White Bone Monkey King

Youshi.

It's time for dinner.

The sunset is like fire on the horizon, and the sun is setting in the west.

Yellow and old.

And in the east, a faint hanging moon rises echoing in the distance.

Although Mr. Fu Yin specially held the banquet at the dinner point, the sun was setting at this time and there was no sun above his head, but the night wind blowing in his face was still sultry.

Fucheng.

Government office.

This time the banquet was held in the inner hall of the government office.

Local government offices are generally divided into three areas. The front is the public hall where official affairs are handled. The allusion to Bo Gongtang comes from here.

In the middle of the court hall is the area where staff or some petty officials handle official business, such as the document library and study room.

Finally there is the inner hall.

This inner hall only houses Fu Yin and Fu Yin's family members, which is similar to a government compound.

Of course, Kangding State does not restrict you to living in the yamen. You can also build a mansion at your own expense.

In the inner courtyard at this time.

Lanterns are hung, and servants are constantly flowing to light candles for the lanterns. Although the sun has not completely set yet, the lighting of these lanterns still makes the sightline in the yard wider and brighter, adding to the popularity.

At this time, there were two rows of desks in the yard, each desk filled with sweet and sour fruits to quench thirst and cool down the heat. If we count one desk per person, there are twenty or thirty desks in the venue.

In the upper position, there are two desks. Needless to say, one of the desks must belong to Mr. Fu Yin.

Looking at the whole Wuzhou Prefecture, the only one who can be equal to Fu Yin is the Duwei General who holds the military talisman and can mobilize the military power of Wuzhou Prefecture.

Because Jin An and the old Taoist priest arrived too early, they randomly picked a small corner closest to the wall and sat down in a low-key manner, and then the two of them ate the iced fruit on the desk without saying anything.

Jiajian was a gangster, and Jin An certainly wouldn't let him jump into the yamen's den.

Both are very low-key.

Happy to be quiet.

I was busy eating iced fruit to relieve the heat.

The weather is getting worse and worse. It's so hot. Even if he just sits like this for a while, the old Taoist priest feels like he's on pins and needles moving around.

"What's wrong with you, Old Dao?"

"Little brother, don't you think the weather is so sultry that even your butt pads are wet when you sit on them?"

Jin An, who was eating peaches, had several black lines hanging from his forehead.

"I don't know if it's my misunderstanding. How do I feel that the big peach and the bright red apple we eat in our hands taste the same as the ones you treated us to in the Taoist temple?" The old Taoist priest was suspicious. Look at Jin An.

"Little brother, are you picking the fruit of Lord Fu Yin?"

Jin An immediately argued righteously: "Master Fu Yin is a good official for the people. He knows everything clearly and does not hesitate to examine suspicious cases for us late at night and release us without charge overnight. Am I the kind of person who wants to covet his fruits?"

"Only the state officials are allowed to set fires and the people are not allowed to light lamps? Can the families of other wealthy and unkind merchants and wealthy families afford these things?"

The old Taoist priest thought it made sense, but he still looked at Jin An with some suspicion. After all, Jin An had a criminal record and dared to steal the pears from Magistrate Zhang's house when he was in Chang County.

At this time, more and more people came to the venue, and almost half of the seats were filled. These people were all prominent figures in the city.

Either the master of the Taoist Temple or the abbot of the Great Buddha Temple can be said to have a high reputation among the people and a strong reputation. These people all know each other, and they dislike each other's Taoism and Buddhism.

Basically, Taoist priests cluster with Taoist priests, and monks cluster with monks. The left and right sides are clearly differentiated.

However, in terms of numbers, the Buddhist sect in Fucheng is more powerful, with more than half the number of people.

And some of these people are loners with withdrawn personalities.

Jin An guessed that these people should be people like folk goddesses and Mr. Yin Yang who were recommended upwards by local officials.

But these people are still a minority.

These are solitary people who are used to doing things alone. The monks and Taoists in the city look down on these witches and wizards who cheat money from the countryside, and the witches and yin-yang gentlemen in the countryside also look down on these pretentious viewers who are just fishing for fame. or abbot.

This is like a class antagonism.

Jin An seemed to be chatting with the old Taoist priest, but in fact he had been quietly paying attention to these people, and his eyes were thoughtful. Are there any associates of the antique dealers among these people?

Jin An didn't believe that those antique dealers went to such great lengths to deliberately go around and hand over the little Hanba they had worked so hard to rob tombs to Fu Yin, just to do good deeds without leaving their name.

There must be an antique dealer accomplice among these people.

