Chapter 46: The Believer
After listening to Xiao Yunyi's words, Xiao Shuyu's thoughts also followed the whole thing back to four years ago. And it is only three years since the death of Princess Lefu Xiao Chuyuan. The events of that year have been clearly presented in front of us, and the death of Princess Lefu Xiao Chuyuan is inseparable from Xiao Yuhuan, the king of Anyang, and Shen Fan, the eunuch. In addition to Shen Fan and Xiao Yuhuan, there were also Baili Xun who secretly framed Baili Jinlin and the emperor who didn't know right from wrong. Xiao Shuyu let out a long sigh, sent off Princess Xiao Yunyi of Su'an before dark, and left him when Mo Ziwen came to visit him seven days later. Although Xiao Shuyu was willing to let Mo Ziwen be his guest, he still couldn't bear to deal with Xiao Yuhuan. Mo Ziwen didn't force him, and was willing to leave him some time to think about it for himself. But Xiao Yuhuan on the other side didn't have so much patience, he hurriedly found Shen Fan and wanted to continue to expand his power and let the emperor make himself the crown prince as soon as possible. Shen Fan was calm and personally arranged a great meritorious service for Xiao Yuhuan, the king of Anyang.
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As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, the children who traveled far away have also returned one after another to reunite with their families. However, Lingxian Pavilion is a holy place for cultivating immortals, so naturally all the disciples cannot be allowed to return to their hometowns to visit their relatives. However, every year in the Mid-Autumn Festival, the disciples of Lingxian Pavilion gather together to enjoy the moon and taste the osmanthus brew, and it seems that everyone is also happy. The friendship between Gu Yanfeng, the spiritual venerable of Lingxian Pavilion, and Sun Yumin, the protagonist of Yuanning Mansion in Xuancheng County, is also unusual. It is said that when Gongsun Yu Min was young, he helped Gu Yanfeng, who was still a child. Gu Yanfeng is a person who values love and righteousness, and has received favors from others, and has kept it in his heart for the rest of his life. So, after he went to Lingxian Pavilion, he would send some things to Gongsun Yumin in the Mid-Autumn Festival every year. At first, it was some gadgets, and he secretly went down the mountain to Yuanning Mansion in Xuancheng County, and every time he came back, he would be punished by the Lingzun at that time. But after explaining the situation, Gu Yanfeng was also allowed to go down the mountain to Yuanning Mansion before the Mid-Autumn Festival. Later, when Gu Yanfeng made a Lingzun, he would send some slightly larger objects. For example, the good wine that you have treasured for many years, and the rare treasures that you have collected from somewhere. Gongsun Yu Min is a very kind old man, and he is very grateful and very fond of the things that Gu Yanfeng sends over every year. In this way, Gu Yanfeng can be regarded as half of Gongsun Yu Min's son. Gu Yanfeng, who was a Lingzun, was dealing with more and more things, so he couldn't go to visit Gongsun Yu Min in person as before, so he asked Jinzun to think of a way. Jin Zun asked the senior brother among the new disciples to do this every time. First, the disciples who have just entered the Lingxian Pavilion are very playful, and they can take this opportunity to have a good time during the festival, and they can continue to study after they come back. Second, the senior brother is a talent among the disciples who stands out according to the many selections, and his strength must not be underestimated. Therefore, when you go out, you can also protect yourself from being harmed, so Jinzun is also relieved. Therefore, this year's important task of going to Yuanning Mansion in Xuancheng County to give gifts was entrusted to Xuan Zhuyi. Jin Zun saw Xuan Zhuyi's hesitant look, so he guessed what he was thinking. At that time, he was allowed to take the people he wanted to bring to Yuanning Mansion. As soon as these words came out, as expected, Xuan Zhuyi immediately agreed. After some inquiries and preparations, Xuan Zhuyi and the other six people went down the mountain together and went to Xuancheng County.
Xuancheng County was still a long way from Lingxian Pavilion, so the six of them set off a month in advance. In order to take a shortcut to reach Yuanning Mansion as soon as possible, the six people did not go from the main road, but chose to walk through a dense forest, but did not go out when it was dark. The six of them had to find a relatively wide place, collected firewood, lit a fire, leaned against the tree, and lay down on the tree for the night. The night was very cold, the cold was very heavy, and some wind blew, accompanied by all kinds of strange cries, and everyone could not sleep, so they sat together to bake the fire and chat.
Ouyang Ruolin: "What do you say this Gongsun Yu Min of Yuanning Mansion in Xuancheng County is doing?" How did you get acquainted with Lingzun? ”
Xuan Zhuyi: "When this grandson Yu Min was young, he seemed to be a highly respected old minister in the palace. Seeing that Lingzun respects him so much, he should be an upright person. Maybe I've helped Lingzun before. ”
Xuan Zhuyi: "Gongsun Yu Min has an upright character, what about his children and grandchildren?" He's old, isn't he? ”
Mu Zhixi: "I once heard my father mention this old gentleman, saying that he is loyal and honest, and has virtuous virtues. He had two sons, the eldest son was named Gongsun Mufan, and the second son was Gongsun Wenyu. But what they do, I don't know. The father is like this, and the two sons will not be far behind. ”
Xuan Zhuyi: "That's good, I'm afraid that so many of us will go, in case we don't get treated well."
