The Eight Winds of Rebirth

Of course, this is not the first time for Gu Xiangtan to come here. Compared with the place where he lives, the courtyard where Zhao Yuan stays is even smaller, but there are meticulous care everywhere in it. Just look at the small case placed in the study. , the inkstone from Gufangzhai in the capital, the ink from Biluoxuan, and the paper from Ziwei Pavilion, you can’t buy it with money, let alone the water gall agate paperweight that is as big as a palm. I can donate to a city lord to do it.

Zhao Yuan didn't know if it was Gu Xiangtan who was young or not knowledgeable, but she never guarded against him, and now she just put down the pen, folded the letter into the envelope, pressed it aside casually, and then called the person in front of her.

When Gu Xiangtan walked over, he glanced at the head, and saw the words "Xiaoyao Gambling House" on the envelope.

He lightly retracted his gaze and met Zhao Yuan's gaze.

Zhao Yuan took his hand, rolled up Gu Xiangtan's sleeve to see if the wound on his wrist was bandaged, and said while watching, "I can't touch the water these days, and I'll let Su Xi give it to you at this time tomorrow." Change the medicine, don't miss the time, so as not to leave scars."

Unlike those people, Zhao Yuan has never been so cautious when talking to Gu Xiangtan, sometimes even in an orderly tone, but it is different from his attitude towards others, more casual, although the voice is still It was gorgeous and indifferent, but when he listened carefully, it had a gentle taste. It seemed that in his eyes, Gu Xiangtan was never a spiritual boy, but a living person, a boy who had not yet grown up at the age of thirteen or fourteen.

Gu Xiangtan's heart warmed up, and after nodding in agreement, he couldn't help laughing at Zhao Yuan again.

It's like being blessed by some kind of god. Gu Xiangtan's appearance is born to be extremely pleasing. In terms of exquisiteness, he can't compare with Zhao Yuan. The eyes are warm and moist, especially those eyes, which are big and bright, and although the corners of the eyes are slightly drooping, they will look extraordinarily soft, warm and charming when looking at people, like a spring breeze, which makes people feel good for no reason. trust.

But Gu Xiangtan always smiles, no matter whether the person he meets is rich or poor, noble or humble, Gu Xiangtan treats everyone equally, with a light smile, a light smile, a smile, hanging on the corner of his mouth all day long, without any affectation, that The smile is sincere and warm, just right, even when encountering something difficult to understand, occasionally frowning slightly, there is a kind of compassion and insight into all kinds of situations.

Therefore, those who can see the true face all say that the spiritual Buddha has kind eyebrows, kind eyes, white water and heart, and he is really a living Bodhisattva.

No wonder Zhao Su once said in the last life: "Gu Xiangtan's appearance is enough to deceive the world, even if he tells a dying person with a knife-'I want to kill you', that person will take it as his own fate." He should be extinct, God will accept him."

And at this moment, he is smiling at Zhao Yuan like this, with crooked eyebrows and watery pupils, Chicheng is so grateful that he can give you his heart, even with Zhao Yuan's aloof temper, he can't help but feel his chest soften , couldn't help holding his hand slightly tightly, fingertips gently rubbing against his thin white palm.

Gu Xiangtan endured the slightly itchy feeling, and only carefully felt Zhao Yuan's cold and slippery touch, a sour, sweet, and astringent taste filled his heart, and his face also turned red.

Zhao Yuan stared at him intently for a while, Gu Xiangtan suddenly felt a chill on his wrist, but saw that his injured left hand was covered with a bunch of things.

Is it actually a purple chalcedony beads bracelet? !

Seeing Gu Xiangtan's surprised expression, Zhao Yuan lowered her eyes and said indifferently, "A few days ago when Bi Fu went to the market, he brought it back along with him, and then went to Xiangguo Temple to consecrate it. I don't believe this, if you No, just give it to someone in the temple."

When Zhao Yuan said this, her expression didn't change at all, and she still maintained her usual superior posture, as if a worthless little thing gave him a casual tip.

If Gu Xiangtan was really the Gu Xiangtan of this life, maybe he would have believed Zhao Yuan's words, but after ten years and a trip around the capital, Gu Xiangtan could still tell the good and the bad of some treasures, The string of chalcedony in his hand looks as dark as ink in the dark night, but when it is close to the candlelight, it reflects layers of purple light, so transparent that it can almost drip water, it is really the best jade, even if Gu Xiangtan has never seen such a good thing in his two lifetimes.

He used to think he knew Zhao Yuan very well. Zhao Dian said he was arrogant, the queen said he was mean and thoughtless, and the people said he was cold-hearted. Gu Xiangtan knew that this was not the case. That's right." At one time, he just thought that he was just caring for his brothers and juniors, just like his master treated him.

It's because Zhao Yuan really buried his heart too deeply, he never showed anything in front of Gu Xiangtan, never asked for anything in return, if it wasn't for the fact that he almost gave up everything in his life for Gu Xiangtan in the end, he would end up like this instead. The fate of dying in a foreign land, Gu Xiangtan, who can only see hatred, may not be able to feel Zhao Yuan's heart for the rest of his life.

