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Chapter 39: The Wise Monk

Kang Renjie wiped his sweat briefly, put on a casual dress and walked out. At the entrance of the inn, several women gathered around and pointed at a handsome bald man and were laughing secretly. In the crowd, the man who was not like a monk was about thirty years old, standing tall, holding his hands in front of his chest, his skin was as white as jade, with starry eyebrows and broad eyes, and was as beautiful, quiet and elegant as an aristocratic beauty.

Seeing Zhang Jiao, Kang Renjie and others walking out of the inn, the man politely bent down to salute the onlookers, walked up quickly, and said to Kang Renjie from afar: "I am here to be safe, I am Abe Seimei, I will come to see Kang Renjie."

Kang Renjie frowned. Is this elegant and undecent man speaking so fluently in Chinese? Is it really Japanese?

Seeing that Kang Renjie didn't speak, Abe smiled and said lightly: "There is no need to be confused by the envoy Kang Guizhi. The young monk admired Middle-earth culture since he was a child. He specially hired a Chinese teacher to read Chinese books and books diligently. It is also considered a little knowledge of the Chinese culture. Yesterday, with the approval of the Japanese Emperor, the young monk accompanied Kang Guizhi and Zhang Guizhi to return to the Tang Dynasty together to appreciate the prosperous Tang Dynasty again."

When talking about "Zhang Gui's envoy", Abe Seiya smiled politely at Zhang Jiao next to him, and his smile was as bright as the sun, which made Zhang Jiao's face turn red.

Kang Renjie was still immersed in the words "with the approval of the Emperor", but in a blink of an eye he saw Zhang Jiao with a flushing blush on her fair neck. He felt annoyed in his heart and stared at Abe Harumaki's handsome face with a little hatred.

Abe Harumaki still smiled harmlessly, clasped his hands and said, "The little monk was originally an unknown astronomical student, equivalent to a priest from Middle-earth. After receiving the emperor's order, the little monk immediately slandered last night and officially became a monk. He will study hard in the Tang Dynasty and will follow all the monk's precepts during the Tang Dynasty."

Hearing this, Kang Renjie inadvertently glanced at Zhang Jiao next to him, and his heart beat sharply finally realized a fact: this beautiful monk would return to the Tang Dynasty with him at the order of the Emperor. Kang Renjie immediately asked: "Can you explain in detail how your country responds to the trade dealings with me in the Tang Dynasty."

Abe Harumaki immediately bowed and replied: "After a few days of court discussion, the emperor has decided that the young monk will go to the Tang Dynasty to observe and study on behalf of Japan, and then make the court discussion decision based on the observation situation."

Kang Renjie was stunned. What does this mean? Why do I explain to Lord Lin when I go back like this?

Abe Harumaki didn't raise his eyebrows and said softly: "Please don't worry, the Emperor has already stated that our dynasty will buy the goods brought by the dynasty. This time, the dynasty will travel thousands of miles to return to the dynasty and all the dynasty will give the dynasty and the dynasty's valuable gifts. In addition, 10,000 taels of silver will be issued as a fee for the monk's study period."

These conditions are not bad, and they are not empty-handed. Kang Renjie nodded subconsciously, but suddenly came to his senses. This Japanese monk seemed too smart. How could he think of his psychological reaction instantly? He turned around and looked at Zhang Jiao who looked up at Abe Haruma from time to time. He suddenly became cautious about this polite Japanese monk.

At noon, the official decree of the Japanese Emperor came down. As Abe Harumaki said, all kinds of gifts and specialties followed.

Seeing this situation, Kang Renjie knew that it would not make much sense to stay any longer. He immediately explained to the officials of the Ministry of the Japanese Ministry of the Ministry of Hyun-Banliao who was in charge of the inn, thanking the Japanese Emperor for his kindness, he would return immediately and report the progress of the matter to the Emperor of Tang.

On the morning of May 27, Kang Renjie and others set off. Abe Seiyaki was still dressed in a monk's robe, carrying only a small bag, carrying a box of books, and following the team with brisk steps.

Kang Renjie's first mission to Japan ended like this.

At this moment, Lin Feng finally ended the depressed time of recuperating in the inn. He forced Suo Chao, Li Yuanqing and the others to rent a carriage, and lie in the carriage and rushed back to Shouzhou.