As he was talking, he saw the flames in front of the six people swing violently. Then a shadow flashed in front of the eyes of the six people. The six men then stood up and looked around with increased vigilance. I saw a man in light-colored clothes come out from behind a tree and smile at the six people.
Xuan Zhuyi: "Who are you?"
The man hugged his wrists and arched his hand and said: "Under the surname Yi, the name is Yunchang, the word is Lei, he is a wandering monk, and he disturbs your purity, I am really sorry."
The six of them also hugged their wrists and said, "We are disciples of Lingxian Pavilion, and I hope our seniors will forgive us."
Yi Lei: "It's okay, it's okay, I'm bothering you." Where are you going? ”
Shang Ling: "We're going to Xuancheng County."
Yi Lei was overjoyed and said: "I'm also going to Xuancheng County, can we stop by?"
Mu Jinggong: "I don't know what happened to my predecessors going to Xuancheng County?"
Yi Lei: "Oh~ I'll go find someone." It's not early today, let's take a break, and we'll go together tomorrow. ”
Several people sat down again, without saying a word, waiting for dawn.
At dawn the next day, seven people set out on the road together. During the conversation, the six of them knew about Yi Yunchang. It turned out that the place where Yi Yunchang was going was the same as the destination of the six people, which was Yuanning Mansion in Xuancheng County. Speaking of which, Yi Yunchang can be regarded as a distant relative of Yu Min, the grandson of Yuanning Mansion. This time, I went to visit for the Mid-Autumn Festival, and I came for another thing. Yi Yunchang didn't say this matter directly, and it was not easy for a few people to ask again, after all, why should they know so much about other people's affairs. At the beginning, everyone was still wary of Yi Yunchang, but after getting along for a long time, they found that Yi Yunchang was a kind person, very friendly, and also loved to joke, just like the Jinzun of Lingxian Pavilion, there was no such thing as the seniors to the juniors. Gradually, several people also became acquainted with Yi Yunchang. After a long journey, several people finally arrived in Xuancheng County three days before the Mid-Autumn Festival. Xuan Zhuyi and the others were going to Yuanning Mansion to visit Gongsun Yu Min, but Yi Yunchang said that he would wait until the Mid-Autumn Festival, and now he was going to do something, so he was separated from the six of them. After inquiring and asking for directions, the six of them finally found the luxurious and elegant Yuanning Mansion in a secluded place. After some retribution, a gray-haired, kind-faced, and kind old man walked out to greet the six of them with a smile.
Gongsun Yumin: "You are from Lingxian Pavilion?"
Xuan Zhuyi: "Exactly, I am the senior brother of this disciple, Xuan Zhuyi, these are my junior brothers and sisters." It's really annoying that so many of us have come to the old man's house. ”
Gongsun Yumin: "Huh? Where's the word? If you have come to my house, you will be my guests. What's more, you were sent by Yanfeng, so it would be the glory of my mansion. The house is not rich, but it is still possible to take care of everyone. Please come in, everybody. ”
The six of them thanked them again and again, and followed Gongsun Yu Min into Yuanning Mansion. After preparing tea and fruits, everyone gathered in the main hall of Yuanning Mansion.
Gongsun Yu Min: "A few people have traveled a long distance and worked hard."
Xuan Zhuyi: "Old man, you are serious, a few of us have come here on the orders of Lingzun, it is our glory."
Gongsun Yu Min: "Hey! Yanfeng, this child, is so grateful. Originally, it wasn't a big deal, but he still remembered it until now, and every time during the Mid-Autumn Festival, he asked children of your age to come and give me gifts. If only he were my son! As he spoke, Gongsun Yu Min showed a yearning affection, and the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes gathered together, but it seemed like a flower had bloomed.
Shang Ling: "Well, by the way, old man, when we came, we also met a person, who said that he was your distant relative. He was supposed to come with us, but he seemed to have some other things to do, so he said he would come back later. ”
Gongsun Yu Min: "Distant relatives? Kid, who are you talking about? ”
Shang Ling: "He told us that his name was Yi Yunchang. Well, Minglei, the word cloud is long. ”
"Yi Yunchang?" Gongsun Yu Min laughed, "This kid is here too?" Hahaha! Now it's lively! ”
Hearing Gongsun Yu Min say this, the hearts of several people were relaxed. Along the way, they were also worried about Yi Yunchang's true identity, after all, he suddenly jumped out at night, and what he said about the same road, it was really suspicious. But now that I say this, it seems that everyone is too cautious.
Ouyang Ruolin: "Old gentleman? Is this Yi senior a monk? ”
Gongsun Yumin: "Yes, yes! I've loved these things since I was a kid. What does that mean? Believer! Hahaha! He is a believer in the monastics! ”
Mu Jinggong: "If you want to come to Yi's predecessors, you must have pure and profound skills."
Gongsun Yumin: "Then I don't know, everything must be done with some talent, I think that child is such a talented person." Oh~ A few people must be tired from a long journey. I've arranged a room for you, so you can go and rest. Later in the evening, I asked someone to bring food to me. ”
Everyone arched their hands and said, "Mr. Tired."
Gongsun Yumin: "Hahahaha! It's been a long time since anyone called me sir. Today, when you scream, it makes my memories pour out like a tide! Go and rest. ”
Gongsun Yu Min instructed the housekeeper to take the six people to their rooms to rest.