All in all, the two people's two lifetimes added together, the closest moment is just now.

Gu Xiangtan listened to Zhao Yuan's words, and blurted out, "...I want it! Many, many thanks..."

Zhao Yuan was taken aback by that eagerness, but he soon returned to his usual "hmm", let go of Gu Xiangtan's hand, and a faint halo flashed in his eyes.

Gu Xiangtan loved his expression so much, he couldn't help but look a little longer, and said after a while, "Do you know I'm leaving?"

Zhao Yuan nodded, "The capital city is no better than Luli, so we must be cautious in words and deeds in everything."

Although the words were concise, Gu Xiangtan knew that Zhao Yuan's words were sincere, and he gave him the jade in the hope that his trip would be smooth and safe, and he would turn the danger into a blessing.

Gu Xiangtan had never been so grateful for Zhao Yuan's affection, he asked, "When will you go to Beijing?"

Zhao Yuan was obviously a little surprised, and frowned slightly.

"Who told you?" I also know about going to Beijing.

Gu Xiangtan thought for a while, and said, "I met a man when I came in, and I saw him at Zen Master Guanzheng just now."

Zhao Yuan didn't know if Gu Xiangtan had spoken to Chen Cai, but he only thought that he had understood the other party's origin at Guanzheng, and now that he appeared here again, although it could not directly prove Zhao Yuan's identity, it was just Gu Xiangtan's identity. Xiang Tan's intelligence is so clear, he must have noticed something.

But what Zhao Yuan didn't expect was that Gu Xiangtan would ask him so directly, and there seemed to be a look of anticipation in his eyes.

Zhao Yuan paused and said, "Let's wait a while." Although he didn't reveal his full identity to Pan Dao, he indirectly admitted that he was deeply involved in certain relationships with Jingzhong.

Gu Xiangtan just wanted to reveal to Zhao Yuan that he didn't need to hide it from himself, he didn't know anything and wouldn't care, and knowing it, it wouldn't hinder the relationship between the two of them.

He hoped that... Zhao Yuan could still believe in himself.

But this time, even if he tried his best, he would not let him down again.

……

Early the next morning, Gu Xiangtan followed Fu Yalian to Xiangguo Temple.

Before leaving, Fu Yalian reminded him of the things to be careful in Beijing.

"You have lived in the mountains for a long time, and you don't know the changes in the court. Remember not to trust your words lightly, and don't listen to any words to interfere with other people's decisions. You have to remember that you are a spiritual Buddha. If you don't want to, no one can force you. And your father Mother's matter... There is a master to decide, you only need to devote yourself to cultivating the Buddha and accept the precepts as soon as possible to save the common people. Xiangtan, you promise to be a teacher!"

In the last life, Fu Yalian also obeyed these words to Gu Xiangtan earnestly, but Gu Xiangtan didn't listen to a single word. In this life...he has memorized them all. Consider the situation and explore countermeasures.

Seeing that he bowed his head and said nothing, Fu Yalian sighed, "Anyway, if you have something to discuss with Zen Master Guanzheng, or write to Master, I will pick you up."

Gu Xiangtan had a sore nose, and finally nodded.

Fu Yalian just passed by and stood up, but there was faint hair growing on his sideburns. Gu Xiangtan looked at him and said, "Master, my father and mother are sure to wish you a long life in heaven. Woolen cloth."

So, please be sure to wait for my return safely...

Fu Yalian's eyes were also a little red, and she restrained herself to straighten Gu Xiangtan's clothes, and gave a soft "um".

Gu Xiangtan was not ordained, so he did not wear a cassock, but walked out of the main hall in a moon-white plain dress, followed by the abbot Guanshi, the four head Zen masters Guanyun, Guandu, Guanzheng and Guanhuo, and the other three. There are eight deacons in the courtyard and a group of monks, who are marching all the way.

Outside the gate, Prince Zhao Mian was riding on a horse with the royal guards, majestic and domineering. Seeing that Gu Xiangtan only curled his lips into a smile, as if disdainful, Guanzheng yelled, "In front of Xiangguo Temple, disarm, dismount, and see the spirit!" The Buddha is like seeing the face of the sky, who dare not follow!"

This sentence is the jade words of Taizu Jinkou back then, even Emperor Zongzheng dare not say "no".

Zhao Mian twitched, knowing the seriousness of the errand, so he turned over and got off the horse. Seeing this, the guards behind him immediately knelt down and kowtowed to Gu Xiangtan.

Gu Xiangtan didn't even look at Zhao Mian, he only turned his head to look closely at Fu Yalian and the Zen masters at Xiangguo Temple, then he gritted his teeth and let Su rest to lift the curtain and get on the sedan chair.

Outside the sedan chair, Chen Cai shouted loudly: "——Go back to Beijing!"

It seems to indicate that the roulette wheel of Gu Xiangtan's fate is slowly sliding again...