Yang Yun thought to himself: "This Dong Qirong is so obsessed with greed that he is confused? Who gave him the courage to make him feel that the elixir he offered is effective? Science in later generations has long proved that no elixir can prolong life. The so-called elixir is just a placebo with heavy metals exceeding the standard. I believe you, 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, so I said tactfully: "I am not qualified to make decisions in this matter. I have to ask the teacher to make a decision."

"Sir?"

Dong Qirong was a little embarrassed.

In name, Zhenren Wu Zun is Yang Yun’s master, but in Luoyang today, he is a person of unknown reputation. In addition, Zhenren Wu Zun has not been to Linfang, so he didn’t know how to ask for instructions and obtain consent.

Before Dong Qirong could continue to force him, Yang Yun said again: "The master also has a lot of experience in alchemy. Although the elixirs he refined cannot live dead flesh and bones, he can still strengthen his body. If he rashly uses elixirs from others, he is afraid... it is not very suitable."

"ah?"

Dong Qirong asked in shock, "Is the little Tianshi's sect actually proficient in the art of alchemy?"

Yang Yun nodded and said, "The master knows a lot about elixirs, but he has not taught me, so I don't know anything about this, so... Master Dong Fangzhang is afraid that he will ask someone else to offer elixirs."

Yang Yun means that our master also studies elixirs. It is a shameful act and will not obey your fate.

When Dong Qirong heard this, his face was full of embarrassment. He finally found the pill and thought he could soar to the sky with this, but he could not provide the pill. He was really unwilling to accept it.

"I am a little bit light, so where can I find a master like Xiaotianshi to present elixir to Your Majesty? Please be sure to help this time. If you succeed, I will definitely not treat Xiaotianshi badly."

Dong Qirong's eyes were full of begging.

Yang Yun thought about it, as if he had found a compromise, but in fact he was just perfunctory, saying: "This Dharma Assembly was held to meet Zhang Guo and Master Zhang. It is unknown whether I can have the opportunity to meet the saint. If I have the opportunity, I can discuss it with my master and recommend it to Master Zhang Guo. In that case, it may be twice the result with half the effort... This matter is decided, but the holy heart is difficult to predict, so Master Dong should not place more hope on it."

Dong Qirong felt that Yang Yun was shirking responsibility again, but there was no other way, and it was even more impossible to break up with Yang Yun. After all, before the Taoist event was held, the emperor respected Taoism very much. If he really wanted to turn against him, he should first see how Wu Zun’s master and apprentice performed at this Taoist event.

"Then please, Xiao Tianshi." Dong Qirong was very helpless. After asking for help, he said goodbye and left sadly. He knew at a glance that there was something else.

...

...

At Luoyang Palace, Li Longji finally ended his retreat and left the day before the Taoist ceremony. His face looked a little haggard at this time. His bright and divine eyes seemed to be covered with a layer of haze. It seemed that this retreat consumed his great essence.

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

In front of Li Longji, Li Linfu, the Huangmen Minister who came to report the matter, was respectful and bowed down. Li Linfu should not have been in charge of the matter, but Li Linfu knew the emperor's thoughts and knew that if he could handle Zhang Guo's affairs well, he could win another victory with the emperor, so he took the initiative to undertake the welcome.

Gao Lishi stood behind Li Longji and laughed at him, "Your Majesty, Li Xilang has made great efforts in welcoming the immortals to Beijing. He was the one who was responsible for Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi from Dongdu to help Zhang Tianshi, a famous immortal who has seen the great treasures of the Tang Dynasty, and the outstanding people and the spirit of the land."

"Um."

Li Longji nodded with satisfaction, suddenly thought of something, and asked, "Where is 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 have sued the emperor and belittled others to reflect his loyalty to the king and the country.

But now his target is Li Mao, the son of Wu Huifei, who Li Linfu relied on in the palace. Li Linfu changed his posture and smiled and complimented: "His Royal Highness Shou is diligent in doing things, from contacting the Ministry of Works, then contacting Taoist sects, and setting up Dharma Assembly venues, etc., he will do everything himself. I just assisted him in doing something within his ability, and the credit is still his own."

Li Longji was a little surprised: "The Eighteen-Laws are just starting out and have always been soft-hearted, but they have such ability to do everything they need?"

Obviously, Li Linfu's one-sided statement is a one-sided evidence that it is not established.

Gao Lishi next to him certainly had to help, and said, "Although His Highness Shou has not much experience in politics, he is better off being down-to-earth and diligent. He is afraid of misleading His Majesty's decree. Recently, he has basically been undressed and doing things with all his heart... Besides, isn't there any capable ministers like Li Xilang who helps?"

I will not evaluate whether I can do things for the time being. First, I will give a tone of "working diligently" so that the emperor will know 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 praise alone would arouse Li Longji's suspicion. It would be better to start with his attitude first, which is in line with the emperor's expectations.

Li Longji was indeed excited and said with a smile: "It's really hard for him. I thought he was not qualified for this position."

Li Linfu realized the trick and followed Gao Lishi's words: "King Shou received the guidance of His Majesty, be loyal, kind, treats people with sincerity, and does not slacken in doing things at all."

"Um."

Li Longji nodded with satisfaction and asked, "Apart from Zhang Guo and Master Zhang Tian, ​​can other Taoist people be welcomed?"

Without waiting for Li Linfu to answer, Gao Lishi took the lead and said: "Your Majesty, this is also the matter of His Highness Shou King's responsibility. The organizational work is very outstanding... The Taoist priests from all over the country have arrived in the Dongdu. The city is so lively now, but because Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi suddenly said that there are important things that cannot be kept for a long time, the Dharma Assembly can only be held a few days in advance and tomorrow..."

