[Comprehensive] Traveling through Liaozhai with a hundred ghosts

After Xu Hang walked around the area, he quickly saw the problem.

It stands to reason that there are so many people worshiping the Buddha in the local area, this place should be illuminated by the Buddha's light, but in Xu Hang's view, not only did he not see the golden light of the Buddhist gate, but even the sky above the Buddhist temple was full of foul air.

The more Xu Hang looked at it, the more he frowned. He deeply felt that there was something wrong with Jin Shicheng. He originally planned to rest in the county and leave tomorrow, but now he stayed for a while to find out the local situation.

Xu Hang was about to find a home inn to settle down, when he passed the yamen, he saw an old man about fifty years old coming out of the yamen with a burden on his back, with a gloomy and resentful look on his face.Xu Hang thought that he had the spirit of Wenchang, he should be an official, and he came out of the yamen, probably the local county magistrate.

However, judging by the other party's expression, and coming out with luggage on his back, it doesn't seem like a good thing to be proud of the spring breeze, on the contrary, it may be a time of frustration.

Xu Hang intuited that it was related to Jin Shicheng. Even if he was not, since the other party was the local county magistrate, he should at least know a lot of local affairs, and maybe he could learn a thing or two about the situation from the other party.

So Xu Hang stepped forward and said: "Master official, I see that you look depressed, why are you bothered?"

Hearing the sound, the other party turned around and saw that Xu Hang Jiyue's scenery was full of immortal demeanor, he couldn't help showing admiration and admiration, but when he saw Xu Hang's short hair, he paused for an instant, and then turned into disgust.

From this, Xu Hang quickly thought that it might have something to do with the local monks, and he was probably wronged for being a practicing monk, so he was angered. This shows that there is really a problem with the "living Buddha" Jinshi achievement.

Xu Hang clarified: "I am not a monk, and I cut my hair short because of the customs of my hometown."

Sure enough, after hearing his explanation, the other party's face turned pale, and he was willing to talk to Xu Hang.

The old man smiled wryly and said, "Don't call me Mr. Guan, I've been dismissed from office, and it's a question of where I will go from now on."

I didn't expect that I would bump into the local county magistrate and be dismissed as soon as I came, and I don't know whether it was a coincidence or not at the right time.

Xu Hangdao: "I think you look like a decent person. Even if you are an official, you are a good official for the people. How could you end up in the situation of dismissal?"

Xu Hang felt that the reason was worthy of investigation, and it was still morning, so he suggested: "If the old man is willing, why not sit down in a nearby teahouse and explain it to me in detail, just think of it as finding someone to confide in and relieve your depression."

The old man thought for a while, and finally thought that after leaving Changshan County, he still had a long way to go, and he was also at a loss in his heart and wanted to find someone to talk to, so he replied: "Okay."

So the two came to the nearest teahouse.

After sitting down, the old man began to slowly explain the reasons for his recent embarrassment.

The old gentleman in front of him is surnamed Nan, ordinarily known as Nangong, and was dispatched here two years ago as the county magistrate.That Jin Shicheng was originally just a local scoundrel, but he suddenly disappeared for a month a year ago, and when he came back, people in the county discovered that he had been ordained and became a monk during this period.

Originally thought that Jin Shicheng was disillusioned with the world and started a new life, but he never thought that not long after he came back, he would start acting crazy.

He went to eat dung in the street, and claimed to be a living Buddha, saying that this was to purify the dirt in the world.However, because of his shocking behavior, many ordinary people were really intimidated, and believed his nonsense, not only regarded him as a Buddha, but even followed him to eat dung.

When Xu Hang heard this, he immediately felt very disgusted.

Nan Gongdao: "What's even more hateful is that those ignorant women and people took his words as golden and jade good words, and offered all their money to the temple. Many people knew that their families were not rich, but they would rather not have enough food and clothing to keep warm. The smugglers donated sesame oil and money to the group of monks, making them fat."

As he said that, Nangong sighed helplessly: "Oh... I really can't bear him fooling the people like this, so I deliberately punished him, but I didn't expect that someone would be involved. It turns out that Jin Shicheng disappeared a month ago. I went to Zhucheng to worship the gold monk as a teacher."

"Monk Jin?" Xu Hang heard another person appearing, "Who is this?"

Seeing Xu Hang's confused face, he really didn't recognize Monk Jin's appearance, now Nangong really believed that Xu Hang came from another place, and he was not the same as Jin Shicheng.

Nangong said in a sarcastic tone: "Monk Jin is the god here, he is called a monk but he is not a real monk, and he doesn't like being called a master. The local people usually call him Ye, and some call him Uncle or Uncle." This monk Jin himself has no talent or morality, but he became a rich man by doing speculative business in his early years. He was willing to spread his wealth and make friends, and finally let him catch up with the nobles in Beijing. Because of his many connections, He has many officials in his hands, so even if the local officials have objections to him, let alone punish him, they have to lie low in front of him, for fear of offending him."

Xu Hang was speechless when he heard this, this is the earth emperor in ancient times!Perhaps even the emperor in Beijing is not as comfortable as he is, after all, the emperor has to be controlled by powerful officials and aristocratic families.

