The Dharma Sea of ​​the Green Snake

Chapter 383 The Daily Life of Tongqing Temple
Weishan Mountain in Tanzhou, on the mountain road leading to Tongqing Temple.

"Father? Is this where your benefactor lives in seclusion?"

The accessories and bells on her body kept ringing along with her footsteps, Yue'er happily ran in front of Zou Qiwu, it was not at all evident that she was impatient just now.

For such a fifteen or six-year-old girl, emotions come and go as quickly as the weather in May.

"Yes! This is Tongqing Temple!"

Looking up at the temple whose outline could be vaguely seen, Zou Qiwu didn't breathe heavily, but there was no way to hide the fatigue between his brows no matter what.

After all, he was hungover first, and then drove the carriage up the mountain early in the morning...

Even a tough guy like Zou Qiwu couldn't take it anymore.

But when he thought that he was about to meet the benefactor from 20 years ago, he immediately cheered up and walked towards Tongqing Temple step by step.

"This place is much more remote than I imagined..."

"However, there are many interesting gadgets along the way."

Yue'er followed the meandering "beauty stream" all the way, and suddenly found some pipes built with bamboo pipes leading from the canal to the top of the mountain.

Driven by curiosity, Yue'er approached those bamboo tubes cautiously.

But found that the stream that originally flowed from top to bottom was intercepted in the middle, and flowed along the bamboo pipe to Tongqing Temple at a slow but steady speed.

In addition, Yue'er saw some structures similar to water pumps, gates, and water outlets, forming a complex but complete "tap water" system around the "beauty stream".

Although Yue'er has never seen anything similar in other places, she is talented and intelligent, but she can see the function of this "tap water" system at a glance.

With this complex and sophisticated "tap water" system, the stream flowing in the "beauty stream" will be naturally introduced into every corner of Tongqing Temple.

"This system is more troublesome than normal well drilling, but it can make life in the entire temple more convenient."

Also seeing the value of this "tap water" system, Zou Qiwu didn't know how to praise the developer of this "tap water" system for a while, so he could only exclaim in a low voice.

"Sure enough, it is indeed the place where the benefactor lives in seclusion. Its mystery is far beyond the comprehension of mere mortals."

In the gap between the conversation between the father and daughter, they finally walked out of the winding and winding mountain road, and formally came to the gate of Tongqing Temple.

Due to the relatively early time, not many pilgrims came to the gate of the temple.

Except for a small number of scholars and monks staying overnight in Tongqing Temple, the rest of the pilgrims are lay Buddhists who come to the mountain early in the morning to burn incense and worship Buddha.

At a glance, Zou Qiwu even saw a few devout gentry and ladies in the crowd.

"Huh? Dad, look there!"

Suddenly stretched out her hand and tugged at the corner of her father's clothes, and Yue'er, who had better eyesight, pointed to the innermost hall of the temple and shouted.

"Isn't that the son of Mr. Pei's family? How could he appear here?"

Looking in the direction Yue'er pointed, Zou Qiwu saw a man dressed in plain clothes, but exuding elegance and wealth in every word and deed.

"Pei Hong?"

Frowning slightly, Zou Qiwu naturally knew the identity of that man.

In addition to being the eldest son of Pei, the other party is also the county governor of Ningxiang County, a seventh-rank official appointed by the imperial court.

Zou Qiwu actually knew a thing or two about the relationship between the Pei family and Zen Master Lingyou.

Because Zou Qiwu was able to get to know Pei Xiu in the first place because Zen Master Lingyou introduced him.

However, what Zou Qiwu knew better was that since the "Xiangrui Incident" 20 years ago, the Pei family had completely severed contact with Zen Master Lingyou.

In fact, this is also the reason why Zou Qiwu knew that Zen Master Lingyou lived in seclusion in Weishan, but he never revealed anything to Pei Xiu.

But judging from the current situation, the Pei family seems to have known that Zen Master Lingyou lives in Weishan in seclusion?

[When did the Pei family know about it?Why did Pei Hong come here? 】

Such a thought flashed through his mind, and Zou Qiwu himself felt that it was not simple.

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At the same time, in front of the main hall of Tongqing Temple.

"My lord, you don't actually need to go there yourself for something like this."

Standing respectfully behind Pei Hong, the old housekeeper who had served him for many years couldn't help but whispered.

"Of course I don't have to come, but if I don't come, you probably won't even be able to see my younger brother's face."

It's like a wry smile, and it seems to be helpless...

Even though Pei Hong only met Pei Wende once, he already had a deep understanding of the character of his fellow brother.

To put it bluntly, it is called uprightness, but to put it bluntly, it is a stubborn donkey.

"Besides, you don't know the situation of the girl from the Sun family. Perhaps only 'they' can save her."

Sadness could not be hidden in his eyes. When Pei Hong talked about the girl from the Sun family, a look of loneliness appeared on his face.

"..."

The old housekeeper didn't speak this time, but there was also a slight sadness on his face.

"Both public and private, I must come to Tongqing Temple this time."

Taking a deep breath suddenly, Pei Hong did not continue to dwell on this issue, but turned his attention to the still closed hall.

squeak...

As if responding to Pei Hong's expectation, the closed door was finally pushed open at this moment.

Then, under the watchful eyes of the pilgrims around him, Zhang Chusheng, who already had the appearance of a little novice, walked out of the gate sideways, and quickly lit the incense burner placed in front of the main entrance.

"The Buddhist hall has been cleaned up, laymen who need to offer incense to pay their vows, please feel free to do so."

"If you need to ask for a lottery, please follow me here to draw lots. After my senior brother finishes his morning class, I will answer your questions."

"If you want to listen to my master's lecture on Zen, please tell me in advance, I will make other arrangements later."

"Also, if any of you want to come to debate the scriptures, the temple will not hold any Buddhist scripture debate activities for the time being."

"As for those lay Buddhists who want to stay overnight, please take out your diploma or official certificate and register with me first."

Various arrangements are being made in an orderly manner, because Zhang Chusheng has long been used to this kind of daily life in the temple after months of running-in.

Just wait until Pei Wende finishes his morning class, and Zhang Chusheng will be able to spare time to study.

Under normal circumstances, Zhang Chusheng's learning content includes but is not limited to scriptures, Buddhist scriptures, arithmetic, and even martial arts bow and archery, all of which are tailor-made learning items for him by Pei Wende and Zen Master Lingyou.

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(End of this chapter)