Chapter 1668: The edict to build the Great Ci’en Temple
There was a lot of excitement in the political hall. It was not until Chu Suiliang was carried out for treatment that things calmed down.
The big guys looked at Fang Jun in different ways, but their meanings were roughly the same - this stick is so wicked...
Fang Jun looked relaxed. No matter how much you criticize, as long as His Majesty Li Er is not angry, what can you do to me? He had been stealing glances at His Majesty Li Er. Although the emperor was in low spirits today, his silence just now was enough for Fang Jun to understand a deeper meaning.
In front of all the princes in the hall, His Majesty Li Er left him alone, obviously not wanting to lose his face, or in other words, not wanting to bring down the face of the Ministry of War...
Seeing that His Majesty Li Er is still hesitant about whether to allow the Ministry of War to take sole control of military power and be directly responsible to the emperor, he sees the benefits, but is also worried that the Ministry of War has too much power and responsibility to control.
This is a matter of course. As an emperor, the most important thing is to maintain the balance of the court. It is absolutely unacceptable for one family to dominate. Spring is when a hundred flowers bloom.
What's more, how can the Guanlong Group headed by Changsun Wuji and the Jiangnan nobles headed by Xiao Yu watch helplessly as the Ministry of War seizes military power and eliminates their influence in the military?
This is an arduous struggle that can only be outsmarted and cannot be achieved overnight...
Fang Jun was not in a hurry.
It’s just that these guys want to deny his overseas expansion plan, which is absolutely intolerable!
Now is the best time. With the powerful Tang Dynasty as the backing, an enlightened and ambitious emperor, a relaxed political environment, and an invincible and powerful army that dominates the world, it is time to ride the wind and waves to accelerate the spread of Han culture to all directions. , allowing Datang's influence to penetrate into all surrounding countries and nations.
Compared with the conquest of culture, occupying land is simply outdated...
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There was a commotion for a while, and Changsun Wuji and others jointly attacked Fang Jun. The situation naturally loosened. Moreover, with Li Ji supporting Fang Jun, and the emperor's attitude being vague, everyone didn't know what to do.
Is it possible that the emperor also agrees with the Ministry of War controlling military power?
This is incredible...
His Majesty Li Er looked around at everyone and said: "Let's give it up today and discuss it slowly in the future. Anyway, the rebellion in Annan has been put down and the Linyi Kingdom is also under control. There is no need to rush. I still have something to do, so I won't leave you lunch. .”
After saying that, he stood up and walked out the door. All the ministers in the hall naturally stood up and sent the emperor off respectfully.
His Majesty Li Er walked to the door, stood still, looked back at Fang Jun and said, "Fang Jun, come with me. I have something to do with you."
Fang Jun quickly said: "Here."
He trotted over, bowed slightly, and followed His Majesty Li Er out of the door.
As soon as the emperor left, the atmosphere in the political hall suddenly became relaxed. Although everyone had different positions, they were mostly just political disagreements. In private, at most they disliked each other, and there was no talk of hatred or grudges.
Cen Wenwen stood up and called to Ma Zhou, saying, "I'm going to go to visit you later. Can I go with you?"
Ma Zhou responded: "That's exactly what I meant. However, all the gifts I have prepared are at home. I need to go home to get them first. Otherwise, it will be rude to be left empty-handed."
Cen Wenwen nodded: "It doesn't matter, I just go to your house first."
He could visit Fang Xuanling empty-handed, but Ma Zhou could not. Although Ma Zhou is now an important minister in the court, and is trusted by His Majesty Li Er, he is highly respected and promoted, but after all, there is a gap in seniority. He and Fang Jun have a deep friendship, and they can be regarded as nephews.
Cen Wenwen went empty-handed, which would be rough and casual. If Ma Zhou left empty-handed, it would be rude, although Fang Xuanling may not care...
The two of them left hand in hand. Changsun Wuji had a gloomy face and left alone with his hands behind his back, paying no attention to anyone.
He is now in an awkward situation. Although the relationship with His Majesty has gradually eased, there was still a rift at the beginning. It is said that a broken mirror is difficult to mend. Once some things are broken, it is difficult to restore them to their original state. Generally speaking, he comes to the political hall just to show his appearance. If it is not involved in the dispute over military power, he will basically not speak.
There are too many officials from the Long Group shouting for their own interests, so why should he show up?
When the censor, Zhongcheng Liu Ji, saw everyone gradually disappearing, he rolled his eyes and said to Li Ji with a smile: "I heard that the capital has recently opened a wine shop, and in the shop there is a enchanting Orchid from the Western Regions. Why don't you serve as a host?" Would you like a drink?”
Li Ji said: "Oh, I'm sorry, our office still has many matters to be dealt with urgently, which are related to the plan of the Eastern Expedition. There is really no time to delay. I accept Brother Liu's kindness."
After saying that, he stood up and walked away, leaving Liu Ji with a red face and extremely embarrassed...