"Listen to what you said, since the golden monk can cover the sky with one hand in this place, he should have some real skills."

Money really touches people's hearts, but as far as Xu Hang knew in his previous life, some connections can't be opened just by throwing money at them, they also need contacts, otherwise there will be no distinction between nouveau riche and nobles.

If Monk Jin is really a nouveau riche with no talent and no morals as the old man said, it should not be so easy to climb up to the dignitaries in the capital.

Nangong nodded and said: "I heard that Monk Jin really has the ability to understand ghosts and gods, that's why he got the protection of those high officials in the capital so quickly."

After Xu Hang listened to the ins and outs, he asked Nan Gong: "Then, is the gentleman no longer an official?"

Nan Gong smiled wryly again, and said: "I've figured it out now, anyway, I'm old, why don't I return home and teach in my hometown, and I, an old man, won't get involved in official affairs anymore."

Xu Hang was silent for a while after hearing the words, he could see that the old man in front of him was indeed a righteous person, as an official, it was a blessing for the local people, what a pity.

"This is the loss of the people."

Nan Gong smiled, this time it was a smile of relief: "I can hear someone say that when I leave on the last day, I, Nan, can be considered satisfied and have no regrets."

After bidding farewell to Nan Gong, Xu Hang went to the inn to open a room, and then used a talisman in the room to summon the local land lord.

I saw a half-foot-tall bearded little old man quickly appearing in the open space in front of Xu Hang.

When the little old man saw Xu Hang, he quickly cupped his crutches and said, "I've seen Xianjun, may I ask why Xianjun is looking for me?"

Xu Hang said, "I want to ask you about the local monk Jin."

The land was made public, and he immediately reported Monk Jin's experience: "The monk Jin is not a monk. He was only called Monk Jin because he was sold to the temple by his father when he was a child and grew up in the temple. In fact, He has never read scriptures or practiced Zen. He is just a handyman in the monastery. He is also lucky. After his master died, he left some silver for him. He used the money to do business because he knew how to make small Tricks, specializing in speculative business, so it made him rich."

Xu Hang asked: "Then what other skills does he have?"

The Earth Lord shook his head: "Monk Jin himself is just a layman, and he has no extraordinary skills. Those who are capable are his disciples."

Hearing this, Xu Hang was a little interested, raised his eyebrows and said, "You might as well tell me."

The Lord of the Earth said: "He is the most powerful Taoist who is personally known as the Taoist. This Taoist also came down from Laoshan. Speaking of which, he has a little relationship with you, Xianjun."

Xu Hang asked: "How do you say that?"

"According to the calculation, he is still the senior brother of Taoist Master Yan who traveled with you before, but he was expelled from the teacher's school because he violated the precepts ten years ago."

Xu Hang pondered for a moment, then asked him again: "Then how does his Taoism compare with Yan Chixia's?"

"Both in terms of talent and strength are above Yan Chixia." Said the Lord of the Land, and revealed a few more words, "This Daoist was originally the favorite student of the old Taoist priest in the Qing Palace, and he even chose him as his successor." It's a pity that I couldn't resist the temptation of the world of mortals, and finally indulged in false fame and profit, and now I have completely stepped into a fork in the road, and I am far away from being ranked in the immortal class."

After hearing the words, Xu Hang thought about it, and after inquiring about some related issues, he had a general idea in mind.

Early the next morning.

Xu Hang pretended to be a passing monk and visited the temple on the grounds of visiting the Buddha.

The temple where Jin Shicheng is located is actually very easy to recognize, and it is the most magnificent and magnificent one in this county.

Xu Hang looked far away, saw that the top of the pagoda covered with gold leaf was shining golden in the sun, and thought of many houses in the county that still had huts with earthen steps, he shook his head in his heart.

When I approached, I saw the plaque above the main entrance with the words "Golden Buddha Temple", which is also golden.Xu Hang stepped over the threshold and saw the monks in the temple. Sure enough, as Nangong said, all the monks in the temple were fat with big ears, wide body and fat body.

Xu Hang always felt that they were looking at him strangely, and it was probably because he was a stranger.And when they heard that Xu Hang was here to visit the Buddha, several monks licked their faces and greeted Xu Hang to wait in the side hall.

It has to be said that when these fat monks with potbellies made a courteous appearance, it might be because of their greasy appearance, which really made people feel sick.

Xu Hang endured his displeasure, and waited in the side hall. Not long after, a young monk with delicate features came.

"Master, our host has invited you over."

The little monk spoke in a dark voice, but it made Xu Hang frown. I don't know if he was delusional, but he always felt that the little monk had a charming look in his eyes, and he didn't look like a serious monk.

But no matter what, I will know more about Jin Shicheng when I see him later.

Xu Hang still made a superficial courtesy and said, "I'll trouble you, little master, to lead the way."

Xu Hang followed the little monk through some left and right turns, and finally came to a relatively secluded courtyard.

But after entering, the roof is covered with glazed tiles, the steps are built with white jade, the curtains are made of gold silk, and the walls are covered with paintings by famous artists.It's really magnificent, compared with the wealthy family, it doesn't feel like Buddhism at all.

