Ouchi Taming the Cat, starting with the Ten Tiger Forms!

Chapter 561 Determination

Led by the eighth prince, the three little ones followed him into Ci'en Temple.

The eighth prince walked in familiarly, then asked someone to inform Master Chenghai, the abbot of Ci'en Temple, and asked to see him.

When asking for a meeting, the Eighth Prince did not explain his purpose, but only said that he had something to ask for.

After all, it is not easy to talk about the fact that San Xiao has set up a tablet for Concubine Xiao in Ci'en Temple. It is better for the fewer people who know about it, the better, so that the news will not leak out in the future and cause unnecessary trouble.

But after a while, the person who went to report came back, and did not invite them in to see Master Chenghai, but took them to have vegetarian lunch first.

When they arrived at the dining hall of Ci'en Temple, someone was already waiting for them.

"Dear donors, I am a humble monk."

"The master is meeting other guests. Please have your meal first, and then I will take you to see the master."

Monk Yuanxin looked to be in his thirties, with a fair complexion, and spoke to them politely.

The Eighth Prince immediately returned the greeting and said, "Then I'll have to trouble Master Yuanxin."

"Your Highness, there is no need to be so polite."

After that, Yuanxin took them to have a vegetarian meal, drink tea and rest for half an hour before taking them to see Master Chenghai.

Master Chenghai's room was deep in the temple, and they walked for a while before they reached the door.

Arriving here, Princess Ankang couldn't help but feel a little nervous, fearing that their request today would be rejected.

When they came to Ci'en Temple before, they only attended the July 15th Buddhist meeting and did not know much about this temple.

After walking around and seeing many devout believers coming in and out, the three children got a deeper understanding of this number one temple in the capital.

If possible, they really want to set up a tablet for Concubine Xiao here. Among the many temples in the capital, this should be the most suitable place.

Yuanxin knocked on the door, and after getting a response from inside, she opened the door for them and led them in.

As soon as they entered the room, they saw Master Chenghai sitting cross-legged on a cushion, quietly waiting for them.

In front of Master Chenghai, there were several empty cushions, which should have been arranged for them.

Li Xuan still had a deep impression of the abbot of Ci'en Temple.

Even though he looks like an old man with a white beard and wrinkles on his face, he is actually a genuine top-third-grade master.

During the previous Mid-July Buddhist Festival, the Seventh Princess wanted to climb the pagoda of Ci’en Temple to observe the stars, but she was discovered and alarmed the people in Ci’en Temple.

At that time, Master Chenghai showed off his skills, intimidated the flowery-clothed eunuchs who were accompanying them as guards, and then brought down the Seventh Princess and others who had climbed the tower.

Li Xuan still remembers clearly how Master Chenghai controlled the crowd with just one word.

At that time, Li Xuan was still very weak and didn't know much about martial arts. He just thought it was the means of gods.

Now he understood that this should be the truth that Master Chenghai realized when he was promoted to the third rank.

However, this kind of knowledge made it impossible for Li Xuan to guess the nature of Master Chenghai's true qi.

Seeing the guests, Master Chenghai nodded gently to them, waved his finger at the cushion in front of him, and uttered a word:
"please."

The Eighth Prince sat down with Princess Ankang.

Yu'er stood aside, while Li Xuan sat in Princess Ankang's arms as usual.

Yuanxin closed the door and stood behind Master Chenghai.

"Master Chenghai, please forgive me for my intrusive visit."

"I'm asking for an audience today because I have an unreasonable request."

After everyone was seated, the Eighth Prince also stated the purpose of his visit today.

In such an occasion, the Eighth Prince was much more normal, looking just like an ordinary prince, lacking his usual carefree and unrestrained style.

The Eighth Prince introduced Princess Ankang who was standing nearby, and then told them about their plan to set up a memorial tablet for Concubine Xiao in Ci’en Temple.

After these words were spoken, Master Chenghai's expression remained the same, but his disciple Yuanxin beside him frowned slightly.

It was obvious that they all knew who Concubine Xiao was.

Concubine Xiao's reputation was greater than Li Xuan had expected, and many people outside the palace knew her.

Originally, the three little ones thought they had to introduce Concubine Xiao, and they were a little confused about what to say.

But now it seems that they were overthinking it.

At least the Yuanxin in front of him knew Concubine Xiao, but he looked only in his thirties.

Li Xuan thought that only older people would remember Concubine Xiao.

After listening to their request, Master Chenghai looked up at Princess Ankang, clasped his hands together, and shook his head regretfully.

Zhao Feng had given them a heads-up before, so he wasn't too surprised by this rejection.

But I still feel a little disappointed.

At this time, Yuanxin, who was standing by, explained to Master Chenghai:

"Your Highness, please forgive me for not being able to help you with this matter."

