Emperor Taizong's Growth Plan

Chapter 157 Law Conference
In the Shanshiyuan, the abbots of the Buddhist monasteries, sent disciples to carefully build the Dharma platform to stand in the courtyard.A group of abbots of the great temple who intend to come to compete for the position of the Great Master have already been waiting here at this time.

Abbot Huili of Liushi Temple looked around at the Buddhist believers who were let in to watch the ceremony, and couldn't help frowning slightly.

"Why, there are so few people? Didn't you explain it? Didn't someone let some believers in to watch the ceremony!"

All the abbots, although they wanted to compete for the position of leader of the Buddhist sect, followed Xiao Cheng's intention and competed with Hui Qi.But this doesn't mean that these people don't know Xiao Cheng's idea of ​​suppressing Buddhism.

They had prepared for a long time and announced the Fa Discussion Conference to the believers in advance. They began to carefully build the Dharma platform early on, and asked them to wear gorgeous and solemn cassocks, as if they regarded the Fa Discussion Conference as a grand Buddhist event.

Needless to say, these people wanted to show the influence of Buddhism in front of Xiao Cheng, so as to warn Xiao Cheng.

But it's a pity that the current situation, and what they imagined, seems to be a little new.

At this time, in the Shanshiyuan, hundreds of Buddhist elite disciples brought by Huiqi, plus the people brought by the abbot and presiding officer, add up to more than 300 monks.At this time, there were only 200 Buddhist believers who came to watch the ceremony. At first glance, they were not as many as the monks present.

Well, there are more bodyguards than fans here, yes.

Such a scene really made these monks suddenly feel uneasy.

Abbot Huifa of Guiyuan Temple heard the words, his face was gloomy, without turning his head, he opened his mouth and said:

"I've explained it a long time ago, but what's the use? Today is the day when the emperor holds the imperial examination, and no one will come."

When Abbot Huili heard the words, he was taken aback for a moment, and then realized that his face sank immediately.

The imperial examination qualifications are loose, and individuals can sign up for today's qualification examination.The people in Zhongqing City, either someone from their family went to take the test, or they simply took the test by themselves.In short, everyone ran to the imperial examination examination room.

Except for a few devout believers, in the eyes of other Buddhist believers, no matter how big a Buddhist event is, it cannot compare with the imperial examination that can make people become officials.

Heh, it also shows the influence of Buddhism.Only in this comparison, Buddhism has already lost a game.

A great monk saw this, his expression kept changing, and he gritted his teeth and said:
"The current emperor is so sinister...a powerful method!"

This feeling that every step they took was being calculated by the emperor, which not only made their backs shiver, but also made them tremble with fear at Xiao Cheng's scheming methods.It also made them full of suffocation and anger, with nowhere to vent.

Hearing the words, all the monks sighed quietly, and subconsciously looked at the monk Huiqi who was at the front.Hui Qi closed his eyelids at this time, as if he was closing his eyes to rest his mind, unmoved by the outside world at all.

At this time, only the sound of advocating rites and music could be heard faintly, and it came to everyone's ears from a distance.

All the monks were shocked and looked at the gate together.

The middle door of Shanshiyuan was wide open, and even if there were more than a thousand armed with crossbows, long knives, and spears, elite and solemn forbidden troops poured into it, taking over the defense of the entire Shanshiyuan.

Holding the twelve dragon flags in their hands, the imperial guards entered first, followed by flags, banners, and banners depicting various auspicious animals.All kinds of ceremonial utensils, such as peacock fan, small tuan fan, square fan, yellow Hui, Jianghui, and Xuanwu buildings, surrounded by jade scorpions that symbolize the identity of the emperor, drove straight into the Shanshiyuan.

"Your Majesty is here, kneel down to welcome you!" The voice of the ceremony officer singing salute suddenly sounded.

In the Shanshiyuan, both the monks and the believers who came to watch the ceremony, all knelt down on the ground at this time, shouting long live to welcome the emperor.

Xiao Cheng, who was wearing a black imperial robe, a twelve-pronged crown on his head, and the Dragon Sword at his waist, walked slowly out of the jade groin.

Looking at a group of people kneeling on the ground, they only saw an inexplicable smile on the lower half of Xiao Cheng's uncovered face.

Xiao Cheng walked slowly to the high platform, sat on the main seat, waved his robe, and said loudly:
"I've been late, I've kept all the masters waiting for a long time, let's get back together!"

When all the monks heard the words, they quickly said that they didn't dare, and just stood up.

Xiao Cheng glanced at all the monks present, adjusted his emotions, and said with a sad tone:

"My country of Yun has always set up the position of 'Great Master' to lead the Buddhist sect. It's a pity that the former Great Master Huikai died of an untimely death due to the persecution of evil monks. I am heartbroken!"

Hearing this, the corners of the monks present all twitched when they heard Xiao Cheng mentioned this matter again.

This incident has really caused extremely serious consequences to the reputation of Buddhism.On the Buddhist side, until evidence is found to prove that Huikai did not die at the hands of the monks of Ganye Temple, they wish no one would mention it.

Xiao Cheng looked at the expressions of everyone present, and then said loudly:
"Before Master Huikai died, he failed to choose a successor. However, the position of 'Great Master' is related to the stability of Buddhism, and it cannot be left vacant for a long time. After thinking for a long time, I had to hold this Dharma conference. To learn is to judge the level. All the monks present here, but they have the heart to shoulder the heavy responsibility of Buddhism, can come forward to discuss the Dharma. If there is an eminent monk who convinces everyone, I will personally confer the title of "Great Master"!"

