seeing that Li Xiujing didn't say anything for a long time, Pei Jiaoran blinked and said, "Don't Xuanyin know?"

"I really don't know. I hope Prime Minister Pei can teach me." Li Xiujing admitted the matter honestly.

Pei Jiaoran smiled and said, "It is the Theory of Se You Xuan. This theory not only explains Zen, but also gets rid of the shadow of metaphysics in theory and meaning. It is a rare work. Xuanyin can read it if he has time."

"This is natural. But I didn't answer, you..."

Doesn't she want to do something to herself? I delivered them to my door honestly.

Under Li Xiujing's gaze, Pei Jiaoran curled his lips and said, "How did you get in?"

"Climb over the wall. Zheng Ou even drew a topographic map for me. It won't be difficult to find you." Li Xiujing stood up and lay down on Pei Jiaoran's lap. "He is my most elite scout."

Looking at Li Xiujing with a proud look on his face, Pei Jiaoran whispered, "I was careless."

Hearing Pei Jiaoran's gentle tone without anger, Li Xiujing breathed a sigh of relief. He stood up and held her in his arms. He leaned against her and pressed his head against her ear, "What can I help you with?"

"There's no rush, it's not time yet. I'll have people prepare dinner. You have a good rest first." With that said, Pei Jiaoran pushed Li Xiujing away, then stood up and walked out neatly.

Li Xiujing was suddenly the only one left on the spacious bamboo couch. Looking around, he raised his lips.

Not long after, Pei Jiaoran returned. He glanced at Li Xiujing meaningfully and smiled, "The chef in Shen Yuan is very good at cooking seafood. I ordered seafood. How about eating this tonight?"

"I'm not picky. Just eat it if you like."

"That's good." Pei Jiaoran smiled.

At dusk, the servant brought the dinner that Pei Jiaoran wanted to eat. The pried open steamed oysters were placed on a silver plate with ginger vinegar. Clam meat and egg whites were floating in the thin white porcelain bowl. They also made cold toad soup, steamed shrimps with old wine, and seahorse stewed chicken. dishes.

Dishes that are full of color, flavor and taste are the most appetizing.

"Try it and see." Pei Jiaoran said with a smile on his face. She has been to all over the world, so she has naturally tasted delicious food from all over the world. And he remembered that Li Xiujing had been traveling between Hexi and Northland, and had never set foot in Southland.

Li Xiujing frowned and looked at a loss.

Pei Jiaoran took an oyster and poured some ginger vinegar into it. Then she dug along the bottom with a spoon. The snow-white oyster meat lay on the spoon, and she handed it to Li Xiujing's lips.

"Come." Pei Jiaoran smiled gently.

Li Xiujing, who enjoyed such treatment for the first time, was beguiled by Pei Jiaoran. He opened his mouth very consciously and swallowed the oyster. The meat is tender and delicious.

With Pei Jiaoran's demonstration, Li Xiujing became more comfortable eating oysters. Before I knew it, I had eaten seven or eight of them, including the cup of seahorse chicken stew.

Li Xiujing ate most of the food on the table. However, Pei Jiaoran just ate some steamed shrimps with aged wine and put down his chopsticks. She rested her chin on her hand and looked at him.

It was already hot summer, even though there was ice in the house. Li Xiujing still unbuttoned her clothes, leaving her chest slightly open. There was sweat on his forehead and his face was red.

Li Xiujing felt more and more hot all over. He pulled open his collar impatiently and put down his chopsticks, "Let them take away the meal."

As promised, the meal was withdrawn. Pei Jiaoran turned to look at Li Xiujing, who looked embarrassed, and he was also looking at her.

Looking around Li Xiujing, Pei Jiaoran smiled and said, "It's time for you to go back."

"No."

"I……"

Li Xiujing hesitated to speak. He was feeling hot all over now. He didn't drink much wine, but he still felt hot. Recalling Pei Jiaoran's hospitality just now, his intuition told him. This little fox did something bad again, and yet he acted innocent again.