"All troubles are in the Jade Buddha Temple!" Lin Wanrong stared at the note in a daze. These two sentences that seemed like a gatha yet not a gatha, seemed like a mystery yet not a mystery. What did they mean? From the literal meaning, it seemed to be referring to the Jade Buddha Temple. He had been to the Jade Buddha Temple when he first came to the capital and met Xu Zhiqing there for the first time. Other than that, the temple was in ruins. Only a huge reclining Buddha statue left some impression on him. Now that the old Emperor had written these two sentences, wasn't it the same as saying nothing?
Xu Zhiqing saw him in a daze and stole a glance at the note in his hand. When she saw these two sentences, she was slightly startled. She recalled how the two of them met and softly asked: "When you went to the Jade Buddha Temple, was it to look for Miss Xiao Qingxuan?"
Lin Wanrong smiled helplessly and shook the note in his hand: "I am not a good person. Why would I go to the temple for no reason? Qing Xuan and I agreed to meet at the Jade Buddha Temple on the seventh day of the seventh month this year, so I rushed to see. His Majesty's note is no different from what I know. "
Miss Xu silently took the note and looked at it carefully. She shook her head and said: "Don't be disappointed. Today, Miss Xiao suddenly appeared and then disappeared. It seems that there is something difficult to say. I think this note is like a hidden couplet. The Emperor is intelligent and the imperial note may not be as simple as you think. There must be a deep meaning behind it. Why don't you go to the Jade Buddha Temple again? Maybe you will find something. "
Xu Zhiqing's analysis was reasonable. Lin Wanrong grunted: "I must go to the Jade Buddha Temple. But the Emperor is not a good friend. I worked so hard to help him think of ideas, but he knew Qing Xuan's whereabouts and didn't tell me. It is very annoying. "
"You want to die?!" Xu Zhiqing hurriedly covered his mouth with the note. She looked around and saw that no one was paying attention to them. She slightly relaxed and glared at him with anger: "Criticizing the Emperor in the inner courtyard of the Imperial Palace, do you want to die?"
He was my father-in-law, and it wasn't the first time I criticized him. Lin Wanrong didn't mind. Seeing Miss Xu's angry and worried expression, he knew she was worried about him. A trace of emotion welled up in his heart. Suddenly he giggled and pulled her hand. "Miss Xu," he said, "Did you stay in the Palace especially to deliver a message for me?"
"What nonsense are you talking about?" Xu Zhi Qing's face was burning hot and she was flustered. She quickly retracted her hand from his and said, "Only a ghost would have the time to wait for you. I see that you are a talent. If you can't go to the frontlines to fight against the Hu, it will be too much of a waste. That's why I want to do something for China. Don't misunderstand. "
Am I thinking wrong? Lin Wanrong chuckled and sighed. "Actually, Miss Xu, you're a very good person. You're knowledgeable, beautiful, and have a good figure. If you can calm down and wholeheartedly pursue me … Alas, I'm currently in a period of emotional confusion. Maybe you'll succeed."
Xu Zhi Qing blushed and shouted, "What nonsense are you talking about? Who wants to woo you? You can be lost on your own! " She took light steps and hurriedly walked out of the palace. After walking for a short distance, she suddenly stomped her feet and said angrily, "Are you a dead man? What are you still doing here? Quickly go to Jade Buddha Temple to look for your Miss Qing Xuan. If I'm late and miss the opportunity to meet her, that would be a huge regret. "
Her words reminded Lin Wanrong of something, and he immediately ran out. Xu Zhi Qing gritted her teeth and pulled his sleeve fiercely. "I'll go with you!"
"Go with you?" Lin Wanrong looked at her strangely. "I'm going to look for my wife. What are you going to do?"
Xu Zhi Qing's expression was solemn. "It's very simple. I'm going to help you find Miss Xiao as soon as possible and fulfill your wish. Then, you can wholeheartedly serve China."
This reason was very noble. Lin Wanrong had nothing to say and walked out. Miss Xu held up her skirt with both hands and carefully stepped on the rain to follow behind him.
