Chapter Thirteen: Refusal to Depend
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Li Rupei would never have thought that the three poems written on the wall in anger would bring so many things. He would not know everything that happened in the capital Chang'an, the eastern capital Luoyang, Xiangyang Prefecture and Famen Temple, but there was one more person around him, which was a real feeling. He had always been a little depressed. It was said that Gao Chibang had such a prominent identity and was in a high position. There was no need to abandon his glory and wealth, and hang out with him, a down-and-out person, and was also facing life danger.
Li Rupei has always believed in the principle that no pie will fall from the sky. Everyone does things with a purpose and needs to get benefits. In the world more than a thousand years later, such strange things will definitely not happen. Of course, Li Rupei also knew that he had traveled to the end of the Tang Dynasty and accepted the original thoughts of this body. However, it was still a long way to know this dynasty. I remember that the book once said many times that the thoughts of the ancients were relatively simple, without too many utilitarian thoughts, and the promise of a thousand gold was relatively common in ancient times, which was difficult for people to understand more than a thousand years later. With this idea, Li Rupei reluctantly accepted Gao Chibang to follow him.
But Li Rupei will never be confused. Since he has a lofty ambition, he must take every thing seriously and consider every detail. A vague thing cannot be done. What is the purpose of Gao Chibang to him? This matter must be clear about Li Rupei who is in danger, otherwise he will be uneasy day and night.
When he left the Liu family inn, Li Rupei was not polite and searched all over the country. Unfortunately, he didn't find any money, which was only a few hundred cents, and there was almost nothing valuable left. There was some white wine stored in the inn. Li Rupei considered that these white wines were not easy to carry, and drinking was also a mistake, so he was about to give up. Who would have thought that Gao Chibang took a fancy to these white wines and actually found a way to transfer the white wines to a large clay pot and prepared to take them away.
When the fire was ignited, Li Rupei made a vague judgment on Gao Chibang's identity. Gao Chibang had no choice but to refuse wine and meat. He had definitely not entered Buddhism since he was a child. He probably became a monk halfway through.
At the same time, Li Rupei and Gao Chibang both chose to leave Wuling County. After all, they killed three people here and continued to stay in this place, which was always a bit psychologically shady. There was a mule cart in the Liu Family Inn, which was confiscated by the two. When leaving Wuling County, Li Rupei was neatly dressed and handsome, and looked not simple in his identity. Gao Chibang was still dressed like a monk. Following Li Rupei, the monk's status in the Tang Dynasty was not low. The soldiers guarding the city gate did not dare to ask at will, and watched Li Rupei and Gao Chibang leave with a smile.
Two hours later, at noon, Li Rupei had no specific purpose, just to follow the official road, and this attitude was seen by Gao Chibang.
Gao Chibang finally couldn't help but ask.
"Li Lang, I'm not at ease all the way, there are bandits everywhere, I don't know where Li Lang is going."
Li Rupei had no expression on his face. He had been waiting for Gao Chibang to speak. He wanted to say that when Gao Chibang saw three poems on the wall, he was fooled by himself at the Liu Inn, he wholeheartedly abandoned everything and followed him. That was unrealistic. You can say that Gao Chibang was not in a state of mind and may not be suitable to be a monk, but others had better choices.
"I haven't had a clear destination yet, so I looked around while walking. As for the bandits, I thought I would go on a journey during the day and find a place to rest at night, so just pay attention."
"It turns out that Li Lang has not made a decision yet, but he has a suggestion."
The mule cart stopped, and Li Rupei turned his head to look at Gao Chibang.
"Li Lang has great ambitions. Have you ever thought of seeking a certain official in the court or an official in the court?"
Li Rupei narrowed his eyes and did not answer. His identity was special, so he needed to hide his identity. Don't expose his identity for the time being. If he entered the court, it would be difficult to keep it completely confidential. If he was discovered by eunuchs such as Tian Lingzi, he would definitely die. After all, he had no strength and was not qualified to compete with Tian Lingzi and others. In theory, Gao Chibang knew about this situation, but suggested that he surrender to the court himself. What does this mean?
"I know Li Lang's situation. I mean to go to Fujian and surrender to the Zhenhai Jiedushi Gao Jun. It is far away from the court. Li Lang's talent can be demonstrated."
"So that's the case, but Huainan Road, Jiangnan Zuo Road and Fujian are uneasy, and Huang Chao is rebelling there. Don't the master know?"
"I know, but Huang Chao has not been destroyed for a long time, and the envoy Gao Junding can completely wipe out Huang Chao."