In the Buddhist door opposite, the top position has always been empty, and the abbot of Bailong Temple was not seen among the people present. It is probably because they came too early and the abbot of Bailong Temple has not arrived yet.

said the abbot.

The abbot will be here soon.

As the sound of the Zen staff falling to the ground approached, the abbot of Bailong Temple and the two old monks in the temple came into the eyes of everyone present.

When the abbot of Bailong Temple appeared, the people who were talking to each other, whether they were Taoist priests, monks from other temples, or those solitary goddesses and Mr. Yin Yang, all looked at him with solemnity.

It can be seen that Bailong Temple, an ancient temple that has experienced hundreds of years of ups and downs, has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

Especially that day, the scene where the Buddha statue appeared in full view of the golden light on the top of Bailong Temple was seen by many people at that time.

If Bailong Temple had not suddenly closed indefinitely since then, I am afraid that the current threshold of Bailong Temple would have been trampled to pieces by the common people.

At this time, even the patrons of several Taoist temples present put aside their hostility and nodded to the abbot of Bailong Temple, which was regarded as a friendly greeting.

As soon as the abbot of Bailong Temple arrived, he clasped his hands and apologized: "Amitabha, it's not too late for the poor monk to come, right?"

"Because the temple has been busy with secular affairs recently, I came late. I hope that the donors here will show their respect."

The monks from other temples present enthusiastically responded that it was not too late, and then curiously asked why Bailong Temple suddenly closed recently?

Ask the abbot whether the recent worldly affairs mentioned by the abbot are related to the sudden closure of Bailong Temple.

The abbot of Bailong Temple answered with a smile one by one. It seemed that his answers were perfect and he didn't get any information. At this time, the abbot of Bailong Temple looked around the courtyard and noticed Jin An and the old Taoist priest who were deliberately sitting in the corner. .

"Abbott."

"Abbott."

Jin An and the old Taoist priest clasped fists and greeted each other, finally meeting an acquaintance.

The abbot of Bailong Temple came over with a smile and said hello: "I haven't seen you for a few days. How are fellow Taoist Jin'an and Taoist Chen? The poor monk saw that the two Taoist priests' faces were glowing red and they were as strong as cattle. It seems that the poor monk is too worried. Amitabha."

Jin An relaxed and chatted with the abbot of Bailong Temple: "Thank you, abbot, for your concern. Are the secular affairs in the temple going well?"

The abbot of Bailong Temple smiled and replied: "Everything went well."

Jin An: "That's good, that's good."

At this time, the people around noticed Jin An and the old Taoist priest who were deliberately sitting in a small corner in a low profile. They were surprised. These two people were the two Taoist priests from the Five Zang Taoist Temple?

Can they alert the two Taoist priests who were originally incompatible with each other in the city to join forces and even alert the abbot of Bailong Temple?

I didn’t expect one of them to be so young.

That little Taoist priest who is in his twenties and looks young, should be the one who can kill the evil cultivators of the Jiang family on his own, right?

At this time, some of the people present were surprised, some were moved, some were thoughtful, and some were indifferent and dismissive.

Literati look down upon each other.

This phenomenon occurs no matter where it is.

"I think a young boy with a bad smell of milk is probably spreading lies." There are always some people who are so drunk that I make excuses to show their difference, but this person only dared to whisper, I dare not say it in front of the abbot of Bailong Temple.

At this time, the abbot of Bailong Temple introduced the two old monks who came with him to Jin An and the old Taoist priests.

"The poor monk introduced the two Taoist priests to two other eminent Buddhist monks in our temple. This one is Kong Ming, the head of the Luohan Hall of Bailong Temple. He is responsible for teaching disciples how to practice."

Kong Ming is a tall-boned old monk. Despite his age, his eyebrows and beard are all white, but he has a majestic body with bronze muscles that give people a sense of oppression like an iron tower.

But what impressed people the most was the Buddhist rosary beads the size of a child’s fist that he wore around his neck.

This is no ordinary Buddhist rosary. Jin An felt the vast pure Yang Buddhist power from it.

"This is Hongzhao, the elder of Zhengdao Academy. Zhengdao Academy only practices Buddhism and does not practice martial arts."

Hongzhao is an old monk who looks a bit like an ascetic. He is skinny and skinny, but his eyes are bright and clear. He does not have the dim eyesight or impurities in the pupils of other old men. This old monk looks ordinary, but this is exactly what he is. A masterful performance with restrained energy and spirit.

After listening to the introductions of the two old monks, Jin An was surprised. With the cooperation of Wu Yiwen and the abbot, it seems that this is the candidate for Bailong Temple to investigate the case of King Jiang Ping of Yinyi this time.

