Royal road

The chanting lasted for an entire hour before it came to an end. Of course, these nobles would not stay for three days like the ordinary people outside.

Liang Feng did not have dinner with Wang Wen, but was invited to the abbot's meditation room.

In the simple meditation room, the old monk sat on the futon and nodded slightly at Liang Feng: "Thank you, Master Liang, for the gift, I am ashamed to take it."

Liang Feng smiled: "The kid is poor, so he can only offer these common things. Abbot, please don't take offense."

"What's so strange?" The old monk raised his eyes slightly, "If you save one person, you will gain one's heart. Such a merit is far more than a million dollars."

These words refer not only to the Jinyang epidemic prevention, but also to the act of almsgiving just now, both of which came because of Liang Feng, and it is okay to say that it is a generous gift.

Unexpectedly, the old monk would say it so simply, Liang Feng said: "It's just borrowing flowers to offer Buddha, if Huai'en Temple hadn't stepped forward, how could it be praised by all the people. Saving a life is better than building a seven-level pagoda, and the abbot's merit is immeasurable."

Hearing the words "saving one life is better than building a seven-level pagoda", the old monk's eyes shone slightly.This is a concept that only later generations have, and it is indeed fresh to hear it now.

Smiling slightly, the old monk said, "I don't know whether Master Liang intends to practice in Huai'en Temple?"

Is this inviting him to become a monk?Liang Feng said hastily: "I'm entangled in mundane affairs, I'm afraid I won't be able to give up my life."

"What if you practice with hair?" asked the old monk.

"There is still a young son in the family, I hope the abbot will forgive me." Liang Feng still could not agree.

The old monk nodded slowly: "I don't know if the benefactor has learned other Buddhist teachings?"

"Never."

The old monk seemed to have been prepared for a long time, and held out a wooden box from his side: "This temple also has a legal system of prophecy, including ten volumes of "Tao Xing Prajna Sutra", two volumes of "Banzhou Samadhi Sutra", and "Shoushurangama Sutra". "The two volumes are handed down in the same vein as the "Diamond Sutra". It is a special gift to the benefactor of Liang, and I only hope that the benefactor will enjoy studying and reading."

Unexpectedly, so many scriptures could be exchanged, Liang Feng was a little surprised, but he couldn't refuse, so he had to accept it with a smile: "Thank you abbot for giving the scriptures."

The old monk said slowly: "Benefactor Liang has the Buddha's fate, this is Tianhui. However, Tianhui must be diligent and persistent, so that it can last for a long time. I also hope that the benefactor will read more Buddhist scriptures and live up to his fortune."

Is this to make him a generation of eminent monk?Liang Feng only felt a little bit of a gimmick in his heart. It's okay to take advantage of Buddhism, but let's forget about becoming the spokesperson of Buddhism.This old monk believed in him so much and wanted to save him?

However, the old monk's expression remained calm, even Liang Feng's sharp eyes couldn't see anything, so he could only nod his head in agreement.After chatting for a few more words, he took the scriptures and got up to leave.

When Liang Feng came out of the Zen room, he read the dharma standing beside the old monk and said: "Master, this benefactor Liang doesn't seem to be interested in Buddhism?"

It is precisely because he has been intensively studying Buddhism all year round that he can gradually realize that this benefactor Liang does not know much about Buddhism and does not have much interest.Although I can't understand why the Buddha chose him to enter his dream, this person is definitely not a person who can cut off the fate of the world.Why is the master so persistent in giving him scriptures?

The old monk said indifferently: "How many pilgrims have been added to the temple these days?"

Nianfa froze for a moment: "I'm afraid there are thousands of people."

"Why are these thousands of people here?"

"Because of the epidemic."

"If the temple starts giving porridge to the poor, how many pilgrims will there be?" the old monk continued to ask.

"This..." The chanting was suddenly at a loss for words.

Yes, Buddhism was introduced to China from the Han Dynasty. After more than a hundred years, the number of believers is still limited, because the Buddhist teachings are completely different from the Central Plains Confucianism.Whether it is shaving or sitting in the body, or being a monk or cremator, the common people who are deeply influenced by Confucianism are deterred.The reason why Huai'en Temple was able to build a temple of such a scale was that it was convenient because of the large number of Hu people in Bingzhou.

However, the matter of epidemic prevention has increased Si Zhongxin by thousands.Although it is costly to donate rice and grain, it is very convenient to buy people's hearts.And such kind deeds will inevitably attract praise from the rich and powerful families, and the Guo family will not be the only ones who will donate rice and food.If things go on like this, why worry about the failure of Buddhism?

Seeing that the method of reciting was finally awakened, the old monk nodded slowly: "Benefactor Liang is a person who is destined for the Buddha. What you need to see is the cause and effect brought by him. If it is because of a small private thought that destroys the purpose of my Buddha's law, then it will be destroyed." It's a sin."