When they reached the palace gate, they saw Xu Zhi Qing's carriage stopped there. The little maid looked at the two and hurriedly came up to them. She brushed the rain off Xu Zhi Qing and said in surprise, "Miss, why did you come out with Young Master Lin? Didn't you say in the morning that you don't want to see him anymore? "
"Don't talk nonsense." Xu Zhi Qing blushed and said softly, "When did I say that I don't want to see him? You heard wrong. "As she spoke, her voice unconsciously became softer and she lowered her head guiltily.
Wasn't I just joking with you in the morning? Is it worth it for you to be so angry? Lin Wanrong pretended not to hear the conversation between the maidservant and the young miss. Seeing that Xu maidservant was about to open the curtain and enter the carriage, she laughed and said, "Miss Xu, you sit in the carriage first, I will follow behind you in the rain. Don't worry, I'll be quick. "
Xu Zhi Qing rolled her eyes at him and said softly, "If you want to come up, then come up. Why do you have to find so many reasons? Do you want to make people pity you?"
The little maid Yu Zhu giggled and bowed, "Young Master, Miss invites you to the carriage."
"She won't kick me off this time, will she?" With the lingering fear of what happened in the morning, Lin Wanrong carefully climbed into the carriage. Seeing that Miss Xu was sitting in the carriage and looking at him with a faint smile, and there was no sign of her making a move, he finally relaxed and sat down calmly.
Xu Zhi Qing turned her head and did not look at him. A faint layer of pink appeared on her beautiful neck. She said softly, "I've never seen such a timid person. Where did the courage you had when you did evil in Shandong go?"
Lin Wanrong sighed and said to himself, "Don't mention sad things. I did a good deed in Shandong, but I was caught and beaten. I'm covered in bruises and still haven't recovered. It really hurts my heart. "
Xu Zhi Qing spat and felt uncomfortable all over. She did not dare to say anything. The little maid Yu Zhu did not know what her Miss and Young Master Lin were talking about. Looking at her Miss's beautiful face and then looking at Young Master Lin sitting there arrogantly, she really could not figure out what was going on.
No one spoke along the way and the carriage was extremely quiet. Miss Xu listened to the pitter-patter of rain outside and it was as violent as her own heartbeat.
The carriage sped on the water and hurriedly headed out of the city. After an hour, Yu Zhu looked out and called out, "Miss, Young Master, we've arrived at the Crouching Buddha Temple."
Xu Zhi Qing let out an 'ah' and came back to her senses. She murmured, "We've arrived so quickly?"
"So late?" Lin Wanrong said at the same time as Xu Zhi Qing, but the meaning was completely different. Seeing that Miss Xu was glaring at him angrily, he hurriedly laughed and said, "I said that the carriage is slow, it's not as fast as my heart flies. Miss Xu, please don't misunderstand. In fact, I really want to stay with you for a while."
He rolled out of the carriage and the drizzling rain sprinkled on his face, making him feel refreshed. The misty green mountains in the distance were hidden in the thin mist of rain, like a fairy wearing a veil, exceptionally alluring.
In the spring rain, the Jade Buddha Temple's walls had collapsed and everywhere was broken. From time to time, the rafter would stand up and bricks would fall everywhere. It was no different from the first time he came.
Xu Zhi Qing alighted from the carriage. The little maid held an oil-paper umbrella and the two stood far away from him. In the misty rain, the distant green mountains and clear waters seemed so ethereal and untouchable. Xu Zhi Qing sighed softly and slowly recited, "Last night the stars, last night the wind, the rain beats on the tower in the mist, whose little singer sings a song, half playing tears, half playing a song!"
Visiting the Jade Buddha Temple again, Lin Wanrong's mood was extremely complicated. On one hand, the appearance of Qing Xuan brought him new hope, but on the other hand, he was afraid that the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment. Looking at the broken buildings, he could not move for a moment.