Jin An and the old Taoist priests bowed to monks Kongming and Hongzhao.

"Taoist Master Jin'an, I, Kongming, was a pig butcher before I became a monk. I won't talk about other literate things. Bailong Temple owes you a huge favor. I, Kongming, saved your life. I Kongming I understand that this life is saved by you. From now on, I will go up the mountain of swords and the sea of ​​fire. No matter what you say to Taoist priest Jin'an, I will not even move my eyebrows. Just don't ask me to eat meat. Three generations of my family have been pig butchers. The karma and karma are too heavy.”

Monk Kongming has a hot temper, and he speaks boldly when he comes up.

"Hongzhao thanks Taoist Priest Jin'an for helping us at Bailong Temple."

Monk Hongzhao, who focused on practicing Zen and had a Zen heart, with introverted eyes, clasped his hands, said sincerely grateful to Jin An.

When people outside saw this scene, they were surprised.

Why are even the other monks of Bailong Temple so polite to the Five Zang Taoist Temple?

Wasn't it because the abbot of Bailong Temple had a good personal relationship with Wu Zang Taoist Temple that he took action to save Wu Zang Taoist Temple?

Is it because Wu Zang Taoist Temple has good personal relations with the entire Bailong Temple?

If the answer is really the last one, they will have to re-examine the relationship between Wu Zang Taoist Temple and Bailong Temple. All the capable people present here looked solemn and thoughtful.

Being able to get such important information, they felt that today's trip to the government office was already worthwhile.

Just as Jin'an, the old Taoist priest, and the three monks from Bailong Temple were chatting, a few more people arrived. When the crowd was almost gathered, there was suddenly the sound of a large number of people striding.

A group of heavily armored soldiers, supporting two men with official authority, rushed into the courtyard.

"Lord Fu Yin."

"Captain."

Everyone present stood up and saluted when they saw the two people appearing. Although Jin An and the old Taoist priest had never seen what Lord Fu Yin looked like, it was right to shout with everyone.

Afterwards, everyone began to take their seats one after another.

Even the abbot of Bailong Temple came to his seat and took a seat.

Bailong Temple naturally has the highest position among the monks, because no temple in Fucheng can surpass Bailong Temple in terms of reputation.

"Stay back. No one is allowed to come near Zhang Nei today. I allow you to kill him first and then show off." Today, the captain was still wearing civilian clothes, a simple Xiangyun wide-brimmed brocade robe.

"Here."

As the soldiers left with fists in their hands and a chant, Mr. Fu Yin also began to order his servants to prepare the dishes. An endless stream of various dishes began to be served to the guests' tables one by one.

It can be seen that Mr. Fu Yin is very attentive to tonight's banquet. Each of these dishes is full of color, flavor and taste.

The two seats at the top are indeed for Fu Yin and Du Wei.

It was only then that Jin An could fully see the whole face of Mr. Fu Yin. He was an old man in his fifties who had an ordinary appearance, but could not hide his elegant temperament. It's okay to stay in officialdom for twenty years.

It is office time now and there is no need to deal with official business, so Fu Yin wears regular clothes instead of official uniforms.

But it can still give people a sense of oppression at first glance.

Perhaps this is what people often call official authority.

It's just that Fu Yin's expression is a little tired, perhaps because the recent Dragon King case has made the entire Wuzhou Prefecture into muddy waters, and there is a lack of someone around him who can relieve his worries.

After all the dishes were served, Mr. Fu Yin also asked the servants to step back and not come near without his instructions.

"How is the abbot? How is the Bailong Temple?" After the servants all retreated, Lord Fu Yin first looked at the three monks from the Bailong Temple who were nearest to him.

"Thank you for your concern, Mr. Fu Yin. Everything is fine." The abbot of Bailong Temple replied with his hands clasped together.

Master Fu Yin nodded with a smile, then looked around at everyone present. Master Fu Yin said gently: "Where are the Taoist priests from Wu Zang Taoist Temple sitting?"

Well!

The talented people present here, who were recruited from various places in Wuzhou Prefecture, subconsciously turned their heads to look at the table of Jin An and the old Taoist priest.

Now Jin An didn't need to speak, they were already recognized by Fu Yin sitting in the corner.

"Hahaha, I didn't expect that Taoist Jin An is still so young. Heroes come out of young men, and heroes come out of young men since ancient times. I don't know if it's my misunderstanding, but I always feel that Taoist Jin An looks familiar, as if I've seen him somewhere before." Fu Yin The adult looked at Jin An suspiciously.

