Chapter 2032
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This was a classic case of asking the obvious. Both of them knew what was going on. Poor Zhang Feng didn't know anything and thought that this was the first time the two of them had met. He quickly stepped forward to introduce them. "Xuanzang, this is Master Li. He's a businessman. The one surnamed Sun is also a businessman."
As he spoke, Zhang Feng waved for everyone to take a seat.
Xuanzang sat down. He was now certain that Zhang Feng didn't know His Majesty's identity. He didn't even know Lord Zhangsun's identity. But why did His Majesty come to Zhang Feng? And why did he hide his identity?
Just as he was wondering, Zhang Feng spoke again. "Master Xuanzang, I heard that you hosted the Water and Land Conference last time?"
Xuanzang paused and didn't immediately reply. He glanced at Li Shimin. Because the conference was hosted by him, he didn't dare to speak without his permission. Li Shimin also sensed Xuanzang's dilemma and gave him a reassuring look.
Xuanzang relaxed and put his palms together. "Almsgiver Zhang, I did host the Water and Land Conference last time. What advice does Prince Zhang have for me?"
"I can't say that I've taught you anything."
Zhang Feng smiled and turned to Li Shimin. His face fell. "Lao Li, come with me and see if the tea is ready."
Tea?
Li Shimin paused.
He had been sitting here for a long time and the tea hadn't been served. Why did Xuanzang want to see if the tea was ready?
Besides, the tea was made by the maids. Why did he want him to see it?
In an instant, he seemed to understand something.
This kid must have something to say to him and wanted to go out on purpose.
That should be it. Otherwise, why would he find such a clumsy excuse?
Thinking of this, he still followed Zhang Feng out of the door.
Xuanzang, on the other hand, was stunned. It was because Zhang Feng addressed Li Shimin as such.
Lao Li?
Without years of friendship, no one would call him that.
But His Majesty didn't seem to care at all.
Even Lord Zhangsun, who was usually the most protective of His Majesty, did not say a word?
Strange, this was too strange.
He felt like his head was in a mess. He wanted to ask Zhangsun Wuji who was in meditation, but he was afraid that he would say something wrong. He could only pray in his heart, "Amitabha, Buddha bless me."
On the other hand, Zhang Feng led Li Shimin to a side room. Seeing that there was no one around, he carefully closed the door.
"Feng Zi, what are you doing? Why are you acting like a thief? "
Li Shimin looked at Zhang Feng in confusion.
"Don't be noisy."
Zhang Feng turned to look at Li Shimin. Seeing that no one was around, he asked, "Lao Li, do you know who Xuanzang is?"
Li Shimin was amused. "What status could Xuanzang have? Isn't he just a monk? "
"He's not just a monk."
Zhang Feng stared at Li Shimin solemnly. "Last time, he hosted the Water and Land Conference and was greatly appreciated by His Majesty. I heard that he's going to India to get the scriptures soon."
Li Shimin was slightly stunned. Zhang Feng was well-informed.
Indeed, during the last Water and Land Conference, Xuanzang talked about Hinayana Buddhism and said that it could release the souls of the dead. This instantly attracted the attention of the people below the stage. The Tang Dynasty worshipped Buddhism. With Xuanzang's lecture, the people quickly became restless. They all asked Xuanzang if he could release the living from their suffering. Xuanzang said that he needed the Mahayana Buddhism, and this Mahayana Buddhism was far away in India.
The people naturally desired the Mahayana Buddhism, and they all petitioned Li Shimin. In response to the people's voices, Li Shimin ordered Xuanzang to go to India to get the Mahayana Buddhism.
Originally, the Tang Dynasty and India were in a stalemate. Whether or not they could get the scriptures was still uncertain. However, this method did indeed stabilize the people's hearts. Xuanzang was also willing to go to India. Both sides were happy.
However, what Li Shimin couldn't figure out was that Feng Zi called him over just to talk about Xuanzang. What was there to talk about? He replied impatiently, "Yes, he hosted the Water and Land Conference. He'll probably go to India in half a month. What does this have to do with you?"
"Of course it has nothing to do with me."
Zhang Feng rolled his eyes at Li Shimin. Then, he glanced in the direction of India and said with a serious face, "Although it has nothing to do with me, it has something to do with the Tang Dynasty. Think about it, what's the relationship between the Tang Dynasty and India now? If Xuanzang is in India … "
Hearing this, Li Shimin suddenly understood.
He didn't become the Emperor only because of his strength. He also had wisdom that others couldn't match.
Zhang Feng had only said half of it, but he had already understood the gist of it.
Xuanzang was going to India. Now, the Tang Dynasty and India were in a stalemate. To put it bluntly, they weren't on good terms. What if Xuanzang went to India to ask for information?
This was undoubtedly the best help for the Tang Dynasty. However, Xuanzang was a monk. How could he do such a thing?
He looked at Zhang Feng with a puzzled face. "Feng Zi, I understand what you're saying. But Xuanzang is a monk. Why would he be willing to work for you and me?"
Zhang Feng smiled confidently. "Don't worry about that. I'll convince Xuanzang later. You just have to beat around the bush and say a few words for me. I promise I'll have a way."
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