Yang Yun thought to himself: "This Dong Qirong is so greedy for profit that he is so confused that he is deranged, right?" Who gave him the courage to feel that the elixir he offered could be effective? Later generations of science have long proved that it is impossible for any elixir to prolong life, and the so-called elixir is just a placebo with excessive heavy metals, I believe you are a big-headed ghost! ”

Of course, it is inappropriate to refuse this, after all, I will have to live and do business in Shanglinfang for a long time in the future, so I said euphemistically: "I am not qualified to make a decision on such matters, and I have to consult the master to make a decision." ”

"Lingshi?"

Dong Qirong was slightly embarrassed.

Wuzun Zhenren is nominally Yang Yun's master, but in today's Luoyang, he belongs to the kind of person who is not well-known, and Wuzun Zhenren did not stay in Linfang, he didn't know how to ask for instructions and get consent.

Yang Yun didn't wait for Dong Qirong to continue to speak, and then said: "The family master also has a lot of experience in alchemy, although the elixir he refines can't live the flesh and bones of the dead, but it can still be done to strengthen the body, if you rashly sacrifice the pills of others, I'm afraid that it will ...... Not quite right. ”

"Huh?"

Dong Qirong was extremely shocked and asked, "Little Heavenly Master's sect is actually also proficient in the way of alchemy?" ”

Yang Yun nodded and said, "The family master knows a lot about the way of pills, but he hasn't taught it to me, so I don't know how to do it in this area, so ...... The owner of Dong Fang is afraid that he will invite others to offer pills. ”

What Yang Yun means is that my master also studies pills, and if you introduce your relatives to me, it belongs to the practice of rebellion, and it is difficult to obey your fate.

When Dong Qirong heard this, his face was full of embarrassment, and he finally found the pill, thinking that he could soar into the sky with this, but he couldn't offer the pill, he was really unwilling.

"Contemptible people are soft-spoken, where can I find someone like Little Heavenly Master to offer pills to Your Majesty? Please be sure to help this time, if you succeed, the contemptible person will definitely not treat the little Heavenly Master badly. ”

Dong Qirong's eyes were full of pleading.

Yang Yun thought about it, as if he had found a compromise, but in fact, it was just perfunctory, and said: "This festival, the Holy Lord is held to see Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi, whether I can have the opportunity to meet the Holy Master is still unknown, if I have the opportunity, I may be able to consult with the family teacher, and recommend it to Zhang Guo Heavenly Master, in that case, it may be twice the result with half the effort...... This matter is settled, but the sacred heart is unpredictable, and the owner of Dong Fang should not hope for it. ”

Dong Qirong felt that Yang Yun was prevaricating again, but there was no other way, and it was impossible to tear his face with Yang Yun just like that, after all, before the Taoist grand event, the emperor had great respect for Taoism, and if he really wanted to turn his face, he had to first see how Wuzun's master and apprentice performed at this Taoist event.

"Then please leave it to you, Little Heavenly Master." Dong Qirong was very helpless, and after asking for help in every possible way, he said goodbye and left, and at a glance, he knew that there was still something to follow.

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In the Luoyang Imperial Palace, Li Longji finally ended his retreat and went out the day before the Taoist grand meeting, his face was slightly haggard at this time, and his bright and divine eyes seemed to be covered with a layer of haze, as if this retreat had consumed his great essence.

"Your Majesty, Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi are about to arrive in Luoyang, and all the greetings have been completed."

In front of Li Longji, Li Linfu, the waiter of the Yellow Gate who came to report the matter, was respectful and bowed his head. Li Linfu shouldn't have been in charge of the matter, but Li Linfu understood the emperor's mind and knew that if he could handle Zhang Guo's affairs well, he would be able to win another game with the emperor, so he took the initiative to take care of the greetings.

Gao Lishi stood behind Li Longji, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, Li Xilang has made a lot of efforts to welcome the immortals into Beijing. ”

"Hmm."

Li Longji nodded with satisfaction, suddenly thought of something, and asked, "What about King Shou?" Didn't I ask him to deal with these things before? Why is it all Li Xilang doing things? ”

If it were someone else, Li Linfu would definitely sue the emperor and belittle people to show his loyalty to the monarch and the country.

