At the beginning, I gave up my military power with a cup of wine, and I ascended the throne

Chapter 290 Late-night Visit to Xin Zen

Within a few months, he defeated many martial arts masters from Xiliang. The Jinyiwei were naturally behind this.

Many smart people have already realized that Liu Xuanxuan has become a pawn of the King of Xiliang, and has been pushed forward to compete with the current walkers of Shadow Mountain.

The most important thing is that Liu Xuanxuan travels the world as a wanderer of Shadow Mountain, and she also has the ring that was a token of the former leader of Shadow Mountain, as well as the recast Sekong Sword.

It is undoubtedly a slap in the face of Shadow Mountain.

Within a few months, he traveled all over Xiliang Youzhou and challenged dozens of master warriors, winning 28 games, drawing 3, and not losing once.

"Rumble"

"Rumble"

The weather in August changes suddenly. It was originally scorching hot, but suddenly dark clouds floated in from all directions, covering the entire Cangzhou.

There was a violent wind, lightning and thunder, and the towering mountains and rivers were shaking.

The birds and beasts returned to the mountains and forests. On the official road, carriages and horses hurried. Many people looked up at the sky and quickened their pace.

"The weather changes so quickly."

"Just like Baby Face, moody and unpredictable."

Someone complained.

"Hurry up and get going."

The man next to him sighed, "We have traveled to Xiliang several times this year. To be honest, I am a little envious of the people of Xiliang."

"Before we set out, I discussed this with my husband. Once we make some money, we will move our family to Xiliang."

"Before the beginning of next spring, I will register my household registration in Xiliang, open up some land, and start a small business, which will be enough to support my family."

"I also have this plan."

His companion nodded and said, "For those of us who moved there, the tax was halved in the first three years, and we were given seeds and food for free. The government also arranged some jobs that could make money for us."

"Although people outside say that the King of Xiliang is cruel and murderous, it is simply a rumor."

"They are the ones who truly love the people like their own children."

"Stop talking, there are too many people here to hear anything."

The man reminded: "After delivering the goods, we will go to the Anminsi Yamen to ask. It may be troublesome to register your household registration in Xiliang County, but it is not difficult to register it in Xiapi and Shangdang."

"Okay, let's go together."

Throughout the Central Plains, although countless people criticized Xiao Han, the King of Xiliang, those scholars would feel like they were reading the books of sages in vain if they didn't curse him a few times every day.

But most people who have actually been to Xiliang are extremely yearning for it. Although the provincial and county governments have imposed strict supervision overtly and covertly, people and merchants from all over the country still flock to the four states of Xiliang.

Jizhou, Yongzhou, and Youzhou were all absorbing refugees from the surrounding states. This year alone, at least hundreds of thousands of households had settled in the three states.

It added a large number of young and middle-aged laborers to Xiliang and also brought great vitality to this once bitter and cold land.

Among the 29 roads in the Central Plains, Cangzhou Road is considered to be relatively prosperous. Although it is not as prosperous as Jiangnan, it is much better than the former Jizhou.

In Cangzhou's martial arts world, Buddhism has great influence, with temples standing everywhere and countless believers.

Among them, the most popular is the Zen Buddhism of the mind.

"Rumble"

Dark clouds covered the city, lightning and thunder roared, night fell, pale lightning tore through the sky, and shook the ancient temple.

The towering ancient trees inside and outside the temple swayed in the strong wind, their branches dancing wildly. Heavy rain fell, swallowing up the sky and earth, like a giant beast holding the entire Wenxin Mountain in its hands. The stream in the mountain stream was surging, hitting the rock walls and rocks on both sides.

Amidst the wind and rain, the ancient temple stood tall. In the main hall, candlelight flickered. An old monk with white eyebrows sat cross-legged, counting beads in one hand and beating a wooden fish with the other.

This person is none other than Yuan Ting, the current leader of the Xin Chan sect and the nephew of Master Du Xin. He is extremely proficient in Buddhism.

The clear sound of wooden fish echoed in the hall, accompanied by the rising and falling of candlelight, and the strong wind blew heavy rain into the hall diagonally.

August is the hottest month of the year, but the evening breeze at this time, blowing on the body, brings a slight coolness.

"Amitabha." "Since the donor is here, why don't you show yourself?"

Yuan Ting first chanted the Buddha's name, and then spoke.

"The great monk's cultivation is indeed profound."

The pale lightning roared, illuminating a figure in the rain. The figure was wearing a bamboo hat, a straw raincoat, and holding a long and narrow sheathed knife in his hand.

"I am Cui Lin, a captain of the Jinyiwei of the Xiliang Palace. Nice to meet you, great monk."

"Jinyiwei?"

Yuan Ting exclaimed: "Are you the donor a member of the King of Xiliang's army?"

"Exactly."

Cui Lin nodded and stepped into the hall. Under the dim candlelight, he saw a stern face with a sharp and domineering aura, but it was extremely deep.

"Donor Cui has great cultivation skills."

Yuan Ting sighed: "You are visiting me so late at night, what is the matter, benefactor?"

"Exactly."

Cui Lin nodded: "My prince wants to support Liu Xuanxuan to be the leader of Shadow Mountain, and specifically asked me to ask the monk for his opinion."

"this?"

Yuan Ting showed hesitation. Although Cui Lin said it lightly, Yuan Ting was not a fool and could naturally understand the hidden meaning.

It was clearly intended to force Xin Chan to take sides.

"Please let the great monk know that my prince is determined to obtain Shadow Mountain and the Buddhist sect."

Cui Lin said calmly: "If the great monk Hexin Zen Sect is willing to support, Your Majesty will be grateful. If your sect encounters any trouble in the future, the Xiliang Palace will not stand idly by."

"Ok."

Yuan Ting nodded: "I am willing to support Miss Liu to become the leader of Shadow Mountain."

"The great monk is indeed insightful."

Cui Lin smiled and said, "Miaoyu from Cangzhou Dao, I'll have to trouble you, Master. When Miss Liu goes to Piaomiao Peak, I'll also trouble you to go and help her."

"It doesn't matter."

Yuan Ting said: "I will definitely go there when the time comes."

Who is it?

There was no room for any extra thought, so the natural choice was the King of Xiliang. Not to mention that he dominated four states and had 500,000 cavalry under his command, and the King of Xiliang, Xiao Han, had earth-shaking martial arts skills.

Fully qualified to take control of the world.

Moreover, Yuan Ting had personally traveled to the four prefectures of Xiliang and seen them all. Much of what he saw and heard greatly shocked this Buddhist monk.

Yuan Ting felt that if the King of Xiliang could gain power over the world, it would be a great thing for the people.

The two courts of Northern Wei and Central Plains were full of twists and turns. On the surface, there was no big movement, but in fact, the game had already begun.

After the court discussion, the power of the Marquis of Qingzhou has greatly increased. He has eliminated dissidents in Qingzhou and easily replaced the other county governors with his confidants. After lying dormant for a long time, the Marquis of Qingzhou finally showed his fangs and was ready to act at any time.

In comparison, Xialiang was extremely peaceful. King Xiao Han of Xiliang lived in seclusion and rarely showed up. Most of the time, he stayed in Shuiyun Mountain, just like Xie Xuanli, the Marquis of Zhenbei back then.

The troops of Xiliang only operated within the four states, either for training or to quell rebellions.

September.

A great riot broke out in Xiliang. Many noble families and officials in Jizhou, Yongzhou and Youzhou united and prepared to rebel against the King of Xiliang.

He organized more than 10,000 soldiers and prepared to attack Changshan, but they were easily wiped out by Liao Huan.

(End of this chapter)