Li Rupei showed a sneering expression on his face. No wonder Gao Chibang looked like this. At this time, Chang'an also thought that Gao Pian would completely wipe out Huang Chao. However, he did not know that the situation was far from that. Huang Chao would soon leave Fujian, Guangzhou, with a slightly weak offensive force, and take Guangzhou in one breath. After robbing Lingnan Road, he made an attack on the north, which alarmed the court.
Even without these things, Li Rupei would not go to the south to join Gao Pian. In a chaotic world, no matter what difficulties he encounters, he must have his own base and strength. Only in this way can he truly develop and rely on many vassal states, and the final outcome is to accompany the prince to study.
"Master, I don't think so. If Huang Chao could be easily wiped out, he would not have been plundered for so many years. From the first year of Qianfu to the sixth year, Huang Chao was in danger repeatedly and could survive this time."
Gao Chibang looked at Li Rupei blankly. Li Rupei has been running away all the time, and the place where he stayed was also a remote place. How could he know the situation in the south and make such a positive judgment? Is it really what the master said?
Seeing Gao Chibang's expression, Li Rupei started to analyze in detail.
"Envoy Gao was the governor of Xichuan last year, responsible for pacifying the barbarians in the south. Because Huang Chao captured Fuzhou, he became the governor of Zhenhai and was responsible for extermination of Huang Chao. However, before Huang Chao entered Fuzhou, he was defeated several times by Eight hundred miles of mountain road and entered Fuzhou through Xianxia Ridge. How much perseverance is required? If it is defeated after several battles, it will be defeated. Do the master believe it? He doesn't believe it. Just say that in the battles in Fuzhou, Huang Chao suffered a crushing defeat and lost his troops and generals, but it has no shaken the roots. Master should not forget that Huang Chao is called a bandit. His biggest ability is to transfer quickly and leave if he can't win. Although Gao's envoy has great abilities, is it possible to pursue him? Are you willing to pursue him?"
Gao Chibang was stunned. It was impossible for ordinary people to make such an analysis.
"Does Li Lang think Huang Chao leave Fuzhou?"
"I will definitely leave. Huang Chao is not stupid. Waiting for death in Fuzhou, most of the soldiers he led were northerners and were not adapted to the climate in the south."
"Where will Huang Chao go next?"
"Huang Chao will go to Guangzhou, and it is impossible to go back. There is a large army of Gao Envoy behind him. Huang Chao was defeated by Dong Chang and Qian Liu when he was on the left road of Jiangnan. Therefore, Huang Chao would not go to Jiangnan Road. In this case, he had to go to Guangzhou."
"But Guangzhou is also in the south, and Huang Chao is also unable to adapt."
"I haven't finished speaking yet, Huang Chao will not be in Guangzhou for too long, and he will eventually return to the north."
Gao Chibang's face finally changed.
"I admire Li Lang for making such an accurate analysis, but will the imperial army and the governors from all over the country watch Huang Chao rob everywhere?"
Li Rupei smiled coldly.
"Masters can understand the Dharma. Can't they see through the world? Many governors in the south have long regarded their jurisdiction as their territory. As long as Huang Chao doesn't come to disturb him, they hope that Huang Chao will leave early. Who would fight with Huang Chao desperately, damage his own strength and seize the territory? If everyone works together, can Huang Chao still be free to this day?"
Gao Chibang's body trembled slightly, and a storm broke out in his heart. He didn't expect that Li Rupei, who was young, would be so familiar with the general trend of the world. No wonder when he left Famen Temple, the retreat master would find him specifically.
"Li Lang's analysis is thorough, I'm convinced."
"Just just now, the master said he would go to the envoy Gao, but he didn't answer. Now he has a clear attitude. He will not go to Huainan Road and rely on others. He will not do things. Although he is very weak and is currently alone. If he is not accompanied by the master, he will be alone. But he believes that as long as he seizes the opportunity, he will always have his own strength."
It took a long time before Gao Chibang spoke.
"Does Li Lang consider it? Go to Famen Temple to recuperate temporarily?"
"I will definitely go to Famen Temple. My father is a disciple of Famen Temple. No matter what, I need to go to Famen Temple to worship and pray for my family. I hope my father, mother and family will live a happy life in the nine heavens, not now."
"I understand. No matter what choice Li Lang makes, I will follow him."
"The master made such a choice, and he was really uneasy."
"Li Lang doesn't need to say much. I know that Li Lang is confused and doubts about his purpose. The world is not peaceful. Li Lang has encountered major changes. It is expected that he has such an idea. As for why he made such a choice, Li Lang will understand sooner or later, but it is not now. I swear that if he plots and betrays Li Lang, he will never be reborn in hell."
Such a vicious curse is a sign of endless doom for Buddhist disciples. No one will make it. Even in a chaotic world like the end of the Tang Dynasty, no one will curse with his own future.
Chapter completed!