But now the object is Li Mao, the son of Concubine Wu Hui, who Li Linfu relied on in the palace, Li Linfu changed his posture and complimented with a smile: "His Royal Highness King Shou is conscientious in his work, from contacting the Ministry of Works, to contacting various Taoist sects, and arranging the venue of the Festival, etc., everything must be done personally, and the minister is just assisting him to do what he can, and the credit is still His Royal Highness King Shouwang." ”

Li Longji was a little surprised: "Eighteen Lang is a fledgling, and his temperament has always been soft and cowardly, but he has such a ability to take care of everything?" ”

Obviously, Li Linfu's one-sided remarks are isolated evidence.

Of course, Gao Lishi next to him wanted to help, and said: "Although His Royal Highness King Shou does not have much experience in politics, he is better than being down-to-earth and diligent...... Besides, isn't there a capable minister like Li Xilang to help? ”

Whether he will do things will not be evaluated for the time being, and first give a tone of "doing things diligently", so that the emperor knows that Li Mao is not lazy, so that he will leave a good impression on the emperor.

Gao Lishi knew Li Longji and knew that just praise would arouse Li Longji's suspicions, so it was better to start with his attitude, which was in line with the emperor's expectations.

Li Longji really perked up, and said with a smile: "It's really difficult for him, I thought that he couldn't do this job." ”

Li Linfu realized the trick and followed Gao Lishi's tone and said: "King Shou has been taught by His Majesty, loyal and generous, sincere to others, and has not slacked off in his work. ”

"Hmm."

Li Longji nodded with satisfaction, and asked again, "Except for Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi, can other people in the Dao Sect have a good reception?" ”

Without waiting for Li Linfu to answer, Gao Lishi preemptively said: "Your Majesty, this is also the matter that His Royal Highness King Shou is responsible for, and the organization is very good...... The Taoist chiefs from all over the country have arrived in the Eastern Capital, and now the city is called a lively place, but because Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi suddenly said that there is something important that cannot be stayed for a long time, the puja can only be held a few days in advance, and it will be held tomorrow......"

Li Longji stretched out his hand to interrupt Gao Lishi's words and said, "I already know about this matter. ”

Gao Lishi said: "The original arrangement, the festival lasted for a month, so that everyone in the world could feel His Majesty's respect for Taoism, but because Zhang Tianshi was in a hurry, he ...... The duration of the puja should not be too long, but 10 days is appropriate. ”

"Ten days?"

Li Longji repeated it and did not express his position.

Li Linfu grabbed the white: "Tomorrow's festival will begin, and the ceremony will be held in the Great Void Temple, which is the most lively day, and in the next two days, Zhang Tianshi may attend, and the next few days...... There is no need for the imperial court to make other arrangements. ”

According to Li Linfu's meaning, the festival lasts for ten days, but in fact, only the first three days are the main event, and the last seven days belong to the free activities of the people in the Taoist sect, reflecting the attitude of the court and the people to enjoy together, the people can participate in it, and the government only needs to send people to maintain order.

"That's very good."

Li Longji thought about it and nodded with satisfaction.

Colliers asked, "Your Majesty, do you want to attend this puja?" You are the Ninety-Five, if you go, just show your face, when you are there, you will have to strengthen your vigilance inside and outside the Great Void Temple that day, and that day will also be the most important thing in the Festival. ”

"In that case...... I haven't figured it out yet, but it's okay to go over once. ”

Li Longji obviously didn't think about this question in advance.

The preparations were all done by the people below, and only now did he know that the festival would last for ten days, and only the first three days Zhang Guo might appear, and then he would leave Luoyang.

Li Longji is very respectful of Taoism, but he doesn't plan to go a few more times, even if he only goes once, he will only stay there for less than an hour, just show his face to show the emperor's attitude.

It is mainly a grand event for the people in the Taoist sect to celebrate themselves.

