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

Pei Jiaoran turned around and smiled at the two people who were running towards them. Pei Jiaoran suddenly smiled and said, "Zen Master Duhui, long time no see." After saying that, she sheathed her sword and signaled Feng Yuanxian to take down Dao Heng and other rebellious ascetics.

Seeing her actions, Du Neng wanted to speak. However, Du Hui grabbed the corner of his clothes and signaled him to calm down.

Seeing the actions of the two men, Pei Jiaoran said warmly: "It has been two years since we last met Zen Master Duhui in Tongzhou. I wonder how the Zen Master is doing these days?"

She is extremely approachable and has no airs of a high-ranking person in her movements. As soon as he came up, he exchanged greetings with me, and Tie Hui couldn't help but be surprised.

After thinking for a moment, Du Hui gathered his clothes and bowed to Fang and said: "I am just a foreigner. In the past, I was not good at practicing Buddhism in Tongzhou, so I felt ashamed and left, wandering around the world just to seek Buddhism. I will see Mr. Pei again today. Know where Bodhi is."

Pei Jiaoran curled his lips after listening to Du Hui's words. Du Hui is still very sensible, and she is willing to give him face.

"There is a record in "Book of Wei. Biography of Shi Lao", when the ascetic Dharmaguo paid homage to the Taoist Emperor Wu. He once said, 'Taizu Mingrui loves the Tao, he is the current Tathagata, and the ascetic should be respectful.' The Zen master said that I am Bodhi. Then your majesty should be the Tathagata?" Pei Jiaoran asked Yan Yan with a smile.

Du Neng went out to salute, "Mr. Pei has good thoughts in his heart and has realized Bodhi. Your Majesty is concerned about all the people in the world, and you should be the Tathagata."

"What the Zen Master said is true. You two must also know the news about Chang'an. I wonder what your plans are?" Pei Jiaoran glanced at the believers around him who were already under guard by the Shence Army, raised his eyebrows and said coldly, "This monster monk is deceiving everyone with his monster words. , in order to kill the court officials. I will kill him today according to the law, are you willing to obey?"

Du Neng bowed his head and answered: "The state has national laws, and Buddhism has precepts and regulations. If you try to kill, you have violated the precepts. Neither national law nor precepts can tolerate him. Mr. Pei, please do what you want." After saying that, he glanced at Du Hui and continued: " I came here today precisely because of Chang’an’s decree restricting Buddhism.”

"Oh?" Pei Jiaoran said in surprise.

"There are many people here. I hope Prime Minister Pei can move to Chanzhi Temple to discuss this matter." Du Neng raised his head and looked at the people in front of Xuanjing's tombstone, "I hope Prime Minister Pei will be fair and accurate."

Pei Jiaoran originally came here to pursue Dao Heng, but now that the culprit has been captured, she doesn't have to pursue the others. She looked at the people around her who looked indignant towards her just now but now looked blank, and smiled sarcastically.

Pei Jiaoran threw the bow and arrow to Feng Yuanxian, "General Feng, please escort Dao Heng back to the state prison. As for the rest of the monks, they will be sent back to their temples and their monk status will be checked. If there is no monk status, they will be treated as fugitives."

"Here."

The people who were originally worried about being held accountable breathed a sigh of relief and hid their faces and cried bitterly. For a while, there was endless crying.

"County Magistrate Fang." Pei Jiaoran turned to Fang Jianyue and called.

She didn't expect Fang Jianyue to be here. Fortunately, Fang Jianyue appeared in time and delayed her time. And her words made her feel that she was right. They have similar interests and might not be able to travel together with Zhu Yu in the future.

Fang Jianyue stepped forward and saluted, "My official is here."

"Magistrate Fang left me here to appease everyone."

"Here."

After explaining everything, Pei Jiaoran turned to look at Brother Du Neng and said, "Let's go."

Three people traveling together. Pei Jiaoran did not bring any entourage, and walked alone with the two of them. The mountain breeze blew by, causing her clothes to fly.

"Xianggong Pei is also compassionate." Du Hui said with emotion.