The thought method finally understood.It doesn't really matter whether Liang Feng believes in Buddhism or not, and it doesn't really matter what he wants to do with the title of "Buddha son".The important thing is that what he did has indeed promoted Buddhism and made more people become believers. This is the greatest achievement.Isn’t the wish of the Mahayana the salvation of all sentient beings?

Suddenly awakened, he recited the Dharma together and said: "Thank you, Master, for your teaching. Benefactor Liang is a disciple of the Buddha, and there is absolutely nothing to discuss!"

This is the endorsement that Huai En Temple must make, and it is also a prerequisite for it to be tied to Liang Feng.Only when this matter is confirmed, can Huai'en Temple continue to treat the poor and influence the family.Those wealthy women with good intentions are easier to attract than scholars of Confucian classics.Entering the world through compassion is probably much easier than talking about mystery.

The old monk nodded: "That's right."

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Holding the wooden box and returning to the wing room, Wang Wen couldn't help wondering: "The abbot gave you something?"

"A few volumes of Buddhist scriptures." Liang Feng smiled and handed the box over.

Wang Wen hurriedly opened it, flipped through it, and sighed softly: "Even if I am the one, I haven't read all of these scriptures. The abbot treats you very well!"

It is very important, but Liang Feng always feels that the old monk should know his true thoughts, so why would he still pass on his scriptures?But since I'm on a pirate ship, it shouldn't be a bad thing to read more Buddhist scriptures.

Thinking of this, Liang Feng said with a smile: "Since Zhongzheng has never read it, why don't I copy a copy and study together?"

Wang Wen really liked Buddhism, and loved the willow script very much, so he couldn't help but said happily: "It's so good! After the fast meal, we will go back home."

Liang Feng was a little tired after posing for a day, so it would be nice to go back early.Not long after, the little novice brought the fast food. The fast food in the temple is not as exquisite as the vegetarian food in later generations, it is a real simple meal.The two just ate a few mouthfuls, and went out together after completing the fasting etiquette.

At this moment, some of the disciples of the high school who had eaten the fast meal were also preparing to leave.Walking to the side room, the two happened to meet a team.As if they had spotted them, a round-faced man in military uniform came over and said respectfully, "Wang Zhongzheng, the northern captain would like to invite Liang Langjun to move forward."

Following the servant's guidance, Wang Wen saw the old man standing in the corridor not far away, nodded with a smile and said, "Zixi, that is Liu Shize, the captain of the northern Xiongnu, with a noble status. Go and listen to his teachings." .”

Liang Feng was really taken aback.You must know that the nobles of the Xiongnu all use Han surnames today, and the royal family has all changed their surnames to Liu because they have been married to the Han Dynasty for several generations and claim to be nephews of big men.A captain in the north of the Xiongnu who can sit before the king of Jinyang, and his surname is Liu, don't think about it except the royal family of the Huns!However, no matter how bad Liang Feng's history is, he still knows that one of the Huns in the disaster of Wuhuluanhua was none other than the Xiongnu!

My heart beat wildly, but at this time, I couldn't show my timidity.Liang Feng regained his composure, followed the servant, and walked to the corridor beside him.

I saw an old man standing on the porch with his hands folded, looking at the dancing prayer flags in the courtyard.Although he is old, he has a standard literati demeanor, no old or weak, only elegant.If he doesn't reveal his identity, I'm afraid no one will find out that he is a Hun.

Seeing Liang Feng approaching, the man turned around slowly, looked Liang Feng up and down with a pair of clear eyes, and said with a gentle smile: "I have heard about the Buddha's dream for a long time, and I have never imagined that Mr. Liang has such a handsome figure."

Liang Feng cupped his hands slightly: "The captain is absurd, I am ashamed of myself."

Liu Xuan smiled: "The old man is also curious, and really wants to ask, what does the dream scene look like?"

Unexpectedly, the Huns came to him to ask about a dream, Liang Feng did not refuse, and briefly described the scene in the dream where the tree gave the sermon to the Lonely Garden.In this era, very few people have been to India. Although what Liang Feng said was not exhaustive, there was a little bit of exoticism in it, which made the old man listen with gusto.

After Liang Feng finished speaking, Liu Xuan sighed slowly: "It is very rare to have such a relationship with Buddha. This time Jinyang's epidemic prevention, Liang Langjun has made great contributions."

"It's not as good as the people in the medical dormitory and the monks in the temple." Liang Feng smiled modestly.

The old man laughed when he heard the words: "By the way, I don't know if Mr. Liang Langjun still has the scripture paper that Mr. Guo got this time? This old man loves Buddhism very much, and I want to ask for some scriptures to be copied."

Liang Feng hesitated for a moment before he replied: "I still have some in my hand, I wonder if a thousand sheets are enough?"

"Naturally enough." Liu Xuan smiled, "Fifty stones of millet, I will send someone to Zhongzheng's residence to thank Mr. Liang for his generosity."