When they arrived at the corner of the main peak of Bagong Mountain in the east of Shouzhou City, it was noon on May 27th. Lin Feng made a list and ordered Feng Jingyun to rush back to Shouzhou to invite everyone over.

After Lin Feng and the others finished lunch, Feng Jingyun, Xi Mucheng, Lu Jiang, Wei San, Chen Desheng, Cheng Yuehai and other confidants rushed over. Seeing Lin Feng standing in the middle of the road with a smile, the whole person slammed off the horse from afar, and sang loudly: "I have seen Lord Lin, congratulations to Lord Lin for coming back safely."

When Lin Feng saw the Khitan military horses they rode, he naturally knew that the fleet on behalf of the Liao Kingdom had returned to Southern Tang and Shouzhou in advance, and his mood became relaxed and happy. He greeted the brothers who had not seen for nearly a month, asked about the military and civilian situation in Shouzhou City, and introduced them to Li Yuanqing, Suo Chao and other new brothers who came together.

After listening carefully to their progress on various events in Shouzhou, Lin Feng praised everyone moderately and began today's main content: Investigating the location of the Datang Science Branch.

Lin Feng rode on his horse with some difficulty and followed everyone into a valley bank.

"Mr. Lin, there are 47 peaks in Bagong Mountain, which are hundreds of miles in size, and are like a maze inside. We searched for several days before we found a valley that is more convenient to walk, spacious inside and hidden outside." Xi Mucheng immediately spoke loudly in front.

Lin Feng tried hard to control his body, preventing his body from shaking and touching the injured ribs. He frowned and looked at the surrounding mountains. The surroundings were a typical Jiangnan peak terrain. The main peak we passed just now looked only more than 200 meters, and it was not the mountains and rivers that Lin Feng longed for.

In history, there was really a famous "Battle of the Shui River" here, leaving behind a historical story of "the wind and cranes are shrieking, and plants and trees are all soldiers". Lin Feng was once a little confused.

"It's coming soon." Xi Mucheng saw a mountain in front of him, jumped off the horse, took Lin Feng's reins, and introduced excitedly, "I have read the local chronicles of Shouzhou and found that this is the historical story of Huainan King Liu An and eight disciples who refined immortal pills and ascended to the fairy world, leaving behind the allusion of "One person is attained, and the chicken and dog are ascending to heaven". This is why it is also called Bagong Mountain."

In history, Bagong Mountain belonged to Huainan Kingdom during the Western Han Dynasty. Liu An, the emperor's uncle of Emperor Wu of Han, was named King of Huainan at that time. Liu An promoted literary talent and recruited more than 3,000 scholars from all over the world. He jointly compiled a famous work "Huainanzi". It is said that Liu An and the most admired Zuo Wu, Li Shang, Su Fei, Tian You, Mao Que, Lei Que, Wu Que, Jinchang and other Bagongs often wrote books and talks in Bagong Mountain, studied astronomical phenomena, compiled calendars, and smelted alchemy and sand. "Taiping Huanyu Ji" once recorded: "In the past, King Huainan and Bagong climbed the mountain to bury gold here, ascended to heaven in the sun, and the remaining medicine was in the vessel, chickens and dogs licked it, and they were all immortals. The traces of people and horses appeared in the place, and they were still there, so the mountain was named Bagong."

Lin Feng covered his ribs and slowly got off the horse. Wei San and others realized that they rushed over to ask for the reason. While briefly describing what happened in Haozhou, Lin Feng slowly climbed the mountain and looked towards the valley in front.

After watching for a long time, Lin Feng frowned and said, "This place is hidden inside and steep outside. It is a suitable place, but it has the biggest hidden danger."

Facing the eyes of his subordinates, Lin Feng pointed to the narrow valley and said softly: "This valley is also hidden. It should be able to accommodate the basic facilities of our Academy of Sciences, but it is slightly closer to the main road and the terrain is relatively flat, so it is not safe enough. The establishment of the Academy of Sciences needs to be re-planned. If it is the real one, it is the real one. If it is the real one, it is the real one."

Speaking of this, Lin Feng did not continue talking about the Academy of Sciences. He ordered the brothers Suo Chao to grasp the top of the mountain and lead a group of brothers to a flat place halfway up the mountain, and told everyone to sit in the shade at will.

When everyone thought Lin Feng was just discussing some small things with everyone, who knew that Lin Feng was shocked everyone as soon as he spoke.
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