Chapter 126 Secret

"Hey, it seems that this is destined to be a fruitless journey." Xu Qi'an finally drank his first sip of tea since entering the temple, and sighed:

"Master, do you know the Sangbo case that has been rumored in the capital recently?"

Master Hengqing did not speak.

Xu Qi'an signaled his colleagues to be calm with his eyes, and continued: "The officer in charge of my case was appointed by His Majesty. It's not because I am in the Emperor's heart and appreciated by His Majesty."

Xu Qi'an let out a long sigh, and wanted to stop talking.

Master Hengqing couldn't help but glanced at him.

"It's just right, this matter has been in my heart for a long time. Now that I have arrived at the temple, I will have a good talk with the master." Xu Qi'an spoke for a while, and said:

"A few days ago, I was ordered to raid the house of a prisoner. Your Majesty was kind enough not to include the family members of the mansion. However, when they ransacked the house, some colleagues became malicious when they saw the beautiful women in the mansion. They wanted to forcibly abuse one of the girls. Twelve or thirteen years old.

"I couldn't stand such a thing, so I stopped them immediately, clashed with the superior, and almost killed the superior. I was sentenced to beheaded for this. Therefore, His Majesty entrusted the Sangbo case to me to handle the crime and make meritorious service.

"My friend said that I was too impulsive. The correct way is to bear it first and report it to the Yamen later, but in that case, the girl has already been murdered."

Xu Qi'an's expression was painful and entangled: "It is said that the Dharma is boundless and can save all sentient beings. May I ask Master, whether what I did is right or wrong."

Lu Qing was taken aback, showing a look of astonishment, he didn't expect that there was such a thing behind Xu Qi'an's death sentence.

He was really different from other men. There was a gentle light in the eyes of the woman catcher.

Master Hengqing was slightly moved, he didn't expect that this court eagle dog is still a warm-hearted person. After reciting the Buddha's name, he said:

"The benefactor only needs to have a clear conscience, so he can avoid karma."

"Master also thinks that I did something wrong." Xu Qi'an said darkly.

Hengqing hesitated for a moment, and said, "The benefactor has a kind heart and is merciful to save people. There is nothing wrong with it."

Xu Qi'an asked: "But why did the imperial court sentence me to death?"

Master Hengqing comforted: "The world is like a sea of ​​suffering. Being in it means that you can't help yourself. In many cases, kindness may not have good results. However, although it will be late, it will not be absent. The case of Sangbo The number of days in the underworld is also a turning point for the benefactor."

"Master, I understand!" Xu Qi'an suddenly realized, turned his head and said to everyone:

"Everyone heard it. Master Hengqing said that Dafeng is a sea of ​​suffering, and the Sangbo case is the retribution of the royal family. What are you doing in a daze? Arrest people."

Everyone stood up immediately, and the sound of drawing their swords resounded through the quiet room.

Zen room.

Master Panshu, the abbot of Qinglong Temple, is sixty-two years old, his bald head is not as shiny as when he was young, and his white beard has grown to his chest.

As a fifth-grade law practitioner, he has been stuck in this realm for more than 20 years.

The Buddhist system pays attention to the word enlightenment. Some eminent monks have practiced Zen for decades, and they can't go any further until they pass away.

However, some monks, like a spring breeze overnight, suddenly realized that all dharmas are the same, and directly omitted decades of hard work.

Master Panshu could be either the former or the latter. No one can be sure if he or she can achieve enlightenment before enlightenment.

This is called Schrödinger's epiphany, Quantum Buddhism.

"Abbot, abbot" a deacon came outside the courtyard, across the courtyard, and shouted anxiously: "A group of watchmen came from the temple and tied up the Hengqing Prison, saying that he slandered the imperial court and despised the royal family. big prison."

Abbot Panshu opened his eyes, and said in a gentle voice, "Got it."

The door of the quiet room opened automatically, and Abbot Panshu disappeared into the room.