Unexpectedly, the Xiongnu prince was so kind, Liang Feng quickly returned the gift and thanked him.

Liu Xuan glanced at him again, and asked, "Where did you study? Who did you learn from?"

Liang Feng said: "I used to study in Fan Yang, but I was weak and weak in my studies since I was a child."

Glancing at Liang Feng's emaciated figure, Liu Xuan nodded slowly: "With your temperament, worshiping Buddha is also good. But you still have to read books, and you can't neglect your studies because of Buddhism."

This is almost like the earnest teaching of the elders, Liang Feng showed some shame on his face: "Thank you, Captain, for your guidance."

Liu Xuan waved his hand: "Where can I talk about giving advice. The incident in Jinyang this time surprised me. Being able to prevent and treat typhoid fever is a great merit. You have a chance and a kind heart. You are a good boy. Don't let it go to waste." These."

After chatting a few more words, he let Liang Feng back.Unexpectedly, the man came back so quickly, Wang Wen said: "Why is Liu Duwei looking for you?"

Liang Feng smiled wryly: "I just asked for some scripture papers, and let me study hard, don't waste the scriptures and history."

"Haha." Hearing this, Wang Wen was delighted, "He is a disciple of Sun Shuran, a great Confucian in Qingzhou. Restarting studies, famous teaching is still the foundation after all.”

Although he believed in Buddhism, Wang Wen's family education was profound, and his foundation in Confucian classics was not weak. How could he not see Liang Feng's flaws in this.If he can study poetry and books for several years, I am afraid that this son's future will be limitless.

Although Liang Feng had a smile on his face, the bottom of his heart was not calm.If Wuhuluanhua was still a distant future for him before, then after meeting this Hun royal family, a sense of urgency suddenly came to his mind.He has never realized so clearly that this is the end of the Western Jin Dynasty and the beginning of troubled times.All the singing and dancing are just phantoms before destruction.This is Bingzhou, the home of the Huns. If troubled times come, how will we deal with it?

Suppressing the restlessness in his heart, Liang Feng followed Wang Wen and walked outside the temple.

On the other side, the round-faced man asked in a low voice: "King Zuo Xian, Liang Feng is Liang Xi's heir, will it affect the plan?"

For the Huns in Bingzhou, Liang Xi is a hated character who can stop children from crying at night.Back then, as the governor of Bingzhou, he tossed the five Xiongnu to death, and also completely surrendered the Southern Xiongnu, surrendering to Cao Wei's feet.Now that a major event is imminent, how can it not be shocking for a son of the Liang family to appear suddenly?

Liu Xuan smiled, "He's not ambitious."

Liu Xuan is old and refined, and he called Liang Feng to stop just now, just to find out.If Liang Feng was familiar with family history, he should know the old hatred between his ancestors and the Huns. No matter how good a person is at concealing it, he should show his flaws.But that kid didn't seem to have thought of it at all, his words were humble and his expression was natural.The only time he was shaken was when he heard that he wanted to buy paper.It is not difficult to guess that he left some papers and planned to sell them.

It happened that they were all so poor, so Liang Zixi didn't pay attention to his studies, but instead got involved with Buddhism.Anyone who has some ambitions will not be so confused.

From this point of view, he really looks like a compassionate person who converted to Buddhism because the Buddha fell into a dream.Such a role, not only will not affect major events, it may even help.Just like Liu Xuan himself, most of the Huns believe in Buddhism. If they can recruit Buddhist disciples to their side, wouldn't it be God's blessing?This Liang Feng, not only can't fight, but also has to win over with all his heart.

It happened that he was still Wang Wen's distinguished guest.The Wang family of Jinyang and the court of the Xiongnu have always been on good terms, isn't it just God's will?

Smiling slightly, the old man said: "When we go back, we will send fifty shi of grain and rice to Liang Zixi, and replace the carts with five handsome horses, and keep them together."

These things are not as good as a drop in the bucket for him.But for that down-and-out noble family, it was no small favor.It depends on whether he appreciates it or not.

"Go to Yecheng again and see when Yuan Hai will come back?" Liu Xuan instructed the man.The man responded and stepped back quickly.

Liu Xuan took a long breath and looked at the prayer flags above his head again.It is a good omen that the epidemic subsides this time. I only hope that the major events in the family will go so smoothly.

The author has something to say: I misremembered Liu Xuan's age in the previous chapter, please correct it.This man is the cousin of Liu Yuan, the founding monarch of Zhao Han. It was he who gave Liu Yuan the title of Zuo Xianwang, so that he unified the five tribes of the Huns and rebelled.Like Liu Yuan and Liu Cong, he also studied poetry and books, and worshiped great Confucianism as his teacher. He probably wanted to be a famous official of the Jin Dynasty, but unfortunately the emperor of the Sima family was too disappointing...