"It's here." Xu Zhi Qing's chuckle interrupted Lin Wanrong's contemplation. He looked up and saw that Xu Zhi Qing had already walked into the temple with Yu Zhu. The only intact place was the place where he met Xu Zhi Qing last time to hide from the rain. Miss Xu had a faint smile on her face. She said something to Yu Zhu and turned back to look at him. The little maid giggled, "So Miss and Mister Lin's acquaintance has such a wonderful story. No wonder you two are so familiar."
"Isn't it familiar?" Lin Wanrong walked up with a smile and patted the pillar beside the door. A few deep arrow marks were clearly visible, "Your Miss's ruthlessness is unparalleled. If I did not run fast, I'm afraid I would have become a night ghost in this lonely temple. "
Thinking of the past, Xu Zhi Qing could not help but laugh. She covered her lips and chuckled, "Who asked you to be so sneaky and look like a bad person. A girl was hiding from the rain in a broken temple and you insisted on barging in. What would happen if she was bullied by you? Not shooting a hornet's nest is already letting you off easy. "
The two girls laughed together. Miss Xu gradually lowered her head. When they first met, she was afraid of being bullied by him. Who knew that after they got to know each other, she was numb to being bullied by him. It even became a habit. How could she explain this?
Lin Wanrong laughed and looked at Xu Zhi Qing. So what if I bullied you? As long as I make a move, I can bully you until you feel good. Do you believe it or not?!
Although the Jade Buddha Temple occupied a large area, it was dilapidated everywhere. Only the huge reclining Maitreya Buddha could be vaguely seen in its former glory. He took out the silk pouch given by the old Emperor and carefully thought about the two sentences again, "All troubles are in the Jade Buddha. Now I'm in the Jade Buddha Temple but I can't see anything. Old Master, don't fool me like this! "
Xu Zhi Qing also stopped talking and slowly walked to his side. She stared at him and said, "These two sentences seem to have another meaning. Think back again. When you and Miss Xiao parted, did she say anything else? Did she mention anything else related to the Jade Buddha Temple? "
That day on Dantu Mountain, if it wasn't for his vigilance, Qing Xuan would have left without saying goodbye. At that time, he hadn't even heard of the Jade Buddha Temple. How could he have heard Qing Xuan mention anything about the Jade Buddha Temple?
Seeing Lin San shake his head, Xu Zhi Qing was also disappointed. If he couldn't find Xiao Qingxuan, then wouldn't he never have the chance to serve the country? Immediately, an inexplicable surprise appeared in her heart. She hurriedly shook her head and put aside her messy thoughts, "Don't worry. There must be other secrets in the Emperor's imperial edict."
All of his worries were contained within the jade Buddha statue! Lin Wanrong silently recited these two sentences and slowly stomped around the hall. His eyes fell on the huge Jade Buddha.
Everything is in the Jade Buddha, everything is in the Jade Buddha. A thought flashed through his mind. He suddenly clapped his hands and happily said, "In the Jade Buddha, in the Jade Buddha, I know, I know!"
Like a madman, he sprinted towards the jade Buddha statue, slowly stroking the cold stone Buddha statue. This stone Buddha was carved on the mountain wall. It was several dozen people tall. With his height and arm length, he could only touch the ankle of the stone Buddha. Xu Zhi Qing was also shocked. She lifted her long dress and flew to his side, "In the Jade Buddha? You mean, there's a secret in the Jade Buddha? Aiya, why didn't I think of it! "
"Actually, your intelligence is just a little bit lower than mine. If you work hard, you might have a chance to surpass me. "Lin Wanrong was in a good mood. He tilted his head and teased.
Xu Zhi Qing looked at him and charmingly smiled, "I don't need you to say it. I already know. Other than being better than me in bragging, you might not be able to beat me in other aspects. "
Xu Zhi Qing's beautiful hair bun was stained with raindrops. Her pretty face was full of a happy smile. Her bright red cherry lips were slightly raised. She looked like a young married woman in love, but also like a shy young girl. Lin Wanrong was moved. He looked at her and smiled, "Xu Zhi Qing, thank you!"
"Thank me for what?" Seeing him staring at her, Xu Zhi Qing panicked. She quickly tilted her head and said softly.
