The Dharma Sea of ​​the Green Snake

Chapter 389 You are not welcome here
"Tell me! What do you want to do when you go up the mountain this time?"

Staring at Pei Hong calmly, Xiaoqing naturally knew the man in front of her.

When she was in Ningxiang County, she had personally seen the conversation between Pei Wende and this man, and knew that he was Pei Wende's blood brother.

Just like Pei Wende's attitude, Xiaoqing didn't give him any special treatment because of his status.

On the contrary, after having the "introduction" from the old housekeeper, Xiaoqing already had a preconceived dislike for the Pei family.

As the saying goes, if you don't have to go to the Three Treasures Hall, Xiaoqing knows without even thinking about it. Pei Hong hasn't been on the mountain for a long time, and this time he went up the mountain suddenly.

"Uh, I went up the mountain this time to meet my brother and Zen Master Lingyou."

After a brief hesitation, Pei Hong had no choice but to explain honestly.

However, what responded to him was only Xiaoqing's sneer, and that straightforward statement that was completely inhumane.

"This is the hermitage of the old monk Lingyou. He knows exactly what happened outside."

"But until now he hasn't come out to see you, and he hasn't even asked this kid to lead you in. Don't you understand what he means?"

Ignoring Pei Hong's embarrassment, Xiaoqing pointed to Zhang Chusheng, who was also a little embarrassed, and continued.

"You are not welcome here!"

"Whether it's old monk Lingyou or Pei Wende, they don't welcome you."

Xiaoqing's decisive tone made Pei Hong feel at a loss as to how to respond.

In the officialdom that pays attention to the sophistication of the world and the euphemism of the city government, no one has ever said so bluntly to Pei Hong, which is even more embarrassing than direct scolding and scolding.

Fortunately, Pei Hong is worthy of being a character who has experienced big storms, so he quickly adjusted his mentality and expression.

"Little lady, what you said is wrong. It's the first time you and I have met, how do you know that they don't welcome me?"

"Besides, even if there is a misunderstanding between them and me, I believe I can explain it clearly."

It has to be said that Pei Hong's response was indeed very decent. While saving the face of both parties, he also showed his sincerity to the greatest extent.

However, what he faced this time was not a "person", but a snake demon.

Too lazy to talk too much with Pei Hong, Xiao Qing stretched out her hand and planned to lift him and the old housekeeper out of the hall.

"Ugh!"

At this moment, a sigh suddenly entered the ears of the four people present.

"Pei benefactor, why are you doing this?"

As Menfei in the backyard of the Buddhist hall was slowly pushed open, Zen Master Lingyou, who appeared behind the door at some unknown time, sighed in a low voice.

"As early as 20 years ago, Monk, I made an agreement with Layman Pei..."

"He entrusted Wende to me to live in seclusion, and he will never send anyone to disturb me."

"But three years ago, Lingmei went up the mountain to take Wende away."

"At that time, the old monk didn't force it, but Wende didn't want to go down the mountain. This was his own choice."

"But now you come up the mountain again, is it true that I have no temper when I become a monk?"

The tone was not considered excited, but everyone could hear the sullenness in Zen Master Lingyou's words.

"Monk, I never do anything to break up people's families, but I also don't allow my disciples to be threatened by 'love'."

"Since Wende has expressed his attitude, even if the Heavenly King Lao Tzu comes, he has nothing to do with the Pei family."

"He can be my Lingyou's disciple, he can be the temple master of Tongqing Temple in Weishan, or he can even be the 'adopted son' of Gu Tiejiang at the foot of the mountain..."

"But it can't be the youngest son of your Pei family, let alone a gift from your Pei Hong to express his 'filial piety'."

Zen master Lingyou had been avoiding him before, because he could see the other party's mind.

It's a pity that Pei Hong didn't know if he was pretending to be stupid, and directly brought to the table the things that both parties were most unwilling to face.

"Pei Hong is naturally very grateful for Zen Master's love for his younger brother."

There was a slight pause in his tone, and Pei Hong's performance at this time could be called a real veteran in the officialdom.

Not only did his tone remain humble, but he didn't even blush, as if the other party was not talking about himself at all.

"However, the situation this time is different from last time. The reason why Hui'er was not able to bring Wende down the mountain last time was because the Pei family was in decline at that time, and I couldn't bear him to continue to suffer with us."

"Plus, we all live in the border of Tanzhou anyway, so we have plenty of time to slowly convince Wende."

"But this time is different. We have already received specific news that my father will make a comeback and return to Chang'an in a few days."

"In other words, Pei Hong came here this time to take my younger brother to Chang'an to enjoy the blessings."

As soon as this remark came out, let alone Zen Master Lingyou and Xiaoqing, even Zhang Chusheng, who was silent at the side, showed a sneer.

Leaving aside whether Pei Hong's comeback is true or not, it can be clearly seen from the ins and outs of the other party's words that he clearly came here this time without telling Pei Xiu.

This also confirms what Chan Master Lingyou said from the side.

Perhaps part of the reason why Pei Hong went up the mountain this time was that he wanted to take Pei Wende to enjoy the blessings, but it was more likely that he wanted to show his filial piety in front of Pei Xiu.

After all, it can be seen from Pei Hui's approach before that Pei Xiu is very concerned about Pei Wende, the youngest son who is avoiding disaster.

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"Haha, Master, long time no see!"

Seeing that the scene was about to reach a stalemate, a hearty laugh suddenly came from outside.

Immediately afterwards, I saw Zou Qiwu striding into the Buddhist hall with Yue'er, and timely resolved the embarrassment of everyone present.

"Huh? Isn't this the boss of the Pei family?"

"Why? Did you go up to the mountain to worship Buddha today?"

Unobtrusively blocked between Pei Hong and Zen Master Lingyou, Zou Qiwu looked at Pei Hong in surprise in Yue'er's unbearable gaze.

"Speaking of which, when I was drinking with your old man yesterday, he even mentioned you to me!"

"If it wasn't for your management over the past few years, I'm afraid he would have died on the way to Tanzhou when he was demoted to Tanzhou."

"He also told me that you've been working as a county official outside all these years, and it's been a long time since you went home to see him..."

"He misses you and Steward Zhong very much now, so please remember to go home and see him when you have time."

Silently looking at the hearty Zou Qiwu, Pei Hong knew that if he continued to insist on the topic just now, he might really be thrown down the mountain by everyone present.

"So it's Uncle Zou?"

Therefore, Pei Hong could only follow Zou Qiwu's topic and take over what the other party said.

"I didn't expect you to come to Tanzhou?"

—Recommendation ticket—/—Monthly ticket—

(End of this chapter)