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Without saying a word, His Majesty Li Er walked in front, walked out of the political hall, returned to the palace, changed into regular clothes, and went straight to the palace gate. Li Junxian was already waiting with a team of "Hundred Cavalry" here.
Fang Jun followed suit and did not dare to ask...
His Majesty Li Er got on his horse and headed south. Fang Jun winked at Li Junxian and asked where he was going. Li Junxian turned a blind eye and ordered someone to bring in a strong horse and handed the reins to Fang Jun. Fang Jun had no choice but to mount the horse. A group of people caught up with the emperor. Several people ran ahead and surrounded His Majesty Li Er along the river. Go south along Zhuque Street.
Pedestrians on the road gave way, and after a while, the group arrived at Jinchangfang.
After entering the square gate and walking not far, I saw a temple gate standing at the end of the street, with the three characters "Wuluo Temple" written on the plaque...
He dismounted and handed the reins to the novice monk in front of the door. His Majesty Li Er walked slowly into the temple with his hands behind his back.
The ancient trees in the temple are towering and the fallen leaves are rustling.
Along a road paved with bluestone, the group came to a courtyard on the left side of the Main Hall. This cross-courtyard occupies a large area, and there is a seven-story wooden tower standing in the courtyard, surrounded by ancient trees, which is exquisite and elegant.
Before arriving at Demu Pagoda, Li Junxian and others stood guard at the door, and His Majesty Li Er walked in with Fang Junxin.
The space inside the tower is very large. Although there are windows all around, the light is not very good. There are many people in the tower at the moment, and various papers are scattered on several desks, making it a mess.
Fang Jun was in a daze, what was he doing?
Seeing His Majesty Li Er come in, everyone stopped what they were doing and stood up and bowed. Fang Jun was surprised to see Prince Li Chengqian, King Wu Li Ke, Li Yifu who had just been transferred to Chang'an, and even Taishi Ling Li Chunfeng...
His Majesty Li Er waved his hand, ordered everyone to sit down, and sat down directly on the main seat. He did not pay attention to Fang Jun, looked directly at Li Chunfeng and asked: "Ai Qing's measurement, I wonder what the result is?"
Li Chunfeng said respectfully: "Your Majesty, this Wulu Temple was built by the former Sui Dynasty. It faces Zhongnan, faces Qujiang River, and has Jingwei River on its back. In front of it, there are Zhongnan, Taiyi, Yu'an, and Wu. The eaves and dome of the valley are built to hide the sky, and the Cui Wei Xuncen... To the left, there is the source of the pond, the embroidered trees are mixed with the soil, the rain falls through the canals, the clouds are waving, the mulberry and hemp crops are spread over the fields, and the orchards are fragrant. The edge of the forest is at its edge...below it, the Qujiang River is lingering, the Yellow Canal and the Longshouhui Embankment are connected, and the hibiscus and apricot gardens are like...To the right, there are thousands of pheasants on the high cliffs, thousands of birds gathered together, and the gates and gates are rising. Tiao Yao follows the opening and closing of yin and yang, the seven counties have three broad roads, and the five capitals have twelve open gates. The mortal world is in harmony, and the houses are connected..."
In fact, Fang Jun can sum it up in two sentences - this is a place where the tiger is sitting on the dragon and the dragon is sitting on the pan, and the shape is victorious.
However, he also understood that Li Chunfeng, as Taishi Ling, was one of the two people with the highest attainments in Feng Shui in the world today. He should take this opportunity to show His Majesty Li Er what he had learned. , how to show your talent and academic status?
Fang Jun felt a little emotional. It seems that no matter ancient or modern, some professions are born with only one mouth. When he deceives you, he will have a successful career and a lot of money...
When Li Chunfeng finished speaking, His Majesty Li Er nodded and said: "The prince is grateful to Queen Wende for abandoning Wanfang long ago. He only wants to repay Haotian for his good fortune. He wants to build a Buddhist temple to honor Queen Wende and accumulate merits. I want to use this temple as a temple." Expansion, Aiqing’s Feng Shui skills are among the best in the world, so we should cooperate with the Ministry of Works and do our best.”
Li Chunfeng quickly agreed: "Queen Wende's motherly deeds are respected by the world, and she is a model for the world. I am lucky enough to participate in it, how dare I not do my best?"
Prince Li Chengqian on one side took two steps forward, bowed his head to Li Chunfeng and said sincerely: "Thank you very much, Li Taishi, for assisting me."
When building a house these days, Feng Shui is a top priority. His Royal Highness builds a temple to pray for Queen Wende. Naturally, this Feng Shui master is a top priority.
It's just that Fang Jun is a little funny. Is it really appropriate for you to let a Taoist priest preside over the construction of a Buddhist temple?
At the same time, Fang Jun also understood that the Great Ci'en Temple was going to be built.
His first thought was to take the opportunity to buy real estate in Jinchangfang, and when the time came to build the temple and enclose the land, he would pay a generous amount of compensation and become the first demolished household in history... (End of Chapter)
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