Li Longji reached out to interrupt Gao Lishi and said, "I already know this."

Gao Lishi said: "The original arrangement was that the Dharma Assembly lasted for one month, so that everyone in the world felt the praise of His Majesty for Taoism. However, because Master Zhang was in a hurry to leave, the Dharma Assembly should not be too long, and it is appropriate to have ten days."

"Ten days?"

Li Longji repeated it without expressing his opinion.

Li Linfu robbed the story: "Tomorrow's Dharma Assembly will be held and the ceremony will be held in the Dakong Temple. This is the most lively day. Zhang Tianshi may attend the next two days, and the next few days... there is no need for the court to make other arrangements."

According to Li Linfu's meaning, the Dharma Assembly lasts ten days, but in fact only the first three days are the highlights, and the next seven days are the time for people in the Taoist sect to move freely, reflecting the attitude of the court and the people, and the people can participate. The government only needs to send people to maintain order.

“So very good.”

Li Longji thought about it and nodded with satisfaction.

Gao Lishi asked for instructions: "Your Majesty, do you want to attend this Dharma Assembly? You are the Lord of the Nine Five. If you go, just show your face. When will you attend the meeting? On that day, you will need to be more vigilant inside and outside the Great Kong Temple, and that day will be the top priority of the Dharma Assembly."

"If this is the case... I haven't thought about it yet, it's okay if I can't go there once."

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

The preparations were done by the people below. Until now, he realized that the Dharma Assembly would last for ten days, and only in the first three days, Zhang Guo might appear and leave Luoyang.

Li Longji highly praised Taoism, but he didn't plan to go there a few more times. Even if he only went there once, he would only stay there for less than an hour, just show his face and express the emperor's attitude.

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

Li Linfu asked tentatively: "Why, Your Majesty is here... to attend tomorrow?"

Gao Lishi observed his expression and saw that Li Longji did not express his words and asked again: "The Dharma Assembly has just begun tomorrow, and the staff will be complicated and troubled. Since Your Majesty has decided to attend, he must prepare in advance, and the second day is the most appropriate."

Li Linfu was a little puzzled.

Since the emperor is going to attend, it will definitely be the finale. Generally speaking, it is either the first day or the last day. Why is there any arrangement to attend halfway?

But Li Longji was very satisfied with Gao Lishi's suggestion and nodded, "Then let's decide the day after tomorrow. I've been taking a break in the past two days. I'm so tired of retreating."

Li Linfu dared not ask why Li Longji was so tired when he was practicing in seclusion. Gao Lishi must know the inside story, but he could not disturb Gao Lishi with such a problem.

"The day after tomorrow, let Luo Gongyuan accompany me. As for the court officials, just let Zhang Qing's family accompany me. Oh, by the way, the Li Qing's family will also follow me, so there is no need to bother others."

Li Longji casually circled the people accompanying him and suddenly asked again, "What are the two who got into the palace and tied with Luo Gongyuan before... what are they?"

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

Gao Lishi reminded: "The little Taoist priest's surname is Yang, and his master is Wu Zun Zhenren..."

People in the world think that when Wu Zun’s disciple enters the palace, it must be Jian’s heart and success. But in Li Longji’s mind, these Taoist priests are just embellishments of daily life, and the fighting in the palace is just a fun time. How can they be cared about for a long time?

"How are their master and apprentice now? Are they still in Dongdu?" Li Longji asked.

Gao Lishi had no way to answer this time, but Li Linfu seemed to think of something and said, "Often, there is a Taoist priest following in front of His Highness Shou, and I think it is the Taoist priest named Yang?"

"Yeah?"

Li Longji looked at Gao Lishi and wanted to prove the authenticity.

Obviously, the emperor only trusted Gao Lishi, and he had to ask his opinion first if he had anything to do, as if Gao Lishi knew everything.

Gao Lishi smiled and said, "After Li Xilang's mention, I remembered that Empress Hui arranged for this pair of masters and disciples to help His Highness Shou. If Taoist masters help him in front of Shou, it would also be convenient for receiving fellow Taoists from all over the world."

"It turned out that it was arranged by Concubine Hui, no wonder... She was determined to make progress for the Eighteen Langs." Li Longji nodded and said.

Li Linfu asked, "Does Your Majesty intend to summon his master and disciple to accompany His Majesty?"

Li Longji smiled and said, "Since I am doing things for Maoer, there is no need to worry. Now I want to see Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi. It is rumored that he can fly around the clouds and mist. If I have the honor to see..."

Gao Lishi smiled and said, "It's just the past few days that Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi will come to Luoyang and let him meet the saint."

Li Longji looked happy and nodded repeatedly: "It's so good. I want to grant him a title so that he can become the leader of Taoist priests in the world and admire him by the world. I can see this living god with my own eyes... How lucky I am? At that time, I will just ask him about the method of practicing Taoism, and I may not be able to understand it."

Li Linfu complimented: "Your Majesty has this immortal fate and will definitely become an immortal, and his future achievements are no less than those of Zhang Guo and Zhang Tianshi."

"Haha, it's very good." Li Longji was very satisfied with this flattery and looked at Gao Lishi and said, "As for the matter of imperial enfeoffment, let him do it."

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

King Zhong was later Emperor Suzong of Tang, Li Heng, but now Li Heng is not the crown prince. He has not performed outstandingly among so many brothers and sisters, and the emperor is not favored.

Li Longji waved his hand and shook his head and said, "It's still gone. I'll say it before I've seen Master Zhang Guo in advance."
Chapter completed!