Seeing this situation, Xu Hang can already be sure that Nan Gong did not lie to him, this is simply a group of fake monks who use religion to make money.

Moreover, Xu Hang found that the monks here are good-looking, basically fair and clean, about fifteen or sixteen years old, compared with the few greasy-faced monks I saw outside just now, this courtyard The monks here are much more seductive.

The arrival of Xu Hang quickly attracted the attention of these monks. He himself also had the appearance of a jade tree facing the wind, and in addition he had a clean and upright spirit, which added a bit of etherealness to himself.

The group of young monks in the courtyard are good-looking, but when compared with Xu Hang, they are completely different, the gap between mortals and exiled immortals.

Xu Hang soon saw the Jin Shicheng that Nangong was talking about. After seeing Jin Shicheng, Xu Hang smiled in his heart.

This rough appearance doesn't look like a monk at all, it's just a piece of muddy mud, even if someone on the street puts on a monk's robe, he looks more decent than him.

When Jin Shicheng saw Xu Hang coming in, his eyes lit up, and then his eyes glued to him.

If it wasn't for Xu Hang's self-cultivation, I'm afraid he couldn't help but wanted to hit someone on the spot.

Although Jin Shicheng already had quite a few good-looking young men here, a handsome and unique adult man like Xu Hang has a charm precipitated by society, which is incomparable to those young men, and also has a special flavor.

Jin Shicheng pretended to be kind and asked: "Where did the master learn from?"

Xu Hang still didn't know Jin Shicheng's filthy thoughts at this time, so he said calmly: "I am a monk to practice on my own, and I have not worshiped a teacher. I saw a Buddhist temple here on the way, so I came up to pay homage."

Jin Shicheng smiled so that the flesh on his face trembled, and said: "The benefactor is really a sincere person, and he never forgets the Buddha when he comes from afar. By the way, can you find a place to live?"

Xu Hang endured his disgust and replied, "I have a room at the county inn."

Jin Shicheng said more eagerly after hearing the words: "Since the benefactor is a Buddhist, it is better to live in the temple directly, which can save the room fee and allow us to discuss the profound meaning of scriptures with each other when we have time."

Being courteous is either rape or robbery, and Xu Hang is not someone who grew up in an ivory tower and doesn't understand the complexity of the world.After noticing that Jin Shicheng was very sincere towards him, and then looking at the fair and handsome little monks in the courtyard, Xu Hang still didn't understand what Jin Shicheng was up to.

Xu Hang felt nauseous for a while, and then he noticed that when Jin Shicheng asked him to stay, one of the monks in the courtyard had a forbearing expression, barely holding back his disapproval.

Xu Hang couldn't help but pay more attention to that monk, then pretended not to notice anything unusual, and replied: "If that's the case, then I won't bother you."

Jin Shicheng smiled and squeezed his face into lines, and said, "It's easy to say, everyone is a monk!"

Then he randomly assigned a young monk in the courtyard to take Xu Hang to the place where he was staying. It was a coincidence that the one who was called to guide Xu Hang was the struggling monk.

Xu Hang walked along with the young monk, while quietly paying attention to the other's expression.

I saw the other party's eyes flickering along the way, and finally, when he was about to reach the courtyard assigned to Xu Hang, the little monk suddenly stopped in his tracks.

Under Xu Hang's gaze, the little monk hesitated for a moment, finally bit his lip, and said: "Almsgiver, I think you are a kind person from other places, you must not know the place well, so you don't know about the dirty things about the Golden Buddha Temple .This temple is not a good place, I don't want to harm you, you better leave quickly!"

Xu Hang took the opportunity to ask, "What's going on?"

The little monk looked around, and when he saw no one else, he revealed to him: "My name is Zhou Kechang. I originally lived in Huaishang. When I was young, I was naughty and had fun outside, but I was charmed by Taoist magic and sold to the Golden Buddha Temple. Jin Shicheng is greedy for money and lust. The great monk is the same as him, the young monks in the courtyard are all their child molesters, some are young men bought from a brothel, some are trafficked like me, and some are deceived Believers donate their own children, and they stay with you, most likely because they see that you are good-looking, and they want to plot evil against you."

Xu Hang originally thought that Jin Shicheng was just deceiving the people to make money, but he was also involved in human trafficking.

Because of his nature, although Xu Hang's indignation was not intense, what Jin Shicheng did seemed to violate the justice in his heart. Since he has this ability, he will not ignore it.

Xu Hang didn't panic, instead he comforted him: "Don't worry, I'll take care of this matter."

Zhou Kechang was worried that he would lose four hands with two fists. After all, the Golden Buddha Temple was Jin Shicheng's territory, but seeing Xu Hang's calm and composed attitude, as if everything was under control, he suddenly realized that the person in front of him might be unusual.

Xu Hangdao: "Jin Shicheng won't be at ease for too long, you can go home soon."

Zhou Kechang was greatly moved when he heard the words, but he was still not at ease, and wanted to persuade him again, when Xu Hang stepped into the courtyard calmly.In the end, he swallowed the words, and secretly prayed to the Buddha to open his eyes and bless the good people.