The guards escorted the Hengqing prison yard to the outside of the temple. Along the way, more and more monks gathered, with hostile eyes, forming a faint encirclement trend. As long as someone came forward, they would immediately surround the group of court hawks.

But the masquerading of the watchmen is too strong, surrounded by this group of small ones, maybe a group of big ones will come tomorrow and razed Qinglong Temple to the ground.

Therefore, no one acted rashly.

"Master, don't be afraid. You have gone to the policeman's office. As long as you cooperate obediently, you will be released soon." Xu Qi'an comforted.

At this time, Xu Qi'an's smile, in the eyes of Master Hengqing, was like a devil's smile. There is no consolation at all.

"Amitabha!"

A majestic and kind voice came, which virtually calmed down the hostility and anger of the monks.

Xu Qi'an saw an old monk in a red and yellow cassock appearing three feet ahead out of nowhere, blocking the way of the men who beat him up.

"A poor monk coils a tree."

"Abbot Panshu!" Xu Qi'an put his palms together in awe, returned a salute, and said, "I have something to ask Abbot."

"Come with the poor monk." Abbot Panshu sighed.

Returning to the quiet room, this time, except for Xu Qi'an, including the three Yin Luos, the rest of the watchmen were shielded out.

For a fifth-rank master, Xu Qi'an's attitude is much more solemn. A fifth-rank Herrscher corresponds to the fifth-rank strength of the Wufu system.

This is a master who has surpassed the realm of copper skin and iron bone.

"Master Abbot, I was ordered by the emperor to investigate the Sangbo case. I accidentally found a hundred households in the Jinwu Guard who could deceive the sorcerers of the Sitianjian. After many inquiries, did I know that Qinglong Temple has a similar magic weapon?" Xu Qi'an reminded :

"This case is of great importance. For the safety of Qinglong Temple, Master Abbot must tell the truth. I am not threatening Master, I hope you can understand."

"This temple does have a magic weapon, which can cover the breath and hide it from any prying eyes." Abbot Panshu said softly.

"Is this thing still in the temple?"

"Not here!" The abbot shook his head.

Xu Qi'an didn't speak, and waited for an explanation.

Abbot Panshu paused for a few seconds, then sighed, "The reason why Heng Qing lied to your lord is probably because it involves a scandal in this monastery. If it spreads out, it may also bring great disaster to this monastery."

"The poor monk has a disciple with the name of Henghui, who is talented and intelligent. The poor monk originally had high hopes for him, but his six roots were not clean, and he had an affair with a female pilgrim who went up the mountain. He stole the magic weapon and eloped hand in hand. fled the capital."

Xu Qi'an narrowed his eyes, looked at the abbot, and asked casually: "The identity of the female pilgrim?"

Abbot Panshu clasped his hands together, chanted the Buddha's name in a low voice, and replied helplessly, "Princess Pingyang."

"!!!"

Xu Qi'an's mind seemed to be struck by lightning.

In the Dafeng Dynasty, there are a total of the following categories of women called by the princess: the emperor's concubine, the crown prince's son, the prince's daughter, and the prince's daughter.

Strictly speaking, except for the eldest princess who was born to the queen, the other three princesses are all concubines. But Emperor Yuan Jing had only four daughters in his life, and rare things are the most precious, and each princess has a title, so when calling them, there is no word "county" in front of them.

Although the current crown prince has a daughter, she is still young, so it is impossible to be involved in such things as elopement.

Therefore, Xu Qi'an deduced that this princess of Pingyang was the princess of the clan.

The case became more and more complicated with the investigation. What role did the monk who eloped with the princess play in this case? Xu Qi'an asked: "When did it happen?"

"More than a year ago." Abbot Panshu replied.

"Thank you, Master, for your clarification. I have one more thing to ask."

"Sir, please tell me."