"Thank you for coming with me." Lin Wanrong sighed, "Actually, I was in a really bad mood just now. If it wasn't for you accompanying me, I really don't know what I would have done."
Xu Zhi Qing's face turned red. She whispered, "You are usually joking around and not serious. What can you do? On the other hand, your feelings for this Miss Qingxuan have somewhat exceeded my expectations. This isn't your usual style of not caring about anything. "
"The feelings between me and Qing Xuan are beyond your imagination, and even beyond my own imagination." Lin Wanrong smiled, "I haven't spent much time with her. But in this world, when it comes to the person who understands me the most, it is Qing Xuan. She is a smart woman. She knows me, understands me, and even risked her life to save my life. If you were me, what would you do? "
Xu Zhi Qing told him about the things that happened between him and Qing Xuan in Jin Ling. She heard that Miss Xiao could even talk with Lin San by candlelight at night. Even she couldn't compare with this ability. Xu Zhi Qing couldn't help but sigh, "This Miss Xiao is affectionate. She knows that you love you, and she promised you life and death. No wonder you miss her so much. If it were me, it would be worth it even if I lose my life for her. "
"It's not good to lose your life." Lin Wanrong smiled, "When two people really love each other, you have to hope that you can't die before her."
"Can't die before her?" Xu Zhi Qing was puzzled, "What do you mean? Do you want the person you love to die before you? "
Lin Wanrong nodded and smiled, "Since you helped me so much today, I will teach you a lesson. It will be useful when you find a husband in the future. The highest state of love is to watch over her until the end of her life. You bear all the sorrow and pain of lovesickness. Do you understand? "
She had never heard of such a novel theory before, Miss Xu was fascinated, tears welled up in her eyes. Suddenly she lowered her head and said, "You are very right. Lin San, where did you learn this knowledge from? "
"I learned it by myself." Lin Wanrong smiled, "I am a talented person. I believe you have seen it."
Xu Zhi Qing looked at him deeply and said softly, "But there is one thing I do not believe. If the person you love dies first, can you still live? If it were me, I would not live in this world. "
Suicide for love had existed since ancient times. It was just that Lin Wanrong's education did not encourage it. Hearing Miss Xu mention it, he was silent for a moment, then softly recited, "Even, even, you and I have a hundred year agreement. Whoever dies at the age of ninety-seven, wait three years on the Bridge of Helplessness."
"Whoever dies at the age of ninety-seven, wait three years on the Bridge of Helplessness!" Miss Xu muttered to herself, tears streaming down her face, "Where did you learn this poem from? It's used to trick my tears."
"How do you know? Stealing poems to trick girls is my specialty. "Lin Wanrong said with a smile.
"I don't know how many pitiful girls have been tricked by this evil spirit." Miss Xu's face was red. Her lips trembled a few times, and she choked a few times. Slowly wiping away her tears, she said, "Lin San, can you tell me, before Miss Xiao, did you like other girls?"
Lin Wanrong was stunned, then laughed, "Who would remember these embarrassing things? I am a very loyal person. It's not like you don't know."
"I don't believe you." Xu Zhi Qing covered her lips and smiled, then said with a sense of loss, "You must have liked other girls. I can see that. The girl you love must be the happiest person in the world. Miss Xiao is really lucky. "
"Of course." Lin Wanrong boasted shamelessly, "I have a famous saying: Love you until you live, love you until you die, love you until you want to die. Love you until you're limp, love you until you're numb, love you until you're limp and numb! "
Xu Zhi Qing covered her lips and smiled, and a trace of softness appeared on her face, "You've only been serious for a while, and now you're so frivolous. The Lin San just now was the most serious Lin San I've ever seen. If you were like this every day, I guarantee you would be able to cheat a lot of girls. "
Lin Wanrong spread his hands and said helplessly, "This is difficult. Some girls like me to be serious, and some like me to be frivolous. It's hard for me to be a person! Miss Xu, do you like me to be serious or frivolous? "
"Only a ghost likes you!" Xu Zhi Qing snorted. She easily saw through his trick, and her face was slightly hot. When he was serious, he was as deep as the starry sky. When he was frivolous, he was as cunning as a fox. If one had to distinguish who she liked more about him, it was really hard to tell.