"Compassion? The Zen master got it wrong. If I had mercy, how could I not allow the Buddha to save people?" Pei Jiaoran smiled playfully, twirling the sword spike with his finger, "I remember that when I was in Tongzhou, the Zen master also wanted to kill me. "

When old things come to my ears, I will look ashamed. At that time, he met Pei Jiaoran for the first time, and based on the words given by the nobleman of Chang'an, he knew that this person intended to destroy the Buddha. However, after some debating, he got a glimpse of her skills and knew that he was no match for her. He originally intended to kill her to protect her, but he missed a move.

He abandoned temples and traveled far and wide just to seek a deeper understanding of Buddhism. Seeing each other again today, he knew that no matter how he practiced Buddhism, he could not withstand the ever-changing Dharma, and her Taoism was based on great righteousness.

"If I were a Buddha, I would kill you. But your way and my Dharma do not allow me to kill you." Du Hui twirled the beads in his hands with a kind smile on his face, "This is God's will. I dare not violate it." .”

Seeing Du Hui making fun of the Taoist saying that God's will cannot be violated, Pei Jiaoran smiled and said nothing.

The two of them are not as young as Pei Jiaoran, and their pace is naturally slower. The three of them did not return to Zenzhi Temple until an hour later.

This is her first time back to a temple in Jiangnan. It is said that the predecessor of Zenzhi Temple was the former Sui Palace. When you step inside, you realize how magnificent it is. The carved beams and painted buildings are exquisite if not exquisite. Stepping into it feels like entering a palace by mistake.

It was as if he knew she would come early and the temple had been cleaned specially. There are sitting screens on both sides of the hall, and a handsome Samana stands at the door.

"Who is this?" Pei Jiaoran asked in surprise.

"This is my young disciple Qingfan." Du Neng replied.

Looking at Du Neng suspiciously, Pei Jiaoran opened his lips and asked, "Isn't Xuanjing the successor of Zen Master?"

"Both of them have their own wisdom. It is not impossible for them to establish their own clans and altars in the future. It's just a pity that Xuanjing is blocking their eyes." Du Neng sighed, "Not mentioning the deceased will only increase the sorrow. Mr. Pei invites you."

After the three of them gathered their clothes and took their seats, the ascetic Qingfan came forward to serve tea to the three of them. The tea is naturally not a famous tea, just ordinary tea.

The white mist cleared, and a bowl of clear water appeared in front of me.

Pei Jiaoran curled his lips and looked at Du Neng.

"This is mountain spring tea, don't blame Mr. Pei." Du Neng said.

Looking at the clear tea on the table, Pei Jiaoran smiled and said, "The mountain spring accumulates the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. Drinking it can clear your mind and shake your mind. Doesn't the Zen Master want to discuss with me the restriction of Buddha? Let's discuss it."

Meeting Pei Jiaoran's gaze, Du Neng clasped his hands together, "We dare not disobey the government decrees in Chang'an. It's just that Jiangnan is different from Chang'an. There are many obscene sacrifices here. The obscene sacrifices have harmed the people and have been causing harm for a long time. Today I am willing to use this to mutilate my body , pull the prostitute into the nose."

The word "Yin Si" came into his ears, and the smile on Pei Jiaoran's face disappeared.

Yes, in addition to Buddhist temples in Jiangnan, there are countless obscene shrines standing in the countryside, which is also harmful. Compared with Buddhist temples, it is even worse.

Jingchu worships witchcraft, and Jianghuai also worships Zihua God. Different from Buddhism, the obscene worshipers worship nameless gods. Because of this, there are many aristocratic families behind them. Most of the people's money was used to support the temple of obscenity, and the land was also abandoned. Local tycoons can take advantage of the opportunity to acquire land at high prices. The common people had no land to farm, and if they wanted to survive, they had no choice but to sell themselves to the powerful and become slaves.

It can be seen that the rampantness of obscene worship does not depend on the strength of its believers, but on the powerful forces behind it. It just so happens that Jiangnan is a place where tyranny is prevalent.

But if someone is willing to be a pawn, that's fine.

Sitting up straight, Pei Jiaoran put down the tea cup and said, "I would like to hear the details."