All the monks saluted again and shouted in unison:
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Xiao Cheng nodded and said:

"Since this is the case, the eminent monks here, if you have the heart to shoulder the Buddhist gate, please come forward!"

As soon as the words fell, the wisdom of Liushi Temple, and the wise fans of Xiangji Temple immediately came out.

Monk Huiqi looked up at Xiao Cheng who was sitting upright on the high platform, sighed quietly, and immediately stood up.

Xiao Cheng raised his eyelids, then deliberately put on a look of doubt, and said:

"Are there only these three eminent monks?"

Hui Qi's heart skipped a beat when he heard Xiao Cheng's question.

Having suffered a lot in Xiao Cheng's hands, I always feel that his words and deeds have deep meaning.At this time, asking this question out of nowhere may be another plan of his.

Just when Hui Qi was frowning, he heard someone suddenly proclaiming the Buddha's name, and said slowly:
"Since His Majesty said so, the poor monk is willing to give it a try."

Everyone at the scene was stunned when they heard the words, and subconsciously looked towards the source of the sound.

The crowd parted slowly, revealing a thin young monk in shabby robes.

"Which eminent monk is this?"

"I've never seen it before."

"So young, is it a disciple who doesn't know the importance?"

The young monk's eyes were lowered, one hand was erected on his chest, his face was calm and calm, facing the doubts and surprises of the crowd, and there were vague dissatisfaction and mocking eyes, and he walked out slowly.

"Liu Huai of Shi Yuanzong, pay homage to all senior brothers!"

Hearing this, the youngest Zhi Fan monk frowned and couldn't help saying:

"Shi Yuanzong? I do have several schools of Buddhism, but I have never heard of Shi Yuanzong! Monk Liuhuai? Why haven't we heard of your name?"

Hearing the words, Liu Huai raised his eyelids slightly, glanced at everyone, proclaimed the Buddha's name, and said:

"Amitabha Buddha. If you are greedy for fame in the world and don't learn the way, you will be in vain. People in the world are always greedy for fame, and there are disasters. Don't we monks know this truth? We still need to judge others by reputation?"

When Monk Zhimi heard the words, his face froze immediately, he took a step back and stopped talking.

Hui Qi looked at Liu Huai, took a deep breath, and said:

"As a practitioner, I shouldn't be burdened by fame. But forgive me for my ignorance, but I have never heard of the name of Shi Yuanzong. I also ask this master to enlighten me."

Liu Huai lowered his eyelids again, showing a slight smile, with a calm expression, and said:
"I, Shiyuanzong, got the mantle of the great monk of Alagana, the man who preached in Tianzhu. Because it was the first temple of my Buddhist sect in Yunguo, it was named Shiyuan Temple. If you are interested, you can go back and read the Buddhist Minutes, which should be mentioned."

When the monks heard the words, they were taken aback for a moment.

At that time, the first temple of Buddhism in Yunguo, what the temple got was the mantle of the famous Buddhist missionary monk from Tianzhu.Such a background is really not small.

Monk Huili couldn't sit still, and couldn't help saying:

"There is no evidence for what you say, but is there any evidence?"

Monk Liuhuai met Huili's gaze, stretched out his hands, and said with a smile:
"Hahaha, there is a whole body of Dharma, which can be used as proof!"

Huili heard this, frowned and scolded:

"Absurd! Buddhism as proof? How to prove it?"

Monk Liuhuai looked peaceful, looked up at Huili carefully, folded his hands together, and said.

"Buddhism is boundless wisdom and boundless enlightenment. The poor monk wants to participate in the Dharma Conference to prove that I am in the Buddhist teachings. This senior brother does not want the poor monk to participate. How can the poor monk prove it?"

Xiao Cheng looked at the two people below who were starting to debate scriptures, he couldn't help but bend his mouth, leaned to the side where Feng Bao was waiting, and said softly:
"How did you train this kid to look like this?"

When I first met him, Liu Huai was just a layman through and through, not comparable to his master.But today's words and deeds really have such a bluffing appearance of an eminent monk.

Hearing this, Feng Bao pursed his lips into a smile, leaned into Xiao Cheng's ear, and whispered a few words.

Xiao Cheng suddenly raised his head, showing surprise and admiration, nodded and smiled:

"Okay, this is beautifully done!"

With a smile in his eyes, Feng Bao bowed and said:
"I can't deserve His Majesty's praise! The methods of slaves, how can they compare with Your Majesty's accidents!"

Monk Hui Qi raised his eyelids and glanced at Xiao Cheng, who was whispering with Feng Bao, with a slightly dignified expression.

Although he didn't know where Shi Yuanzong came from, this person must have been found by Xiao Cheng to add obstacles to Buddhism.

Monk Huiqi pondered for a moment, then suddenly said:

"Junior Brother Huili, don't fight anymore!"

When Huili heard Huiqi's words to dissuade her, she immediately closed her mouth, nodded, and took half a step back.

Hui Qi bowed his head to Liu Huai and said:
"I am ignorant and offensive, please don't worry about it, Master Liuhuai!"

Liu Huai nodded slightly, lowered his eyebrows and said:

"It's okay!"

Xiao Cheng, who was at the top, spoke at the right time and said:
"Okay, I said before that no matter who is willing to take on the important task of Buddhism, anyone can step forward. After saying this, this master is willing to fight. How can I not believe it? Four masters, let's start !"

Huiqi, Liuhuai, Huili, Zhimi, the four of them looked at each other, and immediately bowed slightly to Xiao Cheng, and then each chose a Dharma platform and sat on it.

　I want to write the taste of monks debating the scriptures, but it will probably take two or three points to finish writing well.So, do it today!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)