After talking with Miss Xu for a while, Lin Wanrong's mood became even better. He climbed up the stone statue of Maitreya Buddha and kept knocking on it. The smile on his face became wider and wider.
Seeing him climb so high, Miss Xu was frightened and trembled. She said in a sweet voice, "Lin San, come down quickly. Don't hurt yourself."
Lin Wanrong got down from the stone statue and said excitedly, "Miss Xu, this stone statue is hollow."
Xu Zhi Qing was not surprised at all. She covered her mouth and smiled, "You fool, I already knew. When China was founded hundreds of years ago, Emperor Taizu built this Maitreya Buddha statue. He used thousands of workers to hollow out the inside and cast the statue. "
Lin Wanrong opened his eyes wide, "Why didn't you say so earlier? You made me climb up and down like a monkey. "
Miss Xu's face turned slightly red, and she whispered, "You were so anxious just now. I was fascinated by your story and didn't have time to tell you before you went up. What should I do now? Even if this Buddha statue is hollow, what does it mean? "
"I don't know either." Lin Wanrong brushed his sleeve to wipe the sweat from his forehead, but a fragrant handkerchief was handed to him. He gave his thanks and continued, "But since His Majesty's old man pointed to this place, there must be a secret inside. Who cares, I'll go back and mobilize the infantry, cavalry, and Godly Machine Battalions. Take the cannons and blow up this stone statue. "
Xu Zhi Qing jumped in fright. This Lin San was really crazy. She hurriedly said, "No. This stone statue was built by Emperor Taizu. It has a long history. No one can damage it without permission. If someone reports you to His Majesty, it's a capital crime! "
"What capital crime or living crime? It's not as important as Qing Xuan." Lin Wanrong smiled disdainfully and hurriedly walked out, "Miss Xu, lend me your horse carriage and servant girl."
Lin Wanrong quickly walked out and took out his official seal from his bosom, handing it to Yu Zhu, saying, "Little sister, take this to General Li Tai's camp outside the city and find a general called Du Xiuyuan. Tell him that Lin San wants him to mobilize three battalions and bring the Godly Machine Cannons. Within an hour, hurry to this Crouching Buddha Temple. If there's any delay, you'll be punished according to military law. "
The young maidservant looked at Xu Zhiqing, who was panting as she rushed over. Seeing Lin San's determined expression, Miss Xu could only nod at Yu Zhu. When the horse carriage was far away, she sighed softly, saying, "You mobilized troops without permission, abused your authority for personal gain, and bombarded the Crouching Buddha Temple. Any one of these is a capital crime. You've done so many things for Miss Xiao. If I were her, I'd be content for a lifetime with a husband like you. "
Lin Wanrong chuckled, "You can ask me to be your husband too. I'll think about it."
"Dream on." Miss Xu was furious, and tears suddenly rolled down her cheeks. "I remember clearly what you said outside the temple. Do you think I'm that easy to deceive?"
This girl still remembers it. Seeing Miss Xu's tears, Lin Wanrong did not know how to comfort her. After waiting bitterly for a while, the sound of horse hooves could be heard from afar. A horse galloped in front and a man jumped down, saying, "General Du Xiuyuan greets General and Miss Xu."
Miss Xu quickly wiped away her tears and nodded slightly. Lin Wanrong did not stand on ceremony. He patted Du Xiuyuan's shoulder and said, "Brother Du, how many Godly Machine Cannons did you bring?"
"Reporting to General, I've received your order. I've brought all the Godly Machine Cannons under my command. There's a total of eight cannons," Du Xiuyuan said seriously.
"Good." Lin Wanrong shouted and pointed at the Crouching Buddha's belly. He gritted his teeth and said, "Do you see that Buddha statue? Gather all the cannons and aim them at that stone statue. Damn it! "
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