Li Linfu asked tentatively: "It's better that Your Majesty is here...... Attending tomorrow? ”

Gao Lishi observed his words and looks, and saw that Li Longji did not say anything, so he asked for instructions again: "Tomorrow's festival has just begun, and it must be complicated and disturbing. Since His Majesty has decided to attend, he must be prepared in advance, and the second day is the most appropriate. ”

Li Linfu was a little puzzled.

Since the emperor is going to attend, it must be the finale, usually speaking, it is either the first day or the last day, how can there be an arrangement for half-way attendance?

But Li Longji was very satisfied with Gao Lishi's suggestion, nodded and said: "Then it will be set the day after tomorrow, it just happens that I have a rest for these two days, and the retreat is too tiring." ”

Li Linfu didn't dare to ask Li Longji why he was so tired from retreating and cultivating, Gao Lishi must know the inside story, but he couldn't use this kind of question to bother Gao Lishi.

"The day after tomorrow, let Luo Gongyuan accompany me, and the courtiers, just let Zhang Qing's family accompany me, oh yes, Li Qing's family will also go with me, so others don't have to bother."

Li Longji casually circled the accompanying people, and suddenly asked again, "The two who entered the palace before and fought with Luo Gongyuan were tied...... What's it called? ”

Li Linfu looked at Gao Lishi, obviously he had no clue about this matter.

Gao Lishi reminded: "That little Taoist priest's surname is Yang, and his master is called Wuzun Zhenren......"

Everyone in the world thinks that when Wuzun master and apprentice enter the palace, it must be Jian in the heart of the emperor and become famous, but in fact, in Li Longji's mind, these Taoist priests are just the embellishment of daily life, and the fighting method in the palace is just a lively look, how can they be concerned about it for a long time?

"What happened to their master and apprentice? Is it still in the Eastern Capital? Li Longji asked.

At this time, Gao Lishi couldn't answer, but Li Linfu seemed to think of something, and said: "Usually, His Royal Highness King Shou is in front of him, and there is a small Taoist who follows him, and I think it is the Taoist surnamed Yang?" ”

"Really?"

Li Longji looked at Gao Lishi and wanted to ask for authenticity.

Obviously, the emperor only trusted Colliers, and asked his opinion first about anything, as if Colliers knew everything.

Gao Lishi said with a smile: "After Li Xilang's mention, the old slave remembered that Concubine Hui arranged for this pair of masters and apprentices to help His Royal Highness King Shou do things, and there are Taoist masters to help King Shou in front of him, and it is also convenient to receive friends from all over the world." ”

"It turned out to be arranged by Concubine Hui, no wonder...... She is motivated for Eighteen Lang, but she has a heart. Li Longji said.

Li Linfu asked, "Then does Your Majesty intend to summon his master and apprentice to accompany Your Majesty?" ”

Li Longji smiled and said, "Since it is for Mao'er, there is no need to bother, I now want to see Zhang Guo Zhang Tianshi more and more, it is rumored that he can soar through the clouds and mist, if you are lucky enough to see it......"

Gao Lishi said with a smile: "That is, the matter of the past few days, just wait for Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi to come to Luoyang, let him come to face the saint." ”

Li Longji's face was overjoyed, and he bowed his head again and again: "This is very good, I want to give him a seal, make him the leader of the Taoist priests in the world, admired by the world, and be able to see this living immortal with my own eyes...... How fortunate am I? When the time comes, I just asked him about the method of cultivation, and he said that he might not be able to comprehend it. ”

Li Linfu complimented: "Your Majesty has this immortal fate, and he will definitely be able to become an immortal, and his future achievements will be no less than Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi." ”

"Haha, very good, very good." Li Longji was very satisfied with this sycophant, looked at Gao Lishi and said, "As for the matter of the seal, I will leave it to Lux to handle it." ”

"Yes, Your Majesty." Gao Lishi respectfully agreed, and then thought of something, and asked, "Your Majesty, King Zhong has arrived in Luoyang and asked to see Your Majesty, but I don't know ......."

King Zhong is the later Tang Suzong Li Heng, but now Li Heng is not the crown prince, and his performance is not outstanding among so many brothers and sisters, and the emperor is not favored here.

Li Longji waved his hand, shook his head and said, "It's still gone, I will wait until I see Zhang Guotianshi in advance." ”