"Temple has strict requirements for setting up memorial tablets for offerings. Otherwise, it would be a betrayal to the vast number of believers who believe in Ci'en Temple."

"and……"

Yuanxin also looked conflicted, not knowing what to say.

At this time, Princess Ankang saw his embarrassment and said first:
"I heard that my mother is being criticized among the people. Is this true?"

When Master Chenghai looked at Princess Ankang, there was a bit more pity in his eyes.

Seeing that Princess Ankang had brought up the matter first, Yuanxin followed suit and said, "The world is ignorant, and many people blame the Northern Liang royal family for the cold wave disaster."

He didn't say anything more.

Judging from the current results, it is indeed as Zhao Feng said. Because of these reasons, Ci'en Temple is unwilling to accept Concubine Xiao's offering tablet.

"Master Chenghai, is there no room for maneuver?"

"It's OK if you don't put it in the Changsheng Palace for people to admire. Or just use Empress Xiao's real name. No one will know it this way, right?"

The eighth prince continued to fight for it.

"Disaster."

Master Chenghai shook his head and uttered a word.

Yuan Xin on the side continued to explain: "Your Highness, the Eighth Prince, the deeds of everyone in the Hall of Eternal Life will be recorded for believers to view at any time. This is also to spread goodwill."

"Even if Madam Concubine Xiao used her real name, she should still write down her life story. It would be inappropriate if she tampered with or fabricated it."

"As for the places outside the Hall of Eternal Life where tablets are enshrined, I'm afraid they don't mean much to Her Royal Highness the Princess and Concubine Xiao, right?"

If you just find a random place to place the tablet, why not just do it at home? Why bother coming to Ci'en Temple?
Master Chenghai and Yuanxin are very clear about this point.

Many people make similar requests every year. If it weren't for the identities of the Eighth Prince and Princess Ankang, there would be no need for Master Chenghai to come out and explain so much in person.

Seeing that Master Chenghai repeatedly shook his head and refused to give in despite the Eighth Prince's efforts, Princess Ankang realized that it was impossible to do anything.

The atmosphere in the room became increasingly depressing, and Princess Ankang tactfully spoke:

"In that case, it is our fault..."

But before Princess Ankang could finish her words, the Eighth Prince gritted his teeth and showed his usual rogue nature.

"Isn't there a stupa there?"

Master Chenghai's originally drooping eyes suddenly widened into an unfriendly look.

After the Eighth Prince finished speaking, he looked away guiltily, not daring to meet Master Chenghai's gaze.

Yuanxin looked at her master madly, not knowing how to save the situation.

Seeing that Master Chenghai did not drive the people out, he hurriedly explained tremblingly: "The stupa is a place for worshipping the relics of deceased monks. Only Buddhist monks are allowed to worship here."

Princess Ankang looked at the Eighth Prince strangely. She didn't think he was someone who would give random advice.

Ke Yuanxin explained clearly that the stupa in Ci'en Temple only enshrines eminent Buddhist monks who have passed away, which has nothing to do with Concubine Xiao.

At this time, the Eighth Prince added: "It's not like it has to be placed on the top floor. Besides, isn't my mother's tablet on the floor below?"

"live!"

Master Chenghai uttered another word with obvious anger.

The Eighth Prince suddenly became as motionless as a stone sculpture, still maintaining the same demeanor as before when he spoke, with a hint of courage in his fear. His buttocks had been lifted from the cushion, and his two feet were kicking the ground, as if he was ready to escape at any time.

The eighth prince was fixed in place in a slightly funny posture.

And at the moment when Master Chenghai became angry, Li Xuan also captured the attributes of his true energy.

"It's actually the gold attribute!?"

"How does the metallic property keep people in place?"

Li Xuan couldn't figure out the connection between them.

He stretched out his claws and wanted to touch the immobilized Eighth Prince to feel him carefully, but was hastily stopped by Princess Ankang.

Princess Ankang used her eyes to tell Li Xuan to be more obedient. The Eighth Prince had angered Master Chenghai, and she didn't know how to respond.

It would be troublesome if Li Xuan was also caught because he was naughty.

"Master Chenghai, my brother is outspoken, if he has offended me in any way, please forgive me."

"He was trying to help me. Should you blame me or you should blame me?"

Princess Ankang said sincerely, asking Master Chenghai to untie the Eighth Prince.

Li Xuan was in Princess Ankang's arms, and couldn't touch the Eighth Prince, so he stretched his head to look carefully.

The Eighth Prince was pinned to death, not even blinking. It was truly miraculous.

"Damn, it's like a freezing spell."

Li Xuan had almost forgotten that Master Chenghai had such strength.

I also understand why Buddhism and Taoism are considered hidden martial arts sanctuaries.

There is no telling how many such temples and Taoist temples there are in Buddhism and Taoism.

It was just as Zhao Feng said, they were just missing a destined person.