Jin An: "?"

"Lord Fu Yin, that must be your misunderstanding. We are lucky enough to meet each other by chance."

Jin An said neither humble nor arrogant.

Mr. Fu Yin was stunned by Jin An's words. They met by chance, but they were lucky... Fu Yin chewed it over and over, and then laughed: "Brother Ziyuan, you are indeed right, this Taoist priest Jin An is indeed a wonderful man who speaks very interestingly. "

General Duwei, who was on an equal footing with Fu Yin, laughed loudly after hearing this and said, "Brother Youwei, you see I'm right. After you meet Taoist Priest Jin'an in person, you will immediately appreciate him."

"The first time I met Taoist Jin'an, I rewarded him with 'disaster in prison.' I wonder, Brother Youwei, what are you going to reward Taoist Jin'an when you first met him?"

When Jin An heard the words "prison", his face turned as dark as the bottom of a pot.

He was a little uneasy, but he still pretended to be calm and looked at Mr. Fu Yin, maintaining a calm smile on his face but a panic in his heart.

Wouldn't the Lord Fu Yin also reward him with "prison"?

Jin An was confused.

This is a bit painful. Hey.

Master Fu Yin laughed and said: "There is a reward, there is a reward. Give Taoist Priest Jin'an a seat and make him an equal."

Mr. Fu Yin raised his hand and pointed to the empty seat next to him. Someone immediately brought in a brand new desk and food. Now there were three desks sitting on equal footing.

Jin An was really confused now.

Which play are these two in front of me singing today?

First there was a reward of "prison", but now there is a reward of "equal equality"...

At this time, everyone present looked at Jin An, with either surprised or thoughtful expressions in their eyes.

The old Taoist priest looked at the embarrassed Jin An. He almost laughed out loud with gloating. Now he was trying his best to hold back his laughter and looked at Jin An jokingly, wanting to see how Jin An would smooth things over.

Jin An looked at the old Taoist priest who was gloating about his misfortune, and his face suddenly darkened.

Under the surprised gaze of the old Taoist priest, he simply stood up and sat calmly on Lord Fu Yin's left hand side.

Now Jin'an, Fuyin, and Duwei are on an equal footing.

Now the old Taoist priest was dumbfounded.

The old Taoist priest thought to himself, my mother, this little brother really has the courage to be equal to Fu Yin, now he is really awesome. I have to brag about it to Xi Jian and Mr. Lin when I get back, and I will also enjoy the glory...

This made the old Taoist priest even more determined. From now on, as long as he follows his little brother, he will be right!

When Jin An sat down next to Fu Yin, he finally understood why so many people liked the word "power" since ancient times.

Sitting in the top position, the feeling of being watched by others... It's so embarrassing. If you want to tear pieces of meat with your hands or eat meat, you will have dozens of pairs of eyes watching your every move. You can only watch but not eat. You just sit around. Hungry.

Dozens of pairs of eyes looked at Jin An at the same time, so Jin An could naturally see everyone at a glance.

Among the talented people from all over Wuzhou Prefecture who were invited by Fu Yin this time, Buddhist disciples were the most numerous.

A dozen foreheads shone in the moonlight, each from five monasteries.

On the other hand, the Taoist talent was sparse and there were no more than five people, each from two Taoist temples. Adding Jin'an and the old Taoist priest, there were only six people, three Taoist temples.

The incense of Sakyamuni is very popular in the city. Taoism talks about pure cultivation and doing things by doing nothing. It is rarely active in front of people. Even if you go up to the sky, you can't find the immortal gate. This makes the incense of Buddha strong and suppresses the expansion of new followers of Taoism in disguise. space, leading to the decline of Taoism.

"Taoist Master Jin An, I remember that there are not three people in your Wu Zang Taoist Temple? Why are there only two Taoist priests here today?" Mr. Fu Yin looked at Jin An beside him in confusion.

Jin An's hand shook.

Then quickly steady your hand.

"Lord Huifu Yin, I have indeed taken in a new disciple. I often teach him, 'You must know that when you take cloud ambitions in a few days, you have promised to be the best in the world.' So he practiced hard and studied three times a day..."

The governor looked at Jin An with great admiration: "I am indeed right about the person. Taoist priest Jin An is indeed young and promising. He already has disciples. Next time Taoist Jin An must recommend you to me." Disciple who practices hard."

Jin An: "!"

Old Taoist priest: "..."

In the Wu Zang Taoist Temple, Chi Jian Ah Zhi sneezed, and then continued to help his elder brother comb his wool to cool off the heat, while taking care of the Taoist temple.