"Qinglong Temple is the inheritance of the pagoda temple established by the monk from the Western Regions, right?"

Abbot Pan Shu said nothing, and acquiesced.

"After the Shanhe Temple in Yongzhen was blown up, I found a large formation at the bottom of the lake with Buddhist inscriptions engraved on it. The large formation was arranged five hundred years ago, and the Pagoda Temple also appeared five hundred years ago. What's more Interestingly, Emperor Wuzong was also five hundred years ago." Xu Qi'an stared at the abbot:

"Are there any relevant records of the Western Region Buddhism about that incident?"

After finishing speaking, Xu Qi'an saw that Monk Panshu's face was extremely ugly, and he lost the indifference of an eminent monk.

"My lord, the poor monk only asks one thing." Abbot Panshu stared at him with scorching eyes, wanted to say but dared not, and pondered for a long time:

"The things under Sangbo really escaped?"

"It's absolutely true!" Xu Qi'an gave an affirmative answer.

Abbot Panshu seemed to have suffered a great blow, and the fear in his eyes could not be calmed down. His hands trembled slightly, he put his palms together, and chanted the Buddha's name to cover up his loss of control.

Xu Qi'an was a little surprised by this reaction, the old monk's reaction was a little too extreme, he asked straight to the point: "Is the one sealed under Sangbo the first generation supervisor?"

The old monk didn't realize it, he just lowered his head and recited the Buddha's name, his white eyebrows trembling.

After a long time, Abbot Panshu calmed down, and said in a deep voice: "The poor monk doesn't know what is sealed under Sangbo. But there is a saying that has been handed down since the Pagoda Temple: Sangbo monsters come out, and the world Chaos.

"The pagoda temple was built to guard the seal of Sangbo. Later, the imperial court was afraid of the prosperity of Buddhism and ordered to destroy Buddhism. The eminent monks of Buddhism retreated to the Western Regions, leaving only the line of Qinglong Temple.

"Before leaving, the eminent monks have urged us to pay close attention to Sangbo's movements, and report immediately if there is any abnormality."

It sounds like, why does it feel that Buddhism cares more about the Sangbo seal than the Dafeng royal family?

Well, the first-generation prison is a first-class one, and it is not an exaggeration to say that the world is in chaos or something. After all, Yipin is the pinnacle of the world.

"The poor monk only knows this, what else do you want to ask?"

"Gone."

Abbot Panshu nodded, and his body suddenly disappeared, as if it had been edited abruptly.

Xu Qi'an's eyes widened, and he thought enviously: This trick is a little flashy.

After the conversation was over, the sun was shining brightly, it was almost noon, Xu Qi'an and others stayed in Qinglong Temple to enjoy the fast meal.

"The vegetarian food in Qinglong Temple is really delicious." Chu Caiwei ate two bowls in one go, holding the third bowl, and praised with satisfaction.

The vegetarian rice in Qinglong Temple is mixed with black rice, millet, and corn, and sesame oil is poured before steaming. The rice grains are plump, crystal clear, and fragrant.

The vegetarian dishes are also made with great care, and they are delicious in color, fragrance and taste.

Sitting beside her, Xu Qi'an was very happy to see her eating so happily, and said with a smile: "Female benefactor, don't patronize yourself to eat, the little monk is here for alms."

Chu Caiwei protected the bowl, rolled her eyes, and said angrily, "Do you eat differently from me?"

Xu Qi'an shook his head: "Young monks don't do fasting."

"Then what?"

"Little monk, broad daylight."

Everyone is quite satisfied with the vegetarian food at Qinglong Temple, the only regret is that there is no white phoenix meat to nourish the body.

Master Hengqing, who was the supervisor, sent everyone to the gate of the temple. Urban people were too ruthless, and Hengqing became angry and did not speak all the way.

Xu Qi'an suddenly remembered something and asked, "Master, do you know a monk named Hengyuan?"

The face of Hengqing Prison changed.