After hearing what Princess Ankang said, Master Chenghai just sighed and said nothing more.

At this time, Yuanxin said to the Master:
"Your Highness, don't worry. It's not harmful to your health."

"Besides, His Royal Highness the Eighth Prince has been chosen before, so it won't be a problem."

Yuanxin’s explanation left the three little ones speechless.

Then, Yuanxin looked at his master, and after getting Master Chenghai's permission, he continued:

"Your Highness, what His Royal Highness the Eighth Prince said just now is indeed true."

"But it is also a special situation. The mother of His Royal Highness the Eighth Prince, Duke Hu, the father of the late Concubine Shu, exchanged her own achievements and many other conditions, such as not setting up a tablet for worship in the Changsheng Palace after her death, for the late Concubine Shu's special treatment."

"more importantly……"

Yuanxin looked at Master Chenghai hesitantly.

Master Chenghai said decisively: "Speak."

Only after hearing this word did Yuanxin dare to continue speaking.

"More importantly, the Qin family has done a great favor to Ci'en Temple, and we have to repay this favor."

"Even if we specially offer sacrifices to the late Concubine Shu, we at Ci'en Temple have not yet repaid this kindness."

After listening to it, the three little ones understood what was going on.

The case of the eighth prince's mother is extremely special, and the most important thing is that the Qin family has done a great favor to Ci'en Temple.

Now, it is naturally unrealistic for Jingyang Palace, which has nothing to do with them, to have the same treatment.

After realizing the impossibility of this, the three little ones could only look at each other helplessly, knowing that it was time to give up on the matter.

Although the Eighth Prince has some face in Ci'en Temple, it is obvious that the face that Ci'en Temple values ​​most comes from the Qin family.

The three little ones could never borrow such a favor.

It seemed that they had no choice but to give up their previous plans.

Fortunately, they had discussed this before coming today. If this matter fails, they will enshrine Concubine Xiao in Jingyang Palace.

This time they did a better job and set up a separate room. Then they put the statue of Princess Ankang and the tablet in Yu'er's room together, which was considered a thoughtful gesture.

"Then I understand. Thank you both masters for your patient explanation."

"Please untie the starling, and we will leave now."

Master Chenghai and Yuanxin performed a Buddhist ceremony for Princess Ankang, and Yuanxin said:
"I'm sorry, Princess, to disappoint you."

"But please forgive me."

Princess Ankang nodded to show her understanding.

Seeing how things ended, Li Xuan didn't want to stay here any longer and just looked at Master Chenghai one more time.

It was a rare opportunity to observe other top-three rank masters up close, so Li Xuan seized the opportunity to take a closer look.

What made Li Xuan a little strange was that Master Chenghai's speaking style today was a little too simple. He either didn't speak or spoke word by word, which was similar to himself when he was just learning to speak.

Li Xuan thought back to the first time he met him, and vaguely remembered that he seemed to be able to speak well.

Only when he uses his ability, he shouts out one word each time.

"strangeness."

Li Xuan planned to go back and ask Zhao Feng. As the chief steward of the Imperial Household Department, he should know something about this top-third-rank master who was also in the capital.

Yawning lazily, Li Xuan took advantage of Princess Ankang's relaxation and crawled out of her arms. Then he patted the immobilized Eighth Prince with his tail and grinned at the Eighth Prince's funny posture.

At the same time, Master Chenghai seemed to have freed the Eighth Prince from his restraints. The Eighth Prince staggered and almost fell to the ground.

Although the Eighth Prince was immobilized just now, he also heard what Yuanxin said. Knowing that nothing had been accomplished, he couldn't help but sigh with regret, patted his butt and planned to leave with everyone.

Of course, before leaving, he did not forget to apologize to Master Chenghai and Yuanxin.

It was only today that he found out that the Qin family had such a relationship with Ci'en Temple. Before, he just thought that it was because of his grandfather's reputation.

If the Eighth Prince had known this earlier, he would not have mentioned the matter of the stupa.

But at this moment, a clear shout suddenly sounded in the room.

"stop!"

As this voice sounded, Li Xuan felt an inexplicable pressure suddenly surge around him.

His thoughts also began to slow down and his body began to freeze uncontrollably.

Li Xuan, who had been determined by Master Chenghai once before, knew what was going on.

But before Li Xuan could wonder why Master Chenghai had frozen them again, the Yin and Yang Qi in his body started to circulate on its own, and he skillfully circulated the Yin and Yang True Extreme Technique to evolve the Five Elements.

Li Xuan immediately resumed his action and turned to glare at Master Chenghai who had attacked them, only to find that he was the only one who had resumed his action while the others were still walking out of the room.

Li Xuan's pair of big, kazilan eyes met Master Chenghai's pair of cloudy old eyes that were wide open.

At this moment, Li Xuan subconsciously said:
"Oops!"

(End of this chapter)